Florida is having a moment, an important moment in the world of cuisine, and Fort Lauderdale is right in the middle of the action.  You’re a 5-minute walk or 30-minute drive from some of the best-loved, most talked about, restaurants in the Southern US while you’re studying English at TALK’s Fort Lauderdale school.  Go out!  Make the most of your time in the US, and dive into the exciting fare that the chefs of these restaurants in Fort Lauderdale are serving up.

TALK Student Choices for Best Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

Yrmgard Cosson says, “The best place to eat is Smoke BBQ, the best baby back ribs—you will lick your fingers endlessly, they are delicious!”

Monica Lauand recommends Kaluz, and says “my tip is to ask for a table with an ocean view.”

“Beautiful ocean views, fresh local seafood, and an impressive wine list make Kaluz a great choice for a special occasion”

When you just can’t make up your mind, Thais Simerira suggests the Galleria Mall, adding that it “has the perfect range of choices.”

With 9 restaurants, The Mermaid Bar, and a Starbucks coffee shop, the Galleria has grab and go and sit-down food that is nearby and satisfying.

One of the most popular choices for locals and students alike is Coconuts.

“Be nice”, is Coconuts motto, and they prove just how nice they are every night of the week—1/2 price wine bottles on Monday and Tuesday, outdoor Paella on Tuesday and Friday, and special 5-course pop-up dining events.  Go for a “dip”—they’re famous for the ever-present menu item of ‘Florida fish dip’.

Primanti tops the list for all-American, huge portion fare at bargain prices!

Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner this Pittsburgh restaurant outpost has been famous since 1933.  Make sure to look online for specials.

Honorable mention goes to Jackson’s Prime, Etaru, Southern Spice, and Monkitail.

Fort Lauderdale, like all the TALK School locations in Southern Florida, has amazing food at every point on the compass.  Take the tALK students’ recommendations for restaurants in Fort Lauderdale to heart and you’ll have some of the most enjoyable meals of your stay in the US.