Laser Wolf

901 Progresso Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
​The famous site where we met. If you like craft beer and beautiful courtyards, or if you just want to see where the first sparks flew, check out Laser Wolf. 
  • "Yes beer.  No jerks." 
  • Free parking
  • Sometimes there is a food truck but it's not guaranteed. Eat before you go 
  • Casual dress

Louie Bossi's ​Ristorante Bar Pizzeria

1032 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Award winning pizza  and classic Italian food walking distance from The Riverside Hotel right on Las Olas!
  • Low carb / gluten free options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Award winning food
  • Very close to venue

Shuck'n'Dive

650 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Great Cajun food.  You will never have a bad meal here, and if you're in town on a Wednesday, check out their dollar oyster night!
  • Low carb / gluten free options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Free parking
  • Affordable prices

Croissan'Time

1201 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
A classic French bakery.  Great for a light and casual breakfast or lunch with a little touch of Europe. ​
  • Free parking
  • Vegetarian options
  • Closed Mondays

La Bamba

4245 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
South Florida is home to the best Cuban and Latin cuisine.  All of La Bamba's offerings will awaken your taste-buds - especially the margaritas. 
  • Free parking
  • Vegetarian options / Low carb options
  • Casual dress
  • Giant margaritas

LaSpada's

233 Commercial Blvd, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL 33308
Hoagies done right: The Fort Lauderdale way.  Yeah, Jennie took that picture. 
  • Very affordable
  • Great picnic food within waking distance to the beach (in world famous Lauderdale-By-The-Sea)
  • Seriously, if you're craving a hoagie/sub/grinder, go to LaSpada's

15th Street Fisheries

1900 SE 15th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Exciting waterfront dining, mostly seafood dishes ranging from fancy sea scallops to casual crab legs or fried gator.  Enjoy your exceptional conch chowder like the locals do with a shot of sherry.  Be sure to feed the tarpon after dinner.
  • Affordable pricing (sit downstairs)
  • Low carb / gluten free options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Valet parking 

Riverside Market & Cafe and Craft Beer Cartel

608 SW 12th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Hidden near a park in tree-lined Sailboat Bend, you can have a perfect handcrafted pizza, breakfast sandwich, or a hummus plate alongside a cold brew.  Their food is terrific and their beer selection is legendary. They are partnered with The Craft Beer Cartel across the street where you can fill your growlers or kegs or buy beer making ingredients. Oh, check out the floor made of bottle caps. 
  • Free parking
  • Low carb / gluten free options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Be wary when selecting a beer.  Because of the variety of beers, some selections can be pricey and your tab is calculated at the end of your stay

Hummus House

900 NE 20th Ave.​ Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
The Hummus House is proud to serve vegetarian & vegan dishes. Their foods are inspired by authentic Israeli, Middle Eastern cuisine with a meatless twist. Hummus is their signature ingredient that they hand craft and make fresh daily from organic chickpeas. 
  • Metered parking but free parking is available in a nearby lot
  • Affordable prices
  • Vegetarian and vegan options

Chill'N Ice Cream

2422 N. Federal Highway Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
Chill'N Ice Cream is made right in front of you with a variety of flavor options using nitrogen to freeze.  This makes for the smoothest, creamiest ice cream you'll ever enjoy. 
  • Free and easy parking
  • Seriously - incredible ice cream

Hot Dog Heaven

101 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Home of the Chicago style dogs but you can get yours any way you want. All beef, tender and perfect, Hot Dog Heaven is the perfect treat for a weekend afternoon.
  • Parking is free but the lot is small​
  • If you see the gentleman with the mustache, ask him about his special ketchup. It's excellent

Jack's Old Fashioned Hamburgers

4201 N Federal Hwy, Oakland Park, FL 33308
A Fort Lauderdale staple that's been around since 1972 and will make your mouth water.  If you crave an old fashioned, no thrills burger, Jack's is for you.
  • Free parking
  • Affordable prices
  • Don't even think about asking for anything healthy