Guidebook for Fort Lauderdale

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Guidebook for Fort Lauderdale

Food Scene

Excellent sushi and a wasabi guacamole that is to die for! Limited parking, but fantastic to-go service if you're craving their menu items on a Friday or Saturday night.
Viva Tokyo Mexican And Japanese
1538 E Commercial Blvd
Excellent sushi and a wasabi guacamole that is to die for! Limited parking, but fantastic to-go service if you're craving their menu items on a Friday or Saturday night.
A diamond in the rough! This family owned restaurant is the best Mexican in town. I LOVE the chili relleno here. Not only is the food divine, it's extremely affordable. Most servers speak Spanish, with some English. Menu is in both languages.
Taqueria Doña Raquel
791 S Dixie Hwy
A diamond in the rough! This family owned restaurant is the best Mexican in town. I LOVE the chili relleno here. Not only is the food divine, it's extremely affordable. Most servers speak Spanish, with some English. Menu is in both languages.
Fantastic atmosphere, with coffee and snacks to match. Plan to go here when the weather is nice, the shaded outdoor seating is ideal for sipping a drink while relaxing with good company or a favorite book.
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The Alchemist
2430 NE 13th Ave
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Fantastic atmosphere, with coffee and snacks to match. Plan to go here when the weather is nice, the shaded outdoor seating is ideal for sipping a drink while relaxing with good company or a favorite book.
Treat yourself to cooking that will blow your mind! Many vegetarian friendly options here, every dish is better than the last. We love to start with samosas and garlic naan, finishing up the meal with the gulab jamun. We love when date nights take us to Bombay Cafe!
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Bombay Cafe Cuisine of India
1672 E Oakland Park Blvd
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Treat yourself to cooking that will blow your mind! Many vegetarian friendly options here, every dish is better than the last. We love to start with samosas and garlic naan, finishing up the meal with the gulab jamun. We love when date nights take us to Bombay Cafe!
This local gem is within walking distance, and a great way to start the day. Tasty treats that are made fresh daily. What more could one want?!
German Bread Haus Inc
311 E Commercial Blvd
This local gem is within walking distance, and a great way to start the day. Tasty treats that are made fresh daily. What more could one want?!
Good pizza, good garlic rolls, and good prices! They unfortunately do not deliver, but their To-Go is always reasonably timed, and Tuesdays and Thursdays they have great deals for larger parties. Bring your appetite here!
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Primanti Bros.
516 E Oakland Park Blvd
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Good pizza, good garlic rolls, and good prices! They unfortunately do not deliver, but their To-Go is always reasonably timed, and Tuesdays and Thursdays they have great deals for larger parties. Bring your appetite here!
Candy and novelty items galore! Satiate your sweet-tooth here :-)
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To The Moon
2205 Wilton Dr
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Candy and novelty items galore! Satiate your sweet-tooth here :-)
The perfect treat after visiting the Hollywood Beach Boardwalk. Jaxson's homemade ice cream will have you weak in the knees. Unbeatable atmosphere and a total trip down memory lane. It's always a good day when you visit Jaxson's!
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Jaxson's Ice Cream Parlor & Restaurant
128 S Federal Hwy
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The perfect treat after visiting the Hollywood Beach Boardwalk. Jaxson's homemade ice cream will have you weak in the knees. Unbeatable atmosphere and a total trip down memory lane. It's always a good day when you visit Jaxson's!
Out of this world delicious craft donuts. Enough said.
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Mojo Donuts
7906 Pines Blvd
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Out of this world delicious craft donuts. Enough said.
Your stomach will thank me.
Mojo Fort Lauderdale
4140 N Federal Hwy
Your stomach will thank me.
This is a lively place! You will feel like you've entered a Hobbit Hole!! Live music most nights, and hearty eating every night! Sit back with a pint and some good eats, and you'll leave with a full stomach and a song in your heart.
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The Field Irish Pub & Eatery
3281 Griffin Rd
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This is a lively place! You will feel like you've entered a Hobbit Hole!! Live music most nights, and hearty eating every night! Sit back with a pint and some good eats, and you'll leave with a full stomach and a song in your heart.
A Korean/Asian bakery that will make your taste-buds sing.
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Paris Morning Bakery
4840 N University Dr
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A Korean/Asian bakery that will make your taste-buds sing.
Excellent BBQ and a fantastic Sunday brunch spot.
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Red Cow BBQ
415 Northeast 3rd Street
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Excellent BBQ and a fantastic Sunday brunch spot.
You want some real southern comfort cooking, and BBQ that will knock your socks off. You now know where to go. Tom Jenkins is the real deal.
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Tom Jenkins BBQ
1236 S Federal Hwy
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You want some real southern comfort cooking, and BBQ that will knock your socks off. You now know where to go. Tom Jenkins is the real deal.
Dinner and drinks on the water. Can't beat this place!
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Coconuts
429 Seabreeze Blvd
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Dinner and drinks on the water. Can't beat this place!
Seafood prepared and served perfectly. This place does not take reservations though, so be prepared to grab a drink and wait if it's a weekend night.
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Canyon Restaurant
620 South Federal Highway
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Seafood prepared and served perfectly. This place does not take reservations though, so be prepared to grab a drink and wait if it's a weekend night.
Planning to grab a sub on your way to the beach? Better make it a Laspada's sub. When you get one, you'll understand why I said to.
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Laspada's Original Hoagies - Lauderdale-By-The-Sea
233 Commercial Blvd
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Planning to grab a sub on your way to the beach? Better make it a Laspada's sub. When you get one, you'll understand why I said to.
Great ambiance, better coffee.
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Cash Only Bar
15 W Las Olas Blvd
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Great ambiance, better coffee.
The barista's here know what you want. Trust me. This gem is tucked away in a discrete plaza, and up some stairs. The place is filled with books, board/card games, and good vibes.
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Undergrounds Coffeehaus
3020 N Federal Hwy
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The barista's here know what you want. Trust me. This gem is tucked away in a discrete plaza, and up some stairs. The place is filled with books, board/card games, and good vibes.
Every dish we've had here has been fantastically flavorful! Lovely little restaurant with an awesome mural inside.
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Phat Boy Sushi & Kitchen - Downtown
701 S Federal Hwy
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Every dish we've had here has been fantastically flavorful! Lovely little restaurant with an awesome mural inside.

Shopping

One of the best comic shops in the nation! They truly have something for everyone. Such a cool place to experience, they even have a gaming satellite two bays down.
TATE'S Comics + Toys + More
4566 N University Dr
One of the best comic shops in the nation! They truly have something for everyone. Such a cool place to experience, they even have a gaming satellite two bays down.
Visit the 10th largest mall in the US, even just to say that you did! ;-) You're sure to find something you need when you visit this outlet mall.
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Sawgrass Mills Mall station
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Visit the 10th largest mall in the US, even just to say that you did! ;-) You're sure to find something you need when you visit this outlet mall.
This is the real goods. The 2nd LARGEST mall in the US. A gorgeous mall the visit, with fantastic shops, lovely art installations, and decadent food options within, and in the surrounding area.
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Aventura Mall
19501 Biscayne Blvd
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This is the real goods. The 2nd LARGEST mall in the US. A gorgeous mall the visit, with fantastic shops, lovely art installations, and decadent food options within, and in the surrounding area.
Radio-Active Records is a staple in the area that hosts events throughout the year. If you're looking for a cool place to check-out after visiting the Ft Lauderdale Beach, this is it.
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Radio-Active Records
5975 N Federal Hwy
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Radio-Active Records is a staple in the area that hosts events throughout the year. If you're looking for a cool place to check-out after visiting the Ft Lauderdale Beach, this is it.

Parks & Nature

Breathtaking gardens filled with tropical birds and butterflies? Yes please! I have held an annual pass to Butterfly world for many years. It is an unforgettable experience. Fantastic for taking photos.
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Butterfly World
3600 W Sample Rd
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Breathtaking gardens filled with tropical birds and butterflies? Yes please! I have held an annual pass to Butterfly world for many years. It is an unforgettable experience. Fantastic for taking photos.
Pack a lunch and plan to walk. This is a family favorite spot, that truly clears the mind. Take a stroll around the lake on a beautiful day, and you will be afforded the tranquility of a spa without the hole in your pocket!
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Wolf Lake Park
5400 SW 76th Ave
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Pack a lunch and plan to walk. This is a family favorite spot, that truly clears the mind. Take a stroll around the lake on a beautiful day, and you will be afforded the tranquility of a spa without the hole in your pocket!
A gorgeous garden that honors Japanese art and culture splendidly. They hold festivals here every once in a while, that you don't want to miss if you're in town!
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Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
4000 Morikami Park Rd
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A gorgeous garden that honors Japanese art and culture splendidly. They hold festivals here every once in a while, that you don't want to miss if you're in town!
This is one of my favorite spots to take out-of-towners. It is quite a drive, but it is worth it! Get there early, bring lunch,, water, bug spray, and your sense of wonder! This is an unbeatable experience for animal appreciators. They have multiple hands-on animal presentations throughout the day, with many opportunities to learn about, and interact with the animals that have come to call this nature preservation home. Being in the wolf enclosure will have you reaching for your camera non-stop, while the beautiful creatures playfully interact act with your group!
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Safari Edventure
23700 SW 142nd Ave
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This is one of my favorite spots to take out-of-towners. It is quite a drive, but it is worth it! Get there early, bring lunch,, water, bug spray, and your sense of wonder! This is an unbeatable experience for animal appreciators. They have multiple hands-on animal presentations throughout the day, with many opportunities to learn about, and interact with the animals that have come to call this nature preservation home. Being in the wolf enclosure will have you reaching for your camera non-stop, while the beautiful creatures playfully interact act with your group!

Essentials

There is a little bit of everything in this plaza. Get yourself a Publix sub while doing a bit of grocery shopping, and see for yourself what the internet is talking about! Go to the gym, pick up a swimsuit at Ross before heading to the beach, grab a quick bite to eat at Tijuana Flats, or even stop by the Bank of America ATM before heading out on the town.
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1003 E Commercial Blvd
There is a little bit of everything in this plaza. Get yourself a Publix sub while doing a bit of grocery shopping, and see for yourself what the internet is talking about! Go to the gym, pick up a swimsuit at Ross before heading to the beach, grab a quick bite to eat at Tijuana Flats, or even stop by the Bank of America ATM before heading out on the town.

Arts & Culture

Tons of galleries in this area. There is an Art Walk here every LAST Saturday of the month. Parking is usually an issue, so we use a ride-sharing service whenever we head over. So many street vendors turn up for this event, it's incredible! You can do some art browsing, shopping, and eating, without breaking the bank. The Art Walk is an amazing event that allows for one to get a taste of the South Florida art scene without heading down to Miami.
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FAT Village Center for the Arts
531 NW 1st Ave
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Tons of galleries in this area. There is an Art Walk here every LAST Saturday of the month. Parking is usually an issue, so we use a ride-sharing service whenever we head over. So many street vendors turn up for this event, it's incredible! You can do some art browsing, shopping, and eating, without breaking the bank. The Art Walk is an amazing event that allows for one to get a taste of the South Florida art scene without heading down to Miami.
Worth the drive. Gorgeous museum that really highlights local and Caribbean based artists beautifully. The waterfront view and amazing restaurant don't hurt either!
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Perez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd
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Worth the drive. Gorgeous museum that really highlights local and Caribbean based artists beautifully. The waterfront view and amazing restaurant don't hurt either!
Make a day of Miami by stopping by Panther Coffee and head over to the walls to view the jaw-dropping art works of incredible artists! Miami is a piece of artwork, and the Wynwood Walls truly exemplify that. Excellent backdrop for stunning photos!
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Wynwood Walls
2516 NW 26th St
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Make a day of Miami by stopping by Panther Coffee and head over to the walls to view the jaw-dropping art works of incredible artists! Miami is a piece of artwork, and the Wynwood Walls truly exemplify that. Excellent backdrop for stunning photos!

Drinks & Nightlife

Dinner and a show! Home to some of the best Queens of Drag in South Florida! Themed shows throughout the week and even the option of Sunday Gospel Brunch. This is a true treat, just don't bring the kids ;-)
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Lips Drag Queen Show Palace, Restaurant & Bar
1421 E Oakland Park Blvd
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Dinner and a show! Home to some of the best Queens of Drag in South Florida! Themed shows throughout the week and even the option of Sunday Gospel Brunch. This is a true treat, just don't bring the kids ;-)
A brewery, bar and restaurant all in one! South Florida really lucked out with this place. A fantastic brewery, with amazing ambiance including board and yard style group games. Get your fun on! Usually some food trucks parked front in the evenings.
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Funky Buddha Brewery
1201 NE 38th St
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A brewery, bar and restaurant all in one! South Florida really lucked out with this place. A fantastic brewery, with amazing ambiance including board and yard style group games. Get your fun on! Usually some food trucks parked front in the evenings.
Awesome little bar with great craft brew options. Limited parking.
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Laser Wolf
901 Progresso Dr
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Awesome little bar with great craft brew options. Limited parking.
A fun younger spot that sometimes has live music. Great little pizza shop in their outdoor patio, wonderful craft drinks, fun and funky atmosphere with great music.
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Gramps
176 NW 24th St
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A fun younger spot that sometimes has live music. Great little pizza shop in their outdoor patio, wonderful craft drinks, fun and funky atmosphere with great music.
Excellent brewery, and a more sophisticated stop than Gramps if you're in the Wynwood area.
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J. Wakefield Brewing
120 NW 24th St
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Excellent brewery, and a more sophisticated stop than Gramps if you're in the Wynwood area.
Looking for some classic Miami /Cuban inspired charm? This place has it. The live performances will have you firmly planted in your seats and the food is something to write home about, too! A fantastic night out every time!
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El Tucán
1111 SW 1st Ave
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Looking for some classic Miami /Cuban inspired charm? This place has it. The live performances will have you firmly planted in your seats and the food is something to write home about, too! A fantastic night out every time!
Can't beat the tastings here!
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Wine Watch Inc
839 NE 3rd Ave
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Can't beat the tastings here!

Entertainment & Activities

Be ready to stretch and then tighten your shoe laces. This place is a hop and skip from the house, and will have you hopping and skipping from one activity to another!
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Xtreme Action Park
5300 Powerline Rd
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Be ready to stretch and then tighten your shoe laces. This place is a hop and skip from the house, and will have you hopping and skipping from one activity to another!
Dinner and a movie taken care of all in one place. Close to home and comfortable.
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AMC Coral Ridge 10
3401 NE 26th Ave
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Dinner and a movie taken care of all in one place. Close to home and comfortable.
Date night type of dinner and a movie. This place even gives you a blanket! This is where you go to wine, dine and unwind.
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IPIC Boca Raton
301 Plaza Real
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Date night type of dinner and a movie. This place even gives you a blanket! This is where you go to wine, dine and unwind.