Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 7:00 AM
| Monday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
Local time in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea: 11:32 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (954) 769-1764 to confirm.
Location & directions
4405 El Mar DriveLauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL 33308
About El Mar Cafe
El Mar Cafe is an American restaurant you'll find at 4405 El Mar Drive in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida. It is one of 15 places to eat and drink we list in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.
El Mar Cafe is open daily, 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
You can visit for dine-in.
You can reach the team at (954) 769-1764.
Quick facts
- Category
- American Restaurant
- Address
- 4405 El Mar Drive, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL 33308
- Phone
- (954) 769-1764
- Hours
- Open daily, 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 9 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for American restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared El Mar Cafe’s weekday schedule with 500 other American restaurants in Florida. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:00 AM, earlier than 70% of them (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 2:30 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 52.5 hours a week, 25 hours fewer than the local median of 77. 90% of American restaurants in Florida open on Sundays, and El Mar Cafe is one of them.
Compared with 500 other American restaurants in Florida that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for American restaurants in Florida
Based on 177 menus with 11,760 priced items from American restaurants in Florida, the median menu item costs $11.75, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $17.00.
We don’t have El Mar Cafe’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what American restaurants in Florida typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| French Fries | 25% | $4.99 |
| Caesar Salad | 24% | $10.49 |
| Onion Rings | 16% | $6.00 |
| Grilled Cheese | 15% | $8.95 |
| Greek Salad | 15% | $12.99 |
| Cheeseburger | 14% | $10.37 |
| Patty Melt | 14% | $13.00 |
| Blt | 14% | $12.50 |
Calculated from 177 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of El Mar Cafe there are 11 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 18 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (4), Bakeries & Desserts (3), Mexican & Tex-Mex (1), and Japanese & Sushi (1).
Competition is light: 1 other American restaurant is within a mile and 14 within three miles. The closest is First Watch, 0.5 mi away.
4 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- ItalianVinnie's< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodKeese's SIMPLY DELICIOUS< 0.1 mi
- SeafoodAnglins Beach Cafe< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeDr. Juice0.2 mi
- Japanese & SushiBenihana0.4 mi
What to expect at an American restaurant
American restaurants cover a lot of ground: the neighborhood diner with a counter and bottomless coffee, the family restaurant with a long laminated menu, the gastropub doing elevated comfort food, and the “New American” kitchen that builds a short seasonal menu around local farms. What ties them together is a menu built on familiar staples – burgers, sandwiches, salads, steaks, fried chicken and pasta – plus regional favorites that change as you cross the country.
What to order
- Cheeseburger – the benchmark dish; a good one tells you how seriously the kitchen takes its basics
- Chicken-fried steak or fried chicken – a comfort classic, especially in the South and Midwest
- Mac and cheese – often a house side that doubles as a main
- A regional specialty – look for anything named after the town or state on the menu
Good to know
- Portions are generous; sharing a starter or ordering a half portion is common and rarely frowned upon.
- Weekday lunch specials and early-bird dinners often cost noticeably less than the regular menu.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard across the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are El Mar Cafe's opening hours?
Open daily, 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Monday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
Is El Mar Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes, El Mar Cafe is open on Sundays: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
Where is El Mar Cafe located?
El Mar Cafe is located at 4405 El Mar Drive, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL 33308.
What is the phone number of El Mar Cafe?
You can call El Mar Cafe at (954) 769-1764.
Does El Mar Cafe offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for El Mar Cafe. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is El Mar Cafe open late?
No, El Mar Cafe usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near El Mar Cafe?
There are 18 other places to eat and drink within a mile of El Mar Cafe. Nearby options include Vinnie's (< 0.1 mi), Keese's SIMPLY DELICIOUS (< 0.1 mi), and Anglins Beach Cafe (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other American restaurants near El Mar Cafe?
1 other American restaurant within a mile. The closest is First Watch, 0.5 mi away.
How much do American restaurants in Florida cost?
Based on 177 menus with 11,760 priced items from American restaurants in Florida, the median menu item costs $11.75, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $17.00.
Nearby places
All in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
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