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Lona Cocina Tequileria, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Lona Cocina Tequileria

4.1
4.1
3211 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican
321 N. Ft Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
Celebrated chef Pablo Salas brings Lona Cocina Tequileria to Fort Lauderdale Beach. Lona, offers an eclectic, modern twist on traditional Mexican cooking in a chic, yet funky environment. A diverse menu includes ceviches, crab-infused guacamole, tostadas, tacos, meats from the grill and shareable sides at an affordable price. The outdoor patio and bar offer breathtaking views of the Atlantic ocean and beach serving a special menu of snacks, small plates and tacos as well as a selection of agave-centric craft cocktails, freshly-made margaritas, house-made sangrias, Micheladas (perfect for the beachfront vibe) and, for true tequila worshipers, agave flights. Private and semi-private dining options are available for groups of 10 to 200 guests.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tapas / Small Plates, Regional Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 11:30–01:00 Thu–Sat 11:30–02:00 Brunch Sun 11:30–15:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Wed 17:00–01:00 Thu–Sat 17:00–02:00 Sun 15:00–01:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Pablo Salas
  • Catering
    Private dining available for special occasions from 10 to 200 guests. We have 4 unique spaces to select from for your next celebration.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Lona Cocina Tequileria can accommodate all of your special event needs. Private and semi-private dining available for 10 to 200 guests. We have 5 unique spaces to select from for your next celebration.
  • Private party contact
    Leticia Canossa, Private Dining Sales Manager: (954) 245-3064
  • Area
    Central Beach
  • Cross Street
    Beach Boulevard
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Entrance. Diners receive validation from 7 am-3 pm is $8, and the price for the night is $10 for 3 hours. Sunday is $10 for 3 hours.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Sunday Bottomless Brunch

    US$49.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Unlimited Brunch Mexican buffet style from Action Stations and bottomless brunch cocktails for $49 per person including unlimited Lona margaritas, mimosas, and bloody marys. A la carte limited menu available from 12:30 pm to 3:00pm
    Sunday Bottomless Brunch photo
  • Flavors of Mexico - Mercadito Night

    US$45.00 per person

    16 Apr 2025 only
    A Monthly Tradition – Miércoles de Mercadito 🌮🍹🎶 Welcome to Mercadito Night, the ultimate midweek escape where authentic Mexican flavors meet Fort Lauderdale’s beachfront vibes. Every third Wednesday of the month, Lona Cocina transforms into a lively Mexican market-style fiesta, offering an immersive dining and social experience unlike any other. Whether you’re looking for a fun night out with friends, a midweek celebration, or a taste of Mexico without leaving the beach, Mercadito Night is the place to be! 📅Special Edition – Wednesday, April 16th ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 💰 Price: $45++ per person What’s Included? ✅ Unlimited access to live food stations featuring: Handmade tamales, crispy empanadas, fresh guacamole, authentic tacos, and sweet churros ✅ Bottomless Lona Margaritas ✅ Live DJ spinning Latin beats ✅ Vibrant, oceanfront ambiance perfect for socializing and relaxing 🌟 Why Mercadito Night? 🌟 This isn’t just an event—it’s a monthly tradition! A chance to gather with friends, meet new people, and experience Mexico’s lively culture through food, drinks, music, and entertainment. 👉 Spots are limited, so reserve now and don’t miss Fort Lauderdale’s newest Wednesday night hot spot!
    Flavors of Mexico - Mercadito Night photo
  • Easter Enhance Brunch Celebration

    US$55.00 per person

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Hop into Easter Brunch at Lona! Celebrate Easter Sunday with us by the beach! Join us for a vibrant and festive brunch featuring: 🐰 A visit from the Easter Bunny for photos 🎶 Live Mariachi entertainment ✨ A surprise chef-inspired Easter dish Enjoy an unforgettable spread of brunch favorites, good vibes, and oceanfront views—perfect for a family outing or a fun Sunday with friends. Pricing: • $55++ with bottomless Mimosas, Lona Margaritas & Bloody Marys • $45++ food only • $35++ kids under 12

Private dining

What 3,211 people are saying

Lona Cocina Tequileria reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lona Cocina Tequileria offers a vibrant atmosphere with breathtaking ocean views. "Fantastic food and great variety," especially the lobster quesadilla and carne asada tacos, delight patrons. The margaritas and tequila selection are notable highlights. "Super friendly" staff add to the experience, though service speed can vary. Ideal for a lively dining adventure!
3,211 Reviews
  1. Lawrence

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic location with amazing food. The tacos, salads and quesadillas were all out of this world!

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  2. HEATHER VIP

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, especially since its location is very tourist centric. Good for lunch, great view.

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  3. APRIL VIP

    Nashville9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good and nice patio view. Service was a bit slow and not very attentive.

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  4. Tressa

    Charlotte9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been twice so far on vacation and both times have been awesome! All of the waitstaff is super friendly and make great suggestions. The lobster quesadilla, carne asada tacos, nachos and queso are fantastic! We have a couple more days here, so we will probably be going at least one more time!

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  5. Erin VIP

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 7 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice but fast. Out of spicy avocado Margarita, the best part of the place, trade in was a regular spicy margarita with casamigos tequila at + $25! $$$$. Food is good, not great. View and staff are top notch! Order slow or be in and out like MacDo.

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  6. Terri VIP

    Detroit9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 7 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good. Two of the mixed drinks at our table were meh. Food was out quickly but service was spotty.

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  7. Emily

    Treasure Coast2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We made a reservation for five people to have brunch, we chose the option for outdoor seating. I never saw a note that said it wasn’t guaranteed as it gave me the option to request it. The hostess told us we couldn’t sit outside, although after we got seated inside we saw an open table empty the entire time we were there for brunch, I told him we were super upset about it because the main reason we came was to be outside in the sun and listen to music, he didn’t care whatsoever. Then we waited at our table for a while before getting greeted, we paid for the bottomless drinks and the service was super slow 15-20+ minutes for another round of drinks. We asked for water multiple times finally she brings it and it’s plastic cups with no ice. Unfortunate because the food was phenomenal the price you pay for the meals is 100% worth the deal, the chefs were very accommodating and everything was delicious. Perfect display of buffet. Not the best experience, but the food saved the review.

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  8. Scott VIP

    Fort Lauderdale22 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    was looking forward to a relaxing dinner on the beach. wW were seated less than a minute with the waitress asking...what appetizers can I get started for you?" Slow it down sister. we haven't 1) looked at a menu yest and 2) don't you start with water/drinks first? Less than 2 minutes later, she was back ready to order? We politely said we are here to have a leisurely meal which she acknowledged. There were a ton of open tables with no one waiting to get seated. We order drinks and when they came, we did order our entrees. I noted that we sat down at 7:50 for our 8pm reservation and our food came at 8:14pm. WTF? It was odious that everything was microwaved and was prepared previously. 2 of us had to send our food back because it was still cold in the center (chicken enchaladas). Bottom line, we don't be going back. Too rushed, mediocre food not worth the value. It reminded us why se don't eat often on the beach. We'll leave those places for the tourists.

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  9. sarah VIP

    Washington DC7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    It was a disappointing experience. Appetizer was good but the entrees were pretty bland. The worst part was the atmosphere, though. We had our daughters with us and they sat us next to another young family with four kids. It was great until they brought in four very drunk adults and sat them next to our two families. They were loud, vulgar, and obnoxious. They carried their own drinks into the restaurant and were clearly inebriated. We ended up not finishing our food, we got our check and left.

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  10. Amanda

    Houston2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 1 April 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Zero taste to Mexican food, was so bland. Veggie fajita was like nothing I’ve ever seen, and was overcooked. Fish was dry in fish tacos.
    Lona Cocina TequileriaResponded on 3 April 2025
    Hello Amanda, We're truly sorry to hear about your experience at Lona Cocina Tequileria. It's disappointing to know that our food did not meet your expectations. We pride ourselves on our flavorful Mexican cuisine, and it's clear we missed the mark during your visit. We take your feedback seriously and will use it to improve our dishes. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our food. Best regards, The Management Team

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FAQs

Lona Cocina Tequileria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (954) 245-3069.

Lona Cocina Tequileria is rated 4.1 stars by 3211 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Lona Cocina Tequileria

321 N. Ft Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Beach Boulevard
  • Area
    Central Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Wed, Sun 11:30–01:00 Thu–Sat 11:30–02:00 Brunch Sun 11:30–15:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Wed 17:00–01:00 Thu–Sat 17:00–02:00 Sun 15:00–01:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tapas / Small Plates, Regional Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Entrance. Diners receive validation from 7 am-3 pm is $8, and the price for the night is $10 for 3 hours. Sunday is $10 for 3 hours.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Pablo Salas
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Private dining available for special occasions from 10 to 200 guests. We have 4 unique spaces to select from for your next celebration.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Lona Cocina Tequileria can accommodate all of your special event needs. Private and semi-private dining available for 10 to 200 guests. We have 5 unique spaces to select from for your next celebration.
  • Private party contact
    Leticia Canossa, Private Dining Sales Manager: (954) 245-3064
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