Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Downtown

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

Fort Lauderdale CentralFort Lauderdale EastFort Lauderdale West

Neighborhoods

Central BeachColee HammockCoral RidgeDowntownFlagler VillageGalt Mile

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

41 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Big City Tavern - Las Olas restaurant

1. Big City Tavern - Las Olas

4.6

Exceptional(2540)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Colee Hammock

Booked 39 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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2. Del Frisco’s Grille - Fort Lauderdale

4.4

Awesome(2045)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 41 times today

Modern, inviting, stylish and fun, Del Frisco's Grille in Fort Lauderdale takes the classic bar and grill to new heights, drawing inspiration from bold flavors and market-fresh ingredients. The energetic bar creates a buzz throughout the restaurant and sets the stage for an amazing night out.

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3. Café Bastille Fort Lauderdale

4.7

Exceptional(50)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Lauderdale Manors

Booked 14 times today

L’Apero by Café Bastille: A Taste of Parisian Charm in Fort LauderdaleL’Apéro by Café BastilleUnwind by the river every Thursday Friday and Saturday evening at Café Bastille with our exclusive “L’Apéro” experience. Set against the stunning waterfront views of Fort Lauderdale, enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired evening featuring handcrafted tapas, a curated selection of wines, and signature cocktails on our heated patio.With live acoustic music every Friday creating the perfect ambiance, L’Apéro is your ideal night destination for a romantic outing or casual gathering with friends. Reserve your table now and savor the flavors of the Mediterranean while soaking in the charm of the waterfront.

A photo of Louie Bossi Ristorante - Fort Lauderdale restaurant

4. Louie Bossi Ristorante - Fort Lauderdale

4.7

Exceptional(6779)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Colee Hammock

Booked 150 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.

A photo of Mastro's Ocean Club - Fort Lauderdale restaurant

5. Mastro's Ocean Club - Fort Lauderdale

4.7

Exceptional(3561)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Lauderdale Beach

Booked 80 times today

Located on Fort Lauderdale’s Intercoastal Waterway, the restaurant boasts breathtaking waterfront views and convenient yacht docking and dining for guests arriving by boat. Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.

6. Boatyard

4.6

Exceptional(6234)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Harbordale

Booked 137 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.

7. Casa Sensei

4.6

Exceptional(7534)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Colee Hammock

Booked 125 times today

VOTED “BEST ASIAN RESTAURANT” FOR FIFTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR!This locally loved Fusion Restaurant Wins 11 Honors in this year’s “Best of Fort Lauderdale” Awards and thanks locals with new summer deals and programming. Casa Sensei provides a full service waterfront and outdoor dining experience. Our award winning restaurant is modernly inspired with an ancient foundation- from taste & presentation to service & atmosphere Casa Sensei is sure to make you say WOW! We offer authentically unique Pan-Asian Latin Fusion Cuisine and a full sushi bar. Specialty cocktails ranging from a Dragon Margarita to a Thaitini! An unforgettable atmosphere, commendable service, with a unique selection of Premium Japanese Sakes and Whisky's, an extensive wine selection, and incredible food- all leading to not just a meal, but an experience.

8. Takato Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3568)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Central Beach

Booked 137 times today

Takato – a Japanese-Korean fusion restaurant led by local celebrity Chef Taka."Takato brings unparalleled Japanese and Korean fusion to Fort Lauderdale. The oceanfront sanctuary located at Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach delicately blends the beloved soul of Executive Chef Taek Lee's ancestry and takes you on a culinary journey through his Asian heritage that is bursting with creativity, authentic flavors and extraordinary culinary techniques."

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9. Serafina by The Water

4.6

Exceptional(3842)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Victoria Park

Booked 71 times today

“SERAFINA” in Italian translates to both “angel of the sea” and “fine evening”. Those who have been there completely agree! This beautifully romantic, candlelit trattoria is nestled in Victoria Park on a gorgeous view of the Middle River. Its doors open to the most irresistibly charming ambiance and aromas of fantastic Mediterranean flavors. Serafina has a covered and heated patio so guests can enjoy their surroundings in every season!

A photo of Shooters Waterfront restaurant

10. Shooters Waterfront

4.5

Awesome(7895)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Lauderdale Beach

Booked 204 times today

A lot has changed since 1982; but despite Fort Lauderdale’s evolution, one restaurant on the Intracoastal has been there every step of the way. With its dockside views, fresh seafood, and lively events — all served up in a relaxed environment — Shooters Waterfront is a Florida icon. There’s a reason behind our longevity: We invite you to see for yourself.

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Edward
Fort Lauderdale •33 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Nathan was a great server. The food, as always, was tasty.
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Del Frisco’s Grille - Fort LauderdalePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.4
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anna
Toronto / Ontario •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server Chip was amazing. He was so polite, courteous and knowledgeable with the food and drinks.
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Mastro's Ocean Club - Fort LauderdalePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Lauderdale Beach
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4.7
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Rachel
Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing! Fun vibe and every single thing on the menu is delicious!
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Louie Bossi Ristorante - Fort LauderdalePrice: Moderate• Italian• Colee Hammock
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4.7
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ivanaVIP
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Romantic and beautiful, we spent a lovely evening with friends, yummy sharing menu, beautiful decor, amazing setting and quiet enough for conversation.
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Café Bastille Fort LauderdalePrice: Moderate• French• Lauderdale Manors
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4.7
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FredB
Fort Lauderdale •13 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Our second visit to Big Coty Tavern was for lunch whereas the first was for dinner. Both experiences were very good. There are better menu choices for dinner, but the food and service were great on both occasions. We are local and look forward to our next visit.
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Big City Tavern - Las OlasPrice: Moderate• American• Colee Hammock
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4.6

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