For Israeli food lovers: Miami’s Motek to open in Boca Raton

August 26, 2025

Israeli restaurant Motek Boca Raton Opening: A New Chapter in South Florida’s Culinary Scene

On December 23, 2024, it was announced that Motek the award-winning, Miami-based Mediterranean restaurant inspired by Israeli flavors, would be expanding to Boca Raton. This marks the restaurant’s first-ever location in Palm Beach County and its seventh across South Florida, a major milestone in its rapid and celebrated growth since its debut in 2020.

The new Boca Raton outpost officially opened its doors on April 2, 2025, bringing the vibrant tastes and hospitality that Motek has become known for to a new community of diners.

A Destination on Boca’s Restaurant Row

Located at 5377 Town Center Road, Motek’s Boca restaurant sits proudly on the city’s popular Restaurant Row, surrounded by some of the area’s top dining destinations. The space is thoughtfully designed with a mix of indoor and outdoor seating, a dramatic 360-degree bar, and distinctive features like a private Shabbat Room and a wine room curated with kosher selections from Israel, Italy, France, and Spain. The setting balances modern elegance with a warm, inviting energy, making it ideal for both intimate dinners and lively group gatherings.

Cuisine with Israeli Roots & a Local Touch

At its core, Motek continues to showcase the rich flavors of Israeli and Eastern Mediterranean cuisine, blending authentic family recipes with modern interpretations. Guests can enjoy signature dishes such as the Moroccan fish, Beef Kufta Kebab, the celebrated Arayes Burger, house-smoked pastrami oven pita, and classic dips like mushroom hummus and baba ganoush. To make the Boca location even more special, the culinary team has also introduced exclusive dishes crafted specifically for this outpost, offering regulars and newcomers alike a reason to return.

A Story of Growth, Family & Hospitality

Motek’s Boca Raton opening is more than just another restaurant launch it is a continuation of a story deeply rooted in family traditions, Tel Aviv-inspired flavors, and a passion for hospitality. Since opening its first location in downtown Miami in 2020, Motek has quickly become a staple in South Florida’s dining scene, celebrated for its ability to merge modern design with Mediterranean warmth. Each new opening reflects the brand’s mission to create spaces where people can gather, share meals, and experience a taste of Israel’s vibrant food culture in the heart of South Florida.

With its Boca Raton expansion, Motek is set to bring even more people together through food, culture, and community cementing its place as one of South Florida’s most dynamic and beloved restaurant groups.

Motek Cafe