These South Florida restaurants are stepping up the beat with live music. Popular dining destinations including Casa Sensei, Diya Sunset Harbour, Quarterdeck and more allow guests to immerse themselves in the experience through food and music.
These locations offer outdoor dining areas for guests looking to enjoy the beautiful South Florida weather, live tunes, delicious food, and drinks.
The vibrant Villa Azur welcomes guests to dine and dance under the stars. Either on a romantic intimate outing or looking for a place where the music does not stop, Villa Azur hosts DJ Stephan M. to bring the hidden gem, aired courtyard to life on Wine Down Wednesdays and Cosmo Night Fridays. At the weekly Thursday Night Dinner Soiree, a live saxophonist joins DJ Stephan M. to elevate the energy. Guests can bump to the music while feasting on French modern cuisine appetizers and entrees including, Tuna Tartare ($21) orange segments, pickled vegetables, lemon emulsion and topped with avocado salsa verde; and the Pâtes a la meule ($48) served in a parmigiana wheel, cognac flamed with a mushroom sauce. Be sure to check out their deal of 50% off on exclusive wine & champagne sommelier selection to be paired with half of dozen oysters on Wednesday nights. You sure won’t want to miss a night out at Villa Azur.
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Address: 307 23rd Street Miami Beach, FL, 33139
Website: https://villaazurmiami.com/
Diya Sunset Harbour is the perfect destination for those looking to eat healthier without giving up a great dining experience. The traditionally modern vegetarian restaurant hosts Jazz Friday’s every week which starts at 7:30PM in the lounge. A live jazz band will set the mood for the night with jazzy tunes while guests can indulge in signature dishes and cocktails including the Eggplant Burger ($18), crispy eggplant with house-made cheese and BBQ sauce and served with masala spiced fries; as well as the popular Naan Mi sandwich which now comes served in a bowl as the Bahn Mi Indo-Bowl ($16), house-made pickles and garlic-ginger chili sauce with your choice of base and protein. Imbibe on delicious cocktails like their Miami Monsoon ($16) Kraken rum, blended with ginger syrup and lime; and their unique take on a margarita, the GingerRita ($17) Herradura Silver Tequila mixed with ginger, lime and Kashmiri Chili.
Address: 1766 Bay Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Website: https://www.diyasunsetharbour.
The Lincoln Eatery has been known for its extensive food options by day, but DJs are dropping hits and spinning beats by night. Enjoy delicious eats in an electrifying atmosphere of live music in the heart of South Beach every weekend. Listen to Jesse DeVille on Friday, DJ Brooke G and DJ Divine on Saturday, and Simply XDub on Sunday. With these performing DJs famous for rock, hip hop and electronic music, The Lincoln Eatery provides the perfect ambiance for a night out.
Address: 723 N Lincoln Lane, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Website: http://www.thelincolneatery.
Fort Lauderdale
At Fort Lauderdale’s signature Pan-Asian, Latin-Fusion waterfront restaurant, guests can enjoy live music the first weekend of every month during Casa Sensei signature Rock N Roll Brunch. Brunch aficionados can indulge in Rock N Roll Tequila cocktails, bottomless mimosas, bellinis and Bloody Mary’s, as well as the Rock N Roll Fiesta sushi roll ($36) that has rock shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, avocado, truffle aioli, cajun spices, and a touch of kimchi sauce; Casa Wagyu Burger ($19),wagyu ground beef 8 oz. topped with peppercorn bacon, guacamole, and gouda cheese, served with a side of slaw and truffle fries; and Guava Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast ($11) all while grooving to live music on the restaurant’s outdoor waterfront patio. Casa Sensei is always ready to give their diners a rockin’ brunch. Come join them to drink and dine like a rockstar all weekend long!
Address: 1200 East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Website: https://casasensei.com/
Who doesn’t love live music? Better yet live singers? Well you’re in luck. On Wednesdays and Thursdays from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Quarterdeck hosts acoustic performers at their flagship Fort Lauderdale location to bring the vibes while guests sit back, relax and enjoy some of the delicious food and drinks the seafood bar has to offer. Savor in their famous Smoked Mahi Dip ($11); Chicken Francaise ($18), battered chicken breast, pan seared with lemon, garlic, onions, white wine and capers, served over linguini with broccoli; or Lobster Mac & Cheese ($22) with white cheddar cheese, tarragon and truffle oil, served with two Lobster Fritters. Quarterdeck offers American comfort food, an extensive sushi selection, craft cocktails, and local beers in a fun, neighborhood hangout environment. At Quaterdeck’s flagship location on SE 17th street in Fort Lauderdale, the outdoor area allows guests to enjoy the refreshing scenery while winding down to the sounds of some classic tunes.
Address: 1035 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Website: https://
Dockside views, fresh seafood and best of all, live music every weekend? Shooters Waterfront is the place to be. Every Friday from 6PM-10PM, bust a move with live music performances from various artists. On Saturday’s and Sunday’s from 12PM-4PM and again from 5PM-9PM, dance the day and night away with talented musicians. Whether one is enjoying delicious cocktails and small bites from the happy hour menu, bottomless mimosas and breakfast from the brunch menu, or even appetizers and entrees from the dinner menu, live music will accompany it all! Make sure to book a reservation today!
Address: 3033 NE 32rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Website: https://www.
Key West
Enjoy live performances as well as light bites, fresh seafood and signature pizzas while dining alongside the seabreeze at the Starboard at The Marker. On Friday’s, Saturday’s and Sunday’s from 2PM-5PM, the Starboard hosts local Key West artists as well as other musicians. On Friday’s, local DJ, DJ Gunz, will spin his music for the restaurateurs. On Saturdays, the tour chef from Rebelution and his friends, Snacks & Five, will set the atmosphere for great food, fine wine and amazing vibes. On Sunday’s, pristine trumpet player Tommy Tangie, will bring the melodies to the perfect spot! The Starboard allows guests to listen poolside, what could be better than that?
Address: 200 William St, Key West, FL 33040
Website: https://www.themarkerkeywest.
