Love waterfront dining? Don't miss these restaurants in Boynton, Delray Beach and Boca Raton

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

Looking for a side of serenity on the menu at your local restaurant? There's no better way to tap that vibe than enjoying drinks and dining on the water. The sound of waves crashing and the sight of beautiful boats passing by rarely fails to inspire some tranquility. It makes the food taste just a little better and makes you never want to leave.

Fortunately, South Florida is flush with waterfront options. And Palm Beach County has so many, we've had to break out the master list by geography.

If you're living in southern Palm Beach County or looking for a reason to take a drive that way, here are more than a dozen restaurants with waterfront views.

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water

Two Georges Waterfront Grille

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

A boat cruises by Two Georges restaurant the Boynton Harbor Marina.

The water view: Intracoastal Waterway

A Boynton Beach staple for 60 years, Two Georges offers a great taste of Florida's laid-back coastal lifestyle. Dig into their Maryland crab cakes, panko fried ahi tuna bowl, swordfish piccata or any number of fresh seafood dishes, all while sipping a frozen cocktail along the water and have an epiphany awesomeness of South Florida.

Banana Boat

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

The Banana Boat in Boynton Beach offers good food and fun boat watching.

The water view: Intracoastal Waterway at the Boynton Harbor Marina

This family-owned restaurant has anchored Boynton’s Ocean Avenue area since 1978. It's best known for its seafood liked macadamia-crusted yellowtail snapper and their bronzed local mahi, salads and upscale bar food in generous portions. It is also a great spot to enjoy any number of the specialty frozen drinks and cocktails while watching the boats cruise along the Intracoastal.

Prime Catch

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

Prime Catch in Boynton Beach.

The water view: Intracoastal Waterway

Opened in 2004, their fresh fish options, including coconut-crusted halibut, grilled swordfish and miso-glazed salmon, steaks and more, combined with waterfront ambiance keep this restaurant packed. The bar off the outside deck perched on the edge of the waterway is a popular hangout for happy hour and beyond.

A'Lu Mexican Cuisine

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

The new A'Lu Mexican restaurant in Boynton Beach offers a waterfront deck for al fresco dining.

The water view: Quantum Lake

The invention of Richard Charleston and specializing in San Diego-style Mexican cuisine, this Boynton Beach restaurant features an outdoor patio that sits along Quantum Lake. Charleston describes their dishes as "more true to the heart of Mexican cuisine, with more of a street food flare."

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

Delray Beach restaurants with a water view

Boston’s on the Beach

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

Boston's on the Beach sits across the street from the ocean in Delray Beach.

The water view: The Atlantic Ocean, from across the street

This mainstay of Delray Beach has outdoor covered dining that looks out over A1A and the beach on the other side. Though with the dense foliage along the beach, the view isn’t always great, there’s almost always a breeze and the taste of salt in the air. An eclectic menu boasts local, fresh seafood options. 

50 Ocean

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

Take in the Atlantic Ocean view while enjoy a meal at 50 Ocean in Delray Beach.

The water view: The Atlantic Ocean, from across the street

On the second floor above Boston’s, 50 Ocean does offer an unobstructed view of the ocean. Enjoy their upscale, seafood-centric menu while gazing out of the floor to ceiling windows. This commercial stretch along Delray’s oceanfront has maintained its Old Florida flavor.

Pura Vida Miami

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

Pura Vida, a Miami-based chain with several locations in Palm Beach County, packs a menu with many options including acai bowls.

The water view: The Atlantic Ocean

Taking their name from the widely used Spanish phrase "Pure Life" and admonishing people to love and enjoy life, this restaurant features healthy and fun fare like smoothies, acai bowls, salads, all-day breakfast, sandwiches, salads and wraps.

Caffe Luna Rosa

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

Caffe Luna Rosa serves brunch and dinner with beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean.

The water view: The Atlantic Ocean, from across the street

Its well-dressed tables, art, granite and woodwork reminiscent of European cafés contrast nicely with the American restaurants on either side. Known for its homemade pasta and Italian influences, this restaurant is a go-to destination for breakfast and weekend brunch.

Sandbar Delray Beach

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

Sandbar in Delray Beach is both rustic beach bar with warm ocean breezes and happening night club when the sun goes down.

The water view: The Atlantic Ocean, from across the street

Sandbar Delray Beach can party all day and rock n' roll all night as it easily switches from beach bar to nightclub. Its rustic, weathered fixtures and furniture, brightly colored umbrellas and tropical food and drink make it a popular daytime venue. When the sun sets, however, the place transforms with guest DJs performing and VIP bottle service is available.

Deck 84

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

In addition to fabulous food and views of the Intracoastal Waterway, patrons can bring their well-behaved dogs with them.

The water view: Intracoastal Waterway

Consistently ranked as a top TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Restaurant, this local favorite offers picturesque views of the Intracoastal while its menu focuses on fresh local seafood (grouper, snapper, cobia and wahoo) plus prime beef steaks, burgers and salads. On weekends, there’s live music.

Highland Beach

Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort

Boynton Beach restaurants on the water, Two Georges Waterfront Grille, Banana Boat , Prime Catch, A'Lu Mexican Cuisine, Delray Beach restaurants with a water view, Boston’s on the Beach, 50 Ocean, Pura Vida Miami, Caffe Luna Rosa, Sandbar Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort, Boca Raton restaurants, SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina, City Fish Market, Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

Fresh seafood and great views await at Latitudes at Delray Sands Resort in Highland Beach.

The water view: Atlantic Ocean

Featuring several distinctive dining areas, including the Ocean Terrace, the Chef's Seafood Bar and the Wave Pool Bar, Latitudes features fresh coastal cuisine, modern mixology and warm hospitality along the Atlantic Ocean. Come for the delicious food, stay for the killer ocean views.

Boca Raton restaurants

SeaSpray Inlet Grill at the Waterstone Resort & Marina

The water view: Lake Boca Raton and the Boca Raton Inlet

With a menu inspired from coastal classics to create a menu of contemporary dishes, SeaSpray is open for lunch and dinner and features a 100-seat outdoor dining area. An access point for boats traveling between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, it’s the perfect place for yacht-watching.

City Fish Market

The water view: sparkling man-made lake

This airy seafood restaurant features a wide selection of expertly-prepared, fresh fish and seafood, accompanied by a nautical ambiance next to a lake in Boca Raton. The menu includes classics such as fish and chips, their jumbo lump crab cakes and a wide selection of fresh catches that can be prepared to your taste. Happy Hour Sunday through Thursday featuring our signature cocktails and half-priced bottles of wine.

Chloe's Bistro at the Boardwalk at Boca Raton

The water view: The lake at Boardwalk at Boca Raton

This casual eatery prides itself on fresh ingredients and a diverse menu, from Italian to French. The understated ambiance and the reflection of lights on the water are a panacea for stress.

Eddie Ritz is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at [email protected]. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today.

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