The Wilder

4.4

352 Reviews

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for happy hour
Lively
Great for creative cocktails

This is the watering hole for bon vivants with a vision.
The venue offers a cool, relaxing, intoxicating space where you can escape with friends and get lost in a moment. It is comprised of three rooms with distinct personality - A cocktail bar, turning out masterfully executed libations, a terrace, for sun-drenched revelry, and a scintillating great room, hosting near-nightly parties for a sophisticated collection of clientele.

The atmosphere at the WILDER is playful, but elevated, intoxicating, but familiar, tropical, enticing, and a place to, well, get WILD, that feels more like a secluded, storybook escape than a bar or lounge. Guests are at ease, and the staff is polished, friendly, and faultless.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–3:00 am Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(954) 918-7212
Website
http://www.intothewilder.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Terron Aaron

Location
701 E Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Neighborhood
Victoria Park
Cross street
Federal Highway and Broward Boulevard, just east of Federal Highway
Parking details
Free parking behind the building for patrons!
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Wine Me, Dine Me
Multiple dates available
Wednesdays | 5PM - Close 1/2 Off Bottles Of Wine $5 Wine By The Glass & Sangria $25 Chef Selection Charcuterie Boards
Wilder After Dark
Multiple dates available
The Ultimate Cocktail & Bottle Service Destination! Escape With Friends To The Wilder & Enjoy Expertly Crafted Drinks At The Lobby Bar & Thrilling Nightly Parties In The Great Room. Our Playful Yet Elevated Atmosphere Is Perfect For An Unforgettable Night Out. Get Ready To Get Wild!
Burlesque Brunch
Multiple dates available
Join Us In An Interactive Burlesque Brunch With "Front Row" Viewing As Guests Are Welcome To Order From Our Full Brunch Menu, Bottomless Drink Offerings, All While Enjoying Live Burlesque Entertainment And Music. Sure To Tantalize Your Taste Buds!

Offers

ITB Tuesdays
Multiple dates available
Tue - 5:00 PM - 11:30 PM
50% Off The Entire Check For Our Fellow Hospitality Workers! Proof Of Employment Is Needed To Receive Discount.
The Proper Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Thu - Fri - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday - Saturday From 5PM - 7PM. Offering $5 Small Plates, Martinis, Spirits And Wine By The Glass!

What 352 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.2Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Fort Lauderdale Central
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Wilder offers a vibrant atmosphere with standout happy hour deals and "awesome service." Guests rave about the cocktails and unique burlesque brunch experience. Although some find the food options limited, many praise dishes like empanadas and chicken pot pie. The ambiance, both indoors and on the terrace, is "beautiful" and "cool," perfect for gatherings and celebrations.

352 Reviews

F
Frank
VIP
San Francisco
41 reviews
5.0
41 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s a definite must do. The food, drinks, and ambiance is second to none.
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Rebecca
VIP
Fort Lauderdale
20 reviews
1.0
20 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant accepted our reservation. Proceeded to allow us to check in with the host and be seated at a table then tell us “oh our kitchen is already closed for the evening”. As someone that try’s new restaurants on a regular basis for one of the largest restaurant platforms there is I must say in Allllll of my dining experiences this was the most unprofessional thing I’ve ever experienced and out of fear of the same thing happening to other ppl I wouldn’t recommend them atleast not in the evening!
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Catherine
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow just wow the show plus the service was amazing. I’m still in awe from the experience. Will be coming back soon !
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Veronica
Naples
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great staff, eccentric ambiance and overall good time. Only wished they had more options that were non-beef and pork.
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Maria
Miami
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went during the Christmas pop up and it was so cutely decorated and the specialty holiday drinks were amazing especially the wilder coquito!
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Ryan
New York City
20 reviews
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
It’s a beautiful place that has so much potential. However, service is confusing and underwhelming. There is no host or hostess for reservations and no clear path of where to see someone to sit. It lists no where on OpenTable or the website that the kitchen closes at 10, but there’s a “food and beverage” minimum for tables after 9pm. It doesn’t make any sense, it feels like there is no management and the staff is just unguided. Drinks were good and ambiance was great.
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Darina
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Amazing time for my birthday! Drinks were tasty! Decor was beautiful! Burlesque show was 10/10!!
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Sharon
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We were seated in a very low seating area that made it difficult to eat the food. We got our appetizers but not one piece of silverware or napkin for at least 15 minutes. Not comfortable at all. So I guess I would prefer a normal table. Ribs were dry and tough would never order that appetizer again, but it was fun to try several different things. Very loud to have a conversation and it almost seemed like the volume got turned up to drive you out as it was not so loud at first. Drinks were decent and happy hour prices made them better! I don't think I would try again though.
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garnier
Miami
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Could do better on the food and the drinks ,food could be layered,they brought all the items together
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Valeria
Fort Lauderdale
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best happy hour in town! Great experience as always!
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FAQs

The Wilder offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (954) 918-7212.

The Wilder is rated 4.4 stars by 352 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

701 E Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Federal Highway and Broward Boulevard, just east of Federal Highway
Neighborhood
Victoria Park
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–3:00 am Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Free parking behind the building for patrons!
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Terron Aaron
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.intothewilder.com/
Phone number
(954) 918-7212

The Wilder

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Wine Me, Dine Me

Wilder After Dark

Burlesque Brunch

Offers

ITB Tuesdays

The Proper Happy Hour

Menu

What 352 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Wilder offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Wilder restaurant rated?

Is The Wilder currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information