Funky Buddha Brewery
Oakland Park
Bar in Oakland Park, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Why go
Funky Buddha Brewery is the practical Oakland Park pick for casual groups, birthdays, and low-pressure meetups. Choose it when the brief is beer, space, and easy conversation rather than a polished date-night meal or chef-led dining experience.
About Funky Buddha Brewery
Funky Buddha Brewery is a casual venue in Oakland Park with broad weekly hours. Its schedule runs from late morning into the evening daily, with later closing times on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Use the basics to decide whether it fits the plan: the dress code is casual, and the hours make it a flexible Oakland Park option across weekdays and weekends. If you are comparing nearby choices, you can also look at Bulegreen Cafe Yard or browse broader Oakland Park dining and bar options.
Choose it when casual is the brief
The casual dress code makes Funky Buddha Brewery easier to frame for a relaxed outing than for an occasion that requires a more formal setting.
For diners comparing across Oakland Park, start with Our full Oakland Park restaurants guide if a meal is the anchor, and use Our full Oakland Park bars guide if the setting is the real brief.
Plan the night around the hours
Funky Buddha Brewery is listed as open Monday through Wednesday from 11:30 AM to 10 PM, Thursday from 11:30 AM to 11 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:30 AM to 12 AM, and Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM.
For broader cross-shopping, compare Funky Buddha Brewery with other named options such as Cafe Martorano, Rainbow Palace, Rosie's Bar & Grill, or The Etna Rosso Ristorante, or browse other dining in Oakland Park more generally.
Planning details
- Location
- 1201 NE 38th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- funkybuddha.com
- Phone
- +1 954 440 0046
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Funky Buddha presents as a production-centered taproom where the brewery itself sets the tone. The writing positions the space less as a crafted room and more as a working facility with a taplist that does the talking: a feel that skews industrial and straightforward. There’s an emphasis on the beer program rather than decorative or cocktail-focused flourishes, so the environment reads as relaxed and unpretentious: practical seating, functional design, and an atmosphere built around taste and release cadence instead of design theatrics. It appeals to visitors who come for the brewing pedigree rather than the décor.
Best For
This brewery is best for beer-minded visitors and groups who prioritize the liquid over ambiance. It appeals to people who follow regional releases, seasonal batches, and brewery-driven programs. It’s a natural stop for after-work crowds looking for approachable beer, for friend groups coordinating a casual outing, and for anyone who treats craft brewing as a technical discipline worth following. It’s less suited to those seeking cocktail-forward, design-centric nightlife experiences.
Ordering Tips
Order with the program in mind: the piece stresses seasonal and limited releases as meaningful signals of a brewery’s strength. Ask the staff about current seasonals and any limited or distributed releases: the taproom is an extension of production, so what’s on tap reflects the brewery’s priorities. Expect beer-first recommendations rather than cocktail suggestions, and look for beers that have regional recognition or limited-run demand, which the narrative identifies as credentialing signals in American craft brewing.
Venue details
Ambiance
Spacious and casual with a lively, friendly atmosphere featuring an outdoor patio, ideal for beer enthusiasts and sports fans amid cheering and energetic vibes.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Beer Bar
- Music
- Live Music
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Jam Session
- Watermelon Goddess
- Maple Bacon Old Fashioned
- No Crusts
- Hop Gun IPA
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1201 NE 38th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
Planning details
Location
1201 NE 38th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Bulegreen Cafe Yard, Notable alternative
- Rosie's Bar & Grill, Notable alternative
- Rainbow Palace, Notable alternative
- Cafe Martorano, Notable alternative
- The Etna Rosso Ristorante, Notable alternative
Bar context
How It Compares
Funky Buddha Brewery is the easier group call in Oakland Park when the priority is a casual drinks-led setting. Bulegreen Cafe Yard reads better for a smaller, more cafe-like plan, while the brewery format is more forgiving for four or more people.
Against Rosie's Bar & Grill and Rainbow Palace, the choice comes down to occasion. Pick Funky Buddha Brewery for a relaxed beer-focused hangout; pick the others when the meal itself needs to carry the night.
Cafe Martorano and The Etna Rosso Ristorante make more sense for a composed dinner or date-night framing. Funky Buddha Brewery is the lower-pressure option when booking ease, group flexibility, and an informal room matter more than a restaurant-style experience.
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Compare Funky Buddha Brewery
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Funky Buddha Brewery | Oakland Park | No published awards |
| Bulegreen Cafe Yard | Oakland Park | No published awards |
| Rosie's Bar & Grill | Wilton Manors | No published awards |
| Rainbow Palace | Fort Lauderdale | No published awards |
| Cafe Martorano | Fort Lauderdale | No published awards |
| The Etna Rosso Ristorante | Fort Lauderdale | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at Funky Buddha Brewery?
The venue's dress code is casual, and its hours extend into the evening throughout the week.
Is the food good at Funky Buddha Brewery?
If food is the priority, compare current menu information for Funky Buddha Brewery with other options such as Cafe Martorano or The Etna Rosso Ristorante.
Is Funky Buddha Brewery good for a date?
It may fit if you want a casual Oakland Park setting, but date-night fit depends on current atmosphere, seating, and menu details.
What's the best time to go to Funky Buddha Brewery?
Use the hours to plan: Monday-Wednesday 11:30 AM-10 PM, Thursday 11:30 AM-11 PM, Friday-Saturday 11:30 AM-12 AM, and Sunday 11 AM-9 PM.
