The Cook and The Cork

4.7

1188 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions

We are a chef-owned restaurant that explores American and global flavors. Expect an awesome dinner of sharing plates, incredible cocktails, an award winning wine list and rockin' tunes! A mural wall by graffiti artist iSurge, lush tropical greenery and an herb garden helps set the mood on our outdoor patio. Recipients of consecutive Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence since opening for 10 years straight, and a DiRona Fine Dining Award recipient since 2016.
The menu changes slightly with every season, and the wine, sake, and beer list is always evolving and growing.
The Cook and The Cork does not want to be considered fine-dining, but we take food and drink seriously. Our goal is to have all our guests be a part of the fun, and to share the love we have for the restaurant, food, and staff. Private and large parties accommodated, please contact directly: info@thecookandcork.com or call 954-227-2665

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Global, International
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(954) 227-2665
Website
http://www.thecookandthecork.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Keith Blauschild, CEC
Catering
The Cook and The Cork is actually the spin-off of Parkland Chef Catering. For fifteen years, we've been South Florida's premier full service catering company. We take our show on the road to cater for social and corporate clients from Miami to Palm Beach.
Private party facilities
The Cook and the Cork is only open from Wednesday through Saturdays for dinner. The restaurant is available for private use any other time. Our outdoor patio is a cool place for a casual, kicked-back themed event. We can accommodate up to 80 guests throughout the facility. We've had kitchen parties, backyard parties, elegant sit-down dinners, baby showers, birthday parties, sales meetings, to name a few.

Location
9890 West Sample Road, Coral Springs, FL 33065
Area
Coral Springs
Cross Street
Sample Road between University & Coral Springs Drive
Parking details
The Cook and The Cork is a free-standing building with a private parking lot. There is also ample city parking available.
Public transit
Sample Road & 99th Way. or Sample Road & University. 4 minutes from the Performing Arts Center, 3 minutes from the Hospital. 2 minutes from City Hall.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Experiences

New Year's Eve
US$166.00 per person
31 Dec 2024 only
We invite you to celebrate the start of a new year with a menu that's not just delicious, but also infused with good fortune! 7 courses, inspired by traditions from around the world, designed to bring you luck, prosperity, and good health in the coming year. Our menu is a culinary journey that combines flavor with folklore. Join us as we ring in the new year with a feast that's as satisfying as it is symbolic. Menu is on our website. 7 courses $166 plus tax & gratuity. Between 5 & 6pm a 3 course menu is available, $90. pp plus tax & gratuity

Popular dishes

Charcuterie & CheeseUS$28.00
Pork & Pistacchio Terrine Chicken Liver Paté Smoked Prosciutto Double Cream French Brie 12 Month Aged Dutch Gouda Grain Mustard, Fruit Jam Spiced Nuts, Toast
OctopusUS$25.00
Braised with Fennel & Paprika Chipotle Aioli Crisp Fingerling Potatoes Pickled Red Onion
Tempura ShrimpUS$17.00
Sweet Chili Glaze, Honey Wasabi, Asian Slaw
Osetra CaviarUS$65.00
20g jar of Osetra Caviar, House Made Chips, Lemon Creme Fraiche
Crawfish & Shrimp CakesUS$18.00
Creole Remoulade, Pickled Swamp Cabbage (hearts of palm)
Spare RibsUS$16.00
Braised in Pear Juice, Korean BBQ Sauce, Cucumber Kimchee
PEI MusselsUS$20.00
Fine Herbs, Garlic White Wine & Pernod Sauce, Focaccia
Tuna Crispy RiceUS$23.00
Spicy Tuna served over Crispy Sushi Rice Soy & Wasabi Glaze
PierogiesUS$15.00
Potato & White Cheddar, Lightly Browned Onions, Applesauce & Sour Cream
Chilled Roasted BeetsUS$13.00
Goat Cheese, Candied Walnuts, White Balsamic-Apple Dressing
Edamame SuccotashUS$15.00
Parchment MushroomsUS$17.00
Shiitake, Oyster & Cremini Steamed With Miso, Yuzu & Sake
Roasted CauliflowerUS$16.00
served with Curried Yogurt Dip
Bok ChoyUS$10.00
Honey Miso Glaze

Entrées

Tamari-Honey Glazed Short RibUS$38.00
Wasabi Mashed Potatoes Cranberry Mostarda
Pappardelle BologneseUS$28.00
Mishima Reserve Wagyu Basil-Infused Ricotta, Roasted Garlic Ciabatta
Grilled Heritage Pork ChopUS$36.00
Crispy Potatoes, Sweet Onions, Pineapple-Chipotle Relish
KFC (Korean Fried Chicken)US$28.00
Organic Boneless Breast & Thigh, Wasabi Mashed Potatoes, Cucumber Kimchee, Asian Slaw
Dry -Aged Prime NY StripUS$50.00
Warm Mushroom-Horseradish Salad C&C Steak Sauce Cut to order, $5. per oz. (10 oz minimum)
Seared Salmon with ShrimpUS$35.00
Bok Choy & Shitake Dashi Seafood Broth
Thursday BurgerUS$19.00
Akaushi Beef, Cheddar Cheese, Burnt Onions. Thursdays only. Served a'la carte
Braised Lamb ShankUS$38.00
Cheddar Grits, Edamame Succotash
Vegetarian Rice "Gnocchi"US$24.00
Stir Fried Vegetables, Thai Basil Sauce

What 1,188 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Fort Lauderdale West
Great for fine wines

Review summary

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The Cook and The Cork offers an intimate dining experience with "exceptional food" and "great service." Guests rave about the "chef inspired" menu featuring dishes like Korean Fried Chicken and oxtail ravioli. The ambiance is cozy yet lively, though some find it "noisy." Perfect for those seeking unique, quality cuisine.

1,188 Reviews

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simone
VIP
Fort Lauderdale
197 reviews
5.0
197 reviews
Dined on 20 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food as always with excellent service. Love the Korean ribs and the pork chops. Chris was great.
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David
Fort Lauderdale
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was awesome, service was fast!
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Tom
VIP
Tampa
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely fantastic!!! In an industry where mediocrity is passed off as excellence it is wonderful to have a place where true excellence has collided with passion and creativity !!! What a joy!!!
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BarryG
New York City
45 reviews
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Cook and the Cork is an interesting establishment. The menu is decidedly chef driven. But the ambience is that of a cozy , eclectic neighborhood haunt. We adore the outdoor seating, which allows the diner to think they are in an island setting and forget they are steps away from a paved parking lot in a strip shopping center. We have had successful meals consisting of an assortment of appetizers and entrees. Last night included the crispy beef "cigars" with Thai chili dip appetizer, followed by the braised lamb shank. Both were unsurprisingly wonderful. Don't forget to cap off your evening with the Key Lime pie.
The Cook and The CorkResponded on 27 November 2024
Thanks so much Barry! We look forward to seeing you again!
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Steven
Charleston
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was very tasty but the portions were small to medium in size for the price. We were seated outside in a narrow pathway so there was a lot of foot traffic by our table which interrupted the discussions and the peacefulness of the meal. Our server, Chris, was very friendly and efficient.
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Jeffrey
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Server was not entirely attentive sitting on the patio. Hard to get his attention to reasonably timely take our drink order, app order, dinner and dessert. Etc.
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Susan
VIP
Fort Lauderdale
268 reviews
5.0
268 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Scallion pancakes were exceptional. The pan-roasted branzino was perfectly seasoned with perfect texture and temperature, and maybe the best fish we’ve had at this restaurant. The butternut purée was delicious.
The Cook and The CorkResponded on 27 November 2024
Thanks so much! We look forward to seeing you again!
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Danielle
VIP
Fort Lauderdale
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great food. Stone crabs were reasonably priced at $17 a claw
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Jorge
VIP
New Mexico
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Comfortable, eclectic and warm ambience - such a great find for someone who wants to avoid BIG corporate chain restaurants. This place is well run and service is attentive. A great variety of small plates / tapas style with generous portions AND large entrees. You can tell how hard the staff works from the chef to the servers and great drinks too! There are daily special’s and seasonal dishes. I give the food a 4 ONLY bc I’m comparing it to the BEST restaurants which are more expensive. This is a great date place, or small groups. We will dine here more frequently for sure !
The Cook and The CorkResponded on 27 November 2024
Thanks so much! We look forward to seeing you again!
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Valerie
VIP
Atlanta Metro
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My experience at The Cook and Cork was such that I wrote this review within hours after my dining experience. I wished that I had taken pictures. I am a light eater, and organic,who loves seafood; good, quality seafood. We decided to get 4 starters and one entree, all to share. Starters requested to come out first were the mussels and octopus to be followed by the shrimp tempura and short ribs with the KFC, Korean Fried Chicken, lol. Our experience with the PEI mussels was incredible. Recommed you ask for the extra bread right away, don't wait. The sauce that the mussels come in is to die for; sop your bread in over and over, we want more. I don't know if my meal would have been the same if the food order was different, but the mussels were so good, you don't remember anything else. Finished with the vanilla creme brulee and expresso. All in all, this was a great dining experience. I will try it again with another group of friends and see. 😊 Overall, I highly recommend...
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The Cook and The Cork offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (954) 227-2665.

The Cook and The Cork is rated 4.7 stars by 1188 OpenTable diners.