I'm a semi regular at Social Room for the great vibe, close location, and awesome bartenders Leo…read moreand Rachelle are the best....I love this place! Then I met Jasmine, and she took it to another level. Super attentive, excellent at her job, and just a pleasure to be around. I'll keep coming anyway, but now I'm especially excited for Sundays just to see her. Highly recommend!

As always the Bartenders were attentive and drinks are made on point. We were there for a birthday…read morecelebration weeks ago! We will definitely come back and the backyard is great when you want some fresh air. Cool atmosphere and good vibes! Thank you guys for the service and attentiveness!

A case where right management outperforms location. Great service creates right vibes and hookah is…read morethe best on the East Coast so far.

We came with a couple of friends on a Saturday night and I was amazed at what a great job they did…read morewith the decorations and the plants to make for a very inviting place to sit and have a few cocktails. We got the hukkah service and it was often monitored for the coals. They recommended "berries and watermelon" and it was smooth. Our server came just often enough to make sure we had what we needed. Great music played throughout. While we were there it was club music. Just loud enough to enjoy but still able to talk. We ordered a fruit platter and it was large and all of the fruit was deliciously fresh. The only tricky part was the parking. An attendant on the street is shuffling people on the street and at least three different lots. The entrance is around back opposite of Dixie Hwy so save yourself a walk. Not sure what can be done about the restroom situation, but there are very few for the number of people that can be inside. All in all, I would definitely come back for another night of enjoyment.

Always amazing! Great food! Amazing and awesome service! One of the best places to eat and enjoy in…read moreSouth Florida!

5 star for taking my advice on those coated fries from my first visit. I ordered the Same Tuna…read moresandwich and fries as I did last visit. Excellent- top quality, cold beers and a view while listening to live music. What a spot off the trail. Great service from Frank. Cheers till next time.

Amazing views on both sides, happy hour specials on food and drinks 10/10 love the placeread more

This was our 3rd time coming here and it only gets better! The food never misses. We LOVE the bang…read morebang sushi roll, its truly one of a kind. Our waitress Rosy was the best, super attentive and recommended us a good drink. Nice vibes overall.

Service: This was fine. We choose the outdoor seating which…read morewe prefer so it's hard to tell what others around us were being served or doing but they were nice enough. One thing I don't like is when I order at a place and no one comes to check in or offer a 2nd round of drinks. But the drinks were super expensive compared to other spots/lounges on the Boulevard. The Smokey old fashioned tasted like it was made with a mixed drink kit and they just had to add water. The drink I got was also pretty watered down tasting and also $16 each. I would have liked to see what else they offered, but I'm not sure overall that it's worth it. Food: I ordered an appetizer of plantains done "tapas" style which were awesome (9/10) and my boyfriend got the skewered steak but for some reason, they had to warn us it's not on a skewer after all and asked if we still wanted it. Well it practically looked like a plate of sides (cut up onions, tomatoes and beef) that someone would build a pita or some kind of taco (3/10). Was not worth $17. Should have come with some bread or starch, but that was extra. Ambiance: Music was fine but again, we were outside so it's hard to tell what it would be like from the inside. I just wish they could price their drinks and meals closer to other places in the area. I could have gotten a HUGE plate of shrimp nachos or 2 happy hour apps or 2 drinks from anywhere else for the price of 1 item from here. Speaking of which, it appears Happy Hour is 2 days or the week? Hopefully they will be a little more active online and I'll have a reason to return....Kwanzaa?? ‍!

Passing by with some, we couldn't help be drawn in by the afrobeats music. Walking in, what a vibe!…read moreWith no cover charge, from the decor to the beats, it definitely got us bumping! While the (small) dance floor was empty, over the time of just dancing to the music it filled out and got fun. The DJs know what they're doing! Can't wait to go back.

I wish wish WISH this place was somewhere near us. We stopped by for a night out on the last leg of…read moreour vacation, and wow were we glad we did! They have everything single thing you need, and the owners are so accommodating. They have food, hookah, hot tubs, Bluetooth speakers, BYO alcohol ($5), and the list goes on. The ambience is so cute and welcoming. If you live anywhere near this place you are lucky!

I LOVE IT! This place has the greatest ambiance. And on top of that, a HOT TUB! If you like hookah…read more(as we do) you'll LOVE this place! Awesome staff. Great crowd. And there's no need to go down to Miami Beach. Or on Las Olas Fort Lauderdale. It's right here in Hollywood!

New Year's Day 2025 was absolutely gorgeous so I decided to enjoy the day on Hollywood Beach…read more I actually stopped in looking for Elixir Kava but the Kavatender wasn't there so I got a Miami Vice and walked the boardwalk. The drink was good...no complaints. Got a little brain freeze but that's my fault The service was friendly and they also sell the drinks in the pineapples too which seemed to be a favorite. Nice place to chill on the boardwalk.

Wow! I was hosting a friend from out of town and was blown away with the vibe and the views of this…read morelounge! It's exactly what we needed to sit down, reconnect while smoking amazing hookah watching the sunset. Such a cute place on the beach. Can't wait to go back as a regular!

Review: Empire Social Lounge and Cigar Club…read more Empire Social Lounge and Cigar Club on Las Olas Boulevard is a fantastic destination for anyone who appreciates a great cigar and a relaxing atmosphere. The ambiance is sophisticated yet welcoming--perfect for unwinding with a drink and enjoying good conversation. What truly sets this place apart is the outstanding customer service. The staff is exceptionally knowledgeable about cigars and always willing to guide you toward the perfect selection, whether you're a seasoned aficionado or just getting started. I'm seriously considering becoming a full-time member. The only detail I'm still looking into is whether they offer discounted membership rates for retired military veterans. If they do, it would make an already excellent experience even more appealing. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Fort Lauderdale and looking for a premium cigar lounge experience. This is definitely the place to be for a great cigar, a quality drink, and a relaxing environment.

I was here last week and this place is fantastic! Sat outside with TV's for viewing. And by the…read moreway, the selections and service were real good but the sights were better!

Fantastic food, super attentive service and great entertainment. We had an amazing time. Every dish…read morewas excellent, authentic and tasted great!! We loved it all

For those familiar with the Russian restaurant experience in Brooklyn or for those who've…read moreexperienced the speak easy vibe you get when you go to SOHO, this is both of those things combined. Decor is awesome and the space is completely covered with all sorts of music memorabilia. These is an ample bar along one side while opposite it there is a stage where live music happens. The musician on the night we went was fantastic. Singing in Russian and some Ukrainian songs as well, he kept our table of ex pats entertained with some songs from Odessa. There is a dance floor where we cut up a rug, so to speak. Food was delicious and came out hot or cold as expected. We had so many different dishes they would be hard to list here but some standouts were the beef short ribs, the crunchy salad and the pickled herring. Everything we ate though was delicious and the service was super. Our waitress was thorough and friendly. Prices were fair and all told, we're about $70 per head in our group of five adults and two children. A full bar will make anything you desire but definitely check out their specialty cocktail menu. Parking is metered on the street by phone or app so is pretty straight forward. Alongside the main restaurant the is a "submarine hatch" the transports you to another vibe entirely. And underwater submarine area complete with karaoke and it's own seating tables and a small bar. Great experience indeed!

Do you want a free buffet, free coffee, a slightly less crowded seating area, and private…read morebathrooms? Sure, stop by. Are you expecting a high end Centurion experience? You won't get that here. It's a "standard" lounge, more like the various Priority Pass lounges I've visited. Expect to wait in line, especially during peak times. There are not a lot of lounges at FLL so this is the main choice if you have the right AMEX.

This Escape Lounge can get pretty crowded at Fort Lauderdale airport. A lot of AMEX platinum…read moremembers wanting their exclusivity away from the travelers that are stacked on top of each other like they are sardines. Only that it seems that we are in turn packed as well. But it is more comfortable in the Escape Lounge where you have complimentary drinks and a spread that includes charcuterie and sandwiches and salads with some baked goods. Just know that you maybe have up to a 30 minute wait to get into the lounge.