Best Lunch Restaurants in River Oaks

124 restaurants available nearby

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1. Rendezvous-Ft Lauderdale

4.7

Exceptional(336)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • River Oaks

Booked 5 times today

Right on the waterway and located in beautiful Marina Bay, Fort Lauderdale. We are convenient to get to whether you come by car or boat. Along with an extensive menu, we also offer delicious daily lunch & nightly dinner specials.

2. Burlock Coast

4.7

Exceptional(1488)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Central Beach

Booked 23 times today

Offering modern coastal fare with a distinctly local undercurrent, Burlock Coast is an innovative restaurant-cafe-market-bar that channels the creativity of Prohibition era rumrunners. At the helm of Burlock Coast is Culinary & Beverage Director Paula DaSilva delivering only the highest quality seafood and produce as well as hand-crafted cocktails. Chef de Cuisine Adrienne Grenier drives the menu and evolves it seasonally and with daily specials. Floor to ceiling windows and open-air bar, expansive patio seating and breath-taking views of the Atlantic Ocean, Burlock Coast has been named one of the best restaurants on the beach. 20% service charge for parties of 6 or more will be added to the check. Please adjust at your discretion. For intimate occasions, celebrations or entertaining clients, we invite you to host your event in one of our private dining rooms. Contact us at (954) 302-6430 or email steve.mulch@ritzcarlton.com for more information regarding our private spaces.

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3. Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Fort Lauderdale

4.5

Awesome(783)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Colee Hammock

Booked 26 times today

Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar Fort Lauderdale serves a diverse menu of authentic Mexican food in a vibrant, casual atmosphere, located in the heart of Las Olas. Rocco's passion for bringing the best of Mexico's flavor AND fun to life is felt as soon as you walk in the door. Our attention to authentic, fresh Mexican flavors and ingredients can be tasted in all our dishes - enjoy fresh guacamole prepared table side, house made margaritas, and Rocco's uniquely inspired signature tacos. From lunch to late night, for dinner or take out, we invite you to enjoy a true taste of Mexico any day of the week. Be sure to stop in for our daily Happy Hour specials and our famous weekend Bottomless Brunch.

4. YOT Bar & Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(1236)

Price: Moderate

• American • River Oaks

Booked 20 times today

YOT Bar & Kitchen is Fort Lauderdale's Hottest hidden gem located inside the Lauderdale Marine Center!

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5. Moxies - Fort Lauderdale

4.8

Exceptional(439)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 58 times today

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.

6. YOLO

4.6

Exceptional(5835)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 113 times today

Operated by a philosophy that it derives its name from, YOLO 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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7. Louie Bossi Ristorante - Fort Lauderdale

4.7

Exceptional(6506)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Colee Hammock

Booked 119 times today

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.

8. Nubé Rooftop

4.5

Awesome(434)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Central Beach

Booked 29 times today

Where the sky's embrace meets ocean's gaze, atop the 26th floor of Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, Nubé offers panoramic views, craft cocktails & shareable plates. Our rooftop provides both indoor and outdoor seating options, featuring a wraparound glass balcony and walls that vanish into the breathtaking ocean views.As sunset hues fade to starry nights, sit seaside on the sky terrace, enjoy an intimate setting at the Solstice Bar and Lounge, and embrace the sky-high energy at the Lunar Bar, where the outside melds seamlessly with the inside.21+ for entry.Dress code: Our rooftop calls for an elevated ensemble that embodies the essence of seaside sophistication and resort-chic.We kindly ask guests to leave behind activewear, beach/pool attire and team athletic wear.At Nubé, the sky meets the sea in style!

9. Casa Sensei

4.5

Awesome(7254)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Colee Hammock

Booked 82 times today

BaoLasOlas provides a full service waterfront dinning experience. Modernly inspired with an ancient foundation- from taste & presentation to service & atmosphere BAO is sure to make you say WOW! We offer authentically unique pan-Asian cuisine. Speciality cocktails ranging from an Asian sunrise to a Bangkok Basil! An unforgettable atmosphere, commendable service, with a quality wine selection, and incredible food- all leading to not just a meal, but an experience. Bao, means treasure in Mandarin. Bao also happens to be a fluffy bun used widely throughout Asia to make the equivalent of Asian sliders. The biodiverse Asian continent offers a variety of tastes depending on the specific country. Bao"s focus is to harmonize these complex flavors and create a divers menu with a concentration on all natural proteins, fresh seafood, and local vegetables & herbs.

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10. The House on the River

4.4

Awesome(591)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sailboat Bend

Booked 110 times today

THE HOUSE is a historic oasis where people can eat, drink and celebrate day or night in true Florida Riviera style. Located directly on the New River referred to as the Venice of America, in the heart of Downtown Fort Lauderdale. This iconic structure is complemented by a charming eclectic use of vintage furniture with a whimsical twist, outfitted with mixed china, vibrant flowers and lush trees. The restaurant also features extensive outdoor patio seating set amongst umbrellas, making THE HOUSE the perfect waterfront destination in Fort Lauderdale. The outdoor seating is transformed into an intimate setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With one step in, guests are immediately transported to a sunny place, no matter the season.

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Annesha
Fort Lauderdale •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Limited lunch menu, server was not accommodating to substitution. It was a birthday celebration and had previously had French toast that was banging and wanted my sister to try it but unfortunately it didn’t happen.
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Burlock CoastPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Central Beach
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4.7
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Fatih
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Super delicious amazing food. Nice atmosphere and excellent service.
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Contessa - MiamiPrice: Expensive• Italian• Design District
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4.7
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Irenevip
New York City •16 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Super nice Waitor. We had a nice evening. Food was good. We enjoyed our meal very much.
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Rendezvous-Ft LauderdalePrice: Moderate• Seafood• River Oaks
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4.7
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Shannon
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 Nov 2024
A great spot with great atmosphere. We don’t live in Florida, but anytime we are here for vacation, we make sure to stop in for a meal at Rocco’s. Don’t forget the Tres Leches for dessert…….you will not be disappointed.
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Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Fort LauderdalePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Colee Hammock
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4.5

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124 restaurants available nearby

1. Rendezvous-Ft Lauderdale

2. Burlock Coast

3. Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar - Fort Lauderdale

4. YOT Bar & Kitchen

5. Moxies - Fort Lauderdale

6. YOLO

7. Louie Bossi Ristorante - Fort Lauderdale

8. Nubé Rooftop

9. Casa Sensei

10. The House on the River

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