Came here for a birthday celebration as a party of seven. Everyone enjoyed their meal. We had the Alfredo, chicken Milanese, stir fry lobster/shrimp, burger etc. we indulged in the desserts for the birthday. The snickers explosion is HUGE, easily can share with 4-5 people. We also had the keylime pie which was very good and the orange cake which we also liked a lot. We really don't have anything negative. Our service was attentive. All our food came out together. Most importantly if you have a seafood allergy they take separating seafood from non seafood very seriously. They even have one fryer that only does French fries to avoid cross contamination. They don't fry seafood in it. This is how it should be done. The ambiance is also really nice. Looks like they renovated. I would come here again without reservation. I'm honestly surprised by the low ratings with only a 3.6 overall. We did not have 3.6 star food nor service. Maybe they had a recent change in management or chef etc. read more

Ambiance: outstanding Service: Blake our server was fantastic! Four of us had dinner last night. Both ladies ordered crab cakes which were delicious. My pal and I ordered the shrimp cocktail which was perfectly cooked and snapped when bitten into. The gazpacho was simply delicious! I ordered the fried haddock with mashed potatoes. The potatoes were cold and replaced by a hot serving. The fried haddock was dry, tasteless and horrible. When I questioned the waiter he investigated in the kitchen and reported back what brand it was from US FOOD SERVICE , twice frozen prebreaded and terrible. The head chef our food buyer should be ashamed not to be buying fresh fish to be breaded and fried fresh in the kitchen! read more

In review of the overall score, I find it hard to believe this has been rated below 4 stars. My personal opinion based on the food, service & ambience I experienced this is 4.5 stars. From the Valet to closing of the check, this is a place if you are in the Gardens area you need to come experience. I had the Mahi Mahi Tacos & my wife had the fresh catch (Mahi-Mahi) over a lovely constructed salad with ample amounts of greens, tomatoes, peppers, onions, blue cheese crumbles, olives...., both entrees were excellent! Cool place with high end ambience on the water, need I say more. Check it out, you'll have a great time! read more

Waterway Cafe - Mahi Mahi Tacos on left / Salad with Mahi-Mahi on right - Seafood Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

The Food is top notch quality. So delicious. For an appetizer we had the Crab and Spinach Artichoke dip. Absolutely delicious. For lunch we had their Special which was Lobster and Shrimp Taco salad! Fabulous!!!! ALL was recommended by our wonderful and attentive server, Travis! He was the absolute Best! And then for our Grand Finale, Thee Dessert... We had this amazing tower of ice cream and candies and treats! It was a real showstopper! You have got to try it! The ice cream was premium quality and the candies and treats on it were just amazing. Can't say enough good things about this place. read more

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It has been many years since the first time I went and the restaurant has been completely renovated. It's beautiful and resides with a water view on the outdoor patio. We were seated right away during lunch without a reservation and it was busy. The menu looked very good and I went for the Cuban sandwich and fries. It was delicious and plentiful! If I wasn't so full, I would had an appetizer to share. Our waiter was friendly and he made sure we were happy with everything. There were other staff members that were helping one another and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. Maybe happy hour next time? We shall see. read more

Waterway Cafe - Cuban sandwich and fries. - Seafood Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Booked an inside table at 5:15pm on a Wednesday to celebrate a birthday. The renovation is spectacular; roomy open air dining room with water views of the ICW. Our server was new to the area and job. She was on point and very helpful to make our selections. We started with apps consisting of crab, spinach and artichoke dip. Entrees were maple glazed Antarctic salmon and lobster & shrimp stir fry. All servings were good portion and very flavorful. The stir fry had a bit too much soy sauce for my tasting. Dessert was finished with Key Lime Pie. Very good experience. Recommend getting there during "social hour menu" to enjoy a more reasonable cost. HIGHLY recommend read more

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Everything was absolutely perfect! We were seated outside at a table near the floating bar. Food was on-point and our server, Celine, went-over-the top to make us feel like VIPs! read more

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I came here for a lunch meeting with a vendor and we sat outside which was nice since the weather was great that day! We enjoyed the sun while sipping on our drinks and we got the smoked fish dip which was simply delicious! I got the fresh catch of the day blackened and ate every single bite. The staff was friendly and our waitress made sure to refill my drinks. It was alo easy to find parking and we were sat down immediately. I will say the renovations made this place beautiful but the prices are a bit high and so it makes this place a more higher end restaurant so beware. read more

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Came here with my team and sat outside by the bridge, which gave us a front-row view when it went up. That bridge is so damn infuriating when you're trying to get somewhere . Drives me insane but it was cool to see up close. The view itself is nice outside. This was my first visit to Waterway Cafe since it reopened, and overall it lived up to a little of the hype: solid food, scenic waterfront seating, and a relaxed, casual atmosphere. I had an Arnold Palmer, and we started the table off with the Fuji apple brie pizza. Pleasantly surprised by how good that was--definitely a strong starter and one I'd recommend. For my entrée, I ordered the jumbo lump crab salad. It was delicious, the crab was plentiful, and clearly the star of the dish. My only critique is that the tomatoes were cut way too large, which threw off the balance a bit. I finished with the vanilla bean crème brûlée. It was fine--nothing bad, just nothing memorable. Came with some fresh berries in the side. Service was okay, pretty standard. Not bad, not standout. Parking was easy for weekday lunch, and the lot is fairly large, though I've driven by before when it's been completely packed, so timing probably matters. Overall, it's a nice spot; food was better than expected, service was decent, and the location does most of the heavy lifting. A solid choice, particularly when you catch it at the right time. read more

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I'm a huge fan of the renovated Waterway Cafe. The place is beautiful and the food is a million times better. It's more upscale so the increased cost reflects this. Andy at the bar took care of us tonight and he did great job. They offer HH from 3-6 (I think only M-F) and the menu features a few dinner size options. We ordered the maple Atlantic salmon which is paired with asparagus and mashed potatoes. Although, they'll allow you to swap sides so I ordered green beans in lieu of the mashed. This was my second time ordering this dish and the quality was consistent. Finally, the restaurant and ladies restroom were both clean. Parking is still a challenge, but luckily they offer valet. Overall, I'm a fan and find it to be an improvement. read more

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Great service. Great decor and views . Food was nicely presented too. Would gladly come back again when in town. read more

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Best visited on non windy days and during the day so you can enjoy they great terrace with the boats passing by. The food is priced reasonably for this location, the server was really nice, and the food itself was good. read more

Upscale waterfront dining with nice indoor and outdoor seating We enjoyed one of the lunch specials- lobster and shrimp taco salad and the gumbo. Great flavor and nice amount of seafood. Attentive service and bonus points for alerting us to the 20% gratuity that was included in the bill. read more

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This afternoon we met another couple for a delightful lunch here. The parking lot was full at 1 pm so we valet the car which is gratis. It seems we weren't the only ones interested in eating here. It was a magnificent day and what better way to enjoy than to eat outside on the porch overlooking the waterway with all the boats and yachts passing by. The ambiance is very special. Cory was our waiter. He was very pleasant and proficient. We all chose entrees which were fresh and flavorful. I had grilled grouper over a voluminous beet and goat cheese salad. Paul had pasta over scallops and shrimp. The tuna wrap came with fries and David enjoyed it. Donna also had a grilled grouper with mashed potatoes and string beans. Honestly we didn't want to leave and we were allowed to stay a while longer to enjoy the views and weather. This is such a great place when in the area. read more

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This place has been renovated and is incredibly beautiful while still being casual dining. Sitting outside is your best bet. There are two bars outside as well as fire pits. When you walk in, no one is sitting inside on a nice day. It's a gorgeous place to eat at night. The staff is very friendly but very busy. The reason for one star isn't because of the food, ambience or staff. It's rather that the staff was so busy that three times I had to preen my neck to look for our water and I had to get up and find a children's menu myself at an empty hostess desk. Don't let this deter you though the food is delicious. The fish is fresh. The drinks are made well. The kids menu is fantastic and not as basic as most places. I can't wait to come back here! read more

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We went during happy hour and the staff was very kind. I really enjoyed the calamari which was light and crispy! I also had the Apple Brie pizza which was flavorful and bright but the crust was too crunchy on the outside and not crispy enough in the middle (fell apart). read more

Waterway Cafe - Seafood Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Food was delicious. The shrimp on my salad were HUGE and delicious. Service was excellent and the ambiance as always so zen.

My friend and I recently went for lunch. To celebrate a belated birthday. Let me start by saying the restaurant is beautiful. Inside and outside. We ordered drinks and an appetizer to start. The crab, spinach, and artichoke dip. It came in small oval dish. Mostly cheese. Very little crab. Not worth $25. Recommended by our waiter, we ordered the special. It was a Lobster/Shrimp salad on a tortilla bowl. It was a large portion. Mostly pieces of shrimp and small pieces of lobster claw. Lots of romaine lettuce. Not worth the price. Our waiter was good. The restaurant was very noisy. It's a big restaurant with high ceilings so it carries the noise. The restaurant adds an automatic 20% gratuity to your bill. They do tell you upfront. Waterway Cafe, before the remodel. Food was pretty good with valued prices. The place probably could have used some sprucing. But, it was not that bad. It represented old Florida by the water. I may add, it was always packed with locals and non-locals. Other than it's pretty inside and by the water. In my opinion it's overpriced with mediocre food. read more

Birthday dinner night. This was my first time there since the renovations. I was pleasantly surprised. It's night and day. Looks great. We were seated right away. For starters, we had the fish dip in calamari. The fish dip was good and the calamari was OK. I had the special with steak and lobster chunks on top. My friend had New York strip steak and my friend had mahi. The room was well lit and welcoming. I'd like to go back during the day for lunch on a warmer day to enjoy the full experience. read more

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Didn't know what to expect but this place was awesome! Got a spicy margarita drink that was on the menu but changed the tequila to mezcal, and it was a hit. For apps we had the crab and artichoke dip (how can this go wrong?), the bang bang shrimp, and the lobster guac. Honestly the lobster guac was a little overkill for me... I think the guac was better on its own. For a main I got the grouper pasta special, and got the grouper blackened. The fish was the highlight of the dish, although I didn't mind the pasta sauce with capers. I wish the pasta itself was lighter as opposed to the large flat noodles they used, maybe a linguine would've paired well with the fish, but either way I enjoyed the dish. Ambiance was very on brand for Palm beach, and service by our waitress (Rita) was amazing! read more

Pulled up to Waterway Cafe with our Aston Martin crew for a car meet and somehow ended up feeling like we rented the whole place. The ambience was immaculate--laid-back waterfront vibes, perfect backdrop for shiny cars, good laughs, and zero stress. Service was chef's kiss--fast, fun, and on point. The loaded Bloody Mary came fully armed and dangerous, the grouper was hands-down the best grouper I've ever had (no exaggeration), and the eggs Benedict was on another level. Then came dessert... our main guy brought out one of everything like a true legend, and somehow they were all amazing--especially the carrot cake, which deserves its own fan club. 10/10 would rev engines, eat irresponsibly, and call this our unofficial clubhouse again. read more

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lovely location and views We chose outside for the view and it was quieter. The menu was great-I had a had time deciding on what to order. Our shared appetizer, Artichoke and spinach dip with bread can out promptly and was delicious and plenty to share. However, it took a really long time for our main courses. Too Long! I said this is a "yelp disaster" meaning it will appear in my review! I complained and finally dinner came. My fish with strawberry feta arugula salad was delicious but I need more sauce-I asked, waited and then flagged my waiter and asked again. This is a no-no! My husbands Mahi sandwich was outstanding -moist, great flavor, generous size and served with perfect tartar sauce. His fries were crispy and hot. (He did not have to wait for anything). Dessert was outrageous chocolate ice cream cake -enormous and delicious. Only order if you have a group to share it with. read more

Great service, food at atmosphere. Everything was very tasty. They do include the 20% service charge so be aware of that. read more

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I haven't been here til now since they closed and reopened. Its a great spot. A couple outside bars. If you have a boat you can ride right up to the outside dock. Its a nice water view. You can see the new Ritz Carlton being built across the waterway. There's self parking and valet. I had the grouper entre and it was very good. The bartender was nice and attentive. read more

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We wandered into Waterway Café for a light lunch, enjoying the outdoor seating along the Intracoastal, as we prepared to leave for Thanksgiving holiday and return to winter wonderland. The renovation of Waterway Cafe in Palm Beach Gardens was completed in January 2025 after an 18-month transformation. The new design has an elegant, upscale contemporary flare, creating a brighter, more modern ambiance. An expanded outdoor seating area offers more space to enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and a new floating barge bar on the water. I would describe the atmosphere as upscale yet still approachable. During my previous visit for dinner, I noticed that some of my favorite appetizers had been removed from the menu. Today, for lunch, I found the prices to be somewhat higher compared to the pre-renovation days. Nonetheless, we ordered the Beet Salad, which was beautifully presented and delicious. The service was attentive, and available when needed. One of the highlights of the renovation is the bar area on the floating barge, which is now much more spacious and offers stunning views of the water. It's a perfect spot to unwind with a drink while taking in the scenic surroundings. read more

Waterway Cafe - Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese - Seafood Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

I went here about a year ago when they first opened after remodeling and had a horrible meal. I decided to give it another chance yesterday and was again terribly disappointed with the quality of the food. The margarita was and tasteless. The wasn't much better. I will not be back to this establishment. There are much better places with a Water view that have a better atmosphere, a better service and a lot better food. Do yourself a favor and go somewhere else! read more

The food was absolutely delicious. The service was wonderful and they were very busy. Our water view was pretty nice too. This place is a must visit....we are definitely going back. read more

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After an appointment with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, my party of four stopped here for lunch. It was the first time for all of us and was recommended by a staff member of Bascom. We all had a wonderful experience. We were greeted with smiles and were seated in a booth overlooking a spectacular view. Our server, Paris, was very attentive and friendly. We ordered the crab cake and the spicy tuna for the table. Both were phenomenal! I ordered the Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Salad. The rest of the table ordered Shrimp Stir Fry. All of us were extremely happy with our choices. Paris recommended the Orange Florida Sunshine Cake for dessert. It was delicious, moist and large enough for us to share. The beet salad was refreshing and plentiful! The Stir Fry serving was ample as well, but no one had any leftovers to take home! We all had a GREAT time! Thank you Paris for your hospitality and lively personality! I highly recommend Waterway Cafe read more

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In all honesty, the upgraded atmosphere and finishes really hit the mark The inside dining room is beautiful and the new layout with the bar position is much better! The outside has been totally revamped and is coastal modern with beautiful lines and styling. The star of the show though is the floating barge - to be able to sit at either a table on the water around the bar , or at this big, beautiful bar, and order food and drinks was the highlight of our dining experience! As for the food, we had a couple of our old favorites that included Ahi tuna stack and the calamari and both were great... sime other hits are the lobster guac and the bacon cheeseburgers. I'm personally not going to waterway for fine dining so I'm not gonna order a $35 piece of fish... If you go with the intention of sharing a few appetizers with friends and to enjoy the atmosphere , I think this place will always be a winner! read more

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I visited Waterway for a work dinner a few months ago and it did not disappoint! The restaurant is cute & quiet. Perfect for a date night or solo dinner. Service was great and the staff was very attentive. I ordered the conch fritters which were good but I wish had more conch. I also ordered the stuffed snapper after much debate since the photos online did not do it justice at all. Overall the experience was good and I would return on my own. read more

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The food is delicious and watching the boats go by is very relaxing. Beautiful outdoor area to enjoy fresh air.

I've just had a nightmare experience with another restaurant establishment so decided I need to offer-up a good review to balance out the night. I dine-out quite often in the area so I've tried many places in PBG. Waterway Cafe has actually become my favorite dine-in experience in the area. The food is decent. Situated on the intercoastal, they have a nice balance of seafood, including fresh daily catches, "comfort food", deserts and side dishes. There's a revolving selection of daily specials which is frequently quite tasty. While not a perfect 10/10 -- there's been 1 or 2 disappointing visits -- but that's like 1/2% of the over 100 times I've been to this place. What's most notable about this place is the service. As you walk in you get greeted by a "team" of hosts who never fail to give a warm greeting, and a friendly goodbye as you leave. The wait staff is extremely eager to please. If you go more than once, they'll remember your dining habits and try to accomodate before you even look at the menu,. I can say that not once have they ever let me down. A few odd quirks: they do have a 20% service fee in lieu of a tip, which may annoy some. (I'm fine with it). They also push valet parking to the max and there's been a few times when I could find a regular spot and been forced to use the valet. Very minor stuff. As for ambience, it's on the water with boats and urban views of PBG's fishing culture. That view is accessible both indoors and outside. There's also a nice bar area, right next to the water. 10 out of 10. read more

To be honest, I was a little nervous about this place with all of the recent negative reviews. Upon entering, the restaurant was packed at 6pm and had a nice ambiance. We got a spicy margarita to start with the crab and artichoke dip, the bang bang shrimp, and the lobster guac. The drink and apps were mostly pretty good, albeit expensive for the actual amount of protein that was present (lobster guac was really just guac with a few peices of lobster mixed in). I had the pistachio-crusted grouper for my entree and while nothing overly memorable, I enjoyed it. Overall, it was a pleasant meal with good service. read more

My family moved to Singer Island 24 years ago and Waterway was one of our favorites restaurant for years. My mom and I were shocked they still offered peel & eat shrimp and they were fantastic (happy hour menu?) My mom had a mocktail (a wonderful selection). I had a lychee martini/Lychee Delight. I love they have low martini glasses. Chef's kiss!! The conch fritters were so yummy, we only got a picture of the empty plate. We also had the Margherita pizza which was crispy and fresh. Our server(s) were on point. We had a ton of appetizers and they seamlessly brought us new plates for each appetizer and cleared. I had not seen the renovations that allow for a greater view of the intercostal & boats. Also, it was very nice the manager actually seemed to check on all the tables. The valet is quick and essential after 630/7pm in season. It was beautiful to see the tiki bar still stands. read more

Waterway Cafe - Empty plate because the Conch Fritters were too good to stop and take a picture before we devoured them. - Seafood Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

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If you have not been since the remodel, you must go and see the big magnificent change! Holy cow! It hardly looks like the same place. It is so much more upscale on the inside but still has the great bar area outside which is fabulous. Our bartender Kimmy was wonderful and so attentive, personable and eager to please. The best experience. Was a great way for us to spend a beautiful Monday afternoon in paradise. Check out the newness for yourself. read more

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Met up with my bestie for lunch at the newly renovated Waterway Café and the place looks amazing! We were greeted by Jon, who was both our bartender and server, and he provided excellent service throughout. We started with the tuna stack, super fresh and so good. For mains, had the grilled salmon and a lobster Caesar salad. Both were delicious, perfectly cooked, and really hit the spot. Overall, great vibes, great food, and awesome service. Definitely recommend checking it out! read more

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I made reservations a week and a half ago and I had to seat outside in the scolding sun because their poor management.

We took my parents here who were visiting from Puerto Rico for my moms birthday and whoa- so so good! Drinks were ON POINT! Food was amazing ( we all got fish and chips) my son got the blacked chicken Alfredo and my husband got wings. Not one complaint at the table. Our server Jessica did great- super attentive and helpful. The view from our outside table was spectacular. My only feedback would be to perhaps consider frozen glasses for the beers, as they became pretty tepid fairly quickly; especially in the humid weather. However, overall great experience and we cannot wait to go back! read more

If you want great service, great food, and really nice water views, this is the place to dine at. I loved that there were so many delicious choices on their lunch menu. We arrived at lunchtime on a Saturday and they were not very crowded which gave us the option to sit inside or outside. The bar area is also super nice with a view of some television sets to watch weekend sports. Once seated, we ordered drinks which were very well made. We ordered a steak salad and a steak sandwich. Both were cooked perfectly and served promptly. Everything was fresh and seasoning well. The fries were cooked perfectly too. I can't say enough nice things about how wonderful the service was. Water was filled often, plates cleared as needed and anythibg we needed was served with a smile. Parking is easy with a choice to free self park or valet. The bathrooms were very clean and the hostess stand was very friendly too. read more

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It was fun spending happy hour at Waterway Cafe. The renovations are amazing. The food was very tasty, and thanks to their happy hour pricing, the bill wasn't exorbitant. I docked a point because of the regular menu pricing, $35 for a fish sandwich , and there was a "service charge" for a party of 3 that wasn't disclosed at the beginning or mentioned when the bill was dropped off. Otherwise, all drinks and food was tasty. read more

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