For residents and visitors strolling along Ocean Drive, the Costa d’Este Resort & Spa is a familiar landmark of modern luxury in the 32963 area. Inside this celebrity-owned resort, the Wave Kitchen continues to impress diners, recently earning a glowing four-star rating in a local dining review.
Owned by music legends Gloria and Emilio Estefan, the Wave Kitchen has been a staple of the Vero Beach dining scene for 17 years. A recent assessment by Vero News dining columnist Tina Rondeau highlights that the establishment remains “better than ever,” offering a classy, airy atmosphere complete with an open kitchen that adds energy to the dining room.
While the restaurant is located within a hotel, it stands on its own as a top local culinary destination. The menu features a distinct blend of the owners’ favorite Cuban dishes, fresh seafood, and interactive options like steaks sizzling on a lava stone.
Menu Highlights and Recommendations
According to the recent review, the ceviche and flan are standout choices that are arguably the “best around.” However, the star of the show appears to be the authentic rice dishes. The review detailed the Paella a la Costa as a must-try experience for seafood lovers.
In addition to offering some of the owners’ favorite Cuban dishes… [the Paella a la Costa] is the real deal – clams, mussels, scallops, shrimp and chorizo all cooked together with calasparra rice, which produces maximum flavor. Sensational!
Other highly rated items included the pan-roasted red snapper served over Lyonnaise potatoes, noted for its exceptional freshness.
Planning Your Visit
For those looking to experience a taste of Miami-style glamour right here on the Treasure Coast, reservations are highly recommended, especially given the restaurant’s enduring popularity and high price point ($$$-$$$$). The restaurant features a full bar with a robust wine selection available by the bottle or glass.
Quick Facts:
- Location: 3244 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32963
- Hours: Daily, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Phone: 772-410-0100
