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PrePlate covers 46 restaurants in FORT LAUDERDALE, with a scene that leans toward Casual Dining and Fine Dining. Prices span from $ to $$$$, so there's room for both a quick bite and a bigger night out. 15 of them take online reservations. That lineup includes 5 carrying MICHELIN Guide recognition. PrePlate has also covered FORT LAUDERDALE in recent news, including "Dine Out Lauderdale Date Night: 9 Romantic and Lux Picks".

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Dine Out Lauderdale Date Night: 9 Romantic and Lux Picks

Nine Dine Out Lauderdale restaurants turn the prix-fixe event into a date night with Michelin-starred cooking, waterfront views, garden tables and dramatic rooms.

Oceanfront restaurant terrace with set tables, woven chairs, palm trees and a sunset over the water

8 Waterfront Dine Out Lauderdale Restaurants With a View

Eight Dine Out Lauderdale restaurants pair prix-fixe menus with Atlantic terraces, Intracoastal patios, New River history and marina dining through September 30.

Grilled salmon with vegetables, a bowl of salad, white wine and a candle on a restaurant table by an orange banquette.

Dine Out Lauderdale on Las Olas: 8 Downtown Restaurants

Eight Dine Out Lauderdale restaurants turn Las Olas and downtown Fort Lauderdale into a compact choice among lunch, seafood, global cooking and steakhouse dinners.

A table spread with plated meat, seafood, salads, dips, crisp bread, chips and two cocktails.

YOLO, Boatyard or Nubé: Choose a Fort Lauderdale Restaurant

Choose among modern American dining at YOLO, fresh catches and boat access at Boatyard, or coastal cocktails and shareable plates at Nubé Rooftop.

Long outdoor dining table set with plates and glassware on a palm-lined terrace overlooking the ocean.

11 Dine Out Lauderdale $35 Lunches Worth a Weekday Escape

Eleven $35 Dine Out Lauderdale lunches cover ocean views, Intracoastal patios, Las Olas people-watching, vegan cooking, craft beer and nostalgic comfort food.

Outdoor restaurant patio at night with set tables, woven chairs, a large tree, string lights, and boats docked in the background.

Dine Out Lauderdale 2026: 179 Restaurants and Menus From $35

Dine Out Lauderdale runs through September 30 with 179 verified restaurant participants, three-course lunches and dinners, and four price tiers.

Restaurants in FORT LAUDERDALE

WINE GARDEN

WINE GARDEN

Wine Garden serves authentic Italian cuisine, including artisanal brick-oven pizzas, freshly made pastas, antipasti, and secondi inspired by regions of Italy. Wine Garden offers a Fresh Pre-Fix Menu for $25 on Tuesdays,…

CASA D'ANGELO RISTORANTE

CASA D'ANGELO RISTORANTE

CASA D'ANGELO RISTORANTE is in FORT LAUDERDALE.

D'S SPORTS BAR

D'S SPORTS BAR

D'S Sports Bar in Fort Lauderdale offers the easygoing energy of a classic neighborhood tavern with a sports-bar edge, where the draw is as much the atmosphere as the menu. Expect a relaxed, game-day-friendly setting…

OCEAN PRIME

OCEAN PRIME

Ocean Prime Fort Lauderdale brings polished steakhouse dining to Las Olas with a waterfront setting that feels made for long lunches, celebratory dinners, and elegant nights out. The menu leans into prime steaks, fresh…

OCEAN2000

OCEAN2000

OCEAN2000 in Fort Lauderdale brings an elevated coastal mood to the Pelican Grand Beach Resort, pairing oceanfront views with a polished, beachy dining room and veranda that feels tailor-made for lingering lunches,…

JAY'S

JAY'S

JAY’S in Fort Lauderdale blends the feel of a modern steakhouse with the drama of a night-out destination. Set inside a restored 1920s church in Flagler Village, it pairs stone arches, stained glass, and candlelit…

CASA SENSEI

CASA SENSEI

Casa Sensei in Fort Lauderdale brings a lively Pan-Asian and Latin fusion experience to Las Olas, with a menu that moves from sushi and omakase-style bites to comforting noodle dishes, rice plates, and shareable small…

E41 LAS OLAS

E41 Las Olas in Fort Lauderdale offers a casual-dining take on contemporary Latin American and Peruvian-influenced cooking, with a menu that feels designed for shared plates, bold flavors, and an easygoing night out.…

LOBSTER BAR SEA GRILLE

LOBSTER BAR SEA GRILLE

Lobster Bar Sea Grille in Fort Lauderdale serves an upscale seafood-and-steak experience built around pristine seafood, live lobster, and prime cuts in a polished, contemporary setting. The dining room leans elegant and…

EDDIE V'S PRIME SEAFOOD

EDDIE V'S PRIME SEAFOOD

EDDIE V'S PRIME SEAFOOD, Fort Lauderdale offers an elegant seafood-and-steak experience on Las Olas, with a polished fine-dining feel that suits both a celebratory dinner and a linger-over-cocktails evening. The kitchen…

NUBÉ ROOFTOP

NUBÉ ROOFTOP

NUBÉ ROOFTOP in Fort Lauderdale brings a polished rooftop-bar experience to the beach, pairing coastal dining with wide-open ocean and skyline views high above Fort Lauderdale Beach. Expect shareable plates, fresh…

CAFFE EUROPA

CAFFE EUROPA

Caffe Europa in Fort Lauderdale brings a relaxed Italian-café spirit to Las Olas, with a menu centered on familiar comforts like pastas, paninis, pizza, and other classic Mediterranean-leaning dishes. It’s the kind of…

MOXIES

MOXIES

Moxies in Fort Lauderdale brings a polished, social-dining energy to Las Olas, pairing a globally inspired menu with a lively, modern setting. The experience is built for everything from lunch and dinner to happy hour,…

THE HOUSE ON THE RIVER

THE HOUSE ON THE RIVER

The House on the River in Fort Lauderdale pairs waterfront dining with a polished, celebratory mood that feels right at home on the New River. The restaurant leans into brunch and dinner experiences, with a menu that…

SHOOTERS WATERFRONT

SHOOTERS WATERFRONT

Shooters Waterfront in Fort Lauderdale pairs a breezy Intracoastal setting with a menu that leans into seafood, brunch favorites, and classic American coastal fare. Expect a lively, waterfront dining experience where…

BURLOCK COAST SEAFARE & SPIRITS

BURLOCK COAST SEAFARE & SPIRITS

Burlock Coast SeaFare & Spirits in Fort Lauderdale brings a polished coastal dining experience to The Ritz-Carlton, pairing Florida-inspired seafood with a relaxed, resort-style sensibility. Expect a menu that leans…

SUNNESS SUPPER CLUB

Sunness Supper Club in Fort Lauderdale presents a polished supper-club experience built around modern American comfort cooking, craft cocktails, and a relaxed but elevated evening rhythm. The restaurant’s own…

BOATYARD

BOATYARD

BOATYARD in Fort Lauderdale is a waterfront seafood restaurant with a polished casual-dining feel and a distinctly coastal mood. The menu leans into fresh local catches, raw-bar favorites, and Florida-inspired plates,…

STEAK 954

STEAK 954

STEAK 954 in Fort Lauderdale pairs the polish of a fine-dining steakhouse with a distinctly coastal setting. The menu centers on dry-aged prime beef and premium wagyu, rounded out by fresh seafood, indulgent sides, and…

SIXTY VINES

SIXTY VINES

SIXTY VINES serves casual dining in FORT LAUDERDALE.

LYNORA'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Lynora’s Italian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale is presented as a welcoming Italian dining room centered on classic flavors, warm hospitality, and a polished casual-dining feel. The concept leans into comforting Italian…

CAFE SEVILLE

CAFE SEVILLE

Cafe Seville in Fort Lauderdale offers a warm, Spanish-focused dining experience centered on traditional flavors, tapas, and seafood. The restaurant’s own description emphasizes fresh ingredients and classic recipes,…

BATCH LOCAL KITCHEN

BATCH LOCAL KITCHEN

Batch Local Kitchen: Fort Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale serves a modern Southern-leaning American menu with scratch-cooked appeal, offering the kind of brunch, lunch, and dinner experience that pairs comforting plates…

RED DOOR ASIAN BISTRO & HIBACHI

RED DOOR ASIAN BISTRO & HIBACHI

Red Door Asian Bistro & Hibachi in Fort Lauderdale brings together sushi, hibachi, and broader Asian-fusion cooking in a lively Las Olas setting. The menu leans into a casual-dining mix of Japanese and Asian…

AMERICAN SOCIAL

AMERICAN SOCIAL

American Social - Bar & Kitchen - Fort Lauderdale brings a lively, contemporary American tavern feel to Las Olas Boulevard, pairing a social, high-energy atmosphere with a menu built around modern takes on familiar…

THE FLORIDIAN

THE FLORIDIAN

Floridian Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale is a classic Las Olas diner serving the kind of all-day comfort fare that fits a casual, come-as-you-are meal. Expect a straightforward, welcoming setup with counter-and-table…

CASA PLAYA

CASA PLAYA

CASA PLAYA in Fort Lauderdale brings a bright Latin American fusion sensibility to the beachside dining scene, drawing on flavors from Peru, Colombia, Argentina, and Spain. The menu leans into coastal ingredients and…

SOTOGRANDE

SOTOGRANDE

Sotogrande in Fort Lauderdale brings a polished Southern Spanish and Mediterranean spirit to the waterfront, with a menu and setting that lean into bright coastal flavors, elegant pacing, and a distinctly marina-side…

CAFÉ DEL MAR

CAFÉ DEL MAR

CAFÉ DEL MAR serves casual dining in FORT LAUDERDALE.

OLD HEIDELBERG RESTAURANT

OLD HEIDELBERG RESTAURANT

Old Heidelberg Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale brings a warmly traditional German dining experience to the table, with a menu centered on classic specialties, hearty plated fare, and a well-chosen beer selection. The…

NAKED FARMER

NAKED FARMER

Naked Farmer in Fort Lauderdale brings a bright, farm-to-table fast-casual experience centered on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and chef-driven plates. The menu leans into colorful grains, greens, vegetables,…

MAI-KAI

MAI-KAI

MAI-KAI RESTAURANT AND POLYNESIAN SHOW in Fort Lauderdale is a Polynesian-tinged dining destination that pairs tropical cocktails and a showman’s sense of occasion with a playful, immersive dinner experience. The appeal…

G&B OYSTER BAR

G&B OYSTER BAR

G&B Oyster Bar in Fort Lauderdale brings a lively oyster-bar experience to the waterfront, centering the kind of seafood-focused dining that feels made for a breezy coastal setting. Expect a menu built around fresh…

YOLO

YOLO

YOLO in Fort Lauderdale brings a polished Las Olas dining-and-social scene to the table, pairing wood-fired entrées, curated cocktails, and a menu that spans brunch, dinner, desserts, and a well-known happy hour. The…

SUSHI BY BOU

SUSHI BY BOU

Sushi by Bou in Fort Lauderdale brings an intimate omakase experience to the Nectar Room at Pier Sixty-Six, pairing the glow of the waterfront setting with a focused sushi counter format. The restaurant centers on…

OL'DAYS LAS OLAS

OL'DAYS LAS OLAS

OL'DAYS LAS OLAS in Fort Lauderdale brings a relaxed café-and-bakery feel to Las Olas Boulevard, with an all-day rhythm built around coffee, pastries, breakfast plates, and easy lunch fare. The setting suits lingering…

MOKSHA INDIAN KITCHEN + BAR

MOKSHA INDIAN KITCHEN + BAR

Moksha Indian Kitchen + Bar in Fort Lauderdale pairs Indian cuisine with a polished, modern brasserie feel. The kitchen leans into richly spiced dishes, warm breads, and a broader food-and-drink experience that can…

FLORIDA ROOM

FLORIDA ROOM in Fort Lauderdale is a lakeside, chef-driven dining spot at The Fort, where South Florida’s easygoing energy meets a polished, contemporary supper-club feel. The kitchen leans into vibrant coastal flavors…

ANTHONY'S RUNWAY 84

ANTHONY'S RUNWAY 84

Anthony’s Runway 84 in Fort Lauderdale channels the feel of an Italian supper club with a polished, high-energy dining room, live music, and a celebratory, business-casual atmosphere. The menu leans into red-sauce…

TIMBR

TIMBR

TIMBR in Fort Lauderdale presents a polished modern dining experience with a contemporary American sensibility and a lounge-like edge. Expect an elevated dinner setting where thoughtfully plated dishes, crafted…

BAR BETTY

BAR BETTY

Sunness Supper Club in Fort Lauderdale brings a polished supper-club spirit to the city’s casual dining scene, pairing an inviting dinner-out atmosphere with a menu built for an evening of shared plates, composed…

EVELYN'S

EVELYN'S

Evelyn’s in Fort Lauderdale brings a polished coastal-chic sensibility to the Four Seasons setting, pairing elevated dining with a breezy, ocean-facing atmosphere. The restaurant leans into a refined, contemporary style…

LARB THAI-ISAN

LARB THAI-ISAN

Larb Thai-Isan in Fort Lauderdale brings bright Thai-Isan cooking to a lively, color-filled setting that feels energetic from the moment you walk in. Expect a menu that moves beyond the familiar, with northeastern Thai…

DANIEL'S STEAKHOUSE

DANIEL'S STEAKHOUSE

Daniel's, A Florida Steakhouse in Fort Lauderdale serves the American steakhouse experience with a distinctly polished, date-night feel. Expect a menu centered on prime cuts and classic steakhouse accompaniments,…

HERITAGE

HERITAGE

HERITAGE in Fort Lauderdale is a casual, contemporary Italian spot in Flagler Village with a focused, pizza-forward menu. The dining experience centers on crisp, well-made pizzas, complemented by a few pastas and…

CHEF'S COUNTER AT MAASS

CHEF'S COUNTER AT MAASS

CHEF'S COUNTER AT MAASS serves fine dining in FORT LAUDERDALE. It carries a Michelin Guide 1 Star distinction.