Walking distance from the Au Rene Theater, this restaurant is a great location to eat before or…read moreafter a show. I was hesitant when making the reservation because from my experience when restaurants are this close to performing arts centers or arenas the food tends to suck, but I was not disappointed. We made reservations for 6:30 on a Friday night before watching Harry Potter in concert. We parked near the theater, but the restaurant has parking designated to its customers across the street and in the back of the restaurant as well. This is a bonus for me as I avoid downtown Fort Lauderdale because of the parking. We got seated quickly. The patio area is very nice and cozy, but We opted to sit inside. The inside is very small. You almost feel squished of how tiny it is. We started with the yuca à la huancaina. This was definitely not what we were expecting and the taste was okay. We then had the chicharrones and it wasn't bad, but I've had better. I ordered the wild caught Argentinian red shrimp. This was absolutely delicious!! The portion is not big enough to share, but I can still taste how savory the meal was. I did feel like our server was rushing us and our entree took long to come out, but the last meal I ordered made up for it. They also have a special for those attending the Broward center.

Came for a pre theatre dinner. We were seated outside. It was a little chilly but we managed ok. We…read moreordered a pitcher of Red Sangria to start. It was very good- not too sweet. I had a version of seafood paella with chorizo & hubby ordered fried seafood combo. We both enjoyed what we ordered. Everything tasted fresh. Our server was very friendly & quick. She suggested cappuccino & since we felt a bit chilly, we took her advice. The tables are very close together but not overwhelmingly close. For $20 you can leave your car in their parking lot & walk over to The Broward Performing Arts Center. We did & will definitely do again. We will be there again soon for a couple of upcoming shows. Truly a great experience overall.

I cannot say enough about how incredible El Tamarindo café is. We walked here from our hotel on a…read morehot day before embarking on a cruise. We were looking for somewhere to get a very satisfying dinner at a slightly early bird time. We were the first people in the restaurant for dinner and we wondered if the empty place held any bearing on the quality of food. Let me tell you... This was one of the best meals I've ever had while traveling. We were shocked and amazed at the large portions and the incredible flavor. We try to eat high-protein, and that was no problem here. We kept telling the staff to give our compliments to the chef. We had a few drinks, we had a really great long meal, and as we were packing up, more people were flowing in. We had leftovers, but since we were traveling, we couldn't take them with us, so we decided to sit tight until we had finished as much as we could. Worth it!

The food is 4 stars but all these additional fees bring it to a 3 star. The food is good here! But…read moreI personally do find this place expensive. And it was very off putting to see that on the menu they had all these additional charges. It's +2$ after 3pm and then 2$ if you share food! That is ridiculous. I don't believe either of those are justified. Also if you get fajitas you only get 3 tortillas. Usually places are more generous with tortillas. Nonetheless , the food is solid. The chicken soup I got was very tasty and tasted very authentic. I also got the chicken sandwich with rice and beans. I opted for the breaded chicken. It was fried really evenly and the chicken was thin. I like that. The salsa on the side was vinegar based with big chunks of onion and peppers. I enjoyed that as well.

Service 10/10 Food 100/10…read more Met a friend here, and I'm so glad I did. The food was the best Honduran + Mexican I've ever had. The mixed fajitas were made with beef, chicken and shrimp. It tasted like it had been marinated with LOVE. The beef was so tender, the chicken, so tender, the veggies were chunky and flavorful. I could eat this every day. There are different flavored Margarita mixes, I would order with a floater next time. There will be a next time, because the food was worth sitting in Spring Break traffic on A1A. It's really just that good.

Absolutely avoid this place- First the staff is…read moredisconnected, non attentive drinks not refilled, no appetizers for the LONG wait -over an hour before the food was delivered. When the food was finally delivered we were missing one meal and crucial items paired with the food didn't arrive. After confronting the waiter about the issues he thought it was funny

I ordered a ceviche and lomo saltado. Pretty good. Also got a pisco sour and mojito. Not many…read morepeople there so the service was very good. Nice open ambiance. Bathrooms really clean. Highly recommend, will be back!:)

I Went for on Sunday.'Our server was really nice. We sat outside, which was nice, but once the sun…read morecame out it was right on our table so we asked to be move and they did . Which it was nice . My food wasn't the best. I ordered : Mahi Mahi Tacos18 Pico de gallo, guacamole, queso fresco & sour cream on a soft white corn tortilla. Fish was Cold. I didn't say anything o our server because food took a little bit to get to us so I didn't want to wait any longer . My drinks was good at least . I ordered one made with tequila but o don't remember the name .

We ordered El Cubanito and Tacos from the Sea- Fish. Both were so delicious, we ordered a second…read moreround. Also, chipotle aioli . The service was also prompt and friendly. Atmosphere was calm (~230 pm). Other notes: paid street parking, ramped entrance, limited indoor and outdoor seating

As a local who has tried every taco around town, this place is definitely a gem. The food is always…read morefresh hot and consistent. I have not tried a single I honestly don't think I've ever had an item there that disappointed me yet, and I think I've tried at least half the menu over the last few years. Also, the young lady who works there most often is an extremely respectable hard worker with such a positive attitude at all times, even when you can clearly tell she's incredibly busy -- which is honestly hard to find nowadays. My name is Anthony, and I'm the one you helped when I had to come back about two weeks after Cinco de Mayo because I placed an order but had to leave before my tacos were ready due to how slammed you all were that day. You were busy, but unlike everywhere else, you still weren't out of food.

Food is good, sometimes during The Weeknd when they bring the DJ, he can get a little loud in there.read more

Me giving this place a 2-star review is honestly me being nice. The service was horrible…read more We walked in and the restaurant was nearly empty. We were told to sit anywhere, which was fine, but then we ordered 2 waters and a passion fruit margarita and waited almost 30 minutes just to get them. On top of that, the drink order was wrong. She served us what tasted like salty mango juice -- and I say "juice" because there was absolutely no alcohol in it. Then we ordered a simple meal: a few chicken tacos, pork tacos, and an order of chicharrón. Somehow that still took 30-45 minutes, and the order was missing items when it finally arrived. That's crazy for an order of 4 chicken tacos and 4 pork tacos. The tacos honestly weren't even that good either. The only thing that was actually good was the chicharrón. People always say "good food takes time," and sure, that's understandable when a restaurant is busy. But this place wasn't even halfway full. There were plenty of open tables inside and outside, so the wait made no sense -- especially considering the food wasn't worth it.

My friend invited me to lunch at El G. I'd never been. What a treat!…read moreA blink and you'll miss it cozy little restaurant, I was smittened by its charm. We chose a two top on the lovely patio. After ordering sweet tea, we were brought a basket of tortilla chips and some spicy salsa. We ordered guacamole and it was perfect. Onto the main courses: She had the taco trio with black beans/rice and I chose a chile relleno with refried beans/rice. Instead of the usual cheese stuffed poblano pepper I opted for steak + cheese, which also had some veggies in it. Very tasty. El G is a charming place and the servers are nice and efficient. We arrived at 1 pm which we found out was the perfect time. It got very busy later. Can't wait to go back with others.

Just left this amazing establishment and I gotta say the food was absolutely amazing! Hubby and I…read moresplit the Elote corn and had about three buckets of chips between us and our friends. I had the Birria tacos, hubby had the fried chicken chunks with added onions, our friend Bill had a delicious chicken marinated breast with rice and his awesome wife had the Mexican plate combo, which had so much food! I am so glad I took a chance on this restaurant because we all agreed it will now become a staple in our rotation of places to eat. Additionally, the staff was so genuine, kind, and nice and I love that!

I have been to Lasso Gaucho several times and its always spectacular. The service is top notched,…read moremanagement is very involved to ensure service is running smoothly. The food is phenomenal, the salad bar offers a plethora of dishes, and the rodizio meats and steaks that are served tableside are perfectly seasoned and cooked. I love their grilled cheese with honey, polenta fries and grilled pineapple, they are definitely a must! The restaurant is large with plenty of comfortable seating and they also have private rooms to accommodate more intimate parties. Highly recommend it. The drinks are great, and they also have Ladies Night on Thursday were dinners are 50% off.

We were very disappointed with our Mother's Day dinner at Lasso Gaucho Fort Lauderdale. I am a…read morepescatarian, so we specifically asked what was included with the premium salad bar. Three different servers incorrectly told us that salmon, shrimp, and cheese were not included, until the manager later confirmed that they actually were. The communication among staff was very inconsistent, and the pescatarian options were underwhelming. The tuna on the salad bar also did not taste fresh. Even after a 10% discount from the manager, I still paid $56 for a meal I did not enjoy and left hungry. Unfortunately, this was not the special Mother's Day experience we were hoping for.

Was brought here by my girlfriend friend for my birthday . Food was delicious . Our server Lucio…read morewas hand down amazing very tentative to our table . Brought us clean plates throughout our experience . Omar one of the manager was very kind and friendly making the experience one to remember Would recommend to anyone who loves steak and Brazilian style eatery

Chima Steakhouse was disappointing overall, mainly because the food was just mediocre and didn't…read morelive up to expectations. On top of that, the place smelled off when we walked in, and the women's bathroom was even worse--which didn't help the experience. It also felt warm inside, and while service could've been better, it was busy. Management needs to tighten up the basics. Valet was great The outdoor area looked great

We had a great late dinner at Rocco's, we walked in on a Friday night after a local festival. We…read morewere seated right away, the seating was very comfortable and the restaurant itself has awesome decorations all around. This is a nice place for date nights or just a casual day/night out. We tried the chicken quesadillas and some tacos, all of the food came out and was very tasty. If you enjoy Mexican cuisine, this could a great option in Las Olas!

My mom and I had dinner at Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar and overall it was a really nice experience…read more The vibe inside is very cool with dim lighting that creates a great ambiance for dinner. The service was fantastic and definitely stood out. We ordered the fresh guacamole, which they made right at our table, and it was so good. It was easily the highlight of the meal. We also shared the chicken quesadillas. They were decent, but in my opinion there was a little too much chicken and not quite enough cheese. Overall, it is a cute spot with good food and a great atmosphere. Nothing completely blew me away, but it was still a really enjoyable experience and I would come back.