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.

👍👍 It was the wife and I first time going out to Pembroke Pines mall to check out all the food trucks that was around. There was one food truck that caught our eye and it was Sak Pase. When we approached Sak Pase it was just Huge smile and great customer service from there, I ordered the Creole Chicke...

👍👍 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 diner fare, plus Latin cuisine served in this cozy daytime eatery with a colorful mural.

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

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

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.

👍👍 Spencer’s has been a great addition to the drive. Though the menu is mostly traditional “bar fare” the quality/value for the price can’t be beat. All of the sandwiches are overstuffed — all the dishes are large — and consistently taste great. I *love* their hot sauce, which is made in house, and...

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

Classic American bar fare in an eclectic setting with high top tables, brunch & happy hour specials.

Easygoing, venerable cafe offering American breakfast & lunch staples plus patio seating.

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.