Lemongrass - Boca Raton
Boca Raton
Restaurant in Boca Raton, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Lemongrass - Boca Raton is worth considering when convenience, central Boca Raton location, and flexible meal timing matter more than a high-ceremony dining experience. It reads as a practical lunch, date, or relaxed celebration option; for a more format-specific counter meal, compare Yakitori Sake House, and for a more formal bistro feel, compare Casimir Bistro.
About Lemongrass - Boca Raton
Lemongrass - Boca Raton is a Boca Raton restaurant with a casual dress code and broad weekly hours. The schedule starts at 11:30 AM Monday through Friday, at 12 PM on Saturday and Sunday, and runs until 9:30 PM most nights, with a 10:30 PM closing on Friday and Saturday.
Plan around Lemongrass - Boca Raton as a casual Boca Raton option, and confirm any menu, seating, service, or occasion-specific needs directly before going. For another option, Casimir Bistro may be worth comparing; Matteo's of Boca Raton is also a natural cross-shop when choosing among restaurants.
Use it for flexible timing, not a destination-level splurge
The clearest planning advantage is timing. Lemongrass - Boca Raton is open daily, with later closing hours on Friday and Saturday than on the rest of the week. That makes it useful when the main requirement is a restaurant that fits a direct Boca Raton schedule.
If a specific seating format, bar setup, menu structure, or service style matters, check with the restaurant before committing. Diners comparing formats can also look at Yakitori Sake House as another option.
Where it fits in a Boca Raton short list
Choose Lemongrass - Boca Raton when casual dress and daily hours are the important factors. For comparison, Medi Terra, Rino's, Casimir Bistro, Matteo's of Boca Raton, and Yakitori Sake House are other restaurants to consider depending on the kind of meal the group wants.
For broader planning, use Pearl's Boca Raton restaurants guide alongside the city guides for hotels, bars, wineries, and experiences. Quick reference: use Lemongrass - Boca Raton as a casual Boca Raton option with daily hours, and confirm any menu, seating, or occasion details directly.
Planning details
- Location
- 101 Plaza Real S, Boca Raton, FL 33432
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- lemongrassasianbistro.com
- Phone
- +15615448181
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Lemongrass sits in Mizner Park’s open-air arcade and cultivates a neighborhood-forward dining energy that feels welcoming and a touch refined. The kitchen foregrounds Southeast Asian aromatics—lemongrass, galangal, fish sauce—so the room smells of bright, savory layers rather than classic Mediterranean pantry notes. The format encourages shared plates and communal discovery, and the arcade setting brings steady evening foot traffic that keeps the pace social without feeling theatrical. The result is a charming, craft-minded spot that reads as approachable and slightly polished, a clear alternative to the area’s more familiar Italian and steakhouse options.
Best For
This is a place built for social dinners and casual evenings out. The menu’s shared-plate architecture makes it easy to bring a group and sample across Thai and broader Southeast Asian flavors, so it works well for after-work gatherings, group dining, and low-key date nights. Mizner Park’s pedestrian arcade amplifies the communal vibe, encouraging relaxed conversation over layered, acid-forward dishes. The kitchen’s attention to sourcing and house-made components also makes it suitable for diners who want a step up from generic pan-Asian options without a stiff, formal experience.
Ordering Tips
Read the menu as the restaurant intends: it privileges Southeast Asian technique and pantry logic rather than a pan-Asian grab-bag. Expect shared plates—start with bright, aromatic starters and move into richer mains like Panang curry or braised short ribs. Signature items such as Pad Thai, Spicy Tuna Roll, Crispy Duck and the listed Omakase Sushi reflect the kitchen’s range; if a chef-driven counter experience appeals, the omakase notation signals that option. Note the kitchen’s house-made curry pastes and sourcing commitments when choosing dishes that best showcase its craft.
Venue details
Ambiance
Stylish and inviting with a vibrant atmosphere perfect for casual dining and nights out.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Pad Thai
- Spicy Tuna Roll
- Mongolian Beef
- Crispy Duck
- Braised Short Ribs Panang Curry
- Omakase Sushi
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 101 Plaza Real S, Boca Raton, FL 33432
Planning details
Location
101 Plaza Real S, Boca Raton, FL 33432 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Choose Yakitori Sake House if the draw is solo dining, bar energy, or a more counter-oriented meal. Choose Casimir Bistro if the occasion needs a calmer, more structured bistro setting.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Boca Raton
Yakitori Sake House is the better choice for diners who want a counter-friendly, drink-and-small-plates rhythm. Lemongrass - Boca Raton is easier to frame as a flexible table-service meal in the Plaza Real area, especially for mixed groups that care more about timing and convenience than a specific seating format.
Medi Terra and Casimir Bistro are stronger cross-shops when the occasion calls for a more defined Mediterranean or bistro lane. Pick Lemongrass for an easier, lower-pressure meal; pick Casimir Bistro when the room needs to feel more occasion-ready.
For Italian-leaning groups, Matteo's of Boca Raton and Rino's are safer if the table wants familiar comfort and a crowd-pleasing format. Lemongrass makes more sense when the group wants a central Boca Raton option that does not require committing to Italian or French bistro expectations.
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Compare Lemongrass - Boca Raton
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Lemongrass - Boca Raton | Boca Raton | No published awards |
| Yakitori Sake House | Boca Raton | No published awards |
| Medi Terra | Boca Raton | No published awards |
| Matteo's of Boca Raton | Boca Raton | No published awards |
| Casimir Bistro | Boca Raton | No published awards |
| Rino's | Boca Raton | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lemongrass - Boca Raton good for solo dining?
Lemongrass - Boca Raton has casual dress and daily hours, including an 11:30 AM opening Monday through Friday and a 12 PM opening on Saturday and Sunday. If seating or service format matters, contact the restaurant before going. Yakitori Sake House is another option to compare if format matters.
What should I order at Lemongrass - Boca Raton?
Check the current menu directly before you go, especially if a particular dish, dietary need, or group preference matters. Matteo's of Boca Raton is another restaurant to consider when comparing options.
What are alternatives to Lemongrass - Boca Raton?
Other options to compare include Medi Terra, Matteo's of Boca Raton, Casimir Bistro, Rino's, and Yakitori Sake House. The best fit depends on the group's preferred menu, setting, and timing, so confirm current details directly with each restaurant.
Is Lemongrass - Boca Raton good for a special occasion?
Lemongrass - Boca Raton has a casual dress code and daily operating hours. It may be worth considering for a casual plan, but confirm the current setup directly if the occasion has specific requirements such as private dining, special-occasion services, seating details, or pricing.
Can I eat at the bar at Lemongrass - Boca Raton?
If bar seating is important, contact the restaurant before going. Yakitori Sake House is another option to compare if that kind of format is central to the plan.
Is lunch or dinner better at Lemongrass - Boca Raton?
Lemongrass - Boca Raton opens at 11:30 AM Monday through Friday, 12 PM on Saturday and Sunday, closes at 9:30 PM most nights, and closes at 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. The better time depends on your schedule.
