Fort Lauderdale · Broward County, FL

Nightlife in Fort Lauderdale

Scout analyzed 125 Fort Lauderdale places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

125

Matches

Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Complete outings

Fort Lauderdale Riverboat Date Night

Begin your date with a refreshing cocktail at a chic rooftop lounge overlooking the city as the sun begins to set. Then, embark on a scenic riverboat cruise to see Fort Lauderdale's illuminated waterways. Conclude your evening with an upscale dinner at a waterfront restaurant, enjoying fresh seafood and the ambiance of passing yachts.

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Central Beach

5 matching spots

Victoria Park

2 matching spots

South Fort Lauderdale

2 matching spots

Sailboat Bend

2 matching spots

Flagler Village

1 matching spots

Scout-verified spots

Central Beach

S3 (Sun Surf Sand)

S3 is good for an upscale dinner or brunch, offering fusion cuisine, sushi, and cocktails with ocean views. Expect to spend $75-150 per person for a 1.5-hour experience, making reservations advisable.

FoodCocktailsViews

$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Flagler Village

Rhythm & Vine

This is a versatile spot for a casual evening out, offering drinks, food from rotating trucks, and DJ sets in an indoor/outdoor setting. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $30-$75 per person for drinks and food.

CocktailsLive musicSports

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Victoria Park

The Easton Rooftop Pool & Lounge

This rooftop lounge is a good spot for evening drinks and light bites, offering city views and a pool. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person over a couple of hours, likely pairing with a nearby dinner.

CocktailsSportsFood

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Central Beach

Nubé Rooftop

Nubé Rooftop is suitable for an upscale evening for drinks and light food, often paired with dinner nearby or as a standalone destination. Expect to spend $50-100 per person over 1.5 hours.

FoodCocktailsViews

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

South Fort Lauderdale

Tin Roof

Tin Roof is a bar and live music venue best for an evening out with drinks, bar food, and entertainment. Expect to spend $15-40 per person for a visit of 1.5-2 hours, often paired with dinner or other nightlife in the area.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Central Beach

McSorley’s Beach Pub & Rooftop

This is a good spot for a casual meal or drinks with friends, offering both a sports bar atmosphere downstairs and beach views from the rooftop. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Victoria Park

Sparrow Fort Lauderdale

Sparrow Fort Lauderdale is a stylish rooftop spot ideal for pre-dinner drinks or a sophisticated end to an evening, featuring cocktails, sushi, and city views. Expect to spend $75-150 per person for drinks and some food, with a typical visit lasting 1.5-2 hours.

CocktailsFoodViews

$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

South Fort Lauderdale

The Wharf Fort Lauderdale

The Wharf is a lively outdoor/indoor venue with multiple food vendors and bars, ideal for a social evening out or a weekend afternoon. Expect to spend a few hours here, eating and drinking, with costs ranging from $35-$75 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Central Beach

Rock Bar

Rock Bar is suitable for an evening outing for drinks and bar bites, often after a beach day or dinner. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $30-75 per person for cocktails and light food.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Central Beach

Elbo Room

Elbo Room is a lively beach bar perfect for an evening of drinks, live music, and dancing. Expect to spend $20-$50 per person on drinks over a couple of hours.

CocktailsLive musicSports

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visithard parking

Sailboat Bend

Backyard

Backyard is a lively bar best for an evening out with friends or a date night. Expect to spend a few hours dancing and enjoying drinks, typically costing $30-$70 per person.

CocktailsLive musicSocial

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Sailboat Bend

Revolution Live

Revolution Live is suitable for an evening out to see a show, offering various genres of live music. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $35-$150 per person, factoring in tickets and drinks.

CocktailsLive musicOutdoors

$35–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

The Funky Biscuit

The Funky Biscuit is a live music venue best for an evening out to see a band. Expect to spend a few hours listening to music, having drinks, and possibly food, with typical costs ranging from $50-$120 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$120 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking