Wellington National Golf Club Opens New Champions Bistro

Wellington National Golf Club Opens
New Champions Bistro

Wellington National Golf Club recently added to its repertoire with the grand opening of the new Champions Bistro. Already a Wellington staple in terms of country club living with its manicured 18-hole golf course, an active member social calendar and plenty of amenities, the club further increased its appeal with the addition of the new full-service restaurant.

Held in January, the grand opening was attended by more than 500 people, and the club is eager to continue to feed and entertain members and their guests. The opening comes after a successful year of growth and development for the club under owners Chip Smith, Andy Apple and Doug Marty.

“We have envisioned Champions Bistro for quite some time, and I know I speak for all of us at the club that we are thrilled to see it in its completion,” Marty said. “The restaurant has been met with great success, and we are grateful for the warm reception by our members, their guests and all who attended the grand opening. I’m looking forward to welcoming even more people to Champions Bistro to experience what it has to offer.”

Located on the pristine Travertine terrace just steps from the beautiful main clubhouse, Champions Bistro offers casual and classy indoor and outdoor dining for the sophisticated palate, with a spectacular view overlooking the 18th green rewarding diners seated at the specially crafted bar.

Interior features of the venue include an open-air kitchen element, as well as bold colors, and ample table and booth seating. The entirety of the club was recently enhanced by the addition of more than 100 curated pieces of hanging and standing art, and Champions Bistro was no exception. The restaurant’s modern concept is complemented by the golf and equestrian-themed luxury pieces from Chisholm Gallery.

Diners need not worry about a limited selection, as the extensive menu features a wide selection of hand-crafted foods with vegetarian and gluten-free selections, American fare, signature dishes and tantalizing desserts.

With a full-size bar and four large flat-screen TVs, Champions Bistro is the ideal locale for special happy hour events or simply catching up with friends over a drink. Featuring a beautiful and brand-new Napolitano pizza oven imported from Italy, diners are treated to personally brick-fired pizzas, which they can watch bake, thanks to the inviting open kitchen.

Open for business only a short time, the restaurant is already thriving under the supervision of Director of Food & Beverage Jordan Naftal. Bringing decades of expertise in the hospitality and culinary fields, he has the right ingredients to provide guests with outstanding food, innovative cocktails and superior service. “Members of Wellington National know to expect standout service around the club, and Champions Bistro is no different. We strive to provide delicious food in a relaxed atmosphere, and so far, our menu has been a big hit with our patrons,” Naftal said. “Though I enjoyed working on Champions Bistro as a project while it was being constructed, now that it is open, I love that I am able to spend my days serving our members in a new and exciting way.”

The grand opening took place the evening of Jan. 11, with many local celebrities, club members and others present for the unveiling of one of the best new restaurants in town. Wellington Mayor Anne Gerwig, WPTV news anchor Roxanne Stein and famed polo player Nic Roldan were but a few of the high-profile names in attendance.

Over the course of the evening, the grand opening featured multiple complimentary food and beverage options, including elegantly crafted hors d’ oeuvres, a signature butterscotch pecan whiskey cocktail and a unique pizza station utilizing the restaurant’s new pizza oven. The festive atmosphere was complemented by elegant outdoor lighting and an inventive laser show, as well as local performer Tom Blake’s smooth crooning. During the grand finale of the evening, the audience gathered for the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

“The grand opening of Champions Bistro marks one of the final chapters of turning this property into one of the finest private clubs in South Florida,” General Manager Ted Strelec said. “The club owners had a three-year goal, of which we are well ahead of schedule. The bistro adds another amenity that club members can enjoy: a relaxed family-friendly dining experience with fantastic views of the 18th green and resort-style pool area.”

Wellington National owners and staff are thankful to have opened the doors to the new restaurant, and are grateful for all the positive feedback. The club looks forward to a fruitful 2018 and invites all community members to stop by for a visit and tour the country club.

To learn more about Champions Bistro, or view the menu, visit www.wellingtonational golfclub.com. To learn about membership and events at Wellington National Golf Club, contact Julie Pickens at (561) 718-9656 or julie@wellingtonnationalgolf.com.

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