Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Fort Lauderdale West

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Updated November 05, 2026

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Pasta And

4.9

4.9 (845)

$31 to $50

Italian

Margate

About the restaurant

A unique Northern Italian dining experience in Margate, Florida.

Northern Italian cuisine can be described as one of the most refined, royal and diversified cuisines of Italy, characterized by the use of fresh stuffed pasta, polenta, risotto, game, truffles, mushrooms, cheeses, and rich hearty soups.

Our menu celebrates the region's diverse flavors and presents them for you to enjoy.
We prepare our homemade pasta fresh everyday which can be paired with a variety of meats and seafood found native to the region.

Our extensive wine collection of over 600 labels - all temperature controlled - highlights multiple regions of Italy, with the main goal of providing a wine list that has a balance of traditional, rare and interesting selections that complements our cucina piemontese.

Top review

RosemaryGold

Dined 3 days ago

I’ve been several times. The food, no matter what I’ve ordered is wonderful!! Veal in tuna sauce, any pasta, scallops, elk, octopus, you can’t go wrong!! Sadly I’ve never been able to make it to dessert

Melting Pot - Coral Springs

4.9

4.9 (800)

$30 and under

Fondue

Coral Springs

About the restaurant

Melting Pot isn't just a meal - it's an experience! Perfect for date nights, birthdays, and celebrations, Melting Pot blends fine dining with interactive fun that makes every occasion memorable. Our restaurant offers a warm, inviting escape where guests cook, dip, and share fondue together at the table. Savor our signature four-course fondue journey with award-winning cheese fondue, crisp salads, premium entrées (filet mignon, cold-water lobster tail, shrimp, teriyaki sirloin, chicken, vegan and vegetarian options), and unforgettable chocolate fondue. Private seating options, curated celebration experiences, and a full bar with craft cocktails and an extensive wine list help create an evening designed for connection and celebration.

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StellaGold

Dined on Oct 24, 2026

We had a great time. Rosie was our server she was great. The endless deal with extra cheese we had was great and made it affordable to come out.

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Experience

Private Dining Experience $140 per couple.

Experience

Endless Happy Hour

The Cook and The Cork

4.8

4.8 (1282)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Coral Springs

About the restaurant

We are a chef-owned restaurant that explores American and global flavors. Expect an awesome dinner of sharing plates, incredible cocktails, an award winning wine list and rockin' tunes! A mural wall by graffiti artist iSurge, lush tropical greenery and an herb garden helps set the mood on our outdoor patio. Recipients of consecutive Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence since opening for 10 years straight, and a DiRona Fine Dining Award recipient since 2016.
The menu changes slightly with every season, and the wine, sake, and beer list is always evolving and growing.
The Cook and The Cork does not want to be considered fine-dining, but we take food and drink seriously. Our goal is to have all our guests be a part of the fun, and to share the love we have for the restaurant, food, and staff. Private and large parties accommodated, please contact directly: info@thecookandcork.com or call 954-227-2665

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PaulGold

Dined 7 days ago

Had the stone crabs….fresh and perfection. Also had their chicken schnitzel with spatzelle and cabbage…..again, perfection. If you don’t try their home made chips and that fabulous dip, you will miss a real treat. As always, the staff and service……perfection. Love this place.

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Popular dish

Pappardelle Bolognese

Popular dish

KFC (Korean Fried Chicken)

Runyon's

5.0

5 (384)

$31 to $50

Continental

Coral Springs

About the restaurant

Runyon’s is a beloved Coral Springs landmark, family run for over 40 years and now owned by Ryan & Kevin O’Connor. Runyon's is located in the Fort Lauderdale area just west of University Drive on Sample Road. Other nearby cities include Boca Raton, Parkland, Weston, Davie, and Plantation.

This classic steakhouse is known for USDA prime steaks, tender prime rib, fresh seafood, and daily Chef’s Specials. Signature dishes include savory Filet Mignon, Chicken Francaise, Shrimp Cocktail, Shrimp Caparrelli, warm Garlic Bread, and French Onion Soup. Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails like espresso martinis, old fashioneds, and martinis.

Our lively Piano Room & Bar features live entertainment Tuesday–Saturday, where guests can dine, drink, and sing along with the musician. We offer two Private Dining rooms for special occasions. Reservations are highly recommended—please call for additional availability.

Come join the Runyon’s family for a memorable dining experience!

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StacyGold

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent food, excellent service- Aiden was spectacular. Back dining room was definitely quieter but the bar was hopping. Would definitely go again

Eddie & Vinny's Coastal Italian - Coral Springs

4.9

4.9 (577)

$31 to $50

Italian

Coral Springs

About the restaurant

Looking for the best Italian restaurant in Coral Springs? Welcome to Eddie & Vinny's Coastal Italian - where comfort food meets coastal elegance. Located in the heart of Coral Springs, we offer a vibrant fine-dining experience perfect for date nights, special occasions, or a night out with friends. Our menu features hand-rolled pasta, prime steaks, fresh seafood, and a raw bar - all crafted with high-quality ingredients and genuine hospitality. Join us for Happy Hour, Friday lunch specials, or explore our signature cocktails and wine list.

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Kathy

Dined 2 days ago

Really great appetizers and entrees Excellent presention

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Fresh Baked Gooey Butter Cake

Capriccio Ristorante - Pembroke Pines

4.9

4.9 (3140)

$31 to $50

Italian

Pembroke Pines

About the restaurant

Capriccio motto,
Where food, music and memories embrace tells our story. Established in 1987, Capriccio has been serving West Broward great Italian cuisine for over 3 decades. We enhance your dinner with romantic and classical music of a pianist, violinist and vocalist. Many clients start and end their evening in our beautiful lounge hosting a 6 foot chandelier over an octagonal granite bar. Happy hour during the week with a keyboardist and vocalist begin the evening in a fun atmosphere. Impeccable service and the highest quality of food awaits you whether you choose to dine in the elegant lounge or venture on to one of the main dining rooms. Enjoy one of our after dinner coffees or drinks back in the lounge and stay for dancing on Friday and Saturdays until midnight. Capriccio also has a private dining room for parties of 25 - 60 as well as a banquet room for parties of 60 -150. Come and experience Capriccio, where our food and music and your memories will embrace!

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Mark

Dined on Oct 26, 2026

We usually go for NYE, but this was for a birthday dinner. It is SO good. The appetizer, even the salad is great. Entrees were excellent, everyone loved what they ordered. Service is on point, we'll continue coming back.

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Popular dish

Calamari Fritti

Seasons 52 - Sawgrass

4.8

4.8 (2547)

$31 to $50

American

Sunrise

About the restaurant

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.

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MichelleGold

Dined 2 days ago

Absolutely great flatbreads in which our large party enjoyed a variety of them. Can’t particularly comment on one dish as all guests were extremely happy by the end of the evening and were looking forward to this venue even in pouring rain. All I have to say YOU GOT TO TRY IT!! We were a large group by the way so I can’t pin point one dish. Yet I do recall the gnocchi being the talk of the table though.

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Popular dish

Lobster Bisque

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Lump Crab And Shrimp-Stuffed Mushrooms

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Wood-Grilled Filet Mignon

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Pembroke Pines

4.8

4.8 (156)

$30 and under

American

Pembroke Pines

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Elyse

Dined 7 days ago

The food was excellent as well as the service. There were plenty of great items on the menu at reasonable prices.

Unit B Eatery + Spirits

4.6

4.6 (428)

$31 to $50

International

Pembroke Pines

About the restaurant

Unit B Eatery + Spirits
An intimate hideaway, where high-end New American cuisine meets unapologetically inventive cocktails. Our talented team will guide you through a one-of-a-kind experience.

The Unit B kitchen turns familiar into unforgettable, and our bartenders don't just pour...they perform.

Expect dished built to surprise, and cocktails that challenge expectations.

This is not just dining...This is discovery.

HAPPY HOUR - EVERY TUESDAY - SATURDAY | 4PM to 6PM
- $10 House Cocktails & 1/2 Off House Wines By The Glass -

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Richard

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent Halloween ambiance, food and service! Will be back!

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Experience

Girl Dinner at unit B

Experience

Michter's Bourbon Experience

Saiko-i Sushi Lounge & Hibachi - Plantation

4.7

4.7 (150)

$31 to $50

Asian

Plantation

About the restaurant

Discover Saiko-i Sushi Lounge & Hibachi in Plantation, your new go-to spot for dynamic dining, exceptional food, and memorable experiences. We are thrilled to introduce our signature blend of elevated hospitality to the community.

Experience the energy of a live culinary performance at our interactive hibachi tables or watch our chefs showcase creativity and precision at our fresh sushi bar. Our sleek and modern environment is designed to be both classy and welcoming, setting the perfect stage for any occasion.

Sip handcrafted cocktails at the bar, relax in our stylish indoor seating, or enjoy the fresh air on our spacious outside patio.

Saiko-i is the perfect destination for any event, from romantic dinners and casual nights out to group celebrations and festive gatherings. Join us for exciting weekend events like Ladies Night, and see why we are the new destination for dining and entertainment in Plantation.

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GuillermoGold

Dined 6 days ago

this place is always great, service and food always reliable. THEY SHOULD BE PROUD!

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