Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

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Updated March 05, 2025

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Sushi by Bou - Las Olas Fort Lauderdale @ Salt7

5.0

5 (395)

$50 and over

Sushi

Downtown

About the restaurant

Step into Sushi By Bou Fort Lauderdale, our one-of-a-kind Disco Sushi Omakase Experience. Our curated Omakase, meaning "Chef's Choice," promises an exhilarating journey through delectable flavors and disco beats. Choose from our signature 12-course offering at $65, or indulge in the opulent 'Bougie' Omakase, $125 for 17 pieces, seated hourly. Located within Salt7 our Las Olas Bou, delivers the beats of 80s disco set in a visual wonderland of pop-culture iconography. Elevate your experience with exotic cocktails and premium sake, perfect for sushi pairing. Date Nights, Birthdays, or intimate private seatings, let us whisk you away on a journey of urban mystique. Visit all of our unique locations, each with its own culture-inspired vibe! Reserve now to secure a coveted seat at Sushi By Bou.

Top review

sachaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Always a wonderful experience. Thanks for having us.

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Experience

60 MINUTE, 12-COURSE SIGNATURE OMAKASE $65

Experience

60 MINUTE, 17-COURSE BOUGIE OMAKASE $125

Pasta And

4.9

4.9 (459)

$31 to $50

Italian

Margate

About the restaurant

A unique Northern Italian dining experience in Margate, Florida.

Northern Italian cuisine can be described as one of the most refined, royal and diversified cuisines of Italy, characterized by the use of fresh stuffed pasta, polenta, risotto, game, truffles, mushrooms, cheeses, and rich hearty soups.

Our menu celebrates the region's diverse flavors and presents them for you to enjoy.
We prepare our homemade pasta fresh everyday which can be paired with a variety of meats and seafood found native to the region.

Our extensive wine collection of over 600 labels - all temperature controlled - highlights multiple regions of Italy, with the main goal of providing a wine list that has a balance of traditional, rare and interesting selections that complements our cucina piemontese.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

The food was absolutely amazing and delicious. Highly recommend.

Cafe Maxx

4.9

4.9 (1764)

$31 to $50

American

Pompano Beach

About the restaurant

Fine dining establishment for almost three decades. Since 1984, Darrel and Oliver's Cafe Maxx has been delighting patrons with their innovative, award-winning cuisine. This landmark restaurant destination is the premier dining choice among South Florida's power brokers and gourmands, who desire impeccable food served in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Stylish yet unpretentious, Cafe Maxx offers a hip outside patio, a cozy bar and an energetic dining room.

Top review

Hikesnbikes

Dined 2 days ago

Absolutely love Cafe Maxx! We have been going there for years whenever we are in town. The red snapper is not to be missed. The entire menu is fantastic! I’m

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Tarantella Ristorante & Pizzeria

4.9

4.9 (807)

$30 and under

Italian

Weston

About the restaurant

Colorfully decorated in Sicilian ceramic tiles, Tarantella creates a lively and fun atmosphere for your dining pleasure. Tarantella hosts a brick oven that serves hot and crispy Italian gourmet size pizzas. Homemade breads, pastas and desserts will tempt your palate. We offer a full menu consisting of pastas, chicken and veal, steaks and lamb chops and always fresh fish specials daily. Tarantella offers full bar service and a well rounded wine list. Home-style Italian cooking and friendly service will keep you coming back for more. Tarantella also offers outdoor seating. Tarantella has consistently won the award for Best Italian Restaurant in Weston. Zagat rated!!

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Julie

Dined 1 day ago

We always love coming here! My salmon was delicious. We like the food, service. and charming atmosphere.

Livello

4.9

4.9 (122)

$50 and over

Italian

Coral Springs

About the restaurant

Welcome to Livello One in Coral Springs. Specializing in gourmet food from around the world and wood-fired pizza, our menu features flavors from South America, Italy, America, Asia, Spain, and Greece. Each dish is crafted with precision and flair. Livello One is not just a restaurant; it’s a celebration of unity and community roots. Join us on this journey, where every meal is a passport to a world of flavors, and every guest becomes part of our family.

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DenisVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Very good food ,and wine service was very good too we will go again thanks

Padrino's Fort Lauderdale

4.8

4.8 (547)

$30 and under

Cuban

Lake Ridge

About the restaurant

Padrino's Restaurants is a third generation, family-owned collection of Cuban restaurants. Each generation has added their touch to create the ultimate Cuban culinary experience- from our grandmother's recipes, our father's dedication to service, and our handcrafted cocktails all served in a contemporary-warm ambiance.

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Kathy

Dined 6 days ago

We were visiting my son in Ft Lauderdale. We had our dog with us and were able to sit on the patio. The food and service was excellent. Generous portions and was able to take food home. This was our second time visiting Padrino’s. We will be back again on our next visit.

Rainbow Palace

4.9

4.9 (1682)

$31 to $50

Asian

Coral Ridge

About the restaurant

The Rainbow Palace offers a dining experience rarely equaled. From the fusion of traditional Chinese Cuisine with European influences, to the impeccable service, this will be an experience not forgotten. Top Rated by Zagat’s, rated 4 Diamond by AAA for 16 years; there is a full bar available, with a world class wine list. Relax and enjoy!

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Susan

Dined 7 days ago

Superb food preparation and presentation, outstanding service

Theos Estiatorio

4.8

4.8 (649)

$31 to $50

Greek

Victoria Park

About the restaurant

Authentic Greek cuisine where simplicity and quality shine through every ingredient.
Come take a culinary trip to the Greek Islands curated by Executive Chef Peter Spyropoulos.

Please note, Parties of 7+ will need to contact the restaurant directly to book and secure their reservation with a credit card.

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paulVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great Space, Great Service, Great Food, will definitely return.

La Perla di Pompano

4.8

4.8 (122)

$50 and over

Italian

Pompano Beach

About the restaurant

Ciao! Welcome to La Perla di Pompano, a cozy and family owned Italian restaurant in the heart of Pompano Beach.
We offer traditional Italian food. You will find dishes like homemade pastas including one of our customer favorites the seafood pasta and gnocchi della nonna, grilled octopus, veal marsala and chicken fiorentina. Don't forget about our traditional homemade desserts like tiramisù, limoncello cake, pistachio creme brulée, mini cannolis and profiteroles we are sure you will love! We also have gluten free and vegetarian options available.

Looking forward to welcoming you. Buon appetito!

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Patricia

Dined 4 days ago

The entire experience at this restaurant was very memorable due to the personable staff, attentiveness, quality and delectable flavors of the food, just an overall outstanding dinner!

candela restaurant - wine bar - tapas

4.6

4.6 (376)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Wilton Manors

About the restaurant

At Candela Restaurant - Wine Bar - Tapas, we provide a casual setting for an uncomplicated "Spanish Dining Experience". Among other staples of the gastronomy of Spain you'll find Paella, Tortilla, Patatas Bravas, Jamón Iberico, Croquetas, Sangria and of course lots and lots of very good Vino. Either if you dine with us or if you purchase from our store to take home, you will be delighted to treat your family and friends with the best food and wine Spain has to offer. " Buen Provecho". AFTER COVID 19: We, at Candela, had decided to open earlier and offer some of the most popular Cuban Dishes, Snacks and Sandwiches along with fresh natural juices and of course COLADA and CAFE CON LECHE. We also feature specials, experiences and happy hours certain days of the week at specific hours that we hope you'll enjoy on your visit, theses offers are not valid on special days and Hollidays. Enjoy.

Top review

Barbara

Dined 3 days ago

This is a great Spanish restaurant. Whether tapas or entrees, the food is fresh and well- prepared; portions generous enough to share or take home. Prices very reasonable. The staff is warm and attentive; service is excellent. Don't be put off by the "hole in the wall" exterior. There's a gem inside!

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