"The Yard." AKA "Wilton Manors Backyard." AKA "Wilton Manors Eucalyptus Gardens," is a cute…read more(**hidden?!**) alleyway lined with lush foliage, 3 restaurants an artist gallery + a market. Restaurants = The Alchemist = toast dishes + coffee Voo La Voo Café = French Crepery La Mexicana = exactly like what it sounds The first two restaurants are serving up some of the best breakfast/brunch/ coffee in Fort Lauderdale. It's a risk free trip if you're game for some exploring in the morning; the worst thing that's going to happen is you'll end up eating one of VlVCafé's delicious crepes. WM Backyard definitely has a rustic/bohemian (hipster?) vibe; it's a peaceful locus when compared to the concrete jungle that comprises pretty much any other part of the city. Apparently there are usually some pop up shops + more activity in the artist gallery/ market as well. Neither were very active the days that I took a stroll down this little Boulevard.

Average. Not much here besides a coffee shop and a restaurant or two. The rest you could totally…read moreskip and not miss a thing.

In 2024, the theme was Misfit Toys. Not many people dressed up as such since (I guess, it's hard…read moreto find misfit outfits...LOL..). There were still many fun and daring costumes on the Drive. It rained a few times during the celebration, making the crowds a bit smaller this year. Still a fun time with live music, bars, costume contests and more.....

Wicked Manors on the Drive is a Stunning Sight to See Each Year! They Close the Whole Drive Down…read morefor an October 31st Night Full of Stellar Halloween Costumes, Booze On Repeat, Scare Scenes, and Most of All FUN!! We have made this a Halloween Tradition to Spend Each Year on the Halloween Block Party of the Drive! Stages, Boozy Bar Booths, Loud Music, People Each & Every-Way, Sponsors, Food Trucks, and More are what to look forward to. Entrance Fee is a Donation of $5 to Wilton Manors. They Open the Block Party for Families at 5pm with Trick or Treat and a Halloween Kids Costume Contest at 6:30pm. Then the Night turns into an All-Out Adult Party with the Most Elaborate Up-Done Costumes you have seen! Each Year a Theme is Given to provide a Spooky Mix! 2017 ~Hero's & Icons~ 2018 ~Game Night~ 2019 ~7 Deadly Sins ~ Parking and Uber can be quite the Trouble as it is hard to get close to the Drive with either option. Find a Nearby Friend or be Prepared to get a bit of Exercise! Cash is Recommended to Bring- All Bars and Restaurants are Open but Containers are Permitted and Recommended as it can get Costly and Timely at these Events depending on your Consumption! Bring the Crazy's Out & Enjoy!

Amazing place! Owner was so kind and sweet. He stayed open later for us to come in. We just had to…read morecall ahead the day before and book an appointment. Will definitely come back!

From the owner: Oakland Park Selfie Museum is your one stop shop for photography, content creation, and fun. Come…read moredown for an hour at our fully equipped studio for a unique time and create selfie Magic!

Tenth level is one of my favorite places in Fort Lauderdale! They have a fun nerdy gaming theme…read morethat's in every detail and decoration, and even the drink names! The staff are super nice, and the bartender gave a great drink recommendation based on what I told him I was looking for. They have game consoles with an insane variety of games throughout the bar and seating area, which are all open to play for free. They have any game you could ever want-PlayStation, Nintendo, sega, etc, and board games to play as well. They have a ton of fun events every month: trivia, bingo, karaoke-always with different themes. If you're looking for something fun to do, I promise this is your place. A million stars!

I've been here before and had a decent experience, but this visit was disappointing enough that I…read morelikely won't return. We came as a group of five. Two of us ordered drinks right away and sat at the bar playing video games. The rest of our group was still deciding what they wanted, which we understood fell under the one drink minimum per person rule. One friend sat with us at the bar while we had our drinks and was told by the bartender that she couldn't sit there without purchasing a drink, so she moved. She then stood near our other friends, who were playing an arcade game, and they were told they could not play unless they each bought a drink. At this point, they stood behind us at the bar to look over the menu and decide what they wanted, but that didn't seem to matter. The bartender repeatedly returned and escalated the situation instead of allowing any reasonable time to order, stating they could get water if they wanted and that it did not have to be alcoholic. After only a couple of minutes, the same bartender came out from behind the bar again and said in a rude, condescending tone that they "don't understand... if they don't buy a drink, then they can't even be in the building." Our friends explained that we had already purchased drinks and were simply deciding what we wanted, but at that point, they were turned off by his behavior and no longer wanted anything--and frankly, neither did we. We cashed out our tab, finished our drinks, and left. We were already paying customers and would have ordered more drinks, but the handling of the situation made that impossible. Instead, the business lost not only our additional sales, but also several friends who were planning to join us and spend money. We are local to the area and not teenagers causing a disturbance, which is what the situation felt like when our friends were told to leave for no clear reason. I understand house rules like a one-drink minimum, but there is a professional way to enforce them. This wasn't it. Not everyone can or wants to order immediately--whether due to preferences, pacing, or dietary restrictions--and the lack of flexibility or basic courtesy was disappointing. Instead of encouraging guests to stay and order more, the approach did the opposite. Unfortunately, this experience completely changed my impression of the place, and I don't see myself returning. There are other spots in the area with a similar concept that offer a much more welcoming and customer-friendly experience, and I would recommend exploring those instead.

Most likely the very best.candy,sundry and novelty shop anywhere! I'm fortunate to live 2 blocks…read moreaway, and go there several times a week. Plus the owner is a wonderful person. A must for anyone in the area.

An interesting candy store nestled in Wilton Manors along the infamous Wilton Drive amongst several…read moreother businesses comically named with sexual innuendos. The front wall and roof of the store screamed Candy Candy Candy by it's vibrantly colorful lollipops, gum drops and taffy decor. This was going to be a quick stop since parking on Wilton Drive is limited and notorious for citations by the aggressive meter maid. Based on my concern, the sole employee advised that a few free parking spaces in the rear are available for a strict maximum of fifteen minutes, which is a kind offering. The inside was much larger than the front view of the building reflects. The giant yellow Haribo bear stood proudly by the front door with bags of sour gummies hanging from it's chest. For chocolate enthusiasts, there was an entire section dedicated to fresh chocolate treats. At a quick glance, it was evident that a large amount of the candies were old school big brands. Aside from candies, there were novelty gifts which include coffee mugs with celebrity, pride rainbow and 80's TV shows like Seinfeld, Peanuts or Laverne and Shirley prints. Hundreds of hanging decorative ornaments fill the ceiling but unsure if those are for sale. Very cool candy store with alot of originality and snug parking.

What a nostalgia trip! I went on this boat maybe 35 years ago and remembered it fondly. I still…read moreremember several of the stories and jokes I heard aboard way back then. When my family was embarking on a cruise from Fort Lauderdale, I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to introduce my own kids to the Jungle Queen. It's a short boat ride that takes you through the canals behind the mansions and quasi-famous homes on the water. Your guide on board will tell you about the homes and landmarks you pass en route. There is a bar on board, so no need to sail sober! LOL There are also a few snacks for purchase. The air movement on the boat keeps you from getting too warm, even when the sun is blazing, but don't forget your sunscreen. There's no bad seat aboard. All in all, it's a nice little boat ride if you're looking to get outside and burn some time in Fort Lauderdale. There is a string of food shops along the waterfront outside the entrance, so you can plan to grab lunch or dinner before or after your ride. We really enjoyed our trip, but I'm deducting one star due to the boat traffic (which I know they cannot really help). Maneuvering around all the other drunks in their watercraft was kind of a drag.

Food (ribs specifically) gave my whole Family food…read morepoisoning:( Other than that we had a great time while we were there lol.

The Foundry is a small neighborhood theater in Wilton Manors, just across the street from Union…read morerestaurant and next door to Island City Stage on Dixie Highway. Plays of Wilton makes its home at The Foundry, a 54 seat black box theater that is wheelchair accessible. Since there are only 4 rows of seats and the theater is small and intimate, almost any seat in the main section is a good seat. The seats are next to each other, so people sit tightly in this small venue. There are some side seats sometimes, but I do not recommend, since the angle of vision to the stage is not the best. Out of all the seats in the main area, I find seat B7 to be the best. There's a pole next to it and an aisle on the other side, so this is the one seat that is almost "private". The plays are mostly LGBTQ+ themed and based. The one I went to see called 10 Naked Men was not all nude. Actors stayed clothed most of the time, but the title sure got people excited about the show....LOL.... Hunter's the nightclub was kind enough to donate red and white wine as well as water for the show, so these beverages were complementary throughout the play. There is limited parking in front and behind theater with some handicapped parking spaces. The theater opens one half hour prior to performance times. Performances are usually Wednesday through Sunday. Evening performances at 8 PM and matinees at 2 or 3 PM. As of 2024, the performances are usually : $35 General Reserved Seating $50 Premium 1st Row Seating $25 Side seating, when available

I have long admired Ronnie Larsen's work as a writer, director, and actor. Happy Ending deserved a…read moreNew York run. When I asked why he hadn't taken it there, he said the actors were "too demanding and difficult." I believed in the Foundry enough to personally contribute $5,000 in 2022. That same year, I brought him a play I had discovered from obscurity, then produced and directed in Los Angeles in 1997, which Encounters magazine named it one of the year's best theatrical experiences. Ronnie produced a staged reading at the Foundry where he allowed me to direct it. After the reading at the Foundry, he proclaimed to the audience that "It was the best staged reading in the history of his theatre." He then asked the audience whether he should produce it. The answer was an yes. He scheduled it for December 2023 and hired me to direct. When holiday conflicts cost me most of my cast, I asked in October for help recasting and for a meeting with the set designer. He cancelled the production, calling me "too demanding and difficult." The theatre has since announced Stray Dog Story, directed by Mr. Larsen. I hold no rights to that play, but the timing is disappointing and poor business practice as he promised that he would support me if I produced it elsewhere. This support did not happen. Theft? No. Hurtful and mean spirited? In my opinion yes. I remain grateful for the work I saw at the Foundry. Mr. Larsen which would give me pause if I were ever to decide to donate to a Theatre company again

Small space but packs in the viewers. I have been here for multiple events and Sherman and Dooney…read moreare great hosts and personable. They usually have live paintings, food, and music. Take a stop in, it's worth your time.

this new gallery opened with a smashing success. Its simple with grand potential.read more

We had so much fun here and the show is great! Very colorful, professional and clever!…read more The food and service is fantastic and I can't wait to come back! This is a fun place to spend an afternoon laughing, celebrating and enjoying the show!

So my best friend and I surprised another friend today, and took her down to Lips for the first…read moretime.(It was also his first time) I knew that she would be thrilled, but I was overjoyed when I saw her reaction to our "Sunday Brunch" location. When we walked in we were greeted by a couple of the Queens, who quickly took us to our table. We got to choose from many delicious meals. I had the chicken and waffles, my friend had the chicken sandwich, and our birthday girl had the chicken Caesar salad. All of our meals were delicious, and we said we were surprised. We expecting maybe lower quality considering they were more of a show than a restaurant. We were happily proved wrong. The fries were extra crispy, the chicken and waffles were divine, and my friend said it was one of the best chicken Caesar salads she had. The Saturday and Sunday brunches come with all you can drink mimosas or bloody Marys. Even though none of us drink we thought that was great. The show began shortly after lunch and was highly entertaining! Each $40 ticket included lunch and the show. We loved every minute of it! These queens are so dedicated to their craft, and their costume changes and wig changes were incredible! Like I said it was my friend's birthday celebration, and for $10 more she got to be put on stage and have a picture taken with two queens. All in all it lasted about 2 hours and 40 minutes, and we all had a fantastic time! This was my third or fourth time there, and it is a great place to do any kind of celebration! I highly recommend Lips for any function! (Make sure to remember your singles for all the tips for the performers)

Surprisingly good and we'll be back :) Went last Friday…read morenight. Staff/bartenders were all friendly, attentive, good looking and pored a strong drink. Food came out fast and was delicious. Prices also very fare. Areas that need some work: Sound system kind of sucks. Restrooms are in dire need of repair and updating.

Bar with good pub food, loud and drag-focused with tough parking…read more Food was the best I've had in a bar on Wilton Drive. Buffalo chicken flatbread was pretty terrific and large( ate half for lunch next day) From a previous visit, I recommend Yum yum salad which comes with either tuna or chicken over greens with tasty stuff mixed in Ambience was roughly the same as Hamburger Mary's the previous occupant. Sit outside if you can, inside the sound system is pumping out a bit too much volume to hear your pals. Parking is tight to nonexistent...try the small lot out front or pay by phone. Service was very good, especially for a loud bar. Our server was friendly, helpful and prompt.