KEY INSIGHTS
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The Hollywood Beach Boardwalk has restaurants for every budget and cuisine, fresh seafood, Latin American food, sushi, casual beach bars, brunch spots, and gelato stops across its full 2.5-mile length.
Billy's Stone Crab is the standout for fresh Florida seafood. Stone crab claws in season, fresh fish, and a full seafood menu on the Broadwalk. Book ahead for weekend evenings.
Staying at Ultra Spaces with a full kitchen saves $700 to $1,000 on meals across a 7-night trip compared to eating out every meal. Broadwalk dining covers the nights you want to go out.
Downtown Hollywood adds a broader restaurant scene 10 minutes inland, more independent restaurants, lower prices, and more cuisine variety than the Broadwalk alone.
The Broadwalk has live music, watch-party nights during major sporting events, and a lively evening scene year-round, with international visitors mixing in with the local crowd.
The Boardwalk Dining Scene, What to Expect
The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk is a 2.5-mile car-free oceanfront promenade. Restaurants, bars, cafes, and food stands line its full length, all within a short walk of the Atlantic Ocean. You are never more than a few minutes from a table or a drink.
The dining scene is not fine-dining-forward. This is a beach town, and the Broadwalk reflects that, the strength is in fresh seafood, casual beachfront atmosphere, and the kind of dining that suits flip-flops and a post-swim appetite. For high-end, elaborate dining, Fort Lauderdale or Miami are the right destinations. For everything else, the Broadwalk delivers.
Quality has improved noticeably in recent years as the area has drawn more visitors year-round. New spots continue to open and existing restaurants keep sharpening their offerings for a growing, increasingly international crowd.
Best for Seafood
Billy's Stone Crab
Fresh Seafood · Sit-Down
The best-known restaurant on the Broadwalk. Fresh stone crab claws in season, whole fish, lobster, and a full Florida seafood menu. Outdoor seating facing the ocean. Worth booking ahead on weekend evenings, it fills up. Prices are mid-to-high but the seafood quality justifies it.
Lemongrass Asian Bistro
Asian Fusion · Seafood
Strong option for fish done differently, Thai and Vietnamese-influenced preparations of fresh local seafood. Good for groups who want variety. Walk-in friendly most evenings.
Best Casual Spots and Beach Bars
Aruba Beach Cafe
Casual Beachfront · Bar
Consistently the best atmosphere on the Broadwalk. Right on the ocean, with cold drinks, casual food, live music most evenings, and a crowd that mixes locals with visitors. No reservations, arrive early or wait.
Tequila Sunrise
Mexican · Cocktails · Casual
Good Mexican food and strong margaritas on the Broadwalk. Casual, affordable, and reliable. Popular with families and groups, and a solid spot for watching a game on screen during any big sporting event.
Broadwalk Cafe
Brunch · Coffee · All-Day
Strong brunch and coffee option on the promenade. Good for a lazy beach day start. Lighter food, fresh juices, and solid espresso drinks. Walk-in, casual pace.
Latin American and International Cuisine
Hollywood Beach has a strong Latin American dining presence, reflecting the broader South Florida demographic. Cuban sandwiches, arepas, and empanadas are available from several spots along and just off the Broadwalk. These tend to be the most affordable and most filling options for groups watching a budget.
Sushi Rock
Sushi · Japanese
The best sushi option in the Hollywood Beach area. Consistently good quality, solid menu, and a lively atmosphere. Book ahead for weekend evenings. Not a Broadwalk restaurant technically, but within walking distance along Harrison Street.
Budget-Friendly Options
For groups watching a budget, the best approach on the Broadwalk is to eat the main meal at a mid-range restaurant once per day and fill in the rest with the more affordable options available, Cuban food stands, pizza-by-the-slice spots, and quick-service options along the promenade. Staying at Ultra Spaces with a full kitchen means breakfast and one other meal per day are easy to prepare at the apartment, reserving Broadwalk dining for the evenings.
Quick Guide, All Top Picks
| Restaurant |
Best for |
Price |
Book ahead? |
| Billy's Stone Crab |
Fresh Florida seafood |
$$$ |
Recommended weekends |
| Aruba Beach Cafe |
Atmosphere, drinks, live music |
$$ |
No, walk-in only |
| Tequila Sunrise |
Mexican, margaritas, game viewing |
$$ |
No |
| Sushi Rock |
Sushi, groups |
$$ |
Yes, weekends |
| Lemongrass Asian Bistro |
Asian fusion seafood |
$$ |
Recommended |
| Broadwalk Cafe |
Brunch, coffee, morning meals |
$ |
No |
Boardwalk Evenings and Events
The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk comes alive in the evenings year-round. Free live music plays at the Hollywood Beach Theatre most Wednesday through Sunday evenings, and bars along the promenade regularly host game-day watch parties for major sporting events, drawing a mix of locals and visitors.
For groups staying at Ultra Spaces, the combination of a full kitchen apartment for everyday meals and Broadwalk restaurants for evening dining is the smartest way to balance budget and experience across a longer stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best restaurants on Hollywood Beach Boardwalk?
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The best restaurants on Hollywood Beach Boardwalk include Billy's Stone Crab for fresh seafood, Sushi Rock for Japanese cuisine, Aruba Beach Cafe for casual beachfront dining, and Tequila Sunrise for Mexican food and cocktails. The Broadwalk also has several beachfront bars and casual spots for quick meals and drinks.
Are there good restaurants on the Hollywood Beach Boardwalk?
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Yes. The Hollywood Beach Boardwalk has a full range of dining options including fresh seafood restaurants, Latin American cuisine, sushi, casual beach bars, brunch spots, and ice cream and gelato stops. The quality and variety has improved significantly in recent years.
Does Hollywood Beach have good food?
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Yes. Hollywood Beach has strong dining options on and around the Broadwalk, from fresh stone crab and seafood to Cuban sandwiches, sushi, and casual beach fare. Downtown Hollywood, 10 minutes inland, adds a growing independent restaurant scene with more variety and lower prices.
Can you walk to restaurants from the beach in Hollywood Beach?
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Yes. The Hollywood Beach Boardwalk runs directly alongside the beach for 2.5 miles, and restaurants, bars, and cafes line the full length of the promenade. You can walk from your towel to a restaurant table in under two minutes at most points along the Broadwalk.
Do Hollywood Beach Boardwalk restaurants take reservations?
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Some do, some do not. Billy's Stone Crab and Sushi Rock can be booked ahead, recommended on weekend evenings. Most casual spots and bars are walk-in only. During peak weekends, arrive early or book ahead for sit-down restaurants.
Stay on the Broadwalk, Walk to Every Restaurant
Ultra Spaces beachfront apartments put you steps from the best restaurants on Hollywood Beach Boardwalk. Full kitchen included so you choose when to cook and when to go out.
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