EAT

With lots of choices for places to eat, we wanted to give you some of our personal recommendations.

Bona Italian Restaurant: With more than 50 years of experience under their belts, they understand how to best serve their customers through tried-andtrue service principles. Instead of following trends, they set them. The food is made from scratch with care. They pride themselves on the highest caliber products that go into every meal. The cuisine, prepared under the direction of Chef Ryan Lorenzo, is American style, Italian with influence from the Campania region of Southern Italy. Bona Specialties have become signatures for them. Try the Fazzoletti, pasta purses filled with truffles, Italian cheeses in a carbonara sauce. A perfect place for Cocktails, Small Bites or even Hosting Private Events. Stop in for Happy Hour, 4:30pm-7:00pm daily. Enjoy a free glass of wine every Wednesday when you order an entrée. Every Monday they choose a different non-profit serving the local community and donate 10% of all dine-in and take-out orders back to that organization. 2468 Wilton Drive • Wilton Manors, FL 33305 • 954- 565-7222

Botanic: Located in the Kimpton Goodland Hotel Fort Lauderdale Beach. Check the Fort Lauderdale bustle at the door: Botanic is a relaxed hideaway for good friends, breezy drinks and fresh local flavor. Evoking the feel of South Florida at midcentury, Botanic showcases bold New American cooking. From breakfast to late-night, Botanic highlights the local catch, regional produce and the Latin/ Caribbean influences that define South Florida cuisine (think: sliders, ceviche’s, fish taco platters and more). The drinks range from classic to tiki-inspired, where rum, gin, and tequila take a prominent role, while carefully selected wines are light, bright and just right for sipping under the tropical sun. A lively neighborhood favorite. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner 7-days a week. The Botanic’s flexible private and semi-private dining spaces can make your next birthday bash or work fête unforgettable. 2900 Riomar Street • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 • 954-908-7308

Wild Thyme Oceanside Eatery: Centrally located along Fort Lauderdale Beach’s renowned A1A strip within The Atlantic Hotel & Spa, Wild Thyme Oceanside Eatery offers a grown-up interpretation of a chic boardwalk dining experience with a whimsical twist on fresh dining favorites from the land and sea. At Wild Thyme, guests will enjoy stun-

ning, panoramic oceanfront views to accompany their fresh caught ocean and farm raised main land offerings. The warm and inviting atmosphere is a perfect choice for a small dinner, or to gather with a large group. Wild Thyme’s eclectic menu and charming beachfront ambiance provides a home away from home for tourists visiting Fort Lauderdale Beach and locals alike. 601 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 • 954567-8070

DelacaSeas Cafe: The best cafe in Lauderdale by the Sea is DelacaSeas Cafe. Locally grown, farm-to-table produce and Fresh Seafood is delivered daily. Join them for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They also serve Sunday/Champagne Brunch with beer and wine available. Ask about the Monthly Wine Dinners first Monday of each month. Catering is also available. DelacaSeas Cafe was voted one of the top 100 gay owned and operated restaurants in the United States. 4404 Bougainvilla Drive • Lauderdale by the Sea, FL 33308 • 954-557-5798

Hamburger Mary’s Wilton Manors: Hamburger Mary’s is your dream destination for every party and special occasion. Gourmet Burgers, Decadent Desserts, Colorful Cocktails, and the

most AMAZING Drag Artists around. Local Drag Queen and Drag King Favorites plus visiting Celebrity guests from RuPaul’s Drag Race are sure to turn your party. Not to mention our karaoke night, trivia night and charity bingo! Mary’s is the perfect Party palace - bachelorette parties - girls night out - birthday parties. They offer a full menu from salads, their famous Hamburgers, Vegan & Vegetarian fare as well. Turn up your spirits, with their spirits! Health Conscious to Comfort Classics, all served up with Mary’s signature sass. Open 11:00 AM until 2:00 AM 7-days a week. See their ad in this guide. 2426 Wilton Drive • Wilton Manors, FL 33305 • 754-779-7424

Lona Cocina Tequileria: Celebrated chef Pablo Salas brings Lona Cocina Tequileria to Fort Lauderdale Beach. Lona brings something

truly unique to the region: quality service, superior cuisine and the setting of a high-end restaurant with the laid-back fun, approachability and price points of a casual waterfront Mexican cantina. Located in the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort with an expansive outdoor patio and bar facing the ocean. 321 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 • 954- 245-3069

OCEAN2000: OCEAN2000 offers regionally influenced cuisine, blending local produce and character into a refined menu – with a little Latin spice and spectacular views. Enjoyed by locals and resort guests, OCEAN2000 is a contemporary American Bistro, offering an array of culinary specialties. Enjoy their Seafood-Centric menu and dine amidst magnificent panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean from either the multi-tiered dining room or sweeping veranda. One cannot get any closer to The Atlantic Ocean! Located in the Pelican Grand Beach Resort. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with weekend brunch. See their ad in this guide. 2000 N Ocean Blvd. • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305 • 954-556-7667

Thasos Greek Taverna: Thasos Offers A modern touch to the Greek and Mediterranean cuisine serving traditional recipes with a modern twist in a contemporary setting with an emphasis on fresh seafood. Dining at Thasos brings the Greek cuisine and hospitality to you. We are passionate about our food and provide a warm and friendly atmosphere. See their ad in this guide. 3330 East Oakland Park Blvd. • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 • 954-2006006

Toro Latin Kitchen & Tequila Library: Toro concept comes from acclaimed chef and restaurateur Richard Sandoval, recognized as the “Father of modern Mexican cuisine,” who has an international collection of 40 Latin American-inspired restaurants worldwide. At Toro, he masterfully blends Pan Latin cuisine with South

American, Japanese, and Chinese

influences. One of the best new restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, Toro Latin Kitchen & Tequila Library brings Latin flair to a casual, yet sophisticated, Dania Beach setting. In local tradition all dishes are intended to be shared family-style and paired with classic Latin cocktails all hand-muddled with fresh fruits, herbs and vegetables to create a celebration of Latin cuisine. Private dining is also available for special occasions. Located at the Le Méridien Dania Beach at Fort Lauderdale Airport hotel. See their ad in this guide. 1825 Griffin Road • Dania Beach, FL 33304 • 954-686-1200

Naked Crab Restaurant: With more than 20 years of culinary experience, Chef David Morales draws on his Latin heritage, blending fresh ingredients and spices to create contemporary Mediterranean dishes influenced by the flavors of Europe, North and South America. He sources his menu locally in South Florida, using fresh seafood and produce from local farms. Located in the B Ocean Resort where both locals and visitors can relish on all things surf or turf, pairing the finest prime steaks with the freshest seafood and the highest quality ingredients in a picturesque, beachside setting. 1140 Seabreeze Blvd. • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 • 954-727-7090

Steelpan Caribbean-American Fusion Kitchen & Bar: FRESH & TROPICAL, Steelpan hosts a fresh and tropical menu featuring savory appetizers, small bites, and entrées, including island bowls and inventive spins on familiar favorites. For an exciting twist on classic and tropical cocktails, the Steelpan mixology team serves up handcrafted concoctions in a fun and unexpected presentation. Serving breakfast lunch and dinner. Located inside Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach. See their ad in this guide. 999 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. • Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 • 954-3025252

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