 RESTAURANT REVIEW 
Now the Ocean Front Showcase for Gourmet Cuisine In a
remarkable transformation, Deerfield Beach’s Patio Bar and Grill
located in the Howard Johnson Plaza Resort has archived a star level of
culinary excellence. The inspiration for this transformation came from
Senior Vice Prescient, Ernest A. Porco and the implementation was
assigned to General Manager, Julian Felder. What has emerged is an
elegantly contemporary, ocean side gem serving the exquisite creations
of Executive Chef Pasquale (Pat) Lena at prices geared to the most
costsensitive budgets.
The Seafood Bisque ($5.95), for
example, caresses every taste bud with an opulence generated by a
bountiful blend of seafood. A crisp round of pesto crostini adds more
excitement to this vibrant opener that can evolve into a complete meal
when paired with a Caesar Salad ($6.95) crafted with the Chef’s “white”
balsamic dressing. In
moments between courses, you can best enjoy the spectacular ocean and
beach views with selections from the superlatively crafted wine roster.
New Harbor’s captivating Sauvignon Blanc ($7/glass) will move you to
call for a bottle ($25) and you will have the same reaction to
Rosemount’s boldly uplifting Shiraz ($7/$25).
The Small Plate section features a cross section of signature dishes. Sesame
Seared Tuna ($8.95), marked by a velvety texture and subtle seasoning,
is paired with crunchy wakami slaw. The lavish Shrimp and Crab
Flatbread ($7.95) deliciously harmonizes the two sea mates with the
dynamic essences of Parmesan and scallions.
The Chef creates
all of his dressings and sauces on site. The BBQ Chicken Quesadilla
($8.50) tucks seasoned chicken breast, red onion and Gorgonzola cheese
in a wafer-like tortilla cut into segments and drizzled with delectable
in-house BBQ elixir.
Steak Chimichurra Crostini ($7.95)
presents flank steak piled on toasted baguette and garnished with an
aromatic cilantro tinged topping..
Almost a meal by itself,
the Day After Thanksgiving Panini ($8.50) layers roasted turkey,
stuffing, mayo and cranberry sauce between two slices of toasted
sourdough and comes with one side (the Black bean Cole
Slaw is fabulous). For heartier appetites, the Large Plates are
incredible feats of flavors. The Mediterranean Grilled Chicken ($16.95)
is a towering masterpiece of roasted potatoes supporting grilled
filets, savory red onions and a portabella cap anointed with balsamic
reduction swirled throughout. Feta cheese energizes each morsel and a
mound of sautéed julienne vegetables completes this feast.
Make
it a grand finale with the velvety smooth Banana Foster ($6.95), the
hauntingly dense Chocolate Panache ($6.95) and the sinfully rich
Tropical Cheesecake ($5.95). Enjoy Happy Hour during the week from 4 to
7 and again in the evening from 10 to 1am. Wednesday features wine
tasting from 6 to 8 and two dinner specials that the Chef will pair
with the appropriate vintage. Tune into live music every evening and on
Saturdays from 1 to 5 pm. Patio Bar and Grill will be open throughout
the holiday season.
2096 Northeast Second Street 954-428-2850 • Lunch and Dinner, Everyday 
The tasty Steak Chimmichurra Crostini 
The sinfully desserts are to die for. 
Sesame Grilled Tuna
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