Best places: American restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, United States

Laid-back hangout with old-school arcade games & pinball, weekend DJs, trivia nights & a full bar.

Family-run spot where basic American fare & famed burgers are served in a low-key, strip-mall space.

Popular place specializing in hoagies, deli sandwiches & salads, as well as desserts.

👍👍 update: I went back for dinner yesterday to celebrate Mother's Day… once again delicious dinner and excellent service! Amazing experience! Beautiful place… service. Excellent! The food is delicious, the waitress Arlette is incredible... her wine recommendation was excellent. It's my second time... I...

American breakfasts & lunches in a sleek, airport setting with views of takeoffs & landings.

Creative, upscale surf 'n' turf specialties served in a sleek setting with a lively bar scene.

Small-chain American spot offering seasonal comfort food in stylish, contemporary surroundings.

Outpost of the upscale steakhouse chain offers classic American fare & a clubby, refined setting.

High-energy New American chain with wood-fired pizzas & bistro fare served in industrial-chic digs.

Veteran marina eatery dishing upscale & casual fare with live music & tarpon feeding from the dock.

Easygoing restaurant dishing out homestyle American food such as meatloaf & chicken pot pie.

Historic former residence with ocean views & Mediterranean-American plates, plus live piano music.

Long-running Pittsburgh-born chain known for its sandwiches piled high with coleslaw & french fries.

Informal American bistro serving hearty dinner entrees plus upscale brunch dishes on weekends.

👍👍 Moxies is lively and happening. I love going for happy hour and people watching. They have a great bar and wonderful outdoor patio. The servers aren’t overly attentive, but the people watching makes up for it. One of my favorite happy hour spots downtown.

Stylish, eco-minded chain serving beef burgers, plus hot dogs, craft beer & wine.

Laid-back joint for New Orleans-style eats, drinks & sports on TV in hopping quarters with a patio.

Stylish, eco-minded chain serving beef burgers, plus hot dogs, craft beer & wine.

😐 Great service. The staff is very friendly. The food is edible but it’s a bit overpriced. I was able to eat my meal, but I won’t be back.

Laid-back spot on the Intracoastal Waterway offering food, drinks, live music & water views.