Food is secondary to the music at this transformed location next to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Top-notch jazz and blues musicians are featured at this popular venue. The best local musicians come out to play every Friday and Saturday evening to an appreciative group of jazz fans. Lunch and dinner are served daily. Sunday brunch and a nightly Happy Hour are very popular.

Opened in late 1992, Mangos is a longtime favorite among locals and visitors to Gold Coast. Punctuating the heart of Las Olas Boulevard, the restaurant makes a great addition to the happening street's vibrant dining scene. Take a seat out on the patio and soak in the area's signature buzz while Florida's popular live bands create the right vibe. Enjoy one of the best happy hours in town with an array of inventive hand-shaken concoctions like Mango-Lada and Passion Punch. Chef Brian Wood serves up delectable seafood preparations like Snapper with a Banana Curry Sauce and Snow Crab Bisque. Their Double Fudge Walnut Brownie a la Mode deserves a special mention.

Royal Pig Pub may seem out of place, a smokehouse surrounded by office high rises, but the upscale food and exquisite beer selection do much to clarify the modern appeal of this barbecue and micro-brew hot spot. With 18 craft beers on tap and ten signature cocktails at the ready, the bartenders can't go wrong here. As the name suggests, pork is king at Royal Pig, even appearing in the bar's "Filthy Pig" cocktail, a signature dirty martini garnished with a bacon-wrapped, blue cheese-stuffed olive. The food at Royal Pig is equally top notch, featuring meat-heavy American cuisine prepared by executive chef Stanton Bundy. To taste the best contemporary cuisine Fort Lauderdale has to offer, stop on by the Royal Pig. 

Experience some of the best Italian food in an intimate and charming atmosphere at Cafe Vico Restaurant located in downtown Fort Lauderdale. The warm and casual interiors of the restaurant are reminiscent of Italy, decorated in Tuscan yellows, dark furnishing and black-and-white photographs. Meats and seafood are predominant on the menu which boasts of home-made Italian specialties like Gnocchi, Chicken Marsala, Veal Picatta, Risotto and Shrimp Scampi. And while you enjoy the food you can also sample some great wines from their handpicked collection. Private dining is also offered to suit small occasions like parties and formal gatherings.

Enjoy the best of Mexican food and over 200 varieties of tequila in an upbeat and happening environment. Your taste buds are in for a joyride and all your Mexican-fare favorites are served here, including saucy tortillas, enchiladas, quesadillas, and a spin on fajitas called "molcajetes." The fresh guacamole is made table-side and masterfully enhances the flavors of the dishes that it accompanies. The fun doesn't end until late, so sample tequila shots or chug on Mexican beer. Overall, Rocco's is a fun-filled destination for friendly nights out or family dinners.

Located amidst the sea of Italian eateries and French restaurants in the ever-so-vibrant Downtown area, Saint Tropez Bistro, as the name implies is a quintessential French bistro that stands out as one of the locals' top favorites. Diner can enjoy classic and authentic French cuisine in a whimsical cafe-esque setting that induces a very casual yet elegant ambiance. The menu boasts of superior ingredients and meat and seafood specialties like the Moules Marinieres (Steamed Mussels), Merguez Grillees (lamb sausages) and Escargots Persidalle (traditional snails). Bespoke wines and heavenly French desserts accompany the food, adding a finesse to whole dining affair.

Asia Bay serves the freshest seafood and sushi in contemporary setting. If you're not in the mood for seafood, the restaurant also serves delicious Thai cuisine. There are a lot of great options, including the Spicy Tuna Salad, Toro Jalapeno Roll, Pad Thai and Chicken Katsu. On a sunny day make sure you sit in their outdoor dining area.

True to its name, Posh is a spacious Mediterranean Bar. They serve a limited fare of meat and veggie preparations in an authentic Mediterranean style. Try the Mediterranean Sampler, it is an assortment of some of the dishes offered here. 'Flavored hookahs', is what this place is known for. If you're here you must try a puff of fruity flavored hookahs or lemon, coconut, or cappuccino.

Popeye's is a chain of fast food restaurants serving fried chicken. It opened in 1972 and has more than 1800 restaurants today in the USA and internationally. Their meals, in terms of taste, have been compared to and are supposedly better than America's other leading fast food chains. Besides chicken meals, the Popeye's menu also includes seafood items. Their award winning dish Popeye's Louisiana Legends is a specialty and is a must-try. Even though this place is packed most often, the staff manages to keep every customer happy!

Woke up at 3:00a and have a craving for eggs Benedict? The Floridian has got you covered. Open 24-hours seven days a week, this Fort Lauderdale standby serves up traditional diner comfort food whenever you want it. The portions are large, so don't forget your appetite. The atmosphere is cozy, and the walls are adorned with framed pictures of celebrities, a touch of classic Americana that even non-cultural mavens will love. For those burgers, sandwiches, breakfasts and more that remind you of Grandma's home cooking, make sure to stop by The Floridian, day or night.