LauderLicious

• 3599 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, 954-563-3272
• $$$
• Open: Dinner: Sun-Thurs 5pm-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-11:30pm. Closed Mon. Showtimes (Dinner served before the show): Tue-Thurs 8pm, Fri-Sat 7pm & 10pm, Sunday 7pm.
• Authentically recreates a Polynesian village, complete with tiki torches, thatch roof and wooden plank entrance into a unique dining and entertainment locale. Show: Adults $10.95, under 12 free. Reservations required.
• Average Dining Cost: $30

• 1017 East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-764-5510
• Italian, $$$
• Open: Lunch Daily 12pm-3pm. Dinner Sun-Thurs 5pm-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-11:30pm. Brunch Sat-Sun 11:30am-3:30pm.
• Exhibition Tuscan Grille. Indoors, the fresh and bright ambience incorporates touches of modern style—pointed chandeliers, elevated lighting, and wine racks built into the wall. Outside, the patio’s European charm sparkles with crisp white table settings, fans à la Casablanca, and dozens of well-manicured, seasonal flowers.
• Average Dining Cost: Brunch $15, Lunch $15, Dinner $30.

• 1611 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, 954-563-4141
• Spanish/Cuban, $$
• Open: Lunch Mon-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 4pm-11pm.
• Cuban food and Spanish cuisine including seafood dishes, New York strip steak, plantains, fine wine and Mojitos. Mario will be sure to greet you at the door!

• 310 S. Federal Highway, Deerfield Beach, 954-427-9491
• Asian, $$
• Open: Lunch 12pm-2pm. Dinner 5:30pm-10:30pm.
• The sushi is top notch at this small & intimate Japanese spot a block south of Hillsboro Blvd.
• Average Dining Cost: Lunch $12, Dinner $10-$20.

• 10374 W Sample Rd, Coral Springs, 954-755-6368
• Other, $$$
• Open: Mon-Thurs 5pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm, Sun 4pm-10pm.
• At The Melting Pot, fondue becomes a memorable four-course dining experience where patrons can really "Dip Into Something Different®." Guests enjoy a choice of four flavorful fondue cooking styles and a variety of unique entrees combined with special dipping sauces. The menu also includes creamy cheese fondues, fresh salads, fine wines and mouthwatering chocolate fondue desserts.
• Average Dining Cost: $30

• 500 E. Broward Blvd., Suite 123, Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-9720
• American, $$$
• Open: Mon-Fri 5:30pm-11pm, Sat 5pm-11pm, Sun 5pm-10pm.
• For 30 years, only the finest quality foods, featuring USDA prime-aged beef, fresh fish and seafood, hand-picked produce, delicious appetizers and elegant desserts have been served. Rich mahogany, crisp linens and superior service combined with the superior product and the dedicated people at Morton's create an experience you won't soon forget.

• 2000 N Ocean Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-568-9431
• Seafood
• Direct oceanfront dining on Fort Lauderdale beach. A stylishly casual restaurant serving local favorites like conch chowder as well as American classics. Don't forget to try the sweet potato fries!

• 101 N. Ocean Dr., Hollywood, 954-921-0990
• Seafood, $$
• Open: 11am-2am.
• Soak in the beach experience, where a full kiddy menu is available. Grownups can enjoy coconut shrimp or a fresh fish sandwhich or peel & eat shrimp from the Raw Bar. Beach-side entertainment and dining retreat.
• Average Dining Cost: $12

• 900 N. Broadwalk, Hollywood, 954-921-6171
• American, $$
• Open: Breakfast Mon-Sat 7am-12pm, Sun 7am-12:30pm. Lunch Mon-Sat 12pm-4pm, Sun 12:30pm-4pm. Dinner Sun-Thurs 4pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 4pm-12am.
• Featuring Italian Style Seafood, the "Alley" serves great pasta dishes, fish, chicken and steak specials.
• Average Dining Cost: Breakfast $10, Lunch $12, Dinner $18

OCEANS ELEVEN SOUTH

• 800 N. Federal Highway, Hallandale, 954-454-5858
• Sports Bars, $
• Anything from wings, hamburgers, to steaks and grilled cheese.
• Average Dining Cost: $10

• 1414 NE 26th Street, Wilton Manors, 954-566-1044
• Seafood, $$
• Open: Tue-Thurs 4:30pm-9:30pm, Fri-Sat 4:30pm-10pm, Sun 4:30pm-9:30pm.
• Raw bar and fresh seafood. ZAGAT Survey "Early Bird Tops".

OLE OLE

• 8100 West Broward Boulevard, Plantation, 954-476-8100
• Mexican, $
• Open: Mon-Thurs 11:30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-11pm, Sun 11:30am-9:30pm.
• Casual Mexican atmosphere with a popular bar. One of their specialties, called the Chili Relleno, is a roasted pobleno pepper, filled with cheese and chicken and fried in a signature egg batter. It's served with Mexican rice and refried beans.

• 6201 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, 954-771-4390
• Steakhouse, $$
• Open: Mon-Thurs 4pm-10pm, Fri 4pm-11pm, Sat 3pm-11pm, Sun 3pm-10pm.
• Outback Steakhouse is an Australian steakhouse restaurant. Although beef and steak items make up a good portion of the menu, the concept offers a variety of chicken, ribs, seafood, and pasta dishes. The Company’s strategy is to differentiate its restaurants by emphasizing consistently high-quality food and service, generous portions at moderate prices and a casual atmosphere suggestive of the Australian Outback
• Average Dining Cost: $18

• 2418 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-565-5877
• Chinese, $$
• Open: Mon-Sat 11am-11:30pm, Sun 11am-10pm.
• Classic Chinese design blended with a modern bistro look. Each dish on their extensive menu is prepared to order using only the freshest and highest of quality ingredients.
• Average Dining Cost: $18

PAD THAI

• 5458 West Sample Road, Coral Springs, 954-977-8980
• Asian, $
• Open: Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30 a.m.-2:30 Dinner Mon-Sat 5pm-10pm, Sun 4pm-9pm.
• Small in size but large in conception, with an extensive and inventive menu.
• Average Dining Cost: $12