Char Hut

Any chain restaurant applying for an operating license in Florida ought to have to complete a course in the Char-Hut methodology. This little Florida franchise, which opened its first outlet in 1976 to sell char-grilled burgers, onion rings, and hot dogs, is doing so many things right that it

Char Hut

Any chain restaurant applying for an operating license in Florida ought to have to complete a course in the Char-Hut methodology. This little Florida franchise, which opened its first outlet in 1976 to sell char-grilled burgers, onion rings, and hot dogs, is doing so many things right that it’s easy to lose track. It serves […]

The Cheese Course

Let’s face it: Cheese makes everything better. The Cheese Course — a chain with four locations throughout South Florida — is a nod to the stores of Europe that sell one item done extremely well. Patrons wander through the odorous Plantation shop and are encouraged to sample from more than 150 cheeses from all over […]

The Cheese Course

Let’s face it: Cheese makes everything better. The Cheese Course — a chain with four locations throughout South Florida — is a nod to the stores of Europe that sell one item done extremely well. Patrons wander through the odorous shop and are encouraged to sample from more than 150 cheeses from all over the […]

Cinemark Paradise 24 and XD

XD means extra large theaters with floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall screens with premium stadium seating ensuring a good view from every seat. Reseved seating is available. There are also 3-D films showing in select theaters. There is a full cafe in the lobby and an arcade.

Don Carlin Cuban Restaurant

This busy, sun-lit restaurant feels like a small Cuban café straight out of Miami. But Don Carlin is way out west in Broward, near Sawgrass Mills Mall. Area workers filter in for filling lunch specials, none more than $8.99, that for rabo encendido, or stewed oxtail. Steak palomilla, thin and cooked on the griddle till […]

Donna’s Restaurant

It’s one of the truly wonderful things about living in South Florida: the ready availability of genuine island-quality jerk chicken. God help us, we love it so. The restaurants can be found in strip malls all over town, but our favorite happens to be in the center of the county, on the northwest corner of […]

The Dutch Pot Jamaican Restaurant

Popular Jamaican haunt the Dutch Pot sets itself above the other Caribbean restaurants with stellar service, a loyal following, and food packed with as much flavor as your taste buds can handle. The staff prepares its own jerk seasoning, brown stew, and homemade curry daily. Lovers of seafood should show up for breakfast – the […]

The Dutch Pot

You’d be hard-pressed to find a Jamaican joint more authentic than Dutch Pot, a homey lunch counter and dining room in the heart of North Lauderdale. Make no mistake, this is straight-up soul food: fall-off-the-bone jerk chicken is whacked into bone-in chunks and plated with thyme-scented rice and peas; curry chicken and goat lavish in […]

East City Grill

Despite its name, East City Grill is nowhere close to the east side; it’s located in Weston, emphasis on the west. This contemporary-designed establishment prepares American and international fare with a focus on Florida produce and fish when possible. And if local fish isn’t available within reach, East City Grill has seafood flown in daily. […]

Everglades Holiday Park

When it comes to the Everglades, it’s easy to be overwhelmed. After all, it’s 734 square miles of gators, grass and swamp water. But Everglades Holiday Park is a great place to start. This famous Fort Lauderdale outpost has the fanciest fan boats you’ll ever see, and they’re also home to the Gator Boys of […]

Famous Phil’s Sub Shop

Despite the passionate counter claims of many a Philadelphian – it IS possible to get a real Philly cheesesteak outside of the City of Brotherly Love. Rare, but possible. And Famous Phil’s Sub Shop in Plantation is one such place. Their Steak Bomb, as it’s dubbed, is a meaty pile topped with grilled onions, peppers, […]

Flamingo Road Nursery

Hiring landscapers is the coward’s way out. If you’ve got a lawn that needs some ‘scaping, do it yourself. And start your endeavor at Flamingo Road Nursery in Davie, where they have every kind of plant, flower, bush and tree that can survive the South Florida sun. Plus fountains, sculptures, pottery, furniture and everything you […]

Fra Diavolo

Appealing, homey, and comfortable surroundings belie the sophistication of the Italian cuisine. Nothing is elaborate, nor is it innovative, but it’s all beautifully prepared. And if you haven’t had veal done properly since the guilt-inducing 1980s, feel free to revel in it here, where you can order it eight different ways; the bocconcini Piemontese, with […]

Gabose Pocha

Perhaps the best-known section of University Drive in Lauderhill is South Florida’s very own Koreatown, home to a handful of the county’s best barbecue restaurants and specialty markets. At the center of it all is Gabose Pocha, a 14-year-old restaurant that’s the original landmark. There’s more to Korean food than just barbecue, and Gabose owners […]