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Fort Lauderdale Restaurants near Port Everglades

Last updated on June 20th, 2023 at 02:07 pm

Discover a culinary paradise in Fort Lauderdale, with its diverse dining options. Indulge in fresh seafood, waterfront dining, and innovative farm-to-table cuisine. Don't miss the vibrant beachfront promenade, Las Olas Boulevard, offering an array of restaurants and cafes serving international delights.

Consider visiting these top restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, close to the cruise port.

1. 15th Street Fisheries , 1900 SE 15th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Enjoy waterfront dining with panoramic views of the Intracoastal Waterway and delicious seafood dishes in a relaxed atmosphere.

2. Coconuts , 429 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Located on the Intracoastal Waterway, Coconuts offers a diverse menu featuring fresh seafood, sandwiches, and tropical cocktails.

3. Rustic Inn Crabhouse , 4331 Ravenswood Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Indulge in the ultimate crab and seafood feast at Rustic Inn Crabhouse, known for its famous garlic crabs and waterfront dining experience.

4. Southport Raw Bar , 1536 Cordova Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Dive into a casual seafood experience at Southport Raw Bar, where you can savor oysters, clams, and other fresh catches of the day.

5. Shooters Waterfront , 3033 NE 32nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Experience upscale waterfront dining at Shooters Waterfront, offering a diverse menu, stunning views, and a vibrant atmosphere. Please note that addresses are subject to change, so it's always a good idea to verify the information before your visit.

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Use This Guide to Discover the Best Restaurants Near Port Everglades

Embarking on a cruise from Port Everglades means the city of Fort Lauderdale is at your fingertips.

Bloomberg included Fort Lauderdale in their annual Where to Go in 2019 roundup because “Once sleepy, Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach are waking up now that restaurants such as Florie’s have arrived.” The food scene is taking off in Fort Lauderdale and there’s no better time than the present to taste test your way through the city.

Whether you have a few days to explore before your cruise departs or just a few hours, this guide will walk you through the closest restaurants to Port Everglades as well as the cheapest spots, the most unique eats, organic and plant-based shops, the rising stars in the culinary scene, and even the breweries and rooftop bars you can’t miss on your trip.

So, check out the best restaurants that Fort Lauderdale has to offer and markdown your favorites for a mouthwatering journey along the coast before your cruise sets sail!

Closest Restaurants to Port Everglades

There are plenty of restaurants to choose from around Port Everglades. In fact, there were so many options within ten minutes driving that we had to break the list down into subcategories just to keep it organized!

First, there are the fast-food and fast-casual spots. Grab something quick and relatively cheap before you board your cruise at these eight places:

• Burger King
• Papa John’s
• Einstein Bros Bagel
• Smoothie King

Next, there’s an almost unending amount of sit-down breakfast, lunch and dinner restaurants near Port Everglades to suit every taste and craving. If you prefer to take your time to peruse a menu rather than to order at a counter, head to these 21 spots:

• Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza
• La Bamba Mexican and Spanish Restaurants
• Pollo Tropical
• Outback Steakhouse
• Bistro Mezzaluna
• Coco Asian Bistro and Bar
• Indian Harbor
• Duffy’s Sports Grill
• Doughboys Pizzeria and Italian
• Bravo Ristorante
• Maya Harbor Cafe
• Carlos & Pepe’s
• New Hong Kong
• Southport Raw Bar and Restaurant
• Carraba’s Italian Grill
• Fresh First
• Laspada’s Original Hoagies – named one of the best restaurants in Fort Lauderdale
• Kelly’s Landing New England Seafood – named one of the best restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

We all know vacation starts when you step out your front door – sometimes long before you board your cruise – so if you’re looking for a bar to relax and unwind in with a few drinks after you eat, the three closest bars to Port Everglades are Waxy’s Irish Pub, the Village Well Pub, and Whiskey Neat. All three are also only 20 minutes walking from the Port so you can park your car and start the party without a care in the world!

Cheapest Restaurants Near Port Everglades

If you’re ballin’ on a budget, choosing to cruise from Fort Lauderdale instead of Miami is a great way to save money because there are plenty of cheap eats around Port Everglades.

As listed above, you can’t go wrong with the fast food and fast-casual spots like Taco Bell, Burger King, and Chipotle when you need a filling meal that won’t break the bank. But, this is a vacation after all, and eating fast food when you’re traveling is a little, well, boring. Instead, you can still keep an eye on the bottom line with this list of the best cheap restaurants in Fort Lauderdale .

It mentions quite a few tempting options, but Lester’s Diner is the closest at only seven minutes driving from Port Everglades. It serves up a variety of classic diner foods (and some Greek dishes as well, because, why not?) and is open 24 hours!

Jerk Machine , a Jamaican kitchen cooking up dishes for only $7.50, and Hot Dog Heaven , where even the specialty hot dogs are less than $5, are only seven and 13 minutes from Port Everglades as well.

Unique Restaurants Near Port Everglades

Start your vacation with a memorable meal at these unique restaurants in Fort Lauderdale dishing up unforgettable experiences alongside their food. Of those on the list, the Rustic Inn Crabhouse and Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor are the closest to the port.

The Rustic Inn Crabhouse describes itself as “not fancy, just fresh” and serves up their famous garlic crabs with wooden mallets for you to smash them open yourself – so don’t come here if you don’t want to get your hands dirty! After you chow down, head to Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor for dessert, where you can explore “one of the nation’s largest collections of rural American memorabilia” while you devour scoop after scoop of the creamy treat.

You can also venture a bit farther from Port Everglades to three more unique spots located 20 minutes driving from the cruise terminals. Mai Kai will transport you straight to Polynesia with dancing, music, and fire performances while at Lips Restaurant drag queens take charge of the daily entertainment and at Taverna Opa you can expect Greek dancing on the tables while you eat.

Although it didn’t make the roundup by the Fort Lauderdale Daily, Joe’s Cafe is another unique eatery near Port Everglades where adults and children alike can enjoy the American diner food, outdoor swing booths, and train running overhead.

Best Health Food and Vegan Restaurants Near Port Everglades

Not only are there great health food and vegan restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, but many of them are also easily accessible from Port Everglades. If you want to eat clean before letting your diet go a bit on the ship, these four restaurants near Port Everglades serve up meals that will help you feel good both inside and out.

Fresh First , an organic and gluten-free restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and fresh smoothies and juices, is only ten minutes driving from the port, while Green Bar and Kitchen , which “embodies the concept of vibrant, plant-based, wholesome eating,” is just down the street. It was named one of the best restaurants in Fort Lauderdale by Timeout, so even though everything on the menu is vegan you don’t need to be following a plant-based diet to enjoy the food and flavors here.

Toss Up Salads has a few locations in Fort Lauderdale, but the restaurant on 706 Federal Hwy is the closest to Port Everglades. A quick 13-minute drive will deliver you into a casual eatery where you can order up salads, soups, and smoothies prepped in-house daily. Or, drive a few blocks further and you’ll arrive at Beehive Kitchen , where you can build bowls with super healthy bases like quinoa, sweet potato noodles, or kale salad to give your body a boost before setting sail on your cruise.

Top-Rated Restaurants Near Port Everglades

Roundups of the best restaurants in Fort Lauderdale by major publications like Timeout and Zagat are great places for foodies to start their search for the top-rated spots in the city. Of the restaurants included in the Zagat piece, Laspada’s Original Hoagies, Grille 66 and Bar, Valentino Cucina Italiana, Truluck’s, and The Capital Grille are the closest to Port Everglades.

Laspada’s Original Hoagies sells “the best damn hoagies in town” and is both the cheapest and the closest restaurant on the list at only a 10 minute drive from the cruise terminals. Grill 66 serves seafood in an upscale establishment on the water 12 minutes from Port Everglades and Valentine Cucina Italiana dishes up hearty Italian fare.

Finally, Truluck’s and The Capital Grille are the furthest from Port Everglades but conveniently located directly next to each other. Specializing in seafood and steaks respectively, both are great places to start your vacation on a high note and treat yourself to a truly delicious meal.

Breweries and Rooftop Bars Near Port Everglades

Finally, it’s time to celebrate the start of your vacation with a few drinks in the city before your cruise sets sail.

There are more than 200 breweries in Florida and many of them call Fort Lauderdale home. The LauderAle Brewery is the closest to Port Everglades and features 30 rotating taps and an outdoor beer garden to enjoy the Sunshine State’s fabulous weather. Tarpon River Brewing is another local favorite because it’s housed in an 11,000 square foot structure with food, home-brewed beer, yard games, and even an entire house built inside of it.

If cocktails are more your thing, outdoor bars and patios are in no short supply in Fort Lauderdale. Near Port Everglades, you can soak up the sun and some stunning city views at the Rooftop @ 1WLO, or enjoy oceanside patio seating at Pelican Landing and the Sea Level Restaurant and Ocean Bar as well. Cheers!

-Di Minardi (that’s me!), travel blogger at Slight North

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Best Restaurants near the Cruise Port in Fort Lauderdale

LAST UPDATED BY Dale Mack June 20, 2013

Fort Lauderdale is world-known for its cruise port and is synonymous with cruising itself. Each year millions of visitors pass through the city en route to Port Everglades to embark on  the time of their lives. Within just miles of this gateway are many classic restaurants that are eager to welcome new patrons as well as locals with the best food. We at 10best have scouted the area and have chosen ten of the top eateries to recommend. These restaurants have been around for many years and know how to please eager travelers. If it's steak that you're craving then make reservations at  Grill 66 & Bar where patrons eat in style with great views of the playful Intracoastal Waterway and even pull up in their boat for the evening! Or consider Chuck's Steakhouse , a classic restaurant that holds a stellar reputation and a mouth-watering menu, or even Tropical Acres Steakhouse , which has been a local mainstay for over 60 years. Is eating organic important? No problem. Market 17 is just the place. With farm-fresh and organic ingredients of the tastiest kind, health-conscious diners have found their favorites right here. And, of course, for the seafood lovers it's got to be 15th Street Fisheries, which has been serving the finest seafood and is a local icon. If it's diner food that's craved stop at Lester's Dine r, just blocks from the port's entrance. And for dessert? No place will hit the spot like Jaxson's Ice Cream Parlor & Restaurant . Welcome to Fort Lauderdale and enjoy!

Jaxson's Ice Cream Parlor & Restaurant

Jaxson's Ice Cream Parlour and Restaurant in Dania Beach, just a couple of miles from Port Everglades, is a local favorite and truly a legendary and unique eatery with ice cream which is made on the premises and a food menu of family-favorites. Their out-of-this-world ice cream and tantalizing toppings are prepared daily on the premises using the freshest dairy cream, berries, and nuts. Jaxson's sodas, sundaes and other ice cream treats are topped with real whipped cream. Besides the endless ice cream options, Jaxson's offers a delightful menu of great salads, burgers, hot dogs, wraps, chicken and cold sandwiches. This playful and eclectic restaurant has been featured on The Food Network's Top 5 "Cool Quenchers" and will be featured on an episode of "Unwrapped". It is also home to one of the nation's largest collections of rural American memorabilia. Take your time to look at this world-class automobile license plate collection from every state, which has been put together by Udell himself, and browse through the fascinating gift shop when you walk in and take home a t-shirt or other souvenir. This is definitely a part of the Fort Lauderdale experience.

Recommended for Restaurants near Cruise Port because : Jaxon's is a part of the fabric of Fort Lauderdale and is a local legend.

Local Expert tip : While it's well worth it, be prepared as the ice cream is a bit pricey.

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Lester's Diner

With three locations in South Florida and one just outside the entrance to Port Everglades, the legendary Lester's Diner has been around for over 40 years and for good reason. With prime locations, prime food and prime service, Lester's is where locals know to go for the best in a great diner-type breakfast. Infamous for the 14-oz. coffee, top it off and dive into that delicious stack of pancakes, Belgian Waffles, enticing French Toast or an endless array of omelets. Also try the bagels, Gyro & Two Eggs or the "LEO", which stands for Lox, Eggs and Onion, or perhaps the always-favorite Eggs Benedict, all prepared just as they should be.

Recommended for Restaurants near Cruise Port because : For a hearty, old-fashioned diner meal — it's got to be Lester's.

Local Expert tip : The Downtown locations is just blocks from Port Everglades and the airport, so it's the perfect spot to stop once you arrive.

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Tom Jenkins' Bar-B-Q

Tom Jenkins' Bar-B-Q is known for its succulent ribs and famous BBQ sauce, this cozy eatery bustles with families dining at picnic tables and boasts that this is a taste that you will never forget. Classic soul food dishes such as collard greens, mac'n'cheese, baked beans, corn bread and sweet potato pie complement the meat. Before you leave, be sure to grab a bottle of Jenkins' signature sauce to take home. So, as the friendly staff puts out the invitation to put on your comfy casual clothes and get to know your neighbor at their Southern style restaurant where everybody is family.

Recommended for Restaurants near Cruise Port because : One of the best restaurants for great bar-b-que and just a couple of miles from Port Everglades.

Local Expert tip : Well known for its sauce, take home a bottle.

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Bistro Mezzaluna

Trendy and festive best describe this Italian restaurant, which has plentiful portions that are creatively presented. Not the place for a quiet, intimate dinner, this bistro is known for its upbeat late-night crowd. If you like a party atmosphere and you want the best veal chop in the city, this is your place. Voted the "best chop" several years running, this dish is huge, tender, and flavorful. Served with roast garlic and wine reduction along with fantastic mashed potatoes and vegetables. This is a meal fit for a king or queen. Upscale casual attire. Reservations accepted only for parties of six or more.

Recommended for Restaurants near Cruise Port because : Classic Italian favorites with an upscale atmosphere in a convenient location.

Local Expert tip : Convenient website to make reservations and plan your evening and plenty of parking.

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Tropical Acres Steakhouse

Family-owned and operated since opening its doors in 1949, and under the management of the family's third and fourth generation, Tropical Acres Steakhouse comes highly recommended by locals and tourists alike. Broward's oldest steak and seafood restaurant, there is no doubt they are the experts. Voted South Florida's Best Steakhouse and also awarded with the Sun Sentinel's Grade A Rating, Tropical Acres Steakhouse is known for serving the finest steaks and seafood in a clean, cozy and fun atmosphere. This is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal on any occasion, including weddings. Specialties include everything from rich Gorgonzola toast and buttery escargot to saut� frog legs, original crab cakes and succulent steak au poivre.

Recommended for Restaurants near Cruise Port because : A local mainstay for over sixty years with a local A Rating makes this a must-do.

Local Expert tip : Pencil in a visit to this Fort Lauderdale tradition. Great for the entire family.

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15th Street Fisheries

Voted Best Waterfront Restaurant in South Florida in a 2011 Sun-Sentinel Readers Poll, 15th Street Fisheries has rustic charm and waterfront views that make this Lauderdale Marina seafood house a popular destination. Take advantage of its unique location in this most famous nautical landmark to arrive in a car or a boat. There is no better way to enjoy this restaurant's many choices of fabulous seafood, drink specials, and their $5 Happy Hour menu, which includes chicken wings, calamarie, mini burgers and conch fritters, than in its ideal location right on the waterway near the amazing 17th Street Causeway drawbridge and Port Everglades inlet to the Atlantic Ocean.

Recommended for Restaurants near Cruise Port because : Combines great seafood with waterfront views and a stellar reputation.

Local Expert tip : Find out what the locals know about this great seafood restaurant!

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Chuck's Steakhouse

Dining at Chuck's Steakhouse is one of those great experiences that is unforgettable. Diners tell their friends and family of the incredible food and great service, and it isn't long before they show up, too. If a juicy cooked-to-order steak is what you're craving, Chuck's Steakhouse is the place to go. Chuck's opened its Florida location in the late 1970's and continues to offer a family-friendly neighborhood atmosphere, knowledgeable and dedicated staff and the finest aged Western choice beef available. Steak options include the Porterhouse Steak, Top Sirloin, Filet and Prime Rib, alongside other menu musts like house-made fish dip and Black Diamond Tuna. Unmistakably one of Fort Lauderdale's most treasured eateries, Chuck's Steakhouse will continue their proud tradition for many generations to come.

Recommended for Restaurants near Cruise Port because : A genuine steakhouse that meets diner's expectations every time.

Local Expert tip : There's a good reason that this steakhouse has been successful for so long. You'll soon see why.

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Grille 66 & Bar

No question about it, this enchanting local favorite waterfront steakhouse exudes luxury. Located in the Hyatt, Grill 66 offers balcony dining that overlooks the Intracoastal Waterway. Available for the boating enthusiasts who want to arrive in style is a convenient 400 foot dock. The award-winning menu offers popular appetizers such as crispy shrimp and calamari, filet mignon carpaccio, and a charcuterie platter. Main course offerings include lobster, crab cakes, veal and lamb chops in case a strip steak, filet mignon or porterhouse doesn't do the trick. Artfully prepared potatoes and green veggies provide a satisfying accompaniments to the meat. Grill 66 & Bar has set a new standard in Fort Lauderdale for the finest in steakhouses.

Recommended for Restaurants near Cruise Port because : Great food, great views and a place where diners can arrive by boat!

Local Expert tip : Great steaks with great views of all things Fort Lauderdale.

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25 Best Waterfront Restaurants In Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale has many names. Some refer to it as the Venice of America, and others call it the Florida Riviera. For us, it's known as a delicious place to eat. Just 30 miles north of the cultural and culinary hub of Miami, Fort Lauderdale benefits greatly from the close proximity to the Magic City. Urban creep has led to a blossoming restaurant scene, where a mix of fresh concepts from talented chefs exists beside tried and true staples. With over 300 miles of Intracoastal canals and 24 miles of beachfront, there is also an abundance of waterfront restaurants in Fort Lauderdale.

While waterfront dining isn't hard to find in Fort Lauderdale, not every restaurant with a view has a menu that's worth dropping your hard-earned dollars on. With that in mind, we spent two weeks in the area researching eateries, both old and new. The result is a collection of restaurants offering exciting takes on Peruvian, Italian, and other international cuisines, traditional American cooking, and bushels of fresh, local seafood.

1. The House on the River

Having opened in May 2023, The House on the River is one of the newest additions to waterfront dining in Fort Lauderdale. Thanks to recently renovated historic digs and a verdant atmosphere, it has quickly become a destination for refined brunches, sophisticated high tea service, and aesthetic dinners.

Shrimp and crab squid ink tagliatelle share a menu with a thick pork chop overtop mushroom and red wine cream sauce. However, it's an expansive collection of seafood-focused small plates that brings the abundance of the region into focus.

thehouseontheriver.com   (954) 825-2929 301 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

2. Cafe Bastille

Cafe Bastille's Fort Lauderdale outpost is the second location for the French duo Estelle Bellegy and Benjamin Amsallem. The all-day cafe and bakery takes inspiration from the pair's travels throughout Paris and the rest of their mother country, with omelets, Benedicts, French toast, and a delicious assortment of pastries gracing the menu. 

A sweet pancake section features red velvet and dulce de leche flavors. Perched alongside the edge of the flowing Himmarshee Canal, a bite of these breakfast delights evokes as much romanticism as if you were beside the Seine. 

cafebastilledowntown.com (786) 425-3575 704 SE 1st St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

3. Southport Raw Bar & Restaurant

Set at the end of a canal offshooting the Stranahan River, Southport Raw Bar & Restaurant operates from a primo location, which it has done since time immemorial. (The company history marks the current iteration of the bar as having been born in the 1970s; however, the building has been serving food since long before that decade.)

These days, the back deck offers a dining opportunity that is simple, with no frills and a salt-of-the-sea character. It's highlighted by raw or fried clams, Old Bay-steamed shrimp by the half-pound, and fresh oysters on the half-shell.

southportrawbar.com (954) 525-2526 1536 Cordova Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

4. 15th Street Fisheries

15th Street Fisheries is on-sight dining for the Lauderdale Marina. As far as the waterfront dining goes, the restaurant is split in two, with an upscale eatery claiming the top floor and the Fisheries Dockside inhabiting a more casual experience alongside the Stranahan River. Both menus include a wide array of fish-focused food, from Prince Edward Island mussels to Florida bayou fried gator.

Humans aren't the only ones who get to fill their bellies at 15th Street Fisheries. A lower dock is home to schools of tarpon fish, which diners can feed by purchasing shrimp from a nearby dockside store. 

15streetfisheries.com (954) 763-2777 1900 SE 15th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

5. Olive & Sea

2023 was a booming year for the growth of waterfront restaurants in Fort Lauderdale. Olive & Sea, which blossomed into being at the mouth of Lake Mabel, was a cutting-edge addition. Replete with tasteful design features like a mosaic-laid brick oven and an outsized tropical mural, the restaurant adds a flood of worldliness to your Intracoastal dining options.

The food of chef Miguel Toro Franco is brought forth from a completely open kitchen and inspired by the flavors and styles of the East Mediterranean and the Middle East. Take the Village Table as your option for a shared feast, and don't miss out on wildly fluffy laffa bread crust pizzas. 

oliveandseaftl.com (954) 527-6716 1881 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

6. Riva at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa

Hotel dining can be hit or miss, and sometimes, accommodation-based restaurants succumb to the pitfall of prioritizing convenience or ambiance over producing an exceptional meal. With the unparalleled oceanside views available from Riva at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa, you'd probably be happy with eating a shoe. Fortunately, the food is given proper consideration, and nothing on the menu comes close to tasting like feet.

Instead, a consistent, quality meal of classic American dishes awaits. It's a premium spot for breakfast or Sunday brunch, including three-egg omelets, Belgian waffles, and a silky-smooth lobster Benedict.     

(954) 766-3100 3030 Holiday Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

7. Coconuts

A visit to Coconuts is a must for diners in Fort Lauderdale, but a table is harder to come by. And who would want to leave? The restaurant is nestled alongside the New River Sound, so it's easy to spend hours watching mega-yachts and fishing boats float along the Intracoastal as you enjoy the copious, well-priced food.

You'll want to dive into the ultra-fresh ceviche, but if you are in need of something even more substantial, watch out for the seafood tower. The tall spire of choice raw bar sea fare is easy to mistake for the towering bridge of an oncoming boat.    

coconutsfortlauderdale.com (954) 525-2421 429 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

8. Primanti Bros. Pizza & Grill

Although Primanti's is a nationwide chain that calls Pittsburgh home, the pizza joint is a low-key spot that fits right into the waterfront dining environment of Fort Lauderdale. The only thing that separates it from the ocean is A1A. Like the cars traveling down this famous beachside road, your trip to Primanti Bros. Pizza & Grill can also be breezy.

Stop in for a large (and we mean large) slice of saucy, old Italy-style pizza. Pick up a deli-fashioned sandwich. Add a cold glass of white wine. Primanti's is a classic and casual food shop for the everyday beachgoer.

primantibros.com   (954) 565-0605 901 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Chef Danny Kou isn't only a native of Lima, Peru — he is one of the country's greatest culinary ambassadors. Having studied first in the kitchen of his family's restaurants before going on to train at Le Cordon Bleu in Los Angeles, Kou has served in many different roles across the industry, including as the executive chef of La Mar by Gaston Acurio in San Francisco.

The Fort Lauderdale location of Kousine is a culmination of his experience and expertise. Naturally, the menu — a mix of Asian and Peruvian dishes — is loaded with ceviches. But it also features tiraditos, another raw form of seafood that is a must-have. Just steps away from the beach, the smells of the food and the fresh sea breeze pair effortlessly.

kousine.com (954) 787-5364 841 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

10. Thai on the Beach

Thai on the Beach is located on the second floor of a beachside A1A building, just above Primanti Bros. Pizza & Grill. From this crow's nest height, diners have an excellent view of the ocean from which their seafood comes. 

Along with a mix of fresh sushi rolls (obviously not Thai), the menu also includes various versions of traditional street food dishes, soups, and noodles. The only better view to eat a tangy bowl of tom yum would be at the real Pattaya Beach. 

thaionthebeach.com   (954) 565-0015 901 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, 2nd Floor, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Truth be told, MAASS fits into the category of Fort Lauderdale's waterfront restaurants more through proximity to the ocean than it does through any particularly stunning views. You get the sense of the ocean being just outside, but it's not in full view.

Instead, fine food is a higher priority than watching the swells, and a Michelin-quality kitchen focused on wood-fired techniques delivers waves of flavor in its place. A scallop crudo with smoked vinegar is flavorful enough to be an entree, but the five-spice roasted duck has wings of its own.

maassftl.com   (954) 256-0000 525 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Some cuisines are better with an ocean view. Japanese is certainly one of them. Takato steps into that pairing but also combines Korean influences into its fusion menu, as well. In fact, everything seems to blur borders here, as the indoor and outdoor dining area makes it easy to view the sea or feel like a part of it.

Along with food offerings that see wagyu galbi sliders and short rib jabche sharing space with agemono and sushi, the drink menu also leans into the playful immersion of multiple cultures. The Japanese Hugo (St-Germain, sake, shiso, and Prosecco) is one example.

takatorestaurant.com   (954) 414-5160 551 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

13. Lona Cocina & Tequileria

Well known for his restaurant Amaranta in his home state of Toluca de Lerdo, Mexico, chef Pablo Salas also heads the Fort Lauderdale-based Lona Cocina & Tequileria. The beachfront eatery has an array of lunch, dinner, and happy hour foods that are steeped in Mexican tradition but served with a modern flair. 

One such example, the shredded duck carnitas, comes with a pink mole balanced with spice from a chile de arbol vinaigrette. Though the food is outstanding, the restaurant's tequila and mezcal choices are the true draw and include rare varieties of Del Maguey, such as the brand's infamous pechuga.

lonarestaurant.com   (954) 245-3069 321 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

14. Burlock Coast at the Ritz-Carlton

Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert, Burlock Coast's cathedral interior — which is part of The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale — adds a feeling of continuity between the crashing waves and the endless sky just beyond its walls. To find even more harmony between the restaurant and the natural world, take your meal on the patio section.

Start by ordering up some Middleneck clams sourced from Florida waters (the Sebastian Inlet), which are doused in an herbaceous green sauce. A vegetal, coriander-crusted wahoo is another of the many local catches you'll want to try at this seafood-focused hotel eatery. 

burlockcoast.com (954) 302-6460 1 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

15. Serafina

If there is any restaurant on this list that helps to make Fort Lauderdale feel closer to the Venice of America it's regarded as, that would be Serafina. The trattoria-style restaurant stands alongside the Intracoastal Canal, and though you won't see any stripe-shirted gondoliers, it presents Northern Italian cuisine to match the environment.

Word on the water is that the charred octopus with orange vinaigrette is a sweet and tangy plate to try. The mahi-mahi Adriatico, studded with artichoke and capers and dressed in white wine and lemon sauce, also comes highly recommended. 

serabythewater.com   (954) 463-2566 926 NE 20th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

16. Rivertail

Rivertail is set a bit further inland than many of Fort Lauderdale's other waterfront dining restaurants. It sits along the New River and, even better, is right off the Riverwalk, a pedestrian parkway that has walkable views of the waterway. Whether you end up at Rivertail after a float downstream or a sweet stroll down the path, make sure you come hungry.

James Beard Award-nominated chef José Mendín has constructed a menu that blends the fresh seafood traditions of the region with a wide, global outlook. You can find crab donuts or ceviche taquitos, seafood nachos, or kimchi al ajillo-topped prawns and grits. Although everything is executed sharply, nothing at Rivertail is taken too seriously.

rivertailftl.com (954) 306-2665 4 W Las Olas Blvd, Ste 120, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

17. Pirate Republic

Hang out by Florida's coastal waters long enough, and you're bound to find a restaurant or two that leans into the pirates association. Most often, these places have the decor and a Caribbean-inspired menu to match the theme. By expanding the menu's focus further throughout the global South, the folks at Pirate Republic avoid the Disneyfication of buccaneer culture and geography.

Caipirinhas flow from the bar. The menu boasts Puerto Rican asopado de mariscos , a seafood mix cooked with bell peppers, brandy, and a boatload of savory spices. Jamaican-style escovitch can be added to your fried red snapper, but maybe the biggest draw is a Brazilian mixed seafood stew called moqueca. Along with prawn and calamari, it introduces an equatorial taste with coconut milk and palm oil.  

piraterepublicseafood.com   (954) 761-3500 400 SW 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315

Kaluz has several establishments throughout the region, but none of these restaurants have a view like its Fort Lauderdale location. Tucked beneath the Commercial Boulevard Bridge, diners have a prime location for watching Intracoastal traffic drift past. The traditional American menu, full of flatbreads, grilled steaks, and seared seafood, is made for the whole family (there's a kids menu, as well). 

Plan to stop by for a happy hour, which goes on at the outside bar tops Monday-Friday. On offer is an affordably priced collection of small bites that includes smoked salmon dip, crabcake sliders, and draft beers under $5.

kaluzrestaurant.com   (954) 772-2209 3300 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

19. Blue Moon Fish Co.

Catty-cornered to the Commercial Boulevard Bridge, diners can discover a refined and upscale eatery in Blue Moon Fish Co. The restaurant's priority in forming relationships with local seafood vendors can be tasted in its firecracker oysters, seafood gumbo, and seared yellowtail snapper with corn pudding. 

A visit to Blue Moon unveils some of the freshest jumbo stone crab claws in the city, and a whiskey-buttered swordfish filet proves the kitchen staff isn't just letting the seafood do all the work. If seafood isn't your game, the turf side of the menu has its highlights, as well. Roasted lamb chop with sweet and sour pomegranate demi adds a flair of diverse flavor to an already stacked menu.

bluemoonfishco.com   (954) 267-9888 4405 W Tradewinds Ave, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL 33308

20. Sea Watch on the Ocean

As a truly historic restaurant founded in 1974, Sea Watch on the Ocean is an incomparable destination for dining on Florida's coast. Large bay windows look out on the beach, where dunes, greenery, and a cleverly angled dining room separate your eye line from any trace of development. It encourages full visual immersion into the waterfront dining. The food, which is a natural collection of regional offerings, completes the sensory experience.

Although Sea Watch does offer lunch and brunch menus, the tastefully designed dining room is an uber-romantic spot for sunset dining. The broiled grouper drips with umami, imparted by capers, anchovy, and a pungent Dijon mustard. Herb-decked seared scallops are another prime choice, topped with a fresh corn relish. Further down the menu, a decadent bouillabaisse is expertly prepared.

seawatchontheocean.com   (954) 781-2200 6002 N Ocean Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

21. Ocean2000 at Pelican Grand Beach Resort

Dramatic and sweeping ocean views await anyone who makes a reservation at Ocean2000, the in-house restaurant for the ocean-facing Pelican Grand Beach Resort. A stunning veranda offers plenty of seating with breakfast through dinner menus written to please. While we've never been particular fans of grilled octopus, the restaurant serves one with the light vegetal addition of green pea tendrils and a smooth provençale sauce that could convert staunch opponents.

Although the ahi tuna tartare might be calling your name, there are few opportunities to enjoy a sunrise breakfast as startling as what Ocean2000 offers. Service starts at 7:00 a.m., and if you can make it, blue crabcake Benedicts await.

pelicanbeach.com   (954) 556-7667 2000 N Ocean Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305

22. Shooters Waterfront

Although Shooters Waterfront has a modernist aesthetic of clean white and verdant green, there's nothing stuffy or sanitized about the place. A large back deck is just the place to get any evening off to the right start. Shooters' proximity to the Intracoastal promises to provide lots of fun boat watching, and a regular calendar full of events keeps things lively.

Perhaps one of the best things about Shooters is how many different eating experiences it offers. Want something romantic? Opt for private dining a stone's throw from the river. Planning for a large group? There are offerings for that, too. Shooters even has a menu for your dog, because you certainly will want the pup distracted so as to put all of your attention into your own plate of massive stone crab claws .

shooterswaterfront.com   (954) 566-2855 3033 NE 32nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

23. Casablanca Cafe

Between the historic digs and the evening piano bar, Casablanca Cafe is one of the more unique waterfront restaurants in Fort Lauderdale. It's set right at the one-way split of A1A, so traffic begins to move a bit slower here, making it easier to catch a glimpse of the Atlantic Ocean just beyond.

Along with breakfast, lunch, happy hour, and dinner menus (the pan-roasted mussels in chardonnay broth are a must), the all-day cafe offers a stable of reliable cocktails. The house sangria is an ideal mix, not too sugary, but a classic Havana mojito might convince you that Cuba's in sight.

casablancacafeonline.com   (954) 764-3500 3049 Alhambra St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

24. Houston's

From our experience, Houston's can be a polarizing pick. The location, technically in northern Pompano Beach, is one of several. The food served isn't necessarily groundbreaking, but maybe that's a good thing; Houston's is so close to the water that if any ground broke, it might just tumble into the canal. Instead, the menu focuses on a reliable collection of American cuisine.

Your biggest target at Houston's should well be any of the grilled options. The kitchen dishes out some exceptionally well-seared (and buttered) steaks, along with various grilled fish that are masterclasses in simplicity and the employment of blackening seasoning.

houstons.com   (954) 783-9499 2821 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL 33062

25. The Historic Downtowner

It would be hard to make a listing of Fort Lauderdale's significant waterfront restaurants without mentioning The Historic Downtowner. The family restaurant is stationed in a business location that can trace its history back to the 1920s. As it stands, the current iteration has been serving food to the local community for 20+ years. With Riverwalk accessibility and New River views, it's a simple place to find yourself going with the flow.

Regardless of whether it's a weekend night or a group of vacationers having lunch, there's a convivial atmosphere at the Downtowner. Try the dolphin fingers, a dish of blackened mahi-mahi nuggets, and you'll also find yourself dancing with delight. The salmon Rockefeller provides a nice fork-and-knife twist on the typical oyster dish, but outside of seafood, this restaurant puts some Southern gumption into its baby back ribs . 

thehistoricdowntowner.com (954) 463-9800 10 S New River Dr E, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Our methodology

To find the best waterfront restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, we opted for direct experience, spending approximately two weeks in the city for research. We began our time there by contacting a handful of residents and developing a list of where the locals like to eat. From there, we built a list of all waterfront restaurants, both on the beach and the banks of the Intracoastal highway. The list was narrowed down using research on diner review sites. Once it reached a manageable size, we sampled dishes in as many of these locations as possible.

The criteria for our picks were simple. We looked for eateries that offered great views along the ocean or canal fronts. The views, however, could not come at the expense of a delicious menu. Fresh seafood options were a large priority, though the expanded selections (happy hour, beverage lists, and non-seafood options) weren't ignored. Additionally, the restaurant concept and accessibility to the public (some of these spots are hotel-based) were also taken into consideration.

Port Everglades cruise port: A guide to cruising from Fort Lauderdale

With 10 cruise lines sailing out of Port Everglades (and more to come) and 3 million-plus passengers annually, Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is the third busiest in the country — behind PortMiami and Port Canaveral (near Orlando).

Ships sail from Port Everglades mainly to the Bahamas , Mexico and the Caribbean , but many travelers choose to make Fort Lauderdale's world-famous beaches and waterways part of their vacation plans with pre- and post-cruise stays.

Arguably one of the best aspects of flying into and sailing out of Fort Lauderdale is the fact that Port Everglades is conveniently located less than 2 miles from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). In fact, it's the closest cruise port to any airport in the country, which makes it easy to access for out-of-towners who want to fly in and cruise out on the same day.

Port Everglades is also an easy port to depart from on debarkation day because passengers can use Global Entry and the Mobile Passport Control app to skip long customs queues at the terminal.

If you've booked a cruise sailing out of Port Everglades, this is your guide to everything you need to know about cruising from Fort Lauderdale. Discover which airport is best, which hotels to book and where to park, eat, shop and explore with your extra time in Fort Lauderdale.

All you have to worry about is enjoying the vistas of Fort Lauderdale's sandy shoreline as your ship sails out to sea.

Port Everglades cruise port overview

Port everglades cruise terminal information.

Address : 1850 Eller Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Number of terminals : 8

Each cruise terminal is fully accessible, and parking fees are waived at all Port Everglades lots and garages for disabled persons driving their vehicles to the port.

Luggage storage is not available at the port.

Cruise lines sailing from Port Everglades

Terminal 2 : Princess Cruises Terminal 4 : Disney Cruise Line Terminal 18 : Royal Caribbean Terminal 19 : Holland America Terminal 21 : Holland America and Princess Cruises Terminal 25 : Celebrity Cruises Terminal 26 : Holland America Terminal 29 : Celebrity Cruises, Holland America and Royal Caribbean

Other cruise lines sailing out of Port Everglades include Azamara, Crystal, Cunard, Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, Silversea and Viking. These ships are slotted to sail out of available terminals.

To access the cruise schedule, download the CruiseSchedule Port Everglades app .

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Airports near Fort Lauderdale cruise port

Cruisers sailing out of Port Everglades have two major South Florida airport options when booking flights: Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Miami International Airport (MIA).

Most travelers prefer to fly into FLL because it's so close to Port Everglades, making transfers much quicker and cheaper than from MIA. In fact, it's possible to book a same-day flight and get to your ship within an hour of your flight landing.

MIA offers more daily flights on the whole. If you're flying in from overseas, MIA also offers more international flight options. Miami's airport might also be more appealing if you're a member of an airline loyalty program or a cardholder who wants to prioritize lounge access.

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the nearest airport to Port Everglades. Only 1.8 miles away, it's the closest airport to a cruise port in the country. Major carriers, including Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Silver Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, all fly into Fort Lauderdale's airport.

If you need to kill time between the cruise disembarkation and your flight time, the airport offers a United Club Lounge and a Delta Sky Club for passengers of those airlines, as well as an Escape Lounge in Terminal 3 that's open to all travelers in that terminal for a fee. FLL does not have a Priority Pass lounge , but Priority Pass members with restaurant perks get a dining discount at the Kafe Kalik restaurant in Terminal 4. (This perk might not be available to travelers with a membership through certain credit cards.)

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Miami International Airport

About 40 minutes away from the Fort Lauderdale cruise port (often longer during rush hour), Miami International Airport (MIA) serves ​​most major airlines, including Alaska, American, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit, Sun Country Airlines and United.

At MIA, lounge options include an American Airlines Admirals Club and a Flagship Lounge, a Delta Sky Club, an Amex Centurion Lounge for holders of The Platinum Card® from American Express and a Priority Pass lounge called Club America. To get access, you can buy a Priority Pass membership or hold a credit card that offers a membership, such as the Chase Sapphire Reserve® or the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card .

How to get to the Fort Lauderdale cruise port

Cruise line transfers

Cruise lines often offer transfers from the airport to the cruise port, but they're usually only available on the day the ship departs. A cruise line transfer wouldn't be an option for guests flying in earlier.

Cruise line transfers are priced per person, so if you're traveling with a group from nearby Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, it would be cheaper to split a taxi or an Uber or Lyft instead.

Transportation from FLL to Port Everglades through Disney Cruise Line, for example, is $45 per person each way. The cruise line doesn't offer transfers from MIA.

Hotel shuttles

Several hotels in the area offer shuttles to the airport for $8 to $15 per person, with select hotels offering complimentary shuttle service to the cruise port.

For more information on hotel options with free or paid shuttles, see the hotel section below.

Independent airport shuttles

Private shuttle companies like Go Airport and South Florida Shuttles offer shared rides from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Port Everglades from $15 to $27 per person. Shared shuttles to the Fort Lauderdale port are not typically available from Miami International Airport.

Independent van and car services

Companies like South Florida Elite Shuttle, Fort Lauderdale Airport Shuttle and Go Airport also offer private cars or vans to Port Everglades from both FLL and MIA.

Transportation from nearby FLL ranges from $65 for three people and three pieces of luggage to $105 for up to 10 passengers and 10 bags with Go Airport. Pricing starts upward of $120 from MIA.

Taxis and ride-hailing services

The average taxi fare from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Port Everglades is $20. To take a cab from the airport, exit your terminal on the arrivals level and follow the wayfinding signs to the nearest taxi stand.

Ride-hailing services from FLL, like Uber and Lyft, are typically slightly cheaper, often starting as low as $10. This rate can spike during periods of surge pricing, such as when everyone is disembarking the ship and calling for cars at the same time.

If you're heading to the port from Miami International Airport, the taxi fare to Port Everglades can run upward of $100 one-way. Exit baggage claim to find a taxi on the ground arrivals level.

Uber, on the other hand, can start around $55 for UberX, $70 for Comfort and $100 for Uber XL if you need to fit up to six people and more luggage. Pickup zones for ride-hailing services are stationed outside doors 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 11, 15, 20 and 23 on the ground arrivals level. Stand and wait at the middle median.

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Public transportation from nearby airports

From FLL : Broward County's Route 1 bus service from the Fort Lauderdale airport stops at the Northport section of Port Everglades on SE 17th Street. The bus stop is located at the Rental Car Center, Stop G, at the airport.

From MIA : You can take the Tri-Rail train from Miami International Airport to the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport station, with free shuttle buses to the airport terminals. Continue on the bus route above to Port Everglades.

Port Everglades cruise port parking

On-site parking

Port Everglades has two on-site parking garages and three parking lots providing more than 5,500 parking spaces for cruisegoers.

Heron Parking Garage serves Terminals 2 and 4 (with an air-conditioned elevated passenger bridge on the fifth floor that leads directly to Terminal 2), while Palm Parking Garage serves Terminals 19, 21, 25, 26 and 29 with shuttle service to Terminal 29.

Additionally, Lot A serves Terminals 19 and 26, Lot B serves Terminals 18 and 19, and Lot C serves Terminal 18.

Port Everglades' on-site parking costs $20 per day or $25 for oversized vehicles. If you're parking for less than a day, it's $4 for the first hour and $8 for up to five hours.

Park-and-cruise

Beyond the port, several private parking lots provide shuttle service to the cruise port. One of the cheapest park-and-cruise lot options is Park by the Ports, which offers parking rates starting at $9.99 per day. The shuttle is free for the first four passengers and is only about a 10-minute ride to the port.

Park 'N Go is another reliable option only a few blocks from the port. It has 24-hour staff and free on-demand shuttles to the port that will meet you at your vehicle. This lot starts as low as $10 per day if you reserve online in advance.

With both of these options, reservations are the only way to guarantee yourself a parking spot, but they do accept drive-ups as well.

Tropical Airport Parking is a unique option that lets you park your car at hotels with unused parking spaces. Their prices start at only $7.45 per day, and you must reserve a space in advance. The shuttle to the cruise port costs extra depending on which hotel you choose, so compare the total price to other options when you're deciding where to park.

Various hotels also offer park-and-cruise arrangements where you can keep your car at the hotel for the duration of your cruise if you stay for at least a night. SpringHill Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port currently offers a hotel package that includes a complimentary round-trip airport shuttle and up to 14 nights of parking for one vehicle (the shuttle to the cruise port is extra).

In other cases, the price for parking is separate from the overnight hotel rate but is usually much cheaper than parking at the cruise port and makes the most sense if you already were planning a precruise hotel stay. Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale Airport North Cruise Port and Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port, for example, offer post-checkout parking for hotel guests for only $5 to $10 per night and a paid shuttle to the cruise port.

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Hotels near Port Everglades cruise port

Hilton hotels

Some of the closest hotels to Port Everglades are located along the 17th Street Causeway, such as the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina and the Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale 17th Street.

The all-suite Embassy Suites hotel (starting around 42,000 Hilton Honors points per night) is a great family-friendly choice because of its spacious rooms and free made-to-order breakfast. It also offers a complimentary evening reception with snacks and drinks.

For more of a resort experience without sacrificing proximity to the port, the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina (starting around 31,000 points per night) covers transportation to the beach and beach towels in its resort fee. It also offers a rooftop restaurant with views of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, a heated outdoor pool and pool bar, and a lobby lounge and coffee shop. A third-party company offers transportation between the hotel and Port Everglades for $11 per person.

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Marriott hotels

If you're looking for a more upscale stay on the beach before or after your cruise, check out one of Marriott Bonvoy 's luxury hotel options on Fort Lauderdale Beach.

The elegant Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale (starting around 59,500 points per night) offers luxurious amenities, such as oceanfront dining at Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits and a serene beachfront spa. The chic and ultra-modern W Fort Lauderdale (starting around 42,000 points per night) is famed for its Wet Deck pool five floors above the ocean and nightlife at Living Room.

Hyatt hotels

The Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Airport — South & Cruise Port (starting around 9,000 points per night) is a great value hotel option within five minutes of Port Everglades. The family-friendly hotel provides free continental breakfast, an outdoor pool, a gym and a shuttle to the cruise port for $9 per person.

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Non-points hotels

If you're looking for an affordable, no-frills place to stay overnight before your cruise, Red Carpet Inn Airport/Cruise Port Fort Lauderdale is a budget-friendly hotel about 10 minutes from Port Everglades that offers free shuttles to and from the airport and cruise port.

The free shuttle runs to the airport from 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., and you can schedule your shuttle to Port Everglades at check-in. The hotel also offers complimentary parking during your stay and a park-and-cruise rate of $10 per day of your cruise.

Another popular value hotel with a free airport and cruise shuttle, Rodeway Inn & Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port also offers complimentary breakfast with your stay.

For an extended beach escape, book a stay at the secluded Pelican Grand Beach Resort, the only resort that's located directly on the beach in Fort Lauderdale. This luxury boutique hotel on the quieter end of the beach offers relaxing amenities like an oceanfront zero-entry pool, a lazy river and its own private stretch of shoreline.

Restaurants near Port Everglades cruise port

Fort Lauderdale's most popular dining destination, Las Olas Boulevard, is known as downtown's main drag of sidewalk cafes, bars, shops and art galleries. You'll find everything from seafood and steakhouses to tacos, burgers and American bar food. A personal favorite is Louie Bossi's Ristorante, a high-energy Italian spot for handcrafted pastas, Neapolitan pizzas and an impromptu round of bocce in the outdoor courtyard.

For the local experience, you might enjoy breakfast on the beach at Casablanca Cafe, a restaurant and piano bar in a restored historic home. If it's lunch or dinnertime before the sun goes down, grab a seafood-centric meal at a waterfront institution along the Intracoastal Waterway, like Coconuts or Boatyard, or head to Boathouse at the Riverside for a view of the New River.

Looking for evening drinks or a morning coffee before boarding your ship? Flagler Village is a trendy neighborhood in a former warehouse district with several local breweries and artisan coffee shops.

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Things to do in Fort Lauderdale before or after your cruise

Visit the beach

Most visitors to Fort Lauderdale come for the beach, and Fort Lauderdale Beach along state Road A1A is sure to impress — whether you want to soak up some sun from the sand, take a splash in the Atlantic or drive along state Road A1A for views of the ocean right from your car.

About 15 minutes south, you can explore Hollywood Beach, which feels like a small beach town with a 2.5-mile stretch of pedestrian promenade called the Broadwalk. Watch the joggers and cyclists go by, or join in yourself.

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Ride the Water Taxi

With an extensive system of canals and waterways, Fort Lauderdale is known as the Venice of America for good reason. The Water Taxi will take you along the Intracoastal Waterway on a route behind some of Fort Lauderdale's most stunning waterfront mansions.

It stops along the way at popular attractions, hotels and waterfront restaurants. Hop off at 15th Street Fisheries or Shooters Waterfront for a classic South Florida seafood meal.

Hit the slots

If you want to continue gambling after your cruise, Broward County is home to a few major casinos that attract tourists and locals alike.

About 15 minutes west of the port in Hollywood, the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and its adjacent Guitar Hotel feel like two Las Vegas resorts in the middle of South Florida, with a casino connecting the two properties. Across the two music-themed luxury hotels, guests can enjoy the spa, various shops, a lagoon-style pool with cabanas, more than a dozen restaurants and multiple nightclubs, bars and lounges. The Hard Rock Live entertainment venue often hosts concerts and other acts like comedians.

Stay for the nighttime light show from the Guitar Hotel that's choreographed to different songs. Six beams of light project 20,000 feet into the sky, representing the strings of a guitar neck. The Guitar Hotel's grand entrance also features a 35-foot-tall central waterfall called The Oculus with another musical light show that runs every 20 minutes.

Farther south in Hallandale Beach (about 30 minutes from Port Everglades), Gulfstream Park is a horse racing track and casino that's home to equestrian events like the Pegasus World Cup. The complex also has an array of shops, restaurants and entertainment like nightclubs and a karaoke venue.

Shopping near Fort Lauderdale cruise port

If you're looking for last-minute cruise necessities like sunscreen or snacks, visit a pharmacy like Walgreens or CVS near Port Everglades on U.S. Highway 1 or 17th Street Causeway. The Harbor Shops is also a convenient nearby shopping plaza with a Publix Supermarket and a Total Wine if you want to grab a bottle of wine to bring on board.

Las Olas Boulevard is an outdoor shopping and entertainment district with boutique shops, art galleries, sidewalk cafes and bars. It stretches from downtown Fort Lauderdale to the beach on state Road A1A, and it's the perfect place to stroll for the afternoon, shop after you disembark or wander the evening before you board.

For a more traditional shopping mall experience, head to The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, an upscale shopping center with more than 100 retail shops, including Macy's, Michael Kors, H&M and Free People.

Farther away but a worthwhile destination for bargain hunters, Sawgrass Mills is one of the world's largest outlet malls. The sprawling shopping center with more than 400 shops and restaurants is about a 20- to 30-minute drive from the cruise port.

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Bistro 17 is our signature restaurant serving modern American fare with a tropical Floridian flair. Start your day in Fort Lauderdale with delicious breakfasts or stop by the restaurant in the evening for casual dinners at a communal table.

Unwind indoors or poolside with light restaurant cuisine and specialty drinks at R Lounge. This spot by the Marina is the perfect place to gather with friends after a busy day on the pier or in downtown Fort Lauderdale.

Coffee House

At La Colombe Coffee Bar, find more than a delicious cup of coffee. We combined the R Lounge atmosphere with a craft coffee bar to deliver an unscripted Port Everglades experience. Sit back, relax and watch the world go by.

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16 SW 9th St cost $1,925 per month. Located at 16 Sw 9th St, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33315, USA, 16 SW 9th St has 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Fort Lauderdale, renting an apartment at 16 SW 9th St is 34% cheaper per month. Other apartment buildings in or around Fort Lauderdale include but are not limited to: 7505 Nw 44th St , 6351 Palm Trace Landings Dr , 3711 W State Road 84 , 1155 Se 7th Ave

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2-bedroom apartments at 16 SW 9th St cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Tarpon River .

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Schools near 16 SW 9th St

Croissant park elementary school.

1800 sw 4th ave

fort lauderdale, FL, 33315

Seagull School

425 sw 28th st

UCP Early Beginnings

3117 sw 13th ct

ft lauderdale, FL, 33312

Wingate Oaks Center

1211 nw 33rd ter

fort lauderdale, FL, 33311

Pine Ridge Alternative Center

1251 sw 42nd ave

fort lauderdale, FL, 33317

Whiddon Rodgers Education Center

700 sw 26th st

AMIkids of Greater Fort Lauderdale

3220 sw 4th ave

ft lauderdale, FL, 33315

Pace Center for Girls - Broward

2225 n andrews ave

wilton manors, FL, 33311

Stranahan High School

1800 sw 5th pl

fort lauderdale, FL, 33312

Trinity Lutheran Academy

110 sw 11th street

Charter School of Excellence

1217 se 3rd ave

fort lauderdale, FL, 33316

Bethany Christian School

880 so. federal highway

Happyland Day School

401 se 15th ave

fort lauderdale, FL, 33301

St. Anthony School

820 ne 3rd st

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Cuisine (20 of 50), 64 restaurants available nearby, 1. cooper's hawk winery & restaurant - dania beach, 2. firebirds wood fired grill - dania beach, 3. padrino's dania beach, 4. cucina italiana dania beach, 5. moxies - fort lauderdale, 6. eddie v's - fort lauderdale, 7. timpano las olas, 8. lobster bar sea grille - fort lauderdale, 9. toro latin kitchen, 10. fogo de chão - fort lauderdale, dining near hilton garden inn fort lauderdaleairport/cruise port at a glance.

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• J Jacqueline San Francisco Bay Area • 1 review 5.0 Dined 3 days ago Excellent food! The pig roast is a very good deal. The service is great. Our server was very attentive and friendly. The food flavors and portions are very good. More info Padrino's Dania Beach $$ $$ Price: Moderate • Cuban • Dania Beach • 4.9
• R Ruqayyah New Orleans / Louisiana • 1 review 5.0 Dined 4 days ago Came for a family dinner for my birthday loved it! Food was great I got the chicken nachos and blackened shrimp tacos! Amazing! More info Moxies - Fort Lauderdale $$ $$ Price: Moderate • American • Downtown • 4.7
• OT OpenTable Diner vip Dallas - Fort Worth • 21 reviews 5.0 Dined 5 days ago The food was Great and the service was exceptional! More info Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Dania Beach $$ $$ Price: Moderate • Steakhouse • Dania Beach • 4.6
• V Valerie Fort Lauderdale • 3 reviews 5.0 Dined 6 days ago Wine tasting is sooo much fun & informative. After wine tasting we had lunch & appetizers: calamari & roasted brussel sprouts (I wasn’t a fan of brussel sprouts until now) sooo delicious. Then on to entrees: jambalaya, Parmesan coated chicken; shrimp & scallops risotto. A must try. More info Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Dania Beach $$ $$ Price: Moderate • American • Dania Beach • 4.6
• MA MarcyA Key West / Florida Keys • 4 reviews 5.0 Dined on Jun 3, 2024 The food was really good - I especially loved the pizza! More info Cucina Italiana Dania Beach $$ $$ Price: Moderate • Italian • Dania Beach • 4.1

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