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Village Grille

4404 El Mar Dr, Lauderdale by the Sea, FL 33308-3606
954-776-5840
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Cuisines: Seafood, Steakhouse
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Lauderdale by the Sea, Florida
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30 reviews 30 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

nothing real fancy here. pretty consistent but i prefer Aruba over Village Grille and their prices are not that high either. Village Grille has friendly staff and owner is good guy so we go back occasionally.

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Nalz4you61
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11 reviews 11 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Nicci the bartender was more interested in texting in her phone and doing shots with her customer. Food overpriced for the size.

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Berkshire
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60 reviews 60 reviews
35 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We had a lovely table outside..... essential for people watching. We had the BEST clam chowder and French onion soup to start and then shared Boston baked cod with mash and veg..... delicious. Sooo good we will go back before we leave. Didn't have dessert as there are too many ice creams shops nearby. Wondering what reaction we'd get if... More

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Fort Lau
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41 reviews 41 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We have been going to the Grille for over 8 years now and every meal has been excellent! The prices are reasonable, the choices abundant, and the food and drink perfect. It is undoubtedly our best restaurant for breakfasts, and Friday nights feature a live band outside. Food allergies and restrictions are not a problem here. The place is small... More

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Tampa, Florida, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

BLUF-- We went their twice and will be back. Had the fish dip both times (see pic) and various appetizers. For fish dip another appetizer, a glass of wine, the brownie dessert, and one soda with tip $50. Wait time for an outside table for two during the week is about half an hour around 8. The first night the... More

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Prestwick, United Kingdom
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30 reviews 30 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Staying round the corner from the Village Grille we decided to try it out for dinner. A pleasant starter, nice steak and reasonable service. Nothing special, just good fare. WHAT SPOILED IT FOR ME WAS WHEN THE BILL CAME THERE WERE 4 EXAMPLES OF GRATUITY AND THE SERVER HAD CIRCLED 18% AND ADDED TO THE TOTAL. PRESUMPTIOUS OR WHAT! I... More

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Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We had a fun weekend at Lauderdale by the Sea and enjoyed trying the different restaurants within walking distance of our hotel. The meal was good at the Village Grille and the service was very good. We went on a Sunday night and were glad the line was not long like it was at another restaurant the night before. Our... More

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Boca Raton, Florida
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21 reviews 21 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

I have always had a delicious meal and great service at this lovely spot. have found it to be exceptionally clean , relaxing , AND THE FRIENDLY STAFF is a huge plus . The oysters rock . , soups and salads are my personal favorites - yummy yummy yummy !

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Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

For a relaxing and fun time checkout this place on Friday nights when they host a block party with live entertainment right outside their doors. Tables are set up in the street and you can order dinner there while watching the band and seeing everyone having a great time. The crowd is mainly older mid-thirties and beyond and it is... More

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12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Great fish and chips. My in laws like it. Red Sox ( Boston) bar not for Yankee fans although tehy need a few Yankkes fans

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