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    Proof Wilton Manors

    4.5 (70 reviews)
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    Bread pudding

    Proof in Wilton Manors was exceptional from start to finish. The atmosphere is stylish, vibrant, and welcoming, making it the perfect spot for a night out. Every dish we ordered was outstanding. The spinach dip was rich and flavorful, the escargot was perfectly prepared, and the basil Caesar salad was fresh with a unique twist. The Spin Kick dip and sizzling sesame sticks were absolute standouts and packed with flavor. The Shameless cocktail was creative, refreshing, and beautifully crafted. To top it all off, the bread pudding was incredible--warm, decadent, and the perfect ending to an amazing meal. The food, service, and ambiance were all top-notch. Every detail was executed perfectly, and the staff made us feel genuinely welcomed. Proof has definitely earned a spot on our list of favorite restaurants. When the Chef comes out to chat, always is a treat! Marcy, well done!! Will definitely be back!! Highly recommend!

    Larry W.

    We always try to search out the best restaurants in South Florida and many times we go with Jet Blue dining recommendations. The Proof Restaurant at 2045 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors was next on our list. We arrived at 6 PM (recommend reservations) and were immediately seated. Our server "Max" was amazing and we went with all of his recommendations. It's basically a tapa restaurant but they have full entrees as well & amazing drinks from their full bar. We ordered everything for our table of 6. Shrimp cocktails, caesar salads (2 were enough for 6), crispy flashed fried green beans in chili sauce, spin & kick artichoke dip with jalapeños & green chili w/wonton chips, roasted cauliflower w/red pepper hummus, chef's charcuterie board, Burrata salad w/tomatoes, pesto, truffle honey & fig glaze. The entrees included after all of the small plates, coffee lavender crusted lamb chops, mini burger sliders w/Mac sauce and cheese, Dumplings chicken pot pie (rave reviews). With all this food, "Max" recommended the bread pudding & a chocolate soufflé w/bourbon sauce for dessert (incredible). They pretty much had to carry us out after dinner. Everyone loved the dining experience & can't wait to return again in the near future. Yes, it's on Larry's List as a "go to" restaurant. Also be sure to ask for Max's table. He was on point about everything! FYI parking is tight but you can park right across the street at Public Parking. See less

    Sophia R.

    Adriana our server was so sweet! The drinks were delicious and the food was so good! Great ambiance and food came out pretty fast!!

    Adam C.

    Proof has done an amazing job updating the previous "old school" (and I mean really old school) restaurant. The decor is beautiful and picture worthy. This is a tapas style restaurant. It offers some unique twists like "southern caviar" aka boiled peanuts. Also, is their take on chicken pot pies and skirt steak. I was disappointed with my Manhattan style cocktail - and cocktails are all important in Wilton Manors. Nonetheless this is a nice addition bringing new life to the spot.

    Dumplin' Pot Pie
    Jerry C.

    What a beautiful transformation from the previous restaurant at this site! The dark, modern and sophisticated vibe is a welcome addition to The Drive. The cocktail bar plus elevated small plate food fare concept is pretty unique for the gayborhood. I can think of only one other place that comes close. Hopefully people will find Proof even after dinner since the craft cocktails are excellent. The Balanced Bloom was definitely balanced; delicious gin-based and not too sweet. The bar even has craft mocktails for teetotalers. Except for the prices, I am still not sure of the difference between Small Plates and My Sized Plates. Both are well curated along with cute names, and good menu descriptions. Both are small sized servings. Dumplin' Pot Pie was not as thick and creamy as I thought it would be. It was more like soup than stew. But it was beautiful, delicious and tasty! Bone to Pick roasted bone marrow was excellent. Scott M liked his 2 Mini Mac Sliders. His Truffle Sticks came out cold and soggy; the fries were quickly replaced but still soggy for some reason, and the manager took it off the bill. Service truly shines here. The gracious hostess worked hard to get us the right table. Kudos because it was opening week and the place was slammed; however we were one of just 2 parties with reservations and no table reserved inside for us. We were finally seated on a sidewalk table before we requested to be moved inside. Hopefully they adjust to prioritize parties who made reservations vs walk-ins. The owner enthusiastically greeted us. The FOH manager was so personable to me as we talked in the rear of the restaurant. Our server was super friendly and helpful with the menu, and of course she remembered us from The West End. Even with her busy kitchen, Chef Marcy came out and chatted with us a few times. The staff made us feel like special guests! I can only see the trajectory headed up for this place. We will be back to try more food and cocktails!

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    Pat C.

    It was date night and I made reservations to try Proof with my partner. It was busy with everyone wanting to try the new venue on Wilton Drive. We were seated promptly. My partner ordered the mini Mac burgers. Two sliders came with the buns branded with "Proof". Nice touch! My partner said he wished there were 3 burgers. Not much to share. He said they were average and nothing special. I ordered the Cauliflower Mosaic. It arrived ten minutes after the sliders. Bad timing! The cauliflower was roasted and sat on a bed of curry flavored hummus. Truthfully, I was disappointed in the dish. It had so much potential! For one thing, the portion was very small. It should be three times larger or they need to list it on the small plates side of the menu. It comes on an appetizer plate. This is not an entree. The temperature was luke warm and the flavors need more spice. Very sad. We shared a Cesar salad. It was good but not "huge". Barely enough for two. We could have used a serving spoon to divide it up. We each had a glass of wine. The pour was fine. Our take on Proof- after $80, we both left hungry. This is not a place to go if you are hungry. The portions are small. The food timing is bad too. We can't even say the food was amazing. It was just okay. I recommend eating next door at the Greek place. Better experience for sure!

    Truffle Sticks, Moroccan Shrimp, and the Dumplin' Pot Pie
    Chris M.

    We had one of the best dining experiences on Wilton Drive at Proof -- a true gem in Wilton Manors! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was perfect -- chic yet inviting, with a lively but relaxed vibe that set the tone for an unforgettable evening. We kicked things off with the Truffle Sticks, which were crispy, perfectly seasoned, and paired beautifully with the house sauces. The Moroccan Shrimp followed and wow -- the sweet heat sauce was incredible, with big, juicy shrimp that melted in your mouth. And the Dumplin' Pot Pie? Hands down one of the most creative and flavorful dishes we've had in a long time -- rich, comforting, and delightfully unexpected. What really made the night stand out was the service. Our server, Vanessa, was absolutely phenomenal -- knowledgeable, attentive without being intrusive, and genuinely friendly throughout our meal. We also had the pleasure of meeting Dave, the manager/owner, who stopped by to check in and made us feel truly welcomed. His passion for the restaurant and the guest experience really shines. We've eaten at many spots on the Drive, and Proof easily rivals (and in some cases surpasses) them in food quality, creativity, and hospitality. Whether you're coming for small plates, cocktails, or a full dinner, this place is a must-visit. Can't wait to go back!

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    Sterling M.

    My first time having brunch and it was amazing. The server was super friendly and personable.

    Caviar
    Cat C.

    One of my fave chefs in South Florida, opened her newest venture, Proof on "the Drive" in Wilton Manors. So of course the second we hit FLL, we made a beeline to the restaurant. To only be open a month, they are extremely busy. Snagged 2 seats at the bar, 8pm last Saturday night. What I like about Proof it's small to mid size plates concept, which is perfect when you don't want a lot, but are feeling different things. We stayed on the "feeling fancy" side of things, starting off with both the escargot and the escargNO, which is the vegetarian version. Both are phenomenal, get the real version without the puff pastry. Moving on to the chimichurri steak, it was cooked perfectly. I had to order the New Money because who doesn't love caviar! I was definitely excited to see Markys Caviar as the caviar of choice, it was a phenomenal presentation, and a great end to the night. Run, don't walk to Proof and have a damn good time.

    Frank B.

    I'm Absolutely Overwhelmed with our very first dining experience with this Stunning new Restaurant in Wilton Manors called.... PROOF !!! Where do we get such EXCELLENT Food and EXCELLENT Customer Service And a Beautiful and Relaxing Environment all in one night??? WELL....PROOF IT IS !! We went last night for the very first time and the three of us was overwhelmed from the time we walked in !! The Manager JR "WHO WE LOVED" By the way ! greeted us with such great, energy and truly welcomed us no matter what time of the night it was. Nelson was our server for the evening and he as well went above and beyond and made sure he checked in with us frequently. We weren't EVER DISAPPOINTED!!! Thank You Nelson!! Then there was the One and Only.... Marcy !!! She consistently made sure we were ok and even took the time during her busy schedule to sit down with us to have a conversation. WHO DOES THIS THESE DAYS ? MARCY DOES !!! NOW THATS EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!! Now.... The food was Exceptionally Delicious and Resonably Priced and even ordered more tapas when needed. The decor is absolutely GORGEOUS and Welcoming and felt EXTREMELY comfortable the entire evening. We will definitely go back ASAP ! #DefinitelyTheRealDeal #AMustTryEveryone #WelcomeToTheNeighborhood

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    Bryan M.

    Proof never misses. The service was excellent from start to finish, the cocktails were absolutely on point, and the vibe was just right, lively without being overwhelming. Definitely one of my go-to places in Wilton Manors.

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