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We’re kicking off the year with a slew of great new openings from West Palm Beach all the way south to Fort Lauderdale. Check them out. 

SeaHawk Prime by David Burke

This is chef Burke’s first restaurant in Florida, and he’s bringing his take on a modern American steakhouse to our coastline. 

220 Lake Shore Dr., Lake Park; 561/217-7463; seahawkprimebydb.com

Charm City Burger Co. 

Charm City Burger Co.

The Broward County burger joint opened its first Palm Beach outpost and is flipping its famous burgers for loyal fans and new visitors. 

201 NW 1stAve., Boca Raton; 561/9282476; charmcityburgerco.com

Tropical Smokehouse

Trinity platter from Tropical Smokehouse (Courtesy)

James Beard-nominated chef Rick Mace has finally arrived in Delray with his unique take on barbecue.

524 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 561/408-1572; eattropical.com

Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill

Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill, photo by Brand Aid Creative Group

The Connecticut-based chain that celebrates Santa Fe cuisine has opened its third outpost in Delray. 

105 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 561/819-4144; geronimobarandgrill.com

Emelina

Coconut pre-dessert from Emelina, photo by James Jackson Photography

When chef Osmel González and chef Camila Salazar closed their Michelin-lauded Miami restaurant, EntreNos, we waited to see what was next. They’ve ventured north and teamed up with APM Restaurant Group to reimagine Cuban cuisine at this 16-seat chef-tasting restaurant. 

424 Park Place, West Palm Beach; emelinawpb.com

Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel

Fair Ketch at The Omni, photo by David I. Muir

The convention center’s multimillion-dollar renovation debuted the Omni and its seven dining concepts, including a lively sports bar, swanky lobby bar, poolside bar and restaurant, and a 29th-floor rooftop lounge. 

1850 SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale; 754/224-3700; omnihotels.com

Tutto Mare 

This is The Royal Poinciana Plaza’s newest concept. The waterfront Italian restaurant is turning heads on Palm Beach Island. 

70 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach 561/855-0021; tuttoilgiorno.com

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Christie Galeano-DeMott

Author Christie Galeano-DeMott

Christie is a food lover and travel fanatic who believes there's always room for dessert. When she’s not writing about the plates and people who capture South Florida's soul, Christie is irresistibly happy in the company of her husband, their two dogs and a glass of red wine.

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