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511 Bar & Lounge — Fort Lauderdale
511 Bar & Lounge — Fort Lauderdale

Description

511 Bar & Lounge is a casual craft-cocktail bar in downtown Fort Lauderdale with live music, bar games, and rotating food trucks, best for locals and groups looking for a laid-back night with strong drinks.

Overview

511 Bar & Lounge sits on NE 3rd Avenue in downtown Fort Lauderdale, running as a neighborhood cocktail bar that pulls double duty as a live entertainment venue. The indoor space keeps things casual and cozy, while a sizable outdoor patio holds two pool tables, cornhole boards, lounge seating, and a rotating food truck – making it feel more like a backyard hangout than a typical bar.

The drink program leans craft-cocktail-forward with a solid beer selection and full liquor menu. Happy hour runs during early evening hours and reviewers consistently flag it as a strong value. Cocktails are well-crafted without the markup you might expect closer to Las Olas – guests describe pricing as reasonable across the board.

What sets 511 apart is the programming. Any given week might bring live bands, comedy shows, DJ nights with open requests, poker tournaments, or sports watch parties on the TVs. Food trucks rotate through regularly, covering the kitchen duties so the bar can focus on drinks and atmosphere. Weekend days start earlier with doors opening at noon on Saturdays and Sundays for afternoon events that draw a daytime crowd.

Owner Trenton is regularly on-site and multiple guests single him out for making everyone feel genuinely welcome. That hospitality filters through the staff – bartenders get name-checked in reviews for being attentive and personable. The crowd skews local but pulls tourists and groups too, and the bar is explicitly LGBTQ+ friendly and recognized as a transgender-safe space.

The vibe threads a needle between upscale cocktail bar and laid-back neighborhood joint. You can post up solo at the bar, bring a group for pool and cornhole, or settle into the patio with a dog at your feet. Open daily from 4 PM on weekdays and noon on weekends, with last call at midnight most nights and 1 AM on Fridays and Saturdays.

Good to know

  • Rating: 4.6/5 from 81 Google reviews
  • Best for: Craft Cocktail Lovers, Live Music Nights, Groups With Dogs, LGBTQ+ Friendly Outings, Casual Weeknight Hangouts
  • Features: Happy Hour, Outdoor Seating, Live Music, Sports, Late Night, Dancing, LGBTQ+, Dog Friendly

Hours

Monday 4PM-12AM
Tuesday 4PM-12AM
Wednesday 4PM-12AM
Thursday 4PM-12AM
Friday 4PM-1AM
Saturday 12PM-1AM
Sunday 12PM-12AM

Frequently asked questions

Does 511 Bar & Lounge serve food?

The bar partners with rotating food trucks rather than running its own kitchen. Trucks are on-site regularly, especially during events and weekend afternoons, so you can grab a full meal alongside your drinks without leaving the patio.

What are the hours at 511 Bar & Lounge?

Doors open at 4 PM Monday through Friday and at noon on Saturdays and Sundays. Last call is midnight most nights, with an extra hour until 1 AM on Fridays and Saturdays.

Is 511 Bar & Lounge good for groups?

Yes. The outdoor patio has two free pool tables, cornhole boards, and lounge seating that work well for larger parties. Between the bar games, live music, and food trucks, there is enough variety to keep a group entertained all night.

What kind of live entertainment does 511 have?

The lineup rotates between live bands, comedy acts, and DJ sets where the DJ takes requests. Poker nights and sports watch parties round out the calendar. Monthly events keep the schedule fresh, so check their social pages for upcoming dates.

Is 511 Bar & Lounge LGBTQ+ friendly?

Yes. The bar is recognized as LGBTQ+ friendly and a transgender-safe space. Guests describe the crowd as welcoming and the owner and staff as intentionally inclusive toward all visitors.

Can I bring my dog to 511 Bar & Lounge?

The bar is dog friendly, and the outdoor patio with its lounge seating and open layout gives you and your pet plenty of room. It is a relaxed setup where dogs are a regular sight alongside the pool tables and cornhole boards.

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