Casual Dining in Pembroke Pines

Dining Guide

Casual Dining

29 restaurants in Pembroke Pines

Amici's Ristorante & Pizzeria Pembroke Pines — authentic Italian pizza and pasta
Italian / Pizzeria$$

Amici's Ristorante & Pizzeria

Authentic Italian ristorante and pizzeria serving Florida's favorite Italian since 1999 — classic pies, homemade pasta, veal parmigiana, and traditional Italian comfort food in a warm, family-friendly setting.

  • Family Friendly
  • Pizza
BENTO Asian Kitchen + Sushi Pembroke Pines — fresh sushi rolls, poke bowls, and boba tea
Asian / Sushi / Poke$$

BENTO Asian Kitchen + Sushi

Pan-Asian kitchen serving fresh sushi rolls, poke bowls, rice bowls, and handcrafted boba tea in a modern casual setting. A solid all-rounder for sushi, Asian bowls, and specialty drinks in Pembroke Pines.

  • Sushi
  • Poke Bowls
  • Boba
Bolay Pembroke Pines — colorful build-your-own bowl with avocado, corn, black beans, quinoa, and sweet potato
Healthy Bowls / Fast Casual$$

Bolay

A fast-casual chain built around nutrient-dense, fully customizable bowls. Choose your base (greens, grains, or both), add proteins (grilled chicken, steak, shrimp, tofu, salmon), vegetables, and toppings. Everything is gluten-free and clearly labeled for dietary preferences. The miso-glazed tofu with forbidden black rice and roasted broccoli is a standout.

  • Healthy Dining
  • Family Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
Bru-sket-ta Pembroke Pines — Italian café and pizzeria on Taft Street
Italian / Pizza / Café$$

Bru-sket-ta

A beloved Italian café and pizzeria on Taft Street — fresh pizzas, classic Italian dishes, and a warm neighborhood atmosphere. One of Pembroke Pines' most popular spots for casual Italian dining.

  • Family Friendly
  • Pizza
Cafetería Cubana La Guajira Pembroke Pines — authentic Cuban cafeteria with café con leche and pastries
Cuban / Cafeteria$

Cafetería Cubana La Guajira

An unassuming mom-and-pop Cuban cafeteria that has quietly been serving Pembroke Pines for over a decade. No frills, no fuss — just authentic Cuban comfort food the way it's meant to be: café con leche, croquetas, pan con bistec, medianoche sandwiches, and hearty daily specials made with the kind of consistency that builds lifelong regulars. The cozy, no-pretense atmosphere and genuinely warm staff make every visit feel like stopping by a family kitchen.

  • Coffee
  • Family Friendly
Colada Cuban Cafe Pembroke Pines — Cuban coffee, pastries, and breakfast
Cuban / Coffee / Breakfast$

Colada Cuban Cafe

Modern Cuban café giving traditional dishes a fresh twist — famous for Cuban coffee, pastries, breakfast all day, and their signature Cuban French Toast. A go-to spot for cafecito, croquetas, and quick Cuban comfort food in Pembroke Pines.

  • Cuban Coffee
  • Breakfast & Brunch
  • Pastries
  • Coffee
  • Bakery
El Machetico Colombian spread — golden empanadas with salsa on a wooden tray beside a large platter of tostones topped with shredded chicken, sausage and pork with lime wedges, and three plantain cups of guacamole topped with beef, chorizo and pork belly
Colombian$$

El Machetico

The Pembroke Pines outpost of the viral Colombian chain born in Doral in 2008, serving larger-than-life plates of home-style Colombian cooking — three-tier Bandeja Paisa, two-tier Sancocho, 3-foot chicharrón and Trio de Tostones. The official menu also carries a full breakfast section — huevos pericos with arepa, rice-and-bean calentado and avocado toast with eggs — alongside Colombian coffee and café con leche. Casual, generous and built for sharing.

  • Coffee
  • Breakfast & Brunch
Flanigans seafood bar with stone crab claws
Seafood / American$$

Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill

South Florida’s most beloved local seafood tradition since 1959. Baby back ribs, stone crabs in season, fresh fish sandwiches, and cold drinks in a no-fuss, everyone-welcome atmosphere. Virtually every South Floridian has a Flanigan’s story.

  • Coffee
  • Family Friendly
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Outdoor Seating
Fresh Kitchen — fresh juice and smoothie prep station with bananas, berries, and blender
Healthy Bowls / Fast Casual$$

Fresh Kitchen

A build-your-own bowl concept with a rotating menu of seasonal, chef-prepared ingredients. Choose a base, add proteins and vegetables, and finish with house-made sauces. Everything is prepared fresh daily with no antibiotics, hormones, or processed ingredients. The coconut rice with grilled chicken and roasted sweet potatoes is a comfort-food-healthy crossover.

  • Healthy Dining
  • Family Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
Gonzo's Empanadas logo over freshly baked golden empanadas on a wooden cutting board, one cut open to show the savory meat filling
Latin / Empanadas$

Gonzo’s Empanadas

A specialty empanada shop on Pines Blvd known for a wide variety of freshly baked empanadas with near-perfect ratings. Latin comfort food done simply and done right — casual, affordable, and always satisfying.

  • Bakery
  • Coffee
  • Family Friendly
  • Late Night
Joe's Old School Pizza Pembroke Pines — classic New York-style pizza
Pizza / Italian$$

Joe's Old School Pizza

Classic New York-style pizza done the old-school way — hand-tossed pies, generous toppings, and that familiar neighborhood pizzeria feel. A Pembroke Pines staple for late-night slices and family dinner.

  • Family Friendly
  • Late Night
  • Pizza
Cheese pizza slice with golden-brown crust, melted mozzarella, and fresh herb garnish at Joe's Pizza & Pasta
Italian$$

Joe's Pizza & Pasta

A Pembroke Pines institution since 1999 — family recipes from East New York, massive portions, and a loyal local following of 1,400+ reviews.

  • Family Friendly
  • Pizza
John the Baker Pembroke Pines — handmade pizza and famous garlic rolls
Italian / Pizza$$

John the Baker

A South Florida Italian institution since 1960 — handmade pizza, legendary garlic rolls, baked pastas, and classic Italian comfort food in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Three locations, one beloved tradition.

  • Family Friendly
  • Pizza
JP Mulligans Restaurant & Pub exterior at 12415 Taft Street Pembroke Pines — cream-colored storefront with J.P. MULLIGAN'S BAR & GRILL signage, green awnings, and entrance
Irish-American / Pub$

JP Mulligans Restaurant & Pub

Neighborhood Irish-American pub with hearty fare, cold pints, and sports on every screen. Open until 2am on weekends — a Taft Street late-night favorite.

  • Coffee
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Live Music
  • Outdoor Seating
La Carreta Cuban restaurant exterior with iconic branding in Pembroke Pines
LIPP Recommends
Cuban$$

La Carreta

Miami's original Cuban kitchen, serving authentic abuela-style cuisine in Pembroke Pines since 1976. Famous for Cuban coffee, pastelitos, hearty breakfasts, and traditional family favorites — a South Florida institution for good reason.

  • Breakfast & Brunch
  • Coffee
  • Dessert
  • Family Friendly
  • Happy Hour
Las Cazuelas Pembroke Pines — traditional Mexican restaurant with tacos, enchiladas, and fajitas
Mexican$$

Las Cazuelas

Traditional Mexican restaurant offering a full menu of tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and other classic dishes in a sit-down dining setting. A more complete Mexican dining experience compared to taco-focused spots — good for families and longer meals.

  • Traditional Mexican
  • Sit-Down Dining
  • Family-Friendly
  • Tacos
Leafy Pembroke Pines — Vietnamese restaurant with Asian fusion dishes, boba tea, and karaoke lounge
Vietnamese / Asian Fusion / Lounge$$

Leafy

Vietnamese restaurant, lounge, and karaoke spot in Pembroke Pines serving authentic Asian dishes alongside specialty milk teas, boba, and Vietnamese coffee. Private karaoke rooms available. A unique combination that gives you dinner, drinks, and karaoke in one stop.

  • Karaoke
  • Boba & Tea
  • Late Night
Lester's Diner classic American diner exterior
American Diner$

Lester's Diner

A Pembroke Pines institution since 1968. Whether you're in for a late-night stack of pancakes or a proper Sunday breakfast, Lester's delivers comfort food done right in a diner that never went out of style.

  • Breakfast & Brunch
  • Coffee
  • Dessert
  • Family Friendly
  • Late Night
Little Mike's Pizza Pembroke Pines — classic New York-style pizzeria
Pizza / Wings$$

Little Mike's Pizza

No-frills neighborhood pizzeria with a loyal following and multiple South Florida locations. Known for generous portions, crispy wings, hearty subs, and classic New York-style pies. Dine-in, delivery, and takeout make it the go-to for a casual pizza night in Pembroke Pines.

  • Family Friendly
  • Pizza
Miller's Ale House Pembroke Pines — sports bar exterior with neon signage
American / Sports Bar$$

Miller's Ale House

High-energy sports bar with 60+ TVs, hand-breaded Zingers®, juicy burgers, and ice-cold beer. Open until 2am daily — a late-night staple on Pines Boulevard.

  • Family Friendly
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
Piacere Wood Fired Pizza Pembroke Pines — Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizza
Neapolitan Pizza / Wood-Fired$$

Piacere Wood Fired Pizza

Authentic Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizza on Pines Boulevard — blistered crusts, fresh ingredients, and a traditional wood-fired oven. A cozy spot for date night or a casual dinner with friends.

  • Date Night
  • Late Night
  • Pizza
Rancho Nando Pembroke Pines — Colombian restaurant with grilled meats and weekend live music
Colombian / Latin / Steakhouse$$

Rancho Nando

Colombian restaurant and steakhouse bringing authentic flavors to Pembroke Pines — Bandeja Paisa, sancocho, grilled meats, arepas, and Colombian burgers. Friday through Sunday nights transform into a full fiesta with live DJs, music, dancing, and bottle specials until late.

  • Colombian
  • Live Music
  • Weekend Party
Sano Food Pembroke Pines — fresh açaí bowls with strawberries, bananas, blueberries, and granola
Health-Focused / Clean Eating$$

Sano Food Pembroke

The flagship healthy restaurant in Pembroke Pines. Sano Food serves a menu built around clean, whole-food ingredients — nothing fried, nothing processed. Known for their protein bowls, açai bowls, fresh-pressed juices, and wraps. Everything is made to order with ingredient transparency that health-conscious diners appreciate. The salmon bowl with quinoa, avocado, and chimichurri is excellent.

  • Healthy Dining
  • Family Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
Sergios Restaurant Cuban breakfast with vaca frita
LIPP Recommends
Cuban / Breakfast$$

Sergio’s Restaurant

A multi-decade South Florida Cuban institution open from 7AM daily. Vaca frita, pan con lechon, Cuban breakfast staples, and chicken soup. A reliable early-morning and lunchtime destination for Pembroke Pines locals.

  • Breakfast & Brunch
  • Coffee
  • Family Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
Sr de los Tacos Pembroke Pines — authentic street-style tacos, birria, and al pastor
Mexican / Street Tacos$

Sr de los Tacos

Authentic street-style tacos with a focus on al pastor, birria, and chorizo — plus horchata and other Mexican staples. A local taco-focused spot on Sheridan Street offering fresh, affordable Mexican flavors in a clean, family-friendly setting.

  • Street Tacos
  • Birria
  • Local Favorite
  • Tacos
Taco Haven Pembroke Pines — birria tacos, burritos, and authentic Mexican comfort food
Mexican / Birria / Tacos$$

Taco Haven

Family-owned Mexican comfort food spot specializing in slow-cooked birria tacos, packed burritos, and cheesy quesadillas. Established in 2023 and proudly owner-operated, Taco Haven focuses on fresh ingredients and authentic recipes in a cozy dine-in or takeout setting.

  • Birria Tacos
  • Family-Owned
  • Local Favorite
  • Tacos
The Pub at Pembroke Gardens — British gastropub exterior
British / Gastropub$$

The Pub

British gastropub at Pembroke Gardens serving authentic fish-n-chips, handcrafted beers, and gastropub fare in a warm, memorabilia-filled atmosphere. The outdoor patio is super dog-friendly, making it a favorite for Pembroke Pines pet owners.

  • Breakfast & Brunch
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Live Music
  • Outdoor Seating
Twin Peaks Pembroke Pines — lodge-style sports bar exterior with rustic decor
American / Sports Bar$$

Twin Peaks

Lodge-style sports bar known for ice-cold beer served at 29°, hand-smashed burgers, and hearty comfort food. Open until 2am daily — scenic views and late-night bites.

  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Live Music
Village Tavern Pembroke Pines — warm dining room with bar and booth seating
New American / Scratch Kitchen$$$

Village Tavern

Scratch kitchen and craft bar near Pembroke Gardens known for classic American dining with an elevated touch. Offering patio/outdoor dining, weekend brunch, and a welcoming atmosphere for lunch, dinner, and late-night bites.

  • Coffee
  • Date Night
  • Family Friendly
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Outdoor Seating