Waterfront Dining

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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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