West Palm Beach marries coastal freshness with Southern-leaning comfort—think shrimp and grits, buttery biscuits, and homey plates in lively rooms.
These five spots deliver that hug-on-a-plate feeling with a Palm Beach County twist.
Hullabaloo
This hip Clematis Street spot serves Italian-accented comfort in a cozy, brick-walled space.
The mac and cheese—creamy with a browned crust—is a star, as are meatball subs on soft rolls and wood-fired pizzas with chewy, blistered crusts.
Short rib dishes land rich and fork-tender, and the tomato soup with grilled cheese is pure nostalgia.
Craft cocktails and weekend energy make it a go-to for casual date nights.
Grandview Public Market
For choose-your-own-comfort, Grandview’s food hall is a neighborhood staple.
Warm bowls of ramen, fried chicken sandwiches with crunchy slaw, gooey grilled cheeses, and empanadas fresh from the press give you a greatest-hits lineup under one roof.
It’s a perfect group solution: everyone gets their favorite, then meet up for soft-serve or a cookie the size of your palm.
The airy, communal setting adds to the feel-good vibe.
Howley’s Restaurant
A retro diner with real-deal charm, Howley’s plates comfort without pretense.
Corned beef hash is crisp and savory, pancakes are fluffy and generously buttered, and the turkey dinner with mashed potatoes and gravy tastes straight from a Sunday table.
The patty melt, griddled just right, might be the best in town. It’s open late, friendly, and timeless—the definition of reliable comfort.
Darbster
Plant-based comfort gets its due at Darbster, where the focus is soulful, familiar dishes done in a vegan-friendly way.
The mac n’ cheeze is creamy and craveable, the “chicken” fingers are crisp with a satisfying bite, and the mushroom-based burgers are savory and filling.
Weekend brunch—biscuits and gravy, breakfast bowls, and pancakes—delivers all the cozy, minus the heaviness.
The canal-side patio adds breezy Florida calm.
Aioli
A neighborhood favorite for sandwiches and baked goods, Aioli leans homey and handcrafted.
Warm roast chicken sandwiches with melty provolone, tomato soup with a cheesy pull-apart, and breakfast burritos stuffed with eggs and potatoes are the stars.
The bakery case—cookies, brownies, and seasonal pies—feels like a hug with every bite. Grab-and-go or linger over coffee; either way, it’s comfort well done.
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