FOOD + DRINK
Palm Beach Plates: Sushi by Bou
400 Ave of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
From the Sea of Japan to the Mediterranean Sea, within a short drive.
By Cristyle Egitto
Sushi by Bou
400 Ave of the Champions,
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Omakase lovers rejoice. Sushi by Bou has found its Palm Beach County home at PGA National Resort and Spa. This timed, one-hour omakase experience is a luxurious way to dine, seated at the chef’s counter, watching each piece come to life. In the true fashion of omakase, meaning “I leave it up to you” or “I trust you, chef,” the menu is prefixed and discovered in real-time. Diners can upgrade to the “Bougie” experience to extend their stay and increase the number of pieces.
Guests enter a transportive sweetheart lounge to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail while the chefs prepare for an open sushi bar performance. Their craft cocktails include the Shiso Southsider, Roku Martini, Ginger Highball, among others while there is also a selection of sakes to choose from. Fashioned after a Gatsby-era speakeasy, the vibe is sultry with rich tones, crystal chandeliers and gold elements. The bar takes center stage in the intimate space with communal seating for the entirety of the group.
While the overall atmosphere is guided by fellow diners, the chefs work meticulously while also entertaining their guests with their knife skills, torches, and presentation. Expect an energetic and engaging evening with plenty of laughs and excitement.
While the dinner menu is fluid, the traditional nigiri and sashimi offerings include Hamachi yellowtail, Akami tuna, Ikura salmon roe, Unagi eel, Hotate scallop, and more. A la carte items are also available to build upon the set meal. Due to the dynamics of the dining room and menu, even frequenters can look forward to a unique experience with each visit.
Favorites: Bougie Experience, Mochi Ice Cream
Meet The Foodie
A South Florida native, I was born in Miami and raised in Palm Beach. I attended the University of Florida before moving to Charlotte, NC for a few years. During this time the county boomed with new development popping up. When I returned, I began @EatPalmBeach as a way to rediscover my hometown while supporting local businesses. People gather around food and beverage, so the dining scene was the perfect introduction to new communities, restaurants, and talent. The culinary offerings have exploded over the past decade, but here are a few of my “must sees” when crossing the county line.
