Must-see nightlife in Fort Lauderdale

Despite its unwieldy name, Brew is the coolest thing going in Fort Lauderdale: a kick-ass cafe located in a weird, semi-abandoned studio space filled with…

A tall, sleek and sexy 1920s-themed drinking den serving crafted cocktails and rocking a crossover classic rock/funk/soul/R&B blend. At weekends there's…

After one too many cocktails you might wonder whether you're seeing things as you look through the Wreck Bar's 'portholes' to see three or four mermaids…

The coffee spot to come to if you're serious about your brew. The main features of this industrial space are concrete, Tolix-style designer chairs and…

W Fort Lauderdale, the city's poshest digs, is proud of its 'living room' lounge that had a recent makeover. Created to be accessible and casual, it has…

A leather/bear/cowboy club with plenty to experience (both on the dancefloor and at the regular themed events), You don't have to be gay to check out the…

A low-key, 'anyone's welcome' neighborhood gay bar with a solid American menu, a wonderful outdoor patio and a popular Sunday brunch menu (from 10am). If…

We don’t want to call Laser Wolf sophisticated, but its extensive booze menu and pop-art styling definitely attracts Fort Lauderdale’s cerebral set. But…

Georgie's is Wilton Manors' gay landmark, a nightclub featuring a playlist of Top 40s and country blockbusters along with cheap drinks after 9pm and ever…

This epic nightclub features nationally recognized singers, fashion and runway shows, burlesque, drag, and stand-up comedians, plus a young crowd (18 to…

It's a chain but partygoers love it for live music, hot staff and high-energy bands. Good happy hour deals.