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1. Shooters Waterfront
4.5
Awesome(9125)
€€€€
• Seafood • Lauderdale Beach
Booked 195 times today
Shooters Waterfront is a waterfront restaurant, located in Fort Lauderdale. It's known for its dockside views, fresh seafood, and lively events. As the reviews say, it's a great place to enjoy food while overlooking the water, and the outdoor dining directly on the water's edge is a major hit. The waterfront setting adds to the ambiance and makes the dining experience more enjoyable.
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2. Serafina by The Water
4.7
Exceptional(4242)
€€€€
• Italian • Victoria Park
Booked 42 times today
“SERAFINA” in Italian translates to both “angel of the sea” and “fine evening”. Those who have been there completely agree! This beautifully romantic, candlelit trattoria is nestled in Victoria Park on a gorgeous view of the Middle River. Its doors open to the most irresistibly charming ambiance and aromas of fantastic Mediterranean flavors. Serafina has a covered and heated patio so guests can enjoy their surroundings in every season!
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3. Boatyard
4.6
Exceptional(7256)
€€€€
• Seafood • Harbordale
Booked 113 times today
Boatyard is Fort Lauderdale’s premier waterfront dining destination. Boatyard offers an upscale, nautical-chic vibe in a sophisticated, laidback atmosphere that embraces the pulse of the city’s yachting culture and where marina views abound.With an ‘Eat Local, Be Coastal’ philosophy, Boatyard’s eclectic, seafood-centric menu blends the freshest daily catches from local fisherman with the highest-quality raw bar and shellfish selections and premium cuts of meat, all thoughtfully prepared with locally sourced ingredients for patrons to enjoy inside, outside or dockside.Visit our website to join our email list or follow us on Instagram @Boatyard_RestaurantFTL for updates.
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4. Acquolina - Weston
4.5
Awesome(1596)
€€€€
• Italian • Weston
Booked 21 times today
Acquolina is now offering curbside pickup for to-go orders as a dining option. Delivery is also available through Uber eats. Please order direct by calling 954-389-1880 for curbside or traditional pickup.WARNING OPEN-TABLE DOES NOT HAVE THE ABILITY TO GUARANTEE A SEATING PREFERENCE FOR INSIDE OR OUTSIDE WATERFRONT DINING PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY FOR SPECIFIC SEATING NEEDS2010 ZAGAT RATED BEST NEW RESTAURANT IN SOUTH FLORIDA.Acquolina " Italian for mouth watering" is an authentic Southern Italian favorite offering Manhattan style dining with a great atmosphere. We feature a wide variety of off the menu specials prepared fresh daily. Our menu is offered family style as well as individual portions. Please visit our website at www.acquolinaweston.com for a preview of our full menu. Mangia
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5. Casa Sensei
4.6
Exceptional(8462)
€€€€
• Asian • Colee Hammock
Booked 90 times today
Casa Sensei offers a full service waterfront dining experience with outdoor seating. Reviewers rave about the 'amazing waterfront location,' the 'outdoor canal-side tables,' and 'beautiful waterfront (Las Olas canals) seating.' The restaurant's Asian-Latin fusion menu is consistently praised as well.
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6. YOT Bar & Kitchen
4.6
Exceptional(1489)
€€€€
• American • River Oaks
Booked 32 times today
YOT Bar & Kitchen is Fort Lauderdale's Hottest hidden gem located inside the Lauderdale Marine Center!
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7. Ocean Prime - Fort Lauderdale
4.8
Exceptional(2098)
€€€€
• Seafood • Central Beach
Booked 136 times today
Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse located at Las Olas Marina. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list & genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Guests arriving by boat may dock at Las Olas Marina at Dock C. Dock reservations are $50 & must be made in advance through the Las Olas Marina. We strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments, or clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.
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8. The House on the River
4.6
Exceptional(1529)
€€€€
• American • Sailboat Bend
Booked 61 times today
THE HOUSE is a historic oasis where people can eat, drink and celebrate day or night in true Florida Riviera style. Located directly on the New River referred to as the Venice of America, in the heart of Downtown Fort Lauderdale. This iconic structure is complemented by a charming eclectic use of vintage furniture with a whimsical twist, outfitted with mixed china, vibrant flowers and lush trees. The restaurant also features extensive outdoor patio seating set amongst umbrellas, making THE HOUSE the perfect waterfront destination in Fort Lauderdale. The outdoor seating is transformed into an intimate setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With one step in, guests are immediately transported to a sunny place, no matter the season.
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9. Olive & Sea
4.1
Excellent(677)
€€€€
• Mediterranean • Harbordale
Booked 38 times today
Olive & Sea is a rooftop waterfront restaurant on the famed Fort Lauderdale Intracoastal, serving colorful and bold Mediterranean-style dishes, livened by fresh flavors, locally sourced daily seafood specials, and ethically sourced seasons and rubs. Complementing the extensive menu is a creatively crafted cocktail program that infuses traditional Mediterranean spices, and locally inspired ingredients like citrus and herbs, to deliver a taste sensation as bold in flavor as they are in color. Whether hopping off the Water Taxi for a quick coastal cocktail, convening with friends for happy hour, celebrating a special occasion, or simply looking to enjoy an exquisite dining experience and sweeping Intracoastal views, Olive and Sea is a must-sea-and-taste destination. Sunday-Thursday, the kitchen is open until 10pm and the bar is open until 10:30pm.
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10. Mastro's Ocean Club - Fort Lauderdale
4.8
Exceptional(4100)
€€€€
• Seafood • Lauderdale Beach
Booked 61 times today
Mastro's Ocean Club in Fort Lauderdale is a waterfront restaurant, located on the Intercoastal Waterway. Patrons enjoy stunning waterfront views and even have the convenience of yacht docking. Many reviews mention the beautiful water views and tables seating right on the water, making it a perfect spot for a romantic date night on the water.
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