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Fort Lauderdale

1. Dragon City

6.9
4200-4298 N 67th Ave, Hollywood, FL
Chinese Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Check out the authentic Chinese menu written in both Chinese and English and offers delicacies like fried duck tongue.

2. d.b.a cafe

7.9
2364 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL
American Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Bring a bottle of wine every Wine Wednesday & corkage will be waived or participate in the weekly mystery paper-bag wine tasting.

3. Big Bear Brewing Co.

8.8
1800 N University Dr, Coral Springs, FL
Brewery · University Drive · 94 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Can't decide which beer to try? Try them all with "The Sampler" that includes all the current beer offerings.

4. Pancho's Backyard Latin & Mexican Restaurant

433 E Sheridan St, Dania Beach, FL
Mexican Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Order the ceviche that's slightly spicy & very tangy and comes with yucca chips on the side, perfect for a light meal or appetizer.

5. Thasos Greek Restaurant

7.9
3330 E Oakland Park Blvd (at A1A), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Greek Restaurant · 36 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Brian Cantrell, previously with Prime Italian and Emeril’s Miami Beach, has become the new executive chef. Head on over to enjoy Brian’s gourmet Greek wonders!

6. Southport Raw Bar

8.8
1536 Cordova Rd (at SE 17th St), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Seafood Restaurant · Harbordale · 153 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: A neighborhood staple for 40 years, get a load of the creamiest clam chowder in town and a water view too.

7. Fuego Latino

7.6
1417 E Commercial Blvd, Oakland Park, FL
Latin American Restaurant · North Ridge · 14 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Share the Paella Valenciana with a date.

8. Primavera Restaurant

830 E Oakland Park Blvd (NE 8th Ter), Oakland Park, FL
Italian Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Try the whole calamari appetizer filled with shrimps, calamari & blue crab simmered in marinara sauce.

9. By Word Of Mouth

3200 NE 12th Ave, Oakland Park, FL
American Restaurant · 4 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Be sure to always leave some room for a cookie that's always offered with the bill.

10. Flanigan's Seafood Bar & Grill

8.5
2500 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL
Seafood Restaurant · 37 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Tuesday is your new favorite day w/ FREE homemade tumbleweed onions w/ 1st pitcher of beer, iced tea or lemonade, open till close.

11. Tarantella Ristorante & Pizzeria

7.4
1755 Bell Tower Ln, Weston, FL
Italian Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Text Tarantella to 91944 & receive deals on food and drinks!

12. Las Colinas

8.2
2724 N Andrews Ave, Wilton Manors, FL
Cuban Restaurant · 41 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: In a rush? Stop by the coffee window & pick up a cortado (an expresso topped w/ steamed milk) for that extra pep in your step.

13. Galanga Thai Kitchen & Sushi Bar

6.6
2389 Wilton Dr (@ 9th Ave), Wilton Manors, FL
Thai Restaurant · 40 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Order the lobster pad thai made w/ 2 whole lobster tails for only $26.

14. Rodeo Restaurant & Bar

2033 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL
American Restaurant · 21 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Celebrate your hump day w/ half off martinis every Wednesday.

15. Top of the Rock Observation Deck

9.3
30 Rockefeller Plz (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Scenic Lookout · Rockefeller Center · 881 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Check out the view on Weds, Jan 16, 2013 from 8am-2pm, as The Rink at Rockefeller transforms into a Fort Lauderdale oasis with bikini skaters, palm trees and giveaways. GOODBYE CHILLY, HELLO SUNNY.

16. The Pirate Republic Seafood & Grill

7.5
400 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Seafood Restaurant · Tarpon River · 45 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Save your Water Taxi ticket & receive 15% off your entire check.

17. Old Florida Seafood House

1414 NE 26th St (NE 13 Ave), Wilton Manors, FL
Seafood Restaurant · 14 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Go for the early bird specials & receive FREE dessert!

18. Oceans 234

8.1
234 NE 21st Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL
Seafood Restaurant · 42 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Why worry about street or garage parking when valet parking is $3?

19. Quarterdeck Restaurant

7.6
2933 E Las Olas Blvd (at Seabreeze Blvd.), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Seafood Restaurant · Central Beach · 60 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Order the half rack ribs lunch special for only $5.99.

20. Copacabana Supper Club

219 S Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Latin American Restaurant · Downtown Fort Lauderdale · 10 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Be sure to make reservations if you want to be guaranteed a table for dinner & freed from the $10 cover charge.

21. Tuscany Caffe

7.8
6 NW 1st Ave (Dania Beach Blvd.), Dania Beach, FL
Italian Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: There’s always room for FREE dessert! Ask about the after-dinner clementines, almond cookies and roasted chestnuts.

22. Siam Rice Thai & Tapas

7.8
5071 Sheridan St, Hollywood, FL
Thai Restaurant · Emerald Hills · 27 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Try any of the 30 appetizers all $8 & under.

23. Salsa Fiesta Grill

7.6
14914 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, FL
Mexican Restaurant · 32 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: To start, order the hot tamale salsa, a yellow corn-based puree that packs some heat, perfect for dipping fresh tortilla chips.

24. Pinche Taqueria

2045 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, Wilton Manors, FL
Mexican Restaurant · 21 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Tuesdays are Taco Tuesdays, and there are 9 varieties offered at $2 each.

25. Sage Cafe

2378 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL
French Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Enjoy the extensive wine collection and wine tasting every 1st & 3rd Tuesday.

26. Via Luna

1 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd (@ The Ritz-Carlton), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cocktail Bar · Central Beach · 11 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Order the 3-course fixed menu with the mozzarella & tomato salad, veal and pork handmade pasta & the panacotta for dessert.

27. Bongos Cuban Café

5733 Seminole Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cuban Restaurant · 32 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Bring your drinks and take the elevator upstairs to the "Skylounge," a rooftop bar with cabanas and a pretty view.

28. 3030 Ocean

8.0
3030 Holiday Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Seafood Restaurant · 30 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: The Anjou Pear Salad with greens, spicy pecans, maytag blue cheese & balsamic vinaigrette is a meal of its own for only $13.

29. ROK:BRGR

208 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Gastropub · Sailboat Bend · 128 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Wind down every Wednesday & receive half off all bottles of wine.

30. Padrino's Cuban Restaurant

8.4
801 S University Dr (Plantation Crossroads Shopping Center), Plantation, FL
Cuban Restaurant · 45 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Sign up to the email club and enter the dates of your birthday or anniversary to receive a complimentary entrée.

31. Argentango Grill

1822 S Young Cir, Hollywood, FL
Argentinian Restaurant · East Hollywood · 6 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Print out the coupon on their website and receive 10% off your next visit.

32. Athena by the Sea

6.7
4400 N Ocean Dr, Lauderdale by the sea, FL
Greek Restaurant · 29 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Check out their new Chill-Rite system, stretching down the length of the outer bar ensuring draft beer is kept at a constant 32 degrees.

33. Grille 401 at Las Olas

401 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
American Restaurant · Downtown Fort Lauderdale · 37 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Those with a sweet tooth will enjoy the Brioche bread pudding with raspberry-blackberry compote, shaved chocolate and whipped cream.

34. Baja Fresh

290 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mexican Restaurant · Victoria Park · 9 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Get the skinny on their menu by visiting the web site and clicking on “Eat Well” for a breakdown on their healthy and fresh ingredients.

35. Jerk Machine

111 NW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Caribbean Restaurant · Flagler Heights · 5 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Get the best Jamaican food in town w/ $5.99 lunch specials every day.

36. H2O Café

101 S Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Italian Restaurant · Central Beach · 96 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Try the 1.75lb lobster fresh Maine, steamed or broiled, for $19.95.

37. Basilic Vietnamese Grill

8.3
218 Commercial Blvd (at Poinciana St), Lauderdale by the sea, FL
Vietnamese Restaurant · 49 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: The puffy shrimp chips are perfect with a kicky chile sauce with lemongrass.

38. UdderSweets

920 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Ice Cream Parlor · Colee Hammock · 10 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Choose from 32 flavors and top it with today’s most popular candy or “old school” sweets.

39. Islamorada Fish Company

7.2
220 Gulf Stream Way, Dania Beach, FL
Seafood Restaurant · 55 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Fall in love w/ freshly made seafood and recreate it at home w/ their recipes online.

40. Briny Riverfront Irish Pub

305 S Andrews Ave (E Las Olas Blvd), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pub · Downtown Fort Lauderdale · 51 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Check out the daily specials: Golden Fried Dolphin Fingers, BLT Sandwich & Briny Famous Fish & Chips all under $9.

41. Tee-Jay Thai Sushi

2254 Wilton Dr (Wilton Dr & NE 6th Ave - Shoppes of Wilton Manors), Wilton Manors, FL
Thai Restaurant · 68 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Try the Fancy Lobster Roll with lobster tempura, eel, avocado, scallions, cucumber inside out with seared tuna on top sprinkled with tempura flakes, kimchee sauce and masago. Delicious!!

42. Fritz & Franz Bierhaus Fort Lauderdale

2861 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
German Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Get your 2 for 1 Schnitzel everyday from 12pm-3pm and all day on Tuesday.

43. Flanigan's Seafood Bar & Grill

8.3
2600 Davie Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Seafood Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Cure your late night munchies and get a free regular order of chicken wings w/ every pitcher of draft beer, soda, iced tea or lemonade 10pm-12am.

44. Masamune Japan

8.4
310 S Federal Hwy, Deerfield Beach, FL
Japanese Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Fall in love with the Heart of Japan, a specialty roll that’s carved into heart-shaped slices, ringed with ruby red tuna on the outside.

45. The Village at Gulfstream Park

8.7
501 S Federal Hwy (@ Gulfstream Park), Hallandale, FL
Shopping Plaza · 47 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Join the Mobile Club by texting MOJO to 55800 & be ‘in the know’ while on the go w/ news, deals & information about events via text message.

46. Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood, Curio Collection by Hilton

8.6
3555 S Ocean Dr, Hollywood, FL
Hotel · Hollywood Beach · 125 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Hop on the complimentary shuttle departing on the ½ hour for some morning tee time at the golf course.

47. Tee-Jay Thai Sushi

2254 Wilton Dr (Wilton Dr & NE 6th Ave - Shoppes of Wilton Manors), Wilton Manors, FL
Thai Restaurant · 68 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Order the fried bananas dessert, ultra light in rice skin wrappers, drizzled with chocolate sauce – the perfect end to a decadent meal.

48. The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale

8.5
1 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd (at Castillo St), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Hotel · Central Beach · 56 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Little skippers checking in are presented with a pirate hat, patch, & a special invitation to scour the hotel on a treasure hunt.

49. Casa Frida Mexican Grill

8.2
5441 N Federal Hwy (Federal and Commercial), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mexican Restaurant · 26 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Try the huevos motulenos for breakfast – a combo of fried eggs, ham, peas & roasted tomato sauce w/ fried plantains. It’s all the rave.

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50. Royal Pig Pub

8.1
350 E Las Olas Blvd (SE 4th ave), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pub · Downtown Fort Lauderdale · 99 tips and reviews

51. Gilbert's 17th Street Grill

8.9
1052-1198 SE 17th St. (SE 17th St), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Deli · 72 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Get treated like family! Be sure to ask Mrs. Gilbert at the door for her suggestions on what burger to order to match your cravings.

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52. Swap Shop Drive-In Theater

7.5
3291 W Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Movie Theater · 34 tips and reviews
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53. Cafe Vico

8.8
1125 N Federal Hwy (btwn Sunrise & 13th), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Italian Restaurant · 30 tips and reviews
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54. Greek Islands Taverna

9.1
3300 N Ocean Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Greek Restaurant · Galt Mile · 141 tips and reviews

55. Yogurt Ur Way

7.4
806 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Ice Cream Parlor · Colee Hammock · 9 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Go to their Facebook page & “tap into rewards” through their new loyalty reward program called SpotOn to earn free spots.

56. Green Bar & Kitchen

9.1
1075 SE 17th St (Cordova), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Harbordale · 45 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Serving only vegan fare, try the lasagna, a platter of thin-sliced zucchini layered w/ sun-dried-tomato marinara, dollops of macadamia-nut "cheese" & basil pesto.

57. Dapur Asian Tapas & Lounge

1620 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Tapas Restaurant · 62 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Check in on Facebook for lunch & receive 25% off your check.

58. American Social

8.1
721 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL
American Restaurant · 75 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Start the week off right w/ $5 burgers every Monday.

59. Ceviche by the Sea

7.3
2823 East Oakland Park Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Seafood Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Have a ceviche-licious lunch with 50% off lunch entrée when you print coupon from their website.

60. Chima Brazilian Steakhouse

8.8
2400 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Brazilian Restaurant · 77 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: From Mojito Wednesdays to Capirinha Thursdays, keep tabs on their Facebook page posts and get great deals by mentioning the post.

61. Basilic Vietnamese Grill

8.3
218 Commercial Blvd (at Poinciana St), Lauderdale by the sea, FL
Vietnamese Restaurant · 49 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: If you've never experienced a Vietnamese crepe, try one here filled with bean sprouts, shrimp, ham & onions fried to perfection.

62. Country Ham and Eggs

4405 El Mar Dr, Lauderdale by the sea, FL
Breakfast Spot · 21 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Ask about the $6 lunch specials with pulled pork on a roll & personal pizzas.

63. JoJos Taco

216 Commercial Blvd, Lauderdale by the sea, FL
Taco Restaurant · 35 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Cathy’s Catch tacos IS quite a catch with crispy flash fried fish, serrano tartar, cilantro honey lime slaw and pepitas for $5.50.

64. Bayview Cafe

7.6
2712 E Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Diner · Coral Ridge · 8 tips and reviews

Robin L.Robin Leighbuchanan: Best Breakfast Bar NONE!

65. Valentino's

1145 S Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Fort Lauderdale · 3 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Chef Rocchio gets creative with refreshing melon soup crowned with a mound of peekytoe crab salad and edible flowers.

66. Humpy's Pizza

2244 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL
Pizzeria · 30 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Don't forget to visit their website for gift certificates and coupons like BOGO 50% off pizzas.

67. Mama Mia Italian Ristorante

7.3
1818 S Young Cir (US 1), Hollywood, FL
Italian Restaurant · East Hollywood · 49 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Choose from 7 pastas and 7 sauces during All You Can Eat Pasta Wednesdays.

68. Mr D's Pizza and Subs

7.4
4260 Peters Rd, Plantation, FL
Pizzeria · 4 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Make sure to check their website for coupons like $2 off any large pizza.

69. Sal's Italian Ristorante

7.3
6280 W Sample Rd, Coral Springs, FL
Pizzeria · 13 tips and reviews

VisitLauderdaleVisitLauderdale: Get a 1/2 sub sandwich, 1 pizza slice and soup or salad all for only $6.99.

70. The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale

8.5
1 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd (at Castillo St), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Hotel · Central Beach · 56 tips and reviews
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71. Fort Lauderdale Beach at Vistamar

9.1
A1A (Vistamar), Florida
Beach · Central Beach · 14 tips and reviews

72. Fort Lauderdale Beach

9.3
N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd (Las Olas Blvd), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Beach · Central Beach · 226 tips and reviews

Andoni M.Andoni Molina-Blanco: Best beach around Miami area. Good services, less crowded, great waves.

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73. Fort Lauderdale Beach

9.3
N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd (Las Olas Blvd), Fort Lauderdale, FL
Beach · Central Beach · 226 tips and reviews

Dan M.Dan Murphy: View of North Ft. Lauderdale Beach - from the W-FLL