From weekend markets to glassblowing, waterfront eats, and indie galleries, here are locally owned spots that feel like Hollywood, Florida. Mix the classics with fresh finds and make room for a little serendipity along the Broadwalk.
Things to Do in Hollywood FL (2025)
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From weekend markets to glassblowing, waterfront eats, and indie galleries, here are locally owned spots that feel like Hollywood, Florida. Mix the classics with fresh finds and make room for a little serendipity along the Broadwalk.
Yellow Green Farmers Market
Farmers' market
South Florida’s largest weekend market hums with 300-plus vendors, from Caribbean bites to small-batch bakers and makers. Highlighted by Food & Wine and covered by the Miami Herald, it’s a lively snapshot of the region’s flavors and communities.
Hollywood Hot Glass
Glass blower
At ArtsPark, work one-on-one with pros to shape your own piece in 20 minutes. Founded by Brenna Baker, seen on Netflix’s Blown Away, this studio blends education, craft, and downtown energy—hands-on culture you take home.
Hollywood Art and Culture Center
Cultural center
A community-rooted contemporary art hub presenting exhibitions, film, and youth programs year-round. Recent shows and a robust Community Gallery underscore its role as a platform for local voices, praised by regional arts outlets.
Le Tub
Bar & grill
This eccentric Intracoastal icon has slung burgers since 1975. GQ crowned its sirloin patty the best in America, a call echoed on national TV. Driftwood décor, tiki shade, and salty breezes deliver pure Old Florida vibes.
Hollywood Brewery
Bar & grill
An oceanfront brewpub where house beers meet sea air. Locals call out the Mango IPA and easy-drinking lagers; regional food writers have chronicled its beachfront brewing footprint. Grab a pint and watch the Broadwalk flow.
Sun & Fun Cycles
Bicycle rental service
Family-run rentals—surreys, cruisers, blades, and beach-accessible chairs—make the Broadwalk’s two miles of sea views effortless. Praised by locals for friendly service and accessibility, it’s an easy way to live like a beach regular for a day.
Mickey Byrne's Irish Pub & Restaurant
Irish pub
Downtown’s soccer HQ and community living room hosts supporters’ groups, live music, and late-night craic. Local guides and nightlife writers consistently shout it out for atmosphere, taps, and hearty Irish fare.
GG's Waterfront
Seafood restaurant
A long-running, locally owned seafood house with Intracoastal views, live music nights, and a popular brunch. Frequently recommended by area tourism editors and dining writers for stone crab season and sunset dining.
End To End Gallery
Art gallery
An indie gallery championing pop and urban contemporary art, with curated shows and ArtWalk participation. Listed on Artsy and noted by local event calendars, it brings collecting and conversation to street level.
Billy's Stone Crab Restaurant
Seafood restaurant
Family-operated and famed for stone crab (October–May), Billy’s runs its own fisheries to keep claws and seafood ultra-fresh. A fixture in local dining roundups, it’s where many South Floridians celebrate stone crab season.
Hollywood Artwalk
Festival
On third Saturdays, a local curator leads free gallery and mural walkabouts during ArtWalk, connecting you with artists and indie spaces. A staple on community calendars, it’s a low-key way to meet Hollywood’s creative scene.
