Near the north entrance to the Coconut Point Mall is a courtyard area with a handful of dining establishments that include Doc Greens, Starbucks coffee and Marble Slab Creamery.

The Marble Slab Creameryis a great ice cream store that offers inside and outside courtyard seating. 

The courtyard has just recently been completed and the remaining restaurants are opening in the next few weeks.  The high point of this courtyard is it's Koi and turtle pond and waterfall features.  Kids just love it, too.

When the winter months roll around, there is a gas fire pit with seating to enjoy.  Yes, it does get cold enough for a fire in South Florida.

This mall is pet friendly.  Dog water fountains are located through out the Coconut Point Mall complex - including this courtyard area. 

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