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Trick Daddy's New Fort Lauderdale Restaurant Opens to Much Fanfare

By Olee Fowler

Sep 3, 2025

Trick Daddy has opened his highly anticipated soul food restaurant in Fort Lauderdale to long lines and fans eager to dig in.

Famed Miami Burger Joint is Coming to Fort Lauderdale

By Jose D. Duran

Aug 26, 2025

A viral Miami burger joint is coming to Fort Lauderdale, marking its second Broward spot after its future Dania Beach opening.

13 Best Breakfast Places in Fort Lauderdale

By Jesse Scott

Aug 26, 2025

From classics like Top Hat Deli and Foxy Brown to Café Bastille and Hatch, here are the best Fort Lauderdale breakfast spots.

Classic Plantation Bagel Shop Files for Bankruptcy

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Aug 25, 2025

A Plantation staple for bagels since 1975 has filed for bankruptcy, but will stay open while restructuring debts up to $10M.

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Historic Fort Lauderdale Restaurant the Ambry Hits Market for $2M

By Jose D. Duran

Aug 22, 2025

The Ambry, a beloved Fort Lauderdale German restaurant founded in 1981 by a soccer star, is being sold for $2.25 million.

Downtown Fort Lauderdale Bar Lucky's Tavern to Close After 15 Years

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Aug 21, 2025

A rowdy downtown Fort Lauderdale bar known for late-night drinks and dancing will close after 15 years near the New River.

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14 Best Old School Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Aug 19, 2025

From Lester's Diner to Tropical Acres, here are the 14 best old-school restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, plus their histories.

4 South Florida Giant Planta Vegan Restaurants Close Permanently

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Aug 15, 2025

South Florida vegan empire Planta has closed its Florida locations as its parent company files Chapter 11 amid mounting debts.

South Florida Night Owls Love This 24-Hour Froyo Shop

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Aug 8, 2025

An oceanfront frozen yogurt shop in Hollywood Beach is going viral online because it's open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

9 Must-Try Bagel Spots in Fort Lauderdale

By Jesse Scott

Jul 31, 2025

From Goldberg's and Marian's Bagels to Mitch's Downtown and Bagels & Co., here are the nine best bagels in Fort Lauderdale.

2025 Dine Out Lauderdale: Every Restaurant Announced So Far

By Olee Fowler

Jul 30, 2025

Dine Out Lauderdale returns August 1 to September 30 with $35 to $75 lunches and dinners at top Fort Lauderdale restaurants.

This Unexpected South Florida City Might Be The Next Foodie Hotspot

By Jesse Scott

Jul 28, 2025

A sprawling new waterfront restaurant in this South Florida suburb might transform the town into a foodie haven this August.

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We Got The Beats Will Host Laufey Release Party

By Flor Franceschetti

Jul 25, 2025

Fans of the Icelandic pop artist can preview her new album A Matter of Time at an event in Fort Lauderdale.

Why Are There So Many Chicken Restaurant Chains in Pompano?

By Clarissa Buch Zilberman

Jul 25, 2025

Pompano Beach residents are sounding off with hilarious comments about how there's a ridiculous number of chicken restaurants.

13 Must-Try Fort Lauderdale Beach Restaurants

By Jesse Scott

Jul 24, 2025

From oceanfront spots like Takato and Steak 954 to Casablanca and S3, here are the 13 best Fort Lauderdale Beach restaurants.

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Spirit Announces Nonstop Flights Between Fort Lauderdale and New Florida Beach Destination

By Celia Almeida

Jul 22, 2025

It is now the only airline that offers direct flights between the two cities.

South Florida Is Obsessed With This Hawaiian Matcha Milkshake

By Jesse Scott

Jul 17, 2025

A Hawaiian-inspired ice cream shop's matcha milkshake, blending matcha with a splash of aloha spirit, is going viral in Davie.

A Fort Lauderdale Brazilian Restaurant Is Booked Until 2030

By Olee Fowler

Jul 17, 2025

A Brazilian restaurant in Fort Lauderdale is booked through 2030, making it South Florida's toughest reservation to score.

How to Eat Like a Champ at an Inter Miami CF Game

By Rachel Costa

Jul 11, 2025

From delicious cocktails and field-side omakase to Argentine street food, here are the best eats at Inter Miami CF games.

The 9 Best Restaurants in Hollywood, Florida

By Jesse Scott

Jul 9, 2025

From quirky seafood joints to incredible ramen gems, Hollywood, Florida, is home to delicious food. Here are the 9 best spots.

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South Florida Crosswalks Unbothered by Pride Purge

Beloved Pompano Beach Festival Ends After 41 Years

Fort Lauderdale

South Florida Crosswalks Unbothered by Pride Purge

Beloved Pompano Beach Festival Ends After 41 Years

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