A diner
from Fort Lauderdale, FL
gave an overall rating of
on August 21, 2008
As many have said in there prior reviews. Ernie's is long time well known Fort Lauderdale watering hole and eatery. Friendly staff, generous portions and tasty barbeque. My only criticism is that I do not like their barbeque sauce which is thin and watery. Most barbeque restaurnts give you a chice of spicy, sweet, etc. varieties. Here you get only one choice..theirs...and it is awful.
A diner
from S.W. Penna.
gave an overall rating of
on July 16, 2008
I was introduced to Ernie's by a south Fla. native and my wife and I love the place. Sure,you can find better bbq, nicer surroundings etc. This place is the real deal! Good,professional waitress that really seemed to like her job. If you want cute,go to a national chain.If you are in Lauderdale don't miss Ernie's!
A diner
from Pembroke, NH
gave an overall rating of
on February 26, 2008
I've been going to hollywood beach sinch the early 80's. every time i go I have to stop at ernies for conch chowder and bbq rb. simply fantastic. I have tried over the years to mimic the receipe for the chowder and i think I'm close, but, if you would like to send me ernies origional receipe, I would treasure it for life. p.s. why did you paint the walls and got rid of all the philosophical sayings. they were historical. larry
A diner [hook_em_texas_horns@yahoo.com]
from Now: Austin, Texas (12+ years). Then: Fort Lauderdale, Texas (25 Years)
gave an overall rating of
on October 22, 2007
As stated in the other reviews, Dirty Ernie's (nee "Ernie's Restaurant & Rooftop Bar" for the tourists) is a long time Fort Lauderdale tradition. I remember back in the 80's & early 90's when that section of Federal Highway was a bit seedier & hookers used to walk the streets; Ernie's stopped offering french fries to the upstairs patrons because we'd throw them off the rooftop at the passing 'working women'.
The Conch Chowder & Conch salad ARE indeed something to set your plans around. The Q is good, but certainly not my reason for visiting (I'll take my Texas BBQ over anything Florida has to offer).
A diner
from Chicago, IL
gave an overall rating of
on March 28, 2007
Back in the 70's we called this place "Dirty Ernies", with words of wisdom and pictures painted on the walls, wooden picnic tables inside, and menu's hand written on paper plates ... Ernie passed away years ago but the food is still the same, spectacular! A real treat! Get a pork sandwich, fritters, conch chowder, and a beer ... your in Paradise at last!!!!
A diner
from jacksonville, nc
gave an overall rating of
on September 3, 2006
The best restaurant bang for buck in the world! I recommend the beef brisquet. Great location near the beach.
A diner
from Chicago, IL
gave an overall rating of
on April 8, 2006
Ernie's, to me Dirty Ernie's from my formative years is not a restaurant, but an institution. A unique dining experience that is hands down my all time favorite restaurant! Conch chowder comparable to none other, along with bimini bread, pork, beef or brisket, and covered in that magical barbeque sauce good enough to be its own food group. I grew up at Ernie's and though it's changed hands several times since Ernie orignally owned the restaurant, the quality and consistency of the food and especially the chowder remains unchanged. Now I am several years removed from the Fort lauderdale area, but Ernie's is always from first stop from the airport when I am back in the area. Mmm, Mmm!!!!!
A diner [boxer1babe@yahoo.com]
from Austin, Texas
said...
on October 11, 2005
I NEVER miss a trip to Ernies when I go back to Ft Lauderdale. I grew up on Ernies and it is a must to have some packed on dry ice and brought back to Texas with me on the plane. This is my kind of Bar B Q! I have my brother picking up another load of yummies this week (10/2005) and it is being delivered over night so I cn enjoy Conch Chowder instead of Texas Chili. If you are anywhere near South Florida, Ernies is a must!
A diner [selasda@aol.com]
from salinas, california
gave an overall rating of
on July 2, 2004
Ernie's is not a dining experience.. its a life changing experience.. the locals know that the conch chowder and bahamanian bread are kick butt but the ambience of a ft lauderdale institution.. legend has it that jimmy buffett has to have ernies conch chowder when he's in town.. the painting on the wall reflect some of the radical political philosophy of ernie.. and is kept intact by the current owners.. beware world bankers etc....
Number of Reviews: 9
on August 21, 2008
