The Best Pet-Friendly Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale

By: Denise & Melissa Stewart

Fort Lauderdale, FL is home to some of the best food in the best setting. Sometimes we want to enjoy the beautiful Fort Lauderdale setting at a restaurant with our pup but don’t know where to do that. Coconuts is THE dog-friendly restaurant to go to. 

Coconuts is in the perfect setting. Located right on the water, the restaurant has a stunning view of the Intracoastal. Watch boats sail by on the dog-friendly outdoor seating deck-area or enjoy the ambiance of a local seafood favorite in the inside. You can dock your boat here, too. The environment is so fun and friendly. Locals love to come here to have a relaxed night with great food. Coconuts is also located right next to the Swimming Hall of Fame, so if you’re going to the Hall of Fame, the perfect food stop is Coconuts. To top it all off, Coconuts is walking distance from Fort Lauderdale Beach. The best days are great beach days with great food, and Fort Lauderdale Beach and Coconuts could not be any more ideal.

Now for Coconuts’ delicious food: Coconuts specializes in seafood and comfort food. There is a huge variety of options for everyone, so even if you don’t eat seafood, you will find something you love. Some delightful items on the menu include a fresh local fish of the day, jambalaya, lobster rolls, bone-in strip steak, a pasta “Comfort Bowl,” and of course, coconut shrimp. Coconuts always offers delicious, unique specials as well that are too hard to resist. Also, the menu has “features,” which are additional menu items that depend on what the chef feels like making that day.

Coconuts has been recognized by many. It was voted the “Best Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale” by the Broward and Palm Beach New Times and has received fantastic reviews from Bite of the Best.

Coconuts’ atmosphere is an absolute reflection of the restaurant’s motto: “Be Nice.” Everywhere in the restaurant, from the menu to the t-shirts, you will see the words “Be Nice.” The owners really believe in being nice to everyone, and you can definitely feel that from Coconuts. The kindness even expands to our four-legged friends. 

For information on pet-friendly condos in the South Florida area, please contact Denise at 866-783-6011 or denise@condo.net