Bar Profile - Warren, Fort Lauderdale

By Joseph Luparello

is CEO of Damn Good Hospitality and the visionary behind Warren, a restaurant inspired by one man’s profound impact on those who surrounded him. The Floridian establishment is home to an impressive culinary program and whiskey-sipping experience that can’t be found elsewhere. Standing at the Western edge of Delray beach, Warren is the physical manifestation of the CEO’s uncle’s spirit. The illustrious bachelor Uncle Warren believed in great food, better drinks, and the best company above all. Keeping those three aspects in their sights, the Damn Good Hospitality Group worked tirelessly to make Warren a space that’d make its namesake feel right at home.

The 6,000 square foot space is a hybrid of classic elegance and industrial modernity. Rich chocolate leathers underlined by lush velvet seating give off a sleek and seductive vibe. Dim lighting and wood flooring work together to draw attention to the restaurant’s main aesthetic, an old-world Whiskey Wall. Located in the main dining room, bottles as rare as Warren John’s personal artifacts are featured across the shelves.

With a focus on contemporary American cuisine, guests can expect everything from mouthwatering St. Louis Ribs to robust Tomahawk Steaks. Each menu item appeals equally to the eyes as it does to the palate. The ingredient-driven menu offers Warren’s spin on traditional American dishes like perfectly crispy calamari and Nashville hot chicken served between pillowy brioche buns.

South Florida’s largest whiskey library belongs to Warren, featuring over 900 bottles and includes some of the rarest whiskeys in the world. To name a few, there’s McCallan 50, Double Eagle Very Rare, Michter’s Celebration, the entire line of Last Drop Whiskey, and all vintages of Pappy Van Winkle.

Encapsulating everything Warren stands for, CEO John makes the promise: “It’s about the experience at Warren; Guests can expect to be treated like family. Our corporation name is Damn Good Hospitality and that is just what the guest should expect!”