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Sea Watch Restaurant

4.6
4.6
7130 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
Sea Watch On The Ocean located on the beautiful Atlantic Ocean in Fort Lauderdale is perfect for any occasion. Whether it's business, pleasure, or any other special event we offer private dining rooms, an enclosed patio, or our main dining room, all with beautiful water views to maximize your dining experience. Operating for over 40 years our menu selections range from a wide variety of the finest seafood and steaks.

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2 people

7:30 PM


Booked 45 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Steak, International

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (954) 781-2200

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Darryl Shuford

  • Private party facilities

    Sea Watch On The Ocean delivers award winning cuisine while offering fantastic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Whether you are planning a small office party or a grand wedding celebration, you are assured that your event will be an unforgettable affair.

  • Private party contact

    Cara: (954) 781-2200

  • Neighborhood

    Lauderdale by the Sea

  • Cross street

    Commercial Blvd

  • Parking details

    We offer complimentary valet parking as well as self parking in our on site lot.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour on the Ocean

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM,Fri - 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
    Monday-Friday 4:30pm – 7:00pm AVAILABLE ONLY IN THE UPSTAIRS IN THE BAR & LOUNGE Enjoy the gorgeous ocean breeze and spectacular views at the most beautiful time of day! Selected $12 Appetizers: CRISPY CALAMARI Basil Aioli & Ginger-sesame-lime-cilantro-dipping sauces 12 BAHAMIAN CONCH FRITTERS Made with Onions, Red Peppers, Jalapeños & Celery Served with Hot Mustard & Cocktail Sauces 12 CHEF’S SPECIAL Ask about our daily appetizer special 12 $6 house wine by the glass, $8 martini's, $7 signature cocktails & specials on select beers!

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What 7,130 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Great for scenic views

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Seafood

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Great for scenic views

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Seafood

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  1. kathyc

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasure. Beautiful views, good food and service

    Sea Watch RestaurantResponded todayThanks for the kind review, Kathy! We look forward to serving you again soon.

  2. SilviaC

    Orlando

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food1service2ambience3
    Muy caro para el precio de los platos, y fuimos por un cumpleaños y ni siquiera se toman la cortesia de dar nada
  3. MichaelH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's my first time visiting this restaurant and It's a comfortable restaurant for a family, for a romantic occasion or to stay just near the sea.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this rare find on the ocean. This is my go to ocean place! Always enchanting. The staff was amazing and the food was wonderful. We had a beautiful table on the covered, exterior patio. Amazing view. The manger was wonderful too!! She helped us when we were running late with our sons graduation to extend our reservation. Thanks!!
  5. GillesR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Le service était rapide, peut-être même un peu trop. Quand j'ai demandé de ralentir, cela a été fait avec tact. La nourriture était excellente.et le prix en conséquence.
  6. DSquared

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious well presented food with impeccable and attentive service.
  7. RonS

    Miami

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We've been going to Sea Watch for 34 years so that should tell you all something.
  8. GrkLady

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great and will definitely be back! Our servers were knowledgeable and recommended fare we thoroughly enjoyed!!
  9. BeckyG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Something about the Sea Watch is especially appealing. Is it the outside/inside dining and an upper level? The fabulous food and customer service? Or is it the location right on the beach? Whatever it is, it is a favorite choice of my out-of-town friends and family who visit. And mine as well. I know I can count on the Sea Watch for classy beachy ambiance and excellent food.
  10. Russ

    Nashville

    58 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service, great atmosphere and great location, beautiful view of the Atlantic & the beach. Try it!
  11. JamesR

    West Palm Beach

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very enjoyable restaurant with a nice atmosphere and great staff. Food outstanding...
  12. RobD

    West Palm Beach

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience4
    My family was celebrating our parent’s 63rd wedding anniversary. Three people ordered the stuffed grouper. All three of the fish were extremely overcooked. This is very disappointing that a seafood restaurant can overcook three entrees of the same fish. We all ordered the stuffed shrimp as a replacement and it was good. Glen our server was excellent and very attentive. Upon leaving the restaurant, our vehicle was blocked in by the valet who lined other vehicles behind our row of parking. It took us 15 minutes to track down the valet in order for him to move 2 vehicles so we could exit. The valet was unapologetic and boasted that this is a good problem for the restaurant to have. This was the final damper on an already not so perfect experience.
  13. debraB

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    seawatch is one of our fav places to dine right down the street from our condo!
  14. Melissa

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    Food was average. My stuffed grouper was hard and dry.
  15. Floridafan2

    New York Area

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent especially the lobster tails. The waitress did a great job!
  16. YvonneL

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We took my mother in law for her birthday We had a nice window table with beautiful views of the ocean.. Server was very nice. The food was good with the exception of my mother in laws steak. She advised it was very tuff and didn’t eat but a few bites. She didn’t want it returned or to mention to the server. We all had soup French onion very good could have used a bit more onion in it though..
  17. JoeG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience5
    Food was great. Sat outside upstairs. Little red 🐜 on the table.
  18. Ottoman

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    First and foremost, the location and decor of this restaurant is as good as it gets. Beautiful views of the ocean. The restaurant has this old, Floridian wooden beach house look and decor. Our server, Robin, was outstanding. Five Star service 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟. We had a reservation at 5pm and we were seated by 5:05pm. Good job by the hostess. The Salvadorian guy that helps the servers does an amazing job. As for the food, it was good but it did not blow me away but another party member really enjoyed the swordfish. The drinks were great as well as dessert. Overall, a great experience and will be back again.
  19. LKTP

    Miami

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent restaurant for venue, food and service never disappoints
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a stellar experience at Sea Watch! Everything was spectacular. My only recommendation would be skip out on the desserts - you can get better elsewhere. Cocktails, wine, and entrees were a 10/10!!
  21. V14candle

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’m thinking they are family owned because they have very experienced and service focused staff. Amazing food and ambiance and great service from valet to hostess table to dining. Made for a lovely Mother’s Day celebration. (We celebrated the eve of Mother’s Day.)
  22. Gazebo

    Fort Lauderdale

    31 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Star rating only increased because of ocean view here. We both ordered fish, food has become like its mass produced and churned out Desserts are fantastic
  23. sandras

    West Palm Beach

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    I took my mom for an early Mother’s Day lunch and the location was perfect looking out to the beach and enjoying the beautiful ambience. The food was very delicious
  24. LuciL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great place to dine and celebrate special ocassions.
  25. FrankH

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    I have been coming to the Sea Watch for decades and, as always, the view was spectacular. The service was friendly and efficient, the interior space is still roomy. My fish and chips didn’t seem as outstanding as my memories, but was still good. I will continue to visit on my visits to Fort Lauderdale by the sea.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent seating view, impeccable service and food exceptional! Loved it all!!!
  27. Sarah

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful place for large groups or special occasions
  28. MikaK

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is truly one of our favorite restaurants in the world. The ambiance is "sea worthy." The views are so beautiful. The food is absolutely fresh and delicious. The service is second to none. Our server was so cute and funny. It was our 20th anniversary and it was so special to be at Sea Watch. We will come back over and over and over. Thank you for such a delightful and memorable evening.
  29. janetv

    West Palm Beach

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. The waitstaff overlooked everything without feeling rushed. The view was amazing. Great place for just dining well or a special occasion.
  30. Stepdad

    Amarillo

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Overall ok. To me overpriced for the value received. The beach location is what makes the place Our service was great.
  31. LauraS

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first visit was amazing! Lovely atmosphere and views. Outstanding service and seafood. Perfect for date night
  32. Rick

    Miami

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was fantastic as was the service. Beautiful view added to a great meal.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The place was wonderful as was the environment. Food was delicious and service was too notch.
  34. DenisR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place! I had steak and lobster but only wish they had a ribeye on the menu!
  35. Alex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was amazing. The stuffed grouper was the special of the day. Definitely a must have . !!!
  36. JamesH

    Richmond

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excelent as usual. Great food and service. Always a mandatory stop whenever we visit the Ft. Lauderdale area.
  37. JohnP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife had the salmon; she was extremely happy; I had some rather delicious broiled Grouper, equally wonderful; our friends had shrimp and crab, very happy. My waiter did not tell me that I accidentally ordered the only beer that comes in a can; really wrecked things for me, not to mention that $7 for a canned beer is $2 over the highest priced restaurant around. Other than that, very good
  38. Glenn

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our experience at Sea Watch was absolutely fantastic! Our dinner and appetizers were one of best fest dinners on our holiday! The ocean view breath taking! We holiday in the area every year! Can’t wait to be back! Thankyou!
  39. Greeks

    Fort Lauderdale

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience. Food, view, service, and this time for me the lychee martinis. We were celebrating a 101st birthday and they had to wheel me out after about 6 or 8 of those martinis.
  40. Veronica

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing! Everything! Highly recommend. Food is delicious, can’t beat the views and the staff are lovely.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Sea Watch Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 7130 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:30 PM


Booked 45 times today
Google Map for Sea Watch Restaurant

6002 North Ocean Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Commercial Blvd

  • Neighborhood

    Lauderdale by the Sea

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Steak, International

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    We offer complimentary valet parking as well as self parking in our on site lot.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Darryl Shuford

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (954) 781-2200

  • Private party facilities

    Sea Watch On The Ocean delivers award winning cuisine while offering fantastic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Whether you are planning a small office party or a grand wedding celebration, you are assured that your event will be an unforgettable affair.

  • Private party contact

    Cara: (954) 781-2200

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