Banana Boat - On The Intracoastal Waterway

Name: Banana Boat - On The Intracoastal Waterway
Address: 739 E Ocean Ave, Boynton Beach, FL, United States, 33435
Telephone: (561) 732-9400
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2423 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Fresh Seafood & Cocktails in a Casual Atmosphere, with Inside & Outside Seating.
Plenty of Dock Space for Boats.
Outside & Inside Bar to watch the Boats sail by.
Overlooking the Boynton Marina, with plenty of Fishing Boats, Yachts and marine activity.
Banana Boat is a Landmark Anchor for Boynton Beach's Downtown nightlife.
Family owned since 1978.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

10:30 PM

Booked 68 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Caribbean
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:45 pm
Phone number
(561) 732-9400
Website
http://www.bananaboatboynton.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
John Bonk
Private party facilities
An automatic 18% gratuity will be added to walk-in parties larger than 10. Reservations may be made by contacting the restaurant directly. We do not offer private event space at this time.

Location
739 E Ocean Ave, Boynton Beach, FL 33435
Neighborhood
Boynton Beach
Cross street
Ocean Avenue & Intracoastal Waterway
Parking details
Self-Parking & also Complimentary Valet available
Public transit
Yes, on U.S.1 & Ocean Avenue
Entertainment
Live Music: Friday Nights, Saturday Nights, Sunday Afternoon & Night
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Crispy Lobster Lettuce Wraps$19.00
South African Lobster Tail, Butter Lettuce, Napa Cabbage Slaw, Sweet & Sour Pineapple Aioli
Crab Cake Stack$19.00
Grilled Sweet Corn & Black Bean Salad, Avocado, Applewood Bacon Aioli, Frisée
Smoked Mahi Dip$17.00
Crudités Vegetables, Jalapeños, House-Made Pickles, Sesame Cracker Bread
Coconut Shrimp$17.00
Lightly Fried Jumbos, Orange-Ginger Sauce, Grilled Mango Salsa
Tuna Poke*$24.00
Tomato, Cucumber, Sweet Soy & Sesame Marinade, Crispy Wontons, Avocado, Cilantro, Green Onions & Wasabi Aïoli
Chicken Wings
Buffalo or Sweet & Tangy
- 10 Pieces$16.00
Surf N Turf Nachos$19.00
Ribeye, Shrimp, Corn Tortillas, Black Beans, Avocado, Pico de Gallo, Charred Scallion Crema
Crispy Thai Shrimp$16.00
Sweet Thai Chili Sauce, Scallions
Shiitake Mushroom Spring Rolls$15.00
Chinese Cabbage, Carrot Ginger Sauce
Clams Casino$18.00
Garlic Herb-Butter, Topped with Bacon
Salt & Pepper Calamari$18.00
Lemon and Marinara Sauce, Cherry Peppers
Beer Steamed Jumbo Shrimp$16.00
Chilled, Kicked-Up Cocktail Sauce, Old Bay, Charred Lemon
Blue Point Oysters*$18.00
Half-Dozen, Long Island Sound, Cucumber Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce

Salads

Danish Blue and Arugula$15.00
Strawberries, Pickled Red Onion, Crispy Chickpeas, Honey-Basil Vinaigrette
Chopped$17.00
Baby Field Greens, Cucumber, Grape Tomato, Red Onion, Roasted Sweet Corn, French Beans, Crumbled Feta, Lemon Vinaigrette
Roasted Beets & Goat Cheese$18.00
Baby Spinach, Dried Tart Cherries, Grilled Red Onion, Candied Pecans, Citrus Vinaigrette
Coconut Shrimp$21.00
Mixed Greens, Mango, Pineapple, Tomato, Avocado, Citrus Dressing
Seafood Cobb$23.00
Fresh Greens, Shrimp, Blue Crab, Egg, Bacon, Tomato, Olives, Avocado, Cheddar

Soups

Bahamian Conch Chowder*
- Cup$7.00
- Bowl$8.00
New England Clam Chowder*
- Cup$7.00
- Bowl$8.00
French Onion Soup Gratinee*
- Cup$8.00
- Bowl$9.00

Seafood

Mixed Seafood Bake$38.00
South African Lobster Tail, Sea Scallops, U-8 Shrimp, Garlic Sautéed Spinach, Lemon Butter
Pan Seared Scallops$34.00
Lemon-Spinach Risotto, Roasted Tomato Relish
Coconut Shrimp**$24.00
Lightly Fried Jumbos, Orange-Ginger Sauce, Grilled Mango Salsa
Shrimp & Scallop Scampi$25.00
White Wine Garlic Sauce, Petite Basil, Linguini Pasta, Garlic Toast
Asian Stir Fry$21.00
Choice of Chicken, Shrimp, or Vegetable, Jasmine Rice, Soy-Ginger Mandarin Sauce

Land

Filet Mignon Medallions*$26.00
Mixed Peppercorn Crust, Cognac Cream, Baby Spinach, Smashed Fingerling Potatoes, Crispy Shallots
Grilled Chicken Crêpes$18.00
Mixed Grilled Vegetable, Boursin Cream, Roasted Tomato, Frizzled Russet Potato
BBQ Beef Shortrib$28.00
Honey-Jalapeño Cornbread Cake, Green Apple Salsa
Churrasco Steak*$25.00
Grilled & Sliced Flat Iron Steak, Chimichurri, Jasmine Rice, Avocado & Salsa
Big Chicken Parmesan**$24.00
Crispy Chicken Breast, House Marinara, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Linguini
Eggplant Milanese$19.00
Vine-Ripe Tomato, Buffalo Mozzarella, Parmesan, Baby Arugula

Fish

Macadamia Yellowtail Snapper$32.00
Vegetable Fried Rice, Sweet & Sour Pineapple Aioli
Bronzed Local Mahi$29.00
Caribbean Spice, Grilled Sweet Corn and Black Bean Salad, Mojo Vinaigrette, Crispy Plantains, Pineapple Jam
Grilled Swordfish$28.00
Honey-Soy Glaze, Caribbean Lobster Fried Rice, Pickled Daikon Radish
Honey Basil Glazed Salmon$27.00
Herbed Cauliflower Rice, Mixed Grilled Vegetables
English-Style Fish & Chips
Lightly Fried, Malt Vinegar & Tartar Sauce
- Small**$18.00
- Large$21.00

Sandwiches

Mahi Tacos$24.00
Grilled Local Mahi, Flour Tortillas, Green Cabbage Slaw, Charred Scallion Crema, Salsa
Classic French Dip$21.00
Shaved Roast Beef Served Medium Rare, Toasted Baguette, Au Jus
Greek Chicken Wrap$17.00
Warm Flatbread, Hearts of Romaine, Garlic Sauce, Tomato & Red Onion Relish, Crumbled Feta
Grilled Mahi Sandwich$24.00
Pineapple Habañero Slaw, Mojo Spice, Toasted Sweet Roll
Crab Cake Melt$24.00
Grilled Sweet Roll, Vine-Ripe Tomato, Aged Cheddar, Bacon Aioli, Baby Field Greens
Lobster Roll$42.00
Fresh Maine Lobster Salad, Grilled Soft Roll, Butter Lettuce, Old Bay Chips

Burgers

Boursin Burger*$21.00
Baby Arugula, Onion Bacon Jam, Garlic Mayo, Grilled Sweet Roll, Choice of Side
Build Your Own Burger*$18.00
Choice of Side
Cheddar Bacon Burger*$19.00
Applewood Bacon & Aged Wisconsin Cheddar, Choice of Side
Burger Sliders*$16.00
Twins, Topped with American Cheese, Choice of Side

Sides

Fresh Fruit
Coleslaw
Garden Salad
French Fries
Sweet Potato Fries
Chive Mashed Potatoes
Jasmine Rice

Desserts

Chocolate Covered Banana Split$8.00
Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Chocolate Sauce, Caramel, Whipped Cream, Strawberries
Key Lime Pie$8.00
House-Made, Graham Cracker Crust
Oreo Cookie Cheesecake$8.00
NY Style, Crushed Cookie Crust, Chocolate Ganache
Warm Brownie-Blondie Stack$8.00
Caramel Sauce, Nuts, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Coconut Banana Cream Pie$8.00
Hints of White Chocolate
Ice Cream Bowl$7.00
Choice of Vanilla or Chocolate Ice Cream

What 2,423 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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West Palm Beach East
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kewdigital
West Palm Beach
61 reviews
vip
5.0
61 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
A local gem on the intracoastal waterway in Boynton beach. Great service views and delicious food.
PB
PattyB
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Our server Zack was great- attentive and friendly Food was delicious Restaurant is very noisy - in the future I will request to be seated on the other side of bar area
LN
LesleyN
New England
12 reviews
1.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall1food1service1ambience1
Horrible food and service rude server rude rude rude rude rude awful awful 😞 horrible attitude about my food Will never never never never go back ever ever ever
JP
JoyceP
New England
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Tacos had large portions of fish and were delicious. Great service- wonderful waitress. Great view of the Intracoastal, suspension bridge, and boats. Definitely going back there.
KJ
KtheJ
Tampa
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Revised after a 35 year break.
o
oji61
West Palm Beach
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Had a very enjoyable lunch. The food was very good the service excellent. Nice atmosphere, looking out on the Intercoastal.
SR
SandyR5
New York Area
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful, wonderful. We always feel like we are on vacation when we are here. Wonderful service, wonderful food, awesome service and a banana split dessert we will ever forget. Wow!
L
johnL
Grand Rapids
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food3service4ambience5
Sat on the water...great ambience. A must for visitors!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Always enjoyable.
L
Larryholz
West Palm Beach
85 reviews
vip
4.0
85 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food was very good. Ode of meal a little off. Unfortunately someone got sick and made a mess of the outside beck. More on them then staff.
c
chasnan
Philadelphia
334 reviews
vip
5.0
334 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fish is very good enjoyed our lunch view is great
MB
MarthaB
Chicago
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great lunch at Banana Boat yesterday. My husband and I both tried things from the new menu--crab cake melt and seafood Cobb. Both were very good. We also really appreciated our server, Drew. He did a great job with our special requests.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waitress was professional & informative. She had a trainee with her that was also very nice. Food was delicious & very over priced. Great atmosphere !Will definitely return.
MS
MatthewS
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food and service.
EN
EllenN
Philadelphia
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were here several years ago, and Banana Boat continues to impress. Great service, generous portions and beautiful location. We’ll be back soon!
a
ayar
New York Area
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Casey our server was wonderful
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall2food3service3ambience5
We were really upset that the ribs were taken off the menu. My daughter looks forward to the ribs on the children’s menu. This change resulted in tears. Maybe take grilled cheese off the menu and bring back the ribs!!
SF
SharonF
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed my Eggs Benedict. My group was happy that we were seated at a round table. The Mimosa was small but good. I'll be back again!
SG
SaraG
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delightful brunch at Banana Boat. We had an outside table, and the view of the intracoastal is wonderful. Our waitress was patient and attentive!
A
Alan
Detroit
55 reviews
vip
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great location and wonderful outdoor seating. Food is upscale bar food. Great vibe.
H
Hotshotannie
West Palm Beach
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
We all enjoyed our lunch. Food was very good as was the sevice.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our go to place on vacation. So good!!!
m
msmrjm
New York Area
45 reviews
vip
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were seated by the boat dock that turned out to be perfect. Not as noisy, overcast not too hot and delicious food. We go often.
RO
RickO
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
Great looking and well maintained venue my fish was over cooked and lacked flavor definetly come back for wings and beer !
WF
WilliamF
Naples
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Family dinner after a day of horse showing at WEF. Nice menu with delicious food. Waterfront ambience was lovely however we found the experience hampered with too much noise created by the diners and music from the sound system competing with conversation.
PM
PatMc
New England
14 reviews
vip
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall3food2service2ambience3
Disappointing meal. Looked like someone took a dish rag and tried to wipe the sauce off the plate. The smear wasn’t like the sauce was spread so you could dip your swordfish in it. It literally looked like the plate had been scraped as you would before putting in the dishwasher.
G
Gksenots
New York Area
40 reviews
vip
4.0
40 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
Server was great Only complaint was they removed my 2 favorite side dishes Onion strings Potato tots
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food3service2ambience5
Changed the scallops recipe. Didn’t like what it was this time. Server was not friendly or good. I really love this place. I will be back. Delicious meals.
L
Lydia
New York Area
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Amazing outside deck on the water with great views.
C
Carol
Miami
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Food is getting expensive at Banana Boat, but you can't beat the ambiance.
OT
OpenTable Diner
West Palm Beach
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was very good. The service quality of food were great. The only complaint I have is the limited selections of sparkling wine. There were two offerings for low end sparkling wine and one expensive champagne. It would be nice to have a choice of five versus three with such a jump from low end to high.
s
scottda2
New York Area
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Used to be one of my favorite places to go out for lunch and dinner when visiting the WPB area. Was always great for a solid meal, nice ambience and who can argue with drinks by the water. This last time, the food was very mixed and the service was pretty mediocre. Mom and dad had some basics that were good - fish and chips and a burger. I had swordfish that was tasteless. Their conch soup is usually really good but also, not a lot going on. Waiter was clearly interested in being somewhere else. He really didn't focus on providing quality service. I miss the good old days of Banana Boat wait staff.
FF
FreeportFoodie
Miami
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Active Friday night with canned music. Hopping adult bar scene. Menu is relatively small and uninspiring. Quality and flavor of the food is very good as is the service. Valet parking.
CN
CarolN
Miami
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Beet salad, clam dip, tuna poke were all delicious. Mahi was a little dry. Service was excellent.
DK
DebbieK
West Palm Beach
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Way too noisy in the crowded outdoor section… it was hard to carry on a conversation at our table!
c
chasnan
Philadelphia
334 reviews
vip
5.0
334 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always great at the Banana Boat view is excellent
AP
AmyP
West Palm Beach
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
good food good service pricing decent Brought out of town guests ambiance outside seating was nice
HG
HelenG
West Palm Beach
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great place to eat. Beautiful view great food and wonderful staff
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every thing was wonderful! Great food and service
TB
TomB
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a lovely table right by the water, our server was personable and efficient, food was delicious!

FAQs

Banana Boat - On The Intracoastal Waterway is rated 4.6 stars by 2423 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

10:30 PM

Booked 68 times today

Google Map for Banana Boat - On The Intracoastal Waterway

739 E Ocean Ave, Boynton Beach, FL 33435

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Ocean Avenue & Intracoastal Waterway
Neighborhood
Boynton Beach
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:45 pm
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Caribbean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Self-Parking & also Complimentary Valet available
Public transit
Yes, on U.S.1 & Ocean Avenue
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
John Bonk
Entertainment
Live Music: Friday Nights, Saturday Nights, Sunday Afternoon & Night
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bananaboatboynton.com/
Phone number
(561) 732-9400
Private party facilities
An automatic 18% gratuity will be added to walk-in parties larger than 10. Reservations may be made by contacting the restaurant directly. We do not offer private event space at this time.

Banana Boat - On The Intracoastal Waterway

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Crab Cake Stack

Crab Cake Melt

Grilled Swordfish

Appetizers

Crispy Lobster Lettuce Wraps$19.00

Crab Cake Stack$19.00

Smoked Mahi Dip$17.00

Coconut Shrimp$17.00

Tuna Poke*$24.00

Chicken Wings

Surf N Turf Nachos$19.00

Crispy Thai Shrimp$16.00

Shiitake Mushroom Spring Rolls$15.00

Clams Casino$18.00

Salt & Pepper Calamari$18.00

Beer Steamed Jumbo Shrimp$16.00

Blue Point Oysters*$18.00

Salads

Danish Blue and Arugula$15.00

Chopped$17.00

Roasted Beets & Goat Cheese$18.00

Coconut Shrimp$21.00

Seafood Cobb$23.00

Soups

Bahamian Conch Chowder*

New England Clam Chowder*

French Onion Soup Gratinee*

Seafood

Mixed Seafood Bake$38.00

Pan Seared Scallops$34.00

Coconut Shrimp**$24.00

Shrimp & Scallop Scampi$25.00

Asian Stir Fry$21.00

Land

Filet Mignon Medallions*$26.00

Grilled Chicken Crêpes$18.00

BBQ Beef Shortrib$28.00

Churrasco Steak*$25.00

Big Chicken Parmesan**$24.00

Eggplant Milanese$19.00

Fish

Macadamia Yellowtail Snapper$32.00

Bronzed Local Mahi$29.00

Grilled Swordfish$28.00

Honey Basil Glazed Salmon$27.00

English-Style Fish & Chips

Sandwiches

Mahi Tacos$24.00

Classic French Dip$21.00

Greek Chicken Wrap$17.00

Grilled Mahi Sandwich$24.00

Crab Cake Melt$24.00

Lobster Roll$42.00

Burgers

Boursin Burger*$21.00

Build Your Own Burger*$18.00

Cheddar Bacon Burger*$19.00

Burger Sliders*$16.00

Sides

Fresh Fruit

Coleslaw

Garden Salad

French Fries

Sweet Potato Fries

Chive Mashed Potatoes

Jasmine Rice

Desserts

Chocolate Covered Banana Split$8.00

Key Lime Pie$8.00

Oreo Cookie Cheesecake$8.00

Warm Brownie-Blondie Stack$8.00

Coconut Banana Cream Pie$8.00

Ice Cream Bowl$7.00

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