BOYNTON BEACH. A large waterside deck flanks the back of this restaurant and bar, situated on the Intracoastal Waterway. Order a martini and tropical rum cocktail, like the Bahama mama or pineapple paradise, and sit back while listening to live sax or reggae at the outdoor bar. Appetizers, sandwiches, steak and a plethora of fish and seafood dishes satisfy appetites of all sizes.

WEST PALM BEACH. Hip, dim, and fashionable, this CityPlace hotspot is always bustling and attracts a steady crowd of upscale professionals and tourists. Behind the bar, musicians perform on an elevated stage against a grid of blue-lit cubbie holes. On any given evening, you're likely to hear Top 40 tunes, Latin music, '70s disco, or classics by Otis Redding and Marvin Gaye. A small dance floor is available, and patrons actually do dance, in between sips of martinis (natch), tequilas, single-malt scotches, handcrafted bourbons, and wines by the bottle and glass. An outdoor bar serves to those who want to watch foot-traffic and be washed by balmy breezes. Appetizers and desserts are available to supplement the booze, and fashionable attire is expected.

WEST PALM BEACH. This British-inspired gathering spot is hard to resist. An old-fashioned red telephone booth accents the interior, and the ornate bar is decorated with stained glass, stately sculpture, delicate molding and chandeliers overhead. Notable eats include phyllo baked brie, chicken tikka marsala, and fish and chips. After 10pm Thursday-Sunday, DJs uncloak the disco ball and spin the party into motion for patrons, who shake it to the latest Top 40 hits, as well as tunes from the 80s and 90s.

WEST PALM BEACH. This open-air bar overlooks the main plaza of CityPlace, offering a great vantage point for the entire complex. White canvas stretched overhead provides a feeling of enclosure, while ceiling fans and outdoor heaters guarantee comfort year-round. The bar serves all sorts of libations and gives patrons a chance to mingle and socialize unconstrained by restaurant walls. City Cellar's great wine list is available and offers a wealth of terrific vintages too. Food isn't served at the bar, but if you get hungry, all you need do is step inside to sample some of CityPlace's best cuisine.

WEST PALM BEACH. Once a private gambling establishment in Palm Beach, Bradley's now sits at the base of Clematis Street near the intracoastal waterway. This local favorite is especially popular with business types and Palm Beach families, who come to enjoy the familiarity of the hometown crowd and partake of the great food. In the evenings, once the dinner rush has died down, the night really begins to take hold. DJs spin Top 40 and beach music, and bar-goers head to the floor and dance with abandon. Theme nights add to the revelry, and four bars guarantee that no one goes thirsty. If you're in the mood to drink, socialize, and boogie, stop over any night, and you'll see the camaraderie that develops.