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    4.3 (106 reviews)
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    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Michael C.

    I ordered a ceviche and lomo saltado. Pretty good. Also got a pisco sour and mojito. Not many people there so the service was very good. Nice open ambiance. Bathrooms really clean. Highly recommend, will be back!:)

    2025 September menus
    Andrew L.

    Was in FLL a few weeks ago and decided to try Casa Playa on a whim as it was located near our hotel. My son and I decided to drop in for a lunch as the menu looked interesting. The location was excellent - just a block off the beach and the ambiance was a lovely chic casual. We were there as it opened and sat outside on the patio. The service was wonderful - attentive and friendly. The menu had multiple items of interest, but being a lunch visit we decided to try not to over order. We decided to split the ceviche and my son opted for the ropa vieja while I chose the paella. The ceviche was great! Bright, fresh and perfect for a Florida midday meal. I only wish I could recall which one we ordered As for the main dishes - we have a split experience. The ropa vieja was decent according to my son - but not on par with his experiences down in Miami. My paella left a bit to be desired - it was more of a simple rice dish. The flavors were fine, with the chorizo coming though without being overly heavy, but it was missing that crisp rice at the bottom of the pan that truly makes a good paella. This was more of a less creamy risotto So, in hindsight - Casa Playa seems to work for the Peruvian dishes, but perhaps is reaching a bit with the other Latin dishes. I will note that at bar area looked great and this would definitely be a hot spot for evening cocktails and enjoyment Would definitely go back to try more of the menu!

    Tiffany C.

    Food was so yum!!! We came here for my cousin's birthday. Services and great. Our waitress was attentive and accommodating. Here is what we ordered and loved! Lomo saltado Lomo saltado mixto Ropa vieja Ambiance was so cute.

    Snapper
    Tracy M.

    This was our first time here. It was nice because it was a little off the main road. We didn't had a reservation but were seated quickly. They have indoor and outdoor seating; we chose outdoor. Service was friendly and helpful. We started with the grilled octopus and empanadas as appetizers, which were pretty good; there was mostly potatoes with only one piece of octopus for $19 tho and the empanadas weren't as crispy/flaky as I like. For our mains, my husband had the arroz marinero (paella), which he said was good. My daughter had the whole snapper, which she loved and devoured. I had the cazuelos de mariscos (seafood bisque), and tho the broth was really flavorful, none of the mussels were open, which was disappointing. Overall it is a nice restaurant tho.

    Live music was awesome. Huge treat.
    Laura W.

    Good food and drink - love the live music. Reservations made it easy to get a table and we were a few min early without any problem. Our server also played hostess and seated us, making it a little, tough on her. Short staff took off a star not her fault. Salad with protein for dinner and a lovely cocktail, including Spanish mussels. Would go back. Easy to book a table on OpenTable.

    Klara C.

    We stopped by here for a quick bite at the bar inside. It was mostly empty early afternoon on a Saturday. Beautiful weather, not too loud and a great vibe. Joey, the bartender, was super friendly and attentive. I ordered an espresso martini and it was well made and not overly sweet or strong. For the bites, we ordered the Spanish Mussles and the Antichucos de Lomo (beef Skewers). The mussels were well cooked and came with Italian bread I believe. It doesn't hold together as well as French bread but the mussels had good flavor. I was interested in the Chorizo but with it sitting in the broth, it wasn't my favorite. I think it also could have used a little garlic but otherwise okay. The Beef skewers were good and well cooked. We also ordered a side of chimichurri and it was absolutely delicious with the beef skewers. I would come back to try their sandwiches because it looked pretty good. Joey was great! Would recommend!

    Lomo soltado Jalea
    Ilana Z.

    Solid new Peruvian spot in the area! Came for a quick dinner and service was solid. We live near by so just had two entrees to share: Lomo Soltado and Jalea. Portion size could have been bigger on the Jalea but the seafood was fresh. Lomo was really good actually, but could have used more fries. Wish they provided the signature Peruvian green sauce or chulpes/tostados as a snack!

    Shrimp skewers with chimichurri, sweet plantains, rice, and a Cadillac margarita.

    This place was recommended by a few different friends. Really good food, and absolutely amazing cocktails. It's dog friendly on the patio which is a plus too. Love the atmosphere. I'd give the food an 8.5/10 and the drinks 10/10. I will absolutely go back!

    Yucca fries, Cesar salad, lomo saltado
    Tara F.

    Stopped here before catching our flight back to LA. The food and service was really good. We got the yucca fries, Cesar salad and the mixto lomo saltado - all really good. We also ordered the flan for dessert, but to be honest, it was pretty underwhelming. I like the aesthetics a lot too.

    Ropa Veija

    Loved it! It was right across from my Airbnb.. I'm glad I tried it, the cocktail was good, the food authentic.. The service could be a little better

    Jerry C.

    One of my friends lives across the street from the new Casa Playa. Three of us decided to check it out for dinner on a Thursday night. It's a full block off the A1A, so very few tourists would stumble upon the spot unless they knew about it. The restaurant ambiance is upscale (from the A1A spring break tourist row) beautiful with a large open bar, outdoor and indoor dining tables, and private room. It gives off a very "airy and breezy" vibe. The cuisine and cocktail focus is Peruvian. Their on the rocks margarita variations are fabulous! Of course they also serve Piscos. Most of the menu appeared to be classical or clasico dishes with acknowledgement of the ethnic diversity of Peru. We shared a Tuna Ceviche Nikkei, a Japanese-Peruvian fusion ahi tuna ceviche. We gobbled it up and wished for more. Ric N went for a traditional Peruvian Fried Seafood Jalea, lightly breaded, deep fried calamari, mussels, shrimp, scallops and clams. It was delicious, especially with the lime salsa criolla. Rick L ordered Lomo Saltado, a classic Cantonese-Peruvian fusion wok stir-fried dish of steak strips, red onions, tomatoes, French fries and soy sauce, served over rice. It did taste like an excellent Chinese takeout. I jumped at my favorite Peruvian dish, Lechon Asado, slow-marinated roast pork with the usual black beans, sautéed onions and sweet plantains. Except for not getting any roasted skin on high I love, it was as very tasty. Service was great, possibly because except for a small office dinner party at one table finishing up, we were the only ones dining inside. Regardless, we will definitely be back. Casa Playa is a hidden gem in the quiet neighborhood section of the beach, behind the A1A and huge hotels. What a find.

    Argentina red shrimp
    Liz L.

    YUM!!! Despite a large, somewhat noisy party inside, the manager was incredibly accommodating and offered us a lovely outdoor table complete with heaters. We ordered the chicken lomo and the Argentina red shrimp. Both dishes were absolutely delicious! As a Dominican, I have high standards for tostones, and these definitely met the mark. They were perfectly crispy and seasoned. The rice was fluffy, and the chicken was flavorful. The chicken empanadas were delicious, on a crispy dough with flavorful chicken. The passion fruit mousse was a delightful treat, though the portion size was a bit excessive. The tangy flavor was intense, so be prepared for a powerful punch! The only minor disappointment was the limeade. It was overly tart and didn't quite complement the meal. Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be returning to try more of their delicious offerings.

    Yucca
    Macoisinha M.

    Nice restaurant at a nice location with a nice space and outdoor patio. Good drinks and good variety of food with a few good vegetarian options. We had the yucca, potato salad, empanadas and guacamole and everything was ok but lacked some flavor, specifically for a Latin American restaurant. Also found the portions way too small. The empanadas should be called mini empanadas. Overall good but I expected better.

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    Stopped here for drinks and apps. 10/10, recommend checking out when in town. Nice ambiance and great food and drinks

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    I ordered paella and it was make from frozen rice with veggies no promises wine sauce... not worth a price

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    Everything! The waiters have no personality and seem to not understand English. The food has much to be desired..

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    There is metered street parking around our building. There is also valet service in our condo building for $10 for up to 3 hours - please make sure to validate your parking at our restaurant.

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    Premiere Bar & Cafe - Steak and salad

    Premiere Bar & Cafe

    4.5(144 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    •$$

    Staying at the hotel for a month at the beach, so I have been able to visit this location several…read moretimes. The food is basically Italian/Argentinian/American. I have had several things from the menu, including a hamburger, house salad, wild salmon, chicken Melanesia, empanadas and even a hot dog! Everything is fresh and high quality. The salmon is huge and very fresh. It has a mild blackening/seasoning that forms a nice crust. The chicken reminds me of my mom/grandma/great grandma's chicken cutlets! Very Italian/Sicilian vibe. (Get them with mash potatoes). The patio is always comfortable with a great breeze and a view of the ocean a block away. What really stands out here though is the friendly service. Andres has been there almost every night and has always been great. He is very prompt with bringing drinks and food. You can see them hustling down to the kitchen and keeping things running smoothly. But what I like the most is the friendliness. He is always willing to chat about soccer, music, wine, or anything else (but also knows when to leave you alone so you can eat). Also, the value is pretty good. The wine is $10 or less. They have my favorite Malbec. And even the ribeye, at the beach, for $27 is not bad at all. Some of the appetizers are a bit pricey ($13 french fries) but I think all in all its one of the better values in the area. Note they do not serve liquor, only beer and wine. Also, there are no tables inside. Just a small bar inside and then several tables outside. This is a fairly quiet and unpretentious restaurant. If you want a trendy noisy evening this is not the place. It has never been packed, but there is usually a person or two at the bar. They play music but it does not dominate the atmosphere. Usually something chill like reggae. If you want friendly service, good food, and a relaxing environment, then this is a great choice. Dog friendly patio. This is the type of place you can sit with a book and drink wine, or catch the soccer game and have a beer or three. Definitely worth a visit especially if you are staying at the hotel!

    BEWARE - FAKE/PAID reviews??? The only thing accurate in reviews is that there is one…read morewaiter/attendant, who was friendly but works alone and service takes a long time. I ordered the steak with mashed potatoes based upon previous reviews. Disgusting. Took one bite. Overcooked, shriveled piece of meat. Mashed potatoes came to the table cold. Out of all the choices around, do yourself a favor and avoid this place!

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    Premiere Bar & Cafe - Nice outside dining

    Nice outside dining

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    Pasta Carbonara

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    Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse

    Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse

    4.7(236 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    •$$$$
    Discounts available
    Private events

    Really enjoyed my "party of one" dinner at Lasso Gaucho. The atmosphere is very cool and upscale…read morewithout feeling stuffy. The salad bar was beautiful -- fresh, well stocked, and with a great variety. The steaks and other meats were delicious, but what really stood out was the service. Everyone was incredibly attentive without being overbearing. My main server gave us some excellent recommendations and really helped make the experience special. Great food, great atmosphere, and outstanding service. We'll definitely be back!

    Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse was a pleasant surprise and find. My fiancee and I went for our…read morebirthday dinner and the experience was better than expected. They have a full salad bar and cold bar items at the bar where you can self serve. They also have soups and rice available to be eaten with meats. Same concept as Texas de Brazil, where diners can let the servers know when they are ready to eat more or just not ready by flipping the token to show red or green side. The servers will stop by the side of the table with various meats cooked to different temperatures to offer to diners. You can pass if you don't want or you can let them know how many slices you would like. The interior seemed really nice and cleanly maintained. They also have fried yuca, plantains, fried cheese that servers will bring to the side of your table and you can ask for however much you want. To me, this was like upgraded version of all you can eat. I really enjoyed the atmosphere, the food, and the hospitality. If something was lacking, I didn't notice it because all the other things that matter, like customer service and hospitality more than made up for it. I would definitely come back again in the near future with the rest of the family. Thank you Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse for such a fantastic first time dining experience. The parking is super limited. Just valet park. It's under $15 and it's not like we spend money on valet parking everyday. Please make sure to show your appreciation to the valet driver! Please let me know ow what you thought!

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    Meat cooked to perfection at Lasso Gaucho!!!

    El Tamarindo Cafe

    El Tamarindo Cafe

    4.2(809 reviews)
    3.4 mi
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    El Tamarindo Café -- Fort Lauderdale's Best-Kept Latin Secret…read moreIf you haven't been to El Tamarindo Café on State Road 84, you're missing one of Fort Lauderdale's true hidden gems. This place is the real deal -- a family-owned Latin American restaurant that covers all the bases, from Cuban and Argentine classics to Salvadoran, Honduran, and Mexican-inspired dishes, all under one roof. The menu is a love letter to Latin cuisine. The churrasco is cooked to perfection, the ceviche is bright and fresh, and the palomilla steak is everything you'd want it to be -- tender, well-seasoned, and surprisingly affordable. The seafood is a standout too; they name their fish dishes by the actual fish, which tells you everything about the care and honesty they bring to the kitchen. What really sets El Tamarindo apart is the atmosphere. White tablecloths, warm service, and a dining room that feels like someone actually put thought into making you comfortable. The drinks are reasonably priced and happy hour is a great way to start the evening. Owner Alex runs a tight ship, and it shows in every plate that comes out of that kitchen. Whether you're dropping in for a casual lunch or settling in for a full dinner with the family, this spot delivers every time. Highly recommend. Fort Lauderdale is lucky to have it.

    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!

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    Chima Steakhouse - Brazilian Sundae

    Chima Steakhouse

    4.1(992 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    •$$$

    Chima Steakhouse in Fort Lauderdale is by far one of the best Brazilian Steakhouse we went to…read more Their quality from inside/outside decor to customer service to flavors of food is unmatched. They offer various cuts of meat cooked to your desired temperature, salad bar had all the right sides you can enjoy with your meats, and the customer service was professional and efficient. Our server Enrique was friendly, professional, and courteous. He is one of the huge factors that made the dining experience memorable. He recommended all the best drinks and desserts, throughout our dining experience he made sure we had everything we needed, and frequently waited on us to make sure we were accommodated by everyone who worked there. Overall, I liked the experience and will be back again in the future. I recommend this place to anyone who is craving Brazilian style steakhouse. There's no need to have a second option open. We made reservation online and the hostesses were friendly and welcoming. They also accommodated us when we asked for a bigger table for 2. Thank you Chima Steakhouse for great dining experience.

    I recently dined at Chima Steakhouse for a birthday celebration. The beautiful atmosphere and…read moreexceptional service from Omar and Carlos Silva were definite highlights, but the food and overall service felt inconsistent for the price. The birthday celebration was especially disappointing, as we clearly communicated the occasion but didn't receive the full celebration we saw other tables getting. I'm glad my family got to experience Chima, but we likely won't return. The food was good, but not great. For the price, I expected more, especially having been to other Brazilian steakhouses where I felt the food was better. The atmosphere was beautiful and probably one of my favorite parts. The outdoor area was very peaceful and Zen, with water features, greenery, and beautiful lighting. Inside, it had a classy, upscale fine-dining feel. My only complaint was that the tables were pretty tightly spaced, so it felt a little cramped. Also, if you're going for the live music, just know that it's specifically in the bar area. I didn't realize that beforehand and expected it to be more central to the restaurant. Service was mixed. The two women who checked us in were both very nice and welcoming, although I unfortunately didn't get their names. Everyone was very friendly when we first arrived, but our waiter became more standoffish as the night went on, which several people in our party noticed. I do want to give a huge shoutout to Omar from management and Carlos Silva, one of the meat servers. Both provided exceptional service and really stood out. Omar gave us some history about the restaurant, which made the experience feel more personal. Carlos Silva went above and beyond, even personally going to the kitchen to get something we hadn't received yet. He was friendly, attentive, and genuinely helpful. This was especially noticeable compared to some of the other meat servers, who sometimes spoke very quietly or quickly when explaining the different cuts. I had to ask them to repeat themselves a few times, and some seemed annoyed when I did. Carlos was the complete opposite and really understood what good customer service should feel like. The biggest disappointment of the night was the birthday celebration! We clearly communicated that we were celebrating a birthday on the reservation and again to both the check-in staff and our waiter. We saw several other tables receive their birthday dessert while the staff came over to sing and clap, so we assumed the same would happen for us. Instead, we received the birthday cheesecake in a bag to take home. As a first-time guest, I didn't know if I needed to specifically request the full celebration or order a specific dessert, especially since the restaurant already knew it was a birthday. What made it worse was seeing another table receive the full birthday celebration as we were leaving. The entire reason we chose Chima was to celebrate this birthday, so it was really disappointing that the birthday person didn't get that special moment.

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    Salad Bar

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    Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval - Super high end tequila bar and steakhouse. Very good food. Something for everyone too.

    Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval

    4.4(266 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    •$$$

    Came here with the husband on a date night last night. Located in the meridien hotel this…read morerestaurant is very hidden. But I liked that about it. A hidden gem. We came with our own bottle of wine which they were very nice to waive the corking fee. We ordered the skirt steak, ceviche and Cobb salad. The food was delicious. Small portions but very good. No complaints on the food at all. Basic but still good. Our service was not good at all. The waitress was very rude unfortunately. However we still enjoyed our time and happy we came out.

    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!

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    Toro by Chef Richard Sandoval - Sweet corn empanadas

    Sweet corn empanadas

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    Mushroom tacos

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