Casablanca Cafe, American restaurant in Fort Lauderdale Beach, United States.
Casablanca Cafe occupies a two-story Mediterranean Revival building with arched openings, stucco walls, and round towers topped with conical roofs. The space includes both indoor and outdoor dining areas throughout the structure.
The building, known as Jova House, was constructed in 1927 by architect Francis L. Abreu for his grandfather and stands as the first house built on Fort Lauderdale Beach. This early construction makes it a landmark of the area's development.
The menu blends American fare with Mediterranean touches, featuring East Coast chowder, Moroccan lamb meatballs, and local fish preparations. These dishes reflect the building's coastal location and its mixed cultural influences.
The restaurant provides both indoor and outdoor seating options. Reservations are accepted for all meal services, and an 18% gratuity is automatically added to bills for groups of six or more.
During a 1993 renovation, original elements including a working fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, spiral staircase, and terrazzo floors were carefully preserved. These details maintain the building's original character and connect its residential past to its current use as a restaurant.
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