Awards
OpenTable 2019
Diners Choice:
Best Ambiance, Most Booked,
Vibrant Bar Scene
OpenTable 2020
Diners Choice:
Best Service, Most Booked,
Best Outdoor Dining
OpenTable
2011 - 2019
Diners' Choice Winner
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2015 -2017
2015 Winner
"Best Waterfront" & Best Farm to Table" Restaurant
2015 Best of Vero Beach Award - American Restaurant
Florida Trend Magazine's 2010 Golden Spoon Award for "Best New Restaurant"
Florida Monthly
2010 Best of Florida Awards:
1st Place -"Best New Restaurant"
2nd Place -"Best Restaurant"
3rd Place -"Best Restaurant View"
Press & Reviews
2024
The Lori Davis Show: January 2024
Interview with Chef Scott Varricchio: VIEW>
2023
Treasure Coast Foodie: August 2023
Citrus Restaurant Review: VIEW>
Vero Beach 32963: March 2023
Celebrity chefs serve up memorable wine-pairing dinner: VIEW>
2022
Vero Beach Magazine: August 2022
Restaurant Clicks: March 2022
Vero Beach Restaurants with Waterfront Views: VIEW>
Vero Beach 32963: March 2022
Three Top Chefs Serve Up Wine-pairing Dinner to Remember: VIEW>
2021
TCPalm: November 2021
Citrus a Perfect Seaside Bistro: VIEW>
Palm Beach Illustrated: January 2021
A Selective Guide to Area Dining: VIEW>
2020
Andrew Talk to Chefs Podcast: February 2020
2019
32963 / VeroNews.com: July 2019
Citrus: Better than ever with adventurous new dishes. VIEW>
TCPalm.com: April 2019
Citrus Grillhouse reopens in Vero Beach with new name, different menu. VIEW>
TCPalm.com: April 2019
Citrus in Vero Beach is back and better than ever. VIEW>
32963 / VeroNews.com: March 2019
Citrus reopens: New dishes, new digs, new shorter name. VIEW>
32963 / VeroNews.com: Jan 2019
Citrus Grillhouse: A taste of sumptuous dishes to come. VIEW>
2018
TCPalm.com: April 2018
A re-birth for Vero Beach's Citrus Grillhouse and its employees. VIEW>
TCPalm.com: Jan 2018
McKee Botanical Gardens "Secret Supper" held at Citrus Grillhouse. VIEW>
2017
Visit Indian River County: 2017
2017 Best Waterfront Dining in Vero Beach. VIEW>
Vero Vine: 2017
Restaurant Review. VIEW>
Flamingo Magazine: July 2017
Where to Eat in Vero Beach. VIEW>
Palm Beach Illustrated: February 2017
Top Romantice Tables in Vero Beach.
2016
Vero Beach 32963: August 2016
Citrus Grillhouse named one of best places to dine al fresco. VIEW>
Vero Beach Newsweekly: June 2016
Citrus Grillhouse named one of best places to dine al fresco. VIEW>
2015
Vero Beach 32963: May 2015
Citrus Grillhouse - Preview of Tasting Menus to Come. VIEW>
Vero Beach 32963: May 2015
DINING: A Japanese Wagyu treat for Vero steak lovers. VIEW>
Vero Beach Newsweekly: March 2015
Citrus Grillhouse's Scott Varricchio has high standards – and the skills to keep them. VIEW>
2014
Vero Beach 32963: May 2014
Summer Dining: Citrus Grillhouse's Prix Fixe. VIEW>
2013
Palm Beach Illustrated: May 2013
Seaside Delight. VIEW>
Palm Beach Illustrated: April 2013
Top Ten Tables - Rated #7. VIEW>
Featured on Road Trippin' with CBS Channel 12 News April 25, 2013
2012
Vero Beach 32963: August 2012
Rated 'Best Lobstah Roll' - The Search for a ‘Wicked Good Lobstah Roll’ when a Trip to New England is Out. VIEW>
2011
Vero Beach Magazine: December 2011
Italian Inspiration On Easter Lily Lane. VIEW>
TCPalm.com: September 2011
Food and setting spectacular at Citrus Grillhouse. VIEW>
Vero Beach 32963: September 2011
Chef Scott Varricchio and His Lavender Dessert. VIEW>
Vero Beach 32963: April 2011
Dining Out: A special meal for a special occasion. VIEW>
2010
Vero Beach 32963: November 2010
Citrus Grillhouse: Did I Mention The Truffled French Fries?
TCPalm.com: September 2010 Several Indian River County businesses recognized in Florida Monthly magazine's annual Best of Florida issue. VIEW>
TCPalm.com: June 2010
Dining at Grillhouse a heavenly experience. VIEW>
"What an amazing experience! Creative and delicious food; perfectly paired wines; warm and friendly staff; and the great vibe. It was perfect. Thank you for making Jim's birthday extra special!"
- Tenee
"My family and I dined at your restaurant Saturday night. We sat near the open kitchen, next to where you walked back and forth. Your food was so delicious, you were caring and welcoming, and Harry should get a medal as role model for servers. He was so helpful, attentive and knowledgeable. You are able to walk on water with this family, and I was so amazed at how taste explosive your food is."
- Joe
"This is one of our favorite restaurant in Vero. Love to sit on the porch and watch the ocean & people! Excellent wine list, and great, ever changing menu. Good choice for a date night or special occasion."
- TripAdvisor Review
"Not only is the view unsurpassed, but the food and service goes along with it. I am a realtor and Citrus Grillhouse is one of my favorite places to take clients. The scallops were cooked to perfection - crispy and juicy! I had the lion fish last week, which was excellent. The tomatoes are always fresh as is all their veggies and fish. Do not pass up the truffle fries which is enough for 4 and unfortunately....the BEST!"
- Beth, OpenTable
"Delicious food and drinks and the service was wonderful. We had a tangerine margarita and grapefruit martini, the spicy crab avocado salad as recommended and a white truffle risotto - amazing! Grilled pineapple was good but the key lime cheesecake was phenomenal!!
Olives and hummus good too:!"
- Desere G, Yelp Review