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Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & Grill, Palm Beach Shores, FL

Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & Grill

4.5 (414)
$31 to $50
American
142 Lake Dr, Palm Beach Shores, FL 33404-5722

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Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & Grill

4.5
$31 to $50
American
Singer Island

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighborhood gem
Originally built in 1956, The Buccaneer Marina and Resort has been an icon in Palm Beach Shores and has been called home by many local legends, including Ernest Hemingway.

As the marina and resort restoration nears completion, we are proud to announce the opening of our new restaurant, the Buccaneer Waterfront Grill, with Chef Paul Niedermann at the helm.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    PAUL NIEDERMANN
  • Neighborhood
    Singer Island
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 414 people are saying

Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • West Palm Beach North

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & Grill impresses with "incredible food" and "awesome views." Guests love the "beautiful setting" and "impeccable service." Highlights include "fabulous dinner and cocktails," "great brunch spot," and "outstanding" lamb chops and grouper. While some experienced inconsistency, the venue's charm and potential shine through.
414 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful and great value! Wish the fruit pebble bread pudding would have been available though!

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  2. karen Gold

    New York City3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My friend ordered lamb chops. She has an onion allergy. She asked if it was made with onions. Waitress said no. Dish had onions so she wiped of lamb chops. Waitress didn’t offer anything else with the lamb I ordered short rib. So dry I couldn’t finish it

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  3. Javid Gold

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great food. Beth was amazing. I had the lamb lollipops and glazed salmon. would return.

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  4. Randy

    Charleston63 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and the service were excellent. We went 2 nights on our week vacation. Loved it.
    Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & GrillResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Randy, Thank you so much for joining us — and for visiting twice during your vacation. That means a lot to our team. We’re thrilled to hear you loved the food, service, and atmosphere, and we look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip. Cheers, The Buccaneer Crew

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  5. frank

    West Palm Beach1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 6, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Eh Probably won’t go back Great location, food nothing special Not inexpensive Great location and friendly staff saved it!

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  6. Diana

    Cincinnati1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 6, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We were visiting from out of town and made a reservation as we were passing through. We chose the location due to the ability to sit outside on the water. When we arrived, the hostess was very condescending and informed us there was no room to sit outside unless we wanted to wait 2 hours. We were then seated inside with the other families with children. As the evening progressed, there were tables outside that sat empty the whole evening. Our waiter and food pacing was very slow. Our family was excited to try a local florida restaraunt and was very disappointed by the whole evening.

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  7. Holly Gold

    West Palm Beach11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 5, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We Love this place but last night was not entirely up to the usual. The music was way too much, the guitarist was talented but it was same tune over and over again . How much single guitar can you listen to. Last year they had much better entertainment. Our server was very good but needed to be told we wanted our appetizer salad before our meal not with it. The usually delicious fish sandwich was dry and overcooked. Er will definitely keep going but I hope this is not the new norm.
    Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & GrillResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Holly, Thank you for your continued support — it truly means a great deal to us. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the service and atmosphere, and we appreciate you sharing your thoughts. Our entertainment has transitioned to solo background performers to create a more relaxed, conversation‑friendly dining experience. We understand this is a shift from the fuller music offered in the past, and we’re continuing to refine it with guest feedback in mind. If anything ever feels off during a visit, we’re always happy to have a manager step in so we can make things right in the moment. We look forward to welcoming you back and ensuring your next experience is exceptional. Warm regards, The Buccaneer Team

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  8. Greg

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was excellent. Our waiter Brenden did a great job. Eating outside overlooking the marina was awesome.
    Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & GrillResponded on June 4, 2026
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and the marina views. Brenden will be very happy to hear your kind words — and the whole team truly appreciates the shout‑out. We’re glad your experience was a great one and hope to welcome you back again soon. Cheers, The Buccaneer Crew

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  9. Joe

    San Francisco10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our vacation group of seven visited Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & Grill last night for dinner. We all had an amazing time and thoroughly enjoyed our meals. We started with shrimp cocktail and East Coast oysters. The oysters were especially tasty with the mignonette. For dinner we ordered short ribs, grouper, flounder and snapper, which were all exceptionally well-prepared. And for dessert, a slice of tart Key Lime pie with a mango puree. We all agreed it was a wonderful experience and would definitely return for our next visit to Palm Beach Shores.
    Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & GrillResponded on June 3, 2026
    Joe, thank you so much for joining us at Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & Grill — and for sharing such a thoughtful review. We’re thrilled to hear your group of seven had an amazing evening with us. From the oysters and shrimp cocktail to the short ribs, fresh local fish, and that Key Lime pie, it sounds like you enjoyed a true taste of what we love to serve. Our team will be delighted to hear your kind words. We can’t wait to welcome you back on your next visit to Palm Beach Shores. Cheers, The Buccaneer Crew

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  10. Joseph

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Prices are very reasonable. We will be back.
    Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & GrillResponded on June 3, 2026
    Joseph, thank you for the wonderful review and for spending your evening with us at Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & Grill. We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere — and we truly appreciate your kind words about our value as well. We love being considered a neighborhood gem and a spot for romantic nights, business meals, and special occasions. Hearing that you’d recommend us means a lot. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Cheers, The Buccaneer Crew

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    PAUL NIEDERMANN
  • Neighborhood
    Singer Island
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & Grill is a strong date-night choice, especially for sunset dinners. Guests rave about the waterfront views, rooftop "Top of the Yacht" bar, live music, craft cocktails, and thoughtful dishes (crab cake, lamb lollipops, pizzas). Note: the indoor dining room can be loud on busy nights with live music, so request outdoor or rooftop seating when making reservations for a quieter, romantic experience.

Warm, nautical, and energetic, the Buccaneer blends classic waterfront charm with a lively, modern vibe. Guests praise the marina views, sunsets, live music, and renovated décor. Expect a casual-dress, social atmosphere: relaxed outdoors at sunset, upbeat and louder inside with live entertainment. Overall it’s scenic and fun, especially for groups, cocktails, and sunset dining.

Yes, guests report the staff is accommodating with seating and dietary needs when contacted in advance. Several guests note the team handled gluten-free and lactose-intolerant requests and managers often assist with special occasions. For specific requests (seating, dietary restrictions, celebrations), call the restaurant ahead so the team can confirm availability and best arrangements.

Generally yes, families and children dine here and guests often celebrate birthdays with kids. Outdoor patio seating is the most kid-friendly option; several guests say the restaurant is "surprisingly good for kids" if seated outside. Note the indoor dining room can be loud and less suitable for very young children who need quieter spaces.

Sunset is the standout time, guests repeatedly recommend arriving around sunset for unbeatable waterfront views and the rooftop vibe. For a quieter experience, choose a weekday early dinner (Tuesday–Wednesday) or an earlier seating; weekends and live-music nights are livelier and busier. Brunch is available Sat–Sun if you prefer daytime dining.

It depends on your goal: for sunset cocktails and lively atmosphere, go Friday–Sunday evenings. For a quieter meal and more relaxed conversation, choose a weekday (Tuesday–Wednesday) early dinner. Brunch is best on Saturday or Sunday if you prefer daytime waterfront dining.

Yes, guests frequently describe dog-friendly features: a dog menu, a dog area to run, and many patrons dining with dogs, particularly in outdoor spaces. If you plan to bring a dog, call ahead to confirm current policies and best seating (outdoor areas are most common for pets).

Yes, families do dine here and the outdoor patio and rooftop areas are especially family-friendly. Guests often bring kids and celebrate birthdays; however, the main indoor dining room can be quite loud, so families with young children may prefer outdoor seating. If accessibility is a concern, call ahead to confirm table placement and any specific needs.

Yes, Buccaneer has a popular waterfront outdoor patio/terrace and an upper-level rooftop bar. Guests repeatedly recommend eating outside for the sunset views and calmer ambiance (indoor dining is often louder). Outdoor seating is a major draw, especially at sunset.

Portions tend to be moderate and sometimes described as small for the price, pizzas and shareable small plates are generous crowd-pleasers, while some entrees (fish and some mains) drew mixed comments about size. Guests frequently praise flavor and presentation but a few noted they’d add an appetizer or side for a fuller meal, so consider sharing small plates or ordering an app with your entrée.

The restaurant offers several distinct areas: an indoor dining room, a lively bar, a waterfront outdoor patio/terrace, and an upper-level rooftop bar often called the "Top of the Yacht." Guests also reference a terrace/moon room and upstairs deck, all providing different vibes (quieter outdoor sunset dining vs. energetic indoor bar with live music).

Casual dress is the stated dress code, guests typically wear relaxed, smart-casual attire suitable for waterfront dining and sunset cocktails. Think neat, comfortable clothing rather than formalwear.

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Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & Grill

4.5
$31 to $50
American
Singer Island

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
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