Top restaurants guide: Food reviews for Sebastian, Stuart, Vero Beach, Fort Pierce

A Comprehensive Guide to the Best Restaurants on the Treasure Coast

Looking for a great place to eat? The Treasure Coast has an impressive array of dining options, from casual cafes to upscale eateries. Local food reviewers have dined anonymously and shared their experiences, offering insights into some of the top spots across the region. Here's a detailed roundup of the best restaurants categorized by cuisine type.

Best American Food

The Treasure Coast offers several standout American restaurants that cater to different tastes. Citron Bistro in Hobe Sound is known for its grilled salmon, Maine lobster, and almond-crusted swordfish. Downtown Cellars in Fort Pierce features an eclectic menu with over 50 wines by the glass. Nettie's Roadside Restaurant in Vero Beach serves hearty, delicious breakfasts at an affordable price. One Twenty One Bar & Grill in Port St. Lucie offers a hidden gem with dishes like 5-cheese fiocchi pasta and sticky cauliflower. River Deck at Squid Lips in Sebastian gives a tropical waterfront feel, while Salvador Deli in Vero Beach combines a brewery with fresh, elevated food. Sophia’s in Hobe Sound continues to be a new downtown restaurant in a high-turnover location. Spritz City Bistro in Stuart is perfect for meeting friends, especially picky eaters. Two Georges Dockside Grille in Port Salerno offers seafood with live music and boat docking. Willy’s Bar & Grill in Fellsmere serves down-home comfort food and cold beer.

Best Asian Food

Mama Hue Vietnamese Restaurant in Vero Beach is a must-visit for authentic pho, pad Thai, and Vietnamese milk tea. Sachi Sushi Asian Fusion in Stuart offers a diverse menu with sushi, sashimi, and bento boxes.

Best BBQ Restaurants

Lip Lickers BBQ in Sebastian serves slow-smoked meats near the Indian River Lagoon, making it a favorite for barbecue lovers.

Best Breakfast and Lunch Restaurants

Mrs. Mac’s Fillin' Station in Vero Beach is a gas station-like diner known for homemade sticky buns. Nettie's Roadside Restaurant in Vero Beach also provides fast, hearty breakfasts. Sunrise City Cafe in Fort Pierce is popular for breakfast, lunch, and specialty coffees.

Best Brewery and Distillery Food

Salvador Deli in Vero Beach offers fresh, healthy food at a brewery, making it a unique dining experience.

Best French Food

Amuse Bouche Crêpe Café in the area serves sweet or savory crepes for breakfast and lunch, offering an oceanside dining experience.

Best Indian Food

Taj Mahal Masala in Vero Beach is a takeout Indian restaurant that recently added a renovated indoor dining room.

Best Italian Restaurants

Fantini’s Italian Restaurant in Stuart brings New Haven-style apizza to the Treasure Coast. Ristorante Claretta in Palm City offers a fine dining experience with Northern Italian family recipes.

Best Latin Food Restaurants

Café 772 Cantina & Grill in Port St. Lucie fuses Peruvian, Mexican, and other Latin-inspired dishes. The Chicken Place Latin Rotisserie & Cocktail Bar in Port St. Lucie offers a fun dining experience.

Best Lunch Restaurants

Penellie’s Café in Hobe Sound is a 'French bistro' sandwich shop known for elevated flatbreads, hoagies, and salads.

Best Mexican Food Restaurants

Frida’s Cocina & Tequila in Port St. Lucie offers 18 margaritas and delicious food.

Best Seafood Restaurants

Cooper’s Chop House & Seafood in Vero Beach expands to lunch specials with sandwiches and wraps. River Deck at Squid Lips in Sebastian offers a tropical waterfront vibe. Shuckers on the Beach in Jensen Beach is steps from the beach and feels like a vacation. Two Georges Dockside Grille in Port Salerno serves seafood with live music and boat docking.

Best Southern Food

Kinfolks Fried Chicken in Port St. Lucie serves mouthwatering fried chicken with a super-secret seasoned breading.

Best Steakhouse Restaurants

Cooper’s Chop House & Seafood in Vero Beach offers evening steakhouse dining with lunch specials.

Best Tacos

Taco Shack in Stuart offers gourmet tacos like Thai basil chicken, firecracker shrimp, and chorizo.

Best Venezuelan Food

Aji Dulce Cafe Gourmet in Port St. Lucie serves Nutella croissants before a Venezuelan-American lunch.

Best Waterfront Restaurants

Island Beach Bar & Restaurant in Fort Pierce serves pizza, paninis, and plantains. River Deck at Squid Lips in Sebastian offers a tropical waterfront feel. Shuckers on the Beach in Jensen Beach is steps from the beach and feels like a vacation. Two Georges Dockside Grille in Port Salerno serves seafood with live music and boat docking.

Additional Reviews from 2024 and 2023

Several other restaurants were highlighted in reviews from previous years. These include 21st Amendment Distillery in Vero Beach, Bearded Brothers Taphouse & Eatery in Fort Pierce, Blu Ocean Grille in Port St. Lucie, Buffalo Chophouse in Port St. Lucie, Captain’s Galley Restaurant in Fort Pierce, Carsons Tavern in Stuart, Charlie’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill in Stuart, Circa69 American Gastropub in Jensen Beach, DelBar Restaurant in Hobe Sound, Dinner Revolution in Vero Beach, Fin & Flame Grill and Oyster Bar in Palm City, Palm City Social in Palm City, Palm & Ivy Kitchen and Cocktails in Hobe Sound, Riverwalk Café & Oyster Bar in Stuart, Sailfish Brewing Company's Vero Beach Taproom and Kitchen, Sandwich Shack & Grill in Sebastian, Stack Burgers & Bourbon in Stuart, The Nest in Jensen Beach, The Oar Restaurant in Vero Beach, Three Little Birds Café in Stuart, Tuohy’s Downtown in Vero Beach, Waterfront in Stuart, and Zest Kitchen & Bar in Port St. Lucie.

Other notable mentions include Ikura Sushi & Hibachi in Port St. Lucie, Mai Tai Bistro in Vero Beach, Ramen Hana & Wings in Port St. Lucie, Thai Pepper Restaurant in Fort Pierce, Thai Smile Restaurant in Sebastian, Twisted Lime in Vero Beach, Berry Fresh Cafe in Port St. Lucie and Stuart, South Fork Kitchen & Bar in Stuart, Spiro's Taverna in Vero Beach and Olympic Taverna in Palm City, Bolly Twist Taste of Indian in Stuart, Casa Pasta Cucina in Fort Pierce, Giordi's in Stuart, Nonna's in Jensen Beach, Piatto Divino in Stuart, Carsons Tavern in Stuart, Latin Melting Pot in Vero Beach, Merengue Restaurant & Catering in Stuart, Savores Grill House in Port St. Lucie, Flames Mediterranean Bar & Grille in Vero Beach, 3 Bite Tacos in Vero Beach, Clase Azul Mexican Restaurant & Bar in Vero Beach, Del Rio Authentic Mexican Restaurant in Port St. Lucie, Taco Dive in Vero Beach, Fort Pierce, and Port St. Lucie, Dolphin Bar & Shrimp House in Stuart, Joey & Kimmy's Seafood Market & Restaurant in Vero Beach, Meating Street Steak & Seafood in Port St. Lucie, Nana Morrison’s Soul Food in Port St. Lucie, 48 Royal Palm Point in Vero Beach, District Table & Bar in Stuart, Nick's Family Restaurant in Vero Beach, The Chef’s Table in Stuart, Waterfall in Vero Beach, West End Grill in Port St. Lucie, Wind & Waves Grill in Vero Beach, Goma in Port St. Lucie, JaneJira Thai in Vero Beach, Krua Thai in Stuart, Pho Deli in Port St. Lucie, Sumo House in Vero Beach, Zakura Sushi & Thai in Port St. Lucie, Colab Kitchen in Stuart, Chez Frenchie’s Steaks and Seafood in Vero Beach, La Grande Martier in Stuart, That Crepe Place in Port St. Lucie, Schnitzel Haus in Hobe Sound, Sean Ryan Pub in Vero Beach, Baci Trattoria in Vero Beach, Cochón Café in Stuart, Da Vinci’s Italian Grill in Port St. Lucie, Eighteen Seminole Street in Stuart, Manero’s in Palm City, Nonna’s Bistro in Port St. Lucie, Ristorante Corleone in Port St. Lucie, Ruffino’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria in Port St. Lucie, The Grove Cucina & Wine in Hobe Sound, Trattoria Dario in Vero Beach, Vecino’s Family Restaurant in Fort Pierce, Fernando’s Dockside Grille in Port St. Lucie, Old Havana Nights in Stuart, Las Tapatias in Fellsmere, Blackfins Riverfront Grill in Sebastian, Hudson’s On The River in Stuart, Island Pig & Fish in Fort Pierce, King Neptune in Manatee Pocket, Little Jim Bait & Tackle in Fort Pierce, New England Fish Market in Jensen Beach, Skippers Cove Bar & Grill in Fort Pierce, Chill & Grill in Vero Beach, Marsh Landing in Fellsmere, Sacred Grounds Corner Café in Fort Pierce, and Sailor’s Return in Stuart.