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Boatyard, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Boatyard

4.6
4.6
5945 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 95 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
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.


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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (954) 525-7400
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Richard Harris
  • Private party facilities
    The Boatyard is an ideal location to host your next event, Corporate gathering, Baby Shower, Bridal Shower or a Birthday Party. We have 3 private rooms and an outdoor patio that can accommodate 10 to 500 guests. Our event planner will personally assist you in planning every detail.
  • Neighborhood
    Harbordale
  • Cross street
    17th Street
  • Parking details
    Self parking or valet parking available. Want to come by boat? -- free dockage available for boats up 75' for restaurant customers. Or come by Water Taxi, call 954-467-6677
  • Public transit
    Water taxi service available from all major hotels and downtown. Broward County Bus Service Drop off at 17th Street
  • Entertainment
    LIVE MUSIC Wed, Thurs, Friday and Saturday, 7pm-11pm. Sunday DJ & live musician 12pm – 4PM during Brunch.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Gala Seating

    $150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    NYE Gala Seating Please join us for an epic night rolling in the New Year, December 31st, 2024. 9:00pm – Midnight $150 prix fixe 5-course menu, including live entertainment/DJ, party favors and a Champagne toast @ Midnight. Vegetarian Options will be available upon request.
    New Year's Eve Gala Seating Photo
  • Dock & Dine - Premium Time Slots

    $200.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Dock & Dine at Boatyard Set sail, dock in style, and dine with us at Boatyard! "Premier Dock & Dine" is designed for those looking to arrive by water and experience elevated coastal dining at its finest. "Premier" applies to reservations made Thursday thru Sunday dinner and Saturday & Sunday brunch. Dock & Dine Reservations guarantee a 65' boat slip and table (up to 6 guests) for 2 hours. If inquiring for a Dock & Dine reservation of more than 6 people, please call 954.525.7400 and ask to speak with a reservationist. Deposit will be used towards the balance of your dining bill. If you are looking to make a boat slip reservation with less than 24 hours notice, please call 954.525.7400 to ensure availability of slip and dining table.
  • Dock & Dine - Regular Time Slots

    $200.00 per party

    Multiple dates available
    Dock & Dine at Boatyard Set sail, dock in style, and dine with us at Boatyard! "Dock & Dine" is designed for those looking to arrive by water and experience elevated coastal dining at its finest. Regular Dock & Dine Reservations are for "non-prime time" days only and are free of charge with a minimum spend of $200. Dock & Dine Reservations guarantee a 65' boat slip and table (up to 6 guests) for 2 hours. If inquiring for a Dock & Dine reservation of more than 6 people, please call 954.525.7400 and ask to speak with a reservationist. If you are looking to make a boat slip reservation with less than 24 hours notice, please call 954.525.7400 to ensure availability of slip and dining table.

What 5,945 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Most Booked

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Seafood

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Boatyard in Fort Lauderdale offers a "great atmosphere with beautiful views of the water" and exceptional service. Guests rave about the "fantastic seafood" and "amazing brunch and mimosa options." While some find it "a little pricey," the "unreal food" and "top-notch service" make it a favorite for special occasions. Reservations are recommended, especially for outdoor seating to enjoy the waterfront experience.

5,945 Reviews
  1. Michael

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    2.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Just not that good, unfortunately. Way too much sauce and seasoning on the fish. Seafood tower was way overseassoned and not worth the price because you don’t get much of anything with it.

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  2. Susan

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent service and nice ambiance. Entrees were good but not excellent and prices were high for quality.

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  3. Ronald

    Oklahoma City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have dined at the Boatyard for over 10 years. Have always had a five star experience. You will love this restaurant.

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  4. gerardo

    Fort Lauderdale

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always very good, excellent service. this time the noise level was very agreable.

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  5. Elizabeth

    Pinehurst

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place to sit out doors and enjoy fantastic seafood.

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  6. Alena

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Boatyard Restaurant exceeded all my expectations! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a stunning view that set the tone for a fantastic dining experience. The menu offers a wonderful variety of fresh, flavorful dishes, and every bite was perfection. The seafood was incredibly fresh, and the presentation was impeccable. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable, offering excellent recommendations. The ambiance was both elegant and relaxed, making it the perfect spot for a special occasion or a casual meal. I can’t wait to come back and experience it all over again!

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  7. linda

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Dîner very nice ! Beautiful set up outside. Food and drink where amazing . The only think is the staff that is pushing for alcool . We had drinks before dinner at the outside bar . She come 3 times to make us fell we should order more . But , we have not finish our drink at that point . Then, we had 2 bottles of wine (4pers) . We finish dinner and finishing the wine . She ask us "should I bring another bottle ". Then , ask if wanted dessert . We said no, she left a did the bill . When she came back . We all wanted special coffees. So , we did order but felt like rush . We were enjoying my birthday. I did appreciate the birthday card place at the table when we arrived . Very nice touch !!!

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  8. Charles

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I celebrated a birthday at Boatyard and were excited when we entered the restaurant since the establishment is beautiful and recently renovated. Sadly, the evening was met with lukewarm service. The server seemed less-than-enthused to attend to us, walking away several times as we were still engaging with her. At one point, she glanced over her shoulder to hear what we said before nodding and departing. Please engage more intently with your customers, since we are the reason you have a job. She missed that we wanted one of our dishes packed to go and we had to wait while the kitchen made a new portion. We also said we were celebrating a birthday at the beginning of our meal and no notice was given to our special event. We had ceviche and tuna tartar tacos, which were lukewarm when they arrived at our table. The red snapper with pasta and seafood paella were both good for the main dishes (the only highlight apart from the environment) but should have been served hotter. Sitting near the serving station, we could see that many plates sat for several minutes before being picked up and delivered to the tables. The dessert menu was lackluster, leaving us to seek dessert elsewhere. The cheapest bottle of wine was $50. The cocktail menu was also limited, focusing on a few eccentric flavor profiles, like the caviar-stuffed olive martini. I'm glad we tried it but once was enough. We'll go somewhere else that seems to appreciate us as a customer.

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  9. Janet

    Miami

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Sorry to say - inexperienced service from server no busing of table, I had to call her back to finish removing empty plates & glasses. When asked to clean off crumbs she arrived with a napkin & paper to clean up. I was embarrassed & obviously not trained by management!

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  10. Nancy

    Miami

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful view and great ambience, server was really good and friendly

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FAQs

Boatyard offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (954) 525-7400.

Boatyard is rated 4.6 stars by 5945 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 95 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Boatyard

1555 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    17th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Harbordale
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Self parking or valet parking available. Want to come by boat? -- free dockage available for boats up 75' for restaurant customers. Or come by Water Taxi, call 954-467-6677
  • Public transit
    Water taxi service available from all major hotels and downtown. Broward County Bus Service Drop off at 17th Street
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Richard Harris
  • Entertainment
    LIVE MUSIC Wed, Thurs, Friday and Saturday, 7pm-11pm. Sunday DJ & live musician 12pm – 4PM during Brunch.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (954) 525-7400
  • Private party facilities
    The Boatyard is an ideal location to host your next event, Corporate gathering, Baby Shower, Bridal Shower or a Birthday Party. We have 3 private rooms and an outdoor patio that can accommodate 10 to 500 guests. Our event planner will personally assist you in planning every detail.
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