El Vez-Ft. Lauderdale

Name: El Vez-Ft. Lauderdale
Address: 401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States, 33304
Telephone: (954) 414-8336
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1272 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 23 times today

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Great for outdoor dining

Stephen Starr brings traditional Mexican fare with a touch of Baja flavor to sunny South Florida.

**Reservations accepted for in-door dining only. Our terrace seating is first come-first serve based on availability and weather permitting.**

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 07:30–11:30 Lunch Daily 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
Phone number
(954) 414-8336
Website
http://www.elvezftlauderdale.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual

Location
401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Area
Central Beach
Parking details
Valet Available at The W Fort Lauderdale
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,272 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Fort Lauderdale East
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

El Vez-Ft. Lauderdale offers a vibrant atmosphere with great ocean views and an inviting patio. Guests praise the "amazing food" and "great service," highlighting standout dishes like the "best nachos" and tacos. While the drinks could be more generous, the restaurant remains a favorite for its "delicious" Mexican cuisine and friendly staff.

1,272 Reviews

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Tom
Greater Boston
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
White and red wines were lousy. Margarita was excellent. Food small portions way overpriced
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Jennifer
VIP
Fort Lauderdale
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best view! Great food, and great service! We always have a great time!
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Annette
VIP
Fort Lauderdale
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I miss the old El Vez. The menu was more extensive having real dinners not just tacos, quesadillas and snacks. I’ve been to the original restaurant in Philadelphia and then when it opened here in Fort Lauderdale. I haven’t been in over a year. But the menu has changed and the food is overly salted. Mexican corn is nothing like Mexican corn. I won’t be going back until the chef changes.
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John
VIP
Louisville
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service by Arty and very tasty chicken quesadilla, street corn, plantains con queso and tres leches dessert with great outdoor seating across from the beach!
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keith
Raleigh
83 reviews
4.0
83 reviews
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Artie my server was very friendly. So was the light skinned black hostess Sunday night. Chicken tortilla soap was delicious.
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Carol
VIP
Fort Lauderdale
57 reviews
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a very nice experience this afternoon at one of our favorite local restaurants. Jayda greeted us warmly and found fabulous outside seating. Ethan was our attentive waiter. Of course, the margaritas are very good, and favorites Nacho Mama and Carnitas tacos were just darn good. An unexpected surprise was the chicken burrito. Just outstanding. We'll be back with friends and family!
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Emily
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great and our server Nikki (Nicky?) was amazing and so friendly!! Will definitely try and make it back
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Cayla
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 30 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Everything was just ok. The service started out poorly, our server did not offer us drinks or alcoholic drinks or ask if we wanted them, we had to hunt her down and ask for them. Which is unusual because most restaurants want to upsell alcoholic beverages. And then everyone else got their food before us and ordered after we did. The food was delish. But it was loud. This also was not the first time at the restaurant, although it had been a few years since being there. Not sure if we would be back. Also online they have a gluten free, vegan menu but at the restaurant they do not. Overall experience was just ok as there were pros and cons. Which you don’t want to experience the cons while on vacation.
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Phyllis
New York City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 28 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The vibe was great! I was able to have a great conversation with my friends without having to shout in a noisy restaurant. The atmosphere was awesome because the weather was perfect to be able to sit out on the open patio. The food was amazing and the wait staff were friendly and personable. I’m looking forward to going back.
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Chris
Vancouver
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were excellent. I particularly like the corn (off the cob) and tortilla soup.
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FAQs

El Vez-Ft. Lauderdale offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (954) 414-8336.

El Vez-Ft. Lauderdale is rated 4.6 stars by 1272 OpenTable diners.

El Vez-Ft. Lauderdale does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Central Beach
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 07:30–11:30 Lunch Daily 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Valet Available at The W Fort Lauderdale
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.elvezftlauderdale.com/
Phone number
(954) 414-8336

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El Vez-Ft. Lauderdale

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What 1,272 people are saying

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Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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