Give a western twist to your night out with friends at Round Up Country Western Nightclub. If you are clueless about the style of dance, worry not, Round Up offers free dance lessons; take a lesson before the night begins and join the experts on the dance floor. Guests can participate in Cha Cha, Line Dance, East Coast Swing and Two Step. Some nights, country singers grace this place with their melodious voices. On Sunday nights, children are welcomed at Round Up to enjoy a family night filled with dancing, music and food.
Exuding manic energy, quintessential of a new restaurant in the neighborhood, Heritage is a snazzy Italian-specialty restaurant of Fort Lauderdale. Nestled in the busy art district of the city, Heritage has garnered fame as a must-visit restaurant serving contemporary Italian meals. Veering away from classics such as red-sauce pastas and bruschetta, the restaurant focuses on offbeat preparations such as baked razor clams, mascarpone-stuffed squash blossoms and rich, cheese-and-wagyu-loaded small plates. Given their refreshing take on traditional dishes, Heritage enjoys a steady stream of patrons who reserve their table weeks in advance here.
In the midst of high-rises, this colonial-style building stands-out with its bougainvillea, flower pots and other lush trees enclosing it. Set near the Atlantic Ocean, Greek Islands Taverna makes customers feel like they are dining at an eatery on a Greek island. Blue and white checkered tablecloths, Greek wall decoration and photographic artwork create a homey ambiance within this restaurant. The brainchild of brothers, George and Sam Kantzavelos, it is among the finest Greek restaurants in town. Some of their must-try's are the lamb chops, baby back ribs, Ladoregano, Souvlaki and Moussaka. Vegetarians also have great choices here. Diners can finish up their meals with traditional desserts like Baklava and Kataifi.
Renowned for its delectable patty melt, Foxy Brown is a breakfast favorite of the neighborhood. Adorning the heart of the town for over a decade, the restaurant doles out scrumptious American dishes for its famous brunch menu. Sit in the comfortable and inviting settings of the restaurant and savor local favorites which include the likes of beef-a-roni, mac-and-cheese and a piping hot French onion soup. If you’re in the city during the weekend, you simply cannot miss indulging in the lavish brunch spread of waffles, doughnuts and cheesy sandwiches.
El Tamarindo Cafe in Fort Lauderdale is the place to be if you wish to take your friends out for a wholesome Contemporary Latin-style meal. The interiors are tastefully done, featuring an array of antique furnishings and comfortable seating options. The menu is primarily meat-centric but does offer some decent vegetarian choices with the Whole Red Snapper, Grilled Pork Tenderloin and Mariscada Soup being some of their specialties. Alcoholic beverages are served here.
Unlike many breweries, the Tarpon River Brewing offers its customers a set of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options coupled with handcrafted beer. The minute patrons venture into this place, which seems to be a world in itself, they will be greeted by the aroma of fresh drafts and great food. An interesting feature of the brewery is its unique furnishing which is reminiscent of a stable. Comfortable tables and chairs are set up at regular intervals, and smooth high tables line the bar area. The soothing ambiance and calm atmosphere of the open spaces will allow patrons to unwind as they sample a variety of beers available on tap. These are all innovative creations that will win the hearts of beer lovers. Efficient service and friendly staff will ensure that you leave with good memories!
Union Beer Store is the kind of place where amateur beer enthusiasts rub shoulders with professional beer connoisseurs. This neighborhood doubles up as a beer market with excellent selection of beer on a rotating tap list. The place is small and the shelves are stacked with local brews as well as international brands. They also offer a range of delicious quick bites to wash down the beer with. Come for a chilled beer and grab a couple of them with you back home.