Dining at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale: Burlock Coast and Sea la Vie Sundeck
Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits is The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale’s main oceanfront restaurant for coastal seafood, breakfast and weekend brunch; reservations are available via OpenTable or by phone. Sea la Vie Sundeck is the 7th-floor poolside bar serving tropical cocktails and small bites daily (typically 11:00 AM–5:00 PM) and runs a daily 'Seafood & Spritz' happy hour from 3–4 PM.
In this guide
- At-a-glance: dining venues and hours
- Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits — what to expect
- Sea la Vie Sundeck — poolside drinks and happy hour
- Seating, views and dress code tips
- Family, dietary and accessibility notes
- Practical tips: reservations, beach access and fees
- Private dining and events at Burlock Coast
At-a-glance: dining venues and hours
The property’s two primary outlets for on-site dining are Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits (restaurant-café-market-bar) and Sea la Vie Sundeck (7th-floor pool bar and café). The Marketplace at Burlock Coast serves morning coffee and grab-and-go items.
Hours for main services are published by the hotel and restaurant sites; guests should confirm current times with the hotel because hours can change seasonally or for special events.
- Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits — Breakfast, lunch, dinner; weekend brunch replaces lunch service (see Burlock Coast site for detailed hours).
- Sea la Vie Sundeck — Typically 11:00 AM–5:00 PM daily for food and drink service (hotel listing).
- Marketplace at Burlock Coast — Morning coffee and grab-and-go items (published 6:00 AM–3:00 PM).
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits | Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner / Weekend Brunch |
| Sea la Vie Sundeck | Poolside drinks & small bites (afternoons) |
| Marketplace at Burlock Coast | Coffee & grab-and-go (mornings) |
Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits — what to expect
Burlock Coast is the hotel’s signature oceanfront restaurant and market-bar concept with a Prohibition-era inspiration and a farm-to-table coastal focus. The menu emphasizes seafood and contemporary coastal dishes, and it changes seasonally with daily specials.
The venue includes indoor and patio terrace seating, private dining rooms, and a marketplace area. The bar remains open later than some dining services; check Burlock Coast’s site for exact daily hours.
- Cuisine: Seafood, contemporary coastal; seasonal menu and daily specials.
- Spaces: Indoor dining, patio terrace, private dining rooms, marketplace and bar.
- Reservations: Available via OpenTable or by calling the restaurant directly (phone listed on OpenTable and Burlock Coast site).
- Dress code: Smart casual / Casual dress with shoes and shirt required.
| Service | Typical hotel listing |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | 7:00 AM–11:30 AM (per Burlock Coast / hotel) |
| Lunch / Brunch | 11:30 AM–4:00 PM (weekend brunch replaces lunch) |
| Dinner | 5:00 PM–9:00 PM (weekdays); dinner hours may extend on weekends |
Sea la Vie Sundeck — poolside drinks and happy hour
Sea la Vie Sundeck sits on the hotel’s 7th-floor oceanfront sundeck and serves tropical cocktails and small bites poolside. The sundeck overlooks the Atlantic and operates with food-and-drink service during the afternoon.
The hotel lists Sea la Vie Sundeck service as 11:00 AM–5:00 PM. A recurring 'Seafood & Spritz' happy hour runs daily from 3–4 PM with a spritz paired with a select starter (details available through the hotel/event listings).
- Service window typically 11:00 AM–5:00 PM (confirm with the hotel).
- Daily Seafood & Spritz happy hour from 3–4 PM (no reservation required).
- Pool cabana service and cabana packages are available on the 29,000-sq-ft sundeck; cabana service hours are listed separately (examples show 11:00 AM–4:00 PM).
- Sea la Vie suits poolside, casual afternoons—order from loungers or at the sundeck bar.
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Location | 7th-floor oceanfront sundeck |
| Typical hours | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM (hotel listing) |
| Happy hour | Seafood & Spritz — daily 3:00 PM–4:00 PM (hotel/event listing) |
Seating, views and dress code tips
For ocean views and the more formal dining experience, ask for a table on the patio/terrace at Burlock Coast. Sea la Vie is entirely poolside and casual—expect lounge chairs, cabanas, and bar seating with direct Atlantic views.
Burlock Coast’s stated dress code is smart casual (shoes and shirt required); Sea la Vie is casual poolwear-appropriate, but staff generally expect appropriate cover-ups when leaving the pool area to use the restaurant or public indoor spaces.
- Request oceanfront patio seating at Burlock Coast for sunset views.
- Cabanas on the sundeck include dedicated server and cabana packages; hours and inclusions are published separately.
- If you plan to move between pool and restaurant, bring a cover-up or change into smart-casual attire for Burlock Coast.
| Venue | Typical attire |
|---|---|
| Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits | Smart casual / Casual dress (shoes and shirt required) |
| Sea la Vie Sundeck | Poolside casual; cover-ups recommended when entering indoor spaces |
Family, dietary and accessibility notes
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale markets itself as family-friendly and welcomes children of all ages; children 12 and above are charged as adults. Both Burlock Coast and Sea la Vie accept families.
Vegetarian options are available propertywide and the hotel notes vegetarian breakfast choices. The on-site spa is wheelchair-accessible and the property provides accessible parking and elevator access; ask the restaurant staff if you need specific accessibility accommodations.
- Children: family-friendly dining at both outlets; check menus for kid-friendly items.
- Dietary: vegetarian menu options are available across hotel dining venues.
- Accessibility: the spa and public spaces are described as wheelchair-accessible; inquire with staff about seating accessibility in dining rooms.
| Topic | What the hotel notes |
|---|---|
| Children | Children of all ages welcome; family-friendly dining |
| Dietary needs | Vegetarian options offered throughout dining venues |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair-accessible spa and public areas; ask staff for dining accommodations |
Practical tips: reservations, beach access and fees
Reserve Burlock Coast ahead for dinner and weekend brunch via OpenTable or by phone; Sea la Vie generally does not require reservations for casual poolside seating, though cabanas and large groups should be booked in advance. The hotel’s concierge can assist with bookings.
The hotel offers direct access to Fort Lauderdale Beach via a private skywalk from the sundeck. Note that a mandatory nightly resort fee applies to accommodations and covers items such as beach access, towels and other inclusions—confirm the current fee and what it includes when booking.
- Make Burlock Coast reservations through OpenTable or by calling the restaurant.
- Sea la Vie happy hour (Seafood & Spritz) runs daily 3–4 PM; cabanas have separate booking details and service windows.
- Private skywalk connects the 7th-floor sundeck to Fort Lauderdale Beach; non-guests are not permitted beach access from the property.
| Need-to-know | Action |
|---|---|
| Restaurant reservations | Book Burlock Coast for dinner/brunch via OpenTable or phone |
| Cabanas | Book in advance for guaranteed cabana and package inclusions |
| Resort fee | Mandatory—confirm current inclusions and amount when reserving |
Private dining and events at Burlock Coast
Burlock Coast offers private dining rooms and can host chef-led tastings and private parties. The restaurant and hotel event team coordinate private gatherings that range from intimate dinners to larger receptions.
For larger weddings and receptions, the hotel’s event spaces (Grand Ballroom, Astor Ballroom and outdoor terraces) are available; contact the hotel events team for capacities, rental fees, and catering options tied to Burlock Coast catering services.
- Private dining rooms at Burlock Coast can accommodate small to medium private parties.
- The hotel’s Grand Ballroom and Astor Ballroom are available for larger receptions and ceremonies; event capacities are listed on the hotel’s meetings pages.
- Event planning, catering, and on-site coordination are handled through the hotel’s events team; ask about menu customization and chef-led experiences.
| Event size | Recommended contact |
|---|---|
| Small private dinner | Burlock Coast private dining rooms |
| Medium reception | Astor Ballroom / terrace options |
| Large gala or wedding | Grand Ballroom and full event services |
