Dining
Experience the many tasty flavors of Greater Fort Lauderdale's diverse community, from Argentinian grill to Jamaican roti, Latin fusion cuisine to soul food and some of the south's best BBQ.
"Las Olas Boulevard has a restaurant to treat any taste and a cuisine to please any palate. Sophisticated nightly action centers along Las Olas Boulevard's restaurants and sidewalk bistros."
--- Sky Writing, Air Jamaica's inflight magazine
Print PageARGENTANGO GRILL
- 1822 S. Young Circle, Hollywood, 954-920-9233
- $$
- Open: Sun-Thurs 12pm-10:30pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-11:30pm
- Enjoy the food flare from Argentina in this cozy restaurant. Entrees include perfectly Grilled Steaks, Pastas, Poultry, Seafood, and our Seasonal Specials.
AUNT I JAMAICAN RESTAURANT
- 1178 N. State Road 7, Lauderhill, 954-321-0190
- Caribbean
- Open: Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 8:30am-7pm.
- Signature dishes like Aunt I's Oxtail, the Special Brown Stewed Chicken and our made-from-scratch Jerk Chicken, has helped to make Aunt I's a standard of excellence.
BAJA FRESH
- 290 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, 954-522-2644
- Mexican, $
- Open: 10:30am-10pm
- A relatively new term, Fresh Mexican Grill refers to a unique cooking style that blends the spirit of traditional Mexican cuisine with a new zest. Customers can still eat freshly prepared food without compromising quality and flavor. Whether it's lunch, dinner or a quick bite on the run, we can prepare a delicious tasting, fresh meal that also fits into your active lifestyle.
BETTY'S RESTAURANT
- 601 N.W. 22nd Rd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-583-9121
- American, $
- Barbecued ribs and soul food specialties serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Take out available. Average cost: $10
BILLIE SWAMP SAFARI
- Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation in the Florida Everglades, Off of I75 (Alligator Alley). Lemon Grove Rd Clewiston, 863-983-6101
- Learn about the Unconquered Seminole Tribe of Florida on the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation located in the Florida Everglades. Swamp Buggy Eco-Tours and Airboat Adventure Tours depart daily through 2200 acres of untamed Everglades with abundant native and exotic wildlife. Enjoy a Snake and Alligator Show, Swamp Critter Show, dine in the Swamp Water Café, explore our boardwalk nature trail, see animal & reptile exhibits and shop for souvenirs. A rustic camping village includes native-style chickees for overnight stays. Day/Overnight Packages and Exclusive Tours available. Bring the whole family and experience the heart of the Florida Everglades like a native…at Billie Swamp Safari. Airboat Adventure Tours $15, Swamp Buggy Eco-Tours: Adults $25, Seniors $23, Children $15, Open daily 8:30am-6pm.
CAFE SEVILLE
- 2768 E Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, 954-565-1148
- Spanish/Cuban, $$$
- Open: Lunch Tues- Fri 11:30am-2pm Dinner Mon-Sat 5pm-Closing
- Elegant Spanish ambiance serving traditional Spanish cuisine. Florida Trend Magazine, Florida's Top 500 Places To Dine & Zagat's National Survey "Excellent" 1993-2006.
CALLE OCHO RESTAURANT
- 3676 W. Oakland Pk. Blvd., Lauderdale Lakes, 954-486-0501
- Spanish/Cuban, $
- Open: Mon-Sat 8am-9pm, Sun 10am-9pm.
- Average Dining Cost: < $15
CALYPSO
- 460 S. Cypress Road, Pompano Beach, 954-942-1633
- Caribbean, $$
- Open: Mon-Fri 11am-10pm
- An island getaway far from the ocean. Don't miss the scorched conch, Jamaican fish cakes or jerked shrimp. Lunch and dinner daily.
- Average Dining Cost: $18
CANCUN MEXICAN GRILL
- 1828 Harrison Street, Hollywood, 954-922-8515
- Mexican, $
- Open: Lunch Mon-Fri 12pm-4pm, Dinner 5pm-Closing
- Mexican specialties are prepared to perfection. Happy Hour Mon-Fri: 4pm-7pm. Recipient of the Miami Herald Reader's Choice Award for the past 5 consecutive years.
- Average Dining Cost: Lunch $8, Dinner $11
CHIMA BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE
- 2400 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-712-0580
- Brazilian, $$$
- Open: Mon-Thurs 5:30pm-9:30pm, Fri 5:30pm-10pm, Sat 5pm-10:30pm, Sun 4pm-9pm.
- Brazilian Steakhouse. Experience a unique and contemporary dining adventure. Chima combines authentic Brazilian Churrasco cuisine with a stylish setting, world-class bar and table-to-table rodizio service. Happy Hour Mon-Fri 5pm-7pm.
CUBAN SANDWICH EXPRESS
- 3390 N. University Dr., Sunrise, 954-747-6166
- Spanish/Cuban, $
- Open: Mon-Fri 11:30am-3:30pm, Sat-Sun 11:30pm-2:30pm.
- Sliced ham, roasted pork, melted cheese, pickles and mustard—the ingredients that make up the traditional Cuban sandwich. If you're in the mood for one of these, then Cuban Sandwich Express is the place to go. Besides the namesake specialty, this spot also offers breakfast options, plus a variety of other Cuban classics.
