South Florida Dining

SoFloDinings Vlog review of Checkers Old Munchen in Pompano This is South Florida’s premier dining blog. Reviews from all over South Florida including Tampa, Orlando, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Miami, and Key West just to name a few. We share tips and info on when to go and how to save. The site is hosted by award-winning Chef Daniel Diaz, the original Cuban Chef.

To date, there is nothing like this place in the Fort Lauderdale Area, it is more like you would expect in Miami Beach. This is a very different style of restaurant, cutting edge doesn’t begin to describe it. To start, their menu has a large variety of items to choose from and the food comes out of multiple kitchens. The best way to order is to pick several different dishes to share. The food will...

We visited the location while staying in Marathon at the Knights Key Inn. Being less than half a block walking distance made it a no brainer. During our first visit, the night we arrived we ordered some appetizers and basic cocktails. We started with the 7-mile Lobster Bites that were really mouth-watering and melted in your mouth like butter. Next up was the Chilled Shrimp with Avocado Salsa serv...

As Darrel Broek, the host and one of the owners of Café Maxx, walked us to our table. I glance at some of the set tables and noted to myself that they were all perfectly set, every setting was identically placed and every table impeccably uniform. As soon as we were seated our server, Jane, introduced herself and offered us water, and took our drink orders. Shortly after she brought us a large bas...

opportunity to try Cinque Terre in Davie. First, we must thank our close friends Patty & Joe who had raved about the cuisine and made this a “must go” for us. We started off the evening with the Octopus that is poached, pan-seared & finished in the oven in a garlic-herb sauce as an appetizer. The octopus was so tender that you could cut it with a fork it was like butter and the taste was v...

Once the drinks arrived we ordered the Crab Cake for an appetizer. All that I can say about the crab cake is “simply incredible”. You need to stop here just for this. The Crab Cake is loaded with Lump Crab Meat, seasoned to match its Seafood Perfection, prepared fresh to order and is served over Pommery Mustard. We then ordered the Grilled Mahi Caesar and the Alligator Reef Salad which also comes...

Louie Bossi is a really good Authentic Italian Restaurant. Chef Louie was head Chef down the road at Big City Tavern before opening his own place. They have a stunning design that lends itself to a warm and inviting atmosphere both inside and out. The customer service is really incredible. They have many traditional Italian meals and some newly created dishes. The Outdoor courtyard seating is amaz...

Downstairs we were seated at a table with almost an identical view of the ocean but less of the beach and more of the manicured lawn. David, our server, greeted us and gave us the specials for the night that actually included the price of each special, something rarely done in most restaurants but a huge plus in my book. We ordered several appetizers perfectly fried Calamari as well as the Jumbo C...

As you walk up to the restaurant you start to feel as if you have arrived at an exotic destination due to the vegetation and strategically placed tables and seating options. Upon entering the restaurant you cannot help but notice all of the awards and accolades they have earned over the years. Take note that they are a 20 plus consecutive Zagat Awards recipient. Thai Spice has also been honored to...

SoFloDinings 2nd Year Anniversary Show. This is South Florida’s premier dining blog. Reviews from all over South Florida including Tampa, Orlando, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Miami, and Key West just to name a few. We share tips and info on when to go and how to save. The site is hosted by award-winning Chef Daniel Diaz, the original Cuban Chef. #SoFloDining

Our visit started out fantastically as we entered the etched double door entrance of the restaurant we immediately noticed the modern yet sophisticated décor. After checking in for our reservation I saw a large bar where customers were enjoying their dinner as well as drinks. We were brought back to our table by the Maitre’D who was most gracious. On our way to the table, I noticed that the restau...

Finally, after the many false starts and the interesting twists that we have faced this year, we were able to visit this restaurant to see what they were all about. We made our reservations as always on Open Table. When we arrived we were warmly greeted by the hostess who then promptly seated us near the Open Kitchen which was so clean that I could see all that was going on in the kitchen in the r...

We have visited Bistro Mezzaluna on numerous occasions and will tell you that the Happy Hour is a great value. The appetizers are a nice size portion and I strongly recommend the Fruti de Mar. The drinks are a fair pour for the price and I find the service impeccable! #SoFloDining SoFloDining.com

First of all, I just have to ask you. How many restaurants do you need to take a boat to get to? Your adventure into the past starts with a boat ride from the parking area to the island. You get a brief history of the location from the boat captain on your way over to the island. #SoFloDining SoFloDining.com

This is South Florida’s premier dining blog. Reviews from all over South Florida including Tampa, Orlando, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Miami, and Key West just to name a few. We share tips and info on when to go and how to save. The site is hosted by award-winning Chef Daniel Diaz, the original Cuban Chef.