Coconuts, Boatyard or Mastro’s: Where to Dock and Dine in Fort Lauderdale
✓ Checked 10/18/2026 · How this article was researched
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Coconuts, Boatyard and Mastro’s Ocean Club are Fort Lauderdale waterfront restaurants that welcome guests arriving by boat. The best choice depends on whether you need confirmed dockage, can work with first-come availability or want a steak-and-seafood meal by the Intracoastal.
Compare the docking arrangements and meal options
| Restaurant | Best fit | Docking and reservation details | Meal options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boatyard | A planned outing for up to six guests | 120 feet of dockage; a reservation guarantees a boat slip and table for parties of up to six | Seafood, raw-bar selections and premium cuts of meat |
| Coconuts | A flexible stop or Sunday brunch | Limited first-come, first-served dockage with no dockmaster; the restaurant does not accept reservations | Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
| Mastro’s Ocean Club | An Intracoastal meal centered on steaks and seafood | Welcomes arrivals by boat; confirm docking procedures directly | USDA Prime steaks and seafood |
Boatyard: when confirmed dockage matters
Boatyard, at 1555 SE 17th St., has 120 feet of dockage. A reservation guarantees both a boat slip and a table for up to six guests, making it the strongest choice here when docking certainty is the priority.
The six-person limit matters: larger parties should contact the restaurant rather than assume the same guarantee applies. Once seated, the group can choose among seafood, raw-bar selections and premium cuts of meat.
Coconuts: when the schedule can stay flexible
Coconuts, at 429 Seabreeze Blvd., has limited dockage available on a first-come, first-served basis and no dockmaster. It also does not accept dining reservations.
That combination works best for boaters who can adjust if dock space or seating is unavailable. On Sundays, brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., but the same first-come docking arrangement applies.
Mastro’s Ocean Club: when steaks and seafood lead the decision
Mastro’s Ocean Club, at 3000 NE 32nd Ave., overlooks the Intracoastal and welcomes guests arriving by boat. Its menu pairs USDA Prime steaks with seafood.
Contact the restaurant before departure to confirm current docking procedures, especially if the timing of your meal depends on immediate dock access.
Pick according to the day’s least flexible detail
For a party of up to six that wants a guaranteed slip and table, choose Boatyard and make a reservation. Choose Coconuts when limited first-come dockage and no dining reservations fit a flexible itinerary, including a Sunday brunch stop. Choose Mastro’s when the priority is USDA Prime steaks and seafood by the Intracoastal, and confirm docking logistics before setting out.
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