Best Overall Restaurant
Jupiter Area
Locals and visitors alike have been willing to wait for a table at this no-reservations spot for more than 20 years. It’s just that good. 103 U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; 561.741.3626
Treasure Coast
The Gafford, 47 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart; 772.221.9517
Runners-Up
District Table & Bar, Stuart
Kyle G’s Prime Seafood & Steaks, Hutchinson Island
Best Brunch
Treasure Coast
People do love a good brunch! And CoLab’s popularity might have something to do with Chef Jason Stocks’ fresh and tasty fare made with local ingredients, including some sourced from its own CoLab Farms in Indiantown. 100 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Stuart; 772.872.624
Jupiter Area
Lynora’s, 1548 U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; 561.203.2702
Runners-Up
Osceola Street Café, Stuart
La Grande Martier, Stuart
Best Tacos
Treasure Coast
Taco Tuesday is definitely a thing—and locals flock here for gourmet tacos with a twist. 555 S. Colorado Ave. Suite 102, Stuart; 772.288.9696
Jupiter Area
PapiChulo, 1556 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; 561.250.7274
Runners-Up
Calaveras Cantina, Jupiter
Casa Tequila, Stuart
Best Seafood
Treasure Coast
This waterfront hotspot with Hollywood movie star roots has long been a local favorite with its fresh catches and incredible views. 1401 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach; 772.781.5136
Jupiter Area
Food Shack, 103 U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; 561.741.3626
Runners-Up
Hog Snappers, Tequesta
Kyle G’s Prime Seafood & Steaks, Hutchinson Island
Best Steak House
Treasure Coast
Kyle Greene’s Oak & Ember is a cut above the rest when it comes to great steak and stellar service. 301 S. Colorado Ave., Stuart; 772.144.6299; (also in Port St. Lucie)
Jupiter Area
Lewis Steakhouse, 6390 W. Indiantown Road, Jupiter; 561.277.9188
Runners-Up
The Jupiter Grill, Jupiter
Peter’s Steakhouse, Jensen Beach
Best Italian
Jupiter Area
Lynora’s serves up classic Italian dishes in their four restaurants, from Boca Raton to Jupiter. “Meatball Monday” is a must! 1548 U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; 561.203.2702
Treasure Coast
Ristorante Claretta, 1315 SW Martin Hwy., Palm City; 772.219.9940
Runners-Up
Evo Italian, Tequesta
Luna, Stuart
Best Acai Bowls
Treasure Coast
The food truck run by local Zach Bucolo is a gem. 650 NE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; 772.905.7503
Jupiter Area
3 Natives, 4601 Military Trail, Jupiter; 561.328.8361
Runners-Up
Pura Vida, Jupiter
Fruits & Roots, Stuart
Best Brewery
Jupiter Area
A wide variety of craft beers on tap, friendly regulars, and live music. What’s not to love?287 U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta; 561.745.5000
Treasure Coast
Frazier Creek Brewing & Distilling, 973 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; 772.672.7882
Runners-Up
Ocean Republic Brewing, Stuart
Civil Society Brewing, Jupiter
Best Tiki Bar
Jupiter Area
Tiki bars are a dime a dozen in South Florida, but Square Grouper is an OG that still reigns supreme more than 20 years after opening. 1111 Love St., Jupiter; 561.406.6417
Treasure Coast
Terra Fermata, 26 SE 6th St., Stuart; 772.286.5252
Runners-Up
Tiki 52, Tequesta
Guanabanas, Jupiter
Best Cocktails
Jupiter Area
Not sure what’s prettier, the space itself or the cocktails, but happy hour here is truly an experience. 1511 N. Old Dixie Hwy., Jupiter; 561.589.7505
Treasure Coast
Palm City Social, 3162 SW Martin Downs Blvd., Palm City; 772.254.4247
Runners-Up
The Gafford, 47 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart; 772.221.9517
Topside at the Beacon, Jupiter
Best Wine Bar
Treasure Coast
The ever-evolving list of specialty wines from across the country and around the world pairs wonderfully with the delicious brick oven pizza. 2311 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; 772.286.0877
Jupiter Area
Cooper’s Hawk, 3101 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; 561.209.8466
Runners-Up
The Vine Post, Juno Beach
The Vine & Barley, Port St. Lucie
Best Coffee Shop
Treasure Coast
Rise and shine and enjoy a latte, tea, or smoothie with a side of the St. Lucie River. 615 SW Anchorage Way, Stuart; 772.214.1522
Jupiter Area
107 Front St., Jupiter; 561.320.6005
Runners-Up
Perk Coffee House, Tequesta
The Lokomotive, Jupiter
Best Resort Dining
Treasure Coast
Drift Kitchen + Bar at Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa
When it comes to resort dining on the Treasure Coast, this oceanfront oasis does it best. From sunup to sundown, Drift serves scrumptious breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 3793 NE Ocean Blvd., Jensen Beach; 772.334.1950
Jupiter Area
Latitudes at Jupiter Beach Resort, 5 N. Hwy. A1A, Jupiter
Runners-Up
The Butcher’s Club at PGA National Resort, Palm Beach Gardens
Honeybelle at PGA National Resort, Palm Beach Gardens
Editor’s Mention: Sub Love
Floridians are known to boast about the “Pub sub,” those tasty heroes sold at Publix supermarkets across the state. But locally, in this editor’s opinion, there’s no better place for a deli sandwich than The Connection. The Jupiter establishment has been serving up delicious subs and hot sandwiches on Center Street for 50 years, plus a variety of salads and daily soups. It’s always so nice to see the smiling faces of all the ladies (shout out to Denise, Heather, and Milly!) and owner Charlie behind the counter. Happy 50th anniversary, Connection! —Michelle Lee Ribeiro
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