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This month, chef DaSilva debuts a new menu with small bites and new bar menu additions like corvina ceviche, local burrata salad and Florida oranges and olive oil cake. Here she talks about the experience at 3030 Ocean and shares her local Ft. Lauderdale guide.
Chef Paula DaSilva’s Fort Lauderdale
February 10, 2014
3030 Ocean - Fort Lauderdale Beach, FL
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3030 Ocean
Fort Lauderdale Beach
New American / Seafood
3030 Holiday Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
T: 954.765.3030
Website | Book A Table | Menu
The Experience
We want diners to feel like they are coming to a fine dining restaurant, but in a more casual, friendly and less pretentious setting. The food is focused around local availability and products available from other regions during their peak season.
Gems on the Menu
I work very closely with our local farms, so the gem ingredients simply depend on the gorgeous produce they have in season.
Most Underrated Dish
I would say it’s the half roasted chicken with polenta and root vegetables. Chicken is one of those things most people can cook at home so they don’t want to order it when they go out to eat. I personally love chicken and could live off of it forever if I had to. The chickens come in fresh and then we brine them for 24 hours, then remove it from the brine and dry in the walk-in for another 24 hours, next day we rub lemon juice on the skin to help crispy it, rub with fresh herbs, salt and olive oil and in the oven they go. It’s so flavorful and succulent and pairs so well with the creamy polenta.
South Florida Benefits
The weather. We have great farming during the winter and spring months. Then in the summer we switch gears and use other farms such as Chef’s Garden. We are lucky to have fresh fish, lobster and crabs available to us daily.
Local’s Tip | Must-Try Delicacy
Stone crab claws during the harvest season which is from October to May. Just about any and all seafood restaurants will have it including 3030 Ocean.
Ft. Lauderdale Guide
Find | Markets
Eucalyptus Gardens
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Eucalyptus Gardens in Wilton Manors
It’s a real chill place but you can get some fresh produce, have a glass of wine with cheese or hang out and just people watch.
2430 NE 13th Ave, Wilton Manors, FL 33305
T: 954.394.4322 | www.eucalyptus-gardens.com
Find | Sweets
Croissant Time
It’s a little French bakery that specializes in classic pastries, they make fresh sandwiches with great breads, charcuterie or coffee. You can eat in or take out.
1201 N Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
T: 954.565.8555 | www.croissantime.com
Eat | Restaurants to Take a Visiting Chef
Canyon Southwestern
Try the escargot and the prickly pear margarita.
1818 E Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
T: 954.765.1950 | www.canyonfl.com
Le Tub Saloon
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Le Tub
I love coming here because it’s on the water, old school and great burgers.
1100 N Ocean Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33019
T: 954.921.9425 | www.theletub.com
Valentino Cucina Italiana
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Valentino Cucina Italiana
A chef-driven Italian restaurant with a real Italian chef in a beautiful dining room and top notch service.
620 S Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 3330
T: 954.523.5767 | www.valentinocucinaitaliana.com
Sushi Rock
Loud ‘90s music combined with great, fresh seafood. There’s always a line out the door so you better be ready to wait.
1515 E Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
T: 954.462.5541
Baby Spinach Salad and the Key West Shrimp Salad at Market 17
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Market 17
This restaurant is tucked away near the port, but has a talented chef who is constantly evolving the menu and pushing the envelope with proteins such as elk or bison. But then does some wonderful house-made charcuterie.
1850 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
T: 954.835.5507 (Book a Table) | www.market17.net
Eat | Off The Beaten Track
Gabose
I like to head out to west to have a Korean feast and BBQ at Gabose. Bring an empty stomach and a few friends with you so you can order as much food as possible!
4991 N University Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
T: 954.572.4800
Eat | Quintessential Florida
The Rustic Inn
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The Rustic Inn
Get ready to eat and smash all the crabs you can eat. And if you don’t like crab, they have an array of fresh seafood dishes to choose from. This place embodies old Florida and you can grab a seat outside and watch all the giant iguanas near the water.
4331 Ravenswood Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
T: 954.584.1637 | www.rusticinn.com
Drink | Beer
Beer flight at Tap 42
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Tap 42
It’s a place where the locals hang out. Upbeat, fun, good cocktails and tons of beers.
1411 S Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
T: 954.463.4900 | www.tap42.com
Riverside Market
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The Riverside Market Café
This laid back place is a real chef favorite because you can order just about any beer you want on tap. They also have a great selection of local stuff.
608 SW 12th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
T: 954.358.8333 | www.theriversidemarket.com
Drink | Cocktails
Elbo Room
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Elbo Room
You can’t come to Fort Lauderdale and not have one drink at this place. It’s the best on Sunday afternoons with live music and just hanging out in your bathing suit.
241 Fort Lauderdale Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
T: 954.463.4615 | www.elboroom.com
Bar Stache
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Bar Stache
This new 1920s drinking den just opened in Fort Lauderdale and it’s like nothing else we have around. Password is required, but once you enter, the craft cocktails are truly amazing. Plus, it’s a great vibe with live performances.
109 SW 2nd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
T: 954.449.1044 | www.barstache.com
