Moxies recently celebrated the launch of its latest location in Fort Lauderdale’s bustling Las Olas neighborhood. The brand has been in business for over 30 years, offering an upscale casual dining space with a blend of high-end design, uncompromising food and beverage items, and a friendly, energetic approach to hospitality.

Moxies’ modern American cuisine offers high-quality food and drinks made with fresh ingredients, all produced in-house. The 12,000-square-foot venue also offers flexible event options for parties and private dining. Its two-story building can accommodate more than 366 people, with indoor/outdoor bars featured on both levels. Design elements include lush indoor greenery, a faux vertical garden that anchors the grand dining room, whimsical wallpaper, neutral tones throughout and gold features, and an impressive floor-to-ceiling wine display. It also features more than 20 LED TVs in the lounge and bar area, which features creative cocktail and bar bites menus.

“We are so excited to add our new flagship Moxies location at The Main Las Olas,” Paul Randle says, president and CEO of Eatz Inc. and Franchise Owner. “We believe that this exceptional space will provide an interactive atmosphere, great food, drinks and hospitality for our guests. We can’t wait to become part of the Fort Lauderdale, Las Olas community.”

Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson will lead the Moxies’ Fort Lauderdale culinary program and curated a menu of artfully crafted, fresh flavors exclusive to Moxies. Diners can expect an extensive modern menu containing one-of-a-kind, crave-able dishes made in-house daily and exceptional cocktails.

Moxies’ globally-inspired menu includes Tuna Sushi Stack, with sushi grade tuna, seasoned rice, avocado, mango, soy ginger glaze, spicy mayo and seasoned prawn crackers; Salmon & Avocado Cobb Salad made with crisp Iceberg lettuce, bacon, soft-boiled egg, feta, ranch sun-dried tomato dressing and rustic croutons; Steak Bites, made with marinated sirloin and horseradish aioli; and Chipotle Mango Chicken with housemade chipotle seasoning, lemon quinoa, seasonal vegetables, avocado and salsa.

Daily Happy Hour runs from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. with the addition of half-priced bottles of wine on Wednesdays. Drink highlights will include the Fusion Fashioned, curated with Toki Japanese whisky, Knob Creek rye, cane syrup, double bitters, orange & lemon peels; Millionaire Margarita, prepared with Herradura Legend añejo, Grand Marnier Cuvée Louis Alexandre, organic agave and freshly pressed lime; and the Spicy Mango Margarita made with Ghost tequila, Reál mango and fresh lime juice.

Moxies is located at 201 E. Las Olas and SE 3rd Avenue on the ground level at the southwest corner. Hours of operation are Sunday to Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., Wednesday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. and Friday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. For more information, visit www.moxies.com.