Waterfront Dining

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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