La Fuga

4.6

339 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for outdoor dining

Experience modern, coastal Italian cuisine at Fort Lauderdale's newest hot spot, La Fuga. Chef Michael Mayer infuses local South Florida flavors with classic Italian staples to create a fusion of crave-worthy, contemporary dishes.

La Fuga, (Italian for "the escape,") is nestled in the heart of the Kimpton Shorebreak, named in homage to the location’s historic beginnings. The newly renovated Kimpton Shorebreak occupies a unique space in Fort Lauderdale, originally opened as The Escape Hotel in 1949.

La Fuga pays tribute to it's origin story in name and also in atmosphere. Featuring midcentury design, and a laid-back vibe, the indoor-outdoor dining room includes views of the hotel's scenic courtyard and provides access to a rooftop pool overlooking Fort Lauderdale’s intercoastal.

***A SERVICE CHARGE OF 20% WILL BE ADDED TO YOUR FINAL BILL FOR PARTIES OF 5 OR MORE***

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(954) 908-7308
Website
https://lafugarestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Michael Mayer
Private party facilities
For gatherings large and small, our private dining space is perfect for any occasion. Our spacious meeting room opens to our lush outdoor courtyard, offering a unique and versatile setting for a variety of events including business meetings, birthday parties or rehearsal dinners.

Location
2900 Riomar Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Neighborhood
Central Beach
Cross street
Located at Riomar Street and N Birch Road
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

CIAO! ITALIAN THANKSGIVING WITH A MODERN TWIST
Nov 28, 2024 only
Come experience La Fuga's modern twist on an American all-time favorite dining experience. Italian Thanksgiving brings rustic European warmth with all your hearty classic favorites in one place. Complemented with live Jazz music. Book your family's table today as seats are limited- you will not want to miss this enchanting and memorable holiday event at Kimpton Shorebreak.
Feast of Seven Fishes at La Fuga
Dec 24, 2024 only
Celebrate Christmas Eve, the Italian Way, with a Feast of Seven Fishes. Selections include Scampi Fra Diavolo, Polpo alla Griglia, Linguine alla Vongole and more! Please note: our A La Carte menu will be available, all Feast of Seven Fishes menu items may be ordered individually.
New Year's Eve Dinner
$150.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in the New Year at La Fuga! Join us for a five course Chef's Tasting Menu for $150 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. While you dine, enjoy the smooth sounds of our live jazz trio and a midnight champagne toast. After your meal, all La Fuga dinner guests will receive complimentary access to our NYEscapism Rooftop Party, cheers to 2025! Please note: our A La Carte menu will NOT be available for the evening. 20% gratuity will be added to all reservations.

Offers

Daily Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us every day from 5-7PM for select light bites, signature cocktails and wine specials! Available in our bar and lounge area only.
Live Jazz
Multiple dates available
Thu - Sat - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for Live Jazz. 6-9PM.
Wine Mondays
Multiple dates available
Mon - 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Enjoy 30% off our sommelier selections every Monday from 5pm to close.

Popular dishes

Bruschetta$9.00
Oven Roasted Tomato, Basil, Olive Oil, Balsamic
Polpo alla Griglia$26.00
Grilled Octopus, Cannellini Beans, Cracked Olive Salad
Tartare di Tonno*$24.00
Yellowfin Tuna, Caper, Pepper Oil, Oven Roasted Tomato
Carpaccio*$19.00
Angus Striploin, Pickled Shallot, Capers, Parmigiano, Rocket
Cozze e Calamari alla Piastra$21.00
Mussels, Calamari, Lemon Butter, Gremolata, Calabrian Pepper
Polpette di Vitello$19.00
Veal Meatballs, Mascarpone Polenta, Puttanesca, Parmigiano
Capesante alla Piastra$22.00
Butter Basted Sea Scallops, Celeriac Puree, Lemon-Oregano Vinaigrette

Insalate

Caesar$13.00
Romaine Heart, Parmigiano, Sourdough Crouton, Anchovy
Caprese$15.00
Buffalo Mozzarella, Ripe Tomato, Basil, Olive Oil, Balsamic Reduction
Radicchio e Rucola$12.00
Vine Ripe Tomato, Pecorino, Marinated Artichoke, Balsamic Vinegar, Olive Oil
Tuscan Kale$14.00
Moscato Pear, Gorgonzola, Spiced Walnut, White Balsamic Vinaigrette

Pizze

Margherita$24.00
Marinara, Buffalo Mozzarella, Basil, Olive Oil
Prosciutto e Fichi$26.00
Pesto, Parma Ham, Pine Nuts, Fig, Goat Cheese, Rocket
Melanzane e Ricotta$23.00
Marinara, Fried Eggplant, Basil, Mozzarella, Housemade Ricotta
Amanti della Carne$27.00
Marinara, Veal Meatball, Pepperoni, Mozzarella, Pancetta, Calabrian Pepper

Primi

Linguini ai Frutti di Mare$36.00
Vermentino White Wine Clam Sauce
Pappardelle$23.00
San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Basil, Olive Oil
Gnocchi della Casa$25.00
Pork Sugo, Butternut Squash, Fennel, Basil
Tortellini in Brodo$26.00
Mortadella, Parma Ham, Reggiano, Basil Pesto, Capon Broth
Raviolini all'Aragosta Fra Diavolo$38.00
Lobster Ricotta Ravioli, Spiny Lobster Tail, Spicy Tomato Cream
Tagliatelle al Ragu' Bolognese$28.00
House Made Pasta, Bolognese
Risotto Cacio e Pepe all'Osso Buco$38.00
Oxtail, Peppered Reggiano Risotto, Barolo Reduction

Per Due

Lasagne al Forno$49.00
House Made Italian Sausage, Ricotta Bechemal, Marinara, Mozzarella
Braciola di Vitello Siciliana$95.00
16oz Bone-In Veal Chop, Parmesan Herb Crusted, Lemon Caper Butter, Fingerling Potato, Broccolini

Secondi

Cernia al Forno$45.00
Herb Crusted Grouper, Celeriac Purée, Smoked Tomato Ragu
Cottoletta alla Milanese$39.00
Veal Milanese, Golden Potato Puree, Mushroom Marsala or Picatta
Dentice alla Genovese$42.00
Seared Snapper Filet, Artichoke, Capers, Rosemary-Garlic Fingerling Potato
Pesce Spada alla Siciliana$36.00
Grilled Swordfish, Fingerling Potato, Lemon-Oregano Vinaigrette
Agnello Afumicato e Fagioli$54.00
Smoked Colorado Lamb Rack, Cannellini Beans, Kale
Pollo alla Cacciatora$33.00
Roasted Chicken, Porcini, Tomato, Ligurian Olive, Polenta
Filet Mignon al Gorgonzola$54.00
Yukon Potato Puree, Charred Broccolini

Contorni

Charred Broccolini$8.00
Roasted Tomato
Roasted Fingerling Potato$8.00
Rosemary and Garlic
Roasted Brussels Sprouts$10.00
Hazelnuts and Truffle Honey
Yukon Potato Purée$8.00

What 339 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Fuga is a delightful Italian gem in Fort Lauderdale, offering "amazing delicious Italian cuisine" with a cozy, boutique ambiance. Guests rave about the "best Caesar salad" and homemade pasta. Service by attentive staff like Jonathan and Amy adds to the experience. Enjoy live music and a relaxing poolside setting.

339 Reviews

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MartinC
New York City
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed the ambiance, service, music and appetizers. However, we ordered 2 pizzas that were lacking in flavor and extremely chewy. So chewy my jaws ached afterwards from chewing. Probably the pastas and entrees are the better way to go.
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Christine
Greater Boston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience - from the moment we arrived, kind, friendly and welcoming - we sat outside, our server made recommendations which didn’t disappoint. We started with a caprese salad with prosciutto and arancini to share. I got the butternut squash ravioli and my husband had the lobster ravioli in spicy red sauce- ended with tiramisu that could’ve easily been for 4 to share. Prices were in line with what we were expecting. We had a wonderful meal.
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James
Des Moines
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, great location. From the seafood linguine to the pizza to the deserts. It was all excellent.
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Doug
Las Vegas
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time at la fuga and we really enjoyed it. Night we were there they had live music which consisted of a sax and bass player, nice touch and not too loud. Service staff was so pleasant and nobody rushed you. The outdoor seating area with the warming stations was well done and provided a fun place to sit. Food was really good, the dishes we hand you could tell were hand made just popped with flavor. Would recommend trying if in the area.
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Diana
Montreal
12 reviews
vip
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Nice spot with terrace, nice people serving. Food is disappointing. Bruschetta are dry bread slices with cold whole cherry tomatoes and balsamic vinegar, no cheese or basil or any spices. I had the osso bucco risotto, there was nearly any meat, most of it was cartilage or grease and the risotto tasted nothing like risotto even if there was a sauce surrounding it. My partner had the swordfish, dry and comes with potatoes, nothing else. With 2 glasses of wine each, no dessert, over 200$ is way too much for what this meal was worth.
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Justin
Fort Lauderdale
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
La Fuga was such a delightful experience for date night with my wife. We made just in time to have a happy hour cocktail at the bar, which also happened to coincide with live Latin Jazz night. Following our beverage, we sat at a table for two and were immediately greeted by Jonathan with exceptional service. We enjoyed a kale salad and beef carpaccio appetizer followed by a pasta dish. The service, food, and ambiance were exceptional and we will definitely be back.
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Tina
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food came out cold and was so-so. While eating outside by pool was lovely, I wouldnt go back!
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Joe
Fort Lauderdale
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love the food, the place and James is good guy. Thank you !
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Trevor
Atlantic Canada
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a wonderful experience on the patio at La Fuga! We chose this restaurant on our last day in Fort Lauderdale via Trip Advisor…the #1 restaurant in Fort Lauderdale! It did not disappoint. The food was excellent and the service was top notch. Special thanks to Nair and her assistant for the impeccable service and experience!
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David
Fort Lauderdale
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jonathan’s recommendations were spot on, food was delicious & Kevin & Janier provided excellent service making our dining experience exceptional
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FAQs

La Fuga offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (954) 908-7308.

La Fuga is rated 4.6 stars by 339 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

2900 Riomar Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Additional information

Cross street
Located at Riomar Street and N Birch Road
Neighborhood
Central Beach
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Michael Mayer
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://lafugarestaurant.com/
Phone number
(954) 908-7308
Private party facilities
For gatherings large and small, our private dining space is perfect for any occasion. Our spacious meeting room opens to our lush outdoor courtyard, offering a unique and versatile setting for a variety of events including business meetings, birthday parties or rehearsal dinners.

La Fuga

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

CIAO! ITALIAN THANKSGIVING WITH A MODERN TWIST

Feast of Seven Fishes at La Fuga

New Year's Eve Dinner

Daily Happy Hour

Live Jazz

Wine Mondays

Margherita

Pappardelle

Fried Calamari

Antipasti

Bruschetta$9.00

Polpo alla Griglia$26.00

Tartare di Tonno*$24.00

Carpaccio*$19.00

Cozze e Calamari alla Piastra$21.00

Polpette di Vitello$19.00

Capesante alla Piastra$22.00

Insalate

Caesar$13.00

Caprese$15.00

Radicchio e Rucola$12.00

Tuscan Kale$14.00

Pizze

Margherita$24.00

Prosciutto e Fichi$26.00

Melanzane e Ricotta$23.00

Amanti della Carne$27.00

Primi

Linguini ai Frutti di Mare$36.00

Pappardelle$23.00

Gnocchi della Casa$25.00

Tortellini in Brodo$26.00

Raviolini all'Aragosta Fra Diavolo$38.00

Tagliatelle al Ragu' Bolognese$28.00

Risotto Cacio e Pepe all'Osso Buco$38.00

Per Due

Lasagne al Forno$49.00

Braciola di Vitello Siciliana$95.00

Secondi

Cernia al Forno$45.00

Cottoletta alla Milanese$39.00

Dentice alla Genovese$42.00

Pesce Spada alla Siciliana$36.00

Agnello Afumicato e Fagioli$54.00

Pollo alla Cacciatora$33.00

Filet Mignon al Gorgonzola$54.00

Contorni

Charred Broccolini$8.00

Roasted Fingerling Potato$8.00

Roasted Brussels Sprouts$10.00

Yukon Potato Purée$8.00

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