Romantic Spots to Book for Dine Out Lauderdale

Casablanca Cafe 

Casablanca Cafe on Fort Lauderdale Beach features both lunch and dinner menus. Sit outside with your partner and enjoy people-watching before sampling a medley of flavors. Lunch is offered daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and dinner is served daily from 4 to 10 p.m.

What to Order: An elaborate roasted eggplant-and-hummus dip duo plate with accoutrements; short-rib pappardelle; and baklava with vanilla ice cream.

Oceanic

Over in Pompano Beach, Oceanic impresses with second-floor views of the Atlantic from its outdoor terrace. You can also opt for indoor seating if you prefer the air conditioning. Choose from daily lunch or dinner options.

What to Order: Jumbo lump crab cake with Creole mustard aioli; crispy calamari with smoked tomato aioli and sweet cherry peppers; Sixty South Antarctic salmon with ponzu rice; and lobster ravioli with sherry cream sauce.

Lola's on the Water 

One of Pompano Beach’s newer restaurants, Lola’s on the Water is located inside Sands Harbor Resort & Marina and offers waterfront views and seating in its breezy indoor-outdoor dining room. Stop by for either lunch or dinner.

What to Order: Tuna crudo with cucumber and grapefruit; Nashville crispy chicken sandwich; and spaghetti with garlic white wine sauce and clams.

MAASS 

MAASS, the only restaurant in Fort Lauderdale to hold one Michelin star, is offering standard and Luxe dinner menus during Dine Out Lauderdale. Head to the Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale on Fort Lauderdale Beach to enjoy its chic, romantic setting.

What to Order: Brioche-stuffed chicken with brûléed shallot and Japanese sweet potato; and linguine with morcilla sausage, hearth-roasted tomato and aged Parmesan.
 

JWB Prime Steak and Seafood

Nestled inside Margaritaville Beach Resort in Hollywood Beach is JWB Prime Steak and Seafood. The stylish steakhouse impresses with its selection of prime cuts of meat and fresh seafood on its Dine Out dinner menu, served Wednesday to Sunday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

What to Order: Wagyu meatballs with pomodoro and ricotta cheese; JWB steak frites with crispy fries and chimichurri; and banana cream pie. 

Jay’s Fort Lauderdale

Jay’s Fort Lauderdale in downtown Fort Lauderdale offers a romantic setting inside a restored 1920s church. Feel the drama at dinner Tuesday through Thursday or Sunday, with Friday and Saturday seatings available at 4 p.m. only.

What to Order: Prime beef carpaccio; Snake River Farms wagyu steak frites with hand-cut fries; rigatoni alla vodka; and sea salt caramel cheesecake.

Sotogrande

If you’re staying at Pier Sixty-Six Resort in Fort Lauderdale, don’t miss dining at Sotogrande, a Mediterranean restaurant perfect for an evening with your partner. Dinner is offered daily, with Saturday and Sunday reservations available from 5 to 10 p.m.

What to Order: Watermelon salad with feta, tapenade, heirloom tomato and mint; grilled branzino filet with herbed rice, grilled vegetables and chermoula sauce; and Dubai tart with chocolate, pistachio kataifi and crème anglaise.

Wine Garden

Locals love Wine Garden near Fort Lauderdale Beach for its romantic garden setting and menu of classic Italian dishes. Open a bottle of wine to share while ordering from the dinner menu, available daily.

What to Order: Imported prosciutto di Parma served with sweet cantaloupe and fresh mint; tagliatelle alla bolognese; and classic house-made tiramisù.
 

Sunness Supper Club

Stop by Sunness Supper Club, a nostalgic fine-dining restaurant and lounge in Fort Lauderdale, for dinner available from 5 p.m. to close. Don’t forget to visit Bar Betty afterward, the secret speakeasy serving inventive cocktails in an intimate setting.

What to Order: The Dine Out Lauderdale menu rotates throughout August and September, giving you something new to experience with each visit. Current selections include mango and rock shrimp ceviche, mojo grilled sirloin steak, pan-roasted cobia and mango tart.

Negroni Weston

Staying near Weston? Try Negroni, a trendy, casually elegant bistro serving Nikkei sushi and other fusion dishes. Lunch is served Monday to Friday from noon to 3 p.m., and dinner is available daily from 5 p.m. to close. 

What to Order: Tuna with  Nikkei leche de tigre; Angus beef empanada with criolla sauce; an assortment of nigiri; and homemade pistachio tiramisu with mascarpone cream.

Take a Hands-On Dumpling Class 

Temple Street Eatery in downtown is offering a hands-on dumpling-making experience, where you’ll prepare dumplings from different Asian cuisines. The evening begins with a welcome drink followed by the chef-led culinary demo. Bites will be served during class. You’ll also receive recipe cards so you can try recreating the recipes at home with your loved one. 

Date: August 12 

Price: $55

Time: 6:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m.

Hone Your Cake Decorating Skills

Make date night even sweeter with a cake decorating class in partnership with LoveLee Bakeshop in Fort Lauderdale. Founder Lee Mazor will lead the group and provide step-by-step instructions for filling, frosting, and decorating your 2-layer cake. The best part? No prior experience is needed, and you can eat your masterpiece. Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and light bites are provided, but you’re also welcome to bring additional beverages. The class will be hosted a few doors down from Lovelee Bakeshop at Strokes Art Bar. 

Date: August 21

Price: $65

Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 

Make Your Own Ceramic Ramen Bowl

Temple Street Eatery is also hosting a creative ramen-and-pottery class. Toast the afternoon with a welcome drink before building your own ceramic ramen bowl made in partnership with Mingo Pottery Studio. Sample small bites and your choice of ramen during the class. You’ll be able to pick up your ceramic bowl 20 days after class. 

Date: August 29

Price: $85

Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Explore Pompano Beach’s Foodie Scene 

Ever been curious to learn more about Pompano Beach’s rich history? Join South Florida’s Best Food Tours for a special food experience, where you and your partner will explore the laid-back city dubbed the “Fishing Village” with a local foodie guide. Along the way, enjoy tastings at two of the city’s popular restaurants with drinks and a gorgeous oceanfront backdrop. The tour culminates with admission to the new Jellyfish Museum—a first-of-its-kind destination in the U.S. 

Date: September 16

Price: $60

Time: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.