Spanish classics in a restaurant that has been around for more than decades.
Opened in 2012 at the foot of the Seventh Avenue Bridge, this cozy neighborhood spot in Sailboat Bend sits behind the Broward Center. Concertgoers mix with locals over well-prepared dishes like Spanish mussels served with chorizo, churrasco chimichurri, and mahi mahi in salsa de coco.
Festive Latin restaurant serving the essentials plus Spanish specialties.
Up Federal Highway in Lighthouse Point lies this quaint French bistro, known for prix fixe, multiple-course menus, seasonal specials, and an authentic Parisian ambiance. Locals love the beef Wellington and moules frites, and those with special dietary needs appreciate the gluten-free tapas like green bean ragout, patatas bravas, and pimientos de Padron. Lovers of blue cheese will fall hard for the St. Agur salad, and those craving authentic French eats will want to try the foie gras, rillette of duck, and escargot.
Mario’s Catalina Restaurant is named for its flamboyant chef/owner Mario Flores, who puts equally strong emphasis on creating an elegant ambiance and providing outstanding service and cuisine. White linen tablecloths contrast with an assortment of colorful paintings with ornate frames and Mario’s collection of tchotchkes. The food is a combination of Cuban and Spanish favorites, like roasted pork with caramelized plantains, white rice and black beans, vaca frita, and garlic shrimp.
Spanish restaurant and wine bar serving tapas.
Empanada Top specializes in Argentinian-style empanadas and serves wines and beers perfect to wash down the Latin delicacy. Their menu includes unique empanadas such as Hawaiian (ham, mozzarella cheese and pineapple), corn and pumpkin (corn, pumpkin, onion, red bell pepper, mozzarella cheese and seasoning) and guava and cheese.