This is a local joint for us. This visit was very disappointing. Service was good, but was not clear when I ordered the appetizer toast skagen. She went ahead and ordered the large for two people. That was shady, especially when we were asking about appetizers not full dish. Not knowing it was large we also ordered two main course. Of course we Couldn't finish our Main course, which was the cod and the burger. Then the cod under cooked. They took it back to the kitchen and just recooked my original dish. No acknowledgement on the missed order and the uncooked food. We were not thrilled. Will have to reconsider going back. There are other places in the neighborhood that have good food and service. read more

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Waxin's is hands down our favorite Swedish restaurant we've been to, we've come here a few times and it never disappoints You have to start with their Swedish Style Caviar topped with red onions, chives, dill, lemon, crème fraîche on butter fried toast We also tried the Toast Skagen (hand peeled shrimp, horseradish, lemon dill mayonnaise on butter fried toast)... so good. For my main, I went a little unexpected and got the Heaven & Hell Salad (buffalo chicken nuggets, mixed greens, queso fresco, strawberries, apples, onions, ranch dressing). Somehow the combo just WORKS. Easily one of the best salads I've had in a while. Don't skip the brussels sprouts either, they're seriously so good. And of course, you can never go wrong with their burger and sweet potato fries Their original location in Palm Beach Gardens still has my heart, but they just opened on Clematis in West Palm perfect spot to grab drinks too. Already thinking about my next visit! read more

Waxin's Restaurant & Bar, Palm Beach Gardens - Heaven and Hell Salad with a side of sweet potato fries - Scandinavian Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Waxin's, situated in the Mercato area of North Naples, is a restaurant specializing in Swedish cuisine. The food is truly delightful. I particularly enjoy the Wallenbergare, while my wife opts for the chicken. We concluded our meal with dessert, the Golden Chocolate Dome. The restaurant provides ample seating options, both indoors and outdoors, and is quite spacious. The men's bathroom is rather amusing... take a look. read more

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Great Thurs night girl dinner deal. Dj comes in on Thursday night as well. For $15 you get a Caesar salad, truffle fries and espresso Martini. You can opt to add chicken for $6. Our waiter Freddy was great. They have a good happy hour menu as well. Plenty free parking. This restaurant is located in Alton. read more

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As a European, I guess I expected a fancy, expensive restaurant to deliver great food and attentive service. Unfortunately, that wasn't our experience. We were a group of six celebrating a birthday. The food was just average and definitely way overpriced for what we received. The service was disappointing. Our server took a long time to check on us, forgot several items we requested, and overall seemed inattentive. Having worked as a server myself for years, I understand that restaurants can get busy, but waiting over 40 minutes for our food, combined with the lack of service, was frustrating. Overall, I don't feel the experience was worth the price. I wouldn't recommend spending your money here. read more

Went here on a Monday night for a celebratory dinner. We were seated right away with our reservation and had the option of sitting inside or outside. We chose inside but both were beautiful options. We were waited on promptly. We ordered ceviche and a Caesar salad to start which were both great. We had to try the meatballs which were also half off because it was Monday. They came with mashed potatoes and it was absolutely delicious. My fiancé could have just eaten them all night. We also had the Swedish cod which was light and a nice addition to go with the heavier meatballs. We ended the night with a shot that I've seen so much about. Overall we just really enjoyed our time and dinner here. read more

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Best drinks ever truly. We came for a date night and everything was so good. Excellent service as well

I come to Waxin's on a weekly basis. The main reason is the service is unmatched. Weekly Freddy waits on us and is by far the best. Shanda could not be more accommodating or more helpful. I love this place and highly recommend. Food is amazing 5 star read more

Great carpaccio & Nice service. Swedish meatballs are like ikea but a bit better with a teaspoon of lingonberries and some cucumber plus a scoop of mashed potatoes-- and too spicy for Some people but others will love the gravy and this creative dish. Sadly, the neighboring cigar/bar Cavo, means smoke is traveling inside of this entire new restaurant. The jelly roll was tiny and not good but the tart was a bit better. Hope this feedback helps. Happy eating. read more

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We came here to celebrate my friend's birthday. We had a nice table outside on a gorgeous evening Everybody started off with a cocktail they have a really nice cocktail menu that includes bourbon, gin tequila and vodka. Their menu has a Swedish influence, a lot of the items on the menu are marked as Swedish dishes. We shared an order of the Swedish meatball entree for the table and an order of the burrata The Swedish meatballs come with lingonberry and mashed potatoes. They have an extensive menu that includes meats, seafood and pasta dishes. I had the tuna steak which comes with asparagus, it was very good. Several of my friends had pasta dishes. The manager sent us out a flight of their Hot Shots which are made with vanilla liqueur espresso and cream. They were yummy. We had 3 desserts, the bananarama and the smoked. The Smoked was dollops of smoked meringue with some chocolate and brownie pieces. I really loved the smoked flavor. read more

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Came here with some girlfriend for dinner. The drinks were fantastic & refreshing. Of course we had to try their signature Swedish meatballs, which were delicious. I got the fish tacos, which were good but a little dry. Overall, it was good food & glad I tried this new spot! read more

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The ambiance inside is a whole vibe! Outside has seating as well but with this rainy weather lately inside is the safer bet. Depending on where you sit it's feels different to me. The bar is a bit more lit compared to the other areas which I liked. The service is top tier. Our server knew his stuff from the drinks to the menu. He constantly checked on us as did the other staff. Our food was prepared for perfectly and tasted as so, same for the drinks. You can substitute the alcohol for your choice. I will be back, maybe to this location or to the one they are building downtown WPB. read more

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I'm Not sure what the hype is about -- the place was pretty underwhelming. Service was fine, the atmosphere was decent, but nothing really stood out. It wasn't a bad experience, just not something I'd go out of my way to recommend. A solid three stars for effort, but it felt more style than substance. Here's what we ordered: * Nordic ceviche - just okay * Sakagen toast - didn't find anything special about it * Tuna tartare - average * Filet mignon - also just all right * Sweet potato fries - delicious, crispy and well-seasoned * Cod (Swedish style) - forgettable * Grilled lettuce salad - surprisingly good, probably the best part of the meal read more

Delicious Swedish restaurant in Palm Beach Gardens. Great for a group of friends, date night or drinks at the bar. Our server told us around 10pm a DJ comes out and it turns into more late night vibes. The cocktails were great, I remember my dirty Ketel martini with blue cheese olives was one of the best I've tasted. As for the food, also phenomenal. Raved over the Black Truffle Linguini (fresh, not fake oil tasting) and Swedish Meatballs- how could you not order? The Filet Patrik's way was superior compared to the Beef Rydberg, but mainly because we don't enjoy horseradish. We had to skip dessert for how full we became, but that didn't stop us from trying their famous hot shots- a must order. I'm excited for their new West Palm location to open up later this year. Can't wait to try out more of the menu. read more

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I believe this is only a wannabe night club. I have been there twice over a few years and both times they charged our drinks double on our bill. Being shady must be how they stay open because it's dead during the day. So much opportunity is missed with their location. read more

The best fish tacos around!! Amazing flavor, texture, and plating...we love this place! Always a 5/5.

Overall, pretty good food. No complaints at all. The service was really good as well. The ambience is pretty high-end. One thing I did notice was what I caught as a glimpse into the ingredients they use in the kitchen and it may not be top dollar. I saw Dominos Sugar which to me is a low-grade "toxic" ingredient. I'm a qualitarian and for me organic, farm-to-table, clean ingredients are paramount in what i value in a restaurant. read more

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Swedish meatball app is just killer! Very nice service and attentive during happy hour.

Love this place and the moody dark vibes. A little pricey but to me the food is actually really good. Long story short, I am ADDICTED to the carpaccio it's crack! Also service is top tier always they're super attentive! read more

Waxin's Restaurant & Bar, Palm Beach Gardens - carpaccio - Scandinavian Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Waxin's Restaurang and Bar - at first I thought someone had made a terrible mistake on the sign outside the restaurant (see attached photo). I did someone research and discovered restaurang is the Swedish word for restaurant. Waxin's is a high end restaurant featuring Scandinavian cuisine and a very appealing trendy atmosphere. The restaurant was not crowded but it took a long time for the server to take our drink orders. The Cod I ordered was excellent, but my wife was a little disappointed in the Swedish Meatballs - not any better than what you get at IKEA. The drinks were a little overpriced and I am not sure I would recommend it over other restaurants in the area. Macon's is located in the Alton Town Center and has plenty of parking. We had seen the restaurant for at least a year, but had never been able to decipher it's name due to the strange font used in their signage. read more

Waxin's Restaurant & Bar, Palm Beach Gardens - What does this sign say? - Scandinavian Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

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I went and took my son for dinner there tonight. We were enjoying dinner until a bunch of men came outside sat next to our table and started smoking cigars. An absolute disgrace. I asked the waiter if this is allowed, he said that the owner allows it since they are good customers. I went to the owner and complained why are you allowing this when other people are trying to enjoy their dinner and she said we allow this outside. She also said also because they are good customers. I do not know if she was the owner or if she was the manager, but this is an absolute disgrace. We had to get up and leave because of the smell from the smoke. Not only was the food awful but the attitude of the owner or manager was was disgusting. If they allow smoking outside then they should put signs up stating cigars smoking allowed and cigarette smoking allowed. They had no such signs anywhere. I would advise anybody and everybody do not go to this disgusting place. A total waste of money. If they allow this filth and this filthy dirty smoke to be around other customers who knows how their kitchen or their meals are even prepared. A filthy disgusting environment. I am highly allergic to smoke and had to immediately go home to get medication so I can breathe properly. I might even file legal charges against their restaurant. If smoking is allowed they should post it! read more

Came in for our Anniversary and absolutely loved it! We came in right when they opened we were the second people in. We came in during low season we were told they are much busier during high season. They also told us after 9:30 they turn into a sort of neighborhood night club with a great vibe. They also have a happy hour (social hour) between 4 and 6pm. We had the skagen appetizers and the chef special which was a tenderloin with mushrooms and a potato like bread their version of biscuits and gravy. Absolutely delicious and perfect sized. Hubby had a burger with the best truffle fries I've ever had. Service was superb. read more

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Love Waxins. The food is delicious and the restaurant is beautiful. They have an amazing Happy Hour. We've been a few times and always nice servers. The Swedish meatballs are fantastic as is the burger and Cesar salad. Love their drinks they have very beautiful barware the glasses are so pretty. read more

We have tried Waxin's a few times and we have never left disappointed. We have not sat down for a full dinner but we have tried a few bites and many different drinks! I highly recommend the fish tacos, Tommy's margarita and do not forget, the Hot Shot!!! read more

Waxin's Restaurant & Bar, Palm Beach Gardens - Tommy's margaritas and hot shots! - Scandinavian Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Nice decor but very noisy if seated inside. Food is interesting but pricey. Service was excellent. Enjoy trying different types of cuisine but I wouldn't go there again. Once was enough for my tastes. read more

I am giving this 4 stars and not 5 just because it's really over priced. The food, the service, the ambiance are all amazing but it's definitely overpriced. A Diet Coke for $6... not to mention the food is also super overpriced. Don't get me wrong you will definitely enjoy yourself if you come here from the nice staff and great service to the lovely ambiance and delicious food just be prepared to dig into your pocket more than expected. read more

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A Swedish restaurant in Palm Beach Gardens? Yes and it's pretty good. We generally go for the carpaccio which is a large portion and very good quality. Their Caesar is great, but I would skip the croutons but do enjoy the pieces of bacon. Their truffle pasta is excellent, and the fries are really good. Service is always amazing and the outdoor seating is great if you want more action stay indoors where there's a busy bar and it's a little louder. I prefer outdoors. read more

Excellent food and service, I'm so sorry it took us a few to get here but happy to finally enjoy. Waxin's Will not disappoint; from the wine menu to food itself it was top notch. And the feel and ambiance is great as well. read more

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Lovely restaurant. The food, service, and ambiance were great. We got two apps and two meals and everything was so delicious.

I love the brunch and dinners. Nice and cool inside (I was comfortable in long sleeves) in the hot summer and sexy vibe inside. Dim lighting, great service, unique Swedish food- definitely a spot to go for girls night or date night. read more

Waxin's Restaurant & Bar, Palm Beach Gardens - Scandinavian Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

We were going to go to our regular brunch place but decided to try a new place and I'm so glad we did! This is a beautiful place inside and outside with a very large patio. Centerpiece ls of live Cali lilies on each table . A gorgeous wine wall covers one wall. I had the ahi Tuna and my husband ordered the Swedish meatballs. Both were delish. Anthony was a very pleasant, efficient server. Food: 5 Ambience:5 Service:5 read more

Waxin's Restaurant & Bar, Palm Beach Gardens - Tuna Tatki - Scandinavian Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

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This was my first time trying waxins and it's fantastic. The decor is wonderful, stylish and chic. Service is wonderful, very informative and polite. We started with the Swedish shrimp toast appetizer and it was wonderful. The portions and appropriate for a meal. Not a huge portion, perfect size. Both the cod and salmon were wonderful. Flavorful, melt in your mouth flavor. The Smokey dessert is basically a deconstructed s'mores. The presentation is wonderful and the dessert is YUM! I'm going with my family again tomorrow! Can't wait! read more

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The food was exceptional, with my personal highlights being the Caviar and the risotto. While not all dishes may have been a standout, everything was at least good. Our server was really cool, fun, and witty and it made for a great evening out. The ambiance is nothing special or unique but essentially is what you would expect from a fine dining restaurant and certainly up to standards. read more

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A very unique place. Swedish food! Always love to try something different. We made reservations for 6:30 last Monday. The inside is super cool and trendy. They have some interesting dishes as well as some regular things. I got the Swedish meatballs. My boyfriend got the wallenbergare. My dad got the bouillabaisse and my Mom got the chicken sandwich. The Swedish meatballs were mouthwatering! It came with a side of potatoes as well which were delicious. If you are looking to switch it up, this is a cool spot to do so. read more

Waxin's Restaurant & Bar, Palm Beach Gardens - Swedish meatballs - Scandinavian Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Food and service are excellent. Well worth going. The Swedish meatballs are a must try.

Came here for dinner with my good friend for the first time. I want to give 3.5 stars but no halves. The service and deco are very good and nice. The SWE - Swedish style dishes were a little on the bland side. We had the cod and the steak The dessert was fantastic. We had ether pineapple meringue mango purée Maybe I'll come back and try the non SWE dishes. read more

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This is a bar disguised as a restaurant that serves average food and extremely overpriced drinks. The food is reasonably priced but nothing special, and the portions are small. Elegant ambiance but too loud to carry a conversation without raising your voice. The service is hit or miss, depending on the staff member. Last night the host outside the front door was courteous and professional. Unfortunately after I was seated, the waitress was completely the opposite. She was untrained, unprepared, and unprofessional. For some reason she walked away when I asked for suggestions on the menu. A couple of minutes later a second waitress showed up and asked me if I was ready to order. I said I needed a minute to look at the menu. About five minutes later a waiter approached the high top area where I was sitting and asked if I needed anything! I told him I was waiting for one of the two waitresses. He said he could go get one of them or take care of me. After he made a suggestion and explained the details, I ordered the Beef Rydberh and a glass of Napa Valley cabernet. The meal was $32, the wine was $17. read more

Went once, doubtful to return. I dunno about the theme. What is it? Swedish food? I guess if I was pounding out some miserable existence living under a rock on some frozen beach in Norway, the food might be considered pretty good! How it manages to survive here is truly a mystery worthy of the Viking gods time to ponder. I mean it's different, sure try it... once. read more

Loved the vibe. The bar area is beautiful kind of a New York vibe. Loved bartender Aminé (dark hair) I didn't expect cheap but I think I'm in sticker shock over one Manhattan at $26.00!!!! At A minuscule 2 ounce pour with martini and Rossi vermouth this price is more than New York New Jersey Europe the Far East well you get the point. As for food the tuna tartare was amazing sushi grade tuna Swedish meatballs good burrata just OK. My party will visit again but be more mindful of ordering a $26.00 drink when a bottle of Woodford is just a few dollars more. read more

Waxin's Restaurant & Bar, Palm Beach Gardens - Our receipt for a "happy hour" time frame. - Scandinavian Near Me - Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

We were excited to try some Scandinavian cuisine, and decided to do dinner with two other couples to try it out. The restaurant is located in a really nice plaza, and parking was plentiful. The Good: We had drinks at the bar while we waited for the rest of our party to arrive. Even though we arrived early and had to change the reservation from 4 people to six, the hostess was gracious and helpful with our request. Quality service to be sure. Opting for the quieter side of the restaurant, we were seated and ordered drinks and appetizers for our table. All of the food on the menu was excellent, well prepared and fresh. Everybody thought their entree was a hit. It's obvious the kitchen knows their stuff. The Less Good: At first our waiter suggested things for us to order. This is normally a good thing. It's less good when you decline more appetizers or more drinks, and suggestions keep coming. "No" is a complete answer, and when, after politely declining something, you are told that "hey maybe get one after all, or try this instead" and it happens several times throughout your meal, you start to feel like you are eating dinner inside a dealership. It wasn't totally terrible, but it was a bit off-putting. This was our only gripe about the night, otherwise we had a really good time. Looking forward to give this place another go! read more

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