Palm Beach, Florida
Restaurant Construction
Palm Beach, FL
Restaurant construction in South Florida today runs $250–$350 per sq ft — and that range exists for a reason. We've built for brands including Starbucks, Wawa, Chick-fil-A, Culver's, and independent concepts across Palm Beach County. We know how restaurant projects actually move.
Get a Restaurant Build-Out QuoteRestaurant Build-Outs in Palm Beach
Restaurant build-outs are the most coordination-heavy commercial projects we deal with — and that's the reality of the work, not an exaggeration. In a 2,500 sq ft space you're simultaneously managing kitchen equipment vendors, hood installers, fire suppression, refrigeration, plumbing, gas, electrical, HVAC, framing, health department requirements, grease systems, flooring, millwork, and ownership decisions — all affecting each other in real time. One small issue can quietly derail five other trades before anyone realizes it.
One thing people outside construction rarely understand: restaurants are built around kitchen flow. Move the kitchen and you basically move the building. We've experienced this on multiple projects — second-generation restaurant spaces that looked simple on paper until the kitchen layout shifted, and suddenly plumbing locations, hood alignments, and electrical loads all changed simultaneously. Restaurant projects are also like opening walls in an old house: you never fully know what a previous tenant did until demo begins. What matters is how fast you respond when those surprises surface.
We've built projects connected to concepts including Starbucks, Wawa, Arby's, Chick-fil-A, Culver's, Hooks Fish & Chicken, Palm Beach Hot Chicken, Lake Park Diner, Toro Mambo, and others. Every one had its own conditions and its own timeline pressure. What they all shared: opening day was real and non-negotiable. Restaurant construction today in South Florida runs $250–$350 per sq ft depending on kitchen complexity and infrastructure. Anyone pricing a restaurant without plans is guessing — and in this business, guessing is expensive.
The Town of Palm Beach operates one of the most selective and carefully controlled permit environments in Florida. Worth Avenue and Royal Poinciana Way define the commercial character — high-end retail, professional services, and upscale hospitality in a market where quality of execution is non-negotiable. The Town's review process and architectural standards are detailed. Experience with the Palm Beach permit environment isn't optional here — it's the baseline.
What's Included in a Palm Beach Restaurant Build-Out
Commercial Kitchen
Premium stainless fabrication, custom hood surrounds, and chef's pass builds suited to white-tablecloth and hotel F&B concepts. We install to DBPR standards with finishes that match the caliber of Palm Beach's dining rooms.
Hood & Ventilation
Type I and Type II hood systems, make-up air, exhaust routing — permitted through the Town of Palm Beach Building Department and coordinated to DBPR standards. Discrete rooftop equipment placement required for Town aesthetic compliance.
Grease Trap & Plumbing
Interior grease interceptors sized to Town utility requirements, with high-end plumbing fixtures in dining rooms and back-of-house that match the luxury tier of Palm Beach venues.
Dining Room & Bar
Designer-level millwork, custom back bars, wine storage, and bespoke finishes — built to accommodate the $300–600+/SF investment levels Palm Beach operators require to compete in this market.
ADA & Restrooms
ADA-compliant restrooms built to Florida Building Code and Town of Palm Beach Building Department requirements, with premium tile, fixtures, and finishes consistent with the guest experience standard.
Permits & CO
Permitted through the Town of Palm Beach Building Department with ARCOM coordination for any exterior work, plus simultaneous DBPR food service and PBC Health Department permit tracking.
Restaurant Locations We Serve in Palm Beach
- Worth Avenue fine dining corridor
- Royal Poinciana Way restaurant district
- The Breakers Hotel food & beverage venues
- Four Seasons Palm Beach area restaurants
- South County Road dining
- Bradley Park and North End neighborhood dining
Opening a Restaurant in Palm Beach?
Palm Beach's regulatory environment is unlike anywhere else in South Florida. We know the Town's building process, ARCOM requirements, and dual permit track — and we'll keep your luxury build-out on schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Restaurant construction questions for Palm Beach.
Does the Town of Palm Beach require architectural review for restaurant storefronts?
Yes. The Town of Palm Beach Architectural Commission (ARCOM) reviews exterior changes to storefronts, signage, and façades on commercial properties within town limits. Pajaziti & Associates prepares and coordinates ARCOM submissions alongside the building permit application so both tracks advance simultaneously — preventing delays common for operators unfamiliar with Palm Beach's approval process.
Do you handle health department approvals for restaurants in Palm Beach?
Yes. Restaurant projects in the Town of Palm Beach require a building permit through the Town of Palm Beach Building Department, a DBPR Division of Hotels and Restaurants food service license, and Palm Beach County Health Department plan review. We coordinate all three permit tracks concurrently, submitting to each agency in the correct sequence to minimize your timeline.
How long does restaurant construction take in Palm Beach?
A full luxury restaurant build-out in Palm Beach typically runs 4–7 months from permit submission to Certificate of Occupancy. The Town of Palm Beach Building Department is thorough, and ARCOM review adds lead time for any exterior work. We factor this into your pre-construction schedule from day one so opening dates are realistic.
How do I get a restaurant build-out estimate in Palm Beach?
Call (561) 677-2862 or contact us at pajaziticm.com. We respond within one business day.