Seafood Restaurants near Tamarac

“Had the Shawarma Chicken bowl and lamb sandwich one of the best and so friendly definitely be back 😋“

“I don’t know where to begin with reviewing this wonderful seafood spot! We are from Maryland where Blue Crabs are a staple! These folks know Crabs and Seafood! Always prepared to perfection! If you try their Crabs and seafood you will be hooked like we are! Great people as well! They are the kind of people you meet once and consider them as family. They are always very appreciative of your business. Just all around great people. Let’s support these folks every chance we get!“

“Sometimes the best meals don’t come from the fanciest dining rooms—they come from places that simply know how to cook food with flavor. That’s exactly why La Granja continues to earn a loyal following throughout South Florida.

On this visit, I ordered the half chicken with rice, black beans, and sweet plantains. From the first bite, it was obvious why people keep coming back. The chicken was juicy, well-seasoned, and packed with flavor throughout. Every piece had that slow-marinated taste that many chicken chains try to achieve but rarely deliver.

The black beans were a standout. Rich, savory, and full of flavor, they tasted like they had been simmering for hours rather than scooped from a steam table. Paired with the rice, they created the kind of comfort-food combination that feels homemade.

The sweet plantains brought the perfect balance of sweetness to the plate, soft and caramelized with just the right amount of color.

What truly separates La Granja from the competition is the onion bar. The selection of spicy onions, garlic onions, and fresh pico-style onions allows customers to customize every bite. Those toppings add acidity, texture, freshness, and heat that elevate the entire meal. As a chef, I appreciate details like that because they’re the difference between a good meal and a memorable one.

And yes, I’m going to say it: La Granja is better than Pollo Tropical. The chicken is more flavorful, the black beans have more depth, and the condiment bar creates a more complete dining experience. While Pollo Tropical helped popularize Caribbean-style grilled chicken in South Florida, La Granja delivers a bolder flavor profile that keeps me coming back.

Rating: 9/10

If you’re looking for flavorful chicken, excellent black beans, sweet plantains, and one of the best condiment bars in South Florida, La Granja remains one of the best values in town. Sometimes simple food done right beats everything else.“

“I thank God for Ms. Camille. She displayed PHENOMENAL Customer Service skills. She makes Carl's Seafood Restaurant look GOOD. If the owner reads this comment, PLEASE take care of Camille before someone experiences her GOLDEN Customer Service and steals her from you to enhance THEIR business.
SALUTE TO CAMILLE! 🙏🏽👍🏼“

“Great experience. Love the buffet.“

“Good food and high class restaurant. I recommend 100%“

“This was the perfect seafood spot for crab legs! The AYCE option is a great deal at $58 per adult and $20 per child ages 4+. Everything came out fresh, and the lemon pepper wings were absolutely incredible. The crab legs and sauce were amazing as well.

The sauce comes in three spice levels—mild, medium, and hot. Medium was my favorite because it had the perfect balance of flavor with just the right amount of kick. We definitely overate and were pretty crabbed-out by the end.

The Nutella crepe cake was incredible—we loved it so much that we ordered three! We’ll definitely be back.“

“I can't get enough of this place; everything is fresh and tasty and the prices are good. I'm there at least once a week and drive a half hour for their mahi mahi. The lobster rolls are big and meaty and the shrimp is always prepared perfectly.“

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

“I went with my parents and sister on a Sunday afternoon, our server Isabella was excellent, the food was delicious and all the chefs were very polite and respectful, Isabella was attentive, friendly and welcoming to us, 10/10 will come again“