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Print Page15TH STREET FISHERIES
- 1900 S.E. 15th St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-763-2777
- Seafood, $$$
- Open: Dockside Cafe 11:30am-9:30pm Fine Dining Upstairs 5pm
- In many ways, 15th Street Fisheries is like two restaurants in one. Upstairs, there's a sophisticated dining room with seafood selections like Chilean sea bass. Downstairs, there's a dockside cafe where you can park your boat and enjoy a laid-back, waterfront dining experience. Tarpon feeding every day between 5pm-6pm.
- Average Dining Cost: $31
3030 OCEAN RESTAURANT
- 3030 Holiday Dr., Harbor Beach Marriott Fort Lauderdale, 954-765-3030
- American, $$$
- Open: 6pm-10pm, 7 Days a Week
- Chef Dean James Max reflects the savory flavor of the ocean into his exquisite dining menu while guests have the pleasure of overlooking the Atlantic inside his chic dinner bistro. Hell's Kitchen fans may also enjoy a delectable dinner prepared by the television show's runner-up Paula DaSilva, chef de cuisine. Wine Spectator Award Recipient.
- Average Dining Cost: $40-$60
ARUBA BEACH CAFÉ
- 1 E. Commercial Blvd., Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, 954-776-0001
- Caribbean, $$
- Open: Lunch & Dinner: Mon-Sat: 11am-11pm, Sun 9am-11pm. Bar: Sun-Tues 11am-1am, Wed-Sat 11am-2am
- Located on the Ocean in Lauderdale by the sea, Live Music everyday. Great seafood and steaks. The casual bar, where familiar faces greet one another on a first name basis, is a favorite with locals and tourists. Join Aruba Beach Cafe for Happy Hour Mon-Fri starting at 4pm.
BEACH WATCH
- 300 N. Beach Blvd., Dania Beach, 954-929-4887
- American, $$
- Open: Tues-Thurs 11:30am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-10pm, Sun 9:30am-9pm.
- Located right over the ocean next to the fishing pier. Modern, relaxing atmosphere, friendly and attentitive service. American cuisine with an emphasis on seafood.
- Average Dining Cost: $20
BIMINI BOAT YARD
- 1555 S.E. 17th St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-525-7400
- American, $$
- Fort Lauderdale's premiere waterfront dining. Open daily at 11:30 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Happy Hour daily from 4 - 7 p.m. Rated Florida Trend's Top 500 Restaurants.
BLUE MOON FISH CO.
- 4405 W. Tradewinds Ave., Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, 954-267-9888
- Seafood, $$$
- 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
CAP'S PLACE ISLAND RESTAURANT
- 2765 N.E. 28th Ct., Lighthouse Point, 954-941-0418
- Seafood, $$
- Open: Year Round from 5:30pm. 7 Days a week during the "season" Dec 22 thru May 10. 6 Days a week "off season" - closed MONDAYS May 11 thru Dec 21.
- Not a board's been changed in this island beach shanty since it was frequented by FDR and Churchill during World War II. A favorite of Jack Kennedy, now sought out by TV celebrities. Recognized as a national landmark Cap’s is Broward County, Florida's oldest restaurant. Cap's boat takes diners from mainland. Features fresh broiled seafood, fresh chowder and fresh heart of palm salad. Dinner nightly. Open Sunday.
- Average Dining Cost: $25
CASABLANCA CAFE
- 3049 Alhambra St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-764-3500
- Mediterranean, $$
- 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.
CHINA GRILL AT HILTON FORT LAUDERDALE MARINA
- 1881 S.E. 17th St., 1881 SE 17th Street Fort Lauderdale, 954-759-9950
- Asian, $$$
- Open: Breakfast Daily 7am-11am, Dinner Sun-Thurs 6pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 6pm-12am.
- Overlooking the soothing Intracoastal Waterway, the restaurant's interior reflects the natural beauty of its locale - warm reds, oranges and yellows evoke the glorious Floridian sunsets, while soft greens, blues and ceruleans play off the cool tones of the water. Comprised of over 40 dishes: each artistically prepared, dramatically presented and designed for sharing.
- Average Dining Cost: $26-79
DOWNTOWNER SALOON
- 10 S. New River Dr. E., Fort Lauderdale, 954-463-9800
- Steakhouse, $$
- 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
GRILLE 66 AT PIER 66
- 2301 S.E. 17th St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-728-3500
- American, $$$
- Open: Mon-Thurs 5:30pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5:30pm-11pm, Sunday Closed.
- A breathtaking waterway view with a true culinary experience. Celebrated for its prime, dry-aged steak, imaginative seafood creations, as well as a dynamic daily menu that emphasizes the season's best market-fresh fish, fruits, and vegetables.
- Average Dining Cost: $35
HOLLYWOOD OCEANFRONT BROADWALK
- A1A east to the ocean between Sheridan St. and Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 954-921-3404
- 2.2 mile long pedestrian promenade, combined with dramatic coastal views of Hollywood Beach. Newly reconstructed path for walkers, bicycle lane and jogging path. Outdoor cafes from organic farmers market and juice bar, to gourmet meals and ice cream cones.
JB'S ON THE BEACH
- 300 N. Ocean Blvd., Deerfield Beach, 954-571-5220
- American, $$$
- 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
LE TUB
- 1100 North Ocean Drive , Hollywood, 954-921-9425
- American, $$
- Open: Daily 12pm-4pm
- In the July issue of GQ Magazine, author Alan Richman ranks Le Tub as home to the best burger in the country in an article titled "The 20 Hamburgers You Must Eat Before You Die."
- Average Dining Cost: $10-$30
RIVALS RESTAURANT SPORTS GRILLE
- 3460 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, 954-602-8760
- Sports Bars, $$$
- Open: Mon-Fri 4pm-2am, Sat-Sun 12pm-2am.
- A casual gathering place and restaurant brings together an exciting sports entertainment venue with culinary excellence. The American menu with a global edge is served both indoors and outside. Relaxing dockside atmosphere with views of the Intracoastal Waterway with sports action on 32 Hi Def Plasma/LDC Screens. Great sunset views plus unusual beer list and special martinis
- Average Dining Cost: $25
RUSTIC INN CRAB HOUSE
- 4331 Anglers Ave.(Formerly Ravenswood Road), Fort Lauderdale, 954-584-1637
- Seafood, $$
- Open: Mon-Sat 11:30am-10:45pm, Sun 12pm-9pm.
- A Broward landmark since 1955, always preparing fresh seafood to order. Dine along the waterfront on the dock, visit the barge, cocktail lounge, or intimate dining room.
- Average Dining Cost: Lunch $10, Dinner $20-$40
SEA WATCH
- 6002 N. Ocean Blvd., Lauderdale By The Sea, 954-781-2200
- Seafood, $$$
- Open: Lunch 11:30pm-3:30pm. Dinner Sun-Thurs 5pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-10:30pm. Bar & Lounge 11:30am-10pm.
- Casually elegant oceanfront tribute to the sea and sailors with open-air porch, two floors of rambling rooms and large selection of menu items. Complete Dinner at Dusk, May-December 5pm-6pm, $18.95.
- Average Dining Cost: Lunch $15, Dinner $30
SHOOTERS WATERFRONT CAFE
- 3033 N.E. 32nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-566-2855
- American, $$
- Open: Mon-Thurs 11:30am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm.
- Shooters is a great place for casual waterfront dining - it's an eating and drinking experience that personifies the Florida lifestyle. Friendly servers present great-tasting, freshly prepared food, generously portioned and affordably priced. Some favorites include Spinach Dip, Mango Barbecued Swordfish, Cajun Eggrolls and Chocolate Lava Cake.
- Average Dining Cost: $18
SHULA'S ON THE BEACH
- 321 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. (A1A), Fort Lauderdale, 954-355-4000
- Steakhouse, $$$
- Open: Tues-Sat 5:30pm-11pm
- Dine in elegance as you enjoy excellent water views on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. Exclusively serving the award SHULA CUT® steaks, premium Black Angus beef, aged to perfection and fresh seafood. Enjoy live entertainment Wednesdays-Saturdays beginning at 7pm. Complimentary valet parking is extended to all guests of Coach Don Shula.
SPAZIO
- 239 S. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-764-8191
- Italian, $$
- Open: Daily 8am-12am
- Casual and laid back for breakfast at sunrise, buzzing at lunch when the sun is at full glow, romantic at sunset for dinner. Featuring the freshest seafood, homemade pastas and prime meats. Live entertainment with some of the hottest local and international talent around.
- Average Dining Cost: Breakfast $8, Lunch $15, Dinner $20
STORK'S BAKERY-COFFEE-CAFE
- 2505 NE 15th Avenue, Wilton Manors, 954-567-3220
- American, $
- Open: Mon-Fri 6:30am-12am, Sat-Sun 7am-12am.
- Unique combination of upscale coffee house, full bakery and bistro cafe serving specialty coffees, gourmet sandwiches and pastries. Located in Wilton Manors, just minutes from Fort Lauderdale. Indoor/outdoor dining.
SUGAR REEF GRILL
- 600 N. Surf Rd., Hollywood, 954-922-1119
- Caribbean, $$
- Open: Season (Late Dec-Mid April): Tue-Fri 11:45am-10:30pm, Sat-Sun 9am-10:30pm, Mon 5pm-10:30pm. Off-Season (Mid April-Late Dec): Mon-Fri 5pm, Sat-Sun 9am.
- Enjoy tropical flavors with a traditional touch and the beautiful ocean front dining in Hollywood. A South Florida dining destination for visitors and locals alike, they have combined great dining and breathtaking views in a sophisticated yet casual setting for over twelve years. Closed for stormy weather.
- Average Dining Cost: $21
TAVERNA OPA
- 410 N. Ocean Dr., Hollywood, 954-929-4010
- Greek, $$
- Open: Tue-Sun 4pm-2am
- Popular lighthearted sparkling Greek bistro on the Intracoastal waterway. Dancing on the tables is encouraged.
- Average Dining Cost: $15
TRINA
- 601 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-567-8020
- Seafood, $$$
- Open: Breakfast Daily 6:30am-11am. Brunch Sat-Sun 11am-3pm. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30am-3pm. Dinner Sun-Thurs 5:30pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5:30pm-10:30pm.
- Offers an outstanding location with panoramic ocean views, first class Mediterranean culinary experiences and now the recipient of AAA's "Four Diamond Award".
- Average Dining Cost: $30-$50
TUSCAN GRILL
- 1105 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, 954-766-8700
- Italian, $$$
- Open: Mon-Thurs 12pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-12am, Sun 5pm-11pm.
- Offering traditional Tuscan cuisine, made with the freshest ingredients, in a scenic, comfortable environment.
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