Travel by Tastebud at Eight Local Restaurants

Asia

South Korea

Seoul Garden, Fort Pierce

Korean meals come with extras—and that’s where banchan comes in. The small side dishes—from kimchi and pickled vegetables to bean sprouts and radish—arrive before entrées like bulgogi, galbi short ribs, and bi bim bap layered with rice, vegetables, meat, and egg. Don’t leave without grabbing house-made kimchi to go; this Fort Pierce favorite sells it by the container for a taste of South Korea at home. 

Vietnam

Pho & Rolls, Jupiter

Vietnam’s national dish may be pho, but there’s more to the story here than just savory soup. Tucked into an unassuming Jupiter strip mall, this bustling spot serves steaming bowls of long-simmered pho, crisp spring rolls, bánh mì sandwiches, vermicelli bowls, and Vietnamese coffee strong enough to stop you in your tracks. Owner Phillip Cao spent years running a restaurant in southern Vietnam before bringing the country’s iconic flavors stateside, giving the menu a deeply personal connection to his homeland. 

Europe

Germany

Schnitzel Haus Restaurant & Bar, Hobe Sound

Raise a glass and trade your passport for a pint at this spot where German comfort food takes center stage. The menu features crispy schnitzels, sauerbraten, bratwurst, spaetzle, potato pancakes, and red cabbage alongside imported draughts and a beer garden atmosphere that feels like it’s been lifted straight from a Bavarian village. It’s old-world Germany by way of Martin County—lederhosen optional.

France

Café des Artistes, Jupiter

French cuisine shines brightest in its comfort dishes. Think boeuf bourguignon slow-braised in red wine, bubbling French onion soup, escargots swimming in garlic butter, steak frites, and moules marinières (mussels steamed with white wine, shallots, and herbs). Inside, a chic Parisian-style bar sets the mood, while bistro tables outside overlook the water. Pair it all with a glass of Bordeaux, and suddenly Jupiter feels a little more Parisian.

Central and South America

Guatemala

Esquina Guatemala, Jupiter

Sure, the tacos here are to die for. But Guatemala’s flavors deserve a deeper dive, and this Jupiter spot has the menu to do it. Order the pepián de pollo, Guatemala’s national dish—a comforting stew of chicken simmered with roasted tomatoes, peppers, spices, and toasted seeds—or try chuchitos, the country’s firmer cousin to tamales. The menu also leans into Guatemalan street food with shucos (loaded hot dogs) and family-style grill platters that showcase the country’s hearty, home-cooked side. Central America never tasted so close to home. 

Peru

Aji Peru, Stuart

Peru’s cuisine is often called one of the world’s great fusion foods, blending Indigenous, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, and African influences into one vibrant culinary identity. Start with ceviche, Peru’s signature dish of citrus-cured seafood, then move to lomo saltado—the beloved beef stir-fry inspired by the country’s Chinese chifa roots—or creamy ají de gallina. Add an Inca Kola, and you’ve got a crash course in one of South America’s most celebrated food scenes.

The Caribbean

Jamaica

Classic Jamaican Jerk Stop, Stuart

Jamaican food is more than jerk seasoning—though you should absolutely order the smoky jerk chicken, grilled with spice blends imported from Jamaica. Dig deeper at this father-son family affair, and you’ll find island staples like ackee and saltfish (Jamaica’s national dish), fall-off-the-bone oxtail, curry goat, and sweet fried plantains served alongside rice and peas. Opened to share Jamaican culture through food, this longtime spot brings a little Kingston flavor to our shores.

Cuba

One Way Café, Juno Beach

Longtime locals may remember this spot as The Crazy Cuban, beloved for its Cubano sandwiches and empanadas. Start there, then branch into café con leche, croquetas, and medianoche sandwiches. The name and ownership have evolved, but the soul of the menu—under the watchful eye of current owner Pete Moschetto—remains.