Fort Lauderdale Dining

Greater Fort Lauderdale's some 3,500 restaurants range from tiny cafes to expansive al fresco waterfront dining. An abundance of quaint bistros, ethnic enclaves and top-rated steak and seafood houses bolster the Venice of America's reputation as a world-class destination for pleasurable culinary exploration.

Some of the best food experiences are to be found in one of the following places:

Shula's On the Beach
321 North Atlantic Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
+1 954 355 4000
Specializing in steaks, this beachfront restaurant is owned by NFL's most winning coach and features a superior selection of aged steaks and seafood in an elegant decor, as well as a spacious outdoor patio, private dining rooms, large screen TVs, and sports memorabilia from Don Shula's NFL career. They are open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and feature live entertainment nightly.

Las Olas Cafe
922 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
+1 954 524 4300
This quiet hidden-away cafe just steps back from Las Olas Boulevard is indeed romantic, especially outdoors. Follow the walkway to the secluded courtyard and dine outside under the stars (there's also an intimate little indoor dining room).

Bimini Boatyard
1555 Southeast 17th Street Causeway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
+1 954 525 7400
Bimini Boatyard caters to those who live the good life, with a light and airy feeling that recalls the Caribbean. The grill cooks up California cuisine with an island twist. The Bimini bread, oatmeal and molasses yeast with honey inside, is popular enough to attract crowds on its own. The pasta dish and salads are creative. Do it island-style with the chef's cut prime rib, 14 ounces of juicy beef.

Casa D'Angelo
1201 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
+1 954 564 1234
This traditional Italian restaurant serves classic dishes served in a formal setting and is a good place for toasting the important moments in life. Pasta, seafood, veal, and beef dishes are complemented by rich sauces, the wine list is extensive and well chosen, the dining room is elegant, and the service is extraordinary. Finish with cappuccino and creamy, bold tiramisu for the perfect celebratory meal.

Mai-Kai
3599 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
+1 954 563 3272
Escape to one of the most unique dining and entertainment places in all of South Florida. Since 1956, it has captivated people with its warmth and magical aura. The Mai-Kai authentically recreates a Polynesian Village, complete with tiki torches, a thatch roof, and a wooden plank bridge entrance.