50 Best Cocktail Bars in Fort Lauderdale

“Jel absolutely crushed it. Passionate about cocktails, and led me on a journey for the evening. Ended up with 3 cocktails that told a story from start to finish and I feel well taken care of with her suggestions. The nightcap was everything I could ask for, and the Cubano was absolutely amazing. 10/10 would recommend. Extremely well done, and so happy about the passion and trust in the staff.“

“Wonderful food and such excellent service! Definitely will be back! Loved the fritters and the poutine, sooo yummy!“

“We started coming here recently and now we visit a few times a week. The Burata pie is my favorite followed by their pear pasta appetizer.“

“wonderful cocktails and tapas!“

“Casa Calabria is one of our favorite hidden gems in Fort lauderdale everytime we visit, but Dominic makes our visits truly special. His warmth, kindness, and genuine care makes us always feel like family from the moment we sit down. Every time we're in south Florida, this is the place we go!! Dominic goes above and beyond with every detail—perfect timing, thoughtful recommendations, and the kind of hospitality you don’t forget. Dominic turns every great dinner into a memorable night. We’ll definitely be asking for him every time. ❤️🍝 The atmosphere is unforgettable and addictive! It's like youre in Italy in Fort Lauderdale, and that's what we were looking for! Everyone greets you with a smile. The food- is amazing and we have tried it all! Dessert and coffee is top notch and you can tell it's homemade. This place is authentic, fun, and very family friendly. We recommend this as a must try in Lauderdale, and recommend Dominic if you want a family oriented vibe! Tell him Cooper & Carson sent you!! And call him Domino 😊“

“Great spot for events and live music! The staff is awesome and the vibe is always right. They also host some great stand up comedy nights.“

“great food and great place to watch Panthers Hockey“

“Karolina and the general manager were AWESOME! They truly made us feel like we were their number 1 priority. The staff as a whole were extremely attentive. The food and atmosphere were excellent - we will definitely be back again!! We also had a large party and they were extremely smooth with the transition. Thank you for having us!“

“Wife and I stopped in here for our 1st meal of a recent trip to Ft Lauderdale. A bit wary from travel delays and having only a modest lunch while leaving home, we were hungry. We were absolutely blown away by our server Alayna. She was incredibly kind, genuine, and was right on the spot with anything we might have needed that evening. Easily one of the best servers we’ve had in the 15 years we’ve been together. Thank you Alayna!“

“Adorable bartender worth going to to see him.“

“Great people... good prices. Fun place.“

“An awesome place where everybody knows your name. The prices are very affordable and the Drinks are ice cold. Not to forget some good old-school Bartenders like AM Dave on the weekends at 7am. Sherbear and Kelly in the afternoon. Trace and Tim at night will ensure your favorite sports are on one of the 8 TV's.“

“Great food, friendly service, and a beautiful atmosphere.“

“We went here for happy hour. And a great happy hour it is. 7 days from 2pm - 6pm. All items are $5.55 each.

We had 1 of each food item (buffalo wings, broccoli, cheddar & bacon bites, fried pickles, spinach arancini & hummus). They were all delicious. We had 2 Pinot Grigio’s & 2 Mule’s. Great drinks.

We had the lava cake desert not at happy hour pricing but it was great!!!

We will be back.“

“Had lunch at the Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar and it was fantastic. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the service was attentive and friendly. The whole place has such a great, relaxed vibe—perfect for an easy, enjoyable meal. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to!“

“Amazing outdoor atmosphere! It is a super lively environment with live music, making it a great happy hour spot for crew and yachties. They have a bunch of food trucks and small stalls to check out. While the tacos I had were mediocre at best, the venue and the vibe totally made up for it. Will definitely be back for the great energy!“

“The food, cocktails and staff over the top wonderful! We highly recommend the great menu and the margaritas were delicious! The staff was so efficient, helpful and full of fun! Please give them try...you will not regret your decision!“

“All I can say is wow ! I am so pleasantly surprised at the impeccable service we received by our bartender Dustin, not only was his smile and energy contentious he was so passionate about his job it made me question why I haven’t been here sooner.this place is amazing but the staff especially Dustin made it fun and memorable. Oh and the music is amazing if you born in the 90s“

“the food and service was excellent and we came all the way from Jersey Shore“

“Great food and atmosphere. Excellent service. Highly recommend!🩷“

“Great place for a celebration!“

“Was very impressed. My date and I had the cornbread , oyster rockefeller and the truffle deviled eggs, impressive intricate cajun menu“

“Checked out this great restaurant last night. The food was magnificent. Wow!! Everything was so tasty and the flavors melded well. Please check it out. We had the Jerk Plaintain, Thai style Charred cabbage salad, which had some great tasting pork, sweet and tangy wings and the Thai style crab fried rice. Can’t wait to go back and try the snapper.“

“On June 16, we went to Kaluz Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale to celebrate my mother’s 85th birthday. We are regulars at Kaluz to the point where we have the cell phone numbers of several employees. In a nutshell, Anthony, the manager, should not hold that position in a restaurant like Kaluz. My husband and Anthony exchanged words and Anthony’s solution to the issue was telling us, “You should not come back here. The owners do not want parties larger than five people.” My jaw dropped. I could not believe that a manager’s solution to an issue about seating us sooner, while we waited for two other people in our party, especially since my 85-year-old mother could not stand for long, was to tell us, on two separate occasions, that we should not come back. Anthony also put the entire blame on the owners of the restaurant. We go to Kaluz almost on a weekly basis, tip extremely well and have taken countless people there that have also ended up being regulars at Kaluz. No restaurant manager should EVER tell a customer, regular or not, to not come back regardless of the issue. Needless to say, we will not be going back to Kaluz as long as Anthony continues working“

“My 17 yea old had the whole Pampano and loved it!“

“Day 5 Happy Hour at El Camino location in Boca Raton, FL was incredible. The place was buzzing, but the atmosphere was fantastic. We snagged a table pretty quickly despite the crowd. Our server, John, was top-notch. We started with a $6 margarita & a michelada, & the tamarind straw was a game-changer. The food was phenomenal - chips with salsa, pork tamale, chicharrones, & more. We were stuffed, but the flavors were perfection. What a steal!“

“We just had dinner there and the food and the server was great but they lost our debit card from the table to check out. Instead of just saying I’m sorry and don’t worry about the bill they asks for another card. Now we are having to cancel a card they lost and running late to get my nephew back his broadway show tour at the performance arts center because we are looking for the card. Very dissatisfied in there customer service“

“My date and I had a great time! So much fun! Wonderful staff, good drinks, and loved the music!“

“Service was modest. Food was good and fresh but the menu was different than what is posted on their site.“

“Came for a friend's 40th birthday. Came on a Saturday morning for private party. Atmosphere was fun and welcoming, lots of games to keep you entertained and good vibes from all the staff. I recommend the Watermelon Vine ( It will creep up on you but soo yummy) would be back for date night.“

“We were so impressed with the menu choices, how nice everyone was & how delicious our food was. They definitely take so much pride in the food the serve. We will definitely recommend this restaurant. Our server Raanan was the best! Thank you for treating us like family 😊“

“Great food, fun, and atmosphere. Excellent service don't miss a beat! 🩷“

“Went to the Palm Room on Las Olas this Saturday, and once again had an amazing time. I’ve been here before and enjoyed it, so I decided to come back with friends—and it did not disappoint. The crowd is very mixed, which made us feel comfortable right away. The drinks were great and reasonably priced, and the music was on point. Definitely recommend checking it out.“

“We had the best date night at Puya urban Cantina, it’s a kosher taco place, perfect for date night and definitely get the spicy margarita. Ask for Yuval who is their manager and takes extra care of
Guests. They accommodated my drink request and ultimately we had the best kosher date night in Hollywood. 10/10 recommend.“

“came here for a quick saturday night dinner.. had a nice time.. service was impeccable.. nice to be treated well while you eat a delicious meal.. we both had the churrasco steak with white rice.. excellent stuff, and definitely recommend stopping by.. atmosphere was super welcoming.. positive experience..“

“Last night, we dined at Maass and had the privilege of sitting at the chef’s counter. The experience was nothing short of amazing! They graciously accommodated my veganism, although I must admit, I indulged and opted for vegetarian dishes last night. Meanwhile, LD fully immersed himself in the tasting menu. Chef Ryan Ratino, along with his Michelin-accoladed team at Maass in Fort Lauderdale, curated a truly spectacular experience.“

“Local gem tucked away in small shopping plaza located on Commercial near Lauderdale By The Sea. The food and ambiance were top notch. You walk in and your immediately transported to a speakeasy inspired venue space with some of THE BEST PIZZA I’ve had the pleasure of indulging in. Better than NY pizza hands down and I’m from NYC. The edges of the crust were crispy to perfection with a beautiful focaccia like interior. Make sure you order the “Ba Wit Da Za” hands down my favorite! The bartenders and servers are just as cool as the place is. Fun, edgy, full of energy and super knowledgeable on their menu. The Chef there really knows what he’s doing. A stellar experience, cannot wait to try another pizza! Every time I go I plan to try a different one, they had so many to choose from!“

“I’ve been going to the Bistro for many years and weather it’s a night in the barroom or having a delicious full course meal in the dining room 😎 Every time it’s been an Outstanding experience with Great service and the Most Delicious Food of many different kinds !!! 😁🫶 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🇺🇸“

“Awesome vibe, great drinks and service. Nice outside patio with Local food treats which are different every night. Also it's a Dog Friendly venue as well. I recommend to anyone. It's the New Hip Low Key Bar in Downtown Fort Lauderdale! A+++++“

“Collin is an awesome bartender! Had a great time at this speakeasy in the middle of the afternoon. Super cool vibes and pizza was excellent“

“The two owners that work here are AMAZING. I love the atmosphere here and is a true hidden Gem in Las Olas. The hookahs here are brilliant and the menu items are perfect. Definitely recommend for a nice hang out spot and a bite to eat. If you're looking for a place to hang out that isn't overly crowded this is definitely the place for you! They have plenty of games to keep you entertained. Also if you're looking for a place for nice conversations this is the place for you too. A nice breath of fresh air from the craziness of downtown. The music is not overwhelming and tasteful. Stop in and Grab a drink, I promise you will not regret it.Indoor and outdoor seating is a plus“

“This restaurant is exceptional! we went with our family after our civil ceremony and their service was beyond expectations. they made every effort to accommodate us as we found them very last minute and the weather turned rainy and windy suddenly. we wanted to sit outside, and they reserved the table without hesitation and then afterwards accommodated us inside when the rain started. They were so attentive, courteous, and made sure we were all taken care of. they had live music with an excellent singer who was talented and played with our kids and sang with them. the hostess Sally, was kind and sweet and very attentive!. Michael was a great server as well. ! all of them were great! the food was superb! great tasting with many options and excellent quality. thank you so much for making our night special. I will highly recommend this restaurant.“

“First time eating here. We were seated by the hostess and you could tell that she's done this 1 million times while she was very cordial and smiling, it just seemed very rehearsed. However, that changed with our server. He was amazing sincere over the top service that will make us return again. As far as the food, it was very good. The Bimini bread was off the chart.“

“Had a wonderful evening dining outdoors at Aqua Waterfront Bistro the other night. The great food and service in a relaxing atmosphere were the perfect mix. Will go back.“

“The food is delicious I have never had a bad meal there.“

“Listen don't walk....RUN and ask for Kass!! Her service is impeccable!! Whatever she recommends get it...we got the Birria tacos(my regular), the camaron(shrimp)tacos (she recommended), frozen passionfruit mojito (she recommended)... everything she recommended was 🔥🔥🔥🔥 you won't regret it!!“

“Sehr lecker und macht viel Spaß“

“We are staying at the Hyatt and decide to visit Harborwood Urban Kitchen our first night. The restaurant’s menu is elevated, as well as the cocktail and bourbon selections. We tried the empanadas based on our server, Janet’s, recommendations and they were amazing. We lucked out getting her as our server as she couldn’t not have been more awesome! Cannot say enough good things about her. She gave us so many recommendations for places to check out during our stay. Cannot go wrong with this place. Great food but be sure to ask for Janet when you come here. She is truly a gem!“

“It always absolutely awesome the scenery and the food was delicious.“

“Always fun vibe hanging at bar.“