Runway-facing seats and a cold drink are Stinger Ray’s draw
Post-security in PBI’s Main terminal, Stinger Ray’s runs along big glass windows with direct views of the runway and taxiways. People actually plan an extra 45–60 minutes here just to watch planes move while they eat. It’s a full bar and grill setup, not a grab-and-go stand, and it sits in the mid-$ price tier for the airport.
Mains usually land in the $16–20 range, with cocktails around $9–12, so it’s not cheap for what is basically standard airport bar food. The menu leans American grill: burgers, fish tacos, salads, and sandwiches. Reviews peg the food at “decent, nothing special,” but that “nice view of the runway and planes” line shows up again and again. You’re paying partly for the glass and the seats.
If you’re ordering real food, locals on Yelp point to the fish tacos and burgers as the safest bets. One regular mentions grabbing a burger and a beer while watching planes taxi, calling it their “pre-flight ritual.” Skip anything too complicated or health-focused and stick to fried, grilled, or bar basics. Portion sizes run typical airport-large, so one entrée can easily cover two lighter appetites.
Watch out for slow or disorganized service, especially from about 11:30 a.m. through the mid-afternoon bank of departures. Several Google reviews mention waiting 20–30 minutes for a check or food when the dining room fills up. With that in mind, don’t sit down here if boarding starts in under 45 minutes, and flag your server early when you’re ready to pay.
Cocktail list is simple but workable, with standard well drinks, beer, and basic mixed drinks in the $9–12 band. Regulars often just grab a rail seat facing the glass and share one appetizer with a couple of drinks. Smart move: ask for a window or rail spot when you check in, then order quickly so you can actually enjoy the runway show.