“Party” listings
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M Bar
From the owner of nearby Mancini’s Italian restaurant comes a stylishly industriallooking tapas bar and lounge on the happening east end of the street. All the ingredients used are sustainable, so don't miss out on the In Fuego, a cayenne-spiced tequila potion along with small plates of crispy pig ears, or the fried chicken and watermelon salad. (09/2011)
1301 E Las Olas Blvd
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McSorley’s Beach Pub
Sit on the outside sundeck here with a cold mug and get your Irish on while watching the beach scene. Play beer pong in the more casual game room; or go for cocktails in the lounge, where there’s a cigar and spirits night. (08/2011)
837 N Ft Lauderdale Beach Blvd
954-565-4446
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Rocco’s Tacos
More than 100 tequilas are on the list at this latest Rocco outpost, where dancing on the bar with the owner is encouraged. Tortillas are handmade, and guac’s mixed tableside, but the margaritas and tasty shots are what keep this party swinging. (05/2011)
1313 E Las Olas Blvd
954-524-9550
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Bongos Cuban Cafe
Power stars Gloria and Emilio Estefan have opened their fourth Latin entertainmentrestaurant venue. Take your casino wins and salsa with the crowd at the rooftop lounge or snuggle in a private cabana while sipping a Cuba Libre or mojito. (03/2011)
At Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino 5733 Seminole Way, Hollywood
954- 791-3040
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TOKYO BLUE
After hours, this stylish, sake-stocked sushi bar and dining room gives way to an ultralounge framed by a 1,200-gallon aquarium and the 17-quadrillion-gallon Atlantic. DJs and live acts rock late, and theme nights help fi ll out the schedule. (01/2011)
4040 Galt Ocean Dr
954-566-2122
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SOLITA
This lavender-hued restaurant and lounge on the strip sports several bars. Corseted servers handle a main bar and the living room-style “Parlor Lounge,” where the biggest mob scene is always Thursday night, both indoors and out. (01/2011)
1032 E Las Olas Blvd
954-357-2616
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HISTORIC DOWNTOWNER SALOON
This laidback watering hole is notable for its drink specials, live entertainment and scenic spot on the New River. Weekends are especially popular for the all-day fish fry on Friday and local music acts on Saturday. (11/2010)
10 S New River Dr E
954-463-9800
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MCSORLEY’S
A new rooftop deck is drawing more crowds than usual to this beachfront pub. When karaoke isn’t taking center stage, look to the game room filled with shuffleboard, darts and pool tables. (11/2010)
837 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd
954-565-4446
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MAGUIRES HILL 16
This traditional Irish pub is busy every night of the week with local music acts and regular Texas Hold ’Em poker tournaments, among other events. Barkeeps pour a perfect pint of Guinness, but there are a dozen more tap beers from which to choose. (09/2010)
535 N Andrews Ave
954-764-4453
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ELBO ROOM
A rare remnant of Ft. Lauderdale’s spring break heyday, this oceanfront spot hosts partiers all day and night. The bar is anything but glitzy; the beach views and lively late-night crowds continue to draw revelers. (07/2010)
241 S Atlantic Blvd
954-463-4615
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REVOLUTION LIVE
Bands like Hybrid and the members of the Summer Slaughter Tour play concerts at this downtown venue, which features balcony VIP space and a huge outdoor stage. (07/2010)
200 W Broward Blvd
954-727-0950
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TRINA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
A DJ and late-night happy hour pack this hip beachfront bar with partygoers who enjoy a combination of thumping music and beautiful views. Order the signature Trinatini, Grey Goose vodka and Grand Marnier flavored with lavender, pomegranate and clove. (05/2010)
601 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd
954-567-8070
trinarestaurant.com