Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Bars & Nightlife

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Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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Bars & Nightlife The guide was updated: 2025-02-20

Fort Lauderdale’s nightlife is a vibrant mix of energy and excitement, offering something for everyone. From pulsating dance floors and lively gaming venues to chic bars and gourmet restaurants, the city comes alive after dark.

The city is particularly famous for its outstanding strip of restaurants and bars, where locals and visitors alike gather to enjoy delicious food, cocktails, and unforgettable experiences.

Poorhouse

Poorhouse

Poorhouse showcases live performances by local and national touring bands, while serving up a delicious menu of American bar favorites and an array of great beers. All in a friendly, fun-filled atmosphere that will keep you coming back for more, as many locals do.

Culture Room

Culture Room

DJs or indie, alternative, punk, modern rock, and heavy metal music will entertain you at the Culture Room. The atmosphere is quite rowdy and you won't have to suffer through a dull moment. Check their schedule for future events.

McSorley's Beach Pub

McSorley's Beach Pub

One of the best things about McSorley's is that it's a chilled bar and a cool rooftop lounge all wrapped into one. Take a cold beer and play some games downstairs before heading up to enjoy the beautiful sunset over the sea.

American Social Bar

American Social Bar

Discover a vibrant dining experience at this popular gastropub located on the renowned Las Olas Boulevard. American Social Bar serves up an exciting menu of updated American comfort food, a wide selection of craft brews, and it features flat-screen TVs so you won't miss your favorite sports events. Enjoy the Florida weather on their lovely patio while you feast and socialize.

Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar

Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar

Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar lays a strong claim to serving the best beer in town. With 50 craft beers on tap, 1 rotating cask ale, and 42 premium rotating bourbons, they might not be too far from the truth.

Elbo Room

Elbo Room

At Elbo Room, you can always enjoy a drink or two in their two-story building. You can also catch rock and pop live bands on a regular basis. The place can get crowded so make sure you get your drinks and prepare for a bit of dancing.

Lulu's Bait Shack

Lulu's Bait Shack

To get a drink with an ocean view, drop by Lulu’s Bait Shack. Not only do they have a great choice of beer, but also fishbowl-size cocktails and Cajun-Creole bar food.

Parrot Lounge

Parrot Lounge

This sports bar has quite some experience in entertaining its guests as it was established in 1970. So, this is the place to be if you’re looking for a fun night out, but don’t want to miss out on a recent football game. Parrot Lounge features a large choice of craft beer, pub grub, and a raw bar.

Bamboo Beach Tiki Bar & Cafe

Bamboo Beach Tiki Bar & Cafe

Enjoying a drink while sticking your toes into the hot sand becomes an adventure at Bamboo Beach Tiki Bar. Of course, you can’t beat a Mai Tai at the beach, but make sure to also check out the casual American fare and local seafood served all day long.

Laser Wolf

Laser Wolf

Fancy a special brew? At Laser Wolf, you can taste a bit of it all. Various IPAs, native lagers, ciders, mead, and even a hipster Ale is on their menu.

Blue Martini

Blue Martini

Whether you want your drink shaken or stirred, the Blue Martini is the ideal spot for lovers of spirits. Enjoy martinis and champagne along with some tapas, plus live music in a stylish space at The Galleria on Sunrise Boulevard.

Scandals Saloon

Scandals Saloon

If you’ve always wanted to dive into the world of Lucky Luke or Billy the Kid, this Western bar is your fit. The rustic saloon not only offers line-dancing lessons, but also features country music and DJ sessions on its weekly program. This gay-friendly bar is a cowboy hot spot and revives the myth of the Wild Wild West.

LauderAle Brewery

LauderAle Brewery

Pub crawlers don’t want to miss the experience of a perfect LauderAle. Founded by Fort Lauderdale natives, LauderAle is the first nanobrewery in Southeast Florida. Here, you can select from a wide range of hand-crafted beers and find out more about the local brewing culture from the helpful staff.

Stache Drinking Den

Stache Drinking Den

The roaring 1920s are revived within the walls of Stache in Fort Lauderdale. It is considered to be one of the best retro bars in the area and features burlesque shows, live bands as well as DJs. The gorgeous inventory breathes the speakeasy spirit of years gone by.

Funky Buddha Brewery

Funky Buddha Brewery

Right at Oakland Park, you’ll find a 3,000 square-feet brewery with a spacious tasting area. Select your favorites among local brews and imports and come back for a guided tour through the belly of Funky Buddha.

Posh Lounge

Posh Lounge

Enjoy unique maki rolls, traditional sushi, and other Japanese delicacies, while indulging in exotic hookah flavors at this refined eatery located in the Waverly. With live DJs and a fun-relaxing atmosphere, Posh Lounge is the perfect spot for a night out.

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