Trendy Places to Eat in Wellington
Finding just the right place to eat in Wellington is a delightful way to enjoy the village. Residents, snowbirds and visitors to Wellington have amazing opportunities to enjoy the same offerings of comfort food, fine dining and great entertainment that is available in larger communities. They haunt fine dining restaurants where executive chefs deliver works of artistic cuisine and those that deliver smaller portions of culinary masterpieces. Everything diners want is right here in Wellington, including trendy nightlife settings for a crowd that enjoys live entertainment, hidden foodie havens and comfortable settings for a more casual night out. The next time you’re out on the town in Wellington, check out a few of these trendy Wellington hotspots.
SURI WEST
13410 SOUTH SHORE BLVD. • (561) 795-0080
Suri West is famous for its signature small plate tapas, but also has regular-sized entrees on an expansive menu of contemporary American fare. The restaurant is proud of its commitment to farm-to-table dining, and in addition to securing products from local farms, fresh herbs are plucked from the rooftop garden. The restaurant really heats up during the winter months, accommodating an equestrian crowd following the sun and horses to Wellington. Owned by Wellington resident Maureen “Bunny” Pata, Suri West is located near Wellington’s equestrian area, making it a favorite of both locals and seasonal visitors alike. Now entering its third season, Suri West is the sister restaurant of the extremely popular Suri tapas restaurant in downtown Lake Worth. Reservations to the happening Wellington hotspot can be made online or via phone. Suri West is home to an active nightlife crowd, especially on weekends, when the 275-seat restaurant hosts live performances. Learn more at www.surirestaurant.com.
OLI’S FASHION CUISINE
10610 FOREST HILL BLVD. , SUITE 120 • (561) 792-2220
Executive chef Dustin Parfitt and restaurateur Juan Gando envisioned a fine dining restaurant for the western communities that could be compared to that of Palm Beach dining. Their dream became reality in 2010, and since that time, Oli’s Fashion Cuisine has become a favorite spot for snowbirds, tourists and local residents. Oli’s is one of Wellington’s most fashionable hotspots. This isn’t due to the number of fashionistas who march through its doors (although there are plenty of them), but to the chic, stylish food that is served at this trendy restaurant. Food prepared by Parfitt is an artistic work of fine cuisine, prepared with the best ingredients that the local community has to offer. The atmosphere at Oli’s Fashion Cuisine is also exquisite. Patrons are equally comfortable in the crisp, upscale dining room or at the comfortable outside bistro where they can enjoy brunch or dinner. Learn more at www.olisfashioncuisine.com.
THE GRILLE FASHION CUISINE
12400 SOUTH SHORE BLVD. • (561) 793-2110
The Grille Fashion Cuisine restaurant is tucked away off South Shore Blvd. in Wellington, but despite the quiet location, it is a bustling hotspot serving delicacies such as truffle fries and cucumber martinis to patrons looking for a high-class atmosphere. Part of the Fashion Cuisine group, like its sister restaurant Oli’s Fashion Cuisine, the Grille has been serving up American bistro favorites that borrow from Latin and other world flavors since 2011. Patrons who’ve not visited the restaurant in a while may discover a few new favorite dishes sprinkled throughout a revamped menu. Ample portions are plated at the Grille, where food presentation is second only to taste. The restaurant is family-friendly, but after hours, it transforms into a trendy nightclub hotspot, where adults gather for dancing, drinks and music. There are special events year-round, with something going on nearly every night of the week during the winter season. Learn more at www.thegrillefashioncuisine.com.
BONEFISH MAC’S
10880 W. FOREST HILL BLVD • (561) 798-6227
This six-year-running Wellington sports grille, Bonefish Mac’s is the place to be if you’re feeling even the slightest bit landlocked. A brightly colored interior, wooden tables, chairs, booths and boarding create a cabin-like feel, giving customers an open-seas sense — despite being anchored to Forest Hill Blvd. in front of the Mall at Wellington Green. The Angler’s Catch menu features many seafood favorites, but no need to be daunted by the Caribbean aesthetic if you haven’t quite found your sea legs. Non-seafood enthusiasts can still enjoy the island experience while sinking their teeth into a wide array of land-lovers’ favorites. Shrimp-sized swashbucklers will enjoy the 365-gallon saltwater tank filled with a variety of fish, as well as the arcade area. The covered outdoor bar area is a happening place nearly every night of the week. This local hotspot chain also has locations in Coral Springs, Lighthouse Point and Port St. Lucie. Learn more at www.bonefishmacs.com.
WELLINGTON TRACE
12794 W. FOREST HILL BLVD. • (561) 469-1109
Wellington Trace Tavern is where steak lovers congregate. Located in the original Wellington Mall, it is also a well-kept secret. Folks come together for a good meal, but also for performances, a live DJ and bingo on select nights. The restaurant is under new ownership and a new chef is on board creating a wide-ranging menu that includes comfort food favorites, as well as new signature items. The chef-driven creative offerings on the menu have garnered many accolades and earned many returning patrons. Meanwhile, a blending of natural woods that formulate a comfortable setting in a relaxing dining room creates the tavern atmosphere where patrons dine on traditional American food. Learn more at www.wttavern.com.
WHITE HORSE FASHION CUISINE
3401 EQUESTRIAN CLUB ROAD • (561) 847-4549
The location of White Horse Fashion Cuisine is one reason why it remains forever an iconic Wellington restaurant. The restaurant is joined to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center show grounds by a wooden walkway that crosses the lake in between. Its close proximity to the world’s premier show-jumping facility is convenient for show spectators and participants alike. The seasonal restaurant is perfect for all ages and varied occasions during the winter equestrian season. It is suitable for a romantic dinner, but is also where groups of people comfortably connect for the ambiance, pleasant meals or to gather at the bar following the horse show. Learn more at www.pbiec.com/page/whitehorse-fashion-cuisine
CATANIA RESTAURANT
4115 STATE ROAD 7 • (561)355-5900
Catania Restaurant is a great dining hotspot for lovers. The casual Italian restaurant provides a romantic setting and an ideal atmosphere for a date night. However, you don’t have to be dating to enjoy the tasty Italian food that is served family style. Guests can also choose from the individual menu. The restaurant, located in the Marketplace at Wycliffe since 2015, has a nearly unlimited selection of wines and serves up great portions of food. No one leaves Catania hungry, which is exactly what you’d expect from an authentic Italian restaurant. Guests can be seated inside in the main dining room, outside on the quiet patio or in the lively bar area. Either way, attentive waiters immediately drop by with hot bread, butter and water with lemon as a prelude to an amazing meal. Not that hungry? You’ll often find great entertainment in the bar area. Learn more at www.cataniarestaurant.com
ANNEXO COFFEE & BITES
10120 W. FOREST HILL BLVD. SUITE 170 • (561) 333-0287
Annexo Coffee & Bites is brand-new to Wellington this season. More than a coffee house, it’s also part wine bar, beer garden and café all rolled into one. Customers will discover an eclectic mix that includes a unique atmosphere and wonderful food, made from scratch by world-class chef Andres Zambrano with help from co-owner Erika Salleres. Think Latin charm and French Riviera meeting hometown America, and you’ll have a distinct description of the restaurant that serves coffee and bites. Designer coffees and fine wine accompany international bites of food served at the trendy and artsy coffee shop/tapas bar and restaurant. Locals have begun flocking to Annexo Coffee & Bites for the great food, but art and good music is also a draw to this eclectic hotspot in the Pointe at Wellington Green. Learn more at www.annexocoffeeandbites.com
