Guidebook for Fort Lauderdale
Food Scene
Quarterdeck Restaurants
300 N Beach RdSeafood they have the best Dolphin in town.
Welcome to Fort Lauderdale's World Class Dining Experience. Stop by and enjoy live music nightly at our new piano bar, choose your favorite bottle from our very own wine cellar, sip libations "al fresco" on our private patio, or simply enjoy Chef Brian's creations at the new and improved Bistro Mezzaluna. They now have banquet rooms so keep them in mind for your next party. Bistro Mezzaluna thanks you for your continued business and looks forward to serving you at their new home!
13 locals recommend
Bistro Mezzaluna
1821 SE 10th AveWelcome to Fort Lauderdale's World Class Dining Experience. Stop by and enjoy live music nightly at our new piano bar, choose your favorite bottle from our very own wine cellar, sip libations "al fresco" on our private patio, or simply enjoy Chef Brian's creations at the new and improved Bistro Mezzaluna. They now have banquet rooms so keep them in mind for your next party. Bistro Mezzaluna thanks you for your continued business and looks forward to serving you at their new home!
This sports tavern caters to Miami Dolphin fans and is known for its wings. View 33 televisions and 3 widescreens.
7 locals recommend
Bru's Room Sports Grill - Coconut Creek
5460 West Hillsboro BoulevardThis sports tavern caters to Miami Dolphin fans and is known for its wings. View 33 televisions and 3 widescreens.
Authentically recreates a Polynesian village, complete with tiki torches, thatch roof and wooden plank entrance into a unique dining and entertainment locale. Show: Adults $15, under 12 free. Reservations required.
70 locals recommend
Mai-Kai Restaurant and Polynesian Show
3599 N Federal HwyAuthentically recreates a Polynesian village, complete with tiki torches, thatch roof and wooden plank entrance into a unique dining and entertainment locale. Show: Adults $15, under 12 free. Reservations required.
Drinks & Nightlife
Hard Rock Cafe
1 Seminole WayLas Olas Blvd/SE 4 Ave station
Many clubs and nightlife events
The ultimate wine destination for Fort Lauderdale oenophiles. With more than 150 wines to choose from, this charming spot knows…
15 locals recommend
33rd Street Wine Bar
3337 NE 33rd StThe ultimate wine destination for Fort Lauderdale oenophiles. With more than 150 wines to choose from, this charming spot knows…
South Florida’s largest outdoor party, a 15,000 sq. ft. fun interactive outside facility located in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale. Whether its ladies hula hooping on the bar, showers going, or your favorite DJ spinning, you’ll never know what’s next at The Backyard. Every weekend this Fort Lauderdale nightclub is filled to capacity with locals and tourists, enjoying great drink specials and dancing to high energy remixes and mash-ups.
55 locals recommend
Backyard
100 SW 3rd AveSouth Florida’s largest outdoor party, a 15,000 sq. ft. fun interactive outside facility located in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale. Whether its ladies hula hooping on the bar, showers going, or your favorite DJ spinning, you’ll never know what’s next at The Backyard. Every weekend this Fort Lauderdale nightclub is filled to capacity with locals and tourists, enjoying great drink specials and dancing to high energy remixes and mash-ups.
Briny's Irish Pub
220 SW 2nd StThe local Irish hangout for all Pompano Beachers,
21 and over entertainment megaplex. Inside this 25,000 sq.ft. facility lies 8 separate bars, 2 giant screen TV's, 88 televisions, an exclusive VIP Martini Bar, a chic Latin bistro named Babalu Bar, and a state-of-the-art Media Room that is a sports-enthusiast's dream. The newest addition to the club's entertainment arsenal is the "Red Zone" sports bar featuring a 25 foot long bar made of ice and surrounded by big screen TV's. Martini Mondays, Wed Latin Night, Thurs Ladies Night, Fri Happy Hour 4pm-8pm, Fiesta Saturdays, and Sun Caribbean Night. Open to 4am each night.
31 locals recommend
Cafe Iguana Pines
8358 Pines Blvd21 and over entertainment megaplex. Inside this 25,000 sq.ft. facility lies 8 separate bars, 2 giant screen TV's, 88 televisions, an exclusive VIP Martini Bar, a chic Latin bistro named Babalu Bar, and a state-of-the-art Media Room that is a sports-enthusiast's dream. The newest addition to the club's entertainment arsenal is the "Red Zone" sports bar featuring a 25 foot long bar made of ice and surrounded by big screen TV's. Martini Mondays, Wed Latin Night, Thurs Ladies Night, Fri Happy Hour 4pm-8pm, Fiesta Saturdays, and Sun Caribbean Night. Open to 4am each night.
Entertainment & Activities
Dania Beach
North Beach RoadAirboat rides, swamp buggy tours and Native American culture! Learn about the Unconquered Seminole Tribe of Florida on the Big…
31 locals recommend
BILLIE SWAMP SAFARI
30000 Gator Tail Trl.Airboat rides, swamp buggy tours and Native American culture! Learn about the Unconquered Seminole Tribe of Florida on the Big…
Florida Grand Opera stands as one of the oldest performing arts organizations in Florida. In addition to producing standard…
8 locals recommend
Florida Grand Opera
Florida Grand Opera stands as one of the oldest performing arts organizations in Florida. In addition to producing standard…
This newly constructed, state of the art, 1143-seat theatre offers something for everyone. Performances include concerts, theatrical and dance acts, comedy, musicals and family entertainment. See website for show schedule.
Lauderhill Performing Arts Center
3800 NW 11th PlThis newly constructed, state of the art, 1143-seat theatre offers something for everyone. Performances include concerts, theatrical and dance acts, comedy, musicals and family entertainment. See website for show schedule.
Live horse racing every Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat evening with a first race post time of 7:05pm. 1,500 Vegas style slots, poker room, electronic blackjack, four restaurants, multi-story feature bar, high tech sports bar and wagering area overlooking the track. Non-Smoking. Nightly entertainment. Sun–Thurs: 9am–3am, Fri-Sat open 24 hours.
75 locals recommend
Isle Casino Racing Pompano Park
777 Isle of Capri CircleLive horse racing every Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat evening with a first race post time of 7:05pm. 1,500 Vegas style slots, poker room, electronic blackjack, four restaurants, multi-story feature bar, high tech sports bar and wagering area overlooking the track. Non-Smoking. Nightly entertainment. Sun–Thurs: 9am–3am, Fri-Sat open 24 hours.
Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale
313 FL-7Christian Church
Parks & Nature
TYs Park
Paddle boats and rides, hiking, nature walk and alot of fun!
Shopping
Aventura Mall
19501 Biscayne BlvdBest one in town
Macy's, Neiman Marcus, H&M's, Dillards, Abercombie & Fitch, American Eagle, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Express, Free People, Gap, JCrew, Lucky Brand, Michael Kors, Pac Sun, Swim&Sport and many restaurants and food items.
653 locals recommend
The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale
2414 E Sunrise BlvdMacy's, Neiman Marcus, H&M's, Dillards, Abercombie & Fitch, American Eagle, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Express, Free People, Gap, JCrew, Lucky Brand, Michael Kors, Pac Sun, Swim&Sport and many restaurants and food items.
Arts & Culture
Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
34725 Josie Billie HwyProviding a variety of programs to enrich lives through instruction in dance, music, drama, theatre, and rhythmic drumming.…
Ashanti Cultural Arts and Enrichment
353 Hammondville RdProviding a variety of programs to enrich lives through instruction in dance, music, drama, theatre, and rhythmic drumming.…
Located in the heart of Pompano Beach’s new Creative Arts District, Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA) newly renovated facility…
6 locals recommend
Bailey Contemporary Arts
41 NE 1st StLocated in the heart of Pompano Beach’s new Creative Arts District, Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA) newly renovated facility…
The only Urban Arts District in Fort Lauderdale populated with open artist's studios, galleries, live theatre, and a host of one of a kind events. Join us for the FAT Village Art Walk, which happens on the last Saturday of every month
75 locals recommend
FAT Village Center for the Arts
531 NW 1st AveThe only Urban Arts District in Fort Lauderdale populated with open artist's studios, galleries, live theatre, and a host of one of a kind events. Join us for the FAT Village Art Walk, which happens on the last Saturday of every month