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Padrino's Fort Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Padrino's Fort Lauderdale

4.7
4.7
554 Reviews
$30 and under
Cuban
1135 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Padrino's Restaurants is a third-generation, family-owned Cuban restaurant where tradition meets innovation. Inspired by our grandmother's recipes, our father's passion for service, and our own drive to honor their legacy while growing something new, we offer bold Cuban flavors, handcrafted cocktails, and warm hospitality in a vibrant, modern setting.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cuban
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (954) 210-8989
  • Website
    https://padrinos.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Catering for corporate lunches, holiday parties and family affairs our menu keeps well, serves conveniently and is just as delicious as if you were dining in with us.<br />Our Catering Specialist will assist to ensure your event goes smoothly.<br />Click the link to find our menu and submit your catering request today!<br />padrinos.com/catering.html
  • Private party facilities
    We'd love to host your special event!Simply complete the form on our website and we'll get back to you with more information! padrinos.com/private-dining-1
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    1135 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
  • Neighborhood
    Lake Ridge
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • NOCHE CUBANA

    $50.00 per person

    May 10, 2025 only
    Whole Roast Pig Carving Station Seafood Paella Station Plantain Chips & Black Bean Salsa Custom Tres Leches Bar Sangria Bar $50 Per Person

  • NOCHE CUBANA

    $50.00 per person

    Jun 14, 2025 only
    Whole Roast Pig Carving Station Seafood Paella Station Plantain Chips & Black Bean Salsa Custom Tres Leches Bar Sangria Bar $50 Per Person

  • NOCHE CUBANA

    $50.00 per person

    Jul 12, 2025 only
    Whole Roast Pig Carving Station Seafood Paella Station Plantain Chips & Black Beans Salsa Custom Tres Leches Bar Sangria Bar

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 554 people are saying

Padrino's Fort Lauderdale reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Best Value

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Kid-friendly

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Best Food

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Best Service

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Best Value

  • Fort Lauderdale East

    Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Padrino's Fort Lauderdale delights with "excellent Cuban food" and "authentic, tasty dishes" that keep patrons coming back. The vibrant ambience, "friendly and attentive service," and generous portions make it an ideal spot for gatherings. Despite some service dog policy concerns, the "superb service by knowledgeable staff" and "amazing paella" ensure memorable dining experiences.

554 Reviews

  1. Mark

    Richmond11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I look forward to visiting Padrino’s every time I am in Fort Lauderdale.

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  2. Rosie

    Fort Lauderdale1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone at Padrino's was excellent. The host, server and food were fantastic. The ambience was truly energetic. I would most definitely take my friends and family there for dinner anytime they are in town.

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  3. Kirk

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our self’s. The whole experience was great. We will come back!

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  4. Nathan

    Charlotte9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent Cuban food, especially the paella, and drinks.

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  5. Valentino VIP

    New York City24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent Cuban food. Service was very friendly and attentive.

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  6. Anna Marie

    Houston2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Unfriendly and unsupportive of the handicapped particularly when accompanied by a service dog, a 5 lb Yorkie that detects seizures. Food taste is subpar. Do not plan to ever return again.

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  7. Gayle

    Fort Lauderdale16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are always greeted with a smile. Leslie is an incredible server. We have had the pleasure of sitting in her section a couple of times. She remembers what we like to drink and what food we always order. We highly recommend this place to eat.

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  8. Debra VIP

    Greater Boston26 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We arrived and were greeted. We were given a table that was ok. Got really bad when 2 parties of 14 were placed right near us. Our waiter was also waiting on the big table Our mahi mahi was dry.

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  9. Kathy

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were visiting my son in Ft Lauderdale. We had our dog with us and were able to sit on the patio. The food and service was excellent. Generous portions and was able to take food home. This was our second time visiting Padrino’s. We will be back again on our next visit.

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  10. Hugo VIP

    Minneapolis16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service and food offered at this restaurant are excellent for the price. The establishment was clean, and the cocktails were delightful. We look forward to returning when we are in town again.

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FAQs

Padrino's Fort Lauderdale offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Padrino's Fort Lauderdale also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (954) 210-8989.

Padrino's Fort Lauderdale is rated 4.7 stars by 554 OpenTable diners.

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

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  4. Fort Lauderdale East
  5. Lake Ridge

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Padrino's Fort Lauderdale

1135 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Lake Ridge
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cuban
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://padrinos.com/
  • Phone number
    (954) 210-8989
  • Catering
    Catering for corporate lunches, holiday parties and family affairs our menu keeps well, serves conveniently and is just as delicious as if you were dining in with us.<br />Our Catering Specialist will assist to ensure your event goes smoothly.<br />Click the link to find our menu and submit your catering request today!<br />padrinos.com/catering.html
  • Private party facilities
    We'd love to host your special event!Simply complete the form on our website and we'll get back to you with more information! padrinos.com/private-dining-1
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