Miami's beach without Miami's attitude.
Las Olas dock-and-dine boats, Elbo Room day-drinking, Sistrunk bar-to-bar walk, beach-rental house with rooftop pool, deep-sea charter out of Bahia Mar. The South Florida bachelor played as adults — less Miami chaos, more boat-up-to-the-restaurant.
beach • 4-6 hours
Wide beaches with rentals and beachfront bars along A1A.
boat cruise • 3-4 hours
All-day water taxi pass to hop between waterfront bars and restaurants.
boat cruise • 4 hours
Private yacht through the Intracoastal — cruise past mega-mansions.
golf • 2-3 hours
Driving range with full bar and competitive games.
bar • unhinged • $
Legendary beachfront dive bar since 1938 — Where the Boys Are was filmed here.
speakeasy • balanced • $$$
1920s speakeasy on Las Olas with craft cocktails and late-night DJs.
bar • balanced • $$
Waterfront bar on the New River with food pop-ups and live music.
bar • balanced • $$
Tropical cocktail bar with a lush garden patio off Las Olas.
sports bar • balanced • $$
Waterfront sports bar on Las Olas with giant screens and group space.
rooftop • chill • $$$
Beach hotel rooftop with ocean views and poolside cocktails.
Dress code: Smart casual to upscale
lounge • balanced • $$
Las Olas hookah lounge with a Mediterranean vibe and cocktails.
Dress code: Smart casual
bar • unhinged • $
Retro arcade bar with pinball, craft beer, and a chill dive vibe.
club • unhinged • $$
Open-air mega-venue with DJs, concerts, and a massive dance floor.
Dress code: Upscale nightlife attire, no athletic wear
beer garden • balanced • $$
Wilton Manors beer garden with outdoor games and group-friendly layout.
Italian • $$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Las Olas Italian with a gorgeous patio and house-made pasta.
Mexican / Seafood • $$$ • Best for: dinner
Upscale Mexican at the Hilton with oceanfront dining and tequila flights.
Japanese / Sushi • $$$ • Best for: dinner
Omakase-style sushi experience — intimate and excellent.
Brunch / Southern • $$ • Best for: brunch
Best brunch in Fort Lauderdale — Southern comfort with a twist.
Seafood / American • $$$ • Best for: dinner
Beach resort restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton with craft cocktails.
Seafood / American • $$ • Best for: lunch
Waterfront restaurant with boats pulling up to the dock — classic FTL.
Italian / Bakery • $ • Best for: brunch
Las Olas Italian bakery with fresh pastries and paninis.
Italian / Steakhouse • $$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Supper club vibes with live music and excellent group dining.
hotel • Max 4 guests
Beachfront luxury hotel with pool, spa, and Burlock Coast restaurant.
hotel • Max 4 guests
Beachfront W Hotel with WET pool deck and party energy.
airbnb • Max 12 guests
Waterfront townhouse walking distance to Las Olas nightlife.
resort • Max 4 guests
Beachfront resort with lazy river pool and oceanfront dining.
airbnb • Max 14 guests
Full house near the beach with pool and group entertaining space.
Bottle service, beach clubs, and bad decisions until 5am.
Emerald water, charter boats, and Harbor Walk bar crawls.
Duval Street does not care what day it is.
Ybor City goes harder than you expect.
Offshore charters, a pedal boat, Palafox bars
Private pontoons, sail-and-snorkel, steakhouse nights
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