From New Dining Destinations to Expanded JetBlue Service and Royal Caribbean’s Newest Ship, Greater Fort Lauderdale Adds More Ways to Visit and Explore the Destination
GREATER FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (October 13, 2026) – Greater Fort Lauderdale is welcoming a slate of new restaurants, attractions and experiences, alongside expanded air and cruise service this fall, adding new ways for visitors to discover and enjoy the destination.
New Ways to Arrive
JetBlue is expanding its footprint at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), with more than 150 daily departures and 24 new destinations set to be introduced by December. At Port Everglades, Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas will begin homeporting in Greater Fort Lauderdale in November, accommodating up to 7,600 guests per sailing.
New Places to Dine and Drink
Developed by South Florida’s Falsetto Hospitality, Caviar Club brings a classic supper club atmosphere to Las Olas Boulevard on October 27, pairing elevated American cuisine with more than 300 wines and a dedicated martini program. Late-night DJ sets will transition the space from dinner service into an evening lounge. Also adding to Las Olas’ evolving dining scene, NAIA is set to open October 18, offering a blend of Greek and Levantine Mediterranean flavors with subtle Japanese influences. The concept will be complemented by custom design elements sourced from South Africa.
At the Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel, Barchetta brings refined coastal dining to the waterfront, blending Italian-inspired chophouse fare with a fresh seafood focus. Across the causeway, Pelican Landing returns this fall as part of the multi-billion-dollar transformation of Pier Sixty-Six Hotel and Residences. The two-story, open-air restaurant sits over the largest superyacht marina on the East Coast, serving raw bar favorites. In the waterfront district surrounding Port Everglades, Chela’s will make its debut this fall, expanding from its popular Miami Lakes location with a lively social dining concept featuring bold Latin flavors, tropical South Florida-inspired cuisine and a cocktail-forward beverage program. Adding another taste of the tropics to Greater Fort Lauderdale, Hula Kai Tiki Bar opened September 26 near the Broward County Convention Center, offering a Polynesian-inspired escape complete with tropical cocktails light bites and the rooftop Ohana Lounge.
Bringing a new waterfront dining destination to downtown Fort Lauderdale, Sweetwaters recently debuted in Huizenga Park along the New River. The restaurant showcases South Florida seafood in a relaxed, coastal setting with outdoor patio and terrace seating. Further expanding the destination’s growing lineup of waterfront dining, Motek by the Sea will open at W Fort Lauderdale this November, bringing the beloved Eastern Mediterranean restaurant to the hotel with its signature sunshine-hued aesthetic and authentic, family-style dining experience.
Good Night John Boy, a 1970s-inspired dance club and cocktail concept, opens in downtown Fort Lauderdale this fall. The venue brings disco-era energy to the neighborhood with a retro dance floor, vintage-inspired design and live DJs. Its arrival will add a lively new nightlife option to downtown, complementing the city’s mix of bars, restaurants and entertainment venues.
About Greater Fort Lauderdale
With 24 miles of golden sand beaches and 300+ miles of navigable waterways, Greater Fort Lauderdale is known as the Venice of America and Yachting Capital of the World. The area boasts an average year-round temperature of 77˚F, has 3,000+ hours of annual sunshine, and is home to 31 unique municipalities, including eight distinct beach communities. Residents hailing from 170 countries, speaking 147 languages call this destination home. Upon arrival at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), a five-minute drive will get you to the beach, Port Everglades, the newly expanded Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center, and a bustling downtown. Experience 4,000+ eateries, a thriving arts and culture scene, craft breweries, stunning rooftop bars, fishing, diving, and the unmatched beauty of the Florida Everglades. From world-class shopping, to boating, yachts and superyachts all moored at the area’s many marinas, it’s no wonder Greater Fort Lauderdale is one of the most desirable places to stay, work and play. The destination has more than 38,000 unique lodging accommodations at a variety of hotels, luxury spa resorts, and beautifully appointed, boutique properties, all reflecting the area’s cosmopolitan vibe. Find inspiration for your next trip at visitlauderdale.com and follow @VisitLauderdale on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
About Visit Lauderdale
Visit Lauderdale is the official destination marketing organization for Greater Fort Lauderdale and serves as the tourism department for Broward County, Florida. Visit Lauderdale promotes the area’s 31 municipalities to a global audience of leisure and business travelers and books conventions into the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center and area hotels and resorts. Find more information at visitlauderdale.com and follow @VisitLauderdale on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.