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Gastrotheque, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Gastrotheque

4.0
4
328 Reviews
$31 to $50
Fusion / Eclectic
Get Ready for something real cool at Gastrotheque.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Global, International, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (754) 779-7401
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gaston Campana

What 328 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

328 Reviews
  1. CLOSED

    Fort Lauderdale

    19 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    We arrived to find the Restaurant is closed! Out of business!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service! Had a great time for our anniversary dinner.

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  3. BobandSatoshi

    Fort Lauderdale

    56 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience2
    Way too much salt! Started with a salad that was way too salty. (Who puts salt on a salad?) Thought that was just a kitchen oversight but when the chicken entree came it to was drowned in salt. (And I do like salt, but this is way, way too much.) Never had this issue here before so maybe the cook just had a bad night.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Good vibe. Nice drink list. Also, they have the Gastro Pear as a homage to Canyon.

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  5. cookingfool14

    Fort Lauderdale

    35 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience4
    Octopus app was very chewy. Bolognaisse pasta was quite good. Snapper with beet risotto was average.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the pasta and the presentation, freshness and flavor of the sauce was all so succulent. The drinks a great but a bit over priced. Overall the food was a great value and well worth a return visit.

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  7. Margarida

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Simply amazing. Food, drinks and service. Superb.

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  8. Rambo

    Fort Lauderdale

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience5
    First time here. Not too impressed. Small, over-priced appetizer and main dishes. We got the braised pork rigatoni and the chicken mole tacos. The rigatoni was average and the mole was good. Service was good and the ambience was cute.

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  9. PeriS

    Fort Lauderdale

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience1
    Service was very slow. Food had lots of flavor but was cooked at wrong temperature. We didn’t want to return and wait

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  10. lokinvalitchfield

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    Slightly down at the heels and tired looking, it’s obvious that the present owners took over an existing establishment without bothering to paint or change the fixtures . The waiter was genial but overzealous and his lengthy spiel (repeated verbatim to each new party) became tiresome . The food: Someone in the kitchen really knows how to make a risotto : both the beetroot (side) and mushroom cashew (main) versions were superb. Scallops were well prepared but a hummus appetizer missed the mark -without body and unpleasantly overwhelmed by garlic . moderately priced .

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was awesome as always.

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  12. NicoleG

    Indiana

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite places. Great service and great food!

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  13. DeborahS

    West Palm Beach

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing - from the starters to the sticky bun for desert. The service was attentive and answered all questions. We will DEFINITELY be returning. A delightful night out with friends with delicious food! Highly recommend.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience1
    Terribly loud music! On a day like Valentine’s Day where ambience is key, the music was more in line with a club versus a high quality restaurant. Took terribly long for the courses to be served. My husband and I were there for an hour and fifteen minutes still waiting for our main course to come through. Had high expectations, will not be going again.

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  15. LindsayE

    Miami

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Atmosphere and food was great!

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  16. CafeMaxxOutstanding

    Fort Lauderdale

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was our first time trying Gastrotheque. The octopus is a must!!! The tile fish with beet risotto was outstanding. Two of our party had the mushroom past dish and loved it. And of course the sticky bun was crazy. However, be aware the sticky bun takes a long time so order it like while you are eating your entree. Many of the reviews have commented on the loudness. While it is certainly not quiet, it is not overly loud. We were still able to talk and such. Overall, an excellent evening with really really good food.

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  17. Rochester

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had dinner at Gastrotheque last night. Food and service were excellent. The staff are all very professional and help each other at your table. They seem happy in their environment. Gary, the owner was most gracious and helped us with some great food choices. He appears truly grateful for all his guests. The food was creative and nicely presented. Parking in the back was easy and plentiful. I recommend that you put Gastrotheque on your list. Good vibe in this upscale bistro.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have been to this restaurant many times. Always great!!!!

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  19. BrianCu

    Fort Lauderdale

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a super fun culinary experience. The food, the craft cocktails (Especially the Gastrotiki and Dear Maria), the wine list, the ambiance and the terrific service are all reasons we keep coming back for more. This is one of our favorites for sure.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great place to spend New Years Eve!!! The food was phenomenal, the drinks were the bomb and DJ Jenny was spinning the tunes. 100% would do again!!! Pro tip: always order the octopus

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  21. GabyB

    Fort Lauderdale

    27 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service from the moment you walk in, drinks were incredible. We had lobster tails and elk with mushrooms and everything was delish

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second time visiting and we loved it just as much as the first time! Our server Frank was attentive and provided great suggestions. We love the ambiance and the food - it is a louder environment for those who might be concerned - but we love that aspect about it. The baked Brie on special was phenomenal and our entrees and sticky bun were perfect!

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  23. NCLDtoo

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our food and the service. We will come back. It may have been loud inside but we sat outside and enjoyed ourselves, there was music but not too loud. It was great food and hospitality overall.

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  24. christalv

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was excellent and food was delicious, specifically the octopus appetizer.

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  25. Love2dine

    Naples

    29 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2022

    overall3food5service3ambience3
    Our 4th time dining here. Food & drink are always 5 star but we were underwhelmed by the servers who seemed more intent in enjoying time at the bar doing shots than serving their customers. Not sure if we’ll return after this experience ~ maybe we’ll take out so we can still enjoy their delicious food minus the tepid service.

    1 person found this helpful

  26. MarcyR

    Miami

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience2
    The food was good but the noise from the bar was overwhelming. The waiter seemed uninterested and didn’t listen to our requests. He may not listened because it was so loud he may not have heard the questions.

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  27. BOB4FOOD

    Greater Boston

    90 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    90 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was flavorful and hot Menu is limited

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service by Frank. It was the owners birthday so all was hopping a bit. Bolognese and wagyu cheeks were delicious. Life is short have the cinnamon rol!

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  29. Jaded

    Washington DC

    76 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2022

    overall2food5service3ambience1
    I really have no idea of how this place has a noise level rating of moderate. Are there really louder places? If one wants to experience nightclub loud music with good food and spend a lot of money, this is the place to go. Our cocktails were superb; the elk was fantastic as were the beef cheeks. We really liked the fatback, I mean, pork belly. But if you want a relaxing time and enjoyable conversation with your dining companions or if you appreciate that loud music contributes to deafness, don’t go to this place. The owner and his friends clearly like the vibe more than we did. We won’t be going back.

    1 person found this helpful

  30. JackF

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was sourced, seared, sauced and seasoned (etc) elevated and on point. Hospitality off the charts, left feeling like family!

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  31. IrinaS

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really good food experience: pork belly melted in my mouth. Risotto was a side dish for the fish entree - was so good that could be served as a separate meal on its own.

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  32. BLEATER

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was awesome. Our server was attentive, personable, and just perfect. The food was delish. We had the daily fish and the wagyu beef cheeks. Super flavourful especially the accompanying risotto and polenta. Dessert of hot sweet buns was so huge and we couldn’t leave a bite behind!

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  33. Kurt1459

    Chicago

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to this restaurant prior to going to see a production at Empire stage in Fort Lauderdale. We were a party of three and all of us loved our meals. The staff is very attentive and informative. We also met the owner Gary who is very personable and inviting. We shall return.

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  34. BobE

    Fort Lauderdale

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food and great service. This restaurant is one of our favs and feel it’s a hidden secret.

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  35. DrAlexR

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely Amazing Experience!!! Exquisite Entrées, Awesome Abiance, and Super Staff!!! Kudos... This place is a resturant gem that has it all from start to finish... As an avid foodie I recommend to all...A definite must...

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall2food1service5ambience2
    Food was horrible, bar tender was awesome.

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  37. tedg13

    Miami

    40 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience2
    The FOOD is excellent however, the atmosphere needs attention. This restaurant took over the space formally occupied by Canyon. My wife and I actual believe that the food here is superior and the service, with MANUELA, was top-notch. However, its puzzling why the ownership didn't spruce up the old environment? The place simply does not match up to DATE NIGHT environments in and about Fort Lauderdale. Great weekday evening place for very good food but not as an impressive restaurant as it could easily be.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall1food1service4ambience2
    Our server was fantastic but the food was just awful.

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  39. MaraT

    Western NC

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    We went in a few months before for drinks and was told that the dinners were great so we decided to give it a try. There were 4 of us that went for dinner. We had a great experience with the bartenders and the drinks were great. The food took way to long and came out cold including the appetizers. It was unfortunate that the food was cold because it seemed like it had a good taste to it. I believe if steam is not coming off the food don’t serve it.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always enjoy the total experience! Food is excellent, service is top notch, and ambiance is really relaxing. And the background music is both jazzy and relaxing.

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FAQs

Gastrotheque is rated 4 stars by 328 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for Gastrotheque

1818 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304-3040

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Sunrise Blvd & 18th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Victoria Park
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Fusion / Eclectic, Global, International, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Lot located in the back of the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gaston Campana
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