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Best Bar And Grill in Fort Lauderdale

With great atmosphere
Soup comes first

Soup comes first

Settle in and enjoy a complimentary bowl of soup, beautifully finished with aromatic green oil and crispy croutons, accompanied by fresh bread.
Chicken Parmigiana

Chicken Parmigiana

Crispy, golden-breaded chicken topped with our rich marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, served with penne pasta tossed in a creamy tomato sauce and finished with shaved Parmesan. A delicious taste of Italian comfort.
A Perfect Pour for Every Occasion

A Perfect Pour for Every Occasion

From handcrafted cocktails and refreshing mocktails to exceptional European beers and a thoughtfully curated wine selection, our bar has something for every taste. Whether you’re enjoying a glass of wine with dinner or sipping your favorite cocktail, every drink is another reason to stay a little longer.

Everything was amazing. The staff was so polite and attentive. The calamari was the best I’ve ever had. The shrimp and pasta were so fresh, same with the garlic. It’ll all came out quick too. Everything was cooked to perfection. It was my first time and I’ll definitely be back

Brian G.

An absolute GEM. Wow. We're from Boston, so Italian food is a religion and Tamarindo Harbor blew us away. Frankly, most Italian in Fort Lauderdale is in disappointing -- corporate, bland, soupy, loud. We'd about given up. What a delightful surprise to find this lovely exception. Fabulous flavors, impeccable gracious service, in a warm comfortable environment where you can hear your guests without shouting. Chef offered us small cups of velvety sweet potato cream soup, everyone murmured at…

Kirby W.

What a wonderful discovery of an Italian restaurant, we have long been looking for! Our waiter Jackson was awesome and guided us to the best lunch entrees and appetizers. We ordered the deep fried mozzarella, he suggested the goat cheese balls and brought us a sample. We will be getting those every time in the future. I had the Shrimp Scampi and it was phenomenal, cooked to perfection. My companions had the chicken parmesan and the lamb chops. They said, "we are coming back here for sure!" At…

North S.

my fiancé and I had amazing dinner at Tamarindo Habor Italitan because the service was exceptional, and the food was so wonderful. The staff goes above and beyond with Attentiveness, recommendation, warm, friendly conversation To give you a quality restaurant experience. Thank you Kath, Jenny , Sergio , Kennet, Atonello, and Alessandro for such an excellent service . The pasta was delicious and very hot! We both ordered Alfredo . I was worried with us coming late for dinner at 10, but we were…

Lee

Had an amazing experience at Tamarindo Harbor! The guava arancini were absolutely delicious, crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside, with the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. The mocktails made by bartender Yenny were one of the highlights of the night. They were refreshing, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor. You can tell she puts care and creativity into every drink. To finish, we ordered the lava cake, and it did not disappoint. The warm, rich…

vale F.

Reservations

We are happy to accept reservations through our website, to get started, click the link below.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your most popular dishes?

Tamarindo Harbor Italian Bar & Grill is known for hearty red-sauce classics and pasta entrées. Our most popular dishes include:

  • Chicken Parmigiana: Breaded chicken breast baked with marinara and melted mozzarella, served over pasta.
  • Lasagna Bolognese: Baked lasagna made of layers of pasta with Bolognese meat sauce.
  • Fried Calamari: Crispy breaded calamari rings garnished with fresh parsley and red onion, with tangy marinara sauce and a lemon wedge on the side.
  • Bolognese: Pasta in a rich, slow-cooked sauce of ground beef, tomatoes, and herbs, finished with shaved Parmesan.
  • Eggplant Parmigiana: Layers of breaded eggplant baked with marinara and melted mozzarella, served over pasta.
  • Mini Meatballs: Bite-size beef meatballs in marinara sauce, served as a shareable starter.

Check out our full menu.

What are you known for?

We’re known for Italian classics, creamy pastas, seafood, chicken favorites, and fresh salads at our Fort Lauderdale bar and grill.

  • Italian Food: Italian classics range from carpaccio and stuffed pasta to chicken, veal, seafood, and tiramisu. Examples include Carpaccio Di Manzo, Crab Raviolotti, Chicken Marsala, Veal Parmigiana, Shrimp Scampi, and Tiramisu.
  • Pasta: Pasta dishes feature tomato, cream, and meat sauces alongside clam linguine and stuffed varieties with crab, spinach, or pear. Examples include Pasta Marinara, Pasta Alfredo, Pasta Bolognese, Linguine Clams, Crab Raviolotti, and Agnolotti Di Pera.
  • Seafood: Seafood spans salmon carpaccio, fried calamari, corvina prepared Francese-style, and shrimp or mussels in marinara sauce. Examples include Carpaccio Di Salmone, Fried Calamari, Corvina Francese, Shrimp Scampi, Shrimp Marinara, and Mussels Marinara.
  • Chicken: Chicken comes grilled, as wings or fingers, and in Italian preparations including Milanese and Parmigiana with marinara or vodka sauce. Examples include Grilled Chicken, Chicken Wings, Chicken Fingers, Chicken Milanese, Marinara Chicken Parmigiana, and Vodka Chicken Parmigana.
  • Salads: Salads range from simple mixed greens and side portions to Caesar, Caprese, and arugula with burrata. Examples include Side Salad, Mixed Salad, Caesar Salad, Caprese Salad, and Arugula Burrata Salad.
What meals do you serve?

We serve Lunch and Dinner

Do you offer delivery & takeout?

Yes, we offer Delivery and Takeout

Do you offer catering?

Yes! Tamarindo Harbor Italian Bar & Grill offers catering for parties, office lunches, family gatherings, and other events.

Visit our catering page for more information.

Do you take reservations?

Yes! We accept reservations through OpenTable. You can reserve a table online by selecting your preferred date, time, and party size, subject to availability.

What payment methods do you accept?

When you order online, we accept credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover), Apple Pay, and Google Pay.

Services & amenities

Is your restaurant wheelchair accessible? Yes, our restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: Fort Lauderdale, Bay Harbor, Birch Ocean Front, Nurmi Isles, North Bal Harbor, Soroka Shores, Middle River Manor, Wilton Manors, Rio Vista Isles, Lazy Lake, Harbor Beach, Middle River Vista, Oakland Park, Harbor Heights, Coral Heights, Middle River, Franklin Park, Coral Hills, Rock Island Village, and Royal Palm Isles.

Our location

Map showing the location of Tamarindo Harbor Italian Bar & Grill on 1025 N Federal Hwy in Fort Lauderdale
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