One of the most stunning restaurant spots in South Florida, empty for the better part of a year, is now bustling again with the debut of Hudson at Waterway East (900 E. Atlantic Ave., 561/303-1343), an oasis of “urban comfort food.”
The 7,000 square foot restaurant features a giant deck on the Intracoastal, complete with dock, plus lots of indoor dining space with a modern-rustic look and hip, urban vibe. Design is by Pam Manhas of Manhas Design in Fort Lauderdale.
Heading up the kitchen is former French Laundry and (David) Bouley chef George Cocilova, whose signature dishes include such temptations as lobster potato skins, a 12-ounce brisket-short rib burger, pan-seared scallops with sweet pea puree and carrot butter, and Alaskan halibut with applewood-smoked bacon and mustard spaetzle.
Of course, there’s an extensive beverage program, from small-batch spirits to craft beers (many from local brewers) to a roster of boutique wines.
