Harry, sorry...I meant to answer your question re: Old Heidelburg & Shirttail Charlies. Yes, I have eaten at Old Heidelburg. The first time I ate there the food was very good...when I went again I wasn't impressed at all. Maybe they got a new chef, but I haven't been back since. I ate at Shirttail Charlies a long while ago...can't even remember what I had!

Great place to eat----Bungalow 9 - the big neon round ciruclar building on University near A1A- Great food and after 10 there is always entertainment. Staff's great too.

These posts are such great info. THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU!!!
What about CHRISTMAS DAY itself? Are there any places that do something really 'special'?

Sunniest, I just keep finding your posts. I looked in the phone book for "Bungalow 9" and didn't see anything listed. It might be a new restaurant, though. It peaked my curiosity when they said it was on University near A1A (the two roads are nowhere near each other and don't intersect.)

I don't go anywhere on Christmas Day, except when I need emergency supplies at the grocery store...LOL. You might want to call the hotel concierge and find out what they suggest for Christmas Day. Being a tourist area, I'm sure there will be things to do on Christmas Day. The malls won't be open, though. The Water Taxi/Bus will be running and just touring the area and walking down Las Olas Blvd daytime or nightime (it was beautiful this evening when I drove by) will keep you busy. Bars, restaurants, and some shopping along the beach will be prevalent. I spent Christmas in Key West a few years ago and was quite surprised so many places were open.

What dates will you be here? I'll scope out the local papers for you.

Heartburn I will be in the area DEC 22 for several days. THANKS.