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Marina 84 Sports Bar & Grill – Fort Lauderdale

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Marina 84 is a large sports bar and grill near Port Everglades with big-screen TVs, live music, craft beers, and a full pub menu. Best for game-day groups, cruise travelers, and solo diners looking for a casual, LGBTQ-friendly neighborhood spot.

About Marina 84 Sports Bar & Grill – Fort Lauderdale

Marina 84 Sports Bar & Grill sits along State Road 84 in the Greater Fort Lauderdale corridor, just steps from the hotels that serve Port Everglades cruise traffic. The place is big, plenty of seating spread across indoor and outdoor areas, with big-screen TVs covering every sightline for game days. Live music and karaoke rotate through the weekly schedule, giving the bar an energy that runs well past the typical sports-bar template.

The drink program pulls from craft beers, cocktails, wine, and a full hard-liquor rail, with happy hour pricing on both drinks and food. Guests consistently call out the beer selection as a strong point, and the cocktail list holds its own alongside it. On the food side, the pub menu covers handcrafted burgers, wings, ribs, crispy chicken sandwiches, shrimp appetizers, and fajitas. Opinions split here, the bang bang shrimp and ribs draw genuine praise, while burgers and wings get more mixed marks depending on the visit. Coleslaw and side salads land on the fresher end of bar-food expectations.

The crowd skews broad. Groups pack the place on weekends and game nights, solo diners settle in comfortably at the bar, and cruise-bound travelers from neighboring hotels treat it as a reliable pre-departure stop. Marina 84 explicitly welcomes LGBTQ+ guests and maintains a transgender-safespace designation, which sets it apart from most sports bars in the area. Several regulars compare the atmosphere to a neighborhood spot back home, casual, warm, a little loud when the music kicks in.

Service is a coin flip by most accounts. Named servers like Logan, Yesenia, and Bailee get singled out for being fast and genuinely attentive, but slower nights and understaffed shifts do happen. Outdoor seating offers a quieter option when the main room gets rowdy. Delivery and takeout are available for those who want the food without the scene. Open daily from 11 AM, closing at midnight Tuesday through Saturday and 11 PM on Monday and Sunday.

Good to know

Price: $$
Best for: Game-day groups, Pre-cruise dinner, Solo bar dining, LGBTQ-friendly nightlife, Live music nights, Casual happy hour
Features: Happy Hour, Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Sports, Waterfront, Late Night, Dancing, LGBTQ+, Dog Friendly

Marina 84 Sports Bar & Grill – Fort Lauderdale Reviews

4.0 out of 5 from 2,059 Google reviews.

★★★★★

Yesentia was the best waitress. She was friendly, outgoing and had attention to detail. The food was GREAT and there was plenty of it. I would visit a d eat her again. She will make a good manager someday.

Lorri Garrison, via Google

★★★★★

The atmosphere reminded us of home in Philly. So welcoming. The food was so good. Expected the run of the mil bar food, but was so much better Yesenia, our server, was courteous, fast and on point. Auch a hustler with our huuuuuge crowd!

Melissa, via Google

★★★★★

Unexpexted. Came in on a Saturday evening to a live band and game seven of the world series plus fun locals playing pool. Stayed at the Rodeway Inn or whatever which is on the same property. Nice One Two combo. Lots of silver haired cruise goers here.

Will Glass, via Google

Marina 84 Sports Bar & Grill – Fort Lauderdale Hours

Monday	11AM-11PM
Tuesday	11AM-12AM
Wednesday	11AM-12AM
Thursday	11AM-12AM
Friday	11AM-12AM
Saturday	11AM-12AM
Sunday	11AM-11PM

Marina 84 Sports Bar & Grill – Fort Lauderdale Location

2440 W State Rd 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

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Frequently asked questions

What are Marina 84’s hours?

Marina 84 opens at 11 AM every day. On Monday and Sunday it closes at 11 PM. Tuesday through Saturday it stays open until midnight, making it a solid option for late-night drinks on weekends and weeknights alike.

Is Marina 84 good for watching sports?

Yes, it is built around the game-day experience with big-screen TVs throughout the bar. Guests regularly come specifically to watch NFL and other live sports, and the atmosphere picks up noticeably during major games. Expect a packed house for popular matchups.

What should I order at Marina 84?

The bang bang shrimp and ribs get the most consistent praise from guests. The craft beer selection is frequently called out as a highlight. Burgers and wings are standard sports-bar fare but draw more mixed feedback, so the appetizers and specialty plates tend to be the safer bets.

Is Marina 84 LGBTQ+ friendly?

Marina 84 is explicitly listed as LGBTQ+ friendly and designated as a transgender safespace, which is uncommon for a sports bar. The crowd is diverse and welcoming, and guests describe the atmosphere as open and comfortable regardless of who you are.

Does Marina 84 have outdoor seating?

Yes, there is outdoor seating available. Guests note it offers a quieter alternative when the main indoor area gets loud with live music or a packed game-day crowd. The venue is also noted as dog friendly for those dining outside.

Is Marina 84 a good option before a cruise from Port Everglades?

It is one of the closest walkable dining options to the hotels near Port Everglades, and cruise travelers make up a noticeable part of the crowd. Expect longer wait times on busy pre-cruise evenings, but the full menu and bar keep most guests satisfied while they wait.

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