Fort Lauderdale's long-time Gay go-go haven, Boardwalk bar, has a new restaurant called The Birdcage.  For anyone that has been to this landmark and can envision the exterior, the front corner by the entrance has been opened up and a patio bar and restaurant has been added.  Every detail has been thought out with a sophisticated Key West feel and even through there are only two tables inside and about seating for 20 around the bar, all the outside tables have umbrellas and many are covered by a large retractable awning.   

The Birdcage at Boardwalk 1721 North Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

Now the best part, the food!  With items like Shrimp Cocktail on the appetizer menu and Kobe Beef burgers on the main menu, you can’t go wrong.  After the opening on Valentines Day 2008, the business has expanded and grown from opening just for Dinner to Lunch & Dinner.  Ok, with the burgers, you get a choice of cheese, but you also get amazing onion rings, and French fries!  I have also had the pleasure of ordering a wrap—that you design yourself!  They give you a card with check boxes and you choose the type of meat vegetables, dressings and finally the wrap itself!  They also have the same idea with salads but if you don't like your selections, expect sassiness from the Servers since you are the one that chose them!   

This is definitely one of the cutest eating establishments to hit Fort Lauderdale restaurant society and with the accessibility and openness it looks like it could be a definite “It” destination away from Wilton Drive.  Use the underlined link for more information on The Birdcage Restaurant Fort Lauderdale, FL.