I wish I could give a million stars!…read more Toro is located inside the Le Meridien hotel in Dania Beach. You have to go in the parking lot and get a ticket, but the restaurant will validate it. It has its own entrance from the parking lot. Right when you walk in, it feels very nice and upscale. My husband and I came for a happy hour experience, and tried just about everything. All of it was incredible! The guac was served with a mixture of plantain chips and tortilla chips, which I loved. The corn empanadas were surprisingly a little spicy, but delicious. The mac and cheese came in a skillet with tajin breadcrumbs, and was super creamy and delicious. The elote was probably my favorite. You can't beat truffle! I also especially loved the yuca that came with the beef. The drinks were super strong. After about a drink and a half (the hibiscus margarita and the Mexican mojito), I found myself needing to probably cut myself off. We sat at the bar, and the server who helped us was really nice. If you're looking for a nicer and more upscale happy hour experience, this is it. It's a great night out with amazing food. Highly highly highly recommended!

We actually live in Dania, although we have family staying at the hotel. We decided to order from…read morehere today and try it for the first time. We only live about 2 miles away from this location. All the special modifications were wrong, the sauces came on top when we asked for them to be on the side. The food itself honestly wasn't very good and the value for the price point was definitely not there. $50 for a Loma Salado that was not very good. The burrata was okay, nothing great for sure.... I would say edible but not very good. Definitely not worth what we spent on the items. Will for sure not be going back.

I cannot say enough about how incredible El Tamarindo café is. We walked here from our hotel on a…read morehot day before embarking on a cruise. We were looking for somewhere to get a very satisfying dinner at a slightly early bird time. We were the first people in the restaurant for dinner and we wondered if the empty place held any bearing on the quality of food. Let me tell you... This was one of the best meals I've ever had while traveling. We were shocked and amazed at the large portions and the incredible flavor. We try to eat high-protein, and that was no problem here. We kept telling the staff to give our compliments to the chef. We had a few drinks, we had a really great long meal, and as we were packing up, more people were flowing in. We had leftovers, but since we were traveling, we couldn't take them with us, so we decided to sit tight until we had finished as much as we could. Worth it!

The food is 4 stars but all these additional fees bring it to a 3 star. The food is good here! But…read moreI personally do find this place expensive. And it was very off putting to see that on the menu they had all these additional charges. It's +2$ after 3pm and then 2$ if you share food! That is ridiculous. I don't believe either of those are justified. Also if you get fajitas you only get 3 tortillas. Usually places are more generous with tortillas. Nonetheless , the food is solid. The chicken soup I got was very tasty and tasted very authentic. I also got the chicken sandwich with rice and beans. I opted for the breaded chicken. It was fried really evenly and the chicken was thin. I like that. The salsa on the side was vinegar based with big chunks of onion and peppers. I enjoyed that as well.

Walking distance from the Au Rene Theater, this restaurant is a great location to eat before or…read moreafter a show. I was hesitant when making the reservation because from my experience when restaurants are this close to performing arts centers or arenas the food tends to suck, but I was not disappointed. We made reservations for 6:30 on a Friday night before watching Harry Potter in concert. We parked near the theater, but the restaurant has parking designated to its customers across the street and in the back of the restaurant as well. This is a bonus for me as I avoid downtown Fort Lauderdale because of the parking. We got seated quickly. The patio area is very nice and cozy, but We opted to sit inside. The inside is very small. You almost feel squished of how tiny it is. We started with the yuca à la huancaina. This was definitely not what we were expecting and the taste was okay. We then had the chicharrones and it wasn't bad, but I've had better. I ordered the wild caught Argentinian red shrimp. This was absolutely delicious!! The portion is not big enough to share, but I can still taste how savory the meal was. I did feel like our server was rushing us and our entree took long to come out, but the last meal I ordered made up for it. They also have a special for those attending the Broward center.

Came for a pre theatre dinner. We were seated outside. It was a little chilly but we managed ok. We…read moreordered a pitcher of Red Sangria to start. It was very good- not too sweet. I had a version of seafood paella with chorizo & hubby ordered fried seafood combo. We both enjoyed what we ordered. Everything tasted fresh. Our server was very friendly & quick. She suggested cappuccino & since we felt a bit chilly, we took her advice. The tables are very close together but not overwhelmingly close. For $20 you can leave your car in their parking lot & walk over to The Broward Performing Arts Center. We did & will definitely do again. We will be there again soon for a couple of upcoming shows. Truly a great experience overall.

I stopped by Mama's Latin Cafe for a quick bite to break up my day and really loved it. The…read moreatmosphere was cozy and refreshing, especially in a time where every place feels overly "aesthetic." This spot felt original and welcoming exactly as it is. No fuss, just good energy. The cafecito was amazing, and I loved that she stirred it at the table, right before pouring it into the little cup. The ham croquetas were EXACTLY how I like them: flavorful, crispy, and not bland or greasy at all. I also got a guava y queso pastelito and it was delicious too. I honestly didn't even really look through the rest of the menu, but I loved the place and will definitely be back to try more quick bites every time I'm in the area.

This place was really nice. Great service. But I felt the portions were a bit small. It's a very…read morecute place mom and pop. I ordered the ropa vieja with rice, beans and salad tomato and lettuce. My son had the soup. I might try this place for the sandwiches.

Great meats, sausages, Russian salad and bread. Nice atmosphere and good selection of beers & winesread more

Absolutely delicious, I stumbled upon this place with my wife and decided to order some food for…read morepick-up. The food was ready at exactly the time it told us it was going to be, and when I picked it up, I knew it was going to be well worth the price of it! The staff was super friendly from the few moments we were inside to grab the food and while I was waiting, I got to enjoy how nice and clean the location was! There was nice decorations on the wall and I couldn't find a single crumb anywhere! The staff was also friendly and told us where to go to grab the food we ordered. I decided to get the skirt steak and it was cooked to perfection. I will say the chimichurri sauce was a little underwhelming as it didn't have my flavor and only tasted like oil to me, so I didn't use it. The steak was flavorful and the portion was more then reasonable for the price! The rice was also very well done as well, cooked perfectly! I will for sure be coming here again in the future to try more of their food they have to offer and grab a couple drinks!

I WISH I would have taken a picture but we immediately dug in. SOOOOOOO good…read more I ordered ropa vieja and my mom ordered the tamale de lechon. The food was amazing and the service was even better. We got complimentary garlic bread. I'm sad I'm visiting from out of town and not able to get this more often.

I hadn't been to a Las Vegas Cuban food in a while. It is always a not or miss with them…read more I did not have a bad experience. From the moment we walked in everyone was great and attentive. We placed the food order, and I must say that we did get the food rather quickly. To my opinion I thought it was great. It hit the spot.

Food is good, sometimes during The Weeknd when they bring the DJ, he can get a little loud in there.read more

Me giving this place a 2-star review is honestly me being nice. The service was horrible…read more We walked in and the restaurant was nearly empty. We were told to sit anywhere, which was fine, but then we ordered 2 waters and a passion fruit margarita and waited almost 30 minutes just to get them. On top of that, the drink order was wrong. She served us what tasted like salty mango juice -- and I say "juice" because there was absolutely no alcohol in it. Then we ordered a simple meal: a few chicken tacos, pork tacos, and an order of chicharrón. Somehow that still took 30-45 minutes, and the order was missing items when it finally arrived. That's crazy for an order of 4 chicken tacos and 4 pork tacos. The tacos honestly weren't even that good either. The only thing that was actually good was the chicharrón. People always say "good food takes time," and sure, that's understandable when a restaurant is busy. But this place wasn't even halfway full. There were plenty of open tables inside and outside, so the wait made no sense -- especially considering the food wasn't worth it.

I'm so glad I followed my fellow Yelpers' advice and tried this place. It's a small, well-kept gem…read moretucked into an unassuming location. From the outside, it doesn't look like much, but once you walk in, wow. The ladies working here are incredibly welcoming and immediately make you feel comfortable. There are only two tables and a bar, but somehow it didn't feel cramped. We ordered the café con leche, the chicken sandwich, and the grilled chicken plate with rice, beans, and sweet plantains. The sandwich is huge and really flavorful. Definitely add the cilantro sauce. It takes it to another level. The standout for me was the sweet plantains. Hands down the best I've had since I was a kid in the Philippines. Absolute must try. Overall, an excellent experience.

Ody's Cuban Cafe is a hole in the wall spot that serves hot and freshly prepared Cuban food…read more Everyone who works there were welcoming and friendly. They all had smiles on their faces. We had some ham croquettas, ham and eggs croissant, and double coladas for quick breakfast. The croissant was tasty and was prepared fresh. They have a pretty decent size menu that I would love to try all eventually. The place is located in a ratchet looking place so drive carefully and make sure your car is not going over anything that can puncture your tires! Will definitely recommend to others. Will definitely be back again!

Amazing food and friendly staff. The interior is decorated nicely but the location is kind of…read morerandom but it didn't matter. The food here is incredible!! Our waiter was very friendly and accommodating and the Cachapa was 10/10 (I ordered the carne asada) I'll be back when I'm in town again!

This is a really cozy and homey type of restaurant. I feel like the staff truly cares. I sat at the…read morebar while waiting for my friend who had to deal with difficult traffic. The staff was r we ally welcoming. We sat down and our server was happy to explain details of a couple dishes to my friend. I already knew what I wanted before walking in the door. We ordered Venezuelan empanadas on our server's recommendation. We had one cheese, one chicken, and two beef. I had one beef and it was real good My friend really enjoyed her beef and risotto. I also enjoyed my ceviche although I would have liked it to be colder. Anyway, the fish was fresh and I scooped up all the lime juice with a spoon. This is a nice place to eat. I saw they have some good Tuesday specials, such as $3 beers with $4 tacos and $6 margaritas. They have live music on Fridays. I would be happy to come back here.

Absolutely avoid this place- First the staff is…read moredisconnected, non attentive drinks not refilled, no appetizers for the LONG wait -over an hour before the food was delivered. When the food was finally delivered we were missing one meal and crucial items paired with the food didn't arrive. After confronting the waiter about the issues he thought it was funny

A few weeks ago we visited Las Olas beach in Fort Lauderdale before going to the airport late in…read morethe evening. We decided to try some Cuban, Latin foods and we found this restaurant in a walking distance from the beach. It's actually on the Las Olas Blvd. The restaurant is in a small complex with other restaurants so it's hard to find a parking space if you're driving. The restaurant is very nice and clean, the servers are quite attentive and pleasant. We liked the lunch menu prices but only for M-F and it was Sat. So the prices are 40% higher. Anyhow, my wife ordered Mexican steak plate and I had the mixed fajitas plate. The server brought over some magarita samplers which are very cute although we can't taste much. The plates came out sizzling hot and smell wonderful. The steak sauce was very tasty, and the fajitas sauce was excellent too. But both of the steak plates are quite chewy and tough. My chicken and shrimps were fine. The vegetables cooked to perfection. It was quite a full meal for both of us before a long flight back to the Bay. If we decided to move to Florida beach one of these days, we would go here for lunch while laying on the beautiful Las Olas beach. The prices are reasonable compared to CA. Not sure if we get beef again.