I recently stopped by The Gardens Mall while visiting one of the gelato shops, and it reminded me…read morewhat a pleasant place it is to spend an afternoon. The mall is clean, bright, and beautifully maintained, making it a comfortable destination--especially on a hot Florida day. The air-conditioned indoor setting is a welcome escape, and there's a great mix of stores, whether you're shopping for fashion, gifts, or just browsing. Another plus is the ample parking. It's easy to get in and out without the hassle of circling for a spot. You can park in the shade or not! Whether you're planning a shopping trip, grabbing a bite to eat, or simply making a stop at one of the specialty shops, The Gardens Mall is a relaxing and enjoyable place to visit.

The Gardens Mall first opened its doors on October 5, 1988, as The Gardens of the Palm Beaches…read more Developed by The Forbes Company on 400 acres along PGA Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens, the two story, 1.4 million-square-foot shopping destination had Macy's, Sears, and Burdines as its original anchor stores. Over the next few years, it continued to grow into one of South Florida's premier luxury malls, with Bloomingdale's opening in 1990 and Saks Fifth Avenue following in 1991. Burdines closed in 2004 as part of Federated Department Stores' corporate consolidation and was replaced by a two-story Nordstrom in 2006. Sears, one of the mall's original anchors, permanently closed on February 29, 2024. This was my first visit to The Gardens Mall, and everything about it exuded luxury. Parking is plentiful and free. Inside the elegant fountains and water features, lush faux floral arrangements, and sculptures scattered throughout the mall lent themselves to creating an upscale atmosphere. The shopping lineup is equally high end with designer boutiques like Talbot's, Coach, Jimmy Choo, Tiffany, Lilly Pulitzer, Chanel, Gucci, Michael Kors, Louis Vuitton, and many more. When it's time for a break, the elegant Gardens Café food court offers quick service favorites like Chick-fil-A, Shake Shack, and Charley's Philly Steaks. I especially loved the mural that wraps around the food court called A Story of Florida. It depicts Florida's earliest history of indigenous people and the arrival of the Spanish and ends with a space shuttle taking flight. Full-service restaurants include California Pizza Kitchen, Cooper's Hawk Winery, P.F. Chang's, and Brio Italian Grille which all have sit down dining options. I liked walking around the mall and while I don't generally shop luxury brands I did check out the Hallmark and Yeti store. I would come back for a bite to eat and to take in the beautiful surroundings. Even if designer labels aren't in your budget, it's worth stopping by to window shop and enjoy the tranquil vibe while taking advantage of very appreciated air conditioning, which is so vital this time of year.

CityPlace is a vibrant space with the Eataly, restaurants and coffee shops to include Starbucks and…read moreretail stores such as Lululemon, H&M, Urban Outfitters, Alo and Sunglass Hut. CityPlace also has an open air area perfect for lounging and listening to live music and entertainment. There is also a water fountain where the kids can cool off on a warm summer day. We didn't get to venture too far and experience all that CityPlace has to offer. I hope to return to visit and indulge in the featured immersive arts and events available.

Every time I come to city place I see something new that wasn't here last time. There are lots of…read morenew high-end shops that have opened. Pop-up bagels and Moxie are now going strong here. There is new construction with residential high-rises coming up in this area as well.

We went here to try and find my son sneakers and I would've loved new sports stuff. We were both…read moreout of luck. The store was bustling with people but we couldn't find sneakers or a sports skirt! Maybe next time!

As organized as the store looks, finding something in my size could have been easier. Even though…read morethe hangar said one size, upon looking further it was a different size. Their 30% discount signs could be done better to see what is included. Their sneakers if you are looking are generally a good quality. You probably will not go wrong getting your sneakers here. Also for the amount of people who come here they could have a larger and more attentive staff. I saw one person on their smartphone

I dropped in yesterday in hopes to find a new pair of shoes, I generally struggle as I wear a 16…read moreEE. Upon entering I was greeted by Danielle W. who immediately found the style and size I needed. She also helped me find a tee shirt as they were having an end of season clearance event. Exceeded expectations on customer service. I was able to get the shoes and shirt quickly and less than my budget.

Service I needed arch support sneakers, no one had a clue if they had or not. If they give u advice…read moredon't take it . Ok selection. Not a discount store really Prices ok

I normally try to avoid making stops but when I got Elvis with me we stop at the pet areas and this…read moreone got a nice one with shade

Very nice and exclusive shopping center with great restaurants and ultra luxury brands like Hermes…read moreand fun brands like Alice & Olivia are what you will find in this beautiful outside mall.

It's been awhile since we were last here. I believe it was shortly after they first opened…read more You just can't leave without buying something! Whether it's a food item, household or gardening item, or some piece of electronic gadget you didn't realize you needed. And yes we left with some of each!

Great place to find discounts on household items. Staff always organizing shelves but it's a…read morechallenge to get keep fully organized because customers drop stuff everywhere. They have special coupons and discounts for reward members.

I bought a pair of Teva sandals online. They looked pretty, but they weren't comfortable, wearing…read morethem in the house hurt my feet and they were actually bloody. I thought I purchased them at the Nordstrom's website and brought them back to Nordstrom's a while ago only to be told that they needed to go to the Outlet. I got busy with life and I'm now here to return them for something that's comfortable to wear. Happily I was given a gift card and left with a new pair of sandals and two dollars

I will say this particular Nordstrom Rack location doesn't set my soul on fire. Initially when the…read morestore opened, it featured a great layout and some spectacular merchandise. I do think one can still score some great deals here but the layout has changed and not for the better. It doesn't have the same vibe it once did. Obviously, it's a step down from Nordstrom but the same level of charm and customer service was offered long ago and I don't see this nowadays. Granted, the majority of cashiers who've assisted me are lovely but it's simply not the same level of customer service as in the past. I'm also not a fan of the hoardersville impulse items near the registers - giving off the Marshalls & TJ Maxx vibes but not the same prices. Love those stores, not hating but it isn't what old school Nordstrom Rack aesthetic offered. If we are junking it down, go ahead and decrease the prices too. On brighter notes, one will save 5% off their purchase if they're a Nordstrom cardholder and online purchases can easily be returned both at the Rack and Nordstrom at the mall.