From the boardwalks lining the Greater Fort Lauderdale coast to the suburbs near the famous Everglades swamps, you'll find restaurants as diverse as the region's landscape. Beachfront dining ranges from high-end seafood spots with toes in the sand (pet- and kid-friendly) to trendy taquerias serving hundreds of types of tequilas and mezcals.

Along Fort Lauderdale Beach, hotels open up to farm-to-table restaurants promoting the finest Florida farms (and seafood!); top-notch steakhouses sourcing prime cuts from across the country; and elegant Japanese restaurants led by teams trained by celebrity chefs, creating a cosmopolitan yet chic and coastal atmosphere.

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If you're cruising along the coast on the Water Taxi, you can hop off at spots around Las Olas or The Wharf Fort Lauderdale on the river, where five local food stalls, from barbecue to tacos, create an outdoor version of a food hall (There's even a James Beard Award-nominated chef behind the flagship restaurant, for those who prefer to sit down to eat).

Amid galleries and boutiques on Las Olas are some of the city's most sought-after spots, drawing a stylish crowd to lively lobster bars, craft beer-focused gastropubs, and Asian fusion restaurants that even offer private picnics served on gondolas navigating downtown canals. If you have your own boat, you can even dock at some of the restaurants along the Intracoastal Waterway, whose terraces showcase views of the many yachts floating nearby. Enjoy luxurious brunches, daily specials (or grill your own catches), and extravagant seafood towers.

Seafood restaurants in Greater Fort Lauderdale range from casual beach bars and dockside eateries (where cracking crabs with a mallet is part of the experience) to upscale fine dining establishments with wine lists curated to match the quality of the cuisine served. In neighboring areas like Dania Beach and Hollywood, you'll find iconic establishments that attract locals and visitors alike, including an old-fashioned ice cream parlor, dinner experiences with underwater mermaids, and Polynesian tiki fire shows, making them a popular attraction for families with children.

Many pedestrian walks and areas like Las Olas, FATVillage, and downtown Fort Lauderdale are dotted with European-style cafes and shops, wine and craft beer bars, rooftop restaurants run by DJs, and more relaxed food options like delis and smoothie bars, if you're looking for a quick beach snack.

Throughout the month of August, you can explore some of the best restaurants in Greater Fort Lauderdale during the Dine Out Lauderdale event. Restaurants offer fixed three-course menus at three different prices: $45, $55, and $75. Dining Greater Fort Lauderdale Dine al fresco with views of the Intracoastal Waterway. Or cozy up by the fire pit to enjoy a dish as memorable as the sunrise. From chic minimalism to majestic brick and wood, you'll find an atmosphere to suit your taste.

Find that tiki bar focused on margaritas you've been dreaming of. Watch Polynesian dancers spin fire and magic. Make a quick stop at a casual restaurant. Grab a creamy gelato to cool off from the beach. Or make a night of it with a luxurious dinner. Socialize with locals while enjoying pastries and stay for lunch at one of the stylish bistros.