Amanda’s Fort Lauderdale guidebook
Beach- Food-Shops
Wonderful family beach and it's just 3 miles from our home! You can usually get to the beach in less than 10 minutes. This beach also offers a walking pier where you can fish or just take a stroll. The pier is open 24 hours and costs $2 per person. Cash only.
There is public metered parking at the beach and when it's busy there are available parking lots that cost around $10 for the day.
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea also has great restaurants and a couple of nice ice cream shops. Our favorite ice cream is the toasted coconut at Kilwins! A must try for those who love coconut!
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Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Wonderful family beach and it's just 3 miles from our home! You can usually get to the beach in less than 10 minutes. This beach also offers a walking pier where you can fish or just take a stroll. The pier is open 24 hours and costs $2 per person. Cash only.
There is public metered parking at the beach and when it's busy there are available parking lots that cost around $10 for the day.
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea also has great restaurants and a couple of nice ice cream shops. Our favorite ice cream is the toasted coconut at Kilwins! A must try for those who love coconut!
State Park with beach access
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park is a Florida State Park located in Fort Lauderdale, on East Sunrise Boulevard, between the Intracoastal Waterway and SR A1A.
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Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
3109 E Sunrise BlvdHugh Taylor Birch State Park is a Florida State Park located in Fort Lauderdale, on East Sunrise Boulevard, between the Intracoastal Waterway and SR A1A.
Food scene
Great food with intercostal water views. I recommend making a reservation ahead.
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Shooters Waterfront
3033 NE 32nd AveGreat food with intercostal water views. I recommend making a reservation ahead.
Long strip with lots of restaurants, shops, and more.
Great nightlife scene as well!
Just a few recommendations below...
Cheesecake Factory
Roccos Tacos- Mexican
Cuba Libre- Latin
Louie Bossi- Italian
Wild Sea- Seafood
Del Friscos- Steak
Casa Sensei- Pan-Asian
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Las Olas
Long strip with lots of restaurants, shops, and more.
Great nightlife scene as well!
Just a few recommendations below...
Cheesecake Factory
Roccos Tacos- Mexican
Cuba Libre- Latin
Louie Bossi- Italian
Wild Sea- Seafood
Del Friscos- Steak
Casa Sensei- Pan-Asian
Posh, stylish venue for meats carved table side, ample salad bar, outdoor bar & weeknight happy hour.
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Chima Steakhouse
2400 E Las Olas BlvdPosh, stylish venue for meats carved table side, ample salad bar, outdoor bar & weeknight happy hour.
Best Thai restaurant in Fort Lauderdale! Has received many awards. I recommend making a reservation.
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Thai Spice
1514 E Commercial BlvdBest Thai restaurant in Fort Lauderdale! Has received many awards. I recommend making a reservation.
Louie Bossi's Ristorante Bar Pizzeria
1032 E Las Olas BlvdTacoCraft Taqueria
4400 N Ocean DrAruba Beach Cafe
1 Commercial BlvdTatts & Tacos Beer Garden
3200 NE 12th AveRocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar
1313 E Las Olas BlvdEl Camino Fort Lauderdale
817 E Las Olas BlvdBodega Taqueria y Tequila
21 West Las Olas BoulevardBest BBQ in all of South Florida! A local favorite, family owned business. Closed on Sunday and Monday.
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Tom Jenkins BBQ
1236 S Federal HwyBest BBQ in all of South Florida! A local favorite, family owned business. Closed on Sunday and Monday.
Chill, beachy hangout on the Intracoastal dishing seafood & Sunday brunch while yachts cruise by.
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Coconuts
429 Seabreeze BlvdChill, beachy hangout on the Intracoastal dishing seafood & Sunday brunch while yachts cruise by.
Long-running window-serve eatery featuring classic Cuban dishes & outdoor seating.
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925 Nuevo's Cubano's
925 N Andrews AveLong-running window-serve eatery featuring classic Cuban dishes & outdoor seating.
Long-running, family-owned chain serving a menu of traditional Cuban dishes in a relaxed setting.
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Las Vegas Cuban Cuisine Oakland - Fort Lauderdale
2807 East Oakland Park BoulevardLong-running, family-owned chain serving a menu of traditional Cuban dishes in a relaxed setting.
Rustic-chic coffee shop for artisanal coffees, breakfast grub & lunch sandwiches, plus garden seats.
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The Alchemist
2430 NE 13th AveRustic-chic coffee shop for artisanal coffees, breakfast grub & lunch sandwiches, plus garden seats.
La Mexicana Tapas & Taqueria
2430 NE 13th AveBulegreen Cafe Yard
3299 N Dixie HwyPhat Boy Sushi & Kitchen (1)
4100 N Federal HwyAwesome sushi spot!
Dal Contadino Trattoria
2775 E Oakland Park BlvdPopular Italian restaurant!
Long-running Pittsburgh-born chain known for its sandwiches piled high with coleslaw & french fries.
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Primanti Brothers
901 N Fort Lauderdale Beach BlvdLong-running Pittsburgh-born chain known for its sandwiches piled high with coleslaw & french fries.
Longtime French bakery serves sweet & savory croissants, baked goods & desserts in a snug interior.
They have the best fresh bread!! My husbands favorite place. Great spot for breakfast.
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Croissan'Time French Bakery
1201 N Federal HwyLongtime French bakery serves sweet & savory croissants, baked goods & desserts in a snug interior.
They have the best fresh bread!! My husbands favorite place. Great spot for breakfast.
TropiBowls
1520 East Commercial BoulevardPopular spot for Acai bowls
Oceanic
250 N Pompano Beach BlvdHighly recommend this place!
Beach House
270 N Pompano Beach BlvdGreat restaurant with a beach view!
Sightseeing
Great place for kids to run around and explore! https://mods.org
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Iziko leDiscovery neScience
401 SW 2nd StGreat place for kids to run around and explore! https://mods.org
Las Olas Boulevard in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, Florida is at the forefront of everything from fashion boutiques and art galleries, to memorable restaurants, sidewalk cafes and bars… set the stage each evening for South Florida’s most architecturally unique, authentic, and eclectic shopping and dining district.
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Las Olas
Las Olas Boulevard in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, Florida is at the forefront of everything from fashion boutiques and art galleries, to memorable restaurants, sidewalk cafes and bars… set the stage each evening for South Florida’s most architecturally unique, authentic, and eclectic shopping and dining district.
Vintage riverboat offering sightseeing tours of Fort Lauderdale waterways, dinner & show cruises.
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Jungle Queen Tour - Fort Lauderdale
801 Seabreeze BlvdVintage riverboat offering sightseeing tours of Fort Lauderdale waterways, dinner & show cruises.
Xtreme Action Park
5 minutes drive from our home!
This a great place for kids, families, and even group outings!
Complex with a half-mile asphalt go-kart track, bowling lanes, arcade, an indoor ropes course, a bar and more!!
Action Street
Acton StreetThis a great place for kids, families, and even group outings!
Complex with a half-mile asphalt go-kart track, bowling lanes, arcade, an indoor ropes course, a bar and more!!
Nightlife
Located on Las Olas Riverfront, The Wharf is Fort Lauderdale's Newest Open-Air Creative Event Space! You can go for drinks or even food.
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The Wharf Fort Lauderdale
20 W Las Olas BlvdLocated on Las Olas Riverfront, The Wharf is Fort Lauderdale's Newest Open-Air Creative Event Space! You can go for drinks or even food.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood in South Florida features three hotel towers - The Guitar Hotel, Oasis Tower & Hard Rock Hotel.
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Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood Casino
1 Seminole WaySeminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood in South Florida features three hotel towers - The Guitar Hotel, Oasis Tower & Hard Rock Hotel.
Tree- & plant-filled rooftop lounge offering craft cocktails & light fare, with sweeping city views.
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Rooftop @ 1WLO
1 W Las Olas BlvdTree- & plant-filled rooftop lounge offering craft cocktails & light fare, with sweeping city views.
Polished, relaxing 3-room lounge serving cocktails & elevated bites alongside a leafy terrace
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The Wilder
701 E Broward BlvdPolished, relaxing 3-room lounge serving cocktails & elevated bites alongside a leafy terrace
Snazzy destination featuring a New American menu, happening bar & outdoor lounge with a fire pit.
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YOLO (You Only Live Once)
333 E Las Olas BlvdSnazzy destination featuring a New American menu, happening bar & outdoor lounge with a fire pit.
American Social
721 E Las Olas BlvdWater Sport Activities
Fort Lauderdale Jet Ski and Boat Rentals
3008 Seabreeze BlvdHollywood | Fort Lauderdale Fishing Charters - Lady Pamela
5400 N Ocean DrWater sports equipment rental service in Fort Lauderdale. Tours available.
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Beach Ventures SEABOB Rental
2000 N Ocean BlvdWater sports equipment rental service in Fort Lauderdale. Tours available.