If you’re searching for a restaurant that feels like a secret wellness retreat, where the food is as beautiful as the surroundings and menu prices that won’t make you wince, Olea & Bloom is about to become your new obsession.
With its first location already open in Loxahatchee’s Westlake neighborhood and a second debuting Dec. 4 in West Palm Beach near the fairgrounds, these Mediterranean-inspired spots are tucked inside Florida’s two largest indoor padel facilities.
But you don’t need a racquet or a membership to enjoy some of the best food in Palm Beach County because each is open to the public.
Padel (pronounced “pah-DELL”) is the fastest-growing sport in the world, especially in Europe and Latin America.
Imagine a mashup of tennis and squash, played on a smaller, enclosed court with walls you can bounce the ball off. It’s social, fast-paced, and unlike tennis, much easier for beginners to pick up.
Or so we’re told.
While padel is still gaining traction in the U.S., Olea & Bloom’s West Palm Beach location is set to be the largest indoor padel facility in the country, making it a hub for tournaments, team-building events and casual play.
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Chef Jimmy Chill (yes, that’s his legal name) brings a health-focused approach to Olea & Bloom’s vibrant menu, drawing on his Israeli, Lebanese and Syrian heritage. Raised in the mountains of Israel, Jimmy’s earliest food memories involve foraging for wild mushrooms and herbs with his father, inspiring his passion for raw ingredients evident in every plate.
His culinary journey has taken him from Tel Aviv to Casablanca, where he opened Morocco’s first Israeli restaurant, and then to Miami. Now, he’s channeling those influences into dishes that are as nourishing as they are beautiful.
Directing the Olea & Bloom concept is Philippe Pautesta-Herder, a hospitality entrepreneur from the south of France whose career spans more than 25 years and includes founding Miami’s acclaimed Le Food Catering for film and photo shoots.
Philippe’s reputation for redefining luxury and crafting unforgettable experiences is evident in every detail of Olea & Bloom. His innovative approach, or what he calls “dynamic dining,” is all about creating spaces that adapt to patrons’ needs, blending meticulous attention to detail within a wellness-focused atmosphere.
Clean eating that actually satisfies
If Gwyneth Paltrow and her Goop squad ever needed a private chef while visiting Palm Beach, Jimmy Chill would be my top recommendation. The food at Olea & Bloom is “clean” in the best sense — fresh, colorful and deeply satisfying with none of the deprivation that sometimes comes with wellness cuisine.
Signature bowls feature bases of rice or greens topped with proteins of your choice. There’s an all-day breakfast section (weeks later, I remain obsessed with “Three Eggs Our Way,” a nod to Jimmy’s keto-friendly creations) and mains that rotate with the seasons.
The restaurant’s philosophy is simple: Good food shouldn’t cost an arm and a leg. Delicious food can also be healthy and good for you.
At Olea & Bloom, every dish is currently under $25, and the menu is built around seasonal, farm-to-table ingredients similar to Blue Zones eating but with the flair of Tel Aviv’s hottest kitchens.
Everything is served on wooden trays, with compostable containers and utensils extolling an eco-friendly vibe. The beverage program is tailored to the Mediterranean theme, with a curated selection of wines and beers that pair perfectly with the food.
“Dynamic dining” is more than a meal
Philippe’s “dynamic dining” concept goes beyond simply eating well. The restaurant is designed to move with you: whether you’re grabbing a quick bite after a padel match, settling in for a leisurely lunch or working from your laptop in the boardroom, the space adapts to your needs. Philippe’s vision is for patrons to feel the setting’s energy with food and service that “fit the rhythm of an active, wellness-focused lifestyle.”
You can order at the counter via QR code, or with a printed menu (for those like me who prefer analog dining.) Food is delivered to your table, or you’ll get a text when it’s ready, which is handy for those coming straight from a workout or padel match.
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Palm Beach County’s restaurant scene is full of Mediterranean concepts, but Olea & Bloom stands apart. The difference isn’t just in the food, though that’s reason enough to visit, but in the sense of vitality that fills the space. And if curiosity strikes, you might just find yourself picking up a padel racquet after lunch.
Olea & Bloom
Locations: 17035 Persimmon Blvd., Westlake, is opened. A second outpost at 101 Sansburys Way in West Palm Beach opens Dec. 4.
Web: oleabloom.online
Menu: Mediterranean-inspired bowls and sandwiches, all-day breakfast, seasonal mains. Everything is under $25. Carryout available; delivery from West Palm via UberEats when that location opens.
Parking: Ample and free.
Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
Valentina Palm contributed reporting for this story. Diana Biederman is the Palm Beach Post’s food and restaurant writer. Care to share news tips about the local dining scene? Please send them to dbiederman@pbpost.com. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today.
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