In her January 2026 roundup for Miami New Times, food editor Nicole Lopez-Alvar spotlights the most exciting new restaurants opening in Fort Lauderdale, capturing the city’s rapidly evolving dining scene. From chef-driven concepts to stylish neighborhood standouts,...
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Florida Room Blends Courtside Fun with Comfort Food
by: The Leftovers, Miami Florida Room, the newest concept from chefs Jeff McInnis and Janine Booth, brings an unexpected pairing to Fort Lauderdale: a full-service restaurant tucked inside a massive pickleball complex at The Fort in Snyder Park. The space blends...
Florida Room Serves Up Flavor & Fun!
The article spotlights Florida Room, Fort Lauderdale’s newest dining destination located at The Fort. Positioned as a coastal comfort–meets–courtside cool restaurant, Florida Room pairs a relaxed, social atmosphere with elevated cuisine and entertainment. Led by chefs...



