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VENUE: Seafood Restaurant Has Laid-Back Atmosphere

February 18, 2005

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Bluepoint Ocean Grill is the latest eatery at the Seminole Hard Rock Paradise complex, opening in January. The 7,000-square-foot restaurant has a bar that seats 50, an outdoor patio for 100, and a warm, inviting dining area with room for up to 250. Handsome woodwork and modern art mingle with plasma televisions placed throughout the venue. Fresh seafood, specialty cocktails, and an accommodating chef are three reasons to check this place out. —Shari Lynn Rothstein
Posted 02.18.05

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