If you are looking to enjoy a romantic dinner on the water complete with sunset views and delicious stone crabs, look no further than Billy’s Stone Crab Restaurant. The allure of Billy’s innate elegance, their extensive and innovative menu, and friendly and knowledgeable staff combine to create a flawless dining experience. Your night begins by walking into a newly renovated dining room complete with romantic lighting and floor to ceiling windows overlooking the water.
While Billy’s Stone Crab is known for the all you can eat stone crab and world famous mustard sauce, the menu offers a variety of options. You can begin with a tasty chowder or salad, or choose from expertly prepared hot and cold appetizers. Don’t forget to explore Billy’s newest addition to their menu - fresh sushi. Rolled to perfection, Billy’s sushi rolls are simple yet scrumptious. For your main course, enjoy Jumbo Alaskan King Crab Clusters, Fresh Florida Black Grouper, Yellow Tail Snapper, Lobster, Oysters, Clams a Filet or New York Strip.
Fresh fish of the day is prepared many different ways. The Bretone is sautéed with mushrooms, capers, crabmeat and jumbo shrimp in a lemon butter and white wine sauce. The Key West preparation is lightly sautéed in butter and white wine sauce and then topped with jumbo shrimp, jumbo lump crabmeat and garnished with sliced avocados. Billy’s generous portions and fresh ingredients will keep you coming back.
Head downstairs to Billy’s Marketplace on the lower level. Here you can find fresh shrimp, stone crab, snapper, and grouper to purchase. Billy’s Stone Crab prides themselves on their selection of fresh Florida seafood that is wild caught, and never farmed. You can taste the difference from the first bite. Wander towards the back of Billy's Marketplace and take some time to experience Billy’s newly remodeled wine room. This room is available for parties, and it is also the perfect spot to stop for lunch, or a quick casual dinner. At Billy’s Stone Crab Restaurant you can be confident that you are eating the best fresh seafood in South Florida.
With a promise to nourish your body and soul, your journey to better health starts at Om’echaye. Extremely knowledgeable instructors will push you to reach and surpass your fitness goals. On my recent visit to Om’echaye, I took an Iyengar Yoga class with instructor Javier Wilensky. I was extremely impressed with the enthusiasm and level of drive he brought to the class. The session was challenging and extremely rewarding.
Om’echaye offers over 120 classes every week including Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Body Blast, Cycling, Body Pump, Body Sculpting, Power Training, Core Workouts and Circuit Training. Yoga classes at Om’echaye are anything but boring. They have hot yoga classes as well as traditional forms of Kundalini, Vinyasa, Iyengar, and Prenatal Yoga. 
In addition to getting a great workout at Om’echaye, members also have access to periodic wellness lectures and fat burning regimens. Om’echaye’s integrative approach towards health is obvious the moment you step through the door. The staff is dedicated to increasing your physical and mental health through creating a plan that works for your body. Click here to visit Om’echaye Wellness and Fitness Center’s website. 
Fort Lauderdale Eye Care and Eye Wear is the place to go for all of your eye care needs. Located on SE 17th street in the Southport Shopping Plaza, Fort Lauderdale Eye Care offers a convenient location and professional optometry. Whether you simply need a check up, or you are in the market for some fashionable new frames, they will have exactly what you need. The friendly front desk will help you schedule an appointment anytime Tuesday-Saturday. 
Dr. Bearden and Dr. Hanley offer a variety of services including glasses, contact lenses, and prescription sunglasses. Their large selection of designer eyewear includes Takumi, Ralph Lauren, Rayban, Nike Sports Wear, and BCBG. Fort Lauderdale Eye Care and Eyewear is also able to perform tests in order to detect possible glaucoma or other ocular diseases and injuries. Using Facebook and Twitter, as well as their online website, Fort Lauderdale Eye Care and Eyewear offers many online promotions. Jump online before your appointment and discover instant savings! 
For visitors to Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Eye Care and Eyewear conveniently accepts walk-ins. With high-quality, professional eye exams from experienced doctors you can’t go wrong. So next time you forget your glasses or contacts on vacation, no need to worry! Just pop into Fort Lauderdale Eye Care and see your problems disappear.
Shiver me timbers! Ye have arrived at Fort Lauderdale’s popular Pirate Republic Seafood and Grill. Located on the water on SW 3rdAvenue, you can arrive by land or by water taxi. You will be greeted with a squawk by live parrots at the entrance. Pirate Republic began in 2005 as “The Pirate Shop” which evolved into “The Pirate Bar” and eventually into the full service restaurant it is today. Wander around and check out the life size pirate statues throughout the restaurant! 
Seafood dishes from Pirate Republic include a plethora of combination plates such as their signature dish featuring shrimp, calamari, mussels, and clams, as well as simple fish sandwiches and salads. For meat lovers, Pirate Republic has a variety of steak and chicken dishes as well as a full array of burgers. There is also a menu for “the little swashbucklers” so be sure to bring the kids for a fun family meal by the water.
Kyojin Japanese Buffet is an upscale, all you can eat, Japanese seafood buffet located right here in Fort Lauderdale. Walk in to find detailed Japanese décor and a vast and eclectic display of dishes. Friendly and knowledgeable staff will seat you and take your drink order. Try a traditional Japanese beer called Kirin Ichiban to get the night started, and then it’s off to the buffet! With its huge variety of dishes, Kyojin has something to offer for every diner. 
Start by perusing Kyojin’s plentiful sushi sashimi bar including a la carte options, maki sushi, as well as special rolls made by the sushi chef. Move down and visit the welcoming chef behind the hibachi table who will take your order and prepare your choice of meat and vegetables. Choose from New York steak, shrimp, spare ribs, teriyaki chicken and grill squid. Grab a bowl of miso soup to finish it off and run to your table to begin your feast! 
If you still have room left, move on to the Oriental Hot Food Buffet, which features scallops, tempura shrimp, sesame chicken, sautéed crab and more. Don’t forget to leave room for one more return trip to the buffet table. Dessert of course! Kyojin offers a delightful variety of ice cream as well as fresh fruit and pastries, cheesecake and tea. Kyojin Japanese Buffet is sure to leave you full and satisfied! 
Ginger Bay Cafe located in Hollywood is perfect for a lively night out on the town. The menu spans all varieties of authentic Jamaican food including jerked wings, curried chicken, and delicious coconut shrimp. With choices like goat, oxtails and yuca fries, Ginger Bay is the perfect place to try something new! All entrees are served with rice, potatoes, or veggies, but I highly recommend the bammy yucca fries or plantains. 
Ginger Bay is known for having some of the best live reggae in South Florida. Jam along with other guests to jazz, soca, drum bands, and classic reggae. The atmosphere is relaxed and fun. Live reggae on Friday’s and Saturday’s mean a full house prepared to dance the night away. While you dance, sip on a refreshing mojito or daiquiri offered in a variety of flavors. Ginger Bay’s signature drinks are sure to keep you dancing all night long! 
Ginger Bay also offers a great happy hour including $5 shots, sangrias, cocktails, martinis and wine, and $6 margaritas and mojitos. The bar also has $5 wings, fries and fish during happy hour. Ginger Bay is a great place to hold an intimate event full of energy and fun. The perfect location for a birthday, office party, or holiday party, Ginger Bay will leave your group full, relaxed and satisfied. 
Big City Tavern located on Fort Lauderdale’s Las Olas Boulevard prides itself on its use of locally grown ingredients. With over 10 successful years in the industry, Big City Tavern has always had a delicious and varied menu. But Chef Louis Bossi has taken excellence to the next level as he produces house-made charcuterie including pancetta, guancaile, pasciuto, salami and lardo on site. Menu specialties change daily depending on which local products are available. 
Using local purveyors such as Palmetto Creek Farms and Farmhouse Tomatoes, Big City Tavern does not skimp on quality. Chef Bossi’s passion for creating a menu filled with house-made, local and seasonal ingredients is apparent with the first bite. From the crackers to the salami, everything is home-made and absolutely delightful. Try a delectable fresh cheese plate served with nuts and figs, or Big City’s famous French fries to compliment your home-made charcuterie. http://www.intown411.com/big-city-tavern. 
With a rich, downtown vibe to their décor, Big City Tavern is a big restaurant with a big goal. To give every customer a taste of something fresh, seasonal, and created right here in South Florida. Underrated simply because of its long-lived presence on Las Olas, Big City Tavern is often overlooked. Stop in and ask about the house-made pasta and charcuterie to experience a unique and satisfying meal. Flavor and variety fill every bite, leaving every diner happy with their choice.
