07/27/2022
Paul Lewis Werner and I are so proud to represent Kaluz in their expansion in South Florida. Their newest location in Plantation recently opened and we are looking throughout the Tri-County area for the next amazing location
What else is there to say about Kaluz restaurant? Since it opened back in 2013, at 3300 E.Commercial BL, Ft Lauderdale, there have been countless of most positive reviews posted everywhere, and each one was we’ll deserved, for sure. Owner and operator David Baldwin introduced a bold and refreshing new, modern, and avant-garde architectural presence in the premier American dining experience of Fort Lauderdale. Positioned directly on the exquisite stage of the Intracoastal at Commercial BLVD, the waterway setting is exceptional – but that’s only the first impression. Upon entering the restaurant, the complexion décor is retro of early 1960 NYC modern business buildings’ lobby designs with 2 giant high resin techno panels of amber and yellow colors hanging from the ceiling opening the mood for an airy, spacious and voluminous space under a 20-22’ tall ceiling. Behind the golden panels are a gigantic bar offering most delicious potions and a wide-open spotless kitchen for people to see that you can even eat off the floor (figure of speech, of course), and both are surrounded by dining boots—many people love to eat in that area because they feel the vibrance of the bar and the energy of kitchen. The focal point of the restaurant is divided in two parts: the indoor and outdoor dining areas. The indoor offers a comfortable air conditioning environment that is set along a maybe 60’ long floor-to-ceiling impact glass wall projecting an expansive vista of the Intracoastal bustling with recreational boats to mega yachts parading up and down. The outdoor is also an approximate 60’ long terrace running along the Intracoastal, ideal for October to May, but quite uncomfortable in the summer for most people; yet, many die-hard open-air people do eat outside under our scorching summer sun. And, if you really want to show-off and don’t want to use their complimentary car valet service, you can dock your dingy, or your yacht on Kaluz’s dock to dine in (I’m sure but I would guess that proper attire is required for both dining areas).
Now that you know about the alluring aesthetic of Kaluz, let’s talk about the main attraction: the FOOD. The phenomenal success of Kaluz is not accidental, or by chance. Prior to owning and opening Kaluz, Mr. Baldwin graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1987 with a BA in Hotel/Motel Administration/Management. His first major job was the kitchen manager at a Houstons restaurant for 6 years (1988-94). He joined a J. Alexander’s restaurant as a manager (1994-98). He is now the Operations Manager of Kansas Bar And Grill since 1998 – present, and, simultaneously, the Owner of Kaluz since 2012 - present. With all that experience from some of the most successful chain of restaurants behind him, Kaluz could not, and would not fail. Kaluz offers among the best quality of food in SOFLO from delicious appetizers including ceviche to flatbread, outstanding burgers and sandwiches, an array of dinner salads, a killer Danish BBQ ribs, meats that rival Capital Grill, and their signature Chilean Sea Bass and other outstanding fish dishes, and so much more. And, naturally, irresistible desserts.
(Information about Mr. Baldwin was pulled from Google search and from his LinkedIn page. Location of the restaurants where he previously worked were not disclosed. However, I assume they were all within SOFLO. There are 2 other fabulous locations: Wellington and Plantation). — at Kaluz Fort Lauderdale.
