būccan

Cuisine

American, Contemporary

Michelin

selected

Price

$$$

Website

https://www.buccanpalmbeach.com

Description

This Palm Beach mainstay is beloved by locals who flock here for Chef Clay Conley's expansive contemporary American menu. From crudos and shared small plates to pastas, there's plenty to choose from here, where several dishes are staples but most rotate with the seasons. Begin the short rib empanada, one of buccan's staples. Drizzled with aji amarillo sauce and finished with salsa criolla, it's a perfect beginning. Pasta always suits, especially when half-orders facilitate enjoying more than one, but don't skip dessert. The Bananas Foster butter cake takes a standard finale and infuses it with

Review score

4.6

Review count

80

Review summary

Located in Palm Beach, būccan offers contemporary American cuisine with Italian and Argentine influences. Reviewers frequently praise the high food quality, highlighting dishes like roasted sweet corn agnolotti, tuna crisp, and steak tartare, alongside excellent desserts and drinks. Service is generally professional and welcoming, though some guests note inconsistent meal pacing and long waits. The atmosphere is sophisticated and conducive to dining, but noise levels and cold temperatures are occasional drawbacks. Despite difficulty securing reservations, the restaurant maintains a strong reputation for excellence, making it suitable for diners seeking a refined culinary experience.

Best for

Ideal for diners seeking refined fusion cuisine and an elegant atmosphere who can navigate challenging reservation logistics.

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