About lounge 14 Bar & Grill
Lounge 14 Bar & Grill is a Caribbean-inspired restaurant and nightlife destination where great food, great music, and great energy come together under one roof. Located in the heart of Okland Park, we offer the perfect blend of flavorful dining by day and a high-vibe lounge experience by night.
By day, Lounge 14 serves bold, authentic dishes with Haitian, Caribbean, and American influence . We provide comfort food with a twist, prepared with passion and cultural pride. Our space is family-friendly, community-centered, and designed for guests who want quality food, warm service, and a welcoming environment.
By night, the lights dim and the energy rises. Lounge 14 transforms into a vibrant lounge with DJs spinning Afrobeats, Caribbean, Hip Hop, R&B, and Latin rhythms. Whether you’re here for dinner, drinks, bottle service, or hookah, our nightlife experience is curated to make every guest feel elevated and alive.
We are more than a restaurant we’re a neighborhood gathering place. From weekly events and bottomless brunch to corporate lunch programs and community partnerships, Lounge 14 is committed to serving great flavor, unforgettable moments, and a space that feels like home.
At Lounge 14, every day brings a new reason to gather, celebrate, and vibe.
Philosophy
We believe in flavor that speaks, music that moves, and moments that stay with you long after the night ends.
We believe food is culture. Vibes are therapy. And community is everything.
At Lounge 14 Bar & Grill, we honor our Caribbean roots by seasoning boldly,
serving generously, and welcoming every guest like family.
Our kitchen is where tradition meets modern creativity.
Our lounge is where rhythm, laughter, and connection fill the room.
We exist to feed people mind, body, and spirit.
By day, we create comfort through dishes that feel like home.
By night, we create energy through DJs, drinks, and unforgettable experiences.
We champion diversity, culture, and authenticity.
We uplift our neighborhood and celebrate the people who walk through our doors.
We are the gathering place.
The meeting point. The weekend escape.
The weeknight reset. The moment you didn’t know you needed.
This is Lounge 14.
We curate vibes. We create memories. We bring people together.
Where flavor meets rhythm. Where culture meets community. Where every day is a reason to celebrate.
Our story
Lounge 14 Bar & Grill was created with a simple vision: a place where great food, great music, and great energy could live under one roof. What started as a neighborhood restaurant quickly evolved into a cultural hub, a destination where Fort Lauderdale’s diverse community comes together to eat, celebrate, and vibe.
Inspired by Caribbean flavors and the rhythm of the city, Lounge 14 blends traditional dishes with modern influences, bringing comfort and creativity to every plate. By day, we offer a warm, welcoming dining experience for families, professionals, and locals. By night, the lounge transforms where our DJs take over, lights shift, and the atmosphere becomes electric.
Our weekly programming, from taco nights to Latin dance classes, from all-night happy hour to our signature brunch, reflects our belief that food and music are universal languages. Lounge 14 is more than a bar and grill; it’s a community space, a cultural experience, and a celebration of the people who walk through our doors.
This is our story rooted in culture, powered by passion, and shared with everyone who joins us.
Mission Statement
At Lounge 14 Bar & Grill, our mission is to create a vibrant dining and nightlife experience that celebrates culture, community, and connection.
We bring people together through flavorful Caribbean-inspired cuisine, memorable entertainment, and genuine hospitality.
Offering a space where guests can eat, dance, unwind, and feel at home.
Our goal is to elevate everyday moments into unforgettable experiences, one plate, one song, and one vibe at a time.
lounge 14 Unveils a New Era of Food, Flavor & Nightlife in Fort Lauderdale
Lounge 14 Bar & Grill is excited to announce the launch of a refreshed brand experience that blends bold Caribbean-inspired flavors with high-energy nightlife vibes. With new weekly programming, signature brunch events, and upgraded entertainment, Lounge 14 is becoming the city’s go-to destination for food, culture, and celebration.
Guests can enjoy a full dining experience by day, then dance the night away as the lounge transforms with DJs spinning Afrobeats, Caribbean, R&B, Latin, and Top 40’s. From taco nights to Latin dance classes to bottomless brunch, Lounge 14 creates a place where every guest feels the rhythm and
energy of the community.
Lounge 14 Bar & Grill invites Fort Lauderdale locals and visitors to experience the new chapter—where flavor meets vibes, and every night feels like a celebration.
Values
Culture
We honor and elevate Caribbean culture through our food, music, and hospitality. Every dish and every event reflects who we are and where we come from.
Community
We believe in supporting the people and businesses around us. From corporate lunches to neighborhood mixers, Lounge 14 thrives when our community thrives.
Hospitality
Warm, genuine service is at the heart of everything we do. We greet every guest with respect, care, and the intention to make their experience memorable.
Flavor
Our food represents bold seasoning, creativity, and quality. We are committed to serving dishes that comfort, excite, and satisfy.
Experience
We curate moments. Whether it’s brunch, nightlife, or weekday dining, we aim to create an atmosphere that feels fun, elevated, and unforgettable.
Consistency
Great food, great service, great vibes every day, every night. We strive to deliver excellence with every experience.
Inclusivity
Lounge 14 is for everyone. We celebrate diversity and create a space where all guests feel welcome.
Welcome Letter From Our CEO
Welcome to Lounge 14 Bar & Grill
CEO - Lounge 14
When I created Lounge 14, I envisioned more than a restaurant or nightlife venue. I wanted to build a place where people could gather, feel at home, celebrate culture, and experience the energy that makes our community so special. Lounge 14 is the intersection of flavor, music, and connection a space inspired by Caribbean roots, city rhythm, and the joy of shared moments.
By day, we offer comfort and culture on every plate. By night, we transform into a vibrant lounge filled with music, dance, and unforgettable experiences. Our team works hard to ensure that every guest who walks through our doors feels welcomed, appreciated, and part of the Lounge 14 family.
We are committed to excellence in our food, our hospitality, our entertainment, and our role in the neighborhood we serve. From our corporate lunch programs to our community partnerships, we believe in giving back, uplifting local businesses, and creating opportunities for people to connect.
Thank you for choosing Lounge 14 as your destination to eat, vibe, and celebrate life. Whether you’re joining us for brunch, dinner, nightlife, or a special occasion, we are honored to serve you.
This is only the beginning of our journey, and we look forward to growing, evolving, and continuing to bring you experiences that feel authentic, flavorful, and unforgettable.
Welcome to the Lounge 14 experience.
Renata Ferraro
Executive Sous Chef, Food & Drink
With more than 25 years of diverse culinary experience, Executive Sous Chef Renata Ferraro brings passion, precision, and diversity to the kitchen at Michael’s Genuine. Her expertise spans Japanese and Italian cuisines, steakhouses, pizza, bakeries, and patisserie—reflecting a career shaped by curiosity and creativity.
A true culinary entrepreneur, Renata founded and operated the acclaimed bakery in Key Biscayne, Flour and Weirdoughs, earning recognition from the Food Network for her exceptional talent as both a chef and baker. She has opened restaurants across the U.S. and abroad, contributing to push the boundaries of flavor and creativity, driven by the joy of bringing people together through food.
For Renata, cooking is more than a profession—it’s a way to connect cultures and create memorable experiences. “What drives me as a chef is the opportunity to craft amazing moments for our guests while understanding the diverse cuisines and cultures this world has to offer.
Marlena Bella
Pastry Chef, Food & Drink
Pastry Chef Marlena Bella brings heart, family, and global inspiration to the dessert and pastry program at Michael’s Genuine. Marlena fell in love with baking as early as her childhood, where she was inspired by her mother and grandmother’s recipes and loved bringing people together through food.
A graduate of Johnson & Wales University with a degree in Baking & Pastry and Food Service Management, Marlena has worked in the food industry since high school. Her experience spans from restaurants, corporate kitchens, and artisan bakeries, where she has mastered everything from artisan breads to plant-based and gluten-free pastries.
Inspired by her travels and a deep love and dedication for the craft, Marlena’s approach is thoughtful, inventive, and rooted in flavor. “Joining the team at Michael’s Genuine has truly reignited my love for baking,” she says. “It feels like coming home.”