Lona Cocina Tequileria

Had a mediocre dinner here a year ago but decided to give it another try for lunch. They didn’t have frozen drinks today although they were advertised on the menu so that was weird. However lunch (tacos) and chicken quesadillas and sangria and drinks were very good. The view is spectacular! Well worth the second try and quite affordable for a prime beach location.

Here’s a shorter, more casual version with your update: ⸻ I come here every time I’m in Fort Lauderdale. The lobster burrito and a margarita can’t go wrong. Fair price for good food!! Nice outdoor seating, super pet-friendly, and right by the beach. Service isn’t fast, but it’s friendly and helpful. Lunch is more relaxed while dinner gets livelier. Always a solid choice.

First time in this restaurant and it didn’t disappoint. They have great reviews so me and my husband decided to visit for some appetizers and drinks. My husband had some beers and I tried the Tamarita and Pasión Picante Margaritas. My favorite was the Tamarita with tamarindo and don Julio reposado tequila. So delicious!! If you really love something spicy go for the other one. As appetizers we decided to try the yellow corn esquites and traditional guacamole. They were very tasty!!!! One of the best guacamole we have ever tried. The only thing we have to say about this place is that the service was not very good. Our server was not very friendly. But definitely we will be back!!!

We ate dinner here twice. The food was fine, nothing special... except the steak and Fritas. Did I say we ate here twice? Because the steak was the reason why. It was to die for. Staff was friendly and attentive, though we got something we didn't order and had two sides which were implied to be included but were charged. But yeah, I'd go back just for the steak.

My girlfriend and I were very happy with the shrimp tacos and birria. The crab guac was really good also. A couple others in our party weren't so satisfied with the crab enchiladas. Aside from that, overall very good service! Richard and Mora did a great job!

I would highly recommend Lona Cocina Tequileria. We stopped in for breakfast and were very happy we did! I had the breakfast burrito, and it was very filling! I would recommend asking for their house made hot sauce if you want to heat things up a notch!

Had a lovely dinner on the patio overlooking Fort Lauderdale beach. We were running late due to unforeseen circumstances and I called them and they were accommodating of the situation and held our table. Standouts were the fish and shrimp tacos. We also really loved the yellow corn side. The Friday happy hour half price cocktails are great too! Will definitely come back.

Food was real good. $50+ a person? No, but I guess you pay for the location. Our server was not the best. I had to ask her to take our order. Brought me a warm can of coke and no ice. Wine glass was dirty. Will i come back? Probably not.

Great food, great atmosphere excellent service. Thank you Claudia and Valentin for a lovely evening.

Came here for Sunday brunch. Made a reservation for 1215 but arrived around 1150 and was immediately seated on the patio. The view is so worth it! We were told there was no a la carte menu at that time so got the buffet. The mimosas were fine but those margs hit the spot and then some. The buffet was amazing. - taco bar had beef, chicken, pork, salmon, and tamales with some toppings. Also had rice and refried beans - Salad bar had mixed greens, green dressing, and mexican-inspired toppings. The ceviche was just shrimp and sauce (still delicious) - waffle bar had berry sauce, Whipped cream, and chocolate syrup as a topping. I wish there was caramel for those that don't like chocolate - dessert bar - at first this was amazing with approximately 10 different tiny desserts. The creme Brule ball was my favorite. They ran out of desserts and replaced it with churros. While delicious, those that didn't get the mini desserts really missed out - Omelet bar had a slightly sassy cook who was loving his job and the creations he made - toppings bar - cheese, guacamole, salsa, etc- I got this for the chips back at the table Service was on point and literally every employee was enjoying themselves and dancing to the live dj music (yes, even those working the buffet) We might have left feeling like we gained 30lbs but it was so worth it. Definitely recommend

On a recent girls trip to Fort Lauderdale we went here for a late lunch and late night cocktails. The view is great on the patio and a sports game on at all times. Food is good, we got the tuna app and salads. Drinks were great. All is pricey, which is the name of the game in Ft Lauderdale. I would recommend and go back.

The atmosphere and view terrific! Food and service not so much. I ordered the fish tacos for lunch but the fish was fried before lunch service. When I got it at 1:30pm it was a bit dry and definitely not crispy. It was not good. If they fried at time of service or even refried it it would have been a better experience. I sat at the bar and it was quite full. But the bartender was too busy to check on me and get my order going. I had to flag him down so many times. I didn't get my standard service which is water and utensils upon being seated. I would NOT recommend this restaurant for the food and or service. The vibe is great and view is nice. I would not come out of your way to come here. Very disappointed with my experience. Don't come here unless you are staying at hotel and it's convenient for you.

My husband and I came to Lona Cocina for Valentine's Day, and it was exactly what we were looking for: great food and drinks in a nice atmosphere. We sat outside, which has a great, romantic ambiance with lights on every table at night and an ocean view during the day. We started with the bacon guac which I was a little skeptical about, but it was good. The bacon was fresh and crispy, and not overpowering. The chips were crazy salty. I was deciding between a few drinks and landed on the Mariposa margarita after some help from our waitress. It was amazing, super sweet, and fruity. I got the chicken fajitas with corn tortillas for dinner, and it was some of the best fajitas I've ever had. The quality and quantity were great, and the chicken had a creamy sauce on it with great flavor. My only complaint is the hidden fees. There was an 18% resort fee which we didn't know about, which made an already somewhat expensive restaurant a little ridiculous.

Decided to eat here for NYE... outside they were already gearing up for the night party, but was able to seat us inside pretty quickly despite not having reservations. Inside is stylishly decorated with an upbeat vibe. It was a nice way to kick off our NYE festivities. We started with a couple of drinks and the guacamole with lump crab. I would say the guacamole was alright... I have to admit that I was a bit hyped about having crab in my guac, but it fell short. The idea itself sounds exquisite, but this guac needs more than lump crab to really stand out as a differentiator and maybe even add a little garlic butter for the lump crab for a little razzle dazzle! The drinks were ok. I tend to love a spicy margarita and in this case, I'll just say that I had one and did not have interest in another round. I took a sip of the raspberry drink to taste it... had a cool twang of raspberry, but not for me. The lobster quesadillas were the star of the show, with nice flavor and chunky morsels of lobster.

Had dinner here last month with a colleague. Food was all right. I had the steak fajitas and they were good. I don't recall what my colleague ordered, but I remember she enjoyed it. We shared churros which were meh - too much sugar and hard. Valet is $11 and maxes at 3 hours. Women's bathroom lacked a handicap stall, that was awkward. Had a reservation which they lost, even though they texted me the day before to confirm which I did.

We were starving on arriving at our hotel in FL and this one was right next door. Mr and I both had Baja burrito and tacos and we're so impressed by the soft tender and delicious food. The quantity was great for the two of us. They have taco Tuesdays so I'm definitely coming tomorrow as well to try more tacos. I have shrimp on my mind The service was quick and the view was just the icing on the cake!!

This is my second time dining at Lona and it was a great experience again! For the appetizer, we tried the loaded nachos. They were full of flavor...definitely a must try! This time I had crab & Shrimp enchiladas and they were a 10 out of 10! They were so rich and flavorful! We dined inside where they have plenty of indoor seating and private dining spaces. They have a full bar inside & outside. The service is always quick and the staff is pleasant. This is a go to spot whenever you're in Fort Lauderdale.

I initially hear about this restaurant for a Yelp Elite event and was excited to return to try out their menu. It was a rainy day so it was great to grab a seat indoors. Upon arriving to the restaurant, there was no hostess in sight so we made our way inside to hunt down a staff to we obtain seating. Chips and salsa were provided, the chips weren't fresh and hot. The salsa lacked flavor. The food and drinks came out fast. Although good, my chicken tacos were room temperature. My drink La Tamarita was good, but not strong. The server was friendly and attentive and made a great impression. I wasn't that impressed with my overall experience to return.

Decided to check this place out for a dinner while on vacation. It was off to a great start. Tried that pasión picante margarita. Nice fruity margarita with the right amount of spice. We started off the with the hamachi ceviche which I must say was incredibly delicious. From there I tour experience went downhill. Our service wasn't great. Our waitress wasn't attentive and focus on chatting with another table. It was difficult to get service and we had to ask the water server many times for our waitress wasn't attentive the fish tacos were not pleasant. They had refried beans as the base which did not pair well in my opinion. Would not order again. I would give this place another try because the starters and drinks were great

This place was AMAZING ! A large group of us got together and celebrated birthdays over brunch. We booked their private room and had access to a private terrace. There are two bars and plenty of seating. The brunch selection was perfect! There was something for everyone (including our vegan friend). The guac was absolutely tasty and the guac station had all the right ingredients to make it to your liking. During the brunch they also offer margaritas, bloody Mary's and mimosas and they were delicious! Parking is $10 through valet and validated by the wait staff.

Delicious Quesabirria and carne asada tacos. Tender and savory meat. And stuffed to the gills. There was enough meat in one taco alone for all three.

I recently visited this restaurant for a work meeting with a group of 50 in their private room. While the location was great, the atmosphere pleasant, and the food enjoyable, the noise level was unbearable. It was so loud that I couldn't hear the person sitting right next to me -- uncomfortably loud to the point of being miserable. Unfortunately, this really impacted the experience. I'd recommend they address the acoustics in their private space to improve the experience for larger groups.

Great food great vibes. Everything was delicious. we decided to stop here randomly for a bite and I'm sure glad we did. It was a hot summer day so we sat outside at the bar this particular day the music was on point . Right along Lauderdale Coast for sightseeing. The bartender was fun and attentive.. Gone a few times a 6 month period

We ate both breakfast and dinner at Tinta/Lona and were not impressed. For starters, the service was what left a bad taste in our mouth on BOTH occasions. At breakfast, we were asked our order and the server did not return to our table until after our meal was complete. Hence, no refills/asking how our food was, etc. The breakfast food was good, but not anything to write home about. At dinner, our server seemed to be under the influence (alcohol/drugs?). We ordered a drink and an appetizer and she took our menus even though we wanted to order dinner as well. We asked for chips and salsa and didn't receive them until we asked a third time. The food overall was good, although a hair in the plantains ruined our appetites. Overall, food was decent but the service was not good! You could find better in the surrounding area.

Whether you're a view person, a cocktail person, or a food person, Lona Cocina's got you! Located in The Westin Beach Resort, Lona's has a comfortable vibe, with Latin inspired fare, music, and decor. The service is terrific - greeted warmly, seated quickly, and before we knew it, we had delicious and flavorful food before us. The bacon guac is the best savory BLTA with only the good stuff in the middle, guilt free! Tortilla chips were thick cut, crunchy, and well salted. Which made me enjoy my drink all the more! Careful - they have that warmth inducing sneak effect! Had to have a couple! My birria tacos were absolutely amazing! Succulent meat yet crispy shell, with piping hot consommé for dipping. Mmm! We chose to sit outside, so we could enjoy the amazing front row beach view. A great dining experience!

We ordered the food to go, so I'm not too familiar with the service or the ambiance. The food, however, I know for a fact that it's fantastic. Best lobster quesadillas I've ever had! And honestly the best meal I've had in Fort Lauderdale.

Great after beach hangout. We went after having a couple drinks at Nube next door and we wanted some tacos to go with our tropical afternoon. We tried the surf and turf burrito and the carne asada tacos. The tacos were great and the meat was full of flavor. I love when they add a nice creamy cilantro sauce to any taco!! We also tried a couple drinks. I can't remember the name but mine had passion fruit! Delicious! The waiter was super helpful when picking out the best items on the menu and they brought the food out quickly and it was very fresh.

Friendly service, great Location. The Patron margaritas are to die for (Golden Cadillac and Mezcal). The crab gauc and lobster quesidila were so tasty. We split these and drank until our Hilton hotel room was ready

Ask for Nelson! He made our lunch experience so much fun! Great energy! Nice atmosphere, only complaint was noisy construction on the patio during part of our lunch. Great food and big portions. Had the lobster quesadilla and it was very good, also carnitas tacos, and birria quesadilla. Also had some margs and sangria, all delish!

We had rented out a private area for a birthday party it was over 40 of us. I wish I could remember our servers name and the managers. But I will tell you these workers were the best servers ever. We never waited for nothing they keep the drinks coming the kept our tables clean the entire time. Also there was a Mara-chi band they was the real deal! The food was amazing. The view of the ocean was great. We had a blast, I will for shore be visiting again.

The ambiance at Lona Cocina is very nice, and the service was first class. I enjoyed the martini after I added an extra shot of tequila. We did not care for the cheese dip or the thick tortilla chips. There are other Mexican restaurants in the area that we like better.

We had a great experience on Taco Tuesday and really enjoyed the tacos with all their fixings. Angie and Octavio were gracious and kind. It was so nice to have such friendly and interactive service. Our server, Christian, was also fantastic--attentive without being overbearing. They all truly made the experience memorable.

Perfect beach spot for some yummy Mexican food! Good happy hours and dog friendly! We had the steak salad that is large enough to split.

Visited Lona on our annual trip. We look forward to eating here! 4th year in a row and it was just as delicious as it is every year. Tried the quesabirria dish...fantastic! cheesy and very flavorful! Ofcourse a visit would not be complete without ordering Churros!!!

The location is perfect for this restaurant! Our family of four visited 2x on our Florida trip because we couldn't get enough of the crab guacamole and the lobster quesadillas. The service was adequate, friendly and attentive. I enjoyed the margaritas and then we headed over to the beach to take some sunset photos after dinner.

It was a nice windy night, until I went to this restaurant. The Tuna tostada was good. Tacos Al carbon was not good, the chicken flavor i was not feeling it. Enchiladas divorciadas were ok. The side of plantains with cheese was good. While I try the sangria I thought I was drinking juice with a no flavor at all. The worst part was that it was not even a sangria pitcher, you will see the picture I'm going to post it! $59.00 for the sangria!! The only thing that we enjoy was the chips with the salsa and that we did not wait to long for the food to be served!! But now I understand why!!!! Lol

This is a can't miss spot! Enjoyed a wonderful lunch on the patio. Great ocean views with porch heaters to help with the chill. Both entrees were fantastic! The steak and shrimp burrito and the pork tacos were outstanding. Crispy chips and Smokey salsa were also a great appetizer. The service was very good as well. We will definitely be back!

Taco Tuesday!! Need I say more!? Lona came highly recommended by many people staying at our hotel and we gave it a whirl. We sat outside - beautiful. Claudia our waitress was wonderful- honestly guided us to an amazing meal. $5 tacos- sign me up!! Angie, the energetic taco serving angel hooked us up! Beef, chicken, or pork? Flour or corn? And a personalize tour of all the toppings! My plate was overflowing with goodness! Don't you worry my friends ... we will be back!

My friend raved about their Taco Tuesday specials so we came here to celebrate his birthday. Sitting outside with the ocean view is wonderful. On Tuesday nights they have set up outside a taco station with the choice of chicken, beef and pork. Then you can pile on top as many toppings as you want ,they include pineapple, onions, cilantro, jalapenos, guacamole, salsa, pickled onions, cheese and more. All for $5 a taco . They also have set up outside a Margarita bar which is also $5 a drink and they have spicy margaritas and regular, salt on the rim or not. The tacos are good and the portions are generous. Margaritas definitely had some tequila in them. They do offer their full menu as well if you don't want tacos. The service is okay. They will validate your parking for the valet, $10 if you eat there.

We visited Lona the week after Christmas. We were able to get reservations same day and had patio seating. The view was beautiful. They also have heaters on the patio, but they weren't needed. We had great service and really enjoyed the food.

I have been here multiple times and wanted to bring my friend which it was her birthday. They sat us at a table while we were closing up a tab at the bar. It came time to sit at our table and they asked us to move because the table was "apparently" reserved when we were the ones who reserved it. They sat us at a different which wasn't bussed down and forgot about the menu. The team that takes care of the sitting arrangements is not on the page and wasn't nice to get us up from a table to another and cleaning the table in front of us while we stood there with our drinks in our hands.

Ambiance: this is where Lona Cocina earns all five of their stars. As a person who went on a fall day for brunch it was perfect. The patio was covered and the ocean breeze was hitting just right. The day I went they had a hip hop violinist. It was Bridgerton party vibes with a modern day moment. It wad a Sunday so be prepared to wait if you dont make a reservation. They do a brunch buffet but we went late enough to order off the menu. It was worth it because we ordered the lobster quesadilla. I have been dreaming of this

It is clearly a pick up spot on the shores of Fort Lauderdale Beach at midnight as we stumble in hungry, fresh off a flight from Vegas on this chilly evening. We make our way through the guys and gals looking to partner up for the night at the crowded loud bar and the music jamming through the place to grab the only option for quieter table (but by no means quiet) in the back. We sit, we order and we have food quite quickly. I had tagged this spot on Yelp because it was open until 1am, it is an easy walk from the AC Marriott hotel we are staying at around the corner and I knew we were going to want to eat something. My bar was not high on what to expect, especially knowing this spot now seems more like pick up spot at this hour versus a restaurant. I am caught off guard though by these shrimp tacos I have ordered. These bad boys are abundant with shrimp and remarkably flavorful. Spicy, some kick, but amazing on flavor. So delicious and here I was thinking we would be getting the B-team of kitchen staff at this hour., but I am horribly wrong. Kudos to the chef! Really very well done and worthy of a shout out. So if loud, a touch obnoxious pick up joint that is open late is what you seek, than this is your spot. If quiet spot to grab a late night bite is what you seek, you will find no quiet here at this hour, but it is worth the thumping beats and viewing of the hook-ups to come for these tacos.

I went here with some friends, and I ordered the carnitas tacos. The food itself was good. However, the pungent smell of vomit or other hung around the bar/entrance as we walked through the restaurant. It seemed to only affect the bar/entrance, so our actual dining area was completely fine. Nice decor and location.

Stopped here for lunch on our first day here. Great choice. Beautiful view of the beach from our high top table. The staff were all very friendly. We had tacos; the shrimp and the carne asada which were both excellent choices. Chips and salsa on each table was a nice touch since some many places now charge extra for this. The tacos were stuffed. Four nice sized shrimp in each taco and the bacon and chipotle aioli gave it a nice flavor. The carne asada was marinaded and very tender. If you're looking for authentic Mexican cuisine with a great view you'll want to try this place. They also offer specials on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings and brunch on Sunday.

The atmosphere is wonderful; a perfect view of the beach. People watching is also great! We only had appetizers and they were good. The salsa was too smoky tasting for our taste buds. The guacamole lacked flavor but was a nice serving. Our waiter was nice and attentive.

Recently visited and was very pleased of the view, the ocean. Sitting outside maybe a little too loud for some but it was perfect for me. The service was average because when we arrived we were seated in a spot that had heighten chairs and in the back. However, a minute later we were told that we could seat anywhere closer toward the up front tables that were available. Our waitress was not very attentive nor did she give us choices when we ordered like another waitered did for the people that were sitting next to us. My fish tacos were fried and was good but the mayo provided was not preferred. when I received my tacos it was clearly missing the refried beans. This I did not mind because they are not my favorite. However, my friend ordered the same thing on the menu and received her unwanted beans. My drink was watered down from the ice. and the flavors were there but the alcohol was not; so the overpriced drink was just that. Which was expected to be, considering where we were near the beach and attached to a hotel. However, mainly it's the location why I would reconsider returning with the view being a big decision.

We came here for the second of 2 catered meals in the area and this place blew my socks off, especially compared to the other! It was so good!!! My favorite thing was the habenero hot sauce ! My mouth is drooling over how delicious it was and I put it on everything! We had a nice buffet with build your own tacos with carne asada, fish and chicken, guacamole, chips and salsa. We had about 15 waitresses to tend to our party of about 45 and they were ON IT. They constantly asked if we needed refills, assistance and more! One note, if you're hosting a large party I think you need to meet a minimum (which our group struggled to do because most people were not drinking alcohol), but if you're able to hit the minimum, I HIGHLY suggest you run, don't walk to this place.

Lobster quesadillas was the best I've ever had. please give this a try. The carnitas tacos tasted very fresh. Service was fast. Ambiance was sitting by the ocean by the outside. Evening was beautiful 7pm sun setting by the ocean.

Lona is a nice enough hotel restaurant inside the Westin Fort Lauderdale. Warm and nice decors; alright noise level; friendly service without long wait for dishes. Their taco dishes are colorful and nicely presented. They offered free salsa and chips as soon as you're seated. There's a raw yellowtail (basically sashimi but Mexican style) that's very good (see my picture). One of the ceviche dishes is presented not in a glass but as a little "tower" in a plate. Creative. Nice cocktails too (love the one with grapefruit).

I stopped by this place, because I happen to go back to the hotel and needed some food real quick... Typically, hotel restaurants don't have the best food, but this place proved me wrong and the food was absolutely amazing. Anytime I see crab on the menu, I'll try and get it because I love crab meat. So when I saw the guacamole with crab, I had to try it. It's amazing. I like mine a little bit more flavorful, and this hits the spot... I find that sometimes guacamole just lacks Flavor, but this one was good... May need to add more salt, depending on your level of taste buds, but it hit the spot well for me. I also got the crab and shrimp enchiladas... Highly recommend! Again, very flavorful and just delicious... my server also made me an amazing nonalcoholic drink that just hit the spot as well... Don't ask me what was in it, I don't know, and I didn't ask questions. The food was so good, that I came back for a drink after I came from dinner... And ordered more food! Because at this point, why not. I got the queso Fondo, which was awesome. I paired it with the salsa that they give you and the chips and it just hit the spot. And then I had a drink made for me and that was also beautiful and awesome, I don't remember the name of the drink, but it was pretty in flowery, and any of the servers will be able to help you with that. I also tried the churros on the Phoung of recommendation from my server, those were great. They could've been better if the churros were warm, and if the chocolate sauce was warm. But otherwise both had great flavor. I love everything about this restaurant, I love that they had outdoor seating and it was right across the street from the beach, and it has great views during the day and just a chill vibe at night. I really enjoyed just sitting out there enjoying the ambience. I would come back to this restaurant the next time I come to Fort Lauderdale because it was totally worth it .

This was a random solo moment for me. After running a few errands, I decided to head over to the beach. Now after living here in south Florida for 6yrs I tend to avoid some of the tourist location. But I'm so happy I stumbled upon this location. I valet parked at the hotel (make sure to it the ticket validated by the hostess). Now the ambiance was great with the option to sit indoors or outdoors. Since I was in the mood to enjoy the beach view I opt to sit outside. Shortly after being seated someone who wasn't my server provided water, chips and some sort of dip. My actual server was great. I started with their lump crab guacamole, it was different but good. Then for entree I had the fish tacos. Overall I enjoyed my experience and I would totally return.

Came here for lunch after my spa appointment at the Westin hotel it's located in. The host met me at the stand & I asked to be sat at the bar inside. The bartender gave me some time with the menu and after inquiring about the Rosa cocktail I went with it. It was refreshing without being too sweet. I ordered their guacamole & the brisket quesadilla. Their guacamole needs work. I had to add a good amount of salt, pepper & lime juice to give it a better flavor. The brisket quesadilla saved them because that thing is serious business. Perfectly cooked brisket, amazing flavor & very filling. Comes paired with guacamole & sour cream which I think tasted great all together. $51 for my drink, appetizer & entree. Their menu looks great & decently priced being on Fort Lauderdale beach (everything's about $15-$20)

Good chips and salsa and guacamole. Tacos, enchilada and burrito really just ok. I think we are spoiled with our tequileria's back home. Service was tentative and the ocean view was amazing...

Great experience here - chip/salsa for every table, and then we ordered delicious/fresh guac, flavorful/filling tacos, and the tuna tostada - which was incredible! Service was great, and it's right across the street from the beach, so it's a popular spot. Indoor and outdoor seating options. Get the tuna tostada if you come here!

Service was terrible tonight. We waited for almost an hour for our entrees, and the worst part was that the server never came over to refill our drinks or ask if we needed any additional ones. Four other tables walked out, including one that left their food and drinks behind when they got there. Another table received their entree, which arrived 15 minutes after us. The server said there was a mess-up in the kitchen with the tickets. It wasn't a busy night, so I can only imagine what it would be like on a weekend. Avoid at all costs unless you're staying at the hotel and have time to kill. I will say the guacamole with lump crab was good, and the complimentary salsa was pretty good as well. However, the queso was not that great. Good thing we ordered appetizers; otherwise, we would've starved.

5 Star breakfast review.... Location is spectacular- in front of the Westin and directly across from the beach - open air and sat at the bar for breakfast. *friendly service from Jared *exceptional food - you don't need to order the full stack as it's 3 huge & fluffy pancakes -- too much to finish (although I think the short stack was only 2 less) **eggs over easy cooked to perfection ***Turkey sausage was just ok Overall delicious & I hear it's a great place for a drink later in the day!!