Stuart town

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Stuart, FL
Stuart town
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The main strip of Stuart is a one-block area on Osceola St. As one drives by, it looks dowdy and not worth a stop, but once one walks around, it's a fun spot! Up close, the historic storefronts and Lyric Theater are lovely, even though the sidewalk needs a revitalization. Kilwin's Chocolates and Ice Cream which has delicious chocolate ice cream that isn't too sweet, and a pretty interior. Earthtones is a gift-shop with funky, colorful items galore. There are almost no empty storefronts in this commercial area, which is a rare thing these days. Coffee Bar Blue Door is a cute place, on a side street in a historic house with a garden filled with tables, and occasional live music. Its indoor space is very cool, with a window nook, though small.

Walk to the water and you will find the gorgeous Stuart Boardwalk and a stunning stage for music performances right on the water! It is super fun to catch some live music here on the terraced grassy area by the water. On Sundays from 1-4pm October-May there is live music called Rockin Riverwalk, and a happy crowd. 
Follow the boardwalk all the way to the end, enjoying wonderful breezes under the Federal Highway bridge along the way. There is a pier that runs under Federal Highway, providing a walk with lots of shade and cool breezes off the water!
At the base of the bridge is Hudson's on the River, one of the best restaurants in Florida. It is a gorgeous restaurant with seating outside on the river and an interior full of colorful murals and beautiful lights. Their food is consistently excellent- try the tropical sushi roll- yum!! 
At the base of the pier is Watefront Sailfish Lounge which has romantic outdoor seating overlooking the water. The breeze is great here. Try their short rib tacos, which are delicious. 
At the end of the boardwalk you come to glorious Sunset Bay Marina and stylish Gilbert's Coffee Bar, a wonderful place to watch the boats while sitting above the water. 
An old-style Florida place for live music every night and open mic nights (sign up at 6:30pm on Mon and Tues nights) with talented musicians is Terra Fermata, a short walk away. They have a huge outdoor area with tables galore where you can hang out under a mango tree with fellow music lovers. This is an older, funkier crowd than places like Gilbert's. 
Lyric Theater has good performances too, and has an adorable historic interior.
Pick up some goodies and enjoy the live music at the Stuart Farmer's Market (Green Market) on Sundays 9am-1pm, at Flagler Park.
Walk a little south on Colorado Ave to Kiwanis Youth Park to let your kids have a run around on the colorful submarine playground and amazing accessible playground with unusual equipment. There are cute mini-houses kids can play inside. Nearby is Memorial Park, which is a bit rundown. At Christmastime it has a circle walk of Christmas trees decorated by local real estate companies. It is a pleasant enough outing, if a bit dinky. The royal palms at the entrance, in two long rows with lights around their trunks, are pretty. The wastewater plant is between Kiwanis Youth Park and Memorial Park, and there is a pungent smell at one of these parks, depending on the wind direction.
While in Stuart, have a wonderful swim or walk at Chastain Beach on Hutchinson Island. You will be amazed at the clear, clear water and the abundance of shells!
A really fun place to spend a few hours with your family is Sailfish Splash Waterpark, a beautiful park with a lazy river, splash playground, and two tall slides.

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Osceola Street Cafe entrance.

Mediterranean Revival post office arcade, built in 1925.

Stuart Coffee shop.

Colorful and lively restaurant.

The main strip, Osceola Street.

At the end of the main strip, the water!

Walking over the water.

The pretty terraced look by the stage.

Restaurants on St Lucie Ave, by the water.

Music plays outside Earthtones Shop.

Earthtones is an interesting shop!

Stalls under tall trees at the Stuart Farmer's Market (Green Market).

Strolling along at the Green Market, Sundays 9-1.

Sunday afternoon above the concert stage.

A band plays at the stage surrounded by water on all three sides.

A good crowd at a May concert.

A couple relaxes and listens to the music.

Kicking back and listening to the live music.

Enjoying the live music on Sunday afternoon.

Purple flowers in summer.

Osceola Street.

Awesome band, Blues Crusaders, playing on the stage.

Earthtones has a cool logo.

Dining on the water at Stuart Boathouse, right by the stage!

Osceola Street is nice for browsing stores.

Kilwin's Chocolates has chocolate coins.

Heart-shaped chocolates at Kilwin's.

Seating outside Stuart Coffee Shop.

Lyric Theater.

Wine and Barley.

Picnic table and benches in the park above the waterfront stage.

Entrance to Terra Fermata, where you can catch some live music outdoors.

There is plenty of seating at Terra Fermata.

Cute blue building and stage at Terra Fermata.

Mango tree at Terra Fermata!

Performers during open mic night at Terra Fermata.

Awesome open mic night at Terra Fermata.

The bar at Terra Fermata.

Listening to the live music at the riverfront stage on Sunday afternoon.

Flowering palm tree.

Yellow storefront and coconut trees.

Dew on a silver plant.

Cute store with children's clothing and toys, called Milli And Jaime, along Osceola Street.

Seating outside Luna Pizza.

Shell tile mural on a wall.

Statue of children reading on a bench.

The stage, on a rainy day.

The beautiful stage and the water behind it.

The back entrance of Lyric Theater, with stars in the pavement.

Cute house on a side street.

Mural of House of Refuge, at 22 SE Osceola Street. It's the loveliest mural I've ever seen!

Inside Lyric Theater, an adorable historic theater.

The pleasant atmosphere outside Ocean Republic Brewing, which is a mile south of downtown Stuart.

July 4th fireworks near Mulligan's.

Terra Fermata is a happening spot.

Fireworks on July 4th.

Independence Day fireworks are a highlight in the year, in Stuart.

Stuart Heritage Museum is in a cute red wood building.

Purple flowers.

Cute crossing on Osceola Street, the main strip.

Osceola Street Cafe, with umbrellas outside.

Flower basket in the town.

Sitting outside at Waterfront Restaurant.

Breezy spot outside at Waterfront Restaurant.

A wonderful spot to be- Waterfront Restaurant.

Balcony at Waterfront Restaurant.

Peaceful spot on the water at Waterfront Restaurant.

Sitting outside at The Gafford, on Osceola Street.

Directions

The main strip of Stuart is on Osceola St between St Lucie Ave and Colorado Ave. You can park for free along the road there or on SE Ocean Blvd.
From Highway 95, exit at Kanner Hwy and follow it for six miles to the northeast into Stuart. At the circle, go straight onto Colorado Ave. The downtown area is on your left. There are one-way streets. Drive around them to find a parking spot along the road.
Hudson's on the River, 351 SW Flagler Ave, Stuart, FL 34994. Open 11am until 9 or 10pm. 
Kilwins Chocolates and Ice Cream, 31 SW Osceola St, Stuart, Florida 34994.
Earthtones, Purveyors of Cool Stuff, 43 SW Osceola St, Stuart, FL 34994, call (772) 288-1010.

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