By Rebecca Cahilly-Taranto
City & Shore Magazine
When we think of dining out – especially with friends or family from out of town – we often think of some place on the water. In the aftermath of Hurricane Irma, we were relieved that so many of our favorite places here were among the first businesses to reopen.
Recommendations for a Romantic Date Night
3030 Ocean
Situated within the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa, 3030 offers elevated sea-to-table fare from a celebrated chef, Adrienne Grenier.
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
3030 Holiday Drive, Fort Lauderdale
954-766-6100
3030ocean.com
Blue Bar Grill
Fine dining with classic Mediterranean fare right on the beach. Live music on weekends.
1960 S. Ocean Drive, Hallandale Beach
954-251-2658
bluebargrill.com
GG’s Waterfront Bar & Grill
A local institution on the Intracoastal Waterway in Hollywood. Sunset dining accompanied by great drinks and seafood.
606 N. Ocean Drive, Hollywood
954-929-7030
ggswaterfront.com
Sea Watch On the Ocean
Charming nautical décor reminiscent of a New England seafood house. Opening windows invite the sea breeze to accompany an expansive ocean view.
6002 N. Ocean Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale
954-781-2200
seawatchontheocean.com
The Secret Garden
It helps to have influential friends if you want to dine at this private, members-only waterfront restaurant. The boutique atmosphere matches the equally delicious dishes. We can especially recommend the sunsets seen from tables on the dock, when available.
The Pillars Hotel
111 N. Birch Road, Fort Lauderdale
954-467-8498
thepillarshotel.com
Serafina Italian Restaurant
and Waterfront Bistro
Charming little waterfront ristorante with
a welcoming vibe and delightful
Italian cuisine.
926 NE 20th Ave., Fort Lauderdale
954-463-2566
serabythewater.com
Sugar Reef Grill
Unassuming, Caribbean/Asian/Mediterranean fusion spot on the always-eclectic Hollywood Broadwalk.
600 N. Surf Road, Hollywood
954-922-1119
sugarreefgrill.com
Recommendations for Trend Setters
Blue Moon Fish Co.
Consistently fresh and delicious seafood with dockside dining. An award-winning
local favorite.
4405 W. Tradewinds Ave., Fort Lauderdale
954-267-9888
bluemoonfishco.com
Boca Landing
Fresh-caught seafood, craft cocktails and chef-inspired dishes.
999 E. Camino Real, Boca Raton
561-368-9500
bocalanding.com
Juniper on the Water
A premium raw bar and Saturday and Sunday brunches are among highlights at this hidden waterfront gem.
1975 S. Ocean Drive, Hallandale Beach
954-544-3370
juniperonthewater.com
Kaluz
Intracoastal Waterway views from every table; indoor and outdoor dining with a bustling happy hour.
3300 E. Commercial Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
954-772-2209
kaluzrestaurant.com
Latitudes Restaurant
Fresh coastal cuisine and modern atmosphere directly on the beach. Go for the Sunday Brunch and live entertainment, stay for the seafood bar and cocktails.
Delray Sands Resort
2809 S. Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach
561-278-2008
latitudesdelray.com
Sunset Catch Restaurant
Italian-meets-seafood-meets-chic atmosphere and friendly service. Regular sunset and live entertainment.
101 N Riverside Drive, Pompano Beach
954-545-0901
sunsetcatch.com
Flip Flops
and Floppy Hats
Backflip Beach Bar
Craft tacos and craft cocktails in a breezy boutique hotel beach bar.
4660 El Mar Drive,
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea
754-200-3346
plungebeachhotel.com/dining/backflip
Benny’s on the Beach
Cold beverages and beach bites
overlooking the sea.
10 S. Ocean Blvd., Lake Worth
561-582-9001
bennysonthebeach.com
Coconuts
Casual, relaxed ambience with fresh fare within view of yachts, big and small.
429 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
954-525-2421
coconutsfortlauderdale.com
Paradise Tiki Bar & Grill
Hidden waterfront gem with tasty burgers, frosty beverages and frequent
manatee sightings.
90 N. Bryan Road, Dania Beach
954-362-4038
Pelican Landing
Sip a fruity cocktail and nibble on fish
tacos while catching up on the latest
megayacht spottings.
Hyatt Regency Pier 66
2301 SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale
954-525-6666
pier66.hyatt.com/en/hotel/dining/pelicanlanding
The food? The view? Recommendations for both
15th Street Fisheries
Dockside offers casual al fresco dining while upscale dining is offered from the upstairs dining room. Don’t miss the nightly tarpon-feeding spectacle.
1900 SE 15th St., Fort Lauderdale
954-763-2777
15streetfisheries.com
Billy’s Stone Crab
All you can eat stone crabs with a panoramic view from an iconic seafood restaurant
and market.
400 N. Ocean Drive, Hollywood
954-923-2300
crabs.com
Boatyard
Dine indoors in a nautical-themed décor or al fresco under an old Banyan tree as the boats glide by. Fresh seafood, simple menu and casual elegance.
1555 SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale
954-525-7400
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Grille 66 & Bar
Upscale dining with an equally luxurious view. Old school vibe and four-star service.
2301 SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale
954-728-3500
grille66andbar.com
The Rusty Hook Tavern
Personal favorite for its selection of daily caught fish, craft beers and upscale food with casual vibes.
125 N. Riverside Drive,
Pompano Beach
954-941-2499
therustyhooktavern.com
Portico Beer & Wine Garden
A waterfront beer and wine garden with shareable, Italian-inspired dishes – and outdoor games to keep the whole
family entertained.
The Diplomat Landing
3460 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood
954-602-8761
porticohollywood.com
Steak 954
Exquisite steaks, seafood and desserts served impeccably, overlooking A-1-A and the ocean.
W Fort Lauderdale
401 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
954-279-4524
starr-restaurant.com/
steak954.com
Terra Mare
Brand new oceanfront restaurant with fresh, locally sourced land and sea dining.
Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach
551 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
954-414-5160
terramarefl.com
Shooters Waterfront
An iconic dining spot that has evolved from bawdy to sophisticated. Visit it again and try out
the new menu.
3033 NE 32nd Ave.,
Fort Lauderdale
954-566-2855
shooterswaterfront.com
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