An intoxicating array of spices and bold flavors graces the cuisine at this Indian accented spot in Palm Beach Gardens (pronounced like the chef internship, not the theatrical platform). Chef Pushkar Marathe turns out memorable small plates including crispy plantain chaat iced with sweet yogurt and studded with pomegranate seeds; sunchokes with peanuts, ginger, coconut and cilantro, shrimp and kingfish fried Rice; and pork vindaloo. Try one of the accompaniments like tamarind chutney or truffle honey.

Enjoy a guilt-free feast at this sprawling spot in Boca Raton, where food is lower in salt and nothing is fried or cooked in butter.  Start with one of the thin, crispy flatbreads — goat cheese and mushroom is a favorite — or a salad like the Namaste, filled with raw and sprouting produce.  Move on to a grass-fed beef burger with fig-braised onions; mushroom and artichoke paella; or spice-seared tuna on coconut brown rice with black-eyed peas.  Leave room for an array of vegan ice-creams.  Spacious outdoor seating is poolside.  

At the latest restaurant from the Breakers hotel, the emphasis is on comfort food with such classics as butter crumb Dover sole; chicken pot pie, and Beef Wellington.  There is a section for “hand helds’’ like a Cuban sandwich, and salads can be topped with a range of proteins including steak, shrimp, chicken, salmon, and lobster.  Avocado fries with sweet and spicy chili crema are a textural sensation. 

The quintessential Upper East Side bistro has been recreated on Palm Beach island and even its charming owner Jean DeNoyer, along with many of his regular patrons, have made the journey south.  In addition to cushy leather banquettes, frosted glass, and wood paneling, the legendary onion soup dripping with gruyere and provolone; beef and tuna tartares; mussels with curry, coconut and lemongrass; and roast chicken enhanced by tarragon are also now in Palm Beach. Though the island tends to be quiet after 10 p.m., there is often a line for tables here as late as 9:30 p.m. 

A magical fountain-adorned garden setting and a creative menu from uber chef Daniel Boulud are the draws at this restaurant within the Brazilian Court hotel. Spirulina capellini with anchovy, garlic and parsley; celeriac risotto with chestnut, oyster mushroom, and black truffle goat cheese; and venison loin with smoked beetroot and braised red cabbage are among the creative options.  

After opening a wildly popular Sag Harbor version of his Manhattan gathering spot, Philippe Delgrange has unveiled a long-awaited Palm Beach outpost in a via off Worth Avenue. The decor has been lightened up with canary and French blue velvet booths and abstract paintings on the walls. Don’t miss favorites like crab and avocado or Cajun chicken, along with bass en papillote with baby artichokes and white wine; bouillabaisse, and veal citron.  

It’s entertainment from the moment you arrive at this re-creation of the defunct New York gathering spot that has taken over the Colony Hotel’s pool area this season. Swifty’s classics like crab cakes, meat loaf, and chicken hash are back along with carve-worth roasted cauliflower with vadouvan curry and basmati rice; grilled veal chop; and linguini with sunchoke Alfredo and black truffle. 

Rustic Italian fare at this popular spot was always wonderful, but the packed room could be cacophonous.  Now chef Clay Conley, who also owns Buccan, has co-opted a garden space across the street for outdoor dining, so guests can enjoy his wood-fired pizzas, house-made pasta, salmon Livornese, and hacked chicken in more tranquil surroundings. 

Gaze at the ocean and enjoy fresh Mediterranean cuisine at this spot within the Eau resort, which is drawing plenty locals along with hotel guests.  Pizzas include a thin crispy Neapolitan with house-made red sauce and buffalo mozzarella; and white pie with roasted garlic, heirloom tomatoes and ricotta.  Choose between simply grilled local or whole branzino or go for a heartier meal of veal parmesan or a ribeye.  Sides include confit carrots, foraged mushrooms, and roasted potatoes with bruleed taleggio, pancetta and salsa verde. eaupalmbeach.com/dining/temple-orange

Family owned for thirty years, this Boynton institution serves lunch, dinner, happy hour, and Sunday brunch.  Apart from traditional offerings like veal and eggplant parmigiana, and some of the best pasta sauces around, there is a daily fresh catch like halibut stuffed with crabmeat that is worth an order. 

Sip a Majestic Jungle cocktail with bourbon, spiced cherry bitters, and “jungle foam’’ against the backdrop of a living wall full of growing greenery, while enjoying surprisingly healthy choices at this new spot in the Opal Grand hotel.  The ancient grain salad is a mix of power greens, crumbled goat cheese, toasted farro, quinoa, cucumber, dried cranberries, shredded carrots, andancho-dusted pepitas, drizzled with roasted apple and agave vinaigrette; local grouper comes on a bed of cauliflower risotto with arugula and shiitake salad; and seared salmon a la plancha rests on warm grains and sautéed spinach. Carnivores can choose filet mignon with bordelaise, charred asparagus, onion confit, and parmesan whipped potatoes. 

Curt Huegel, who owns New York’s Campagnola and Bill’s Townhouse, is elevating Atlantic Avenue with his first Delray  restaurant. Several cuts of dry-aged steak along with seafood specials like halibut with tri-colored cauliflower, currants capers and pine nuts; or whole roasted fish with herbs, fennel pollen, sumac and grilled lemon, are served up in a sleekly designed room with a great selection of music. 

It’s hard to believe that this cozy intimate spot is just steps away from Delray’s hectic Atlantic Aventure. Char-grilled jumbo artichoke and seared foie gras with cassis reduction are standout starters; Dover Sole deboned table side; roasted duck on mashed sweet potato with asparagus; and coq au vin are great entree choices. Save room for warm bread pudding with caramel sauce or molten chocolate cake.