Royal Pig Pub reopens with new menu
The popular Royal Pig Pub& Kitchen on downtown Fort Lauderdale’s bustling Las Olas Boulevard reopened quietly lastweek, after more than six months shuttered byCOVID restrictions.
Best known for its elegant cathedral-like ceiling, elevated pub fare, cocktails and brunch on a patio surrounded by residential and commercial towers, the restaurant has returned with limited hours, reservation-only seating and a new menu.
News of the long-awaited reopeningwas not trumpeted with an advance publicity campaign and a series of shout-outs to Facebook friends, but on the down-lowwith a spare panel posted Sept. 30 on Instagram, just hours before doorswere scheduled to open. It followed a softopening event at the restaurant the night before.
“We are so excited to be open once again and with a brand new menu!” the Instagram post said.
Management at the restaurant declined to respond to requests seeking details.
Many South Florida restaurant owners and staff have been uncharacteristically reluctant to get specific on reopening plans, and given the confusion over local COVID rules and capacity concerns, it’s hard to blame them.
The Royal Pig Pub is open 5-10 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, with indoor and outdoor seating. Reservations can be booked at reservations@royalpigpub.comand in the bio on the Royal Pig Pub Instagram.
The image on Instagramincludes icons that suggest COVID safety rules, including masks and 6 feet of social distancing, will be enforced. Visit RoyalPigPub.com.