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Palm Beach is one of South Florida’s most sophisticated destinations, where year-round sunshine meets exceptional coastal elegance. This prestigious enclave offers the perfect blend of luxurious tranquility and refined hospitality, making it an ideal location for both incentive rewards and corporate gatherings.

The serene atmosphere, marked by pristine beaches and world-class amenities, sets the stage for Palm Beach’s distinguished food and beverage scene. From award-winning restaurants to intimate chef-driven establishments, the dining landscape reflects the area’s commitment to excellence. Below is a curated selection of Palm Beach’s finest culinary experiences perfect for your incentive trip and offsite meeting travelers.

DINE AT AN ICONIC AMERICAN RESTAURANT

If you want your travelers to experience a fixture on the local culinary scene that is quintessentially Palm Beach, book a reservation for them at the Palm Beach Grill. They’ll enjoy New American fare and American classics while gazing at curated art pieces and immersed in a décor scheme that is comfortable yet sleek. The Silver-Service Kosher Hot Dog is a favorite of locals. Other elevated American dishes include USDA Prime French Dip Au Jus, True Dover Sole, Florida Red Snapper, Emerald Kale Salad and Rosemary Focaccia.

FEAST ON FRESH ITALIAN FARE WATERSIDE

Where else in the world besides Elisabetta’s Ristorante can you sip on a prosecco flavored with a house-made black cherry popsicle? Other cocktails offering refreshment amid the heat of Florida include a delightful creation featuring Pimm’s aperitivo, gin, cucumbers and strawberries – aptly named Pimm-cicletta. The food is just as delicious, with pasta so freshly made, it will transport you to Italy. And leaving room for dessert is an absolute must, thanks to tiramisu, cannoli, cheesecake, cookies and gelato dishes too irresistible to pass up. Diners get to please their taste buds while overlooking the water, ensuring the view holds its own against the food and drinks.

WINE AND DINE IN A QUIETLY SOPHISTICATED SPACE

City Cellar Wine Bar and Grill is equally appreciated by wine lovers and people who love to see and be seen. The established and locally revered restaurant is especially well known for its pizza, pasta, seafood and all-American fare. Fried calamari seasoned with roasted garlic lemon aioli and filet mignon in a red wine demi-glace are among the highly recommended menu items. Highlights of the impressive wine list include a rosé from Provence, France; a malbec from Mendoza, Argentina; a Bordeaux from Barons de Rothchild, France; and a Moscato from Asti, Italy.

TASTE AWARD-WINNING CUISINE AT A FAMOUS LOCAL SPOT

The James Beard award-winning Buccan reigns as one of the most famous places for fine dining in Palm Beach. Nationally acclaimed Chef Clay Conley helps the beloved bistro maintain its standing by creating mouthwatering dishes like Peruvian Style Octopus, Confit Duck Leg, Short Rib Empanadas, Squid Ink Orecchiette, Ricotta Cavatelli and Hand Rolled Fusilli. Chef Conley’s daily and seasonal specials are equally as tasty as the permanent menu items.

ENERGIZE YOUR PALATE WITH COLORFUL MOD-INDIAN CUISINE

The food and atmosphere at Stage Kitchen are the opposite of dull and boring. Chef and co-owner Pushkar Marathe effortlessly whips up Indian cuisine brimming with taste and creativity. A semifinalist for a 2023 James Beard Award for “Best Chef” in the South, Marathe demonstrates why he placed so highly with dishes like the standout chicken liver pâté. Presented in a small jar and capped with brûléed sugar, the signature appetizer gets its appealing zing from fenugreek, green ginger and cardamom.

SAVOR FINE REDS AND WHITES AT A WINE LOVER’S PARADISE

A repeat winner of Wine Spectator’s coveted Grand Award for its extensive collection of vino, Marcello’s La Sirena masterfully pairs classic Italian dishes with fine wine. Chef Marcello Fiorentino has proudly carried on his family’s mission to serve diners “the best ingredients prepared in the simplest way.”

FEEL THE SPIRIT OF THE MEDITERRANEAN SETTING WHILE RELISHING CUISINE INSPIRED BY NATURE

Nestled in the swanky Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, Florie’s has a sumptuous yet welcoming ambiance courtesy of soft blush and coral tones. The serene Mediterranean vibe is the perfect setting for Argentine-Italian Chef Mauro Colagreco to work his magic. And a magical experience it is, with the accomplished chef tickling diners’ fancy with dishes like his specialty, Heirloom Tomato and Peach Carpaccio.

SAY AU REVOIR TO AN AUTHENTICALLY FRENCH DINING EXPERIENCE

Widely considered the epitome of French elegance, La Goulue is rich in Parisian chic rarely seen in the US. The renowned French restaurant serves its prized Soufflé au Fromage and other culinary delights amid a charming setting that includes French bistro chairs, barstools swathed in red leather and the pièce de résistance: an instantly iconic zinc bar. Your travelers might just forget they are in Florida!

DISCOVER A HIDDEN SUSHI GEM

Imoto is truly a local’s favorite and undoubtedly one of the best places to get sushi in Palm Beach. Notable offerings include the Miso Black Cod, Peking Duck Tacos, Tuna Foie Sliders, Scallop Crudo and Lobster Potstickers. Many locals return again and again to sample more items from the menu – which, from the unique sushi rolls to the specialty nigiri, is a crowd pleaser.

ENJOY ULTRA-FRESH SEAFOOD AT A LEGENDARY HOTEL

Who has not heard of the legendary Breakers Palm Beach? Treat your travelers to one of the famous hotel’s best restaurants, Seafood Bar. They can get their ultra-fresh fish pan-seared, wood-grilled or blackened while gazing at the peaceful sight of the restaurant’s live aquarium. Not to mention the Atlantic Ocean, which makes for an unparalleled backdrop. Favorite menu items include coconut shrimp and blue crab nachos.

Regardless of what their culinary preferences are, your travelers will find food and drinks they love in Palm Beach. The stately city has enough natural beauty, quiet opulence and cuisine selections for everyone.

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Eloisa Mendez
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