Restaurants in Oakland Park

“I went there tonight with my husband, sister and brother in law. FABULOUS!! The food was amazing and our server was fun and friendly. I got the the fried pork chops...so tender and delicious. The sangria was great but my favorite was the red beans. OMG!!! If you're ever in the area go check this place out, you will not be disappointed!!”

“Tout est excellent, parfait”

“Top 5 burgers I have ever had!!! Amazing!!
Excellent food and service. The restaurant is very clean. Highly, highly recommend!!
Do yourself a favor and taste the best burgers definitely in Fort Lauderdale.

Parking: Just off of US1 on Oakland Park Blvd. Parking on both sides of the building.”

“We come to this restaurant every time we visit Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood. The food is amazing, and the service is top notch. I went this week with my 5yo twins and the server was so accommodating to them. She went above and beyond to make our dinner special.”

“Wow amazing Thai food - tucked into Oakland park - the dumplings are home made 😳😳so yummy. Everything is homemade and so fresh and flavorful- ask for Andrew he’s amazing”

“Tengo 3 años visitando este maravilloso restaurant y sin duda alguna es el mejor restaurant de comida peruana autentica del Sur de La Florida. Exquisitos platillos, uno mejor que el otro, espectacular servicio y atencion y un lindo ambiente sencillo pero al mismo tiempo muy bonito y acogedor. La Causa de Pollo que preparan en Salimar es simplemente una delicia culinaria. Los recomiendo 100%”

“First let's start with being greeted by the nicest host (probably the owner or manager), he was so welcoming and happy to have us. Our waiter, Brian, was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. I had a "Rosa latte" it was the most attractive and delicious cup of coffee I've ever had. The omelet came out hot and the waffle cheese bread was so yummy! Definitely coming back! 😋”

“Great food and nice service.”

“What can I say but THANK YOU!
This is by far the ABSOLUTE BEST RESTAURANT IN TOWN !
Not only do we go several times a week but we always enjoy bringing along friends for the first time !!!
THEY LOVE IT AS WELL !!!

Mai and her husband Chef John ALWAYS greets us with a smile and Always makes sure we feel comfortable!
We actually feel like Family!!

The staff is ABSOLUTELY TOP
SHELF AND TRULY THE BEST OF THE BEST !!!

Now the Food ....
OMG OMG OMG !
My husband is Italian and there's nothing like Fresh Italian Food and at Camille's is EXACTLY WHAT YOU
GET ! PRICELESS!!!!!
A MUST TRY EVERYONE!

We personally want to say thank you for coming to our community because it's always a joy to see all your Beautiful Smiling Faces and Great Conversations and of course
The EXCELLENT FOOD
CHOICES !

Thank you for being YOU !
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
AntFrank”

“I very much enjoyed myself. Thank you I finally found great mac n cheese. Omg yes someone who makes green beans the right way... the fried chicken was clucking good. I'm definitely locked in this location, I will b returning regularly... I want to try the whole menu now. Also the atmosphere is totally a TLC vibe music was Terrific, the Food was Lovely, and the service Caring. I appreciate these things when eating out, yet wanting that home food feeling.”

“I have loved this restaurant since 2000!!! I used to work nearby. I just went yesterday and it is STILL exactly the same deliciousness I always get carne asada it comes with cheese enchilada, rice, beans, and guacamole and sour cream. I always switch the yellow rice and black beans to white rice and cheesy refried beans. They are fast to serve the food and never have I ever anything but perfect service. I literally love this place!!!!”

“they have the BEST virgin pina Coladas i have ever tried, the food on the other hand was okay. it wasn’t anything special. but what truly made the visit worth it was our server, jessika, she was genuinely so great, she was so sweet and attentive! overall wonderful service! give this woman a RAISE!!!!!”

“Sak Pase food truck is a good place to enjoy Haitian food seriously the food was good and fresh and seasoned well. The fish was to die for and the service was awesome especially all the people that worked there is people friendly. I definitely recommend this place for anyone who wants to have a good taste of Haitian food and a good vibe and atmosphere. I definitely would be coming back again and in my personal opinion I give this place 5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”

“Great place to watch football. We can see all our games at the same time and they turned the sound up for us. The Smoked Fish Dip was delicious. Drinks are tasty. Our waitress is very attentive.”

“The Tropibowl was okay... Really good the first bites but then you taste the whole thing a little too salty. The Plantains were Idk from where but they were certainly no Hispanic so be aware.
The Everything Acai was delicious. The best Acai bowl in the area.
A great place to try.”

“Last night was my first time eating from here. I followed on Instagram for awhile but never got around to buy until I seen they were down the street from me. I must say, my family was impressed! My husband enjoyed his food and so did my kids. The next day I'm still trying to eat what I had left. I will definitely be back and I totally recommend this spot. It's black owned which makes it even better! Thank you to the ladies at the front with their wonderful customer service skills.”

“The ambient music is on point…. If you looking for a place to chill vibe out and listen to soft Caribbean music this is the spot..also the forget the good food also..”

“Some of my favorite places to eat are restaurants that transitioned from food trucks as is the case with BMC Smash Burgers. BMC Smash Burgers began in 2021 as a popular food truck, Eat BMC operated by Jason "Jay Rok" Smith. In August of this year the brick-and-mortar location of BMC Smashburger opened on Dixie Highway in Oakland Park. Smith has taken smash burgers, thin beef patties cooked on a super-hot griddle to a new level of deliciousness. The burger is pressed with a spatula, to increase browning and crispy edges for maximum flavor. The smash burger technique is said to have been popularized by the Smashburger chain founded in Denver in 2007.

I finally got the chance to try BMC Smash Burgers after visiting the Small Biz Saturday Local Makers Market that was being held across the tracks. Parking for the restaurant is limited but I found a strip of free spaces across the street. The inside is no frills with a few tables and two more out front. You order at the counter and they brought my food out to me when it was ready. While I waited for my meal I was able to watch cooking in the open kitchen.

The menu features the smash burgers that made them famous but it also has a patty melt, hot dogs, tots, and fries. Dessert is a fresh baked cookie. You can't go wrong with the BMC Smash, a house blend patty of chuck-brisket-short rib blend , grilled onions, American cheese, BMC sauce, and house pickles, or take it up a notch with a Spicy BMC Smash, which start with the classic BMC Smash Burger and adds pepper jack cheese and house-pickled jalapeños.

I ordered the single BMC burger with fries and I was not disappointed. The flavor packed burger had crispy, lacy edges while still remaining juicy in the middle. The house made pickles are chef's kiss and the BMC signature sauce was the perfect topping for the burger while also making an excellent dipping sauce for the fries. It is easy to see why so many lists have named BMC smash burgers as the best in Broward.”

“Awesome spot; great coffee, delicious cookies, caring owner”

“Stopping off at Maggie’s feels like going home. The owners and staff are all so welcoming, and they even take the time to remember your name. Often they will stop off by the cafe tables to check on us, and unobtrusively catch up with what’s going on in our lives. They have worked hard to create an atmosphere that’s cheery and roomy, yet cozy. Definitely try the Lasagna layer cake. Layers of raspberry and cream that melt in your mouth. OMG! They are serious about their coffee and it’s the best around; smooth and robust, unlike the bitter or over powering coffee at other area coffee shops. In addition to the pastries they also serve a variety of sandwiches. The pulled pork is my favorite. It’s popular amongst remote workers. I believe they also do catering for special events. You owe it to yourself to stop in and experience it for yourself. Having said all this, I feel a little protective and hope it maintains the neighborly feel even as more folks discover this gem. 😎 Jerry Hammond”

“the food is delicious and waitress staff is on point. Have never been disappointed. One of my go to places.”

“Everything we tried was amazing definitely will order again”

“Love this place 🥰 everything is fresh and delicious and everyone who works there are so friendly (and helpful if you don’t know what you like yet) 10/10 highly recommended”

“This location is great. I work at the nearby and it’s always so convenient, quick, and delicious. I have been going to this location for years and I know all staff by name. They create an amazing atmosphere and I enjoy coming in to start my day or a get a pick me to for lunch. ”

“These are by far the best tacos I’ve ever had. Very authentic street tacos that make you feel like you’re right at home. Definitely try out the Al Pastor and Chorizo tacos. Owner is a sweetheart and actually cares about the quality of food she makes. I’ve recommended this place to multiple people and will continue to do so.”

“We were a group of 10 people and walked into Perry's Wings 30 minutes before closing on a Saturday evening. The awesome staff at Perry's went over and above and served us some sumptuous wings, oxtail & jollof rice. Mandy the executive Chef & owner went the extra mile and was present and engaged with the customers until closing. I recommend Perry's Wings as a perfect brunch, lunch or dinner restaurant. They have good food and beverages and awesome customer service.”

“Excellent place to eat and chat, the truth is that the pizzas are highly recommended in addition to the rest of the menu.

Parking: There is parking in front of the restaurant without any problem.

Kid-friendliness: Yes of course it is a very nice environment

Wheelchair accessibility: I think I saw a ramp to enter, it is very comfortable.”

“I just had the most amazing shrimp Quesadilla!!! The food is always fresh and cooked to perfection 👍”

“This BBQ is delicious! Pure traditional Carolina BBQ at it's best! If you want a taste of what true BBQ tastes like in South Florida, you NEED to stop here!”

“Best kept secret in Broward county. EVERYTHING here is delicious, but I would highly recommend the fried chicken and ALL of the vegetables are �����”

“great people, fresh food”

“Have driven by this place a bunch of times. Stopped in and had a gelati. Italian ice mixed with ice cream. Very delicious. My wife that the twist soft serve. Also very good. The attendant was very nice. Will definitely come back again”

“This bar has great seating, and we loved the gamer themed interior design. We also really enjoyed the face painting and Tarot reading that they had for the Day of the Dead party. We're looking forward to their next event! 😁”

“The food at El Guanaco is the best hands down. I refer people all the time for food . We have been going a few years but not much the last few months due to the service. Sometimes you can put up with mediocre service because the food is so good . But today was the second time service was subpar… Today we waited 20 minutes and still no order taken ….There was another table with no beverages that was sat before us . We decided to leave and offered to pay for the beverages and chips but they would not let us pay . The cashier said she could take our order but we already had waited and decided it was best to just go ahead and leave …On the way out there were 3 vacant tables inside ….If we eat El Guanico in the future we will order to go because the service is just not there anymore. The food is the best but not going back anytime soon to dine in …Food 5 ⭐️ service 3⭐️…..”

“Our friends brought us here for brunch, mainly for the pour over coffee, I think, but it was vegan friendly. Both hubby & I had the vegan pillow and our friends had the breakfast pillow. The food was tasty, but I think the big draw, again, was the coffee. I'd come back, but probably not before trying other vegan/vegan-friendly restaurants around.”

“I had an absolutely delightful experience at the Garden Restaurant! I ordered the chili and cheese omelette with potatoes and wheat toast, which was highly recommended by the sweet and charming Janet, my lovely waitress. From the moment I sat down, the service was incredibly warm and welcoming, giving the restaurant a true "Mom & Pop" vibe that made me feel right at home. My food arrived in less than 5 minutes, which was impressive! The omelette was cooked to perfection, and the potatoes were crisp and flavorful, all complemented by a nice, hearty wheat toast. To top it off, the coffee and water were just what I needed to round out a perfect meal. The friendly atmosphere and personal touch from the staff made this a standout dining experience. I highly recommend the Garden Restaurant for anyone looking for delicious food and a cozy, welcoming environment. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Yum yum yum !!! Wheeew! So I usually drive far to get ACTUAL FLAVOR in tacos. But they have the flavor on lock and I am sooooo glad this is like 10 min from me 🤭. I get the steak tacos with everything and horchata! I recently got Flan and cheesecake because they make it fresh there and it was delicious, I just wish the flan had more of the sweet sauce. Definitely love this place now. Ugh sorry for the low picture quality had to screenshot it from a boomer rang off my instagram lol
Oh the wait sometimes is long but trust me it’s worth it”

“Exelente atencion, Ademas es un local muy limpio con snacks mexicanos deliciosos 100% Recomendado”

“I would like to thank my server Amanda for a warm and welcome smile. Very pleasant and courteous. Made me feel right at home. Promote her and give her a raise immediately. The coffee was eh!”

“Great food for good prices”

“Peach, Strawberry & Sour Patch Flavored ..”

“Food is always fresh and good.The staff are always friendly and nice.Great customer service.I love how nice the owners are the food is very good.”

“So I've never been here till today but the people are great and the food is fantastic. The chef brings you your food, and of course ask how it was. Which in most places you don't get. If you have any left that you want to take home he even boxes it up for you. Honestly if you want a good lunch that's done right, here's the bed spot. A must try”

“A great place to grab any meal. The employees are very kind and go above and beyond to make each visit perfect. We came from out of town and stumbled across this gem. The best fajitas I have ever had. Breakfast fare was just as good. I believe our group ate there four times in one week for the consistency and quality that we experienced.”

“I have already come several times and I ask for the papitodo that I love and the attention of the girl who is always very kind, attentive and I like how she takes care of me. I recommend coming to this place!”

“Loved everything…. Music, wine list, brunch, atmosphere ❤️”

“i go there twice a week for lunch and i gotta say being from new york city, there ham and cheese and steak and cheese subs are awesome. the staff are pretty cool also vey nice. i recommend this sub place to anyone wanting a hot or cold sub.”

“The best burgers 🍔 in town!”

“Ordered through door dash due to a nasty cold, and I am sooo glad I did! Delicious smoothie, exactly what I needed and cannot wait to go in person to try other smoothies! I did a build your own with strawberry, mango, and banana with apple juice as the base. Did not disappoint! I highly recommend Ms Mango!”

“Breakfast and lunch 7 days a week. Diner with home cooking, nice staff and great prices. Be sure to try the sweet tea. Bacon was crispy, omelette was piping hot. Especially liked the crunch of the grilled biscuit.”

“Great service and delicious mangonada, they made the absolute best balance of fresh mango and spicy Tajin ? (100% natural chili peppers, lime & sea salt) when she added the spicy gummies I was done ? soooooo good! Please pay this dope spot a visit.”

“One of the best family restaurants that I've been too quality food.Excellent service and the nicest nicest people.”

“Very clean location, lots of yummy snacks, a wide selection of delicious natural juices, my favorite cucumber /lemon/ chamoy ? green juice. Highly recommended this place. Owners are very nice and attentive.”

“Awesome breakfast sandwich!”

“Delicious food perfect for lunch.”

“I was here tonight where a lady didn't like her food. I watched the owner and bartender try to resolve the issue immediately for her, with professionalism and pose. The food I had was incredible, not sure what she had. But all I know is, if I was them, I wouldn't have maintained my composure for nearly as long. It was my first time here, and definitely seemed like a stray crazy person on Christmas evening. Pricing is fair and low, ambiance is very family oriented, like a strong community. Fantastic northern bar. A gem for the south Florida community.”

“The Golden Crust team members at this location are friendly and welcoming. The store is always clean and the service is always great. Shout out to the Golden Crust team at the E. Commercial Blvd location!”

“One of the best Haitian Restaurant and the food is delicious ? ? come and taste it , I definitely recommend this restaurant very clean place. And the people are so nice. I am from Connecticut close to New York City, @ Florida this restaurant is one of the best ?”

“Delicious cakes, great customer service! I definitely recommend this place”

“Food is excellent and they give you a lot for your money. I’m unable to finish a platter by myself. The taso kabrit platter is amazing, the oxtail platter, also delicious.”

“Good place to hang and unwind from work.”

“We moved away and boy did my husband miss this place! Now I am in the area at least once a week and I always bring it home for my husband as a treat.

Nothing but great things to say about them- even their bathrooms were clean (nice suprise when I had to make an unscheduled stop).”

“Great atmosphere nice friendly staff”

“Perfect snacks and drinks”

“Never have been inside this restaurant but I order the Italian sub from them maybe once a week. It’s absolutely the best Italian sub I’ve ever had. They make it perfectly every time. Also they have amazing house made hot sauce. I love fat Freddy’s -”

“Living Green has become a must stop when in Ft. Lauderdale. The food and service is consistently excellent and true to their promises on the walls. This means highest ingredients, no artificial flavors, no seed oils, etc. Kyra is professional and welcoming. She is a breath of fresh air every time we visit. We are always happy to see her. She pays attention to detail.”

“The food amazing! Wifey always gets the Tassot Turkey and my go to is the griot complét. Prices are the best in the city and service is great when you call in an order it’s actually ready when you get there.”

“Muy rica la comida buen ambiente”

“Love going to Tequila Sunrise for their great fajitas and Thursday fishbowl margarita specials.”

“First time there, really good chicken, fresh food, great home made chips. The house sauce is awesome with a kick. The staff were so nice to us, I felt like they must be the owners.”

“You want a real jamaican restaurant you dont go to Dutch pot, you come here. The food is so good im licking the marrow out the bones. They bar'b fry chicken is just fantastic couldnt be happier.”

“This is amazing the service is amazing the food is amazing”

“Best home taste I had in this visit to Fort Lauderdale area. The mojarra frita was just right, the server was super nice and kind, horchata drink was satisfying. Recommend to try the parrillada.”

“Best Burger on the Planet. Just Go !”

“I've actually been eating here since I was a kid. This restaurant not only knows quality but also quantity! They actually cook their food with love and they treat their customers like family. This place is the heart and soul of Oakland Park in my opinion. I am greatful my own children can enjoy the same warm flavorful food they used to make for me!!! And for those that complain about the price, they give you what you pay for, I usually have food left over for 2-3 days! The people that own the restaurant are some of the nicest I've met in my life and I am a black woman. Give it a try, be kind, be patient, Pagoda will definitely come through!❤️”

“ELLEN was awesome!!! The best service I’ve had in a long time”

“Great 👍 place awesome 👏 food friendly people & most of all very nice smell inside of restaurant 😍🥰😇🙏🏾👌”

“Always delicious, always clean”

“very clean and the staff is amazing. the food is delicious.”

“The food was ready fairly quickly. Large portions, so bring your appetite. Passable atmosphere, but I tend to make a lot of people stare ?

Parking: The amount of parking spaces (maybe 12) should be able to fill up their tables. There's also a drive-through for to go orders.”

“I rate this place very highly . Staff is great … I think it’s the owner who works at the cash register and that man is a gem. The food is crazy good and they open until 11pm . One of the best pizzas I have had in a while . It was so good I went back the night after to get the same order and was greeted with an extra pizza since someone didn’t collect it . Go try it ! Food was bussin !”

“Nice and crispy and greasy . But all hand dipped and bartered The only one left in Fort Lauderdale I believe.”

“great wings and awesome service!!”