511 Bar & Lounge is the most recent hotspot in Fort Lauderdale’s stylish Flagler Village, catering to whiskey aficionados and cocktail lovers. Since its discreet launch this previous Spring, it has rapidly turn into a favourite amongst locals. It boasts a trendy industrial inside and an elegant yard patio with garden video games, twinkling lights, and loads of seating below umbrellas.
“We have all been a part of the Fort Lauderdale bar and hospitality scene for over 30 years, collectively, so when we decided to open 511 Bar & Lounge together, it was truly more of a passion project than anything else,” says co-owner Digby Nothard. “It was important for us to create a space that reflects and compliments the Flagler Village community with great quality cocktails, each made with a two-ounce pour of love, lots of local brands and brews, and a welcoming atmosphere where guests can kick back with friends, their dogs and just enjoy.”
Crafted by co-owner Trent O’Connor, famend from Maryland’s historic “The Horse You Came In on Saloon” and Fort Lauderdale’s “Whiskey Neat,” the cocktail menu embodies his affection for Fort Lauderdale, providing a mixture of basic and creative concoctions. Notable choices embody the Mimi, that includes Don Julio Blanco, contemporary mango, lime, muddled jalapeno, and a Tajin rim; Fairly in Pink, composed of Partida Reposado Tequila, Aperol, freshly squeezed grapefruit and lime juice, completed with Q Mixers membership soda; KB Particular: made with Espolon Reposado Tequila, Orange Liqueur, agave, freshly squeezed lime and orange juice, cream of coconut, and orange zest; and quite a lot of freshly ready Margaritas, accessible with taste enhancements resembling mango, peach, prickly pear, ardour fruit, strawberry or watermelon.
The bar additionally presents the Crush Cocktail, a Baltimore favourite made with the contemporary juice of an entire orange or lemon. Visitors can select between the normal Orange Crush, made with Deep Eddy’s Orange Vodka and freshly squeezed orange juice over crushed ice, topped with Sprite, or the Peach Lemonade Crush, that includes Bulleit Bourbon, peach nectar, freshly squeezed lemon juice over crushed ice, topped with Sprite.
The 1,500-square-foot house options paintings by native artists, together with a placing pixelated Everglades panorama by Peter Nolan that serves because the bar’s focus. The indoor bar seamlessly transitions right into a 2,500-square-foot out of doors patio, accommodating as much as 30 individuals. Right here, company can take pleasure in delectable choices from a rotating number of meals vehicles resembling BMC Smash Burger, La Condensa Tacos, Mambas Pizza, Duck Fats Canines, Mr. Meatball, Bohemian Grill, Carlo’s and Pepe’s, and extra. This numerous array of tempting avenue meals completely enhances the drinks served at 511.
Throughout glad hour, which runs each Wednesday by means of Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., patrons can get pleasure from particular offers resembling $6 Premium Properly Liquor, $7 Recent Margaritas, $8 Orange, Ruby Pink Grapefruit and John Daly Crushes, together with discounted beer and wine by the glass. Moreover, reside music takes the highlight each Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with native bands and DJs performing quite a lot of genres, together with basic rock, blues, 80’s basic rock, soul and digital music.
“We strongly believe that live music and entertainment is the heartbeat of Fort Lauderdale’s vibrant nightlife,” O’Connor says. “It brings our community together, creating unforgettable moments and an electrifying atmosphere that reflects the spirit of our city. This is why we are committed to showcasing incredible local talent and providing a stage where local artists can shine.”
511 Bar & Lounge not solely options an out of doors patio but in addition boasts a 13,000 sqft occasion house behind the restaurant for internet hosting large-scale occasions. This house will host recurring month-to-month themed occasions resembling Jazz & Blues Nights, Nation Nights, and extra. These occasions will function themed meals truck distributors, sponsors, and reside music expertise.
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