According to the Sun Sentinel, the hospitality company has signed to take over the 2200 N. Ocean Blvd. space. It plans to launch a Fort Lauderdale location of Del Mar, its high-end, coastal Mediterranean restaurant with existing outposts in Columbus, Ohio, Naples, and West Palm Beach. The group is reportedly pouring millions into a complete redesign, aiming to reopen by fall 2025 for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.
According to the website, Del Mar "leans into Southern Europe and North Africa flavors," with a rotating menu built around fresh seafood, olive oil, earthy spices, and seasonal vegetables. Think wood-fired lamb tagine, shareable mezze, grilled fish, and raw bar selections that will be served in the property's airy, beachside setting.
While a menu has not yet been released, highlights from the Naples location include spicy lamb sausage, Turkish flat bread, charred octopus, caramelized onion bread, and loaded hummus with pomegranate braised lamb and green tahini.
Known for bringing high-end, globally influenced cuisine to the beach, the chef reimagined the menu with touches of South American and Caribbean flavor, introduced a sushi bar, and leaned into elevated seafood staples like miso-glazed halibut and coconut ceviche.
Since its closing, some members of the Dune team are expected to transition to Ocean Prime, which opens at the new Las Olas Marina in late April.
Del Mar. 2200 N. Ocean Blvd. Fort Lauderdale; delmarmediterranean.com. Expected to open in fall 2025.
Dune by Laurent Tourondel has officially closed at the Auberge Beach Residences in Fort Lauderdale, making way for a new concept from Cameron Mitchell Restaurants.
Del Mar photo
While a menu has not yet been released, highlights from the Naples location include spicy lamb sausage, Turkish flat bread, charred octopus, caramelized onion bread, and loaded hummus with pomegranate braised lamb and green tahini.
Dune by Laurent Tourondel is one of the most romantic restaurants in Fort Lauderdale.
Dune by Laurent Tourondel photo
The End of Dune by Acclaimed Chef Tourondel
Dune had undergone multiple reinventions since its first opening in 2018, but Tourondel’s arrival in 2021 marked a more ambitious era.Known for bringing high-end, globally influenced cuisine to the beach, the chef reimagined the menu with touches of South American and Caribbean flavor, introduced a sushi bar, and leaned into elevated seafood staples like miso-glazed halibut and coconut ceviche.
Since its closing, some members of the Dune team are expected to transition to Ocean Prime, which opens at the new Las Olas Marina in late April.
Del Mar. 2200 N. Ocean Blvd. Fort Lauderdale; delmarmediterranean.com. Expected to open in fall 2025.
