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The Fitz Bar & Lounge

The Fitz is a warm watering hole rather than a velvet trap. The report notes its Harbor Beach Margarita, Las Olas Lush, food trucks, approachable cocktails, and founder John Fitz’s emphasis on conversation.

Broward CountyFort LauderdalePrice: $$Best night: relaxed weekday or early weekendSouth Florida rank: #19Broward County rank: #8

Why we ranked it a top bar:

Editorial rating: 7.9/10
Price: $$
Best for: local hospitality, casual cocktails, low-key meetups, warm neighborhood nights
Best night: relaxed weekday or early weekend

The Fitz is a warm watering hole rather than a velvet trap. The report notes its Harbor Beach Margarita, Las Olas Lush, food trucks, approachable cocktails, and founder John Fitz’s emphasis on conversation.

The crowd is local, easygoing, and blessedly uninterested in proving itself. The bar succeeds by avoiding pretension. Some rooms want your awe; The Fitz wants your return.

Address503 SW 2nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
CountyBroward County
NeighborhoodFort Lauderdale
Best nightrelaxed weekday or early weekend