Waterfront Dining

• 1900 S.E. 15th St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-763-2777
• Seafood, $$$
• Open: Dockside Cafe 11:30am-9:30pm Fine Dining Upstairs 5pm
• In many ways, 15th Street Fisheries is like two restaurants in one. Upstairs, there's a sophisticated dining room with seafood selections like Chilean sea bass. Downstairs, there's a dockside cafe where you can park your boat and enjoy a laid-back, waterfront dining experience. Tarpon feeding every day between 5pm-6pm.
• Average Dining Cost: $31

• 1 E. Commercial Blvd., Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, 954-776-0001
• Caribbean, $$
• Open: Lunch & Dinner: Mon-Sat: 11am-11pm, Sun 9am-11pm. Bar: Sun-Tues 11am-1am, Wed-Sat 11am-2am
• Located on the Ocean in Lauderdale by the sea, Live Music everyday. Great seafood and steaks. The casual bar, where familiar faces greet one another on a first name basis, is a favorite with locals and tourists. Join Aruba Beach Cafe for Happy Hour Mon-Fri starting at 4pm.

• 400 N Ocean Dr, Hollywood, 954-923-2300
• Seafood
• During sunset the view is breathtaking with crimson, orange, pink, and purple colors blending into picturesque views. Diners can watch boats cruise along the waterway or waterfowl flying towards mangrove islands. An upscale dining atmosphere that blends old Florida together with a memorable dining experience. The interior is elegantly designed with a motif of green walls, wood paneling, brass railings, burgundy pleated swag drapes, photographs of the golden age of Hollywood stars, and a full stocked bar with tropical specialty drinks. The season courteous waiters serve up favorite stone crabs and other seafood plates. The restaurant’s ambience is that of Hollywood glamour with authentic Floridian cuisine to satisfy the most discriminating culinary palette.

• 4405 W. Tradewinds Ave., Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, 954-267-9888
• Seafood, $$$
• Open: Brunch Sun 11:30am, Lunch Mon-Fri 11am-3pm, Dinner Sun-Thurs 6pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 6pm-11pm.
• Chic waterfront restaurant located on the Intracoastal Waterway serving creative fresh Florida cuisine. Deco-inspired exterior, contemporary American menu. Gospel brunch on Sundays 11:30am every Sunday $30, includes one bloody mary, mimosa, or champagne. Also located in Coral Springs.
• Average Dining Cost: Dinner $33

• 3049 Alhambra St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-764-3500
• Mediterranean/Greek, $$
• Piano Bar and Restaurant. Beachfront cafe in a restored historical home. American dishes with a Mediterranean and Caribbean twist. Voted Fort Lauderdale's Most Romantic Restaurant. Wed-Sat, the nights become a showplace for the area's fine musical talent- with cool jazz and contemporary pop.

• 1881 S.E. 17th St., 1881 SE 17th Street Fort Lauderdale, 954-759-9950
• Asian, $$$
• Open: Breakfast Daily 7am-11am, Dinner Sun-Thurs 6pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 6pm-12am.
• Overlooking the soothing Intracoastal Waterway, the restaurant's interior reflects the natural beauty of its locale - warm reds, oranges and yellows evoke the glorious Floridian sunsets, while soft greens, blues and ceruleans play off the cool tones of the water. Comprised of over 40 dishes: each artistically prepared, dramatically presented and designed for sharing.
• Average Dining Cost: $26-79

• 10 S. New River Dr. E., Fort Lauderdale, 954-463-9800
• Steakhouse, $$
• Open: Lunch & Dinner Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm. Bar 11am-1am.
• Located in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale on the New River, the Downtown Saloon is a fixture for regulars and newcomers. Sunday Brunch live music on the Riverwalk, weekly special guests. Wed-Sat live entertainment. The Function Room and The Maxwell Room is available for all kinds of functions for up to 200 people.
• Average Dining Cost: $15

• 2301 S.E. 17th St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-728-3500
• American, $$$
• Open: Mon-Thurs 5:30pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5:30pm-11pm, Sunday Closed.
• A breathtaking waterway view with a true culinary experience. Celebrated for its prime, dry-aged steak, imaginative seafood creations, as well as a dynamic daily menu that emphasizes the season's best market-fresh fish, fruits, and vegetables.
• Average Dining Cost: $35

• 300 N. Ocean Blvd., Deerfield Beach, 954-571-5220
• American, $$$
• Open: Lunch & Dinner: Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sun 11am-11pm. Bar: Sun-Thurs 11am-1am, Fri-Sat 11am-2am.
• Providing all the best South Florida has to offer, beautiful beach views, tropical breezes, incredible ambiance, superb service and great food. A perfect backdrop for any corporate event, celebration or get together. The tiki bar and main interior bar are picturesque gathering places to socialize. Live entertainment nightly and convenient valet parking.
• Average Dining Cost: Lunch $15, Dinner $25

PELICAN LANDING AT THE HYATT PIER 66

• 2301 SE 17 St, Fort Lauderdale, 954-525-6666
• American
• Considered “Fort Lauderdale’s Best Kept Secret,” Pelican Landing lures patrons with its newly enhanced décor, a menu that brings new flavor to old favorites, satiating drink specials, and of course unprecedented views of the Intracoastal Waterway. Located in the Pier Sixty-Six Marina, a perfect way to start off your weekend or to end your day with a sensational sunset. 11am-11pm.

• 4331 Anglers Ave.(Formerly Ravenswood Road), Fort Lauderdale, 954-584-1637
• Seafood, $$
• Open: Mon-Sat 11:30am-10:45pm, Sun 12pm-9pm.
• A Broward landmark since 1955, always preparing fresh seafood to order. Dine along the waterfront on the dock, visit the barge, cocktail lounge, or intimate dining room.
• Average Dining Cost: Lunch $10, Dinner $20-$40

• 3033 N.E. 32nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-566-2855
• American, $$
• Open: Mon-Thurs 11:30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm.
• Shooters is a great place for casual waterfront dining - it's an eating and drinking experience that personifies the Florida lifestyle. Friendly servers present great-tasting, freshly prepared food, generously portioned and affordably priced. Some favorites include Spinach Dip, Mango Barbecued Swordfish, Cajun Eggrolls and Chocolate Lava Cake.
• Average Dining Cost: $18

• 1536 Cordova Rd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-525-2526
• Seafood, $
• Open: Sun-Thurs 11am-2am, Fri-Sat 11am-3am Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-7pm, Sat-Thurs 11pm-Close
• Casual waterfront dining with inexpensive prices. Oysters and clams are the specialty. Kid friendly and open late. Free Wi-Fi as well as free dockage.
• Average Dining Cost: $10

• 2505 NE 15th Avenue, Wilton Manors, 954-567-3220
• American, $
• Open: Mon-Fri 6:30am-12am, Sat-Sun 7am-12am.
• Unique combination of upscale coffee house, full bakery and bistro cafe serving specialty coffees, gourmet sandwiches and pastries. Located in Wilton Manors, just minutes from Fort Lauderdale. Indoor/outdoor dining.

• 410 N. Ocean Dr., Hollywood, 954-929-4010
• Mediterranean/Greek, $$
• Open: Tue-Sun 4pm-2am
• Popular lighthearted sparkling Greek bistro on the Intracoastal waterway. Dancing on the tables is encouraged.
• Average Dining Cost: $15