Fun Times Two

Get ready for twice the fun at Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, Fort Lauderdale.

The newly opened eatery mirrors its flagship South Beach location, doubling as a fast-casual taco joint and a late-night, speakeasy-style lounge. 

Founded by Menin Hospitality’s Keith Menin and Jared Galbu, the venue is just steps from the riverfront. 

“We’ve always loved Fort Lauderdale and have been waiting for the right moment and location to open a Bodega Taqueria y Tequila there since we opened our first flagship location in South Beach in 2015,” Menin said in a press release. “When we saw that they were developing and re-envisioning the riverfront, the new towers, and the Wharf, we found an iconic historic corner that just felt like Bodega.” 

The menu features Mexican street food and includes delights like Loaded Carne Asada Nachos (Grilled Rib Eye Steak, Chili Queso, Cotija, Red Onion, Tomato, Cilantro, Chili Crema, Sliced Jalapeno) and the Late-Night Burrito (Guajillo Braised Short Rib, Roasted Pork, Roasted Chicken, Mexican Rice, Black Bean Refrito, Oaxaca Cheese, Potato Sticks, Salsa Rosada).

Diners order from a retrofitted vintage airstream trailer turned taco truck then eat at picnic tables or neon bar stools. 

Inside the taqueria, a door leads guests to a late-night speakeasy featuring an extensive cocktail menu and live music. Signature cocktails include Pico Picante (Herradura Silver, Ilegal Mezcal, Cucumber, Cilantro, Jalapeno, Lime, Orange Bitters) and Mezcal Old Fashioned (Casamigos Mezcal, Ancho Reyes, Old Fashioned Syrup).

Bodega Taqueria y Tequila is located at 21 W. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. For more information, call 954-945-5545 or visit BodegaTaqueria.com.