Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Fort Lauderdale Central

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Updated 05 September 2026

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Fort Lauderdale Central? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Eddie V's - Fort Lauderdale

4.9

4.9 (3814)

$50 and over

Seafood

City Centre

About the restaurant

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

Top review

JohnGold

Dined 2 days ago

We went to Eddie V's for my wife's birthday, as we usually do, for good reason. The food, staff, service and atmosphere is first rate. We always feel special when we are here. Great job Alev and team!

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Popular dish

10 oz Center Cut Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Bananas Foster Butter Cake

Popular dish

Chilean Sea Bass

Louie Bossi Ristorante - Fort Lauderdale

4.7

4.7 (7651)

$30 and under

Italian

Colee Hammock

About the restaurant

Louie Bossi's Ristorante, Bar & Pizzeria is a high-energy Italian eatery located on the famed Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. Everything on the menu is made from scratch using only the freshest ingredients. Chef Louie Bossi serves delicious house made pastas, wood burning Neapolitan pizzas, home cooked Sicilian comfort food and of course, Chef Louie's famous house cured salumi. From the hearth baked bread and artisan jams to handmade pastas and pizza dough, gelato and crema di limoncello, everything is house made using the time honored methods of old world Italian chefs.

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Leon

Dined 2 days ago

My nephew and his beautiful family were here for the weekend. Of course Louie Bossi was the restaurant of choice. The food was delicious as always. The service was exceptional. Our server was Elliot and he was incredible. Knowledgeable and professional. He added to an excellent dinner with family. Please thank him for us.

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American Social Las Olas

4.7

4.7 (213)

$31 to $50

American

Colee Hammock

About the restaurant

American Social is the place to eat, drink and be social. High-energy atmosphere. Award-winning menu. Live entertainment. Unique cocktails. Local beer and so much more. All in a space designed for electric, social experiences. Where conversations flow free and connections run deep. Where the stage is always set for having a good time.

Our carefully curated spaces are designed to spark your senses as our team sets the scene for your most memorable events. Big parties to parties of four. Big bash or an intimate gathering, you are guaranteed VIP treatment. Just tell us what you need and we’ll make it happen.

Located in the heart of the beautiful Las Olas Boulevard, this is the place to see and be seen while enjoying bold flavors, sipping on specialty cocktails or raising a glass to great friends and good times.

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Joshua

Dined on 18 Sept 2026

Great place to go grab a burger and a beer! Very lively

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Experience

Social Hour

The Wilder

4.7

4.7 (476)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Victoria Park

About the restaurant

This is the watering hole for bon vivants with a vision.
The venue offers a cool, relaxing, intoxicating space where you can escape with friends and get lost in a moment. It is comprised of three rooms with distinct personality - A cocktail bar, turning out masterfully executed libations, a terrace, for sun-drenched revelry, and a scintillating great room, hosting near-nightly parties for a sophisticated collection of clientele.

The atmosphere at the WILDER is playful, but elevated, intoxicating, but familiar, tropical, enticing, and a place to, well, get WILD, that feels more like a secluded, storybook escape than a bar or lounge. Guests are at ease, and the staff is polished, friendly, and faultless.

Kitchen open until 10PM

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DaineGold

Dined 5 days ago

It was very nice and relaxing, it was a Tuesday so it was not busy. The food and drinks was good, I would return.

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Moxies - Fort Lauderdale

4.7

4.7 (925)

$30 and under

American

City Centre

About the restaurant

Moxies is one of the best restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, located on E Las Olas Blvd. Offering a trendy and lively atmosphere, our two-level modern restaurant boasts a globally inspired menu, serving freshly made dishes perfect for all occasions: lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, late night eats, or weekend brunch. With indoor-outdoor bars on both levels, a spacious covered patio, and plenty of TVs, Moxies is the place to catch sporting events or enjoy Happy Hour in Fort Lauderdale. Indulge in our handcrafted cocktails and extensive wine list, which features half-priced bottles every Wednesday. Our restaurant can also host large group dining events, like bachelorettes, birthdays, and corporate events, and offers a private space on the 2nd level.

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Denise

Dined 4 days ago

Great food great drinks service very attentive always a 10/10 thank you

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Voodoo Bayou - Fort Lauderdale

4.7

4.7 (594)

$31 to $50

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Colee Hammock

About the restaurant

Coming Soon! A taste of New Orleans in Fort Lauderdale! Located on Las Olas Blvd, Voodoo Bayou features Unique Craft Cocktails, Cajun & Creole Cuisine and Decor that will transport you straight to The French Quarter.

Your taste buds are in for a treat from our award winning Fried Chicken to our Bourbon and Whiskey collection that includes over 150 brands perfect for the connoisseur.

We can't wait to meet you!

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OpenTable DinerGold

Dined 1 day ago

The brunch here was amazing. The live band was truly remarkable. The atmosphere that was set as you walk in with Amy Whinehouse being sang and the uniqueness of the restaurant was truly captivating

Earls Kitchen + Bar - Las Olas - Fort Lauderdale

4.7

4.7 (1207)

$30 and under

American

Colee Hammock

About the restaurant

Welcome to Earls Las Olas, our beautifully designed restaurant is located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale on the iconic Las Olas Boulevard. Our spacious restaurant features two levels of lively bars, a coastal modern dining room and two open-air patios, creating a seamless connection to the energy of Las Olas Boulevard. Our menu is Modern American with global inspiration, featuring a selection of USDA Prime grade steaks, a variety of fresh seafood and addictive dishes like our Sticky Korean Ribs and Spicy Calabrian Pasta.

Join us for our epic twice-daily Happy Hour, or indulge in one of our exclusive daily features including Half-Priced Martinis & Margaritas Monday, Half Price wine Tuesday and Bottomless Brunch every Saturday and Sunday. Whether you're relaxing after a day at the beach, catching up with friends, or enjoying a night of celebration, we are committed to creating unforgettable dining experiences.

Your table is ready. We can’t wait to see you!

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RyanGold

Dined 1 day ago

Earl’s has become a favorite spot for me and my friends. We are usually a large party of 8-10. We have been fortunate enough to have Keegan as our server twice now, and he’s always friendly, engaging, and attentive. The bottomless mimosa/aperol spritz/Bloody Marys is a good value. The food is excellent as well. If it’s not raining or too hot, as can be the case in South Florida, sitting outside on the upper deck is the best.

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4.6

4.6 (6443)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

City Centre

About the restaurant

Operated by a philosophy that it derives its name from, YOLO Restaurant and neighboring O Lounge are vibrant, much-loved staples in the South Florida culinary and nightlife scene. The swanky Fort Lauderdale restaurant and adjacent lounge serves thoughtfully prepared contemporary American cuisine in a sophisticated, bustling atmosphere that includes a bar and dining room with open kitchen, and an outdoor patio, and features inventive cocktails and an extensive wine list to complement the menu. The longtime Las Olas hotspot serves up lunch and dinner daily, and is legendary for its happy hour and Brunch on Saturday & Sunday.

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KathyGold

Dined 7 days ago

Nice dinner on a Monday night. Good food and good service. YOLO is reliable

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Popular dish

Yolo's Tomahawk Ribeye Steak 44oz

Popular dish

TOMAHAWK STEAK & EGGS 44oz

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Szechuan Calamari

Santorini by Georgios - Fort Lauderdale

4.6

4.6 (444)

$31 to $50

Greek

City Centre

About the restaurant

OPA! Santorini by Georgios brings the flavors of the Greek islands to Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale, set in a beautiful riverside location. Inspired by Mediterranean traditions and the Blue Zone way of eating, the menu features Georgios’ favorite Greek dishes made with whole ingredients, fresh seafood, grilled specialties, and shareable meze, served in a warm, inviting atmosphere designed for gathering and celebrating by the river.

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Manolo

Dined 3 days ago

The food was great, and our server was AMAZING. The hostess, not so much. My reservation was on an inside table but we were placed on the a table outside, next to a group smoking. We had to asked several times to move a table inside. They did.

Sparrow Rooftop Fort Lauderdale

4.5

4.5 (960)

$31 to $50

Asian

Flagler Village

About the restaurant

A sky-high urban hideaway located on the rooftop of The Dalmar, Sparrow Fort Lauderdale offers guests a one-of-a-kind cocktail and culinary experience in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. Sparrow is anchored by both a main bar and lounge indoors, and an outdoor bar with a mix of city and ocean views, both boasting deliciously inventive menus. Sparrow’s cocktail program includes a range of selections from easy-drinking aperitifs to tropical riffs on classics and large format group offerings, while the scratch ingredient-driven food program consists of creative, shareable plates.

Large Parties greater than 6 guests:
Please contact us directly at reservations@sparrowbar.com

Dress Code Policy:
Your comfort is our main priority; however, to enhance the experience of all of our guests, we ask that you dress in a fashion that complements the atmosphere. Please avoid beachwear, athletic jerseys, and athletic shorts, as well as sleeveless shirts and sandals/flip flops. *Strict 21+ only policy.

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Peters

Dined on 20 Sept 2026

Amazing, great vibe and good food. It's a great place to go on a date.

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