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Cafe Martorano

4.7
4.7
4113 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian
Cafe Martorano combines exceptional food, music and movie entertainment to create the most unique dining experience. Get a taste of our original Italian-American dishes such as made to order Warm Mozzarella or the Famous Homemade Meatball which Gourmet Magazine voted "Best in the World." We feature a full premium liquor bar and our own Fresh Hand Crafted Cocktails. Join us Sunday through Thursday for a comfortable relaxing restaurant atmosphere. Friday and Saturday nights after 10pm and have our live DJ take you on an audio and visual ride spinning everything from Hip-Hop to Disco accompanied by scenes from classic movies(not always suitable for children). Dancing is strongly encouraged. Check us out at CafeMartorano.com

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian, American

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue, Wed 6:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–1:00 am

  • Phone number

    (954) 561-2554

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Dedication Benitez

  • Private party facilities

    For parties larger than 8, please contact the restaurant directly either by phone at 954-561-2554 or email at info.cafemartorano@gmail.com

  • Private party contact

    Cafe Martorano: (954) 561-2554

  • Neighborhood

    Galt Mile

  • Cross street

    Oakland Park Blvd and A1A

  • Parking details

    valet and/or public parking lot to self park

  • Entertainment

    Live DJ Friday and Saturday nights after 9:30 PM. Come watch the game or enjoy a classic movie on one of our 11 HD TV's.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,113 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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  • Fort Lauderdale

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    Hot spot

  • Fort Lauderdale East

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall1food1service3ambience1
    Some of the worst pasta I have ever had in my life. The restaurant is ridiculously overpriced with 35 dollar pasta dishes.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall1food5service1ambience1
    The food at Martorano is unquestionably excellent. The problem, however, is how they treat their customers. The staff there seem to have forgotten that they are there for those who pay for the service, not the other way around. It was my wife’s birthday, and not one person welcomed us to the restaurant or wished her a happy birthday. They rushed us out - dropped the check on us ($550!!!) while we were still eating. We were there early - the others in our party were running 15 minutes behind which we fully disclosed to the restaurant. Our reward? Being treated terribly despite playing by all of their rules. We sat on time and ordered the whole meal before our friends got there. If you are in Fort Lauderdale, there are many great choices for great Italian food. You should avoid Cafe Martorano.
  3. ClaraA

    Fort Lauderdale

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I love Cafe Martorano every time I go, just this time I wasnt crazy about the special dish that was a ravioli w some ribs, raviolis were with ricotta pretty plain and so were the ribs so my good wasnt the best but non the less everything went great
  4. DawnD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the best night ever! Food was out of the world♥️
  5. Grob

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    THE BEST EVERYTHING.. Thank You. Café Martorano’s
  6. MariaC

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If you want real authentic Italian food, this is the place.
  7. DT69

    Dallas

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just go now. Bring a date and sit in Jose’s section. You’ll have a great time.
  8. StephenD

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. We had been to Martarano’s in Atlantic City and Las Vegas many times, which are no longer open. Came to this part of Florida to go to Martarano’s. Highly recommend.
  9. Steve

    Atlantic City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There’s never enough I can say about this place. It’s always a full house the food is amazing the staff work their butts off to make sure you have everything you need and want. Small east menu and all the food tastes amazing
  10. JosephM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great time the food was awesome ,fabulous service, a little loud but the music sounded great .watching Casino and Scarface while eating added to the fun.Definitely would return on my next vacation recommend to everyone when in Florida you need to check out this hot spot.
  11. RachelV

    Cleveland

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best food ever! So authentic and original. Food you get here is like no other place. Ever time I come to Fort Lauderdale I come here.
  12. christinem

    Caribbean

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favorite place in Florida, The Philly Cheesesteak is one of my favorites, but everything on the menu is fantastic!!! The staff is amazing and always get a fantastic meal!!! Steve and Marsha are the best!! Always a great time at Cafe Martorano!!! Can't wait to go back again!!
  13. FTLFOODIE

    Fort Lauderdale

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sat at the bar and enjoyed a great dinner, thanks to Connor! Pasta with shrimp and lump crab meat was excellent!
  14. Natalye

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time here , first impression was cool vibes. Host greeted us and gave us an option to sit in two different areas. We chose to sit away from the music. The music was excellent! G was our waiter who explained all the dishes and made his recommendations. The food is excellent and the presentation is on point. Definitely coming back
  15. Renee

    West Palm Beach

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service and experience is always top notch! Food is so delicious
  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, amazing quality of food, large portions & love the ambiance! Martorano’s never disappoints!
  17. Brian

    Orlando

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    I have been to Cafe Matorano in excess of 100 times over the past 25 years. The food and energy are always outstanding. Highly recommended!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed our entire night and experience there. Everything was delicious and hot.
  19. Lisa

    New York Area

    177 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    177 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always so much fun , the food, the atmosphere and music OFF THE HOOK! One of our favorites
  20. NYCFoodie

    Fort Lauderdale

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated my wife’s birthday and had the most fantastic time! 9:15pm reservations for 6 people. Food was incredible as always, and the music was fantastic!!! Highly recommend celebrating any special occasion at Cafe Martorano! FYI, don’t miss the Lilly Cakes by Marsha Martorano!!! Best cake I’ve ever eaten!!!!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1
    The food is decent but not worth the aggravation. The front hostess was very unpleasant. We tried this place three times and every hostess who greeted us was just as unpleasant. The waiters are even worse—very unfriendly. Food was ok. Noise is impossible to handle. If you want to go with someone you don’t need to talk to at all—it’s your place! If that wasn’t bad enough, every time we parked on designated parking spots in the front of the restaurant, we got a parking ticket! Crazy!!
  22. ScottZ

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cafe Martorano never lets you down. Everything about the entire experience is always top notch.
  23. HumbertoI

    Miami

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    It was ok, but we thought it was very expensive compared to the quality of the food.
  24. Delco

    New England

    65 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good food and service. One of the best veal chops around.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Wilmington

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! One of the best meals we’ve ever had. We will be back!
  26. FRANKG

    West Palm Beach

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best all around Italian restaurant with a great vibe in south Florida. The Pizza and the chicken parmesan are a must have!
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was incredible, service was excellent. Highly recommend .
  28. House

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Owner went above and beyond for us sending out complimentary dishes and a round of 1942 shots on the house. Food was amazing! Front of house was amazing and would give 6 stars if i could. Vibe was on 1000% Make your reservation immediately
  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From start to finish this was an excellent fine dinning experience! Chef Steve Martorano is truly one of Greatest Chef’s. He went above and beyond for my family and he made us feel very special! From the the food to the atmosphere, this truly was a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️experience!
  30. JWoo

    Fort Lauderdale

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I absolutely LOVE this restaurant! The egg plant stack, veal parm, meatballs and salad (a must) calamari - Asian spice, every pasta dish is excellent and the waffle dessert is an absolute must! Splurge w Philly cheese sandwich if you want! I can’t say enough about the food! Best of the best! The service is top notch too! You won’t be disappointed!
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    We understand your policy of waiting until all guests have arrived before seating the party. However refusing to seat us until the last person in our party finished paying a parking meter is a bit ridiculous. Our waiter was cordial and attentive but at times was intrusive. Most of the waitstaff including our waiter consistently interrupted our conversation. When you see people speaking to each other “intently”, it’s probably safe to assume they don’t need anything right at that moment. Professional waitstaff should be able to take cues from patrons (looking around, catching their eye, empty glass, empty plate etc) to determine if they need anything without being intrusive. It’s also unprofessional (and rude) to see your party talking, approach the table and immediately begin talking over them.o
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Date night with my husband. We love coming to our favorite restaurant when we leave Youngstown, Ohio to chill at our place in Ft Lauderdale.
  33. BobU

    New York Area

    128 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    128 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Again, Again and Again, Cafe Martorano scores a 12 on a 10 point system. Try the Scampi, the Grouper or the Sinatra! Out of Bounds! You’ll be coming back soon.
  34. JoeyZski215

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience4
    It was our Anniversary - Never at any point did the hostess/waiters/waitstaff mention it to my wife. I was not impacted but she felt left down. Our waiters attended to our every need and request. The food was impeccable. The atmosphere was perfect.
  35. AmandaN

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great, cuz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  36. RaymondL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've been dining here for years, it's always been an A+ experience. Even though Marsha was not at the front desk last night, the girls that filled in for her did an excellent job. Marsha would definitely be proud.
  37. Cattak

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food. Great wait staff. Did not have to wait for our table. 👍👍
  38. DavidH

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Relatives here on vacation and wanted them to see the best in Florida
  39. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great meal and a great time with good music
  40. JohnD

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great spot, always visit when I am in town.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Cafe Martorano is rated 4.7 stars by 4113 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 16 times today
Google Map for Cafe Martorano

3343 E. Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Oakland Park Blvd and A1A

  • Neighborhood

    Galt Mile

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue, Wed 6:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–1:00 am

  • Cuisines

    Italian, American

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    valet and/or public parking lot to self park

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Dedication Benitez

  • Entertainment

    Live DJ Friday and Saturday nights after 9:30 PM. Come watch the game or enjoy a classic movie on one of our 11 HD TV's.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (954) 561-2554

  • Private party facilities

    For parties larger than 8, please contact the restaurant directly either by phone at 954-561-2554 or email at info.cafemartorano@gmail.com

  • Private party contact

    Cafe Martorano: (954) 561-2554

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