Pompano Beach is an exciting town these days. But, it's not as well known as some of our neighbors to the North and South. So, we put together this guide, to help you navigate our neighborhood. 🏖

The name 'Pompano' is derived from a fish species of the same name. This name was choosen inadvertently, when in 1896, a surveyor notated his dinner, a Pompano fish, onto the map. For more on our city's history, take a look at the Pompano Beach Historical Society.

Get to the sand!

On the map below, you'll notice the quickest path to the ocean from our villas. Though not the only path, this two-block route is the one you'll probably want to take after checking-in.

The beach has plenty of hotels and restaurants scattered throughout the shore. And, the road that most of them is on is 'Briny Ave', named after the infamous Briny Bar. This bar is very popular with locals and tourists alike, and if you're looking for company, you'll always find it here.

The beach is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The embankment along the beach is public along the entire coast, with, private and public property between the embankment and the nearest road. That means you're free to walk near the waters at all times, though, accessing that walkway may need you to navigate the public signage once you're outside the boardwalk. 🌊

Walkable Areas

It's so walkable here - you don't need a car. And many of our guests tell us they're happier here without one. We have a free shuttle service here that's very convenient. But, there's a public bus service, and docks, should you not have a car, and need to get somewhere a little further. Nonetheless, let's start with a walking tour. 🚶

Restaurants

If you're a foodie - you're going to find plenty of great food here in East Pompano Beach. Within short distance, you can find restaurants of all kinds. Here's a list of nearby restaurants that we've enjoyed and recommend. 🍲

• Flanigans - A local franchise with great prices for quality pub food
• Bella Monte Deli - want a sub? These are humongous. Great italian market.
• Take Sushi - Our favorite Sushi Restaurant within in walking distance
• 9 Face - Also a fantastic Sushi restaurant, in short walking distance
• Oceanic - the premium ocean-front eatery.
• Houston's - A legendary american restaurant. Another of our favorites
• Beach House - A fun atmosphere, with an excellent view of the beach
• Carlucci's Brick Oven - Great Pizza, right down the street
• Rossitto's Italian - Yet another excellent italian market
• Mini Pita Mediterranean - Greek food, and well done.
• Whole green Cafe - One of our favorites. Healthy food of all kinds, at a great price
• Zona Fresca - A florida franchise with authentic, cheap, and delicious mexican street food

Groceries and Basic Necessities

Within close walking distance, you can find all your daily essentials. Here's where our guests tend to shop. 🥗

• Walgreens - The local pharm store. Only One block away.
• Publix - The Florida Grocery store
• Atlantic Beach Cleaners - Dry cleaning
• Laundromat - Self-service laundromat

Activities

• LBTS Pier - Had enough of the pompano pier? Check out our neighbor to the south
• Deerfield Beach Pier - A little farther than the LBTS pier, but no less fun!
• Hillsboro Inlet - A great place for pictures! Watch the boats leave and enter, with the lighthouse in the background. Great spot for a picnic too.
• Pompano Community Park - Lots of fun, in a nearby park. Has a nice pool too. Be sure to check the concert schedule.
• Xtreme Action Park - Indoor Racetrack and gaming center. Perfect distraction for a rainy day.
• Festival Marketplace - Our nearest indoor flea market.
• The Galleria Mall - Our nearest mall, with lots of stores and restaurants

Nature

• Fishing - We have too many fishing opportunities to list! There are charter boat docks all over the island. Here's a few to the North.
• Diving - Here again, are too many choices to list. But, here's a spot our guests love, just down the street.
• Butterfly Gardens - You certainly know all the beach features of Pompano by now. But, did you know that Pompano Beach is the Butterfly capital of the world? It sure is. Check out this hidden gem!

Nightlife

There's lots to do here in South Florida. From baseball and soccer, to Wynwood. But, here, we're focusing on our little neighborhood. Feel free to ask Amy or Chris for more suggestions around the larger community. Also, Friday nights usually has a movie or band playing on the Atlantic blvd entrance to the boardwalk. You can usually hear it in the distance from here. Definitely check that out if you want to meet some of the Pompano Beach locals. 🍷

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  Briny Irish Pub - The center of our neighborhood's nightlife. It's a great place, don't miss it!
• 26 Degree Brewing - A nearby brewery, with lots to do and plenty of activity.
• The Cove - A waterside bar and restaurant with lots of turnout on promotional days. It's a neat plaza too.
• Lauderdale by the Sea - There's lots to do at the Pier to our South. Just pop over and see where you end up.
• Fort Lauderdale Beach - There's too much to list, going on here. The ride here is short and direct. Definately worth a look.

Casinos

• Seminole Hard Rock - The Largest casino in Florida, with plenty of fun to be had outside the gaming itself. Totally worth a day of your trip!
• Harrah's - Pompano's old horse racing tracks, are now a fantastic casino! This is a short ride west, if you're looking to gamble, head on over.
• Seminole Casino Coconut Creek - This lesser known casino is a short distance north of Harrah's. Also a great choice.