Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale / Lips

4.9

4.9 (589)

$31 to $50

American

Oakland Park

About the restaurant

AquaPlex Ft. Lauderdale is the place for Dinner, Drinks, and Drag...elevated! South Florida's Top Drag Queens perform shows nightly in our state-of-the art restaurant and nightclub! Guests must be aged 21+.

SHOW SCHEDULE
Tuesdays-Tango Tuesday!
Wednesdays-Bitchy Bingo!
Thursdays-The Celebrity Impersonation Show!
Saturday Afternoons-The Aquanettes Brunch!
Fridays & Saturdays-The Aquanettes Review!
Fridays & Saturdays Late Night-The Dirty Show!
Sunday Afternoon-The Aquanettes Brunch!
Sunday Evening-80s/90s Retro Show!

Tuesday Evenings-$15 Cover & $15 Minimum Food/Drink Purchase

Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday Evening-$35
(Dinner & Show Package)

Friday & Saturday-$49
(Dinner & Show Package)

Friday & Saturday Late Night Dirty Show-$15 Cover & $15 Minimum Food/Drink Purchase

Saturday & Sunday Brunch-$49.95
(All Inclusive Brunch and Show Package, includes Unlimited Mimosas, Champagne, or Bloody Marys + Entrée)

**Pricing above does not include drinks, tax, or gratuity.

Top review

Kayla

Dined 7 days ago

Thank you for an amazing night out with my family. We traveled from Illinois and this dinner was beyond amazing!!! I was very impressed with the dinner it was amazing and the girls was too! Thank you for amazing night!

Eddie V's - Fort Lauderdale

4.9

4.9 (2823)

$50 and over

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

Top review

TomVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing food and out server was the best. We really enjoyed dinner!

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10 oz Center Cut Filet Mignon

VILLA ROMANA Italian & Romanian Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (207)

$30 and under

Italian

Hollywood

About the restaurant

Our restaurant is situated in the heart of downtown Hollywood Florida. At Villa Romana Restaurant the art of presenting exceptional cuisine in the most inspired of settings is the "joie de vivre" of Hollywood Florida. Please visit on Fridays and Saturdays for live music from 8 pm to 11 pm! Offering a variety of live music such as jazz, saxophone, pop, and Motown, Latin music, and much more! We also offer Karaoke on Tuesdays from 8 pm to 11 pm!

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Mark

Dined on Nov 30, 2024

Good wholesome Romanian food, great waiters, tasty mamaliga.

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Experience

Experience a Stylish Christmas with Live Music

ETARU Hallandale

4.5

4.5 (603)

$50 and over

Japanese

Hallandale Beach

About the restaurant

ETARU, a restaurant featuring contemporary Japanese Robatayaki cuisine. ETARU Restaurant. Bar. Beach club. Welcoming diners with a menu and vibe that embraces its waterfront setting. In a stunning multi-functional space steps away from the sand, the restaurant will evolve throughout the day and night.

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Josh

Dined on Sep 18, 2024

Brought a group of 16 on a days’ notice. Impeccable service!! Seated us all together despite the reservation having to be split. Class facility!!

Pasta And

4.9

4.9 (377)

$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.

Top review

jerome

Dined 3 days ago

There are no words. Spectacular amazing perfection. Gourmet yet easy. Every phase of dinner from seating till the ciao. Just totally immersed in a great meal great surroundings great service. This is casual elagant fine dining. Could actually be the best meal and experience in our part of Florida

Casa D'Angelo - Fort Lauderdale

4.8

4.8 (5168)

$31 to $50

Italian

Lake Ridge

About the restaurant

Fine Dining Italian Restaurant. Award winning wine list and menu. Private rooms available for private dinners, luncheons and celebrations (Restrictions apply. Reservations recommended. Dress code: Upscale
We consider hats, ball caps, tank tops, flip flops, sleeveless shirts , jerseys and athletic apparel too casual for our restaurant.

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EveVIP

Dined 4 days ago

How do you make the holidays even more celebratory—bring a group of friends to Casa D’Angelo for an elevated culinary escapade! We have been dining here for two decades and have consistently had an outstanding experience because of the stellar cuisine, authentic ingredients, and amazing staff. Michele and his team are so warm and hospitable, and Chef Angelo even paid us a visit, which was a nice surprise! Tatiana was very knowledgeable and friendly as she regaled us with the biblical specials list, each one more intriguing than the next; the fresh spinach ravioli with sage, brown butter, and pine nuts was elegant, the Dover sole kissed with a beurre blanc and toasted almonds was dreamy, and the braised short rib on homemade pappardelle was hearty and sublime! We had a table for 7, yet Tatiana served us with a graceful ease. The fresh pasta with Alba white truffle was another standout—thoughtfully prepared with its delicate earthiness, highlighting the star ingredient. The wine list is beyond generous with its global offerings, we opted for a 2016 Damiliano Barolo that was silky on the palate, an amazing accompaniment. We definitely appreciated Francisco, their knowledgeable Sommelier, who filled our glasses with a smile and even gave a tour of their labyrinth of wines! Of course, no meal would be complete without dessert-the house-favorite tiramisu, rich molten chocolate cake, and fluffy ricotta cheesecake with berries helped us end on a sweet note. Thank you to Chef Angelo, Michele, Tatiana, Francisco and the whole team for another amazing meal!

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Cucina Moderna Miramar

4.7

4.7 (61)

$50 and over

Italian

Miramar

About the restaurant

Cucina Moderna, great Italian food, full bar, pizza and gelatos. Come dine in a Modern style Italian restaurant, enjoy great food, great service and amazing ambiance. Daily bar and food specials. We hope to serve you soon.

Top review

ANDRE

Dined 6 days ago

Although service got off to slow start, management and staff owned up to it and made up for the delay. That speaks volume especially in today’s environment. Our server didn’t miss a beat and even the bartender came over to check on us. I could tell the manager was concerned. It showed they cared and took pride in their customer service. Food was excellent. Drinks were very good. Only real negative comment is acoustics. It is relatively loud in there. However, I would go again and recommend to anyone. Great neighborhood location.

Timpano Las Olas

4.7

4.7 (3323)

$31 to $50

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

The re-imagined Timpano Las Olas offers a bold approach to contemporary dining for guests who long for sophistication, coupled with a modern menu inspired by culinary heritage. Automatic gratuity will be for Parties of 6 or more. Dress code for the dining room will be adhered to including no Hats for men in the dining room.

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Judy

Dined 4 days ago

Did was outstanding. Joey, our waiter and as terrific. He tended to our every need and paid attention to detail. He went out of his way to make us feel special. The ambience was over the top.The menu has a wide variety of Italian, fish, steaks and unique appetizers and sides. Our evening was special because of Joey and other wait staff.

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4.8

4.8 (747)

$31 to $50

American

Flagler Village

About the restaurant

Trendy. Tasteful. Familiar. Our city is all of these things, and The Terrace Grill presents it in its purest form. Join us at our Fort Lauderdale restaurant and take a seat; whether you sit inside or outside, dining on a starry night. Our modern dining room, friendly staff, and savory classics are ready to impress.
Don’t worry about getting lost: Set in trendy Flagler Village, you can find The Terrace Grill on the ground floor of The Dalmar, half a mile north of Las Olas.

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Pierrette

Dined 6 days ago

The place and food were amazing, and the server was fantastic! I give it a 10 out of 10!

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Chocolate Ganache Cake

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Fort Lauderdale

4.8

4.8 (950)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Central Beach

About the restaurant

Truluck's, a premier dining destination since 1992, offers high-quality seafood and exceptional service with a commitment to sustainability. Renowned for its Florida Stone Crab, Truluck's ensures this delicacy goes from trap to table in 24 hours during its October to May season. Under Corporate Executive Chef Thomas Dritsas, the menu features fresh seafood and prime steaks, complemented by an extensive beverage program. Adhering to Ocean Conservancy guidelines, Truluck's supports sustainable practices and community initiatives. With 12 locations and a dedicated team, Truluck's creates remarkable dining experiences. Reservations can be made online or via OpenTable.

Top review

Nancy

Dined 3 days ago

It was absolutely wonderful. The restaurant is spectacular. The service was impeccable. Our waiter John was so impressive with his knowledge and friendliness. He made our evening extremely enjoyable. The food was outstanding from the stone crabs to the seared tuna and the filet.

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