Delray Beach is South Florida’s Eclectic “Village by the Sea”

Nestled on Florida’s picturesque southeast coast, Delray Beach was once a hidden gem and still bills itself as “The Village by the Sea.” Following a building boom that began in 2003, Delray Beach burst into the spotlight in 2012 when it was named "Best of the Road - Most Fun Small Town in America" by Rand McNally and USA Today Travel. Today, its vibrant downtown includes an eclectic mix of restaurants, cafés, boutiques and entertainment and nightlife venues.

East Atlantic Avenue, known simply as “The Avenue,” is the pulse of downtown Delray Beach with live musical entertainment from classic rock to island reggae and a myriad of gourmet restaurants, nightclubs and causal bars.

Live stage plays, musical performances, comedy routines and dance are featured at venues including the Delray Beach Playhouse and the Arts Garage. The Pineapple Grove arts district, just north of Atlantic Avenue, enjoyed major expansion in 2009 and became a cultural mecca for more than 20 art galleries filled with oil paintings, sculpture, vintage poster art and Native American works.

The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum chronicles Delray Beach’s history, while other museums offer a wealth of cultural experiences including the Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens, Sandoway House Nature Center and the Puppetry Arts Center of the Palm Beaches.

Delray Beach also boasts two miles of some of the most beautiful beaches in South Florida and there are ample opportunities to enjoy a myriad of outdoor sports, including tennis, golf, water sports and boating. The City’s healthy business climate thrives on hospitality, and retail, but also includes finance, healthcare and other private-industry fields.

Home to 60,000 residents, Delray Beach is located between Palm Beach and West Palm Beach to the north and Boca Raton to the south and is a prime location for families, singles and homeowners of all ages. GL Homes recognized all that Delray Beach had to offer and established two of its trendiest communities in one of “America’s most sociable cities.” Seven Bridges in Delray Beach Florida is a luxury community that offers four stunning collections of single-family estate residences, most with a spectacular water view, priced from the $670,000s to $2 million. Tuscany in Delray Beach, uniquely designed for families of all sizes, features gorgeous single-family residences priced from $365,900.

Location still is the most single important factor when considering where to live and whether you’re a wine tasting aficionado or into extreme sports, the friendly City of Delray Beach welcomes you home.

Waterfront Dining in Naples

Waterfront Dining in Naples

Waterfront Dining is the ultimate experience in Naples.  You can enjoy dinner and drinks while overlooking the Beach, Gulf of Mexico, Naples Bay, or even the waterways from Bonita Springs to Marco Island. You can also choose from casual dining whilst sticking your toes in the sand, to fine dining with exquisite dining rooms and top of the line cuisine. In this Blog, you will find the top five waterfront restaurants that will give you the quintessential understanding of dining with an open water ambiance.

1.      Rated #1 for Naples classiest waterfront restaurants is none other than M Waterfront Grille. This location is part of the Village at Venetian Bay Complex right on Naples Bay. Simply decorated, this restaurant maintains its elegance with the breathtaking picturesque views of the bay area.  With staggered floor levels, everyone has a chance to see the passing boats while enjoying Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner. All meals feature organic products or produce with a variety of options; artesian pastas, fine meats, local and imported seafood’s. If you’re interested in the best surf and turf, this is the place for you!

2.      Looking for a spectacular Seafood Restaurant? Bay House Restaurant is where the hottest seafood experience is at.  Overlooking the serene Cocohatchee Bay, this restaurants is regarded by locals the best seafood restaurant in town.  With decorations of wooden boats on the ceiling, you can enjoy bistro styled seafood, chicken or steak dishes.  And along, with amazing bay views and delectable food, you can also enjoy the live entertainment Wednesdays through Saturdays! Private rooms are also available to rent, just in case you decide to have your next birthday party there!

3.      Interested in Downtown Waterfront Dining? Tin City is a trendy shopping center that offers a casual waterfront dining experience with a Riverwalk overlooking the Gordon River.  This nautical themed restaurant sits on top of a dock on the water.  The menu is where it gets exciting. Meals take on a Southwest Florida flare with touch of New Orleans for that special uniqueness. Menu features that of a traditional fish house, fried oysters or fish and chips, Jambalaya, and Tequila Lime Grilled Chicken.

4.      One of Naples’ newest foodie spots is Meredays Fine Dining.  With its fashionista sleek style, you’ll truly be amazed at how their dishes have a designer look to it.  Food is fashioned after the traditional Southwest Florida delicacies, and every meal has a designer wine to match. Keep in mind there is a minimum of two course and desert, but the payoff is the detailed preparation.  Some of these stylish meals include; seared scallops with baby carrots and parsnip puree, grilled South African Prawns with thai curry and coconut milk, and butter poached grouper with lobster risotto

5.      Last but surely not least, is Coconut Jacks. Here you can enjoy al fresco dining and more tropically themed chill spot with island drinks to match every meal.  Some of their famous dishes include; mahi tacos, lobster ravioli, honey-glazed salmon, porterhouse steak, and any shellfish you can dream of.

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