Rhythm & Vine
Downtown, Fort Lauderdale
Bar in Fort Lauderdale, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Rhythm & Vine is a practical Fort Lauderdale pick for group drinks, late-night energy, flexible plans rather than a food-first reservation. Choose it when the group wants a social bar setting with room for timing shifts; cross-shop The Katherine Restaurant for dinner or No Man's Land Cocktail Parlor & Eatery for a more cocktail-focused night.
About Rhythm & Vine
Should you go to Rhythm & Vine in Fort Lauderdale? Consider it if it fits your night: it is a casual venue with evening and late-night hours from Wednesday through Sunday, it is closed Monday and Tuesday.
Rhythm & Vine opens at 5 PM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday; 4 PM on Saturday; and 2 PM on Sunday. Closing times run as late as midnight on Wednesday, 2 AM on Thursday, 3 AM on Friday and Saturday, 11 PM on Sunday.
Better for an evening or late-night plan than a daytime stop
Rhythm & Vine is not a Monday or Tuesday option, it does not offer lunch service. Plan around evening service on Wednesday through Friday, a later Saturday opening than Sunday, the latest closing times on Friday and Saturday.
If your plan depends on a specific meal style, menu, price structure, seating setup, or service format, Rhythm & Vine does not provide those details. For a food-first plan, compare your options with The Katherine Restaurant, Shuck N Dive, Sushi-One, or Wan's. For another night-out option, No Man's Land Cocktail Parlor & Eatery may also be worth comparing.
How to use it in a Fort Lauderdale night
Use Rhythm & Vine as a Fort Lauderdale option when casual dress and the posted evening-to-late-night schedule fit your plans. For a wider scan, use Pearl's Fort Lauderdale bars guide or, if the night needs a dining anchor first, Pearl's Fort Lauderdale restaurants guide.
The decision is simple: choose it when its hours line up with your timing, especially later in the week. Look elsewhere if you need details on cuisine, menu, pricing, reservations, seating, or other service specifics before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- 401 NE 5th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
- Website
- rhythm-vine.com
- Phone
- +1 954 868 4351
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Rhythm & Vine presents itself as a considered, resident-focused drinking room that deliberately resists Fort Lauderdale's louder waterfront theatrics. The interior prioritizes containment and acoustic control, with seating designed to encourage lingering rather than rapid turnover. Wine is framed as the anchor product, while rhythm-led programming — live music and similar events — layers an energetic, intimate atmosphere on top of the wine-bar structure. The result reads as a sophisticated neighborhood spot: not ostentatious, but intentionally curated for people who value mood, sound management, and longer, more deliberate evenings.
Best For
This is a bar that suits locals and creative-industry diners looking for a quieter alternative to the city's tourist-facing waterfronts. It's well matched to after-work drinks, a relaxed date night, or late-evening outings where wine and curated programming matter as much as volume. Programming-forward nights with live music make it a draw for people who want an experiential layer without the high-decibel, high-throughput energy of spring-break–style venues. The format encourages staying, so it's best for guests planning to linger rather than treat it as a quick stop.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the venue's wine focus and the evenings built around rhythm-led programming: order by the bottle or a thoughtfully chosen glass selection and time your visit for a night with live music or events. Because the space emphasizes acoustic management and lingering, expect service and pacing that favor a relaxed, seated experience rather than fast turnover. Avoid assuming the high-volume bar model; instead plan to arrive ready to sit, listen, and enjoy a measured, wine-centered evening.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed, intimate outdoor space with lush greenery, cozy indoor lounge, and chill vibes.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
Accessibility
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Beer Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Chill House, Indie
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Coco OG
- Cuban Chica
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If Rhythm & Vine is not the right fit
Pick The Katherine Restaurant if the group needs dinner to be the anchor. Pick No Man's Land Cocktail Parlor & Eatery if the plan is still drinks-led but wants a more cocktail-specific room.
Bar context
How Rhythm & Vine compares in Fort Lauderdale
Rhythm & Vine is the group-friendly, drinks-led option in this set. Compared with The Katherine Restaurant, it is less of a dinner commitment and more useful when timing is loose. Choose The Katherine when food is the reason for the booking; choose Rhythm & Vine when the group wants a social bar stop with less structure.
No Man's Land Cocktail Parlor & Eatery is the closer comparison for a cocktail-driven night, especially if the group wants a more defined cocktail-parlor feel. Shuck N Dive reads as the more casual food-and-drink alternative, while Sushi-One and Wan's make more sense when the night needs a clearer restaurant identity.
For ease, Rhythm & Vine is the safer pick when a group is still forming plans. For a tighter dinner brief, look elsewhere in the set; for ambiance and late-evening flexibility, it earns the recommendation.
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Compare Rhythm & Vine
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Rhythm & Vine | Fort Lauderdale | No published awards |
| Sushi-One | Fort Lauderdale | No published awards |
| Shuck N Dive | Fort Lauderdale | No published awards |
| Wan's | Fort Lauderdale | No published awards |
| No Man's Land Cocktail Parlor & Eatery | Fort Lauderdale | No published awards |
| The Katherine Restaurant | Fort Lauderdale | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at Rhythm & Vine?
Reservation details are not available. If timing matters, especially on later-closing nights such as Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, check directly with Rhythm & Vine before you go.
Is Rhythm & Vine open late?
Yes. It is open Wednesday from 5 PM to 12 AM, Thursday from 5 PM to 2 AM, Friday from 5 PM to 3 AM, Saturday from 4 PM to 3 AM, Sunday from 2 PM to 11 PM. Rhythm & Vine is closed Monday and Tuesday.
Is Rhythm & Vine good for groups?
Group-specific details are not available. Rhythm & Vine is casual and operates evening to late-night hours Wednesday through Sunday.
Is the food good at Rhythm & Vine?
Food, cuisine, menu, pricing details are not available. If your plan needs a food-first choice, compare Rhythm & Vine with options such as Shuck N Dive, The Katherine Restaurant, Sushi-One, or Wan's before deciding.
Is Rhythm & Vine good for a date?
It may fit a casual date if the posted hours work for your timing, but date-specific atmosphere details are not available. The dress code is casual.
