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Dining Out In Palm Beach

Because menus can change often, please call restaurant ahead to confirm the following information. All phone numbers in the area code 561. Unless otherwise noted, restaurants are open seven days a week and accept most major credit cards. Reservations are suggested where noted.


KEY TO SYMBOLS:

L Lunch D Dinner SB Sunday Brunch B Breakfast

Average entree (if the restaurant serves dinner, the rating is based on the dinner menu) $, under $10; $$, between $10 and $20; $$$, more than $20.

PALM BEACH

 Looking for some excellent Gourmet coffee & Smoothie Bar?
Visit Maria Smithers at 111 North County Road. 832-7070  They open at 7:30am
and on weekends they are open till 3 a.m.

AQUARIO, The Esplanade. 150 Worth Ave., 655-9999. Mediterranean rim cuisine. Cold seafood sampler with Maine Lobster, cured gravlax and smoked trout; lamb osso bucco with baby vegetables and Bali risotto. Live piano music Mon.,Fri. and Sat. eves L, D, $$$

AMICI, 288 S. County Road, 832-0201. Italian cuisine. Homemade pasta, veal chop Milanese, seafood risotto, wood-oven pizza. L (Mon-Sat),D, $$ Reservations.

BICE, 313 Worth Ave., 835-1600. Northern Italian cuisine. Pappardelle al telefono, risotto ai frutti di mare, vitello alla Milanese. L, D, $$$. Reservations.

THE BREAKERS, One South County Road, 659-8488. World-class resort with several restaurants.:

<> The Florentine: Classic European cuisine served in a formal setting with exhibition kitchen. D, $$$, Reservations

<> Flagler's Steakhouse: USDA prime-grade oversized steaks and chops served in a traditional steakhouse setting. D, $$$.

<> The Seafood Bar: Fresh seafood, raw bar amid a decor reminiscent of plantation homes of historical Florida. L,D,$$

<> Henry's Place: Family-style restaurant/pub featuring quick dishes and traditional English fare. L,D, $$

CAFE CELLINI, 2505 S. Ocean Blvd, Palm Beach, 588-1871. Continental cuisine served in an elegant atmosphere in the Palm Beach President condominium building. Pompano papilote, osso bucco with orzo,Dover sole,bouillabaisse, coconut-crusted salmon with mango. D,$$

CAFE L'EUROPE, 331 S. County Road, 655-4020. French/American cuisine served in both a window-filled bistro and formal dining room. Pan-seared sesame tuna with ginger tamari vinaigrette; sea bass steamed in papilotte with spinach, zucchini and fingerling potatoes; grilled veal chop.Champagne and caviar bar. Jazz trio, Fri and Sat eves. L (Tues-Sat), D (Tues-Sun),$$$. Reservations.

CASABLANCA CAFE AMERICAIN, 101 N. County Road, 655-1115.Mediterranean cuisine. Classic bouillabaisse, fresh Dover sole, aged Angus beef,smoked salmon. L (Mon-Fri), D, $$-$$$. Reservations

THE CHANCELLOR GRILLE ROOM, The Brazilian Court hotel,301 Australian Ave, 65-7740. Continental cuisine; indoor and outdoor courtyard dining. Herb-seared Colorado rack of lamb, sea bass encrusted with Yukon Gold Potato, Mille Feuille of yellow fin tuna with portabello mushroom. Entertainment and dancing Thurs. and Fri. eves. B, L, D, $$

CHARLEY'S CRAB, 456 S. Ocean Blvd., 659-1500. Oceanview bar and cozy tucked-away dining areas. American cuisine emphasizing seafood. Maryland-style crabcakes, seafood pasta pagliara. L (Mon-Sat), D, SB, $$ Reservations>

CHEZ JEAN-PIERRE, 132 N. County Road, 833-1171. Traditional and contemporary French Cuisine. Lamb and rosemary, fresh Dover sole, cassoulet, veal chop. D, $$$. Reservations.

CHUCK & HAROLDS, 207 Royal Poinciana Way, 659-1440. American cuisine. Popular bar and open-air dining room where the roof slides open in good weather. Smoked chicken, penne pasta, grilled fish, calamari, ribs. Fabulous Baker Boys nightly for dancing. B, L, D, SB, $$. Reservations.

THE COLONY CAFE AND LOUNGE. The Colony hotel, 155 Hammon Ave, 659-8100. Continental cuisine served in a formal dining room and casual poolside seating. Live musical entretainment thurs.,Fri, and Sat. eves. Happy hour Mon-Fri., 5p.m.-7 p.m. B, L, D, $$ Reservations.

CUCINA DELL'ARTE, 257 Royal Poinciana Way, 655-0770. Contemporary Italian cuisine served in indoor and side-walk-side seating. Grilled pizettes, salads, New York strip topped with Gorgonzola and pine nuts, black pearl salmon, walnut-crusted grouper. B, L, D, $$

DEMPSEY'S, Royal Poinciana Plaza, 50 Cocoanut Row, 659-1899. American cuisine in an Irish-style pub. Signature chicken hash and shad roe, steaks, fresh Florida seafood, sandwiches and salads. L, D, al la carte SB $$

GALAXY GRILLE, 350 S. County Road, 833-9909. Seafood grill also serving steaks and chops; emphasis is on Mediterranean cuisine. L, (mon-Sat), D, $$$

GRACIE"S GARDEN CAFE, 240 Worth Ave, 832-0304. Muffins, pastries, sandwiches, salads, frozen yougurt. 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. daily $

GREEN'S PHARMACY, 51 N. County Road, 832-0304. Old Fashioned lunch counter and diner-like seting. Bugers, sandwiches, homemade soups, daily entree specials, frothy milkshakes. B, L, $

HAMBURGER HEAVEN, 314 S. County Road, 655-5277. American cuisine. Renowned selection of burger, as well as sandwiches, salads, homemade pies,B, L, $. Closed on Sunday

JANEIRO, 191 Bradley Place, 659-5223. Contemporary and classical french cuisine. Celebrating its 8th season. Wine cellar has 5,000 bottles. Dishes include swordfish chop in red butter. Signature roasted coffees.D daily, $$$+ Reservations

JO'S, 39 N. County Road, The Paramount Building, 659-6776. American and French cuisine, along with Asian dishes, served in an intimate dining room and small outdoor terrace. Jumbo lump crabcake, roast duck, rackof lamb, pad thai. D (Mon-Sat.) $$

THE LEOPARD LOUNGE AND SUPPER CLUB, The Chesterfield hotel, 363 Cocoanut Row, 659-5800. New American cuisine. Menu selections include veal, Angus beef, pastas,fish,Extensive wine list and entertainment nightly.Traditional English afternoon tea daily. B, L, D, $$

PALM BEACH TAVERN, 251 Royal Palm Way, 832-0385. Classic tavern atmosphere with American /Continental cuisine. Three-course "cottage menu"before 6:45 p.m. Pianist Mark Doyle and female vocalist Samm perform jazz standards Thurs-Sat nights. Late night 'til midnight. L (Mon-Fri.), D (Mon-Sat),$$

THE PASTA HOUSE, 45 Cocoanut Row, 659-8488. A wide variety of pasta dishes, including rigatoni alla vodka and meat lasagna, and fish and chicken specials. Southern-Italian ambiance. D (except Wed), $$

THE PLEASANT PEASANT. Heart of Palm Beach Hotel, 160 Royal Palm Way, 820-0105. American cuisine. Grilled salmon, homemade soups,shrimp scampi with linhuini, tenderloin of beef with jumbo prawns, chicken stew, B, L, D, $$

RENATO'S. 87 Via Mizner, 655-9752. Continental cuisine served in an intimate European setting. Farfalle with calamari, shrimp, clams, mussels and cherry tomatoes; snapper alla livornese, herbed veal chops, tiramisu. L, (Mon-Sat), D, $$ Reservations

SANDWICHES BY THE SEA, 363 S County Road, 655-7911. Sandwich shop. Turkey, ham, corned beef, chicken salad, crab salad, soups, 9 a.m -4 p.m., Mon-Fri; 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sat., $

SPRINKLES ICE CREAM & SANDWISH SHOP, 279 Royal Poinciana Way, 659-1140. Daily Lunch specials, sandwiches, hot dogs, ice cream. Mon-Thurs 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. 8 a.m.- 11 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sun Noon-10 p.m.

TABOO, 221 Worth Ave, 835-3500 . American cuisine served along the heart of Worth Avenue. Fresh Diver sole, prime rib, steaks,gourmet pizzas, main-course salads, pastas. Piano music in the evennings; disc jockey on weekends. L, D, SB, $$ Reservations

TESTA'S, 221 Royal Poinciana Way, 832-0092 American cuisine, daily specials. Indoor, Via Testa and sidewalk-side -seating for people watching. Pasta , steak, seafood, salads, homemade soups and world-famous strawberry pie. B, L, D, $$

TOOJAY'S GOURMET DELI RESTAURANT & BAKERY, 313 Royal Poinciana Way, Royal Poinciana Plaza, 659-7232. Signature overstuffed sandwiches that barely fit on the plate and "comfort foods" such as homemade meatloaf and roast chicken. Traditional favorites include Nova and whitefish, potato pancakes,cheese blintzes. Wide selection of desserts. B, L, D, $$

THE TOWERS RESTAURANT, 44 Cocoanut Row, 659-3241. Continental cuisine. Rack of Lamb forestiere, Florida pompano, scampi, 12-ounce veal chop. L (Mon-Sat), D (Mon-Sat). $$

251 SUNRISE, 251 Sunrise Ave, 820-9777. American bistro fare with an upscale bar menu. Burgers, pastas, pizzas, steaks. Jazz night Thurs., live band Wed. eves. Late night menu ti'l 2 a.m. $$ Open until 3 a.m.

264 THE GRILL, 264 S. County Road, 833-6444. American cuisine served in a dining room with authentic Mizner appointments. Grilled chops, lobster and other seafood specials, grilled fish, ribs, steaks, pastas, salads, homemade soups, Valet parking. D, $$

GOURMET MARKETS, FOOD STORES

C'EST SI BON, 280 Sunset Ave., 659-6503. Gourmet Shop featuring sandwiches, salads, soups and prepared entrees. Mon-Sat., 9-7, $

CHAMPS ELYSEES BAKERY, 229 Sunrise Ave, 833-1949. Fresh-baked French pastries, breads, and deli sandwiches. Mon-Fri. 7-5; Sat.,7-3, $

HERBERT'S LAFAYETTE & SOUTHAMPTON MARKETS, 155 N.County Road, 655-6545. Gourmet grocery with daily lunch and dinner specials. Fine selection of wines; will prepare picnics. Mon. -Sat., 7:30-6,$

PUBLIX, 265 Sunset Ave, 655-4120. Florida grocery store chain with a Palm Beach flair; full-service deli, sushi bar and extensive bakery. Daily 7-9,$, Valet Parking

SUNRISE NATURAL FOODS, 233 Royal Poinciana Way, 655-3557. Juice bar and health-food deli items and products, in addition to a complete selection of vitamins and sports supplements. Mon.-Fi., 8:30-6; Sat., 8:30-5,$

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