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When PGA . National Resort in Palm Beach Gardens announced a $100 million restoration last year that aims to become not only a golfer’s paradise but also a resort destination. From hosting the annual Honda Classic to the recent partnership with Serena & Lily, who have furnished 21 luxury cottages set among six championship golf courses, this property exudes the luxury of Palm Beach.
The resort offers 360 stylish guest rooms and private villas with six culinary concepts, including two signature restaurants run by award-winning chefs. We recently visited Butcher’s ClubChampion “Top Chef” Jeremy Fordupscale steakhouse.
While the James Beard Award Semi-Finalist has made a name for himself with his Michelin-starred idea, stubborn seeds in Miami, the season 13 winner has now set his sights on changing the Palm Beach Gardens restaurant scene.
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Instead of serious waiters with stiff coats pushing out trolleys of classic cuts displayed in a stuffy steakhouse, The Butcher’s Club set out to reinvent the concept.
Offering an atmosphere of stylish sophistication combined with a cool 1950s feel reminiscent of a bygone era, the main dining room here features a black marble table complemented by a glossy gold chandelier. glossy.
Will Pryce
The friendly servers provide a thorough meet and greet with an innovative cocktail menu and extensive wine collection as if re-introduced to an old friend.
We recommend starting with a glass of champagne, a Pineapple Express cocktail or maybe a bottle of Post & Beam cabernet wine to start the evening off.
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Our attentive waiter, Michael, told us the Butcher’s Meat of the Day was a 14-ounce piece of veal. He walked us through the appetizer and raw bar options, making recommendations on some of the most popular dishes.
Hailing from Massachusetts, it was nice to see a familiar New England friend on the menu – Parker House roll first debuted at the Boston Parker House Hotel in the 1870s. The Butcher’s Club boasts an extensive version. than made from grilled garlic butter and smoked beef fat.
We started with their signature Plateau for Two filled with fresh oysters, a giant shrimp cocktail, and Florida rock crab.
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Moving on, we sampled the outstanding jalapeno truffle poppers. Crispy, mouth-watering bites combine home-cooked Wagyu brisket with aged cheddar cheese and chives, topped with a delicate layer of shaved truffles.
Beautifully marbled steaks like 18-ounce Wagyu rib or 15-ounce New York deli are perfectly sliced, beautifully presented, and cooked to perfection. Be sure to try one of their homemade sauces like fatty beef hollandaise, steak classic, chimichurri, or creamy pepper. If undecided, Ford’s Favorite Four will offer a generous amount of samples for each. For the ultimate indulgence, try the rich and rich truffle crab Hollandaise sauce.
The steaks here are served à la carte and the side dishes are big enough to share, but so delicious you might not want. The crispy “Bravas” potato dish is a must-try, combining the addictive flavors of soppressata-ham sofrito and pepitas with the rich flavors of truffle aioli and aged parmesan cheese.
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Other side dishes include roasted broccoli, grateful garden mushrooms, herbaceous spinach, glazed jumbo asparagus and potato Vidalia gratin onions. Luxurious enhancements to steaks include black truffles, Osetra caviar, or butter-boiled lobster tails.
Be sure to end your visit here with a taste of one of their “Liquid Desserts” like chilled limoncella or hot peg nog made with espresso and Irish cream. This rich whiskey cake with banana bruléed and malt gelato topped with a rich whiskey toffee sauce is worth every extra calorie.
Butcher’s Club located at 400 Avenue of the Champions in Palm Beach Gardens.
