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The Wave Kitchen & Bar
~Simple, Savory, Seaside~
The Wave Kitchen & Bar, offers an ocean-front dining space with amazing views of the Atlantic. The restaurant offers a menu directly sourced from local farmers, fishermen and artisanal purveyors. The Wave concept was designed to offer a dining experience similar to what one would encounter at a hospitable and cozy dinner party at a friend’s home with generous attention to detail. The open kitchen and customizable selections aim to engage guests.The Wave will also feature select Cuban specialties developed by Costa’s owners,Emilio and Gloria Estefan,form their Estefan Kitchen cookbook.
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The Wave Kitchen & Bar, offers an ocean-front dining space with amazing views of the Atlantic. The restaurant offers a menu directly sourced from local farmers, fishermen and artisanal purveyors. The Wave concept was designed to offer a dining experience similar to what one would encounter at a hospitable and cozy dinner party at a friend’s home with generous attention to detail. The open kitchen and customizable selections aim to engage guests.The Wave will also feature select Cuban specialties developed by Costa’s owners,Emilio and Gloria Estefan,form their Estefan Kitchen cookbook.
46 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 46 reviews
5 stars
(19)
4 stars
(15)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(23)
- fit for foodies(20)
- romantic(17)
- scenic view(15)
- hot spot(10)
- vibrant bar scene(9)
The Wave Kitchen & Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Expensive restaurant
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Wave restaurant was extremely overpriced for the service and food quality. I took my mother and wife for Mother's Day thinking it would serve Cuban food and instead got your typical Sunday brunch food at a very expensive $55 per person price I would NOT recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good service very good food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had a delicious duck!! And the pear salad was just amazing!
We'll be back!"
We'll be back!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Vero Beach Cuban Cuzine
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The resturarnt was very noisy if you wanted to have a conversation across the table.
Food and service was upscale and most likely the best in Vero Beach. I would dine or party here anytime, a real treat!"
Food and service was upscale and most likely the best in Vero Beach. I would dine or party here anytime, a real treat!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birthday Celebration
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first time at this restaurant for dinner and we went for my husbands birthday. We both had excellent meals and they even put together a special dish for our dessert. Very nice, warm welcome and great service."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 5 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
we were disappointed. The
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we were disappointed. The bread tasted like it was heated in a microwave. the fish was mediocre. the Paella was fine"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
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Review 6 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were under the impression
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"We were under the impression the restaurant had ocean views from the dining room. There was a view of the pool area but not the ocean. Regardless, the atmosphere was very chic and the food was amazing! Can't wait to go back when we are in the Vero Beach area again."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, notable wine list
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Review 7 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Noisier than I would have
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Noisier than I would have liked. I think it's the acoustics of the room that caused that. Waiter seemed unfocused but food was excellent."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, late-night find, scenic view
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Review 8 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A slight disappointment in
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A slight disappointment in the signature dish of paella for 2. 33% increase in price since last visit and a change in makeup of ingredients."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 9 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good service, food (except
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good service, food (except for the desserts) is surprisingly uninteresting."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2003
Special Features: romantic
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Review 10 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Expensive and Mediocre at best...
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The amnbiance was pleasant; we had a beautiful round table for 8 that was somewhat off by itself. Noise was still an issue but the surroundings made up for that. We had an extremely "solicitous" waiter...thanking us for every question we asked, catering to every detail of every question...a bit much. All 4 couples ordered Paella, said to be the speciality of the house. It was a but dry and it was obvious that the rice mixture (with chicken and chorizo) had been made ahead of time and reheated. The shrimp and scallops were delicious. 5 of the 10 shells of my mussels and clams had not opened. I was told by the waiter that I really could eat them...I said "no". I was not offered any replacement seafood and my comment was brushed aside."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2012
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Review 11 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was fantastic! The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was fantastic! The chef was brilliantly creative in his creation of Neuvo Cuban cuisine without sacrificing the authenticity of the dishes. Everything, from start to finish, was mouth-watering. Not only will I be sure to return, but I will happily recommend to anyone in the area. Bravo! The staff was also fantastic. Our server was well-spoken, attentive & knowledgable."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 12 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had the Grouper with polenta.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had the Grouper with polenta. Excellent!! the best polenta I've had!!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 13 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointing. HAd the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Disappointing. HAd the fish - catch of the day - that smelled fishy and was overcooked. Homemade pasta was very good so it saved the dish."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
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Review 14 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Only drawback during this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Only drawback during this visit was our lengthy (20 minute) wait for our reserved table.
In restaurant entertainment was excellent"
In restaurant entertainment was excellent"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2005
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Review 15 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Must try!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"EXCELLENT in all areas! Absolutely loved it!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 16 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went for Valentines Day and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went for Valentines Day and it was perfect."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I had wanted to try this restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had wanted to try this restaurant for a few years now.....wanted to try authentic Cuban food. It was so-so. Not bad, but nothing special. The dining room itself was pretty small which surprised me for a large hotel."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2008
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Review 18 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great for special occasion
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"great for special occasion dinner."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 19 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was quite good, service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was quite good, service was superb...Lovely spot for a meal."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 20 for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife and I stayed at Costa
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I stayed at Costa D'Este on our wedding night a year ago. We did not have the chance to eat there so we decided to go to The Wave for our anniversary dinner. Our waiter, David, was exceptional, the presentation and the quality of the meal was excellent. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and we would recommend this restaurant to everyone."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Wave Kitchen & Bar
Based on the average of (26) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic