Family-friendly grill on the water featuring classic American eats, plus live music & a big patio.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2525 Marina Bay Dr W, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Phone: (954) 797-0054
Menu Photos
Order and Reservations
Order: Order online
Photo Gallery
Related Web Results
Waterfront Dining Fort Lauderdale | Rendezvous Bar and Grill
Reservations | Rendezvous Bar & Grill in Fort Lauderdale
Our Menu | Home Of the Freshest Seafood in Fort Lauderdale
Reviews
We had the spinach seafood dip and chips. Dinner was tuna steak and a mahi tacos.
No dessert we were stuffed. All around 5 star experience.
Mrs got the coconut shrimp with mashed potatoes, vegetables ( broccoli and carrots) and garlic ciabatta bread. First of all the shrimp were huge, the mashed potatoes tasted like what mom made vegetables were cooked perfectly and the bread to die for since it was crunchy and soft with a not too overpowering garlic flavor. And she started off with a pina colada because you know why not cuz it’s Florida 75 out and sitting dockside!
Not being as hungry as she was I ordered the 1/2 pound of peel n eat shrimp and it was the bomb and the cocktail sauce was hot and spicy just like i like it .
Brian our server was very nice and funny and great to talk to about the area.
We’re flying back out tomorrow however when we get back here this place is first on the list!
We started with the cracked conch and calamari, and both were excellent. The seafood tasted very fresh, with a light, clean batter that stayed crisp without being greasy or heavy. The conch had a nice chew without being tough, and the calamari was tender, not rubbery at all. A squeeze of lemon brightened everything up, and a few hits of hot sauce took it to the next level. Simple, classic, and done right. I paired that with a mojito that was well balanced, not overly sweet, with good mint and lime flavor.
For entrées, I ordered the shrimp pasta and it really stood out. The homemade bucatini had a great bite and held the sauce well. The creamy white sauce leaned heavily into white wine, which I actually loved. It gave the dish a depth and slight acidity that kept it from feeling too rich. The shrimp were cooked perfectly, tender and flavorful, and worked really well with the pasta.
I also had the grilled shrimp tacos, which were solid and enjoyable. Nothing flashy, but no complaints at all. Where that plate really shined was the rice and beans. Easily one of the highlights of the meal. The beans were clearly slow cooked, soft, creamy, and full of flavor, and the rice was fluffy and perfectly cooked. One of those simple sides that tells you someone in the kitchen actually cares.
For dessert, we went with the carrot cake. It was mid tier. Not bad, not amazing. Very similar to a Publix carrot cake. Moist, pleasant, but nothing particularly memorable or unique.
The music selection was great, with classics like Bob Marley, Steve Miller Band, Billy Joel, and similar artists setting a relaxed tone. The lighting and waterfront ambience made the whole space feel chill and inviting. Prices were fair and reasonable for the location.
I’d definitely come back and try something else on the menu. I can see why our friends brought us here. It’s clearly a place that’s stood the test of time thanks to good service, a well cared for menu, and consistently good vibes.
The only reason I can’t give it a full five stars is because while it was great, it’s more Florida worthy than plan a whole trip just to eat here worthy.
P.S. No don’t take the plate yet! There’s still calamari in there
Relaxing spot overlooking the marina, but likely won’t return.