From world-class drinks and dining, unparalleled outdoor adventures and luxury lodging and hotels, here is the best of Delray Beach.
Le Colonial
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601 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach / delraybeach.lecolonial.com
Heating the area’s culinary scene with this opening, the 7,000-square-foot palm front-lined restaurant and lounge features intimate yet effortless interior details to match its mouthwatering menu. Delray Beach diners will dazzle tastebuds with the restaurant’s mouthwatering menu items with a local twist. Crispy South Florida yellowtail snapper, Canh Chua Crudo, Bo Luc Lac and Tom Chay Toi thrill culinary senses with each taste. Wash down an abundance of flavors with French and Vietnamese influences in its signature cocktails, fresh mocktails and 160 wine labels. The lychee martini, smoked old-fashioned and Vietnamese mojito provide the ultimate buzz while exploring flavors. New to the menu is lunch, allowing Delray Beach diners to savor the moment at this hotspot.
Akira Back Delray
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233 NE Second Ave., Delray Beach / website
Born in Seoul and raised in Aspen, chef Akira Back has made an international name for himself with restaurants located in Asia, Las Vegas, Toronto, Dallas and now Delray Beach. His first Florida namesake restaurant Akira Back Delray draws on inspiration from his Korean heritage and travels around the globe. Expect a menu that blends modern Japanese cuisine with authentic Korean flavors and new locally sourced dishes unique to the South Florida location.
Delray Beach Market
33 SE Third Ave., Delray Beach / website
Menin’s twist on a fancy food hall, Delray Beach Market is an experience. The 150,000-square foot space houses a range of vendors that can satisfy any craving for breakfast, lunch or dinner. At the entrance, a concierge will direct you to sausages and hoppy IPAs at Delray Craft, salads and bowls at Freshop, pollos a la brasa from La Casona Peruvian Cuisine, chocolate chip sea salt cookies from Lovelee Bakeshop and so much more.
The Ray Hotel Delray Beach
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233 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach / website
One glance at The Ray’s exterior and its wildly evident this is no ordinary stay. Spearheaded by Menin Development, the Delray Beach space evokes a coastal hometown charm alongside unique and luxurious offerings. “We wanted to create a boutique hotel experience that maintained the history and charm that so many people have come to know the area for,” says CEO Craig Menin. “We truly care about the development of Delray Beach, and who better to create new ways to feed South Florida’s growth while maintaining the local character than a company that has long-standing roots in the community?” Plus, as a member of the Curio Collection by Hilton, The Ray ensures distinctive yet authentic stays complete with riveting local discoveries.
The Seagate Hotel & Spa
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1000 E. Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach / website
This Delray Beach gem features a private beach, championship golf course, full-service and three swimming pools. With 154 accommodations, the resort is ideal for both romantic getaways and family vacations. Guests can enjoy diverse dining options, from Beach Club Dining and the Etc. Café to the new Bourbon Steak, which is set to open in late 2024.
Opal Grand Resort
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10 N Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach / website
The Opal Grand Resort, a luxe oceanfront stay, is the ultimate staycation for all Palm Beach residents. The resort offers newly renovated coastal guest rooms, suites and villas. As for what to do? Dine at the Monkey Bar, Drift or the Cascades Pool Grill, book an appointment at the spa, or hit the waves with your own private surfing lesson. The possibilities are endless!
The Seagate Hotel & Spa
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1000 E Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach / website
The spa at The Seagate is the ultimate sanctuary with a range of massage, skincare and body treatment options. Guests enjoy all-day access to the hotel pool, whirlpool, pool bar, fitness center, tranquility room and steam room. The 8,000-square-foot spa specializes in treatments like hydrafacials, aromatherapy ocean salt scrubs, therapeutic massages and more. The best part yet? The spa offers body treatments from ESPA and DOCTOR BABOR luxury skincare.
Bella Reina Spa and Beauty
815 George Bush Blvd, Delray Beach / website
Facials, waxing, massages, oh my! This Delray Beach staple has all of your spa needs covered with a multitude of services to choose from. Choose from refreshing treatments like dermaplanning, medical grade facials and body waxing to events services like wedding and bridal makeup and more.
Atlantic Avenue
This main street of Delray Beach is a Mecca for all things shopping, dining and socializing. Window shop from the town’s best antique shops, galleries, clothing boutiques, jewelry stores and so much more.
Rosewater Rooftop
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233 NE Second Ave., Delray Beach / website
Delray Beach’s hottest place to see and be seen, Rosewater Rooftop is a 22,000-square-foot alfresco lounge with sweeping views above bustling Second Avenue. Nosh on Bang Bang shrimp and sip on cocktails like the Kiss in the Rain made with Grey Goose Essence’s strawberry and lemon grass, honey syrup, lemon juice and Fever Tree sparkling pink grapefruit.
Warren
15084 Lyons Road, Delray Beach / website
Seeking a dining experience full of mouthwatering meals, elegant drinks and, most importantly, some damn good hospitality? Then Warren, the newest whiskey bar to hit Delray Beach, is just the ticket. Following its summer opening, Warren has taken taste buds by storm with its exclusive food and beverage offerings. Marry its signature Carrara wagyu fillet with one of the restaurant’s Damn Good Barrel picks and be wowed at the flavor combination of this whiskey and cuisine pairing.
SALTWATER BREWERY
1701 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach / website
SaltWater Brewery gives back to the natural landscape it is named after! The local production microbrewery contributes to ocean-based charities like Surfrider, Ocean Foundation and MOTE Marine Labs. The brewery is revolutionizing the packaging industry, too; it uses “Eco Six Pack Rings” that replace the traditional, environmentally damaging plastic rings. SaltWater Brewery prides itself on using natural ingredients for its countless cider styles. The exciting tasting room — the Reef Room — events include bingo and painting.
DELRAY YACHT CRUISES
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801 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach / website
Escape for the day as you and your partner set sail for a fun and breezy Delray yacht cruise. What better way to spend your romantic date than on the calm waters of the Intracoastal while being treated to a narrated tour of some of the area’s most elegant mansions? While aboard the Lady Atlantic or Lady Delray, couples will also get a peek at local marine life, learn about the area’s history and more.
DOWNTOWN DELRAY BEACH CRAFT FESTIVAL
330 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach / website
The Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival is held every September in the heart of downtown Delray Beach. The American Craft Endeavors showcases beautiful works of art across the city.
Photography by: Photo by Madib-Zikri/Courtesy of Unsplash
