Dal Contadino Trattoria

me, Jenn Lee - property manager of Turtle Nest Bungalow review: Dal Contadino Trattoria is a must-visit and only a 5-minute drive from our rental, making it incredibly convenient for guests. Whether you're stopping in for their amazing happy hour bites or planning a special dinner to celebrate, this is the place to go for true, authentic Italian cuisine. Everything -- and I mean everything -- is made in house, from the fresh pasta and bread to their house-made limoncello. You can taste the care and craftsmanship in every dish. It's a smaller, intimate restaurant, so reservations are highly recommended. The menu is one of those you'll want to keep coming back to so you can try everything. A true hidden gem and absolutely a spot our guests should check out when visiting Fort Lauderdale.

Had reservations and waited 20min+ however, worth every minute. Loved this place, Luis at the bar understood how busy it was and stepped in and up to assist our table, A Class taste, service and atmosphere. Have not been to such an authentic Italian home restaurant in years, music in the background, laughs, conversations, singing. The absolute best

This was an amazing meal. Pastas are fresh and cooked perfect. Huge chicken dishes. The apps were great. Drinks were nice. People sang , live music. Super fun time to be had here.

Hidden gem alert ‼️ One of those places you hate to tell others about because it’s that good! Authentic, homemade, fresh. Looking for a wonderful bartender that’s on point and can actually pour a fantastic drink, tell Luis I sent you. Fantastic happy hour and great tastings. Perfect for singles, couples, families, work socials.

The food here was excellent — full of flavor, fresh, and beautifully made. Our server was also wonderful: attentive, friendly, and really made us feel welcome. Unfortunately, the biggest downside was the management. From the beginning, it was clear things were poorly organized. The staff seemed stressed, there was confusion with seating and timing, and it gave off a chaotic feeling that took away from the overall experience. Plus that the manager told us we only had 20 mins to order. It’s a shame because with such great food and such a hardworking, kind server, this restaurant could easily be a top spot. If management improved their organization and leadership, this place would truly shine. In conclusion the manger followed us after being double charged and made us feel like we were not