BLD Group Reviews

Some of the best, freshest seafood I've ever had and quality service that truly made us feel like home. Was glad to be able to sit right in and choose any seat we wanted. Our waitress was very hospitable and didn't have a single shred of rude in her. She made some great recommendations too. While waiting, we were able to truly take in the vibe of the restaurant and the views it provided to the tune of the jukebox. If you visit, look up! The tiles are unique and interesting. Once the food comes out, you'll dig in and won't say a word - just mmms. The fish fingers were massive, the buffalo shrimp were the best I ever had and prepared precisely as they should be, and the fried oysters we're tasty as well. Make sure to save room for dessert!

Great view from the patio. Delicious and fresh seafood. Great happy hour. One of the hidden gems of Fort Lauderdale and a great local hangout. Went multiple times during my visit.

Best raw bar in Ft Lauderdale. Awesome burgers too.

We went in for drinks and appetizers. It's a nice location and the food was very good.

VERY crowded, but great seafood. I worked there as a runner for a bit, and everyone is nice and attentive. But it isnt for a big gathering, and better for people looking for a quick meal. Not fancy by any means. Paper plates, etc.

Everything was delicious! The raw oysters, the grilled oysters and the mahi mahi tacos!

The food was delicious and at a good price point for seafood!

Food was awesome!!! Definitely have to go back soon!!!!!

A real local place for raw oysters, food and drinks. Sit outside on the deck. Great service and oysters are always fresh here.

Best clam chowder ever! Peel and eat shrimp is tremendous. Fresh beer off the tap. Been going here for over 30 years!

Threw up after eating the.oysters
Maybe it was.just me.but they didn't.go down well
Forgot to mention staff was great friendly and fast...made the best Pina colada I've had in ages
Maybe the combo was a bit too much
Place is fantastic...I'll give.it another try one.day soon

Very lovely place...baked clams....fish taco....grilled oysters.....i love this place

Everytime we go to Florida it's a must stop !!! Fresh fresh fresh !!! We were able to bring are own fish into the restaurant to have them cook it for us! Amazing staff !

This place needs no explanation. Raw oysters are the best ever!

The reference for a Marina bar and grill and an absolute institution in the brief yet colorful history of Ft. Lauderdale. You get simple seafood and a pleasant place to enjoy it. The type of place you hope never changes in a city where not much ever stays the same.

Very disappointed with the food. The service was no better. But a lovely hang out location fir drinks.

I've been here twice and will be back at least a dozen more times. Going in my first time felt like coming home to a new family member's house that I never knew I had. The staff is hilarious and sweet. Service is excellent. The food is ridiculously good. The menu has something for everyone. I plan to eat my way through it at least once. Thanks, Southport for helping my new home feel like home!

Food was great ut loud. Definitely worth the money and good in what you have on. Ertjoyed waitress and food.not pricey

This spot is worth a visit. They serve big portions for reasonable prices. Always well kept and with good vibes. Would recommend to others.

Great food! Great scenery! Especially enjoy going on Sundays and listening to the music.

Reasonably priced food and a great local hole in the wall. Been around for years

Food is good but greeter not so friendly. Only beers and wine

Its great here. Relaxing and fun. Great seafood. And music

Great oysters baked with garlic and parmesan cheese!!!

Fantastic food. Fantastic food. Did I say. Fantastic food?

I love the atmosphere but it's way too loud inside. Sound insulation would be great.

The food is only ok for the price.

Best service
Best food.
Beach vibes

Great local place with an extensive menu, also nice views if you sit out side

It's a bar by the harbor water that serves frozen bar food. It does have outdoor seating next to the water, but the view isn't much.

I grew up in Ft. Lauderdale (1960- 1986). Southport Raw Bar was my go- to for seafood 30 years ago and it still is. Unpretentious, but clean and comfortable, this place consistently serves fantastic, fresh, well priced seafood and drinks. Nice atmosphere, too, as it's at the end of a yacht- laden canal.

For the best fish tacos and key lime pie; this is the place. Make sure you get the whole pie. It's a deal and you get to have some when you get home.

Tasty food. A little slow, but nice waterside porch to pass the time and enjoy South Florida with some happy hour beers.

This is my favorite place to go for a fresh seafood in Fort Lauderdale! I usually sit inside by the bar but they also have a wonderful patio overlooking the water. Their grilled oysters with bread crumbs and cheese are simply outstanding and you can't get them anywhere else. The raw oysters are always fresh and the Old Bay seasoned peel-and-eat shrimp are delicious. It's not easy to get a service at the bar though. The bar tender prefers to cater to locals/regulars, so if you are an occasional out of town guest good luck trying to get her attention. The parking is free right in front of the restaurant. Highly recommended!!

Went for a quick bite - the waitress had no idea what any of the dishes consisted of. We asked about two items she said she had no idea ok. Then we ordered a pitcher of beer that tasted flat and hot. Then she kept bringing the food out of piece at a time instead all together so that we can begin eating at the same time so my food got cold whilst waiting for my husbands food. Then she didn t bring water or asked us how we re doing. Once the food was all complete is was bland and disgusting. Never again. Avoid at all cost.

Amazing place to eat and enjoy the scenery! food is incredible ! def visiting there more often!

Awesome, awesome food. Great staff. Friendly, fun atmosphere. We will be back. Been living here for a bit over a month and been twice already.

Can't wait to go back! Best oysters and clam chowders!!

My wife and I were looking for a decent seafood and shellfish place in Ft Lauderdale. We searched and analyzed reviews, and decided to go there. Once we opened the door we had a bad feeling. Old, run down, musty, dark, and packed with people. The menu has some oysters, but I wouldn t dare to order them. The usual shrimp with the ubiquitous old bay seasoning, to give some flavor to tastelessness. On the tables onion rings, fried clams, hush puppies, burgers fries and ketchup. No what we were expecting at all. Would never go back. I put a cross

Fresh seafood cold beer great bar. Where the locals go

Oddly their oysters were not salty like they have been washed first. Otherwise their shrimps are delicious

Very nice. Food good, prices reasonable. Dinghy dock!

I've been coming here since I was a kid, and my dad had been coming here since he was a kid. I would recommend them to anyone. Conch salad is hard to beat!

I live nearby and come here at least once a month for the Old Bay peel and eat shrimp. Great spot to eat seafood on the patio right on the canal. Boats can dock right outside. If you're in for a visit this is is the perfect Fort Lauderdale find.

Old bay shrimp and clam chowder were perfect but the fried calamari had no taste what so ever. Beer was good and the outdoor seating in nice.

Great steamed clams...the best Clam chowder soup.. great service always... They are fast and efficient.. still have the flavor of the steamed clams in my mouth.. delicious!!! Good job South Port!!!

Magical place in the heart of fort louderdale, when you enter you go back 30 years in time and you can eat in front of a canal with boats, wonderful, very good and cheap food ...

I personally do not like this place there is nothing great there and it just gave me a nasty impression. my parents in law love it though and go all the time.

Divey little place on the water. Sitting outside is a must. Decent food, nice service.

Was almost completely ignored. Tuesday lunch took over an hour and all we got was a beer and appetizers, since the staff couldn't be bothered to check on us. First time in many years I have ever given less than a 10% tip. Will not be back. Conch balls were good, jalapeno bites were the pre-made frozen kind. The guys at the table next to us waited an hour for the raw oysters and were still waiting o their check after we left. We got up and went to the register to pay and the hostess was unable to identify who our waiter was suppose to be, as we didn't know either; that room another 20min or so.

I could eat 20 baskets of bay shrimp. The main thing I look forward to when traveling to FLL for work.

The food was delicious. Clam chowder loved! Grilled oysters loved! Blackened Mahi mahi loved! The staff was courteous. 5 stars all around

Food is overrated. Good drink specials though. Grab a pitcher and enjoy the view.

The spot for casual waterfront dining! This is where the locals eat. Their seafood is really good, but their blackened chicken sandwich is also a favorite!

One of our favorite places to come to! Best grouper and mahi mahi sandwiches you will ever have! Best soups, hotdogs and burgers! Always a treat when we come to eat here. The view is amazing and the service is pretty spectacular!

A legend and deservedly so. Not a fancy place but the food is great, especially seafood. By far, without exception, by a wide margine, wide... THE BEST MUSSELS ON THE PLANET. Reasonable prices as well

Amazing hidden gem! They have the best fish dip ever, great water views, and awesome staff!