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Garlic Shrimp
Succulent shrimp in a lemony butter garlic sauce, served sizzling in a cast iron skillet $14.
Palm Valley Outdoors Bar & Grill Article by Monica Stouder Photos by Monica Lea Imagery: MonicaLea.com
the facts When: Tuesday Evening Price: $6 to $35 Contact: (904) 834-7504
A fresh fare fork stop, Palm Valley Outdoors Bar & Grill, is opening its doors on May 1. This historic Palm Valley spot since 1946 has given its fishing and food concept a fabulous facelift. And no fancy, schmancy pretenses here you can get a gorgeous gourmet bite (and brew) in flip flops! Located under the 210 Bridge, PVOBG has the unassuming façade of a bait and tackle store – but step to the back of the building and experience some amazing eats from one incredible kitchen brigade! Chef prepared dishes drizzled with tarragon cream sauces, risotto made with real Monchego cheese, and deliciously detailed side dishes made with house spices make this new spot completely spoonable in my book!
For an additional treat, get there at dusk for one spectacular sunset water view.
Give PVOBG some leeway for potential growing pains on their first day out as I feel they will be inundated with cuisine-curious customers. But make sure you give this outstanding spot a try, take in the view, and brandish the flip flops with pride; or just kick back with a beer and watch the boats sail by. It doesn’t matter if you eat or imbibe at PVOBG just Local ownership is onsite, service is friendly, make sure you head under the 210 bridge for your and there is plenty of seating indoors and out. next amazing bite!
BUZZworthy Note: Happy Hour is every day from 4 to 7 p.m. Half off appetizers are one day a week and live music on designated days. Food ‘To Go’ hours are Thursday – Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. PVOBG also has water activities to dive into! This great one-stop shop for a fun-filled day has a boat ramp, guided fishing and eco tours for adults and children, kayak and stand up paddleboard rentals, and periodic fishing seminars.
menu sample
Crab Cakes
Bold flavors in this duo of delicious in this crustaceanpacked bite served with a cilantro aioli only $9.
Filet Oscar
2 filets placed on a pillow of Yukon Gold mash drizzled with a tarragon béarnaise cream and topped with lumped crab. Served with brandy-blistered beans and cherry tomato for $32.
Cookies and Cream
2 large soft-baked cookies cradle a scoop of ice cream served with brandied bananas and a macerated berry compote only $7.
MAY 2016 • iwantaBUZZ.com
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