Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Fort Lauderdale

"Located on Las Olas Boulevard, Gran Forno Bakery is a popular open-air bakery known for its delightful artisanal breads, particularly its famous fennel raisin loaf. There's also a mouthwatering selection of homemade pastries, cakes, and tarts, and if you're here for lunch, you can order a panini as well. You'll probably want to get a loaf of bread or a box of pastries to take home, but customers are also welcome to sit down and enjoy a pastry and a cup of Illy coffee."

"When you have found your way out of the maze, refuel with fresh, natural meal options at Fresh First. This unique dining experience caters to all styles of dining including gluten-free and vegan with menu options like Chili Nut Tacos, Housemade Chicken Salad, Sweet Potato Burger, and a Chicken and Mushroom Burger. Pair your lunch with a daily soup special like Hearty Chili or Carrot Ginger."

"Nestled in the heart of Fort Lauderdale’s yachting district, Fresh First puts a modern healthy spin on yummy grub. The breakfast and lunch menu boasts 100% gluten-free food. Options such as veggie tofu scrambled with mushrooms, red peppers, spinach and onions with flax bread and the lentil burger are vegan favorites."

"Attentive and friendly wait staff which was refreshing but the food was truly inspired. Flavor combinations seemed to be painstakingly thou..."

"You want something quick and fast food Dunkin Donut Donuts quit drinks made and very tasty and not too high.?"

"The ultimate sweet spot in Little River, Cindy Lou’s Cookies, guests can order individual cookies, cakes, brownies, bars, and more for a sugar rush that’s bound to last all day. Cindy Lou is also sending boxes of cookies to hospitals around the city and taking donation orders, and with each donation she will match cookie for cookie and handle delivery. View this post on Instagram"

"Over in the Little Haiti, check out Cindy Lou’s Cookies, which has earned five stars out of 93 reviews on Yelp. You can find the bakery, which offers desserts, macarons and more, at 7320 N.E."

"Back in 2010, Kitchen 305 began offering all-you-can-eat nights, alternating in season between stone crab and Maine lobster. Two years later, the lobster scene exploded, and now it's such an extravaganza that the owners--who receive anywhere from 400-800 reservations for these evenings--open two extra dining rooms with banquet furniture on lobster nights. It's like attending a wedding with as many one-pound lobsters as you like served to you."

"Third-generation brewmaster Rauf Khoffner is reviving his grandfather’s recipes that date back more than 100 years. When not brewing beers honoring the Reinheitsgebot, Khoffner remains true to his German roots. He produces balanced, smooth, drinkable beers with top-notch ingredients."

"Just west of the ArtsPark at Young Circle, Downtown Hollywood Blvd is one epic place to go for little eateries, independent boutiques and a heap of thrift stores and cool galleries. When here, stop off at Ginger Bay Cafe for some of their Jamaican dishes that are so good. Alternatively, if you want to visit a retro boutique, pop into Vinyl Asylum Records or the other thrift stores you see along the street."

"If you’re feeling ambitious on your townie cruiser, you can ride north to Bal Harbour or Haulover beaches; natives know these as water-sports havens—and for Bal Harbour’s luxury shopping. Otherwise, drop off your bike along Ocean Drive and grab a spot on the beach, Lummus Beach, which runs from around 6th to 14th streets. This is a beach for locals and tourists alike, and the spread of humanity—supermodels, families and even topless tanners—make this a go-to spot for people-watching."

"801 Johnson Street A delightful Intracoastal-front park with boat ramps, two pavilions, bicycle path, nature trails restrooms and a waterfront observation tower."

"If you are a history buff or culture buff, then you will love the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood. Here you’ll find many contemporary visual art exhibitions, live stage performances, educational facilities for aspiring local artists, and much more. Just be sure to check their website for listings and seasonal exhibitions that are so good."

"The Center, which is southeast of Young Circle, has a great reputation for presenting übercool contemporary art exhibitions and providing…"