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Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery is a speakeasy-style cocktail bar on Las Olas Boulevard specializing in rum and craft cocktails, best for couples, groups, and anyone who values skilled bartenders over loud nightlife.

About Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery Ft. Lauderdale

Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery sits at the western end of Las Olas Boulevard, tucked away in a speakeasy-style space that rewards the curious. The interior leans cozy and dimly lit, decorated with warm tones and lounge seating that feels more like a well-kept secret than a typical downtown bar. Walk past the louder spots on the strip and you will find a room where conversation actually works.

Rum is the headliner. The menu runs deep with selections that span regions and styles, and the bartenders, Ryan, Benjamin, Jel, Rihanna, Iker, Jesus, and Chris among them, know the list well enough to guide newcomers toward something they did not expect to enjoy. Guests routinely single out the mixologists by name, which says more about the service culture here than any rating could. Espresso martinis and custom builds based on your flavor preferences are recurring highlights.

The food menu is smaller but lands harder than you would guess from a cocktail bar. Empanadas draw serious praise, the cubano holds its own, and tempura-fried chicken strips manage to feel elevated without pretension. Ube cheesecake rounds out the dessert side for anyone with a sweet tooth.

Swizzle opens at 6 PM nightly and stays open until 2 AM on weekdays, pushing to 3 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. That late window makes it a strong second or third stop on a Las Olas night out, and the crowd shifts as the evening deepens, early hours tend toward couples and small groups catching happy hour, while later on, the energy picks up with a broader late-night mix.

The bar is explicitly welcoming to LGBTQ+ guests and groups of all sizes. Outdoor seating is available for anyone who wants the Las Olas sidewalk atmosphere. Reservations are accepted if you want to secure a spot, though walk-ins seem to manage fine on most nights. At 4.9 stars across 328 Google reviews, the consistency here is hard to argue with.

Good to know

Best for: date night cocktails, late night Las Olas, rum enthusiasts, group nights out, LGBTQ+ friendly nightlife
Features: Happy Hour, Outdoor Seating, Waterfront, Late Night, LGBTQ+

Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery Ft. Lauderdale Reviews

4.9 out of 5 from 328 Google reviews.

★★★★★

Great place to hangout with friends and enjoy a good time. The Bartender was great and the selection of Rum choices is outstanding. I’m defensive going back for more.

YOLO, via Google

★★★★★

Man what a place! Certainly a place for a happy hour or late night caps. Great atmosphere, attentiveness, service, food! Just WOW what a perfect unplanned afternoon. Gel thank you for your service you were just top notch! I’ll certainly be back to see you.

Melissa Fernandez, via Google

★★★★★

So many great cocktails on the menu. Fabulous rum choices. Ube cheesecake was amazing Literally the best empanadas I’ve had in my life (and I’ve had a lot of empanadas). And Rhianna was a fantastic bartender. This is a place that makes me want to come back.

Andrew Heintz, via Google

Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery Ft. Lauderdale Hours

Monday	6PM-2AM
Tuesday	6PM-2AM
Wednesday	6PM-2AM
Thursday	6PM-2AM
Friday	6PM-3AM
Saturday	6PM-3AM
Sunday	6PM-2AM

Swizzle Rum Bar & Drinkery Ft. Lauderdale Location

4 W Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

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Frequently asked questions

What are the hours at Swizzle Rum Bar?

Swizzle opens at 6 PM every evening. Sunday through Thursday the bar closes at 2 AM. On Friday and Saturday nights it stays open until 3 AM, making it one of the later options on Las Olas.

What kind of drinks does Swizzle specialize in?

Rum is the focus, with an extensive selection spanning different regions and styles. The bartenders also craft custom cocktails based on your flavor preferences, and espresso martinis are a frequent guest favorite. Beer, wine, and other spirits are available too.

Does Swizzle serve food?

Yes. The menu is compact but well-regarded. Guests highlight the empanadas, cubano sandwich, and tempura-fried chicken strips. Ube cheesecake is a popular dessert option. It is a cocktail bar first, but the food holds up on its own.

Is Swizzle good for groups?

Groups do well here. Guests visiting with seven or eight friends report feeling right at home, and the staff is noted for handling larger parties without the service dropping off. Reservations are accepted if you want to guarantee space.

Is Swizzle LGBTQ+ friendly?

Yes. The bar identifies as LGBTQ+ friendly and a transgender safespace. Guests consistently describe the atmosphere as welcoming and comfortable regardless of who you are or who you are with.

Is there outdoor seating at Swizzle?

Outdoor seating is available along the Las Olas Boulevard sidewalk. It gives you the option to enjoy the street atmosphere while still being served from the full cocktail menu.

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