Sun, Sand and Crystal Clear Waters await you at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort!
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. All opinions and images are my own.
Some people say that my waist went away. But I know…… it’s my own damn fault…..sigh
Moving to Florida was the best thing we could have ever done. Well for me at least it was. Lisa still has days that she misses the Philadelphia area. But the minute we entered Florida, the skies opened and the Angels sang, I was home. And the best part about living in the Sunshine State has been all of the amazing people I’ve met because of my blog.
Hospitality is King in Florida and for as long as I can remember Jimmy Buffett has been the crown prince of this beautiful state. So when I was invited to stay at the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort, I jumped at the chance. Wouldn’t you? I mean, after all, it’s paradise.
I had been to Hollywood Beach a few times and had experienced their beautiful white sand beaches.
But what I didn’t know was that Margaritaville had beach chairs and umbrellas right for its guests just across the broadwalk, right on the beach! The Margaritaville staff even comes out to your slice of paradise to take your drink and lunch orders. It just doesn’t get any better than fish tacos and margaritas while relaxing on the beach!
Did I mention the Fish Tacos? My server suggested that I get the fish blackened and she was right on the money, they were so delicious! Being the wimp that I am I didn’t eat the jalapeno….. not much of Mexican am I?
And breakfast at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville was epic! I had one of the best, if not the best Huevos Rancheros I’ve ever had. I would have gotten it every morning but I wanted to sample more of the deliciousness they offered.
What completely blew me away was dinner at JWB Prime Steak and Seafood. I wasn’t expecting this level of (casual) fine dining at Margaritaville. I say casual fine dining because it’s Margaritaville and if you want to wear shorts and a Hawaiian shirt there’s no problem.
There were so many items to choose from on the menu but when you’re at a Steakhouse you really need to order a steak. I went with the aged bone in ribeye that was perfectly cooked to medium rare, seasoned to perfection with a delicious crust that only a master griller can achieve.
For those of you that don’t know why its named JWB, those are the initials of our favorite Parrot Head, James William Buffett.
The biggest surprise at JWB was the Spear Fishing Program that they’ve developed with local divers. The JWB Spear Fishing Program not only delivers fresh fish daily to your table, but it also helps protect the fragile natural habitat. They even tell you who caught the fish and where it was caught. My wife ordered the Spear Fish of the night which was a Black Grouper caught off of Jupiter Florida. You really don’t know how good fish is until you’ve had it served hours after it was caught.
JWB Prime Steak and Seafood is active in supporting the environment and their commitment shows throughout the resort.
You can also find a delicious selection of oysters at JWB. One of my personal favorites was west coast oysters.
No matter what your tastes are, I promise you won’t go hungry. There are seven restaurants at the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort so there’s no need to leave the property. Just park your car, kick off your shoes and enjoy paradise.
You’ll find the very relaxed 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar and Grill across the street from the resort on the intercoastal waterway. It’s a great place to enjoy a boat drink while you watch the sunset.
I enjoyed the breeze coming off the Intercoastal while sipping my 5 o’Clock Somewhere Boat Drink and devouring my blackened fish sandwich. Life is good at Margaritaville.
Of course, you can’t leave without trying the Key Lime Pie. It was the perfect ending to a delightful meal.
After dinner, we cruised on over to the Hollywood Beach Theatre to watch the high-energy show put on by a local Miami band, 30 Vice. There was an eclectic crowd of tourists and locals enjoying the show.
As you might have noticed I love food. And when I see a happy staff I know I’m going to get great service and great food. From the iconic Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville restaurant to the Live Life Like a Song Gift Shop, every one of the staff I encountered was happy and smiling. After all, if you have to work you might as well do it in paradise.
So next time you need a little paradise, pack your bags and enjoy all the deliciousness that Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville has to offer. I know I’ll be back.
And just in case you were wondering, I did have a Cheeseburger in Paradise at the Landshark Bar and Grill. Fins Up Baby!
Click on the link to learn more about Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort.
If you enjoyed my post about Margaritaville please leave a comment, I love hearing from you!
David Oetting
Holy blown out flip flop!! I had the best key lime pie in my lifetime at my recent visit to Margaretiaville this past weekend. My 50th birthday is coming up this Sunday. Is there any way we can have that fabulous recipe please!? What a great experience at the Jimmy Buffett prime steakhouse! Spectacular flavors!! WOW!!
Chef Dennis Littley
It is such a fun spot, I happy to hear you got to spend some time wasting away at Margaritaville!
Mia Voss
Sigh. I want to go now too! The dishes look delish and the beach looks divine! Great blogpost, Cheffie!
Chef Dennis Littley
Thanks Mia, It certainly was a great trip!
Carol Cassara
This makes me want to go to Florida right now! I’ve been there a few times but I’ve never tried dining at Margaritaville before! It sounds like a piece of heaven on Earth!
Chef Dennis Littley
It really was a fun resort Carol, so much to do and nothing to do, what ever you wanted
Paulette Gleason
Thanks for showing us this great resort my husband and I are renting in the Villages for the second Winter. The Villages it an awesome 55 and older community with 130.000 residents it’s a fun place, and now that you showed this Fun Resort I just think we will have to take a drive there. The Food looks so Delicious. Thanks Again
Chef Dennis Littley
you’re welcome Paulette. I’m sure you’d enjoy Margaritaville
Nana
Yes Florida is a dreamers place. My husband and I also love Fl. He is a great fisherman and the sea calls him.lol
wow love your pictures and I know you had fun on your get away and food. Love your blog , You have a new subscriber.If You can please subscribe to mines as that I am going to do a big transition on website as a lifestyle blog and adding recipes,food as well.
Chef Dennis Littley
thanks so much for stopping by and subscribing. I’m happy to hear that you enjoyed my post.
Elena
I used to live in FLorida and I loved every minute of it. I miss the white sand beach and the food, oh how I miss the food 🙂 I lost my waist too 🙂
Chef Dennis Littley
it is a tropical paradise!
Tony
Jezzz, you can get someone really hungry reading this. Loved the look of the fish and the fish burger. I’m hungry now and have to go and eat something. Thanks for sharing.
Chef Dennis Littley
I know, every time I look at the pictures I get hungry!
Adriana Lopez Martn
Living so close and I have not been able to enjoy this place. Yoru photos are very inviting seems you guys had an amazing time. And the food looks amazing now I want to escape this weekend =)
Chef Dennis Littley
you would love it Adriana!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
Who wouldn’t love to see that view everyday??? The food options aren’t shabby either!
Chef Dennis Littley
they certainly aren’t! Thanks for stopping by
Terri Beavers
You’re killing me with all of your photos lol. I have wanderlust and want to hop on a plane and head to a beach. This one would be my choice. I’ll have to see how far my dad lives from here since he lives there.
Chef Dennis Littley
Sorry and thanks! It is a great location for a quick vacation
Cassie
Margaritaville sounds like my kind of place!!! Although I notice a suspicious lack of margarita’s in your photos! haha. Looks like a great resort and the food looks absolutely amazing!
Chef Dennis Littley
I have to admit I tried more of the other drinks offered. Next time I’ll do margaritas
Ramona
The fish tacos look so delicious. Now, the salad I had for lunch doesn’t seem so great. Florida looks so beautiful.
Chef Dennis Littley
I can understand that Ramona! The food at Margaritaville was outstanding!
Lisa
One of my best friends recently moved to FL from MA and I think she also felt “the skies opened and the Angels sang” 😆 Thanks for sharing your fun experience, made me want to go visit! 🙂
Chef Dennis Littley
I absolutely love it! thanks for stopping by
Angie
I love florida! I plan to move there, as soon as possible! But at least at retirement – thanks for sharing.
Chef Dennis Littley
It certainly has changed my life for the better!
Cynthia
Omg that lime pie! Florida looks like a wonderful place to live! Lisa will have to get used to it 😛
Chef Dennis Littley
she is getting better, slowly but surely and the Key Lime pie helps!