Best Waterfront Restaurants in Melrose Manors

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanJapanese

Regions

Fort Lauderdale CentralFort Lauderdale EastFort Lauderdale WestMiami BeachNorth DadeWest Palm Beach South

Neighborhoods

AventuraBoca RatonCentral BeachColee HammockDowntownHallandale Beach

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

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Seating Options

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Accessibility

Wheelchair access

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A photo of Shooters Waterfront restaurant

1. Shooters Waterfront

4.5

Awesome(8886)

$$$$

• Seafood • Lauderdale Beach

Booked 143 times today

Shooters Waterfront is a waterfront restaurant, located in Fort Lauderdale. It's known for its dockside views, fresh seafood, and lively events. As the reviews say, it's a great place to enjoy food while overlooking the water, and the outdoor dining directly on the water's edge is a major hit. The waterfront setting adds to the ambiance and makes the dining experience more enjoyable.

2. Boatyard

4.6

Exceptional(7076)

$$$$

• Seafood • Harbordale

Booked 124 times today

Boatyard is Fort Lauderdale’s premier waterfront dining destination. Boatyard offers an upscale, nautical-chic vibe in a sophisticated, laidback atmosphere that embraces the pulse of the city’s yachting culture and where marina views abound.With an ‘Eat Local, Be Coastal’ philosophy, Boatyard’s eclectic, seafood-centric menu blends the freshest daily catches from local fisherman with the highest-quality raw bar and shellfish selections and premium cuts of meat, all thoughtfully prepared with locally sourced ingredients for patrons to enjoy inside, outside or dockside.Visit our website to join our email list or follow us on Instagram @Boatyard_RestaurantFTL for updates.

3. Casa Sensei

4.6

Exceptional(8298)

$$$$

• Asian • Colee Hammock

Booked 129 times today

Casa Sensei offers a full service waterfront dining experience with outdoor seating. Reviewers rave about the 'amazing waterfront location,' the 'outdoor canal-side tables,' and 'beautiful waterfront (Las Olas canals) seating.' The restaurant's Asian-Latin fusion menu is consistently praised as well.

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4. Serafina by The Water

4.6

Exceptional(4186)

$$$$

• Italian • Victoria Park

Booked 66 times today

“SERAFINA” in Italian translates to both “angel of the sea” and “fine evening”. Those who have been there completely agree! This beautifully romantic, candlelit trattoria is nestled in Victoria Park on a gorgeous view of the Middle River. Its doors open to the most irresistibly charming ambiance and aromas of fantastic Mediterranean flavors. Serafina has a covered and heated patio so guests can enjoy their surroundings in every season!

5. YOT Bar & Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(1457)

$$$$

• American • River Oaks

Booked 56 times today

YOT Bar & Kitchen is Fort Lauderdale's Hottest hidden gem located inside the Lauderdale Marine Center!

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6. The House on the River

4.6

Exceptional(1421)

$$$$

• American • Sailboat Bend

Booked 80 times today

THE HOUSE is a historic oasis where people can eat, drink and celebrate day or night in true Florida Riviera style. Located directly on the New River referred to as the Venice of America, in the heart of Downtown Fort Lauderdale. This iconic structure is complemented by a charming eclectic use of vintage furniture with a whimsical twist, outfitted with mixed china, vibrant flowers and lush trees. The restaurant also features extensive outdoor patio seating set amongst umbrellas, making THE HOUSE the perfect waterfront destination in Fort Lauderdale. The outdoor seating is transformed into an intimate setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With one step in, guests are immediately transported to a sunny place, no matter the season.

7. Olive & Sea

4.2

Awesome(638)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • Harbordale

Booked 40 times today

Olive & Sea is a rooftop waterfront restaurant on the famed Fort Lauderdale Intracoastal, serving colorful and bold Mediterranean-style dishes, livened by fresh flavors, locally sourced daily seafood specials, and ethically sourced seasons and rubs. Complementing the extensive menu is a creatively crafted cocktail program that infuses traditional Mediterranean spices, and locally inspired ingredients like citrus and herbs, to deliver a taste sensation as bold in flavor as they are in color. Whether hopping off the Water Taxi for a quick coastal cocktail, convening with friends for happy hour, celebrating a special occasion, or simply looking to enjoy an exquisite dining experience and sweeping Intracoastal views, Olive and Sea is a must-sea-and-taste destination. Sunday-Thursday, the kitchen is open until 10pm and the bar is open until 10:30pm.

A photo of Ocean Prime - Fort Lauderdale restaurant

8. Ocean Prime - Fort Lauderdale

4.7

Exceptional(1743)

$$$$

• Seafood • Central Beach

Booked 117 times today

Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse located at Las Olas Marina. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list & genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Guests arriving by boat may dock at Las Olas Marina at Dock C. Dock reservations are $50 & must be made in advance through the Las Olas Marina. We strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments, or clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

9. Rendezvous

4.7

Exceptional(424)

$$$$

• Seafood • River Oaks

Booked 11 times today

Right on the waterway and located in beautiful Marina Bay, Fort Lauderdale. We are convenient to get to whether you come by car or boat. Along with an extensive menu, we also offer delicious daily lunch & nightly dinner specials.

10. Timpano Las Olas

4.5

Awesome(3682)

$$$$

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 61 times today

Timpano Las Olas offers a sophisticated take on contemporary Italian dining in the heart of Fort Lauderdale. Located on iconic Las Olas Boulevard, near the city’s vibrant waterfront and nightlife, this reimagined destination blends culinary heritage with modern flair.The menu features elevated Italian classics, including signature handcrafted pastas and bold, flavor-driven dishes. The atmosphere is lively yet refined, with a stylish dining room and an energetic ambiance ideal for any occasion.Timpano is also ideal for group dining, offering private and semi-private spaces including a wine tasting room and the garden-inspired Il Giardino patio.Please note: A dress code is enforced in the dining room, including no hats for men. An automatic gratuity is applied to parties of six or more.

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Delia
West Palm Beach •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Visited for brunch with a friend for the first time today, and it was exactly what we were looking for. The place was lovely, the food was delicious, and the service was exceptional. Jake and Vincent took amazing care of us — both were charming, attentive, and absolutely wonderful. Looking forward to our next visit. Thank you!
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Casa Sensei$$$$• Asian• Colee Hammock
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4.6
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MelissaGold
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This was easily the best dining experience we had our entire trip. The food was delicious - the calamari is a MUST. The bimini bread was also the best bread we had. Our waitress took the time to review the menu with us when we mentioned it was our first time there. Definitely will be back when we visit next year for F1!
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Boatyard$$$$• Seafood• Harbordale
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4.6
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Robin
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2026
Would absolutely go back to this fabulous restaurant!
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Rendezvous$$$$• Seafood• River Oaks
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4.7
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MeganGold
Greater Boston •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 27, 2026
Fantastic experience. Amazing views, great vibes and our waitress "G" was so awesome!
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YOT Bar & Kitchen$$$$• American• River Oaks
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4.6
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Tanya
Fort Lauderdale •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 20, 2026
The food is always great here. Our server, Maria, was amazing!!! She offered great suggestions and helped us not order too much food. 😊
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Olive & Sea$$$$• Mediterranean• Harbordale
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4.2

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