What a great find! Was recommended by a friend and quite impressed. The food was excellent as was the service and attention received at the bar. Prices were also very reasonable with good size portions. Would definitely go back.
(4)
Mark L.
Rachel's service was excellent The crab cakes and maple mustard and sweet potato fries and spinach maria were EXCELLENT, as were the crspy basil salmon and baked potato. and quick, no cheap but so worth it.
(5)
Jessie D.
I love this place! The food is awesome, fantastic staff and great atmosphere. Their calamari is always cooked to perfection and the desserts are wonderful. Bimini is pricey, we don't go often. On the weekends, even with reservations you will wait.You may wait a very long, so bring your patience. But when you finally get your table the staff will cater to you. 4 stars for the wait time with reservations.
(4)
Sasi B.
Best Food and Best customer service you can get in Palm Beach County My family and I are always there for special occasion but today we are here for no reasons and Paul one of the Managers that's been here for 13 years now welcomed us with a great smile and small talk. Love this place!!!
(5)
The B.
We have been here 3 times so far. I had gotten the Hogfish once when it was on special. I am so glad I did it was absolutely scrumptious. But normally I get the Chilean Seabass. Its expensive (close to $40) , but we do not come here often and a splurge is necessary once in a while. It melts in your mouth and is somewhat crispy maybe caramelized on the the edges... ohhh it makes my mouth water just typing this review. They have a spinach maria as a side dish. This is a must get, it is like a creamy cheesey spinach side. My husband usually gets a steak that he has barely cooked and he says its good, but I won't even try it. He likes the "cool center" type of doneness. I consider that to be raw and still cold. So I can not attest to his food since I won't eat raw beef. Reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is we had reservations and still had a wait one time, and another time the spinach maria must have sat under the heater for too long and when I pulled it out of the dish it comes in, I was able to pull it straight up for about 18 inches and it all stayed attached and had a rope like texture. I asked for a new one and the new one was perfect.
(4)
Kim F.
This place is top notch. It's just so well run and the food is so fresh that it's no wonder it's almost impossible to get in on a weekend. In season, they have an area outside where you can sit and it's very pleasant and tropical. I had the surf and turf and the lobster was to die for, incredibly well cooked, juicy and tender. The steak was excellent too. They pour a mean martini so be careful, you'll get a little bit plowed!!
(5)
Romm D.
Been coming to this restaurant since I first came in June and so far have not been disappointed. Great atmosphere and Staff are all friendly. I like eating good food and always go for what's recommended by the server. If it's bad, don't expect me to come back. So far, have not been disappointed with any of the food I have ordered. This place has a tropical atmosphere and the best thing is, although the place gets filled up, the tables are well placed to enjoy each other's company.
(5)
Aldo A.
My wife and I always drive by this place so we decided to give it a try. We ordered the hogfish piccata and the shrimp scampi. My wife loved her fish, I tried it and it was seasoned and cooked perfect. My scampi was really good and recommend by the manager. I would totally recommend this place.
(5)
Jen S.
This is a really nice place, a bit pricey but it's well worth it. I had the Hawaiian salmon topped with crab and hobby had the rigatoni chicken, both were excellent. Btw we had spinach artichoke dip and were pleased that they used real spinach in itso good.
(4)
Rachael G.
Food is good, but the service is really good everyone was really nice and the bar guy makes the best drinks
(4)
Nighthawk H.
It wasn't bad. It wasn't great. It was just okay honestly. I'm not sure what all the hype about this place is. The service was good though. I had the Shrimp Scampi and it was good but it didn't blow my mind. It's pretty expensive for food that is just "okay."
(2)
Jesse W.
We were up visiting my sister and stopped in here right before they closed. I hate being those people but we were super hungry. We sat at the bar and Cindy waited on us. Excellent service! We had a bottle of wine and the lump crab appetizer off the gluten free menu. Then we shared the ahi tuna entree and the Mediterranean chicken and shrimp both were DELICIOUS! Which to me is impressive since we were there at the end when the chefs want to got home but the dishes were prepared very well. Left very satisfied and very impressed.
(5)
Katie L.
Delicious meal but what stood out more was AMAZING service. I believe our servers name was Weston and he was perfect from beginning to end. Honestly nowadays I care more about having a wonderful dining experience with great service vs horrible service but fantastic food. We will definitely be coming back here!
(5)
Lisa N.
Very average, ...at best. I feel generous giving two stars. We dine out almost every night, and were very unimpressed with this place. We both agreed it rates a notch above TGI Friday's. The service was less than stellar. Seems like the waiter couldn't be bothered. We asked a question about the food preparation; he returned 5 minutes later without an answer, actually telling us "oh, I couldn't find the chef to ask him." Funny. I ordered a starter salad, with no onions, it arrived 10 minutes later with onions. When I asked another server (couldn't find our waiter) for a replacement without onions, he seemed irritated, but a new salad eventually arrived - after we got out main courses. "Flash fried" macadamia crusted yellow tail snapper - was deep fried. Could have been anything under the "crust." Reminded me of Arthur Treacher's fish and chips. Spinach Maria had an off night. It was dry and tasted just okay. Garlic bread, while served warm, was bland, doughy, and dry. My sea bass was okay/good, ($38.00..., really?) but they should have used some of the pool of butter the accompanying asparagus were swimming in to add flavor to the garlic bread. For the caliber of food, they should not be charging such high prices. Otherwise, we had a lovely evening. .
(2)
Ken P.
The place was really nice. The menu was great. The service was awesome, lots of servers and helpers so even though the place was crowded, our orders were taken quickly and delivered promptly. I was extremely satisfied with our appetizers. Calamari cooked perfect and crispy. The Bimini bang shrimp were perfect. The lobster bisque was the best I ever had with lots of lobster pieces. I was very disappointed with my macadamia but crusted yellowtail snapper. Really didn't taste like much. The side of spinach maria was awesome. I also thought my raspberry mojito was a bit odd. They used club soda, which I thought was odd. Friends lived the crab cakes and I tasted the scallops and they were delicious. Overall, a great place. I should have never experimented with the snapper. (My first time having snapper.) I would definitely recommend and got back again if I'm ever back in West Palm
(4)
Deone W.
Disappointing! Food was ok, I'm very surprised that they use Cool Whip on their cheesecake. Service was fine.
(3)
Ben S.
Our first visit to BT came after passing by it many times (it took a while to notice it) and after reading some reviews. My expectations were high and I like all kinds of places but I expect the food and service to be appropriate with the price point. We arrived a bit late in the evening so there was no wait. The restaurant was very nice and clean. The service was quick and welcoming. We ordered a shrimp scampi and a lobster bisque soup. My soup came along with my wife's salad. The salad was ok, basic iceberg lettuce, but my wife found several pieces of the hard white lettuce that she doesn't like. The soup was great, and had a touch of sherry. The server brought some additional sherry to the table in case I wanted to add some. I didn't. There was a large chunk of lobster that looked great. It was a bit tough, I thought, but the real problem was when I tasted it. It was very fishy! Lobster should never taste fishy, so I sent it back. I was offered some lobster bisque soup "without the lobster" which I declined. I was not offered another soup, but the item was removed from my bill. The scampi was ok, but we both agreed that it was no better than what we had had elsewhere for about $10 less. So, nice evening, but certainly not 5-star quality. 3 -stars for good service and atmosphere.
(3)
Rastus U.
This isn't Legal Sea Foods!! We live in Boston in the summer, so we are spoiled or maybe know what's good. Don't go here. Overpriced, Didn't honor our reservations. Told us 10 minute wait and it took nearly half an hour. Food is overpriced and mediocre. Real formula outfit. Not sure if it is a chain, but feels very corporate. Crab cakes are salty and overloaded with breadcrumbs. Tuna tacos contained tiny pieces of over-cooked fish, soggy tacos, and under-ripe tomatoes. Fish was over cooked and drenched in butter. Best things were the bread and onion rings, but you can get them lots of places.
(1)
Kimberly M.
Overall experience 3 stars Food gets 4 stars Service gets 2.5 We were seated 25 minutes late after our reservation. The waiter had some strengths, but not constant throughout the service. He had a rocky start and a rocky end. Maybe we were cranky from being hungry and waiting for our table so long. He handed us the drink menu and immediately asked if we knew what we wanted before we could open the menu. Didn't really get our whole order, before leaving the table. And had disappeared at the end. He was helpful with questions about the menu and was quick to return throughout the meal. He was very good at rectifying our very cold french fry situation. The menu is a classic menu. I personally had trouble finding lighter options on the menu, even the seafood dishes almost all had butter. Everything we ordered we were very happy with. The restaurant is large with a nice atmosphere. Busy bar and nice seating. Parking was easy. Would we come back, maybe, but no rush to do so.
(3)
Pamela P.
Food Is always excellent and the service is the best around. Managers are awesome. Atmosphere is nice. I am a fan. I will come back over and over again.
(5)
Susanne H.
Great atmosphere, odd location though, I never noticed it until a friend invited me to meet her for dinner. We sat outside which was nice. The waitress was quick and attentive. The food was great, although I thought a little pricey for what it was. I got the mahi which was seasoned just perfectly. The manager walked around and was taking pictures to be posted on Facebook, which I thought was nice. The sangria was good, but a bit weak.
(4)
Bri W.
Great food! Atmosphere pretty nice for a small family or date. Had the lobster and crab cakes and fell in love!
(4)
Dante D.
Went on yelp to get times open an they close at 9:30 I got there at 9:15 and the hostess told us that the kitchen was closed I mean they are only open for 4 and a half hours at least serve food the whole 4 and a half hours. Never again
(1)
Cheryl W.
Close to West Palm Airport. Better food than expected with good service. Ok for a local bar scene but I would travel for it!
(2)
Susan B.
The service from the wait staff is attentive, professional and friendly. The GM here clearly knows how to hire and train his servers. We eat there a lot and know the place and the menu fairly well. Some direction needs to be given to the front desk staff because they spend too much time talking to each other and make little effort to create brand loyalty. An older woman with a walker was trying to get through the entrance door and three young women just stood and watched and not one made an effort to open the door for her...a manager walked by and instructed them to help the lady but not one made an effort to to do so. While we were waiting for the rest of our party, a young mother trying to exit dropped her purse which opened; she had 2 young children with her as her husband had left to get the car. Not one of the front desk personnel offered to help her gather up her things which was a task in a crowded place. We do not give BT 5 stars because of the lackadaisical attitude of the front desk staff - they are not rude, just uninterested. The manager, a balding gentleman in a brown print shirt, was everywhere and came by our table to check on us twice but our meal and service was excellent as usual. Some remedial training is needed for the front desk staff as they are the only negative, besides the excessive noise, at BT. The food is always good and the seafood is fresh; it is not inexpensive but we find the food priced fairly. Non-seafood dishes abound and are also well prepared. I wish they would replace some of the attractive stone and wood with sound absorbing materials and retrain the front desk staff but, all in all, this is top notch VERY successful restaurant with strong following.
(4)
Chris P.
The Bimini Twist is, by far, the best overall dining experience we've had anywhere in the area. The decor is classy and upscale, the service as good as it gets. Another big selling point for the Twist is they got a perfect score from the health department earlier this summer, one of the few ever handed out. We each started with the Avocado B.L.T. Eggroll, which is excellent. Avocado, chicken, tomato, lettuce, Monterey Jack cheese and applewood smoked bacon rolled into a crispy wonton and served with a dipping sauce that tastes like a spicy remoulade with a smokey, complex flavor that is wonderful. The lobster bisque is legendary and earns its reputation with rich flavors blended with big chunks of lobster meat. If the server offers a teaspoon of sherry for the bisque, get that. The sherry adds just a hint of alcohol effervescence which blends perfectly with the bisque. They serve it with crackers but anyone putting crackers in that bisque deserves to be beaten with sticks. My only regret was the wedge salad. It's just a wedge and there's not really much you can do with that. That was my fault, not theirs. Seriously, where did I think they were going to go? It's a hunk of lettuce with tomatoes and smoked bacon. Next time I'm going to get the ceasar with anchovies. My wife had the filet which is a generous 8 oz portion served with mashed potatoes. It was cooked perfectly and came with a generous side salad. I had the seafood pescatore which is Italian linguine, mussels, shrimp, scallops, and calamari in a red sauce. It was excellent and delivered in portions even I couldn't finish. The sauce could use a tweak and I would like if there was more of it, but I'm comparing it to The Garlic in New Smyrna Beach, which would get my vote as one of the best restaurants in Florida. I would still order it again. Our server was sharp, professional, quick to laugh and personable without being overly friendly. As close to perfect service as we've ever gotten. We had both the manager and assistant manager come by to see how we were doing but neither tarried. It's obvious the staff cares about what they do, they're not just going through the motions, and that's the highest compliment I can award any establishment. The Twist is expensive but the bill was lower than we expected considering the atmosphere, the service and size of the portions. You may pay more at Bimini Twist, but you get more in return and that works for us. Bimini Twist gets my first, only and very difficult to earn 5 star rating and now ranks as my personal favorite in West Palm. During the season you'll definitely need reservations and get there early if you can. From October through March it's going to be packed every night, so be patient if you want to go during prime time.
(5)
Jim F.
The service was just excellent. Our waitress was always available when needed. The Chilean Bass was a sexually erotic experience, just extraordinary! My straight up Manhattan martini glass came filled to the rim to start our dining experience.
(5)
Samuel D.
Small portions with a high price. Atmosphere is nice but doesn't make up for the lackluster food.
(2)
Skip B.
Yes...it is quite a ways West of West Palm Beach down Okeechobee Blvd. I mean well west of the Turnpike kind of west. But it is with the drive. The seafood is fantastic as are the steak options. The service is great. Not cheap but not crazy high, sides are included with the entrees. I eat here A LOT when I am in West Palm Beach for business and I have never been disappointed with my choice. About the only downside is that it is VERY popular so make a RSVP no matter what night it is but especially on Thur, Fri or Sat evenings. Even with a RSVP you might wait a bit but the waits can be very long without one. But restaurants that are bad don't usually have people lining up out the door waiting to eat do they? It is worth the wait but the wait will be shorter if you make a RSVP. If you have a RSVP on Mon, Tue, Wed you will be whisk right to your table.
We have been going to this restaurant for special occasions for several years now. We keep returning despite the distance from our homes. And we go back repeatedly because we have never been disappointed. Attentive waitstaff, delicious food. Tonight, I had the ultimate clam chowder. It used 3 different types of clams and it was very tasty. Bimini bang shrimp was delicious as were the conch fritters. And I tried something new tonight ... the Chilean sea bass which featured an Asian glaze that gave it so much flavor. The fish was still very flaky and moist, something which I can't do when I am making fish at home on our George Foreman grill. ;) Just be aware that the wait may be very long and it may take a while for the meal to be served. But it is very nice ambience and well worth the wait. tripadvisor.com/ShowUser…
(5)
Michael F.
First off, the food was excellent! ! Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and was well taken care of. If you're looking for great food, go here. Now, the reason this place lost 2 stars was due to the wait. The prior time we dined here we waited almost 40 minutes for a table, so this time, my 5 year wedding anniversary, I called 5 days in advance and made a reservation for 7pm. We arrived at 6:50pm, fully expecting a 15 to 20 minute wait. The lobby was near empty when we walked in, so I thought maybe it wouldn't even be that long. Well, the lobby filled up quickly. I finally got a little anxious at 7:15 when the lobby was almost empty again and filling back up. After witnessing countless people who arrived after us get seated, I made it very apparent that I was miffed. My wife and I were finally seated at 7:48pm!!! I will never come back to Bimini Twist.
(3)
Janice B.
We decided to try Bimini Twist after a very long hiatus. When we first moved into the area in 2004, we went with neighbors and while the food was good, it didn't pull us back again. We had been getting recommendations from neighbors and decided to try it on a Saturday night for an early (6:30 pm) dinner. The website was easy to navigate and linked to Open table (which I love since it makes my life easier) and we headed over. We arrived a few minutes early and were seated within a few moments in a booth by the bar area. The restaurant was very little like we remembered it since it was well lit and tastefully decorated. The manager came up and introduced himself to use right away and told us he had seen that we had indicated on the reservation that it was our first visit. We explained our long absence and he told us that they had changed owners @ 7 years ago and he was looking forward to changing our opinion. Our waiter was attentive and very professional and quickly took our drink orders and returned with them as quickly ( unfortunately a rarity in many places) and he assisted us in making our choices. We ordered the Shrimp Scampi and the Basil crusted Salmon with side salads and an appetizer of lump crabmeat cocktail. The food arrived at a good pace ( not too fast and he paced delivery with our eating ( and drinking) and was just the right level of attentive during the meal.. The food was excellent and both of us remarked that we would definitely order the same dishes again without question. A very pleasant surprise and we will be returning to (and recommending ) this well run restaurant.
(5)
Jade C.
My family has been visiting the Palm Beach area once or twice a year since 2009. We ate here our first summer here and I have pretty much demanded we go back every time we are back in the area. The food is amazing. Service is amazing, maybe even too good... One time I got up to go to the bathroom and came back to find my napkin neatly folded on the table. I laughed and asked my mom if she got bored and folded it. She said "no. The waiter came by after you got up and folded it." I'm not sure if this is normal or if this particular guy was perhaps OCD. We thought it was funny! Anyway... Always amazing food here-- I have had every salmon dish on the menu, the spinach dip, bangin shrimp, and other items. I have never been disappointed, especially since the summer I turned 21. Their drinks are delicious and attempting to drink my late father under the table at this restaurant is a very fond memory of which I will always cherish. I will always come back here.
(5)
Toria F.
Great service, Great food! Chillean sea bass is amazing!
(5)
Kristan M.
My boyfriend and I were trying to find a nice, new place to eat when a row of palm trees with a gorgeous sign all lite up caught our attention. We felt we had to go in!! To no surprise the inside was just as nice as the outside and the food, drinks and service were phenomenal. Loved it and definitely will be going again
(5)
Norman F.
I've been to Bimini multiple times and have never had a bad experience. The service is always top notch. Yes, they are often busy, and this isn't fast food. And you're not getting served thawed frozen things off a Sysco truck, so it's not the cheapest place in the world. But the quality is awesome. I recommend trying the spinach maria. It's sinfully delicious and I'm not a spinach fan. The bangin bimini shrimp is a great appetizer. Not too spicy, but very tasty. You can't go wrong with any of their fish dishes. Always fresh and never overcooked. And try the Bimini Gold Martini. Pineapple infused. This place is great for special occasions or when you just want to treat yourself to a wonderful dining experience.
(5)
C P.
We have not been here for many years. The place was as popular as ever. Very busy. We were a large party and our server was excellent. The food is mediocre. The stars are for our service. If they can take food to the next level, they will earn the last star.
(4)
Frank B.
Summary: AWESOME! A must "Go To" if you in the area but be sure to make reservations for any size party Service was excellent (Mandy) and their entire whole staff was very attentive to all our needs. The manager took their "Thursday Night Photo's" of our group and came by at least three times to be sure everything everything was fine. The day we went it was a brisk 69 degrees so we decided to eat outside. The ambiance had a cute flare to it with their twinkle lights around the palm trees, tiki torches, and lush greens and bushes that offset the highway enough that made it very pleasurable. Cocktails ranged from from: (great presentations and nicely prepared) ~Godiva Chocolate Martini ~Titto Vodka Martini ~Watermelon Martini ~After Dark Martini We started off with an order of ~Conch Fritters (a small order of only 4 fritters ~ could be a little more generous) ~Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip with warm nacho chips to dip with ~Wasabi Drizzle Blackened Ahi Tuna (excellent) ~Bimini Tuna Tacos (oh my) Then we went to: ~Ultimate Gourmet Three Clam Chowder (Awesome ~ That was incredibly rich, undeniably gourmet, made from Ocean Clams, Sea Clams, and Cockle Clams.) ~Classic Ceasar Salads (refreshing hearts of romaine lettuce tossed with a housemade classic ceaesar dressing, golden baked croutons, anchovy filets (if you like) and shaved reggiano parmigiano cheese) ~Wedge Salad with Applewood Smoked Bacon (A crunchy Ice Cold Wedge of Iceberg Lettuce with Vine Ripened Tomatoes and Crisp, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Dressed with our Housemade Blue Cheese Dressing) Entrees ranged from: ~Ahi Tuna - Blackened (sushi grade tuna blackened on the outside, cool on the inside. drizzled with sweet chili and wasabi cream sauce) ~Shiitake Style Tilapia (fresh tilapia topped with shiitake mushrooms, garlic, shallots then sauteed in lemon, white wine and butter) ~Maple Mustard Grilled Salmon (fresh atlantic salmon grilled and basted with our maple mustard sauce) ~Seafood Pescatore (imported Italian Linguine, Mussels, Shrimps, Scallops, Calamari Then Tossed In a Red Seafood Sauce and served with a House Salad) Everyone got two sides ranging from a: ~Sweet Potato Fries (get them extra crispy they are excellent) ~Spinach Maria (Yummy) ~Baked Potatoes ~Seasonal Vegetable (asparagus) Desert: ~Flan Cheesecake (very light, great taste and texture) ~Apple Crisp (great crust, filling and with a side of super vanilla ice cream) ~ Chocolate Layer Cake (fluffy and creamy filling) If you are in the area I strongly suggest that you go and try this establishment! It's a sure winner... Cheers!
(5)
Karen C.
Called to make a reservation for a Family get together for 12 and I was told I had to call back the next day and speak to manager to get the reservation. I called back the next day and was told by the manager that he can't accommodate our party. Very poor attitude and service!
(1)
Russell G.
They always nail the food! All 3 meals were as ordered and very much appreciated. The execution of our reservation was an F- as we arrived at 6:55 for a 7:00 reservation and were finally seated at 7:45. Obvious over booking, why take reservations? Dessert was ordered looking forward to their apple crisp only to be told it was not available, disappointed. 3 stars only because of the dinners.
(3)
Mike I.
This place is great. I've eaten here twice years apart and both times the food and service was stellar. I will be going back again very soon.
(5)
Marlun G.
Food is good, nothing great compared to other restaurants I've tried in the past locally. My wife & I had the salmon dishes. Service is awesome very nice atmosphere ample parking but food was a bit too pricey. For similar prices you can go to seasons 52 or Melting pot. Ijs.
(4)
Anthony C.
As the name implies they have a nice little twist on the classic steakhouse seafood jonra of restaurant! The lobster bisque was delicious and my medium rare steak was fabulous! I will definitely be coming back to this establishment once again! I can't wait to bring friends from out of town to try their food
(4)
Dina D.
Another delicious dinner at Bimini Twist! The Pacific Seabass was fabulous. Jenna is wonderful. Kudos to RJ and Paul also. This is my favorite place for dinner!
(5)
Audrey S.
Our first time at Bimini Twist and it was excellent! I made reservations online for my husband's birthday and we were seated right away on a Saturday night at 6:30. Our waitress was very accommodating and attentive since it took us a while to decide on our entrees. We started with the conch fritters for an appetizer which was delicious and served with great dipping sauces. For our entrees I had the Hawaiian salmon and my husband had the scallops. Both were excellent! I LOVED the spinach Maria as a side! My husband loved his mashed potatoes and green beans with almonds. The best part was the complimentary ice cream to celebrate. What a great touch! We will definitely go back!
(5)
Stephanie T.
Amazing. Absolutely amazing. I was so impressed! I've worked in restaurants for years and I was blown away by the food quality and Reed 's impeccable service. I had the shrimp scampi and my boyfriend had the basil salmon. Both perfectly portioned and amazingly seasoned. Will definitely be back!
(5)
Barbara N.
Mostly fish, but good ribs and great steak tips. This visit no salad was offered as part of the pricey meal. Took way too long to get our wine. Service was spotty. Spinach Maria is always a hit as a side. Must think they are in Palm Beach with those prices!
(3)
Oscar L.
We are new to the area and were driving through looking for a place to eat. We noticed the Bimini Twist sign and researched it's menu and found it to our liking. The ambiance and decor was very nice and our server (Reed) was very polite. We ordered an appetizer of their version of the popular "bang bang shrimp" these were good and were on par for their price range ($11). My wife ordered Mediterranean chicken and shrimp and I ordered coconut shrimp. Both these entrees were $23-26. My coconut shrimp was on par with bowling alley coconut shrimp (TERRIBLE). My wife's chicken was slimy so she left it and ate her sides. We both got mashed potatoes and onion rings. Both were terrible. I was expecting real potatoes and not boxed when I saw the price range of the restaurant. If they aren't boxed then they sure taste like it. The onions weren't sweet but I can't say too much about those. I took one bite of my shrimp and one small piece of my onion rings and set my plate aside. Our server informed the manager but we were still charged for the plate. This should have been taken care of without me asking. I asked to speak to the manager (Paul). I informed him that the right thing to do would be to not charge me for the dish. He agreed and our server came back with a new check but Paul charged me for the sides that came with my dish. As if I wasn't already annoyed...and HUNGRY I had to tell our server to consult with Paul that I wasn't paying for my sides that I didn't eat. All in all, I'll never go back. It seems like I'm one of the few leaving a negative response. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing at this restaurant or maybe most of their patrons have bad taste (I doubt it). I think I came on a bad day or ordered the wrong thing. I ended up tipping Reed on what the total would have been including my dish because unlike Paul the manager, I know to do the right thing. I could get over the food but to have to battle with the manager to not charge me for my dish was uncalled for. Do the right thing people. You lost me forever and I love seafood. Shame.
(1)
Joan G.
Great local restaurant. Lots of ambiance. Food consistently excellent. Service always great and reasonably priced. I had the hog snapper and Cesar salad. Wonderful! My husband had the snapper, which he thoroughly enjoyed. We have never had a disappointing meal here.
(4)
Lili M.
Went to dinner Saturday night. I have been to Bimini Twist plenty of times, but have not been there in a while. It was busy as usual, but the service was not as good as it used to be. The food was good, but in the past there was constantly a waiter refreshing your water ans seeing is there was anything else you needed. The prices have gone up from the last time I went there.
(3)
Brian M.
The service was great. I had the King Crab legs and they were already cracked and cut, making for a much more enjoyable experience. They were market price which came to be too expensive, even for The experience. They were delicious though. All the food came out beautifully prepared and delicious. The atmosphere is as if your on a cruise ship.
Where should I start. Michael our waiter was amazing. The ambiance was awesome.The diners were a mixture of different races and cultures. Michael suggested martinis they were great. The lobster bisque was loaded with lobster chunks. The coconut shrimp exquisite. I had the Hawaiian salmon with rice and the spinach maria it was awesome. My hubby had the shrimp scampi he cleaned his plate.We will definitely visit when we are in the area again. They need one in NJ.
(5)
Linda F.
After many many years of coming to this restaurant we have decided to take it off of our list. It is far from the quality of food that they offer. We had a 7:30 reservation and made the reservation in the middle of the week. We requested that we sit outside. After waiting until 815 to get the table we approach the manager and asked what was happening. His attitude was horrible and told me that he cannot honor a reservation at a particular table. We asked him why he took it knowing that he could not honor it and his response was why would I not take it. His attitude was horrible and after waiting until 830 my party walked out
(3)
Sol R.
Great ambiance and food is delicious. Steak tips and coconut shrimp is my favorite dish to order. Macadamia-nut Crunchy Yellowtail Snapper is a favorite as well. I recommend ordering a side of Aioli sauce to dip steak in it! yummy. Spinach Maria on the side along with ricepilaf is the norm for me!
(4)
Michael G.
Decided to go to Bimini Twist for our anniversary dinner this year. We were comparing this place with another seafood restaurant and a wine restaurant and settled in Bimini Twist. We didn't regret our decision. The food was very good. We both got seafood entrees. The wait staff was very professional and helped us make our decisions and relayed our questions to the kitchen if he couldn't answer them. We will definitely come back here.
(4)
M K.
The Scallop Boat ($30) was terrible; served grossly undercooked, and soggy. The scampi sauce on it, like the scallops, had no spice, no taste, like water. I had my companions taste it and sent it back after they agreed. I had to remind the waiter to bring one of the side dishes I ordered that they had neglected to bring. The Spinach Maria might have been good if not laden with salt which overpowered the taste of the ingredients. I had to ask twice during the meal for silverware. Several of my friends sent back their Cola sodas which they claimed tasted funny, like soap. I have never before seen coffee served and THEN after, we are asked if we desire a desert. My companions basically enjoyed their meals. One of them shared his steak with me which was tasty. The service overall seemed cordial, yet rote. They did offer me another meal, which I declined, and took the one I sent back off the bill. I was very disappointed with my experience at Bimini Twist. It had to be the worst in a long time. I would not go back there.
(2)
Judy L.
My husband and I had the lobster bisque, Bimini Shrimp and Shrimp Scampi with Spinach Maria and it was all so delicious! A little on the expensive side but portions are good, food is delicious and service is great, very friendly!
(5)
Dianne D.
Undoubtedly one the best restaurants we've ever visited. From the moment we walked in the door and were cheerfully greeted and immediately seated, to the meal, everything was top notch. The food was fantastic. We both had the crab dip which was amazing and we both had the lobster bisque. The bisque was the best we've ever eaten, bar none. I had the yellowtail with crab and Bearnaise and my husband had the grilled shrimp and steak tips. Everything was delicious and perfectly cooked. The bisque was a tip from the lovely Melissa, one or the best most polite servers we've ever had. She kept our drinks fresh before we knew we needed it and was a complete friendly delight. Her professionalism and friendly demeanor made the whole experience that much better. This is our new favorite place, hope you will learn to love it too!
(5)
Kathrine T.
Great ambience, good wine and one of the best steaks I have had at a restaurant. I look forward to going back to Bimini Twist to dine again soon!
(5)
Lauren S.
One of our favorite date night places. Great cocktails and the beef tips are amazing!
(4)
Michael L.
Outstanding food, outstanding service & outstanding management! Best restaurant in the local area.
(5)
Gary W.
Another great evening. Food and service is always the best!!! A wonderful place to take visiting family for a truly Florida Sea Food experience.
(5)
Will G.
This was our second visit here and it was just as good as the first. Great place, great food, and great service. Very clean. Mike our server was very helpful and quick. We will return.
(5)
Arianna M.
Made online reservations through yelp app. Made it to the restaurant 30 minutes before reservations and were seated within 3 minutes of arrival. The staff was very welcoming and attentive. The food was AWESOME, the atmosphere was GREAT. The service was EXCELLENT.
(5)
Ryan C.
The service and drinks were good unfortunate that is all the good I can say. You would be better off going to Outback. I ordered the New York strip and lobster tail with smashed potatoes. The reason for one star the smashed potatoes are instant potatoes. WOW really you can't even make real mashed potatoes? Outback's garlic mashed taste 5 star compared to the texture and taste of what I was served. My steak was tough, and had very little juices. It was not over cooked and seasoned good just quality of the meat was dry as a bone even though the center was med rare. I am very disappointed at what they charge for institutional food. Hopefully management will change the quality of frozen meat and boxed potatoes they serve.
(1)
Tammy P.
No matter how many times I visit them they always are fabulous! Doesn't get any better than this.
(5)
Keisha E.
I had the Hawaiian salmon and lump crab meat; it was excellent! I also had two of their Bimini twist cocktails. The restaurant is on a major street, but manages to keep some ambiance with soft lights and tropical trees near the windows. The service was great. My only issue was that our table was up on the bar, somewhat looking out over the other tables, less than 10 feet from the front door. There were tons of hungry people waiting at the door and starting at us. I know they were just hungry but I blame the restaurant for not having a foyer for waiting diners.
(4)
Leah P.
Had an excellent dinner here for my little cousin's birthday last night. Our table had grilled sea bass, the seafood rustica, the filet and the sea bass piccata. Not one bite was left on anyone's plate. Our sever was extremely attentive and our glasses were never more than half empty. Wonderful experience all around!!!
(5)
Junot F.
So, finally went to Bimini Twist this past weekend while down in West Palm Beach visiting family. This place is right across the street from my parents and for some reason I had never made it there. They should consider revamping their sign out front... really gives the impression that this place is old and quiet (typical West Palm Beach). Inside it's very different. They also have great outside seating for when the weather is nice. For some reason I was expecting it to be dead and boring inside. Quite the opposite. We went last Friday and the place was packed. Had a couple of good martinis at the bar before we were seated. We ordered fillet mignon (great cut and cooked well), steak tips (also done really well), Chilean sea bass (dad said it was delicious and well prepared) and the steak and crab cake (would pass on the crab cake next time says my husband who grew up in Maryland). We ordered a couple of soups too... all delicious and flavorful. The service was quick and friendly. The ambiance was energetic for being West Palm Beach. Will definitely make this a regular place to go with the family on future visits.
(4)
Peggy S.
Thank you for an outstanding dining experience! Paul was attentive the moment we arrived. Drinks on the patio were fabulous. Our experience continued with wonderful service- thanks Reed and staff! Filet and lobster tail were delicious, the Ahi Tuna was perfect...Friendly, Fabulous...and definitely worth the trip back....
(5)
Erin L.
This place is really good. It's fresh seafood prepared in a fun, fresh, unpretentious manner. Portions are generous, and the sides are good too. (I can highly recommend the spinach Maria) Apple crisp is a must for dessert.
(4)
Cory M.
Great spot close to the acreage. Always busy but we got at table for 2 on a Tuesday with no wait. Had the sea bass, cooked perfectly. Spinach maria side is excellent and they do great drink specials Mon-Wed evenings. Server was very polite and attentive and manager stopped by towards the end to ask how our meal was, nice touch. Ocean decor works well in person, looks a little cheesy in the photos online but once you see it in person it works.
(5)
James V.
I wanted to like this place so much because my cousin said it was great. The banging shrimp were pretty tasty as an appetizer, but it went downhill from there. I ordered the grouper, and it was literally STINKY. It smelled way too strong for a fish that was supposed to be fresh and COOKED. We notified the waiter who brought over the manager. The manager claimed the fish had been delivered that morning and hand cut. Whoever calls him/ herself a chef should have know from the smell to send that fish back to the person who delivered it. As I cut into the fish, I saw it was not cooked in the middle, and the smell got even stronger toward the uncooked parts. Total fail. We asked them to just take the plate away and take if off the bill because by then I'd lost my appetite. Instead they insisted on first recooking the same fish (YUCK). When I said no, they suggested bringing me another. The second one they brought smelled much better, but by then I no longer trusted them and wouldn't eat it. My companions thought the hog snapper they had was ok, but for the price, no, we won't be back. On the bright side, the blonde waitress we had was super nice.
(1)
Michelle Z.
We went here for my birthday as family dinner. We wanted somewhere that was ok for kids, not too fancy and a step up from eating at a chain. We'd been there before and didn't love the food but wanted to give it another chance because of the good reviews. I love the atmosphere. Nice lighting and comfortable ambiance. Our waiter was a little slow to greet us at the table but he was very friendly and attentive after the initial greeting. We had the calamari, spinach dip and seared ahi tuna. All were delicious. Our waiter sold everyone at the table on their special. Red Snapper in a tomato sauce with olives and some other stuff. I was the only one who ordered the Sea Bass instead. No one liked the special. The sauce was over bearing and they put way too much of it on the plate. You could barely taste the fish. The Sea Bass was very good, excellent flavors. Everyone ended up eating off my plate. My husband only took one bite of his special and actually sent it back. The manager was nice and brought him a Sea Bass as a replacement very quickly. Overall we had a good time but i'm not sure if i'll go back. The food is really hit or miss.
(3)
Roger A.
Our friends took us to Bimini Twist since they live down the street and really like the food. The food was fresh and delicious. The employees were nice and paid attention, keeping water glasses from becoming empty. My wife had the salmon with crab and I had the scallops. Both were very good. Why the four stars and not five? Two reasons; the parking entrance is only from the side street and it has the loud ruckus atmosphere of a sports bar. I just don't like paying that much when the ambient noise is such that it is a struggle to have a conversation where all four people can hear.
(4)
Glen H.
Decided to give Bimini Twist a try the other night. We were seated quickly even though they were quite crowded. Although a bit noisy, service was prompt and attentive. We started with the lump crab meat cocktails, which were great. Then for entrees, I had the Chilean sea bass and my wife had the Seafood Rustica,( clams, shrimp, 1/2 lobster tail, scallops, and fish in provencal sauce over orzo pasta.) We kept trying each others plates and still haven't decided which one was the best. Overall,very,very good. A little pricey considering it feels like a strip store restaurant, but we will probably return just the same
(4)
Jane L.
Very busy last night so we waited 25 minutes after or reservation time to be seated.We had a wonderful meal server was prompt and brought our food in a reasonable time. We split a wedge salad which needed extra dressing .There was one crumble of bacon but two large slices of tomato. The salmon with basil was well cooked and the crab cakes were tasty but not too spicey. The spinach was great and the green beans were crunchy.
(3)
Ann F.
Nice atmosphere. Started off with calamari and conch fritters. Not a very generous serving of fritters but they were delicious- a little spicy kick to them. I had the Hawaiian aioli salmon with crab meat, I really enjoyed the aioli. The sweet potato fries were a little soggy, but an overall good dining experience.
(4)
Mickey R.
I wish it didn't take me this long to try Bimini Twist because it was fabulous. Servers are very friendly and helpful.......from the starters to the entrees i was very pleased with everything. My wife and I enjoyed the bang bang shrimp for an app and my wife raved over the lobster bisque. The NY strip i had for an entree was so tender and cooked to perfection. I will be back
(4)
STEVE G.
Have not been back to Biminy Twist for 3 years. Made a 7:00pm reservation. Showed up at 6:40 and did not get seated until 7:20. Was told they take reservations and seat people on a first come basis for that reservation spot. Was told they take too many reservations for each time slot as they want people to go to the bar. Menu has changed as it really has a lot to choose. Ordered maple glazed salmon as did my wife. Both dishes came out cold. My wife kept hers and I sent my dish back TWICE and it was still not hot. Waiter was very apologetic. Nobody came by to offer an apology. Place was very busy and noisy. Once I got a semi warm dinner, it was very good. Too noisy for my liking and did not like reservation system. I can grt salmon anywhere.
(2)
Eileen G.
This restaurant is amazing! Whatever problems they were having they have resolved it! Food was fresh! Lobster bisque was fantastic! Being a Chef I highly recommend this restaurant! If you go in ask for Jenna she is a 5 STAR server!
(5)
maria o.
I have to write again because this place has become my favorite place to go for dinner. My husband surprised me for my birthday by inviting my friends to join us. It was a wonderful surprise; as usual the meal was great. I want to tell you about the staff- this has to be one of the best group of workers. You have RJ, the manager- he makes you feel welcome all the time and takes his time to stop by every table. Whether it's your first time at Bimini or you've been there before you are always made to feel special. There is Jenna, if you want to feel very special make sure you ask for her. If you've been to Bimini before rest assured that Jenna will know what you like. She is attentive to those sitting at her tables. Not that she is the only one but she does stand out. The bar staff is just as wonderful but Amanda stands out as well. my friend Dina loves dirty Martini's and she knows how to make them right. I'm not the expert but Dina is. She also gets to know the regulars and knows what you like. I highly recommend this place if you want to be treated to a classy NY style ambience.
(5)
Nadine S.
Good food. Too noisy to enjoy with friends.
(3)
Mic H.
We had a light dinner tonight of a shrimp cocktail, bang bang shrimp cocktail, bowl of Lobster bisque, and a Caesar salad. Everything was great, and after having a late lunch, that was plenty of food. That still cost $44, so $$ on the price is a little low. One interesting note: we ate at about 7pm, and the average age of the crowd must be well over 70. I haven't seen so much gray hair except at a buffet ever. The waiter said the crowd gets younger as the night progresses. $7.95 charge to split a meal-of course. Handicapped parking is also full. We'll all be there someday.
(4)
Ketty H.
This place is great. Very nice atmosphere. The hubby had the Filet & Tail and I had the Hog Snapper. Both were absolutely amazing. The service is also great. Brad took great care of us. Very attentive & made awesome recommendations. We will most definitely be back.
(4)
Julie D.
I've been here twice in the last few months. The food was consistently good. The fish and vegetables were fresh. The service is definitely better the earlier you get there, as it fills up quickly and is a fairly large dining room. If you like creamed spinach, you must order the Spinach Maria. Its a house specialty. Servers are very friendly and diligent if they're not too swamped. I prefer to go before 6pm to get the discount which is welcome with seafood prices. But, I think it's one of the better seafood restaurants without the very high ticket items.
(4)
David K.
Our group of four couldn't to be happier with our recent dinner at Bimini Twist....Mandy, our server was wonderful. Service was friendly and efficient, her recommendations were right on the money and she accentuated the dining experience in a most favorable way. The hog snapper was melt in your mouth delicious. The maple mustard glazed salmon was very, very good as well. The five layer chocolate cake was the perfect end point to the evening ....highly recommended!"
(5)
Bud R.
My wife and I live in downtown WPB and have eaten at Bimini Twist many times. On Monday, Nov. 25, I ordered the mussels. The first one was fine, but each of the next two were bad in a way that only seafood (which I love) can be bad. I had to spit each one out. I told the server, asked him to please take them away and let the chef know, so that no other diner would be in danger, and requested just some plain grilled shrimp as a replacement. Before the shrimp (which were excellent) arrived, the waiter brought over a woman (perhaps his boss?) to our table. "You didn't like the mussels?," she asked. I explained that I'm very fond of mussels, but that these had simply gone bad. Soon after she left, a man in a plain shirt (manager?) came over and said, "I hear you didn't like the mussels." Although I was getting weary of being treated as if I were just a cranky customer, I politely told him that it wasn't a question of my not liking the mussels, it was a problem with the mussels themselves. Instead of apologizing, he said: "They just came in today," further proof to him, I guess, that I wouldn't know a bad mussel from a good one. End of story. I ate the shrimp, which were fine, was charged for everything and left, literally, with a bad taste in my mouth...
(2)
Andrew L.
First time here on this Thursday and the Restraunt was a disaster... Made a EARLY 6pm reservation. Walked into a packed waiting area. When we got up to the "hostess" she was rude and obviously overwhelmed. She told us "we'll we are really busy and it will be 15 minutes. No problem... Well that turned to 50 minutes! When we checked back at the 30 minutes mark the hostess was very rude and confrontational. We sat down and quickly ordered since we were now an hour late for our other plans. 10 minutes later I was then informed that they were now out of the filet. One has to wonder if I would have been available an hour and 15 minutes ago? On the up side our server was good and the food was pretty good when it finally came. We asked for the manager when the bill came and got tired of waiting, so just paid the bill. May be a long while before returning to this place.
(2)
Eric L.
The restaurant itself was not too bad. However, the manager/owner was rude when I had to complain about my meal. My meal came with a side of mashed potatoes and in the potatoes was black pepper. You could see, taste, and smell the black pepper and I personally found it over powering. When I complained to the manager, he DARED to question me saying "we don't use black pepper." Well, I'm here to tell you that they do and LOTS of it. It ruined my meal for me, the service was bad and I personally do not plan to return. Furthermore, I cannot comprehend how someone who owns a restaurant in the Royal Palm Beach/Wellington area can be so patronizing and dare to question his P.A.Y.I.N.G. customers. Handing us a business card and simply brushing us off by saying "next time you come in, I'll take care of you" is not how you solve the problem. You acknowledge the situation and take care of it on the spot.
(1)
Elena N.
Had dinner with the family last Mother's Day weekend. Was looking forward to trying it out based on the good reviews. Have to say that it was a bit disappointing. Ambiance was great. Lots of people, all mixed groups - families, couples, big groups of friends. We had a short wait even with reservations but it wasn't more than 15 mins. Wait staff was excellent. Definitely great service, without a doubt. However, the food was not as goodl. Presentation was great but taste was bland. For the prices charged I did expect a lot more. Hubby had the baby back ribs. Full rack for 29.99. The ribs were dry and served without much sauce. It wasn't a dry rub, and ribs didn't fall off the bone. They didn't bring extra BBQ sauce either. I had the yellow snapper with jumbo crab meat. The snapper although fresh was really bland, the crabmeat too. Also 29.99. On the plus side, the kids were happy with their meals. My son had the steak tips , and he said they were excellent. My daughter had the pasta with marinara sauce. And she loved it too. I give it 3 stars based on the food alone. The ambiance was great, service was great. But since I'm a foodie, it really has to come down to the food and for the prices alone, I just don't think it was worth it.
(3)
Susan D.
Everything was awesome! Would definitely go bsck!!
(5)
Randy B.
Good place to take your Grandma for dinner. Lotsa twinkly lights. Oh, the food? Well, not interesting. Not over-cooked, but no flavors, and sauces were uninteresting to greasy. We won't be back.
(2)
Eileen V.
Great food, good service. Older crowd so not a hip young hangout even though the hostess and service are. Prices are ok for food. It's always crowded on Fridays and weekends!
(5)
Matt D.
Went on a Saturday night - party of twelve. Seated promptly. The place was not packed. Service was a little slow, waiting for drink orders, appetizers, bread. Had 7 o clock reservations. Did not get out until after 9. Food is good, well prepared, nicely presented. Drinks were decent. The biggest negative in my opinion was the slow, seemingly uncoordinated service.
(4)
Jennifer S.
Nice place! The service was very friendly and helpful, the atmosphere was nice and the food was quite good. I enjoyed the sweet potato crusted grouper with spinach and rice...yum! The apple crisp dessert was delicious as well!
(4)
Andria D.
Do not make a reservation. They will not honor it. They will make you wait over 45 min and tell you it'll be 30 more even tho you had a reservation. I'm so upset with them!!!!
I just had to come check this place out after reading the other reviews and hearing about it from friends. We came here last night and were so pleased! The experience was truly amazing from start to finish. As we pulled into the parking lot, we noticed all of the trees and bushes were lit up (perfect for taking memorable pics). We saw they had a beautifully lit up patio with seating outside. Last but not least, we recommend this place 100% to anyone who is looking to enjoy a fabulous dinner, nice wine selection and wants to be treated as if they are the most important diner in the restaurant! Thank you Jenna and R.J., we will definitely be back very soon!
(5)
Mike A.
This used to be a great place. Not so since the new owner took control! Seems like someone without prior restaurant experience. Unfortunately the great staff that is still in place is going to suffer as this business continues to change for the worst. This menu is moderate, not cheap. I think the order of mussels had six in the dish. A salad has one cherry tomatoes, cut in half (even if you buy it as an added side). This was not a fluke, it's portion control at its worst! Happened on many occasisions. "Part of the cut backs". They eliminated china plates and went with a plastic replica. These are great costing ideas for Deny's, but not for a place with these prices! The list is too long, but the bottom line it has changed and not in a good way. I read a review in here that mentioned the owner was rude. Yep. How about an owner who reserves a high top at the bar when the bar is packed with people waiting for a table. Why was it reserved? He was having dinner with his family, but wanted to hold that table at the bar for when they finished their meal. Not kidding, and others have noted this on other occasions. Very poor management, and it shows now in the food quality. Used to be Regular at one to two times per week. I only go back once every couple of months now just to see if he learned anything yet. So far, no go.
(1)
Jeanne C.
Wow was fanatastic! We all ordered something different and tried a little of everything. Came with a friend who would only go to Bonefish for this type of food and was very impressed. Now states that he has 2 places for dinner! Loved it!
(4)
Dan L.
Food very good. Extremely pricey..way up there
(3)
Einapets W.
First our waiter had to repeat my order about five different times to get it straight... I don't know how much easier I can make a medium well burger with no bacon and caramelized onions be, however it proved to be too complicated for the guy. I chose not to go the fish route bc I was turned off by the disgusting aroma of fish and cleaning products when I walked in. When my burger arrived I was surprised with bacon and regular red onions instead of what I ordered. One of my friends ordered the hog snapper fish special which she was not impressed with and the beef tip portion was a joke. The waiter even offered us a free dessert when he sat us down bc he knew it was all our first time. Lets just say the waiter was stupid and forgot that also. I'm glad I finally got to to the restaurant with the "pretty" lights outside but I really wish I hadn't.
(1)
Carl B.
Beautifully decorated with bamboo walls. Great environment for a date with that special lady. I was visiting from San Diego and my girlfriend recommended we go. The service was excellent. Karl took great care of us. We had the spicy calamari app, blackened tuna and Chilean seabass. All excellent twist on flavor. I have added thus restaurant to my top five ever and would recommend everyone to try it. My only disappointment was the plastic dinner plates. and that's why I didn't give full five stars.
(4)
Steve G.
Beautiful atmosphere... but you can't eat atmosphere... That being said, everything else about the place was top-notch... Another Yelper had mentioned Jenna... Turns out she was our server.. everything thy wrote was spot on.. friendly, knowledgable and eager to please without hovering. R.J, I guess he's the manager, came over to our table as well to inquire how everything was... The dining experience was really good.. I had the mahi-mahi blackened with crab nd a bernaise sauce. My dinner partner had the salmon in a dijon honey sauce which she also liked. The other couple had the mahi and a hawaiian salmon, also with crabmeat. The signature side is the Spinach Maria.. creamed spinach with a bread crumb topping. I didn't order it because I'm trying to reduce a bit, but I did taste it and if I could, I would swim in it... wonderful... Dinner is not inexpensive, but so well worth it!!
(5)
Mark A.
My review is more of a suggestion to fix their website. I attempted to send them a message to purchase a gift card for my sister and brother-in-law. The system failed 4 times. I would recommend they look into this because you may be losing business due to a faulty webpage. They have no email address listed.
(2)
Brian W.
This is kind of a long story but worth the read. I got really sick eating here and they would do nothing to acknowledge the fault or reimburse my medical costs. With a seafood restaurant food safety is the MOST important thing and they clearly don't see it the same way... I was in town visiting my mom and she took me to Bimini Twist as a special treat. I ordered seared tuna and within 10 minutes of my first bite I was starting to feel funny - hot flashes, dizzy, stomach cramps. We quickly asked for our check and left thinking I just was getting sick. After getting to her house, around 15 minutes later, I was covered in red blotches and my heart was beating like a machine gun and my, how should I say this, trips to the bathroom were both frequent and forceful (sorry). Time for the emergency room. Once I got to the ER they immediately took me in because my heart rate was over 150 and I was bright red from my head to my thighs. I told them we had just been to dinner and I had tuna. The Doctor immediately diagnosed my with Scrombroid food poisoning. This is one of the few kinds of food poisoning which is VERY fast acting and easy to pin down to a specific food. In this case, tuna and other dark meat predatory fish. The poisoning is 100% caused by improper storage of fish. There was absolutely no question on the doctor's part as to the cause. Fortunately, the treatment is fairly easy (IV antihistamines) and you are pretty much better in 8 hours. Unfortunately, that still resulted in a night in the ER and a miserable day the next day at my baseball tournament. My mom was really upset since she is my mom and picked the restaurant, and called them to tell them what happened. They completely disregarded her and told her she couldn't prove I got sick from the food there. Mom told them she would get the ER diagnosis and send it to them. She did and they still denied having any responsibility and refused to offer any compensation (Mom was asking for reimbursement for the ER expenses). They again refused to offer anything and would not admit any responsibility. Moral of the story? Fancy decor and "hipness" is not important if a restaurant does not practice proper food storage. Even more importantly, a reputable establishment would want to take responsibility and appreciate being given the chance to. You are rolling the dice if you eat here.
(1)
Christopher D.
I recently found a hidden gem, and it's been right in front of my face for 2 years. This gem is otherwise known as "Bimini Twist". I live right across the street and never knew it was there. Recommended by my parents, I recently accompanied them to this hidden paradise. Located in a small corporate type business center. I arrived at Bimini with no expectations. On a Sunday evening Bimini was packed. At this point I was amazed that I've never noticed this place. The interior decor is top knotch. Plenty of cozy booths some open tables align the windows, and a welcoming Square bar awaited me to quench my thirst. The hostess informed our party that there was a 20 min. wait, and that was not an issue for me as I was as thirsty and could use an adult beverage. I ordered a round of three top shelf drinks and before we knew it our table was ready (about 5 mins.) I asked the bartender for the bill and when she told me $11 dollars I just about jumped over the bar to propose marriage. If you know cocktail prices in South Florida then you understand my exuberance. Onto dinner. Our waiter was polite, knowledgeable, and always available. The menu is on the small side, and I hope you like steak tips because you can pretty much get them with everything. They appear on the menu so often that the printer must have gotten sick of typing "FILET MIGNON STEAK TIPS MARINATED". Seriously this is a seafood place. Plenty of fish dishes from Lobster, and Crab to Yellow Tail, or Grouper. The Food was amazing. I had the Mac-Nut Crusted Yellowtail. with a side of Spinach Maria. Spinach Maria is basically a creamed spinach and is a hit in this place. Every table I saw had atleast one dish on it. Overall Bimini Twist is a 4 out of 5. I think i'll be trekking across the street again sometime soon.
(4)
RJ S.
I've been coming here for 10 years (my parents live in W Palm & this was one of their date night spots). Food, service, and experience have been consistently excellent. There's a nice mix of young and old, families and couples, casual to dressy. My Dad is now in a wheelchair and it is very accessible. It is always busy throughout the week so I'd recommend reservations. We usually arrive for dinner at 5pm, which is when they open, and the place is hopping in no time, even on weeknights. My favorite restaurant in W Palm. Lots of seafood but good chicken & steak choices too.
(5)
Linda E.
This a fantastic place to enjoy fresh seafood!! I had the sweet potato crusted grouper and spinach Maria service was just right
(5)
Dragos S.
if you don't feel like driving downtown this is really the best restaurant in the area. Great food, great ambiance.
(5)
Lori M.
This used to be our favorite place. So many things have changed & not for the better. The food is good but being watched by the owners as you eat felt very uncomfortable. They are both there every time I've gone in. Our first stop is the bar to wait out the hour for a table & the male & female bartenders were not only slow but down right rude. If you're female I hope you don't need the restroom. The strong smell of urine as you open the door is so disturbing! Staff wearing name tags- where are we McDonalds? This place is very nicely decorated however that was purchased & already in place by the former owners. This is very sad. I've made this review only after visiting 4 times. But know I used to be at this place every Saturday night for over 4 years. I really wanted it to be a place a could go back to but I can no longer say I love Bimini Twist
(1)
Randy H.
The last time we dined here was 6/4/12. The experience was a disaster. My husband ordered steak tips and coconut shrimp. He ordered the steak medium and it came out rare. He was asked to slide the steak pieces on his bread plate to be recooked, even after we showed our waitress that the fried shrimp was now saturated in the juices from the meat. The manager who we were able to see in the dining room never came over to the table. After waiting 10 minutes with my fish getting cold, we decided to leave. We informed the waitress who insisted that we pay for the one diet coke consumed, and we agreed. It was our sixth wedding anniversary . It bothers me that the manager on duty did not care. We will never go back! Also, I tried to contact this establishment on several occasions directly following this incident and no one got back to me.
(1)
Gizelle A.
Loved it! It's quite far down that road from 95 but so worth it. Great ambiance, excellent food and service. We were very surprised at the reviews saying the outdoor appearance of the restaurant was low key. Anything but!! Nice burning fires, lights, just beautiful
(4)
Debbie W.
My favorite Western restaurant... Great Food!!!
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Carol C.
Our waiter was fabulous! Very attentive and quick. We ate before 6:00 so we also qualified for the early bird special and got 20% off our our meal! Definitely an older crowd that night - not sure if it was because it was so early, or because it was a Sunday or that's just always the way it is because this is South Florida? Good meal for the price!!
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kirsten d.
We went for Valentine's Day. There was a wait which was totally pleasant inside and outside. Even though the restaurant is set in a mostly vacant location just off Okeechobee, sitting outside with the tiki torches as we were waiting for our table was fun! Food and service was great!
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Darek M.
Definitely a hit! Its not at the beach but its got great architecture, cool decor and ambiance, great service, and very good food. The menu features lots of fish choices and the few that I tried were all very good. The house special potatoes are the best! I highly recommend them as well as the spinach as a side. The Ahi appetiser as excellent. I will be back!
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D'Andrea M.
Wow...ate the other night with my wife for our anniversary and it was absolutely wonderful! First class Service, with resonable prices is the reason they are so successful.
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Address :8480 Okeechobee Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL, 33411
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Rick D.
What a great find! Was recommended by a friend and quite impressed. The food was excellent as was the service and attention received at the bar. Prices were also very reasonable with good size portions. Would definitely go back.
(4)Mark L.
Rachel's service was excellent The crab cakes and maple mustard and sweet potato fries and spinach maria were EXCELLENT, as were the crspy basil salmon and baked potato. and quick, no cheap but so worth it.
(5)Jessie D.
I love this place! The food is awesome, fantastic staff and great atmosphere. Their calamari is always cooked to perfection and the desserts are wonderful. Bimini is pricey, we don't go often. On the weekends, even with reservations you will wait.You may wait a very long, so bring your patience. But when you finally get your table the staff will cater to you. 4 stars for the wait time with reservations.
(4)Sasi B.
Best Food and Best customer service you can get in Palm Beach County My family and I are always there for special occasion but today we are here for no reasons and Paul one of the Managers that's been here for 13 years now welcomed us with a great smile and small talk. Love this place!!!
(5)The B.
We have been here 3 times so far. I had gotten the Hogfish once when it was on special. I am so glad I did it was absolutely scrumptious. But normally I get the Chilean Seabass. Its expensive (close to $40) , but we do not come here often and a splurge is necessary once in a while. It melts in your mouth and is somewhat crispy maybe caramelized on the the edges... ohhh it makes my mouth water just typing this review. They have a spinach maria as a side dish. This is a must get, it is like a creamy cheesey spinach side. My husband usually gets a steak that he has barely cooked and he says its good, but I won't even try it. He likes the "cool center" type of doneness. I consider that to be raw and still cold. So I can not attest to his food since I won't eat raw beef. Reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is we had reservations and still had a wait one time, and another time the spinach maria must have sat under the heater for too long and when I pulled it out of the dish it comes in, I was able to pull it straight up for about 18 inches and it all stayed attached and had a rope like texture. I asked for a new one and the new one was perfect.
(4)Kim F.
This place is top notch. It's just so well run and the food is so fresh that it's no wonder it's almost impossible to get in on a weekend. In season, they have an area outside where you can sit and it's very pleasant and tropical. I had the surf and turf and the lobster was to die for, incredibly well cooked, juicy and tender. The steak was excellent too. They pour a mean martini so be careful, you'll get a little bit plowed!!
(5)Romm D.
Been coming to this restaurant since I first came in June and so far have not been disappointed. Great atmosphere and Staff are all friendly. I like eating good food and always go for what's recommended by the server. If it's bad, don't expect me to come back. So far, have not been disappointed with any of the food I have ordered. This place has a tropical atmosphere and the best thing is, although the place gets filled up, the tables are well placed to enjoy each other's company.
(5)Aldo A.
My wife and I always drive by this place so we decided to give it a try. We ordered the hogfish piccata and the shrimp scampi. My wife loved her fish, I tried it and it was seasoned and cooked perfect. My scampi was really good and recommend by the manager. I would totally recommend this place.
(5)Jen S.
This is a really nice place, a bit pricey but it's well worth it. I had the Hawaiian salmon topped with crab and hobby had the rigatoni chicken, both were excellent. Btw we had spinach artichoke dip and were pleased that they used real spinach in itso good.
(4)Rachael G.
Food is good, but the service is really good everyone was really nice and the bar guy makes the best drinks
(4)Nighthawk H.
It wasn't bad. It wasn't great. It was just okay honestly. I'm not sure what all the hype about this place is. The service was good though. I had the Shrimp Scampi and it was good but it didn't blow my mind. It's pretty expensive for food that is just "okay."
(2)Jesse W.
We were up visiting my sister and stopped in here right before they closed. I hate being those people but we were super hungry. We sat at the bar and Cindy waited on us. Excellent service! We had a bottle of wine and the lump crab appetizer off the gluten free menu. Then we shared the ahi tuna entree and the Mediterranean chicken and shrimp both were DELICIOUS! Which to me is impressive since we were there at the end when the chefs want to got home but the dishes were prepared very well. Left very satisfied and very impressed.
(5)Katie L.
Delicious meal but what stood out more was AMAZING service. I believe our servers name was Weston and he was perfect from beginning to end. Honestly nowadays I care more about having a wonderful dining experience with great service vs horrible service but fantastic food. We will definitely be coming back here!
(5)Lisa N.
Very average, ...at best. I feel generous giving two stars. We dine out almost every night, and were very unimpressed with this place. We both agreed it rates a notch above TGI Friday's. The service was less than stellar. Seems like the waiter couldn't be bothered. We asked a question about the food preparation; he returned 5 minutes later without an answer, actually telling us "oh, I couldn't find the chef to ask him." Funny. I ordered a starter salad, with no onions, it arrived 10 minutes later with onions. When I asked another server (couldn't find our waiter) for a replacement without onions, he seemed irritated, but a new salad eventually arrived - after we got out main courses. "Flash fried" macadamia crusted yellow tail snapper - was deep fried. Could have been anything under the "crust." Reminded me of Arthur Treacher's fish and chips. Spinach Maria had an off night. It was dry and tasted just okay. Garlic bread, while served warm, was bland, doughy, and dry. My sea bass was okay/good, ($38.00..., really?) but they should have used some of the pool of butter the accompanying asparagus were swimming in to add flavor to the garlic bread. For the caliber of food, they should not be charging such high prices. Otherwise, we had a lovely evening. .
(2)Ken P.
The place was really nice. The menu was great. The service was awesome, lots of servers and helpers so even though the place was crowded, our orders were taken quickly and delivered promptly. I was extremely satisfied with our appetizers. Calamari cooked perfect and crispy. The Bimini bang shrimp were perfect. The lobster bisque was the best I ever had with lots of lobster pieces. I was very disappointed with my macadamia but crusted yellowtail snapper. Really didn't taste like much. The side of spinach maria was awesome. I also thought my raspberry mojito was a bit odd. They used club soda, which I thought was odd. Friends lived the crab cakes and I tasted the scallops and they were delicious. Overall, a great place. I should have never experimented with the snapper. (My first time having snapper.) I would definitely recommend and got back again if I'm ever back in West Palm
(4)Deone W.
Disappointing! Food was ok, I'm very surprised that they use Cool Whip on their cheesecake. Service was fine.
(3)Ben S.
Our first visit to BT came after passing by it many times (it took a while to notice it) and after reading some reviews. My expectations were high and I like all kinds of places but I expect the food and service to be appropriate with the price point. We arrived a bit late in the evening so there was no wait. The restaurant was very nice and clean. The service was quick and welcoming. We ordered a shrimp scampi and a lobster bisque soup. My soup came along with my wife's salad. The salad was ok, basic iceberg lettuce, but my wife found several pieces of the hard white lettuce that she doesn't like. The soup was great, and had a touch of sherry. The server brought some additional sherry to the table in case I wanted to add some. I didn't. There was a large chunk of lobster that looked great. It was a bit tough, I thought, but the real problem was when I tasted it. It was very fishy! Lobster should never taste fishy, so I sent it back. I was offered some lobster bisque soup "without the lobster" which I declined. I was not offered another soup, but the item was removed from my bill. The scampi was ok, but we both agreed that it was no better than what we had had elsewhere for about $10 less. So, nice evening, but certainly not 5-star quality. 3 -stars for good service and atmosphere.
(3)Rastus U.
This isn't Legal Sea Foods!! We live in Boston in the summer, so we are spoiled or maybe know what's good. Don't go here. Overpriced, Didn't honor our reservations. Told us 10 minute wait and it took nearly half an hour. Food is overpriced and mediocre. Real formula outfit. Not sure if it is a chain, but feels very corporate. Crab cakes are salty and overloaded with breadcrumbs. Tuna tacos contained tiny pieces of over-cooked fish, soggy tacos, and under-ripe tomatoes. Fish was over cooked and drenched in butter. Best things were the bread and onion rings, but you can get them lots of places.
(1)Kimberly M.
Overall experience 3 stars Food gets 4 stars Service gets 2.5 We were seated 25 minutes late after our reservation. The waiter had some strengths, but not constant throughout the service. He had a rocky start and a rocky end. Maybe we were cranky from being hungry and waiting for our table so long. He handed us the drink menu and immediately asked if we knew what we wanted before we could open the menu. Didn't really get our whole order, before leaving the table. And had disappeared at the end. He was helpful with questions about the menu and was quick to return throughout the meal. He was very good at rectifying our very cold french fry situation. The menu is a classic menu. I personally had trouble finding lighter options on the menu, even the seafood dishes almost all had butter. Everything we ordered we were very happy with. The restaurant is large with a nice atmosphere. Busy bar and nice seating. Parking was easy. Would we come back, maybe, but no rush to do so.
(3)Pamela P.
Food Is always excellent and the service is the best around. Managers are awesome. Atmosphere is nice. I am a fan. I will come back over and over again.
(5)Susanne H.
Great atmosphere, odd location though, I never noticed it until a friend invited me to meet her for dinner. We sat outside which was nice. The waitress was quick and attentive. The food was great, although I thought a little pricey for what it was. I got the mahi which was seasoned just perfectly. The manager walked around and was taking pictures to be posted on Facebook, which I thought was nice. The sangria was good, but a bit weak.
(4)Bri W.
Great food! Atmosphere pretty nice for a small family or date. Had the lobster and crab cakes and fell in love!
(4)Dante D.
Went on yelp to get times open an they close at 9:30 I got there at 9:15 and the hostess told us that the kitchen was closed I mean they are only open for 4 and a half hours at least serve food the whole 4 and a half hours. Never again
(1)Cheryl W.
Close to West Palm Airport. Better food than expected with good service. Ok for a local bar scene but I would travel for it!
(2)Susan B.
The service from the wait staff is attentive, professional and friendly. The GM here clearly knows how to hire and train his servers. We eat there a lot and know the place and the menu fairly well. Some direction needs to be given to the front desk staff because they spend too much time talking to each other and make little effort to create brand loyalty. An older woman with a walker was trying to get through the entrance door and three young women just stood and watched and not one made an effort to open the door for her...a manager walked by and instructed them to help the lady but not one made an effort to to do so. While we were waiting for the rest of our party, a young mother trying to exit dropped her purse which opened; she had 2 young children with her as her husband had left to get the car. Not one of the front desk personnel offered to help her gather up her things which was a task in a crowded place. We do not give BT 5 stars because of the lackadaisical attitude of the front desk staff - they are not rude, just uninterested. The manager, a balding gentleman in a brown print shirt, was everywhere and came by our table to check on us twice but our meal and service was excellent as usual. Some remedial training is needed for the front desk staff as they are the only negative, besides the excessive noise, at BT. The food is always good and the seafood is fresh; it is not inexpensive but we find the food priced fairly. Non-seafood dishes abound and are also well prepared. I wish they would replace some of the attractive stone and wood with sound absorbing materials and retrain the front desk staff but, all in all, this is top notch VERY successful restaurant with strong following.
(4)Chris P.
The Bimini Twist is, by far, the best overall dining experience we've had anywhere in the area. The decor is classy and upscale, the service as good as it gets. Another big selling point for the Twist is they got a perfect score from the health department earlier this summer, one of the few ever handed out. We each started with the Avocado B.L.T. Eggroll, which is excellent. Avocado, chicken, tomato, lettuce, Monterey Jack cheese and applewood smoked bacon rolled into a crispy wonton and served with a dipping sauce that tastes like a spicy remoulade with a smokey, complex flavor that is wonderful. The lobster bisque is legendary and earns its reputation with rich flavors blended with big chunks of lobster meat. If the server offers a teaspoon of sherry for the bisque, get that. The sherry adds just a hint of alcohol effervescence which blends perfectly with the bisque. They serve it with crackers but anyone putting crackers in that bisque deserves to be beaten with sticks. My only regret was the wedge salad. It's just a wedge and there's not really much you can do with that. That was my fault, not theirs. Seriously, where did I think they were going to go? It's a hunk of lettuce with tomatoes and smoked bacon. Next time I'm going to get the ceasar with anchovies. My wife had the filet which is a generous 8 oz portion served with mashed potatoes. It was cooked perfectly and came with a generous side salad. I had the seafood pescatore which is Italian linguine, mussels, shrimp, scallops, and calamari in a red sauce. It was excellent and delivered in portions even I couldn't finish. The sauce could use a tweak and I would like if there was more of it, but I'm comparing it to The Garlic in New Smyrna Beach, which would get my vote as one of the best restaurants in Florida. I would still order it again. Our server was sharp, professional, quick to laugh and personable without being overly friendly. As close to perfect service as we've ever gotten. We had both the manager and assistant manager come by to see how we were doing but neither tarried. It's obvious the staff cares about what they do, they're not just going through the motions, and that's the highest compliment I can award any establishment. The Twist is expensive but the bill was lower than we expected considering the atmosphere, the service and size of the portions. You may pay more at Bimini Twist, but you get more in return and that works for us. Bimini Twist gets my first, only and very difficult to earn 5 star rating and now ranks as my personal favorite in West Palm. During the season you'll definitely need reservations and get there early if you can. From October through March it's going to be packed every night, so be patient if you want to go during prime time.
(5)Jim F.
The service was just excellent. Our waitress was always available when needed. The Chilean Bass was a sexually erotic experience, just extraordinary! My straight up Manhattan martini glass came filled to the rim to start our dining experience.
(5)Samuel D.
Small portions with a high price. Atmosphere is nice but doesn't make up for the lackluster food.
(2)Skip B.
Yes...it is quite a ways West of West Palm Beach down Okeechobee Blvd. I mean well west of the Turnpike kind of west. But it is with the drive. The seafood is fantastic as are the steak options. The service is great. Not cheap but not crazy high, sides are included with the entrees. I eat here A LOT when I am in West Palm Beach for business and I have never been disappointed with my choice. About the only downside is that it is VERY popular so make a RSVP no matter what night it is but especially on Thur, Fri or Sat evenings. Even with a RSVP you might wait a bit but the waits can be very long without one. But restaurants that are bad don't usually have people lining up out the door waiting to eat do they? It is worth the wait but the wait will be shorter if you make a RSVP. If you have a RSVP on Mon, Tue, Wed you will be whisk right to your table.
(5)DR. Joel R.
We were recommended by a neighbor I thought it was all great I had bull nosed snapper and fiancé had chicken Both were filling and tasty Waitress Ashley good not have been nicer very accommodating Atmosphere was pleasant We will go there again
(5)Mark G.
We have been going to this restaurant for special occasions for several years now. We keep returning despite the distance from our homes. And we go back repeatedly because we have never been disappointed. Attentive waitstaff, delicious food. Tonight, I had the ultimate clam chowder. It used 3 different types of clams and it was very tasty. Bimini bang shrimp was delicious as were the conch fritters. And I tried something new tonight ... the Chilean sea bass which featured an Asian glaze that gave it so much flavor. The fish was still very flaky and moist, something which I can't do when I am making fish at home on our George Foreman grill. ;) Just be aware that the wait may be very long and it may take a while for the meal to be served. But it is very nice ambience and well worth the wait. tripadvisor.com/ShowUser…
(5)Michael F.
First off, the food was excellent! ! Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and was well taken care of. If you're looking for great food, go here. Now, the reason this place lost 2 stars was due to the wait. The prior time we dined here we waited almost 40 minutes for a table, so this time, my 5 year wedding anniversary, I called 5 days in advance and made a reservation for 7pm. We arrived at 6:50pm, fully expecting a 15 to 20 minute wait. The lobby was near empty when we walked in, so I thought maybe it wouldn't even be that long. Well, the lobby filled up quickly. I finally got a little anxious at 7:15 when the lobby was almost empty again and filling back up. After witnessing countless people who arrived after us get seated, I made it very apparent that I was miffed. My wife and I were finally seated at 7:48pm!!! I will never come back to Bimini Twist.
(3)Janice B.
We decided to try Bimini Twist after a very long hiatus. When we first moved into the area in 2004, we went with neighbors and while the food was good, it didn't pull us back again. We had been getting recommendations from neighbors and decided to try it on a Saturday night for an early (6:30 pm) dinner. The website was easy to navigate and linked to Open table (which I love since it makes my life easier) and we headed over. We arrived a few minutes early and were seated within a few moments in a booth by the bar area. The restaurant was very little like we remembered it since it was well lit and tastefully decorated. The manager came up and introduced himself to use right away and told us he had seen that we had indicated on the reservation that it was our first visit. We explained our long absence and he told us that they had changed owners @ 7 years ago and he was looking forward to changing our opinion. Our waiter was attentive and very professional and quickly took our drink orders and returned with them as quickly ( unfortunately a rarity in many places) and he assisted us in making our choices. We ordered the Shrimp Scampi and the Basil crusted Salmon with side salads and an appetizer of lump crabmeat cocktail. The food arrived at a good pace ( not too fast and he paced delivery with our eating ( and drinking) and was just the right level of attentive during the meal.. The food was excellent and both of us remarked that we would definitely order the same dishes again without question. A very pleasant surprise and we will be returning to (and recommending ) this well run restaurant.
(5)Jade C.
My family has been visiting the Palm Beach area once or twice a year since 2009. We ate here our first summer here and I have pretty much demanded we go back every time we are back in the area. The food is amazing. Service is amazing, maybe even too good... One time I got up to go to the bathroom and came back to find my napkin neatly folded on the table. I laughed and asked my mom if she got bored and folded it. She said "no. The waiter came by after you got up and folded it." I'm not sure if this is normal or if this particular guy was perhaps OCD. We thought it was funny! Anyway... Always amazing food here-- I have had every salmon dish on the menu, the spinach dip, bangin shrimp, and other items. I have never been disappointed, especially since the summer I turned 21. Their drinks are delicious and attempting to drink my late father under the table at this restaurant is a very fond memory of which I will always cherish. I will always come back here.
(5)Toria F.
Great service, Great food! Chillean sea bass is amazing!
(5)Kristan M.
My boyfriend and I were trying to find a nice, new place to eat when a row of palm trees with a gorgeous sign all lite up caught our attention. We felt we had to go in!! To no surprise the inside was just as nice as the outside and the food, drinks and service were phenomenal. Loved it and definitely will be going again
(5)Norman F.
I've been to Bimini multiple times and have never had a bad experience. The service is always top notch. Yes, they are often busy, and this isn't fast food. And you're not getting served thawed frozen things off a Sysco truck, so it's not the cheapest place in the world. But the quality is awesome. I recommend trying the spinach maria. It's sinfully delicious and I'm not a spinach fan. The bangin bimini shrimp is a great appetizer. Not too spicy, but very tasty. You can't go wrong with any of their fish dishes. Always fresh and never overcooked. And try the Bimini Gold Martini. Pineapple infused. This place is great for special occasions or when you just want to treat yourself to a wonderful dining experience.
(5)C P.
We have not been here for many years. The place was as popular as ever. Very busy. We were a large party and our server was excellent. The food is mediocre. The stars are for our service. If they can take food to the next level, they will earn the last star.
(4)Frank B.
Summary: AWESOME! A must "Go To" if you in the area but be sure to make reservations for any size party Service was excellent (Mandy) and their entire whole staff was very attentive to all our needs. The manager took their "Thursday Night Photo's" of our group and came by at least three times to be sure everything everything was fine. The day we went it was a brisk 69 degrees so we decided to eat outside. The ambiance had a cute flare to it with their twinkle lights around the palm trees, tiki torches, and lush greens and bushes that offset the highway enough that made it very pleasurable. Cocktails ranged from from: (great presentations and nicely prepared) ~Godiva Chocolate Martini ~Titto Vodka Martini ~Watermelon Martini ~After Dark Martini We started off with an order of ~Conch Fritters (a small order of only 4 fritters ~ could be a little more generous) ~Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip with warm nacho chips to dip with ~Wasabi Drizzle Blackened Ahi Tuna (excellent) ~Bimini Tuna Tacos (oh my) Then we went to: ~Ultimate Gourmet Three Clam Chowder (Awesome ~ That was incredibly rich, undeniably gourmet, made from Ocean Clams, Sea Clams, and Cockle Clams.) ~Classic Ceasar Salads (refreshing hearts of romaine lettuce tossed with a housemade classic ceaesar dressing, golden baked croutons, anchovy filets (if you like) and shaved reggiano parmigiano cheese) ~Wedge Salad with Applewood Smoked Bacon (A crunchy Ice Cold Wedge of Iceberg Lettuce with Vine Ripened Tomatoes and Crisp, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Dressed with our Housemade Blue Cheese Dressing) Entrees ranged from: ~Ahi Tuna - Blackened (sushi grade tuna blackened on the outside, cool on the inside. drizzled with sweet chili and wasabi cream sauce) ~Shiitake Style Tilapia (fresh tilapia topped with shiitake mushrooms, garlic, shallots then sauteed in lemon, white wine and butter) ~Maple Mustard Grilled Salmon (fresh atlantic salmon grilled and basted with our maple mustard sauce) ~Seafood Pescatore (imported Italian Linguine, Mussels, Shrimps, Scallops, Calamari Then Tossed In a Red Seafood Sauce and served with a House Salad) Everyone got two sides ranging from a: ~Sweet Potato Fries (get them extra crispy they are excellent) ~Spinach Maria (Yummy) ~Baked Potatoes ~Seasonal Vegetable (asparagus) Desert: ~Flan Cheesecake (very light, great taste and texture) ~Apple Crisp (great crust, filling and with a side of super vanilla ice cream) ~ Chocolate Layer Cake (fluffy and creamy filling) If you are in the area I strongly suggest that you go and try this establishment! It's a sure winner... Cheers!
(5)Karen C.
Called to make a reservation for a Family get together for 12 and I was told I had to call back the next day and speak to manager to get the reservation. I called back the next day and was told by the manager that he can't accommodate our party. Very poor attitude and service!
(1)Russell G.
They always nail the food! All 3 meals were as ordered and very much appreciated. The execution of our reservation was an F- as we arrived at 6:55 for a 7:00 reservation and were finally seated at 7:45. Obvious over booking, why take reservations? Dessert was ordered looking forward to their apple crisp only to be told it was not available, disappointed. 3 stars only because of the dinners.
(3)Mike I.
This place is great. I've eaten here twice years apart and both times the food and service was stellar. I will be going back again very soon.
(5)Marlun G.
Food is good, nothing great compared to other restaurants I've tried in the past locally. My wife & I had the salmon dishes. Service is awesome very nice atmosphere ample parking but food was a bit too pricey. For similar prices you can go to seasons 52 or Melting pot. Ijs.
(4)Anthony C.
As the name implies they have a nice little twist on the classic steakhouse seafood jonra of restaurant! The lobster bisque was delicious and my medium rare steak was fabulous! I will definitely be coming back to this establishment once again! I can't wait to bring friends from out of town to try their food
(4)Dina D.
Another delicious dinner at Bimini Twist! The Pacific Seabass was fabulous. Jenna is wonderful. Kudos to RJ and Paul also. This is my favorite place for dinner!
(5)Audrey S.
Our first time at Bimini Twist and it was excellent! I made reservations online for my husband's birthday and we were seated right away on a Saturday night at 6:30. Our waitress was very accommodating and attentive since it took us a while to decide on our entrees. We started with the conch fritters for an appetizer which was delicious and served with great dipping sauces. For our entrees I had the Hawaiian salmon and my husband had the scallops. Both were excellent! I LOVED the spinach Maria as a side! My husband loved his mashed potatoes and green beans with almonds. The best part was the complimentary ice cream to celebrate. What a great touch! We will definitely go back!
(5)Stephanie T.
Amazing. Absolutely amazing. I was so impressed! I've worked in restaurants for years and I was blown away by the food quality and Reed 's impeccable service. I had the shrimp scampi and my boyfriend had the basil salmon. Both perfectly portioned and amazingly seasoned. Will definitely be back!
(5)Barbara N.
Mostly fish, but good ribs and great steak tips. This visit no salad was offered as part of the pricey meal. Took way too long to get our wine. Service was spotty. Spinach Maria is always a hit as a side. Must think they are in Palm Beach with those prices!
(3)Oscar L.
We are new to the area and were driving through looking for a place to eat. We noticed the Bimini Twist sign and researched it's menu and found it to our liking. The ambiance and decor was very nice and our server (Reed) was very polite. We ordered an appetizer of their version of the popular "bang bang shrimp" these were good and were on par for their price range ($11). My wife ordered Mediterranean chicken and shrimp and I ordered coconut shrimp. Both these entrees were $23-26. My coconut shrimp was on par with bowling alley coconut shrimp (TERRIBLE). My wife's chicken was slimy so she left it and ate her sides. We both got mashed potatoes and onion rings. Both were terrible. I was expecting real potatoes and not boxed when I saw the price range of the restaurant. If they aren't boxed then they sure taste like it. The onions weren't sweet but I can't say too much about those. I took one bite of my shrimp and one small piece of my onion rings and set my plate aside. Our server informed the manager but we were still charged for the plate. This should have been taken care of without me asking. I asked to speak to the manager (Paul). I informed him that the right thing to do would be to not charge me for the dish. He agreed and our server came back with a new check but Paul charged me for the sides that came with my dish. As if I wasn't already annoyed...and HUNGRY I had to tell our server to consult with Paul that I wasn't paying for my sides that I didn't eat. All in all, I'll never go back. It seems like I'm one of the few leaving a negative response. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing at this restaurant or maybe most of their patrons have bad taste (I doubt it). I think I came on a bad day or ordered the wrong thing. I ended up tipping Reed on what the total would have been including my dish because unlike Paul the manager, I know to do the right thing. I could get over the food but to have to battle with the manager to not charge me for my dish was uncalled for. Do the right thing people. You lost me forever and I love seafood. Shame.
(1)Joan G.
Great local restaurant. Lots of ambiance. Food consistently excellent. Service always great and reasonably priced. I had the hog snapper and Cesar salad. Wonderful! My husband had the snapper, which he thoroughly enjoyed. We have never had a disappointing meal here.
(4)Lili M.
Went to dinner Saturday night. I have been to Bimini Twist plenty of times, but have not been there in a while. It was busy as usual, but the service was not as good as it used to be. The food was good, but in the past there was constantly a waiter refreshing your water ans seeing is there was anything else you needed. The prices have gone up from the last time I went there.
(3)Brian M.
The service was great. I had the King Crab legs and they were already cracked and cut, making for a much more enjoyable experience. They were market price which came to be too expensive, even for The experience. They were delicious though. All the food came out beautifully prepared and delicious. The atmosphere is as if your on a cruise ship.
(5)Diana M.
Excellent food, excellent service, excellent location, food is delicious from apps to main entrée, drinks made just right, not pricy at all to my surprise! Dress attire casual but neat! Outdoor seating, absolutely love the place!!!
(5)Michelle M.
Where should I start. Michael our waiter was amazing. The ambiance was awesome.The diners were a mixture of different races and cultures. Michael suggested martinis they were great. The lobster bisque was loaded with lobster chunks. The coconut shrimp exquisite. I had the Hawaiian salmon with rice and the spinach maria it was awesome. My hubby had the shrimp scampi he cleaned his plate.We will definitely visit when we are in the area again. They need one in NJ.
(5)Linda F.
After many many years of coming to this restaurant we have decided to take it off of our list. It is far from the quality of food that they offer. We had a 7:30 reservation and made the reservation in the middle of the week. We requested that we sit outside. After waiting until 815 to get the table we approach the manager and asked what was happening. His attitude was horrible and told me that he cannot honor a reservation at a particular table. We asked him why he took it knowing that he could not honor it and his response was why would I not take it. His attitude was horrible and after waiting until 830 my party walked out
(3)Sol R.
Great ambiance and food is delicious. Steak tips and coconut shrimp is my favorite dish to order. Macadamia-nut Crunchy Yellowtail Snapper is a favorite as well. I recommend ordering a side of Aioli sauce to dip steak in it! yummy. Spinach Maria on the side along with ricepilaf is the norm for me!
(4)Michael G.
Decided to go to Bimini Twist for our anniversary dinner this year. We were comparing this place with another seafood restaurant and a wine restaurant and settled in Bimini Twist. We didn't regret our decision. The food was very good. We both got seafood entrees. The wait staff was very professional and helped us make our decisions and relayed our questions to the kitchen if he couldn't answer them. We will definitely come back here.
(4)M K.
The Scallop Boat ($30) was terrible; served grossly undercooked, and soggy. The scampi sauce on it, like the scallops, had no spice, no taste, like water. I had my companions taste it and sent it back after they agreed. I had to remind the waiter to bring one of the side dishes I ordered that they had neglected to bring. The Spinach Maria might have been good if not laden with salt which overpowered the taste of the ingredients. I had to ask twice during the meal for silverware. Several of my friends sent back their Cola sodas which they claimed tasted funny, like soap. I have never before seen coffee served and THEN after, we are asked if we desire a desert. My companions basically enjoyed their meals. One of them shared his steak with me which was tasty. The service overall seemed cordial, yet rote. They did offer me another meal, which I declined, and took the one I sent back off the bill. I was very disappointed with my experience at Bimini Twist. It had to be the worst in a long time. I would not go back there.
(2)Judy L.
My husband and I had the lobster bisque, Bimini Shrimp and Shrimp Scampi with Spinach Maria and it was all so delicious! A little on the expensive side but portions are good, food is delicious and service is great, very friendly!
(5)Dianne D.
Undoubtedly one the best restaurants we've ever visited. From the moment we walked in the door and were cheerfully greeted and immediately seated, to the meal, everything was top notch. The food was fantastic. We both had the crab dip which was amazing and we both had the lobster bisque. The bisque was the best we've ever eaten, bar none. I had the yellowtail with crab and Bearnaise and my husband had the grilled shrimp and steak tips. Everything was delicious and perfectly cooked. The bisque was a tip from the lovely Melissa, one or the best most polite servers we've ever had. She kept our drinks fresh before we knew we needed it and was a complete friendly delight. Her professionalism and friendly demeanor made the whole experience that much better. This is our new favorite place, hope you will learn to love it too!
(5)Kathrine T.
Great ambience, good wine and one of the best steaks I have had at a restaurant. I look forward to going back to Bimini Twist to dine again soon!
(5)Lauren S.
One of our favorite date night places. Great cocktails and the beef tips are amazing!
(4)Michael L.
Outstanding food, outstanding service & outstanding management! Best restaurant in the local area.
(5)Gary W.
Another great evening. Food and service is always the best!!! A wonderful place to take visiting family for a truly Florida Sea Food experience.
(5)Will G.
This was our second visit here and it was just as good as the first. Great place, great food, and great service. Very clean. Mike our server was very helpful and quick. We will return.
(5)Arianna M.
Made online reservations through yelp app. Made it to the restaurant 30 minutes before reservations and were seated within 3 minutes of arrival. The staff was very welcoming and attentive. The food was AWESOME, the atmosphere was GREAT. The service was EXCELLENT.
(5)Ryan C.
The service and drinks were good unfortunate that is all the good I can say. You would be better off going to Outback. I ordered the New York strip and lobster tail with smashed potatoes. The reason for one star the smashed potatoes are instant potatoes. WOW really you can't even make real mashed potatoes? Outback's garlic mashed taste 5 star compared to the texture and taste of what I was served. My steak was tough, and had very little juices. It was not over cooked and seasoned good just quality of the meat was dry as a bone even though the center was med rare. I am very disappointed at what they charge for institutional food. Hopefully management will change the quality of frozen meat and boxed potatoes they serve.
(1)Tammy P.
No matter how many times I visit them they always are fabulous! Doesn't get any better than this.
(5)Keisha E.
I had the Hawaiian salmon and lump crab meat; it was excellent! I also had two of their Bimini twist cocktails. The restaurant is on a major street, but manages to keep some ambiance with soft lights and tropical trees near the windows. The service was great. My only issue was that our table was up on the bar, somewhat looking out over the other tables, less than 10 feet from the front door. There were tons of hungry people waiting at the door and starting at us. I know they were just hungry but I blame the restaurant for not having a foyer for waiting diners.
(4)Leah P.
Had an excellent dinner here for my little cousin's birthday last night. Our table had grilled sea bass, the seafood rustica, the filet and the sea bass piccata. Not one bite was left on anyone's plate. Our sever was extremely attentive and our glasses were never more than half empty. Wonderful experience all around!!!
(5)Junot F.
So, finally went to Bimini Twist this past weekend while down in West Palm Beach visiting family. This place is right across the street from my parents and for some reason I had never made it there. They should consider revamping their sign out front... really gives the impression that this place is old and quiet (typical West Palm Beach). Inside it's very different. They also have great outside seating for when the weather is nice. For some reason I was expecting it to be dead and boring inside. Quite the opposite. We went last Friday and the place was packed. Had a couple of good martinis at the bar before we were seated. We ordered fillet mignon (great cut and cooked well), steak tips (also done really well), Chilean sea bass (dad said it was delicious and well prepared) and the steak and crab cake (would pass on the crab cake next time says my husband who grew up in Maryland). We ordered a couple of soups too... all delicious and flavorful. The service was quick and friendly. The ambiance was energetic for being West Palm Beach. Will definitely make this a regular place to go with the family on future visits.
(4)Peggy S.
Thank you for an outstanding dining experience! Paul was attentive the moment we arrived. Drinks on the patio were fabulous. Our experience continued with wonderful service- thanks Reed and staff! Filet and lobster tail were delicious, the Ahi Tuna was perfect...Friendly, Fabulous...and definitely worth the trip back....
(5)Erin L.
This place is really good. It's fresh seafood prepared in a fun, fresh, unpretentious manner. Portions are generous, and the sides are good too. (I can highly recommend the spinach Maria) Apple crisp is a must for dessert.
(4)Cory M.
Great spot close to the acreage. Always busy but we got at table for 2 on a Tuesday with no wait. Had the sea bass, cooked perfectly. Spinach maria side is excellent and they do great drink specials Mon-Wed evenings. Server was very polite and attentive and manager stopped by towards the end to ask how our meal was, nice touch. Ocean decor works well in person, looks a little cheesy in the photos online but once you see it in person it works.
(5)James V.
I wanted to like this place so much because my cousin said it was great. The banging shrimp were pretty tasty as an appetizer, but it went downhill from there. I ordered the grouper, and it was literally STINKY. It smelled way too strong for a fish that was supposed to be fresh and COOKED. We notified the waiter who brought over the manager. The manager claimed the fish had been delivered that morning and hand cut. Whoever calls him/ herself a chef should have know from the smell to send that fish back to the person who delivered it. As I cut into the fish, I saw it was not cooked in the middle, and the smell got even stronger toward the uncooked parts. Total fail. We asked them to just take the plate away and take if off the bill because by then I'd lost my appetite. Instead they insisted on first recooking the same fish (YUCK). When I said no, they suggested bringing me another. The second one they brought smelled much better, but by then I no longer trusted them and wouldn't eat it. My companions thought the hog snapper they had was ok, but for the price, no, we won't be back. On the bright side, the blonde waitress we had was super nice.
(1)Michelle Z.
We went here for my birthday as family dinner. We wanted somewhere that was ok for kids, not too fancy and a step up from eating at a chain. We'd been there before and didn't love the food but wanted to give it another chance because of the good reviews. I love the atmosphere. Nice lighting and comfortable ambiance. Our waiter was a little slow to greet us at the table but he was very friendly and attentive after the initial greeting. We had the calamari, spinach dip and seared ahi tuna. All were delicious. Our waiter sold everyone at the table on their special. Red Snapper in a tomato sauce with olives and some other stuff. I was the only one who ordered the Sea Bass instead. No one liked the special. The sauce was over bearing and they put way too much of it on the plate. You could barely taste the fish. The Sea Bass was very good, excellent flavors. Everyone ended up eating off my plate. My husband only took one bite of his special and actually sent it back. The manager was nice and brought him a Sea Bass as a replacement very quickly. Overall we had a good time but i'm not sure if i'll go back. The food is really hit or miss.
(3)Roger A.
Our friends took us to Bimini Twist since they live down the street and really like the food. The food was fresh and delicious. The employees were nice and paid attention, keeping water glasses from becoming empty. My wife had the salmon with crab and I had the scallops. Both were very good. Why the four stars and not five? Two reasons; the parking entrance is only from the side street and it has the loud ruckus atmosphere of a sports bar. I just don't like paying that much when the ambient noise is such that it is a struggle to have a conversation where all four people can hear.
(4)Glen H.
Decided to give Bimini Twist a try the other night. We were seated quickly even though they were quite crowded. Although a bit noisy, service was prompt and attentive. We started with the lump crab meat cocktails, which were great. Then for entrees, I had the Chilean sea bass and my wife had the Seafood Rustica,( clams, shrimp, 1/2 lobster tail, scallops, and fish in provencal sauce over orzo pasta.) We kept trying each others plates and still haven't decided which one was the best. Overall,very,very good. A little pricey considering it feels like a strip store restaurant, but we will probably return just the same
(4)Jane L.
Very busy last night so we waited 25 minutes after or reservation time to be seated.We had a wonderful meal server was prompt and brought our food in a reasonable time. We split a wedge salad which needed extra dressing .There was one crumble of bacon but two large slices of tomato. The salmon with basil was well cooked and the crab cakes were tasty but not too spicey. The spinach was great and the green beans were crunchy.
(3)Ann F.
Nice atmosphere. Started off with calamari and conch fritters. Not a very generous serving of fritters but they were delicious- a little spicy kick to them. I had the Hawaiian aioli salmon with crab meat, I really enjoyed the aioli. The sweet potato fries were a little soggy, but an overall good dining experience.
(4)Mickey R.
I wish it didn't take me this long to try Bimini Twist because it was fabulous. Servers are very friendly and helpful.......from the starters to the entrees i was very pleased with everything. My wife and I enjoyed the bang bang shrimp for an app and my wife raved over the lobster bisque. The NY strip i had for an entree was so tender and cooked to perfection. I will be back
(4)STEVE G.
Have not been back to Biminy Twist for 3 years. Made a 7:00pm reservation. Showed up at 6:40 and did not get seated until 7:20. Was told they take reservations and seat people on a first come basis for that reservation spot. Was told they take too many reservations for each time slot as they want people to go to the bar. Menu has changed as it really has a lot to choose. Ordered maple glazed salmon as did my wife. Both dishes came out cold. My wife kept hers and I sent my dish back TWICE and it was still not hot. Waiter was very apologetic. Nobody came by to offer an apology. Place was very busy and noisy. Once I got a semi warm dinner, it was very good. Too noisy for my liking and did not like reservation system. I can grt salmon anywhere.
(2)Eileen G.
This restaurant is amazing! Whatever problems they were having they have resolved it! Food was fresh! Lobster bisque was fantastic! Being a Chef I highly recommend this restaurant! If you go in ask for Jenna she is a 5 STAR server!
(5)maria o.
I have to write again because this place has become my favorite place to go for dinner. My husband surprised me for my birthday by inviting my friends to join us. It was a wonderful surprise; as usual the meal was great. I want to tell you about the staff- this has to be one of the best group of workers. You have RJ, the manager- he makes you feel welcome all the time and takes his time to stop by every table. Whether it's your first time at Bimini or you've been there before you are always made to feel special. There is Jenna, if you want to feel very special make sure you ask for her. If you've been to Bimini before rest assured that Jenna will know what you like. She is attentive to those sitting at her tables. Not that she is the only one but she does stand out. The bar staff is just as wonderful but Amanda stands out as well. my friend Dina loves dirty Martini's and she knows how to make them right. I'm not the expert but Dina is. She also gets to know the regulars and knows what you like. I highly recommend this place if you want to be treated to a classy NY style ambience.
(5)Nadine S.
Good food. Too noisy to enjoy with friends.
(3)Mic H.
We had a light dinner tonight of a shrimp cocktail, bang bang shrimp cocktail, bowl of Lobster bisque, and a Caesar salad. Everything was great, and after having a late lunch, that was plenty of food. That still cost $44, so $$ on the price is a little low. One interesting note: we ate at about 7pm, and the average age of the crowd must be well over 70. I haven't seen so much gray hair except at a buffet ever. The waiter said the crowd gets younger as the night progresses. $7.95 charge to split a meal-of course. Handicapped parking is also full. We'll all be there someday.
(4)Ketty H.
This place is great. Very nice atmosphere. The hubby had the Filet & Tail and I had the Hog Snapper. Both were absolutely amazing. The service is also great. Brad took great care of us. Very attentive & made awesome recommendations. We will most definitely be back.
(4)Julie D.
I've been here twice in the last few months. The food was consistently good. The fish and vegetables were fresh. The service is definitely better the earlier you get there, as it fills up quickly and is a fairly large dining room. If you like creamed spinach, you must order the Spinach Maria. Its a house specialty. Servers are very friendly and diligent if they're not too swamped. I prefer to go before 6pm to get the discount which is welcome with seafood prices. But, I think it's one of the better seafood restaurants without the very high ticket items.
(4)David K.
Our group of four couldn't to be happier with our recent dinner at Bimini Twist....Mandy, our server was wonderful. Service was friendly and efficient, her recommendations were right on the money and she accentuated the dining experience in a most favorable way. The hog snapper was melt in your mouth delicious. The maple mustard glazed salmon was very, very good as well. The five layer chocolate cake was the perfect end point to the evening ....highly recommended!"
(5)Bud R.
My wife and I live in downtown WPB and have eaten at Bimini Twist many times. On Monday, Nov. 25, I ordered the mussels. The first one was fine, but each of the next two were bad in a way that only seafood (which I love) can be bad. I had to spit each one out. I told the server, asked him to please take them away and let the chef know, so that no other diner would be in danger, and requested just some plain grilled shrimp as a replacement. Before the shrimp (which were excellent) arrived, the waiter brought over a woman (perhaps his boss?) to our table. "You didn't like the mussels?," she asked. I explained that I'm very fond of mussels, but that these had simply gone bad. Soon after she left, a man in a plain shirt (manager?) came over and said, "I hear you didn't like the mussels." Although I was getting weary of being treated as if I were just a cranky customer, I politely told him that it wasn't a question of my not liking the mussels, it was a problem with the mussels themselves. Instead of apologizing, he said: "They just came in today," further proof to him, I guess, that I wouldn't know a bad mussel from a good one. End of story. I ate the shrimp, which were fine, was charged for everything and left, literally, with a bad taste in my mouth...
(2)Andrew L.
First time here on this Thursday and the Restraunt was a disaster... Made a EARLY 6pm reservation. Walked into a packed waiting area. When we got up to the "hostess" she was rude and obviously overwhelmed. She told us "we'll we are really busy and it will be 15 minutes. No problem... Well that turned to 50 minutes! When we checked back at the 30 minutes mark the hostess was very rude and confrontational. We sat down and quickly ordered since we were now an hour late for our other plans. 10 minutes later I was then informed that they were now out of the filet. One has to wonder if I would have been available an hour and 15 minutes ago? On the up side our server was good and the food was pretty good when it finally came. We asked for the manager when the bill came and got tired of waiting, so just paid the bill. May be a long while before returning to this place.
(2)Eric L.
The restaurant itself was not too bad. However, the manager/owner was rude when I had to complain about my meal. My meal came with a side of mashed potatoes and in the potatoes was black pepper. You could see, taste, and smell the black pepper and I personally found it over powering. When I complained to the manager, he DARED to question me saying "we don't use black pepper." Well, I'm here to tell you that they do and LOTS of it. It ruined my meal for me, the service was bad and I personally do not plan to return. Furthermore, I cannot comprehend how someone who owns a restaurant in the Royal Palm Beach/Wellington area can be so patronizing and dare to question his P.A.Y.I.N.G. customers. Handing us a business card and simply brushing us off by saying "next time you come in, I'll take care of you" is not how you solve the problem. You acknowledge the situation and take care of it on the spot.
(1)Elena N.
Had dinner with the family last Mother's Day weekend. Was looking forward to trying it out based on the good reviews. Have to say that it was a bit disappointing. Ambiance was great. Lots of people, all mixed groups - families, couples, big groups of friends. We had a short wait even with reservations but it wasn't more than 15 mins. Wait staff was excellent. Definitely great service, without a doubt. However, the food was not as goodl. Presentation was great but taste was bland. For the prices charged I did expect a lot more. Hubby had the baby back ribs. Full rack for 29.99. The ribs were dry and served without much sauce. It wasn't a dry rub, and ribs didn't fall off the bone. They didn't bring extra BBQ sauce either. I had the yellow snapper with jumbo crab meat. The snapper although fresh was really bland, the crabmeat too. Also 29.99. On the plus side, the kids were happy with their meals. My son had the steak tips , and he said they were excellent. My daughter had the pasta with marinara sauce. And she loved it too. I give it 3 stars based on the food alone. The ambiance was great, service was great. But since I'm a foodie, it really has to come down to the food and for the prices alone, I just don't think it was worth it.
(3)Susan D.
Everything was awesome! Would definitely go bsck!!
(5)Randy B.
Good place to take your Grandma for dinner. Lotsa twinkly lights. Oh, the food? Well, not interesting. Not over-cooked, but no flavors, and sauces were uninteresting to greasy. We won't be back.
(2)Eileen V.
Great food, good service. Older crowd so not a hip young hangout even though the hostess and service are. Prices are ok for food. It's always crowded on Fridays and weekends!
(5)Matt D.
Went on a Saturday night - party of twelve. Seated promptly. The place was not packed. Service was a little slow, waiting for drink orders, appetizers, bread. Had 7 o clock reservations. Did not get out until after 9. Food is good, well prepared, nicely presented. Drinks were decent. The biggest negative in my opinion was the slow, seemingly uncoordinated service.
(4)Jennifer S.
Nice place! The service was very friendly and helpful, the atmosphere was nice and the food was quite good. I enjoyed the sweet potato crusted grouper with spinach and rice...yum! The apple crisp dessert was delicious as well!
(4)Andria D.
Do not make a reservation. They will not honor it. They will make you wait over 45 min and tell you it'll be 30 more even tho you had a reservation. I'm so upset with them!!!!
(1)Gloria G.
Maybe it's just me?!!? We live so close to this restaurant we could walk. We had to try it when they 1st opened. It was mobbed & it took a long time to be seated. When we were finally seated I kid you not...a ladies rump (overflow from the bar) rested on my shoulder! That was my 1st experience. The 2nd was a Valentine's Day fiasco that made us swear we would never go back. Then, more recently, my hubby took business associates & they all had a great meal. My husband wanted to go back & take me. So we went for his b-day. I wanted to love this place but I was so underwhelmed. I looked at the menu & reviews o.l. before going & I knew I was going to have their lobster bisque, a signature dish. But I thought "signature" meant it would always be on the menu. My mouth was watering for it but my waiter had to deliver the sad news. They changed the menu for the summer months & lobster bisque was not an option. So I switched to their version of the bang-bang shrimp. I love it at another seafood restaurant & this did not come close. The shrimp was a little rubbery (not to mention that unspeakable line of "dirt", shall we call it?) & it was drenched in a hot mayonnaise sauce. It was a long time before our meals came out. I asked if they had scallops because they weren't on the menu & the waiter said they did so that was my entrée. I picked a baked potato & their spinach as my 2 sides. Reviews o.l. said they do wonderful things with spinach so I knew I would have that. It would have been delicious if it had been hot. The potato was not hot either. My husband had the grilled grouper with a baked potato & the veg. of the day; green beans almondine. He said his fish was dry & he thought it had been sitting under a light for awhile before our waiter brought it to us. I must stop here & let you know our waiter was so nice & helpful. Very polite. But, alas, he did not cook the food. I had 7 medium sized scallops in a delicious wine broth. Since it was not on the menu I was curious to know what they charged for 7 scallops & almost fell over when the bill came: $28! I don't mind paying that if the quality is there. And I know about the old adage, "If you have to ask, you can't afford it". That was NOT what was going on here! If they want to charge those prices, fine. But you had better make sure everything is perfect! It was far from that! So, rave reviews o.l. & all of my friends & neighbors raving about Bimini Twist will not get me to go back! That's why I say maybe it's me? I don't feel as if I am a picky, hard to please person. This is only the 2nd time in my life I have not enjoyed a meal in a restaurant! And trust me, I'm old, so that's a lot of restaurants! I can name 5 restaurants off the top of my head I would go to & recommend before Bimini Twist! You might want to rethink that-especially if you have to wait an obnoxiously long time! Go to Bone Fish Grill instead.
(1)Nikki S.
I just had to come check this place out after reading the other reviews and hearing about it from friends. We came here last night and were so pleased! The experience was truly amazing from start to finish. As we pulled into the parking lot, we noticed all of the trees and bushes were lit up (perfect for taking memorable pics). We saw they had a beautifully lit up patio with seating outside. Last but not least, we recommend this place 100% to anyone who is looking to enjoy a fabulous dinner, nice wine selection and wants to be treated as if they are the most important diner in the restaurant! Thank you Jenna and R.J., we will definitely be back very soon!
(5)Mike A.
This used to be a great place. Not so since the new owner took control! Seems like someone without prior restaurant experience. Unfortunately the great staff that is still in place is going to suffer as this business continues to change for the worst. This menu is moderate, not cheap. I think the order of mussels had six in the dish. A salad has one cherry tomatoes, cut in half (even if you buy it as an added side). This was not a fluke, it's portion control at its worst! Happened on many occasisions. "Part of the cut backs". They eliminated china plates and went with a plastic replica. These are great costing ideas for Deny's, but not for a place with these prices! The list is too long, but the bottom line it has changed and not in a good way. I read a review in here that mentioned the owner was rude. Yep. How about an owner who reserves a high top at the bar when the bar is packed with people waiting for a table. Why was it reserved? He was having dinner with his family, but wanted to hold that table at the bar for when they finished their meal. Not kidding, and others have noted this on other occasions. Very poor management, and it shows now in the food quality. Used to be Regular at one to two times per week. I only go back once every couple of months now just to see if he learned anything yet. So far, no go.
(1)Jeanne C.
Wow was fanatastic! We all ordered something different and tried a little of everything. Came with a friend who would only go to Bonefish for this type of food and was very impressed. Now states that he has 2 places for dinner! Loved it!
(4)Dan L.
Food very good. Extremely pricey..way up there
(3)Einapets W.
First our waiter had to repeat my order about five different times to get it straight... I don't know how much easier I can make a medium well burger with no bacon and caramelized onions be, however it proved to be too complicated for the guy. I chose not to go the fish route bc I was turned off by the disgusting aroma of fish and cleaning products when I walked in. When my burger arrived I was surprised with bacon and regular red onions instead of what I ordered. One of my friends ordered the hog snapper fish special which she was not impressed with and the beef tip portion was a joke. The waiter even offered us a free dessert when he sat us down bc he knew it was all our first time. Lets just say the waiter was stupid and forgot that also. I'm glad I finally got to to the restaurant with the "pretty" lights outside but I really wish I hadn't.
(1)Carl B.
Beautifully decorated with bamboo walls. Great environment for a date with that special lady. I was visiting from San Diego and my girlfriend recommended we go. The service was excellent. Karl took great care of us. We had the spicy calamari app, blackened tuna and Chilean seabass. All excellent twist on flavor. I have added thus restaurant to my top five ever and would recommend everyone to try it. My only disappointment was the plastic dinner plates. and that's why I didn't give full five stars.
(4)Steve G.
Beautiful atmosphere... but you can't eat atmosphere... That being said, everything else about the place was top-notch... Another Yelper had mentioned Jenna... Turns out she was our server.. everything thy wrote was spot on.. friendly, knowledgable and eager to please without hovering. R.J, I guess he's the manager, came over to our table as well to inquire how everything was... The dining experience was really good.. I had the mahi-mahi blackened with crab nd a bernaise sauce. My dinner partner had the salmon in a dijon honey sauce which she also liked. The other couple had the mahi and a hawaiian salmon, also with crabmeat. The signature side is the Spinach Maria.. creamed spinach with a bread crumb topping. I didn't order it because I'm trying to reduce a bit, but I did taste it and if I could, I would swim in it... wonderful... Dinner is not inexpensive, but so well worth it!!
(5)Mark A.
My review is more of a suggestion to fix their website. I attempted to send them a message to purchase a gift card for my sister and brother-in-law. The system failed 4 times. I would recommend they look into this because you may be losing business due to a faulty webpage. They have no email address listed.
(2)Brian W.
This is kind of a long story but worth the read. I got really sick eating here and they would do nothing to acknowledge the fault or reimburse my medical costs. With a seafood restaurant food safety is the MOST important thing and they clearly don't see it the same way... I was in town visiting my mom and she took me to Bimini Twist as a special treat. I ordered seared tuna and within 10 minutes of my first bite I was starting to feel funny - hot flashes, dizzy, stomach cramps. We quickly asked for our check and left thinking I just was getting sick. After getting to her house, around 15 minutes later, I was covered in red blotches and my heart was beating like a machine gun and my, how should I say this, trips to the bathroom were both frequent and forceful (sorry). Time for the emergency room. Once I got to the ER they immediately took me in because my heart rate was over 150 and I was bright red from my head to my thighs. I told them we had just been to dinner and I had tuna. The Doctor immediately diagnosed my with Scrombroid food poisoning. This is one of the few kinds of food poisoning which is VERY fast acting and easy to pin down to a specific food. In this case, tuna and other dark meat predatory fish. The poisoning is 100% caused by improper storage of fish. There was absolutely no question on the doctor's part as to the cause. Fortunately, the treatment is fairly easy (IV antihistamines) and you are pretty much better in 8 hours. Unfortunately, that still resulted in a night in the ER and a miserable day the next day at my baseball tournament. My mom was really upset since she is my mom and picked the restaurant, and called them to tell them what happened. They completely disregarded her and told her she couldn't prove I got sick from the food there. Mom told them she would get the ER diagnosis and send it to them. She did and they still denied having any responsibility and refused to offer any compensation (Mom was asking for reimbursement for the ER expenses). They again refused to offer anything and would not admit any responsibility. Moral of the story? Fancy decor and "hipness" is not important if a restaurant does not practice proper food storage. Even more importantly, a reputable establishment would want to take responsibility and appreciate being given the chance to. You are rolling the dice if you eat here.
(1)Christopher D.
I recently found a hidden gem, and it's been right in front of my face for 2 years. This gem is otherwise known as "Bimini Twist". I live right across the street and never knew it was there. Recommended by my parents, I recently accompanied them to this hidden paradise. Located in a small corporate type business center. I arrived at Bimini with no expectations. On a Sunday evening Bimini was packed. At this point I was amazed that I've never noticed this place. The interior decor is top knotch. Plenty of cozy booths some open tables align the windows, and a welcoming Square bar awaited me to quench my thirst. The hostess informed our party that there was a 20 min. wait, and that was not an issue for me as I was as thirsty and could use an adult beverage. I ordered a round of three top shelf drinks and before we knew it our table was ready (about 5 mins.) I asked the bartender for the bill and when she told me $11 dollars I just about jumped over the bar to propose marriage. If you know cocktail prices in South Florida then you understand my exuberance. Onto dinner. Our waiter was polite, knowledgeable, and always available. The menu is on the small side, and I hope you like steak tips because you can pretty much get them with everything. They appear on the menu so often that the printer must have gotten sick of typing "FILET MIGNON STEAK TIPS MARINATED". Seriously this is a seafood place. Plenty of fish dishes from Lobster, and Crab to Yellow Tail, or Grouper. The Food was amazing. I had the Mac-Nut Crusted Yellowtail. with a side of Spinach Maria. Spinach Maria is basically a creamed spinach and is a hit in this place. Every table I saw had atleast one dish on it. Overall Bimini Twist is a 4 out of 5. I think i'll be trekking across the street again sometime soon.
(4)RJ S.
I've been coming here for 10 years (my parents live in W Palm & this was one of their date night spots). Food, service, and experience have been consistently excellent. There's a nice mix of young and old, families and couples, casual to dressy. My Dad is now in a wheelchair and it is very accessible. It is always busy throughout the week so I'd recommend reservations. We usually arrive for dinner at 5pm, which is when they open, and the place is hopping in no time, even on weeknights. My favorite restaurant in W Palm. Lots of seafood but good chicken & steak choices too.
(5)Linda E.
This a fantastic place to enjoy fresh seafood!! I had the sweet potato crusted grouper and spinach Maria service was just right
(5)Dragos S.
if you don't feel like driving downtown this is really the best restaurant in the area. Great food, great ambiance.
(5)Lori M.
This used to be our favorite place. So many things have changed & not for the better. The food is good but being watched by the owners as you eat felt very uncomfortable. They are both there every time I've gone in. Our first stop is the bar to wait out the hour for a table & the male & female bartenders were not only slow but down right rude. If you're female I hope you don't need the restroom. The strong smell of urine as you open the door is so disturbing! Staff wearing name tags- where are we McDonalds? This place is very nicely decorated however that was purchased & already in place by the former owners. This is very sad. I've made this review only after visiting 4 times. But know I used to be at this place every Saturday night for over 4 years. I really wanted it to be a place a could go back to but I can no longer say I love Bimini Twist
(1)Randy H.
The last time we dined here was 6/4/12. The experience was a disaster. My husband ordered steak tips and coconut shrimp. He ordered the steak medium and it came out rare. He was asked to slide the steak pieces on his bread plate to be recooked, even after we showed our waitress that the fried shrimp was now saturated in the juices from the meat. The manager who we were able to see in the dining room never came over to the table. After waiting 10 minutes with my fish getting cold, we decided to leave. We informed the waitress who insisted that we pay for the one diet coke consumed, and we agreed. It was our sixth wedding anniversary . It bothers me that the manager on duty did not care. We will never go back! Also, I tried to contact this establishment on several occasions directly following this incident and no one got back to me.
(1)Gizelle A.
Loved it! It's quite far down that road from 95 but so worth it. Great ambiance, excellent food and service. We were very surprised at the reviews saying the outdoor appearance of the restaurant was low key. Anything but!! Nice burning fires, lights, just beautiful
(4)Debbie W.
My favorite Western restaurant... Great Food!!!
(4)Carol C.
Our waiter was fabulous! Very attentive and quick. We ate before 6:00 so we also qualified for the early bird special and got 20% off our our meal! Definitely an older crowd that night - not sure if it was because it was so early, or because it was a Sunday or that's just always the way it is because this is South Florida? Good meal for the price!!
(5)kirsten d.
We went for Valentine's Day. There was a wait which was totally pleasant inside and outside. Even though the restaurant is set in a mostly vacant location just off Okeechobee, sitting outside with the tiki torches as we were waiting for our table was fun! Food and service was great!
(5)Darek M.
Definitely a hit! Its not at the beach but its got great architecture, cool decor and ambiance, great service, and very good food. The menu features lots of fish choices and the few that I tried were all very good. The house special potatoes are the best! I highly recommend them as well as the spinach as a side. The Ahi appetiser as excellent. I will be back!
(4)D'Andrea M.
Wow...ate the other night with my wife for our anniversary and it was absolutely wonderful! First class Service, with resonable prices is the reason they are so successful.
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