FIND OUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO FORT LAUDERDALE FROM THE INTRACOASTAL TO THE BEACH, INCLUDING WHERE TO STAY, DINE AND DRINK, DANCE THE NIGHTS AWAY, OR RECHARGE—AS WELL AS THE HOTTEST EVENTS TO ATTEND THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.


Exterior rendering of 160 Marina Bay PHOTO COURTESY OF: 160 MARINA BAY

MUST-WATCH UPCOMING PROJECTS

160 MARINA BAY

Live in luxury with private marina access at the up-and-coming 160 Marina Bay, located on the Intracoastal Waterway. Complete with jaw-dropping views, yachting accessibility and a stunning, high-level interior design, 160 Marina Bay is poised to be one of the city’s exclusive crown jewels. 160 Isle of Venice Drive, Fort Lauderdale, @160marinabay

FOUR SEASONS PRIVATE RESIDENCES FORT LAUDERDALE

This highly anticipated project offers Fort Lauderdale residents the opportunity to experience the five-star hospitality of the esteemed brand in a gorgeous oceanfront setting. Residents will have access to endless hotel amenities and services as well as expansive and uniquely designed living spaces. 525 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., @fsfortlauderdaleresidences

Rendering of a living room in a 160 Marina Bay unit PHOTO COURTESY OF: 160 MARINA BAY

ANNUAL EVENTS

FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
Dates: Oct. 27-31, 2021
801 Seabreeze Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale,
@flibsofficial

EXOTICS ON LAS OLAS
Dates: Nov. 7, 2021
From SE Sixth Avenue to
SE 11th Avenue on Las Olas
Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale,
@exoticsonlasolas

Yachts at FLIBS. PHOTO COURTESY OF: FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW

TORTUGA MUSIC FESTIVAL
Dates: Nov. 12-14, 2021
1100 Seabreeze Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale,
@tortugamusicfestival

PRIDE FORT LAUDERDALE
Dates: Nov. 20-21, 2021
1100 Seabreeze Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale,
@pridefortlauderdale

WINTERFEST BOAT PARADE
Dates: Dec. 11, 2021
512 NE Third Ave.,
Fort Lauderdale,
@winterfestinc

GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
Dates: Jan. 10-16, 2022
Las Olas Oceanside Park,
Fort Lauderdale Beach,
@gflfoodwine

Brunch pancakes from Green Bar & Kitchen. PHOTO COURTESY OF GREEN KITCHEN & BAR

INDULGE

SUSHI: TAKATO

Specializing in Japanese and Korean fusion cuisine, this new beachfront dining destination will delight all guests with a vibrant menu and picturesque atmosphere. Choose from plates that highlight the land or sea, as well as fresh sushi and sashimi served simply or complemented with decadent ingredients. 551 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, @takatorestaurant

ITALIAN: CAFE MARTORANO

Cafe Martorano incorporates passion into every detail of its culinary experience. The famed Italian American eatery invites guests to splurge on divine dishes such as its famed warm mozzarella or homemade meatball. The transformative restaurant caters to every mood, all while serving up celebrated Italian cuisine. 3343 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, @cafemartorano

Crispy tuna from Takato PHOTO: COURTESY OF TAKATO

GREEK: GREEK ISLANDS TAVERNA

This beloved Fort Lauderdale eatery is full on any given night of the week—with a no-reservations policy that draws in the masses who wait eagerly to sink their teeth into homemade pita dipped in authentic tzatziki and hummus and feast on spectacular dishes from lamb chops to char-broiled yellowtail snapper. Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean and allow yourself to be transported straight to Santorini. 3300 N. Ocean Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, @greekislandstaverna

STEAKHOUSE: STEAK 954

Tucked away in the elegant W Fort Lauderdale, Steak 954 is known for its brilliant natural surroundings and rich dishes. From locally caught fish to dry-aged prime and wagyu beef, the charming waterfront oasis is a one-stop shop for seafood lovers and meat aficionados alike. 401 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, @steak954

Mango margarita from El Camino. PHOTO: BY ALISSA DRAGUN

MEXICAN: EL CAMINO

Committed to providing an authentic Mexican experience based on fresh, indigenous and organic ingredients, El Camino epitomizes Mexican soul food at its finest. From traditional tacos to an array of creative cocktails, the vibrantly cultivated eatery serves as a must-try for the foodies of South Florida. 817 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, @elcaminofla

HEALTHY: GREEN BAR & KITCHEN

With an all-vegan menu featuring soups, superfood salads and cold-pressed juices, Green Bar & Kitchen embodies the contemporary trend of wholesome eating through its selection of fresh ingredients. Seamlessly intertwining clean food with great taste, the nutritious eatery introduces guests to its modern-day take on plant-based cuisine. 1075 SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale, @greenbarkitchen

Cocktail pitcher at The Wharf Fort Lauderdale. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE WHARF FORT LAUDERDALE

WATERFRONT DINING: MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB

Mastro’s Ocean Club is the epitome of quintessential Fort Lauderdale living. Dine against impressive, panoramic waterfront views and enjoy classic seafood and meat dishes that the brand is known and loved for—ending the meal with none other than the splurgeworthy Mastro’s butter cake. 3000 NE 32nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale, @mastrosofficial

COCKTAILS: SALT7

One of the go-to happy hour destinations in Fort Lauderdale, Salt7 offers great food, killer cocktails and a lively scene with waterfront views. Enjoy good company with a signature Worthing Watermelon martini and let the night carry you away. 500 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, @salt7ftl

Inside Sol Yoga Fort Lauderdale—a yoga and wellness destination featuring two state-of-the-art infrared studios, acupuncture, LED skin treatments, a smoothie bar and boutique PHOTO COURTESY OF: SOL YOGA

UNWIND + RECHARGE

THE SPA AT AUBERGE BEACH

Enter a state of pure tranquility at the stunning, world-class spa destination The Spa at Auberge Beach. Located at the beachfront luxury property, the spa offers cutting-edge treatments and amenities that set it apart from others—from quartz treatment beds to relaxation gardens, sound therapy meditation lounges and infrared saunas and steam rooms, relaxation meets the ultimate form of luxury. 2200 N. Ocean Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, @auberge_beach

SWEAT IT OUT

SOL YOGA FORT LAUDERDALE

Find your inner peace and get your sweat on at South Florida’s beloved yoga studio Sol Yoga. With flow, sculpt and power classes combined with the studio’s infrared heat, you’ll experience a workout for both the mind and body that will leave you feeling recharged. 835 NE Second Ave., Fort Lauderdale, @solyogaflorida

AKT

Developed by celebrity trainer Anna Kaiser, AKT Studios brings a unique fitness concept to the Fort Lauderdale area with its dance-oriented workout sessions. Fueled by positive energy and deeply rooted in movement, the studio provides members with an entertaining fitness journey cemented by strength and community. 1902 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, @theaktfortlauderdale

Spa entry at The Spa at Auberge Beach. PHOTO COURTESY OF: THE SPA AT AUBERGE BEACH

NIGHT OUT

BODEGA

Indulge in tacos and tequila and take in the unbeatable atmosphere of the famed South Florida nightlife concept Bodega, located in the heart of Las Olas. Dance the night away in the sultry speakeasy and satisfy your late-night cravings with mouthwatering Mexican bites. 21 W. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, @bodegataqueria

THE WHARF FORT LAUDERDALE

Take in live music, watch sports games, sip on cocktails and munch on cuisine from some of Fort Lauderdale’s most cherished eateries in a gorgeous waterfront, open-air setting that draws in the crowds from day to night. 20 W. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, @wharfftl

FOR THE INSTA

BONNET HOUSE MUSEUM & GARDENS

Visit the historic Fort Lauderdale property that is as fascinating to learn about as it is captivating on your Instagram feed. Explore the museum and gardens and enjoy the significant surroundings, boasting five different ecosystems that make for a truly striking scene. 900 Birch Road, Fort Lauderdale, @bonnethouse

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