Three years ago, longtime friends, Wendy Lemus and Yuri Rodriguez, opened La Hacienda del Sol, American Latin Grill on the corner restaurant of Dixie Highway and Commercial Boulevard. The story is similar to many people in South Florida: They are foreigners who have come to the United States looking for a better life and opportunity….
Tag: Restaurants in Oakland Park
Oakland Parkers Express Mixed Feelings About the Sale of the Mai Kai
An Oakland Park Landmark Almost 65 years ago Bob and Jack Thornton, brothers and tiki lovers, opened the doors of Mai-Kai, Polynesian Restaurant. With its distinctive Polynesian decor, triangle shaped thatched hut roof and exotic tiki pleasures, the restaurant soon became a landmark in Oakland Park and Greater Fort Lauderdale. It also earned its place…
Boar’s Nest Saloon: More than a Biker Bar
We have all heard the saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover”. Looks can be deceiving, especially after first glance. First impressions can help us make our minds about something or someone in an instant. Living or working in Oakland Park, and using Prospect as a way to get around, you may have passed…
Tenth Level Tavern: Oakland Park’s One and Only Barcade
It’s important for this place to feel like by big living room. I want them to feel this is their home. I built it and I’m working in it, but it exists for the people who come and use it and participate and have experiences. Joey Cammisa, Owner of Tenth Level Tavern This past week,…
Catfish Deweys: A Landmark in Oakland Park
Nestled on Andrews Avenue between Prospect Road and Oakland Park Boulevard is a landmark location named Catfish Deweys. For the last 36 years, at this very location, it has served Oakland Park fresh fish, like their signature item Catfish to be specific, and other delectable seafood items on their menu. As other seafood restaurants prepare…