If you're looking for a true South Florida beach vibe, this is it. Lucky Fish perfectly blends ocean energy, live music, and great food into one experience. The live music was absolutely spectacular, setting the tone for a relaxed but fun afternoon by the beach. The crowd was lively, the atmosphere felt authentic, and the whole place has that effortless coastal charm. The standout for me? The tuna nachos. They were incredibly generous with the tuna -- fresh, flavorful, and beautifully balanced. You can tell they don't cut corners on portions. For the price, it's a great value. The tacos were also delicious, packed with flavor and well prepared. Service was solid and attentive, and another underrated bonus: $10 valet parking, which makes the experience smooth and stress-free in a beach location. Great music, good food, fair prices, and an unbeatable setting. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when I want that perfect Dania Beach vibe. read more

Lucky Fish - Tuna chips - Seafood Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

Food The food was good. Grouper sandwich and fries for the group. Service The service was okay. It was cold and we were seated outside. Ambiance The vibe is tiki hut beach bar. It was good and probably would be better in better weather. read more

Pretty chill spot in a great location! We were seated on the beach side and the view was beautiful. The service was pretty good, but the food was just ok. While everything was served fresh, it did lack a little flavor. read more

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My very first Yelp review although I hit restaurants & Yelp everywhere I go around the USA & it's my food & beverage Bible. I went to Dania Beach Lucky Fish based on their website saying they serve the real "Painkiller cocktail with Navy Pussers rum. I watched the female bartender pour white rum from the well & when I asked her why she didn't use Pussers I was told they didn't carry it anymore with a guilty look on her face. Shane Francis the GM handled the situation perfectly & told me that was ridiculous because they do in fact still carry Pussers. Voila ...he approached the bartender & the Pussers suddenly appeared. She either lied, or was told to give customers who aren't aware or aren't paying attention to the rum to give them the cheap stuff. Lucky Fish would save a lot of money on that FALSE ADVERTISING. SHAME! After this I'll contact Corporate. CUSTOMERS in Dania Beach deserve better. read more

Been here last year we're in the area decided to stop by for Sunday lunch . Had a great Cesar salad with blackened mahi mahi and wifey got the mahi sandwich w fries , ambiance is great and the breeze is great ! read more

Lucky Fish - Fish sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

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Finally, after over three years of beach construction, enjoy this beach bar overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. However, be prepared for City of Dania Beach $5 an hour parking (which may require you to find a spot a distance from the entrance). Regardless, its worth the view as well as the pleasant hospitality you will receive upon arrival. Happy Hour runs 3p-6p with multi-food apps and limited specialty cocktails (see menu attached). The chicken nachos were light and tasty but the drinks were ice-diluted. Make sure to request yours "light" on-the-ice. read more

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Stopped by for dinner and it was quite windy on the evening we dined. Everything is mostly open to the elements so it was quite challenging trying to enjoy our meal without everything flying away. The chicken tacos and Mahi Mahi we ordered were pretty good. As you can see from the photos, they let the mango salsa toppings flow. Our server provided regular service but the ambiance was not great on a windy day. It was nice that they had a live musical performance going on during our meal. We enjoyed the guest performer. read more

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Was looking for a happy hour near the water. Came across Lucky Fish. We sat under the tiki facing the beautiful blue ocean. The bar opened about one year ago. It has a large bar in the center and many high tops surrounding it. Definitely a breezy and cool day. Glad I had a jacket with me, well worth it with that view. Our waitress was amazing, friendly and checked on us often. We ordered a few cocktails on the happy hour menu as well as the chicken nachos. Drinks were tasty however filled with too much ice. Nacho dish was very salty but loaded with chicken. Don't think I would order it again. Just a heads up that parking is around $5 an hour which we thought was on the high. read more

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I would have never known about this little hidden gem locked away at the end of Hollywood Beach and entering Dania Beach. Specious outdoor restaurant. You can go as casual with swimsuit coverup and flip flops, to jeans and a little nicer. Nearby meter parking available for the beach goes and restaurants $5 per hour. Valet parking is offered for a fee as well. The menu has a good selection seafood, chicken , burgers and salad. I requested the tuna nachos with pineapple! It was so fresh and tasty that I wanted more with every bite. We also ordered a platter that came with Fried Grouper, fried shrimp, conch and fries. That was also delish! They had a live band as well but I think we may have missed it. I will definitely revisiting! read more

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This place was great. We came over St. Patrick's Day weekend and it was super busy. They sat us right away. They got us drinks right away and they got us food right away. I do have to say they had brought fries right away, which seemed like they were kind of cold so I don't know if they just grabbed someone else's that was sitting there and delivered it to us because they wanted to make sure that we got it right away either way we got everything very fast so love it. The vibe is so cool on the beach. You have a little Khots highly recommend especially on an awesome summer spring warm day.. we had the pokey nachos, which is definitely a win! read more

Lucky Fish - Poke nachos - Seafood Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

Lucky Fish is Dania Beach's latest addition boasting views of the water and the pier. We stopped in for the first time tonight and were very pleased with the food! Started off strong with conch fritters. So good! And the sauces that accompany them are delicious. For dinner we got the mahi sandwich and the mahi tacos. We loved both...especially the mango/pineapple salsa that came with both. Service was fast and friendly. read more

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Emily is amazing!!!! Food is ok, chef should stay in the kitchen and make sure the fries are hot!

I came on a Friday for happy hour. We found seating easily. The dishes could be much cleaner. My first wine glass had lip prints, my second had visible food chunks inside and my third again had lip prints. The service is great and the location is too! The hh is a good deal. The grilled shrimp was clearly frozen and not fresh. I still ate them. I'll come back for drinks. read more

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Vibes, views and beverages. Super casual outdoor restaurant overlooking the ocean and the Dania Beach Pier. Food was alright, but I'd definitely say you're there for the atmosphere and vibes. We went around sun down with our 18 month old and the service was so fast, the food came out super quickly. Those are all pros for me in my book. It's all about perspective and I think we'd go back to enjoy vibes, views, beverages and maybe a snack or two. Oh, and the playground right next door is CLUTCH. read more

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Lucky Fish @luckyfishbeachbar Dania Beach, FL Such a great spot only steps away from the beach! Very clean location with great service. Here's what I had: Kiwi Melon Daiquiri Mermaid Water Rum Punch @ketelone Espresso Martini Tuna Poke Nachos Crispy Calamari Island Chopped Salad with shrimp Florida Fish Sandwich Fried Oreos Key Lime Pie Everything was great! Cant wait to visit again! When are you pulllin up to Lucky Fish? #LuckyFish #DaniaBeach #BeachBar #Seafood #Fresh #OceanBreeze #Poke #MermaidWater #KetelOne #BeachFood #Oceanfront #Vibes #LetsDrinkz #EatzWithSweetz #LetsEatz read more

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So happy to find out there's a Lucky Fish in Dania Beach! We've been to the one in Pompano and .....whatdoyaknow, right in our hometown now! Perfect location!! And then I hear there's live music EVERY NIGHT!? What! Pinch me I must be dreaming! We had the conch fritters today and they did not disappoint! Our server Zöe was fantastic! This might just be our new favorite spot! The beach is literally 50 feet away! Ocean views as far as the eye can see! Very excited about this as you can tell :) read more

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The tuna poke nachos are so good and such a unique take on nachos! I get these every time I'm at Lucky Fish. There is plenty of parking available but you pay for it hourly. They have bicycle parking under the restaurant which is neat and appreciated! The service is always great whether you sit at the bar or at the tables and there's a beautiful view of the ocean. read more

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https://open.substack.com/pub/michimcniff/p/tiki-vibes-found-sitting-beachside?r=5ons51&utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web Just reviewed Lucky Fish on my Substack. If you are looking for a waterfront restaurant near Fort Lauderdale, Lucky Fish is the place. Ocean vibes, good food, cold drinks. And the live music set the mood. Taco Tuesday is a GOOD deal. read more

Lucky Fish - My review of Lucky Fish on Substack. - Seafood Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

An old shack bar reopened seven months ago as a massive opportunity for beach goers and local Dania Beach residents to enjoy a new tiki restaurant. Live mixed music playing today which we listened to while we ate at the custom wooden bar. Each table was covered by a tiki for shade but today was a torrential down pour for a full hour flooding the parking lot. They do offer a covered bicycle shed for non-drivers. Ordered a cold craft beer and a fish dip which was not bad. Fun attentive staff and good conversation with down to earth patrons. The gender assigned bathrooms were clean and basic with wet slippery floors from the rain. read more

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I've been here twice now, and this time I tried the nachos and a double burger. The burger and fries were decent. The nachos were good, but I wish the queso was warm. The service was okay. I'll come back when the weather gets warmer. read more

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First lets start off by saying that a bar that is open for breakfast is pretty good in my mind. We searched for somewhere to hole up after our cruise until our 5pm flight. This was open, looked like a great venue and had good food reviews. We arrived after a couple other rideshares so obviously we weren't the only ones that had this thought. We found a table that faced out to the ocean, okay this was not hard as there was only a couple tables in use. We were there for probably 5 hours and the place had an ebb and flow filling up and cycling through customers. They had some decent beers on tap and their coffee was drinkable. The food was spot on. We had the sampler appetizer and the grouper was fantastic. The conch fritters were a solid meh. you would not be able to actually tell if there was conch in there or not. We had poke nachos which were huge. Nice chunks of poke and the chips were not greasy. Those were the memorable dishes, but nothing was bad and the wait staff were very pleasant to us. read more

I honestly loved everything about my visit to Lucky Fish this past week. They are located in Dania Beach so it's very convenient to get to from all directions. Dania Beach is already a good time and this adds to that experience. The decor is perfect giving off a Tropical vacation vibe. There seems to be plenty of seating and it seemed very clean, including the bathrooms. Our server was very nice and attentive. A friendly face is always appreciated. I ordered the coconut shrimp and a piña colada and then a little later ordered a happy hour special of tequila and pineapple juice. Everything was really good. I love going to the beach and having access to a good food with drinks. A must try. read more

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Nice restaurant and bar. My friend and I tried it for the first time. The place is fairly large with two sections, all outdoors but covered. One section seems to be more bar related and the other more restaurant. It was a Thursday evening and they had some live entertainment. We couldn't see the guy because we were in the restaurant portion, but we could hear him, and it sounded like a mediocre karaoke performance. It was not busy. We had great seats facing the ocean.....you couldn't get a better view. We both ordered the fish bowl, which came with mahi, or you could have had shrimp or chicken. It came with rice, beans, and corn. It was good, but not great. I need to ask for extra sauce. Our server was nice, but a little unresponsive, for example, there were silverware and glasses from previous customers right by us that were not taken away. The prices were not bad at all for a beach venue. You do have to pay for parking since it is right by the ocean. I would come here again because of the nice environment, and try ordering something else. read more

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A Beachfront restaurant! Service was friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. Food was very good and fresh. Drinks were good and prices were reasonable! Live music on a Sunday afternoon. A very lively atmosphere and steps away from the beach! We definitely will return to enjoy not only the views but the food. read more

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Lucky Fish is a very cool place with a beach vibe. I was pleased with my Mahi Sandwich and fries. The other member in my party had the cheese burger and was pleased, as well. They have good portions. Reasonably priced for being right on the ocean. The service was efficient with a friendly staff. We sat in the area away from the bar. Relaxing and comfortable. After dinner I went over to see the entertainment, a single guy playing the guitar. Very talented. Overall, a great experience and will for sure return. read more

Lucky Fish - Reasonably priced margaritas. - Seafood Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

Such a great beach restaurant with amazing food and views! I'm not gonna lie, I was skeptical. I expected it to be a tourist trap with not great food, and I was extremely wrong. The food, service, ambience, and views can't be beat. The view is amazing, right on Dania Beach! It's set back a little from the water and sits a little higher, so you still get a nice breeze even on a hot day. Parking is $10 which isn't ideal, but they can't do anything about that. I started with a piña colada, which was perfect for a summer day at the beach. It has real pieces of coconut in it too! Most of the menu is seafood, but I ordered the blackened chicken tacos. It comes with two which I thought wouldn't be enough to fill me, but they were huge and I couldn't even finish! The flavor of the blackened chicken and sriracha aioli was perfect-not overly spicy and the perfect complement to the fresh mango. Pro tip: get the sriracha on the side so you can dip your chips in it. The chips are seasoned by the way, and so good. My family was all super happy with their dishes as well. I stole a couple fries, which were also seasoned and really good. Our waitress was super nice as well. Lucky Fish isn't your average beach shack. The food and ambiance are amazing. As a local, we will definitely definitely definitely be back. read more

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Fun environment. Close to the beach. Beautiful for sunsets. Good prices too. The food was what you'd expect from it, not remarkable but good enough to be like I'm fed. Don't get anything too sophisticated like a Mediterranean chicken wrap it's just not their thing-do burgers, etc. Pay to park in front which was like 5/hr was a thing and the server was very happy, but other staff had a good day and smile there faces, so I consider our server just to be having a hard day. I'd go back read more

Lucky Fish - Seafood Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

Met a friend who lives in Dade County here today for lunch. This was about half way for each of us and we both love "playing tourist". We each used to come to the beach here many years ago and remembered when this spot was the old divey hotdog stand. This was a lovely restaurant. There are two sides -- one more concrete and one more tiki bar. I chose to sit on the side with the ambiance. Both areas are covered but open air. Luckily there was a nice breeze off the ocean making it comfortable. They don't have valet parking during the week -- only on weekends. We both used the parking app for a space along the beach side. The cost was $10.45 for two hours. You walk up stairs to get to the raised areas of the restaurant. They do take reservations thru the Resy app, but they weren't needed mid week in May. We had good and attentive service. The gal answered questions and remembered all my friend's special requests. We were so busy talking and catching up that I forgot to check in and forgot to take food photos! That rarely happens for me. I'd had a week's worth of seafood while on a recent mini vacay, so was craving a burger. I got their classic smash cheeseburger and it was very good. Came with american cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and a sauce. I got coleslaw as my side. I really liked that also. The other side choice is fries. My friend got the half pound peel 'n eat shrimp, cold. It had a touch of old bay sprinkled on top. She said it was very good. We didn't try any of their special cocktails, but they have a long list of tropical libations. Prices are fairly reasonable for food -- especially in this area -- plus we got the spectacular beach scenery. I'd definitely come back here, again. Can't wait to bring some of our visitors... read more

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This is literally the definition of your dream beach dining vibe. The food is good, the blackened fish sando a hit, their Happy Hour includes food and drinks and is from 3-6p (not sure if on the weekend, I went on a Thursday), service was great, but truly nothing beats the view of this eatery. I could sit at the outdoor bar area that overlooks the beach for hours. read more

Lucky Fish - Fish sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

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Loved this place! Super friendly server, great ocean view and fun beachy vibes with bright colors and a thatched roof huts. The tuna poke nachos were incredible -- so fresh and flavorful -- and we shared the Mariner's Platter, which was delicious too. Perfect spot for good food and to relax! read more

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We've been waiting for Lucky Fish to open and it did not disappoint. We hung out at the beach all morning and then stopped in for some lunch on a Saturday afternoon and it was packed. The hostess said it would be an hour + wait but we got a call back in 20 mins. Staff were all friendly, although we did go close to when it just opened and it was a little chaotic. Great views across from the ocean. I got the double smash burger and it was great, juicy and packed with flavor. I like the bread to be a little softer but it was still really good. Drinks were all very strong (no complaints here...) Will definitely come back next time we head to Dania Beach read more

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Stopped by for a lovely lunch date. Food was amazing and fresh. Fried grouper / shrimp / con fritters were freshly made with a nice crunch. It was taco Tuesday so also tried the $5 taco specials. The best $5 I ever spent. We sat at the bar. Staff is super friendly. This place is a must try beautiful ambiance with top service & great food. read more

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As regular beachgoers we had been dying to go to Lucky Fish, but unfortunately the experience didn't live up to the hype. Vibes: 5 out of 5. The views alone make this place a great place to hang out. We ate on the balcony/patio where we were able to see the ocean and catch a great breeze. For anyone interested in a nice beach view with your meal, this one is tough to beat in the area. Food: 3 out of 5. The food was underwhelming. We got two appetizers and a BLTA to split as well as two drinks. Our drinks were great and came relatively quickly. The food came quick too. Unfortunately, it was not good. Our fresh guacamole was not good. When it arrived, my wife took a bite and immediately asked if it looked off. I tried it and it tasted as if the avocado used had started to go bad. They attempted to replace it with a new one, but it didn't taste much better. The pineapple jerk wings tasted good, but unfortunately we couldn't taste any pineapple. The BLTA was good. The food reminded us of the tourist restaurants on Hollywood Or Ft Lauderdale Beach based on taste and price. Service: 4 out of 5. The service was good overall, though the servers appeared to be gathering up and talking most of the time. Overall: 3 out of 5. This is a great spot for a happy hour or quick drink with a view. The food was not great especially for the price. This has strong tourist trap vibes, but could have potential to be a great hangout spot if the food gets better. read more

Lucky Fish - Seafood Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

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Food was good. The tuna poke bowl came with a great amount of tuna in it. VERY FRESH! Service; our bartender attending us was named Emilie. VERY attentive and constantly came around asking if we were ok. Manager was Shane. Came around twice while there asking if everything was ok. It wasn't. Bees are a little annoying. Asked him about it and in all sincerity, he made a very valid point! We are in an open environment and nature has a home here. We respected his honesty. 4 stars because of the bees. Our recommendation, get bit by a bee, get 1 free drink. 1 per customer. Other than the bees, the experience was great. read more

Lucky Fish - Seafood Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

Great addition to Dania Beach! I have been to the Pompano Beach location, so I was excited to see a new location open up with great ocean views. Plenty of outdoor seating near their large tiki bar. Be warned, it can be very windy. Bring a hair clip or wear a hat, otherwise it may become a hairy situation. The food was great! My favorite item is the Tuna Poke Nachos, but tried blackened shrimp tacos on this occasion and they were really good! Our server and rest of the staff were friendly and attentive. Parking (pay by app) can be a bit tricky if on a busy beach day, and occasionally Dania Beach employees are forced to temporarily close the parking lot. Be patient and/or opt to go earlier that you want to eat just in case. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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This restaurant offers beautiful ocean views and delicious food. However, be prepared to pay $5.45 per hour for parking. I'm giving it three stars because my French fries were cold, and the waitress never checked on us once the food arrived at the table. My water cup was empty while I was eating. I dined here at 12:00 p.m. on a Friday, so the place wasn't packed, but it did have a decent crowd. As a local, there are a lot better dining options in the city, but definitely a convenient spot if you're at the beach. read more

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Recently openly and hard to find but if you're headed to the Dania Pier it's a short walk from there. A great spot to unwind from a day on the beach or just to sit under a big tiki bar and listen to live music. Today it was very wet due to a thunderstorm. My hubby and I got soaked running back to the truck but still had a great time. Fun bartenders who poured me a Tito's and excellent fish dip. Parking costs $5 an hour and that sux but an Uber would be much more. read more

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What a great spot on Dania Beach! It's right off the beach, with great views of the waves and lots of breezes (be prepared with a hair tie or cap so your hair isn't blowing everywhere!) The menu isn't huge or varied- mostly fish dishes, but they are simple and just done well! I've had the fish tacos and fish bowl. The blackened mahi is delicious, and is a good portion of fish in each order. The tacos have been my favorite so far. The sauce is good and light and it's a good portion of fish. Service is great too. I thought they would be disorganized being so new but they seem to have figured it out! It's feels like there are plenty of servers around for everyone. I haven't had any mixed drinks from the bar yet so I can't report on that. There is live music nightly also to set the mood right. Parking can be tough- not a lot of spots in the area and it can get quickly crowded on a nice beach day. Overall, definitely check this brand new restaurant out! read more

Lucky Fish - Mahi salad - Seafood Near Me - Dania Beach, Florida

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So the guacamole appetizer is pretty small and served on a little bit of lettuce, and the tacos were OK. I've been here a couple other times and their main issues are quite really good. Love music and great service. read more

We happened to stop by and were overall impressed. Our server Kaitlyn was very attentive and really all of the staff were beyond friendly. A cool area with tiki tables and bar. Service was extremely friendly, we were greeted upon check in and the managers came by as well. The portions here are large! Poke nachos were a hit. My 12 year old enjoyed the double cheeseburger and my 9 year old enjoyed the foot long hot dog. The shrimp poboy was massive and the blackened fish sandwich was perfect. We will definitely have to come back next time we are in town. read more

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