Best Lunch Restaurants in Dorsey-Riverbend

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

Fort Lauderdale CentralFort Lauderdale EastFort Lauderdale West

Neighborhoods

Central BeachColee HammockCooper CityCoral RidgeDania BeachDavie

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

51 restaurants available nearby

1. Burlock Coast

4.7

Exceptional(1573)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Central Beach

Booked 30 times today

Offering modern coastal fare with a distinctly local undercurrent, Burlock Coast is an innovative restaurant-cafe-market-bar that channels the creativity of Prohibition era rumrunners. At the helm of Burlock Coast is Culinary & Beverage Director Paula DaSilva delivering only the highest quality seafood and produce as well as hand-crafted cocktails. Chef de Cuisine Adrienne Grenier drives the menu and evolves it seasonally and with daily specials. Floor to ceiling windows and open-air bar, expansive patio seating and breath-taking views of the Atlantic Ocean, Burlock Coast has been named one of the best restaurants on the beach. 20% service charge for parties of 6 or more will be added to the check. Please adjust at your discretion. For intimate occasions, celebrations or entertaining clients, we invite you to host your event in one of our private dining rooms. Contact us at (954) 302-6430 or email steve.mulch@ritzcarlton.com for more information regarding our private spaces.

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2. Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Fort Lauderdale

4.5

Awesome(824)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Colee Hammock

Booked 25 times today

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar Fort Lauderdale serves a diverse menu of authentic Mexican food in a vibrant, casual atmosphere, located in the heart of Las Olas. Rocco's passion for bringing the best of Mexico's flavor AND fun to life is felt as soon as you walk in the door. Our attention to authentic, fresh Mexican flavors and ingredients can be tasted in all our dishes - enjoy fresh guacamole prepared table side, house made margaritas, and Rocco's uniquely inspired signature tacos. From lunch to late night, for dinner or take out, we invite you to enjoy a true taste of Mexico any day of the week. Be sure to stop in for our daily Happy Hour specials and our famous weekend Bottomless Brunch.

3. YOLO

4.7

Exceptional(6016)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 124 times today

Operated by a philosophy that it derives its name from, YOLO and neighboring O Lounge are vibrant, much-loved staples in the South Florida culinary and nightlife scene. The swanky Fort Lauderdale restaurant and adjacent lounge serves thoughtfully prepared contemporary American cuisine in a sophisticated, bustling atmosphere that includes a bar and dining room with open kitchen, and an outdoor patio, and features inventive cocktails and an extensive wine list to complement the menu. The longtime Las Olas hotspot serves up lunch and dinner daily, and is legendary for its happy hour and Brunch on Saturday & Sunday.

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4. Moxies - Fort Lauderdale

4.8

Exceptional(530)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 95 times today

Moxies is one of the best restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, located on E Las Olas Blvd. Offering a trendy and lively atmosphere, our two-level modern restaurant boasts a globally inspired menu, serving freshly made dishes perfect for all occasions: lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, late night eats, or weekend brunch. With indoor-outdoor bars on both levels, a spacious covered patio, and plenty of TVs, Moxies is the place to catch sporting events or enjoy Happy Hour in Fort Lauderdale. Indulge in our handcrafted cocktails and extensive wine list, which features half-priced bottles every Wednesday. Our restaurant can also host large group dining events, like bachelorettes, birthdays, and corporate events, and offers a private space on the 2nd level.

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5. Louie Bossi Ristorante - Fort Lauderdale

4.7

Exceptional(6778)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Colee Hammock

Booked 159 times today

Louie Bossi's Ristorante, Bar & Pizzeria is a high-energy Italian eatery located on the famed Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. Everything on the menu is made from scratch using only the freshest ingredients. Chef Louie Bossi serves delicious house made pastas, wood burning Neapolitan pizzas, home cooked Sicilian comfort food and of course, Chef Louie's famous house cured salumi. From the hearth baked bread and artisan jams to handmade pastas and pizza dough, gelato and crema di limoncello, everything is house made using the time honored methods of old world Italian chefs.

6. Boatyard

4.6

Exceptional(6232)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Harbordale

Booked 163 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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7. SALT 7 - Fort Lauderdale

2.9

(1327)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

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 classic 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.

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8. Fleming’s Steakhouse - Fort Lauderdale

4.7

Exceptional(305)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 25 times today

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine, or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner, or simply wanting to enjoy an excellent culinary experience - we will create a safe and memorable lunch and dinner dining experience for you. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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9. The Capital Grille - Ft. Lauderdale

4.8

Exceptional(5106)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Coral Ridge

Booked 50 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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10. Big City Tavern - Las Olas

4.6

Exceptional(2540)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Colee Hammock

Booked 27 times today

Big City Tavern is a busy, vibrant restaurant reminiscent of the great urban taverns of Chicago, New York and Boston. A stylish, classic American restaurant, Big City offers a varied menu featuring dry aged steaks, burgers, fresh seafood, salads and fresh house-made pasta of the day. Some of the more popular dishes are the Pan Roasted Salmon with Tomato and the House-Made Charcuterie. The desserts are all enticing, all house made and all delicious. The extensive wine list emphasizes California varietals by the bottle or glass. With its magnificent grand bar always busy, Big City has a constant din of energy and conviviality. Big City offers outdoor sidewalk dining in the center of the action on Las Olas Blvd. If you have special needs, require high chairs or need assistance please notify us. Please call the restaurant to make reservations for parties of 8 or more!

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