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FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH
Beachside dining in FTL — from casual spots to waterfront tables, here are the picks worth your time.
Fort Lauderdale Beach sits along one of South Florida's most active stretches of A1A, and the dining scene reflects it — casual fish tacos steps from the sand, rooftop bars with ocean views, and a handful of spots serious enough to warrant a reservation. This is the FTLeats guide to the best of it, updated as new places open and others fade out.
Bariloche Gourmet
Bariloche Gourmet serves pizzas, sandwiches, and empanadas alongside an array of pastries, cakes, and desserts. This Las Olas spot combines Argentine bakery traditions with casual dining favorites.
Beach Cafe & pizza
This Fort Lauderdale Beach cafe snagged the 2026 Best Pizza award for East Fort Lauderdale with $22 large cheese pizzas and breakfast items like bacon-egg bagels and Spanish omelettes. Open 8 AM to 11 PM for pickup and delivery.
Beach House Las Olas
Oceanfront spot on Fort Lauderdale Beach serving lobster rolls, blackened shrimp, and smash burgers with fire pits and palm trees. The coastal menu blends Southern flair with seafood classics, perfect for sunset beers or weekend celebrations.
Blondies Sports Bar
This beachfront sports bar combines oceanfront TVs with classic pub grub and ice-cold beer. Pool tables and direct beach access make it Fort Lauderdale's go-to spot for watching games with your toes in the sand.
Blue Steel Pizza Marina Village
Blue Steel Pizza Co specializes in Detroit-style square pan pizza on Seabreeze Boulevard. The menu extends beyond pizza with items like chicken and waffles, smash burgers, and fried chicken bao buns, plus full bar service.
Bo's Beach
This Fort Lauderdale Beach gastropub hooks locals with $2 oysters every Sunday during their weekly Oysterfest. The waterfront spot keeps things simple with their regular oyster-focused menu and social media presence.
Burlock Coast
Burlock Coast anchors Fort Lauderdale Beach with serious seafood focus. This waterfront spot draws both locals and visitors who know their way around a raw bar.
Café Del Mar
This oceanfront Italian spot has anchored Fort Lauderdale Beach since 2002, serving homemade pasta and fresh seafood from their on-premise lobster tank. The family-owned favorite draws locals and tourists for dishes like Oven Roasted Seafood Cartoccio and oversized frozen cocktails.
Cafe Ibiza
This Mediterranean spot on Las Olas Beach keeps it simple with Greek and Mediterranean classics. The beachside location makes it a solid option when you want familiar flavors without venturing far from the sand.
Casa Playa
Casa Playa serves Latin-fusion cuisine drawing from Peru, Colombia, Argentina, and Spain, with standouts like Lomo Saltado and Wagyu skirt steak with chimichurri. The drinks lean into the theme with sangria, Cubano mojitos, and jalapeño-infused margaritas alongside wines from Chile and Argentina.
Casablanca Cafe
This Mediterranean Revival landmark sits in Fort Lauderdale's first beachfront home, serving Mediterranean and American cuisine with oceanfront views. The historic setting comes alive with live piano music in the evenings and operates first-come, first-served with no reservations required.
Chima Brazilian Steakhouse
A classic churrascaria with servers who don't stop until you flip your card. The salad bar alone is worth the trip. Bring an appetite and a plan to skip dinner tomorrow.
Coconuts Fort Lauderdale
Dockside on the New River Sound with mega-yachts drifting past and a crowd that never wants to leave. Fresh seafood and that unmistakable FTL waterfront energy.
Con Murphy's Ocean Bar & Grill
An Irish pub on Fort Lauderdale Beach serving breakfast, pub food, and cold drinks with ocean proximity. A reliable beachside stop for anyone who wants a proper pint with their meal.
Escape Rooftop Bar
Perched atop the Kimpton Shorebreak, this rooftop bar delivers city skyline views with craft cocktails made from local ingredients. The outdoor space hosts live music and DJ sets, plus happy hour specials during sunset.
Evelyn's
This Four Seasons spot delivers Greek-Mediterranean mezze culture with weekend brunch built around sharing plates and conversation. The $70 experience includes welcome cocktails, grand mezze spreads, and mains like chicken & falafel waffles or shakshuka.
Kousine Fort Lauderdale
This Peruvian spot on Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard operates with solid lunch-to-dinner hours and offers both takeout and delivery. The two-location operation focuses on bringing Peruvian flavors to your neighborhood with convenient online ordering.
La Costa, Olas
This Latin spot blends coastal charm with handcrafted cocktails and dishes ranging from sizzling fajitas to fresh ceviches. The menu spans traditional favorites and modern creations, all made with bold seasonings and quality ingredients.
Lona Cocina Tequileria
Chef Pablo Salas serves contemporary Mexican fare with beachfront views, featuring signature dishes like Ahi Tuna Tostada and Lobster Quesadilla. This award-winning tequileria pairs authentic flavors with creative cocktails right on Fort Lauderdale Beach.
MAASS
Chef Ryan Ratino's Michelin-accoladed open-fire hearth restaurant. The finest ingredients, serious technique, and a wine list that means business. Dress appropriately.
Mainland Bar At Marina Village
Located within Marina Village's waterfront food hall, this Intracoastal spot combines bar service with live music programming. The venue embraces Fort Lauderdale's salt life culture through natural design elements and earthy tones.
Marina Village Fort Lauderdale Beach
This waterfront food hall on the Intracoastal channels Fort Lauderdale's salt life culture through natural, earthy design and multiple dining kiosks. The emphasis on simplicity and coastal architecture creates a laid-back atmosphere that feels authentically local.
Nanou French Bakery & Café
This French bakery and café on Las Olas serves breakfast and brunch in a casual setting. The menu focuses on traditional bakery items alongside café fare for the morning and midday crowd.
Ocean Prime Fort Lauderdale
This sprawling 15,000-square-foot waterfront spot by Las Olas Bridge spans two stories with outdoor terraces overlooking the Intracoastal. Executive Chef Charlie Tkacik runs the kitchen, serving everything from weekday lunch to weekend brunch with dishes like Crabcake Eggs Benedict.
Ozzie's Restaurant Bar
Ozzie's serves fusion Italian and American cuisine right on Fort Lauderdale Beach with ocean views and wave sounds. Their signature Power Breakfast features Spanish chistorra sausage, crispy fries, and fried eggs, perfect for beachfront brunch with mimosas.
Parrot Lounge
This 1970s beachside institution serves conch fritters, smoked fish dip, and wings while Eagles and Panthers fans pack the room. The menu runs from blackened mahi-mahi fingers to nuclear-level buffalo wings, all just steps from the sand.
Pizza
This Las Olas Boulevard spot keeps it simple with whole pies ranging from classic cheese ($25) to loaded Philly ($32), plus by-the-slice options starting at $6. They also serve wings, hot dogs, and fries for a complete casual meal.
Riviera
Riviera brings coastal luxury to the Curio Hotel Collection with a relaxed yet sophisticated vibe inspired by South Florida beaches. The menu blends classic coastal flavors with modern twists, combining Gold Coast charm with trendy elegance.
Rock Bar
This beachfront spot combines hookah service with a restaurant and nightclub setup. The multi-concept venue offers dining alongside shisha in a beach setting that transitions into late-night entertainment.
S3 Sun Sea Sand
Right on the beach with panoramic Atlantic views. Cold drinks, fresh seafood, and the kind of effortless FTL afternoon that makes locals feel lucky.
Salty Siren
The poolside and beachfront spot at B Ocean Resort serves frozen drinks and fresh fish tacos from 11 AM to sunset. Their menu spans shareables like guacamole and nachos, plus mahi mahi tacos with pickled cabbage and pepperoni pizza with hot honey.
Steak 954
A beachside steakhouse that earns the splurge. Prime cuts, stunning ocean views, and service that doesn't miss. The jellyfish tanks are a bonus.
Takato
Chef Taek Lee's Japanese-Korean fusion anchored by a 26-foot sushi bar on the ocean. Duck bao buns and kimchi fried rice alongside refined sushi. One of the best dining rooms in the city.
Thai On The Beach
Thai On The Beach serves Thai, Japanese, and sushi alongside tea service right by Fort Lauderdale Beach. The outdoor seating works whether you're flying solo or feeding the whole family. A solid mid-range option that covers all the Asian bases in one beachside spot.
Tinta
This beachfront breakfast spot serves Mexican-inspired morning fare like carne asada y huevos, chorizo smothered burritos, and specialty omelets filled with adobo pork or lump crab. The avocado toast comes three ways, including one topped with tequila-cured smoked salmon.
Village Cafe
Village Cafe serves fresh, natural comfort food steps from the beach, specializing in brunch classics with creative twists. The kitchen focuses on quality ingredients sourced locally when possible, crafting dishes that balance sweet, savory, and indulgent flavors all day long.
Vitolo
Chef Anthony Vitolo brings his Manhattan celebrity hotspot expertise to the Conrad, serving Neapolitan-inspired dishes like handmade pastas and wood-fired pizzas. The menu celebrates traditional Italian recipes with modern culinary artistry, featuring an extensive Italian wine list.
Wild Thyme Oceanside Eatery
This reimagined oceanfront spot blends Florida Coastal cuisine with Mediterranean flavors, serving signature weekend brunch and dinner menus with Floribbean flair. Fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, and sharable small plates come with stunning ocean views and sea breezes.