Fort Lauderdale's Premier Waterfront Seafood & Steak Restaurant
Looking for a waterfront dining experience that combines fresh seafood, scenic Intracoastal views, and a relaxed atmosphere? Boatyard is one of Fort Lauderdale’s top waterfront seafood restaurants, serving coastal-inspired cuisine in a true Florida-style setting along the water.
Boatyard has earned recognition as one of Fort Lauderdale’s premier waterfront restaurants, celebrated for its coastal cuisine, dockside dining, and Intracoastal atmosphere, including Best Seafood in Fort Lauderdale (2025), Best Waterfront Dining (2024), and Best Seafood (2024).
An iconic, waterfront dining destination in Fort Lauderdale
Boatyard is where locals gather and visitors discover the true taste of the city’s coastal lifestyle. As one of the most celebrated Fort Lauderdale seafood restaurants, our menu features fresh daily catches from local waters, premium steakhouse cuts, and our signature Bimini Bread, a guest favorite.
Indulge in oysters from our raw bar, grilled lobster tails, seared scallops, or flavorful small plates perfect for sharing. Our chefs incorporate tropical and Caribbean-inspired flavors alongside classic seafood preparations, creating a menu that reflects the diversity of South Florida cuisine.
Dine indoors in our refined, nautical-chic setting or outside under the shade of the gumbo limbo tree with panoramic views of the Intracoastal Waterway. Sip handcrafted cocktails at our lively four-sided bar, enjoy happy hour by our waterfront dockside fire pit, or pair your meal with a selection from our extensive wine list. At Boatyard, we invite you to…Eat Local. Be Coastal.
Indulge in Coastal-Inspired Seafood Menus
DOCK & DINE
in FORT LAUDERDALE
Boatyard offers one of the most unique waterfront dining experiences in Fort Lauderdale—the ability to arrive by boat. Located on the Intracoastal Waterway, we welcome guests directly from the water with dock space steps away from your table. Whether you’re cruising in for a sunset dinner, hosting friends for weekend brunch, or making a midday stop, we make it effortless to enjoy the yachting lifestyle of Fort Lauderdale. Boatyard is a waterfront restaurant in Fort Lauderdale shaped by the boating lifestyle. Reservations guarantee both a boat slip and a table for up to six guests.
WATERFRONT PRIVATE EVENTS
Boatyard’s waterfront location, stylish nautical décor, and fresh coastal cuisine make it an ideal venue for special occasions. We host weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, and intimate gatherings with personalized menus and attentive service.
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Experience Fort Lauderdale’s Waterfront Lifestyle
Boatyard brings the best of coastal living to your table. Whether it’s brunch with friends, sunset cocktails, or a night out by the Intracoastal, every visit is filled with fresh flavors, relaxed vibes, and breathtaking water views.
- Fresh, Local Seafood – Daily catches and chef-driven coastal specialties.
- Scenic Waterway Dining – Indoor, patio, or dockside seating keeps the Intracoastal in view.
- Lively, Social Atmosphere – Fireside chats, happy hour, and the dockside bar make every visit feel effortless.
- Dock & Dine Options – Arrive by boat or car and enjoy a true waterfront dining experience.
Eat local, be coastal, and soak in the Fort Lauderdale lifestyle at Boatyard.