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The Blind Monk is a New American restaurant and wine bar offering seasonal dishes made with high-quality ingredients, a curated selection of natural wines from small producers, timeless cocktails, and warm, attentive service in a stylish yet welcoming setting.
Chic, dimly lit tapas bar specializing in a large selection of affordable wines & small bites.
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Address: 655 S Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Phone: (561) 833-3605
Website: http://www.theblindmonk.com/
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Michael Perry
⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4/5
The Blind Monk – West Palm Beach, FL
We had a really enjoyable night at The Blind Monk in West Palm Beach. The space itself is gorgeous—very green, stylish, and modern with a chic, slightly industrial/warehouse feel. It has a lively, fun vibe that makes it great for a night out, though I can see how the ambiance might feel a bit cool or minimalist to some diners.
Food & Menu:
The menu is fantastic—creative, well-curated, and full of dishes that feel refined without trying too hard. Overall, the food was excellent. Our top three favorites were the cauliflower, smashed cucumbers, and the fried chicken dish. All three were big standouts, beautifully seasoned and balanced. The chicken especially was tender and well-prepared, and the cauliflower had great texture and flavor.
Some small misses: a couple dishes came out at a lower temperature than ideal, which took away from otherwise well-executed plates. Service also had a few hiccups—dishes weren’t swapped out between courses, and after the fried chicken course, it would’ve been nice to have moist towels provided, especially since it’s a hands-on dish.
Drinks:
Both the wine and mocktails were excellent. The Cabernet we ordered (Bloodroot) was delicious and paired well with the meal. The mocktails had great flavor too—bright and refreshing—but one arrived only half-filled, which was a bit surprising for the price point.
Dessert:
The angel food cake was huge—definitely generous enough to share—and visually impressive. But flavor-wise, it wasn’t anything special and didn’t quite match the creativity of the savory dishes earlier in the meal.
Overall:
Despite a few service and execution misses, we really enjoyed our night here. The food is inventive and satisfying, the drinks are on point, and the space is beautiful. We’ll definitely be back again.
… moreThe Blind Monk – West Palm Beach, FL
We had a really enjoyable night at The Blind Monk in West Palm Beach. The space itself is gorgeous—very green, stylish, and modern with a chic, slightly industrial/warehouse feel. It has a lively, fun vibe that makes it great for a night out, though I can see how the ambiance might feel a bit cool or minimalist to some diners.
Food & Menu:
The menu is fantastic—creative, well-curated, and full of dishes that feel refined without trying too hard. Overall, the food was excellent. Our top three favorites were the cauliflower, smashed cucumbers, and the fried chicken dish. All three were big standouts, beautifully seasoned and balanced. The chicken especially was tender and well-prepared, and the cauliflower had great texture and flavor.
Some small misses: a couple dishes came out at a lower temperature than ideal, which took away from otherwise well-executed plates. Service also had a few hiccups—dishes weren’t swapped out between courses, and after the fried chicken course, it would’ve been nice to have moist towels provided, especially since it’s a hands-on dish.
Drinks:
Both the wine and mocktails were excellent. The Cabernet we ordered (Bloodroot) was delicious and paired well with the meal. The mocktails had great flavor too—bright and refreshing—but one arrived only half-filled, which was a bit surprising for the price point.
Dessert:
The angel food cake was huge—definitely generous enough to share—and visually impressive. But flavor-wise, it wasn’t anything special and didn’t quite match the creativity of the savory dishes earlier in the meal.
Overall:
Despite a few service and execution misses, we really enjoyed our night here. The food is inventive and satisfying, the drinks are on point, and the space is beautiful. We’ll definitely be back again.
Kala Markel
I wasn’t sure since there were mixed reviews but both times I went it was phenomenal. The bartender I had the first night was a server the second night and she was amazing to watch. And apparently she makes the chocolate cake, too! The second female bartender was also amazing with great cocktail stories and suggestions. It’s clear they enjoy their jobs and I thought the food I had was phenomenal! Someone said about getting lukewarm food and both nights my pasta was so hot I had trouble cooling it down fast enough to shovel it in. Excellent service, excellent food and an awesome, chill vibe!
… morePaige & Daniel Green
The atmosphere is nice. The service sucks. The food sucks. The wine is meh. I don’t understand why this place has such nice reviews.
We ordered the cauliflower appetizer. It was nice. The server suggested the steak frites and the ox tail ragu. We got both! The steak frites were awful. The steak itself was tiny, but good flavor. The frites were served cold, zero salt, and tasted like old tallow. The ragu was much better, tasty but nothing to write home about.
They tried to over charge for drinks. We ordered a glass of wine and two bourbons. They charged for the wine and three burbons. When we brought it to the servers attention, she didn’t believe us. We had to explain that we ordered the second Bourbon and it never came so we had to ask twice for the second order.
The whole time the server acted annoyed that she was there.
It was not busy, we had reservations to celebrate our anniversary at 5pm (when they open) before a show.
… moreWe ordered the cauliflower appetizer. It was nice. The server suggested the steak frites and the ox tail ragu. We got both! The steak frites were awful. The steak itself was tiny, but good flavor. The frites were served cold, zero salt, and tasted like old tallow. The ragu was much better, tasty but nothing to write home about.
They tried to over charge for drinks. We ordered a glass of wine and two bourbons. They charged for the wine and three burbons. When we brought it to the servers attention, she didn’t believe us. We had to explain that we ordered the second Bourbon and it never came so we had to ask twice for the second order.
The whole time the server acted annoyed that she was there.
It was not busy, we had reservations to celebrate our anniversary at 5pm (when they open) before a show.
Victor Cabezas
We visited on Valentine’s Day and made a reservation in advance. When booking, I confirmed over the phone that we would be able to enjoy Happy Hour from 5:30–6:00 pm and then order dinner afterward. However, when we arrived, we were informed that Happy Hour is not offered on weekends or holidays. Although this was different from what we had been told, we completely understood and were fine with it.
Shortly after, the manager approached our table in a very rushed and confrontational manner, asking loudly if we were “the happy hour people” and firmly stating that Happy Hour would not be honored. This was uncomfortable, especially since we had already accepted the hostess’s explanation and were not insisting on anything. The interaction felt unnecessary and was loud enough for neighboring tables to hear, which made the situation awkward.
That moment did affect our overall mood, which was disappointing on a special occasion. That said, the food and drinks were truly amazing, and the service from the rest of the staff, especially the ladies who assisted us, was outstanding and very attentive.
With better communication and a more professional approach from management, this would have been a perfect experience!
… moreShortly after, the manager approached our table in a very rushed and confrontational manner, asking loudly if we were “the happy hour people” and firmly stating that Happy Hour would not be honored. This was uncomfortable, especially since we had already accepted the hostess’s explanation and were not insisting on anything. The interaction felt unnecessary and was loud enough for neighboring tables to hear, which made the situation awkward.
That moment did affect our overall mood, which was disappointing on a special occasion. That said, the food and drinks were truly amazing, and the service from the rest of the staff, especially the ladies who assisted us, was outstanding and very attentive.
With better communication and a more professional approach from management, this would have been a perfect experience!
Thaitea
This restaurant gave me so much surprise. The potato reminded me of my grandma. The exactly the same taste as my grandma made, which is not very common in the states!
The roasted chicken has the perfect temperature, crispy and juicy.
Cucumber with yogurt is a fresh and delicious combination!
Reservation is recommended during the weekends.
… moreThe roasted chicken has the perfect temperature, crispy and juicy.
Cucumber with yogurt is a fresh and delicious combination!
Reservation is recommended during the weekends.
Philip
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Absolutely phenomenal! The food wasn’t just good—it was superb. The pork chops might have been the best I’ve ever had, cooked perfectly and bursting with flavor. The oxtail pasta was incredible—rich, tender, and cooked to perfection.
The only thing that fell a little short were the French fries, which were a bit underwhelming compared to everything else.
And as an added bonus, the parking validation was such a blessing—it made the whole experience even better.
Highly recommend The Blind Monk. I’ll definitely be back!
… moreAbsolutely phenomenal! The food wasn’t just good—it was superb. The pork chops might have been the best I’ve ever had, cooked perfectly and bursting with flavor. The oxtail pasta was incredible—rich, tender, and cooked to perfection.
The only thing that fell a little short were the French fries, which were a bit underwhelming compared to everything else.
And as an added bonus, the parking validation was such a blessing—it made the whole experience even better.
Highly recommend The Blind Monk. I’ll definitely be back!
Silvia S
Invited to dinner at this WPB local place. First time diner. Outdoor dining available which is ample sized. A little warm yet I can see it’d be a fabulous area when our weather is cooler. We started outside then requested an inside table when I felt my legs were being bitten. (Not a commentary on the place, simply a part of outdoor life in FL, at times).
Taris, the Hostess, was fabulous! Upbeat, engaging, attentive and helpful. ⭐️ She quickly accommodated our change to an inside table and we kept our server, Marie, who was exceptional. Marie is friendly, very attentive, checking on us frequently, knows the menu and made great recommendations. I’ll say that the attendant staff is also doing a great job with keeping our water glasses filled, clearing the tables and frequently looking for any needs guests might have. Kudos to the Blind Monk Team!
The food….delectable! My pics don’t do it justice, yet I’m posting anyway so you can see size, portions and presentation. Compliments to the Chef and cooks! Flavors were delicious!
If you’re in WPB, this is a nice place to stop for a relaxing evening.
… moreTaris, the Hostess, was fabulous! Upbeat, engaging, attentive and helpful. ⭐️ She quickly accommodated our change to an inside table and we kept our server, Marie, who was exceptional. Marie is friendly, very attentive, checking on us frequently, knows the menu and made great recommendations. I’ll say that the attendant staff is also doing a great job with keeping our water glasses filled, clearing the tables and frequently looking for any needs guests might have. Kudos to the Blind Monk Team!
The food….delectable! My pics don’t do it justice, yet I’m posting anyway so you can see size, portions and presentation. Compliments to the Chef and cooks! Flavors were delicious!
If you’re in WPB, this is a nice place to stop for a relaxing evening.
Jamil Mangan
As part of the a.k.a. hotel experience, this restaurant is an absolute vibe. Both the indoor and outdoor ambiance are spectacular. The food was quite good, the drinks were marvelous, and the service was exceptional. We especially loved our waitress—wish I could remember her name! Highly recommend this spot.
… moreKathy Paleczny
Thank you to Tarriss Saurer for arranging for the Ravinia Festival Group to have such a wonderful table at your wonderful restaurant. I had the roast chicken and it was a taste sensation. The service was exceptional and we enjoyed the atmosphere so much. I’ll be back for sure in the future!
… moreEmily Bennett
The drinks and food were good but the service was not. I was with a group of my friends and we made reservations a month ago. My friend had to call three times to get a confirmation for the reservation. When we got there they sat us on couches when the reservation was for not just drinks but food so that means we didn’t get a table if it wasn’t for food but we said we would be dining. When we asked to move to the empty table that would fit the large group of people that didn’t fit on the couches, the staff was very passive aggressive and said “I’m not sure you guys will fit” when there were exactly enough seats set out. The waiter was not attentive and barely came. When one person asked for her check only because they had to leave early, and she brought everyone’s check and when asked the time they closed, she did not say they closed in 45 minutes so we ordered another round of drinks and never got checked on again. I have worked in food service and customer service and I would never treat customers this way. Never.
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