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The Federal, Fort Lauderdale

The Federal Fort Lauderdale Menu & Prices

· 800 Ne 8Th St · restaurant

Dine Out Lauderdale, All Day, The Brunch Club, Kid’s Corner, Drinks. 145 items read from The Federal's own menu. Menu reviewed September 2026. Signature plates: Cali Burger $17, Crispy Mac & Cheese Bombs $10, The Federal Breakfast $14.

The Federal Dine Out Lauderdale Menu

Fort Lauderdale · 8 items

Appetizer

  • Spinach & Artichoke DIP

    Served with Tortilla Chips & Pico

  • Chicken Tenders

    Three House-Battered Fingers, Dipping Sauce TRY ‘EM LOADED +7 Buffalo Style, Bacon Crumbles, Blue Cheese Drizzle, Scallions, Served Over Fries

Entrée

  • Buffalo Chicken Salad

    Spring Mix, Chopped Crispy BuffaloChicken, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Avocado, Pickled Red Onion, Baby Heirloom Tomato, Cucumber, Cornbread Croutons, Blue Cheese Dressing

  • Draft Burger

    Triple Smash Patties, American Cheese, Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Bacon, BBQ Sauce, Fried Onion Ring, Brioche Bun

  • Bibimbap Bowl

    Shaved Ribeye, Fried Egg, Kimchi, Gochujang Cucumber, Togarashi, Scallions

Dessert see more dessert in Fort Lauderdale

  • S’mores dip

    Melted Milk Chocolate Topped with Toasted Marshmallow, Served with Graham Crackers for Dipping

  • Mama’s KEY Lime PIE

    Graham Cracker Crust, Toasted Meringue, Lime Zest

  • Affogato

    Wells Coffee Espresso, Vanilla Ice Cream Make it Martini +5 Vodka, Borghetti Espresso Liqueur

The Federal Menu

Fort Lauderdale · 52 items

Appetizers

  • Roasted Red Pepper Hummus$14

    Crispy Chickpeas, Cucumber, Feta, Garlic Oil, Grilled Pita

  • Tuna Stack$18

    Hand-Cut Ahi Tuna, Avocado, Cucumber, Pickled Red Onion, Radish, Tobiko, Sweet Soy, Ponzu, Served with Wonton Chips

  • Buffalo Chicken Dip$15

    Shredded Chicken, Cream Cheese, Housemade Buffalo Sauce, Chives, Tortilla Chips, Carrot, Celery

  • Spinach & Artichoke Dip$16

    Served with Tortilla Chips & Pico De Gallo

  • Fried Pickles$10

    Battered Pickle Chips, Federal Sauce

  • Crispy Mac & Cheese Bombs$10

    Golden Fried Creamy Mac & Cheese Balls, Housemade Marinara, Truffle Aioli

  • The Federal Sliders$12

    American Cheese, Federal Sauce, Brioche Bun

  • Steak Skewers$18

    Marinated Flank Steak, Red Pepper, Red Onion, Arugula & Tomato Salad

  • Chicken Tenders$15

    Five House-Battered Fingers, Dipping Sauce

  • Chicken Wings$15

    Six Crispy Wings, Carrot, Celery

  • Loaded Baked Potato$10

    Stuffed with Butter, Bacon Crumbles, Queso, Sour Cream, Chives

  • Loaded Tenders$18

    Chopped Crispy Buffalo Chicken Tenders, Blue Cheese Drizzle, Bacon Crumbles, Scallions, Served Over Fries

  • Loaded Fries$12

    Queso, Crema, Bacon Crumbles, Scallions

  • Loaded Nachos$16

    Tortilla Chips, Cheddar Cheese, Queso, Guacamole, Pico De Gallo, Cumin Black Beans, Jalapeño, Sour Cream Drizzle

Salads see more salad in Fort Lauderdale

  • Add On$6
  • House Salad$15

    Romaine Lettuce & Spring Mix, Bacon, Baby Heirloom Tomato, Cucumber, Carrot, Cheddar Cheese, Cornbread Croutons

  • Caesar Salad$16

    Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese, Cornbread Croutons

  • Cobb Salad$21

    Spring Mix, Grilled Chicken, Egg, Avocado, Baby Heirloom Tomato, Bacon, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Green Goddess Dressing

  • Buffalo Chicken Salad$22

    Spring Mix, Chopped Crispy Buffalo Chicken Tenders, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Avocado, Baby Heirloom Tomato, Cucumber Pickled Red Onion, Cornbread Croutons, Blue Cheese Dressing

Handhelds

  • Chicken Sandwich$16

    Grilled or Crispy, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Blue Cheese Dressing, Brioche Bun

  • Cali Burger$17

    Turkey Burger, Pepper Jack Cheese, Onion, Avocado, Habanero Aioli, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun

  • The Federal Burger$16

    Double Smash Patties, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, American Cheese, Federal Sauce, Brioche Bun

  • Turkey Club$18

    Thick-Sliced Turkey, Bacon, Arugula, Avocado, Swiss, Tomato, Herb Aioli, Grilled Challah

  • Draft Burger$19

    Triple Smash Patties, American Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Pepper Jack Cheese, Bacon, Fried Onion Ring, BBQ Sauce, Brioche Bun

  • Puck Off$18

    Double Smash Patties, Bacon, Rests In Ooey-Gooey Queso That Doubles As A Dip For Your Fries

  • Mahi Sandwich$19

    Grilled or Blackened, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Cajun Remoulade, Brioche Bun

  • Lobster Roll$32

    Warm Lobster, Beurre Blanc, Lemon Aioli, Brioche Roll

  • Steak Sandwich$22

    Shaved Ribeye, Caramelized & Crispy Onions, Provolone, Horseradish Aioli, Brioche Roll

Mains

  • Harvest Bowl$16

    Quinoa, Roasted Sweet Potato, Broccolini, Crispy Chickpea, Pickles Red Onion, Chipotle Agave Vinaigrette

  • Poke Bowl$18

    Hand-Cut Ahi Tuna, Rice, Edamame, Scallion, Baby Heirloom Tomato, Avocado, Seaweed Salad, Sriracha Sauce or Ponzu

  • Bibimbap Bowl$22

    Shaved Ribeye, Fried Egg, Rice, Kimchi, Gochujang Cucumber, Togarashi, Scallions

  • Red Curry Meatballs$19

    Housemade Beef Meatballs, Red Curry Coconut Sauce, Sushi Rice, Roasted Red Pepper, Parsley, Sesame Seeds

  • Cajun Chicken Alfredo$22

    Fettuccine Pasta, Cajun Chicken, Baby Heirloom Tomato, Chives, Creamy Alfredo Sauce

  • Pan-Seared Salmon$26

    Lemon Garlic Caper Butter, Broccolini, Yukon Mash

  • Mushroom Risotto$18

    Arborio Rice, Baby Bella Mushrooms, Spinach, Aged Parmesan

  • Steak Frites$30

    Marinated Flank Steak, Chimichurri, Maldon Salt, Fries

  • Oven Baked Bolognese$20

    Cavatappi Pasta, Beef Bolognese Sauce, Mozzarella, Bacon Crumble, Basil

Sides

  • Fries$7
  • Truffle Fries$10
  • Onion Rings$7
  • Jalapeno Slaw$6
  • Caesar Salad$7
  • House Salad$7
  • Broccolini$8
  • Mac & Cheese$8
  • Mashed Potatoes$8

Sweets

  • Mama's Cheesecake

    Graham Cracker Crust, Wild Berry Compote Mint

  • Brownie Skillet

    Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

  • Cast Iron Cookie

    Chocolate Chip Cookie, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Magic Shell Chocolate Sauce

  • S'Mores Dip

    Melted Milk Chocolate, Toasted Marshmallow, Graham Crackers

  • The Federal Sundae

    Two Scoops Vanilla Ice Cream, Brownie Chunks, Whipped Cream, Chocolate Sauce, Sprinkles

  • Affogato

    Wells Coffee Espresso, Vanilla Ice Cream

The Federal The Brunch Club Menu

Fort Lauderdale · 21 items

Pinkies Up

  • The Fed’s Aperol Spritz

    aperol, chinola passion fruit liqueur, prosecco, mint

  • Limoncello Spritz

    limoncello, prosecco, mint

  • Hugo Spritz

    st. germain elderflower liqueur, prosecco, club soda, mint

  • Watermelon Sangria

    grey goose watermelon & basil essences, watermelon, fresh lemon, rosé wine

The Usual Suspects

  • Federal Michelada$10

    beer, bloody mary mix, chamoy, tajin, pickled vegetables

  • Breakfast Shot$11

    jameson irish whiskey, butterscotch, orange juice, bacon

Grub

  • The Federal Breakfast$14

    choice of bacon or sausage, 2 eggs, fingerling potatoes, toast

  • Avocado Toast$14

    avocado, cherry tomatoes, pesto, feta cheese, balsamic glaze

  • Huevos Rancheros$16

    3 eggs, ranchero sauce, avocado, refried black beans, pico de gallo, corn tortillas

  • Brunch Burger$19

    8 oz short rib blend, bacon, egg, avocado, brioche bun, served with fries

  • Egg Sammy$12

    soft scrambled eggs, bacon, caramelized onions, chipotle emulsion, brioche bun

  • Guava & Cheese Pancakes$14

    buttermilk pancakes, cream cheese frosting, guava syrup, goya maria cookies

Sides

  • Bacon$6
  • Sausage$8
  • Sourdough Toast$3
  • fingerling Potatoes$5
  • 2 Eggs$4
  • Avocado$6
  • Tomato$6
  • House Salad$6
  • Seasonal Fruit$6

The Federal Kid’s Corner Menu

Fort Lauderdale · 9 items

The Kid's Menu

  • Organic Chicken Tenders & Fries
  • Grilled Cheese & Fries
  • Kid's Cheese Burger & Fries
  • Cheese Pizza
  • Kid's Mac & Cheese
  • Pasta & Butter

Sweets

  • Hot Cocoa & Mini Marshmallows
  • Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Sorbet Of The Day

The Federal Drinks Menu

Fort Lauderdale · 55 items

Cocktails see more cocktails in Fort Lauderdale

  • Dulce De Leche Espresso Martini$16

    New Amsterdam Vodka, Dulce De Leche, Kahlua Coffee Liqueur, Espresso, Churro Donut

  • Limoncello Mule$14

    Grey Goose Le Citron Vodka, Ginger Beer, Housemade Limoncello Cordial, Fresh Lemon, Mint

  • Something About Mary$14

    Grey Goose Vodka, Pickled Vegetables, Natural Blonde Bloody Mary Mix, Tajín Rim

  • The Patriot$15

    Bacon Fat Washed Jefferson’s Straight Bourbon, Peanut Butter Whiskey, PX Sherry, Maple, Chocolate Bitters

  • White Mezcal Negroni$15

    Ilegal Mezcal, Lillet Blanc, Suze, Grapefruit

  • Fed Up$14

    Tanqueray Gin, Snap Pea, Cucumber, Ginger, Fresh Lime, Cracked Black Pepper

  • On Holiday$15

    Cazadores Blanco Tequila, Tangerine, Chipotle, Elote Liqueur, Fresh Lime, Agave

  • My Girl$16

    Patrón Reposado Tequila, Passion Fruit, Vanilla Infused Agave, Fresh Lime, Hibiscus

  • Hat Trick

    Three Shots Of Your Choice Served On A Vintage Hockey Stick

Mocktails

  • Spice & Everything Nice$9

    Grapefruit Soda, Chipotle Infused Agave, Fresh Lime

  • Free Spirited$9

    Tangerine, Beet Juice, Fresh Lime, Ginger

Beer see more beer in Fort Lauderdale

  • Draft
  • Coors Light American Lager$6
  • Yuengling Traditional Lager$6
  • Yuengling Flight$6
  • Funky Buddha Floridian Hefeweizen$6
  • Funky Buddha Hop Gun IPA$7
  • Modelo Mexican Pilsner$7
  • New Belgium Fat Tire Amber Ale$7
  • Voodoo Ranger Rotating Seasonal$8
  • Bottles
  • Yuengling Lager$6
  • Peroni 0.0 Non-Alcoholic$6
  • Peroni Pilsner$7
  • Corona Non-Alcoholic$6
  • Corona Mexican Lager$7
  • Blue Moon Belgian White$7
  • Voodoo Ranger IPA$7
  • Guinness$8
  • Rotating Seasonal$8
  • Seltzer & More
  • Surfside$9

    Raspberry Lemonade | Lemonade | Iced Tea + Lemonade

  • White Claw Seltzer$9

    Black Cherry | Mango | Watermelon

  • Southside Gin Cocktail$8
  • Fever Tree Sodas$5

    Grapefruit | Ginger Beer

  • Celsius$6
  • Alani Nu$6

Wine see more wine in Fort Lauderdale

  • Blush & Bubbles
  • The Pale by Sacha Lichine, Rosé$11
  • La Marca Prosecco, Veneto, IT$12
  • Chateau D’Esclans “Whispering Angel” Rosé, Provence, FR$16
  • GH Mumm Grand Cordon Champagne Brut, FR$80
  • GH Mumm Grand Cordon Champagne Brut Rosé$80
  • Moët Chandon Imperial Brut, Champagne, FR$21
  • Moët Chandon Imperial Brut Rosé, Champagne, FR$24
  • Red
  • Kenwood Pinot Noir, California$10
  • Details By Sinegal Cabernet Sauvignon$15
  • Belle Glos “Balade” Pinot Noir, Santa Rita Hilla, CA$70
  • Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, CA$90
  • White
  • Banfi Le Rime Pinot Grigio, Tuscany, IT$10
  • Kenwood Chardonnay, CA$10
  • Details By Sinegal Sauvignon Blanc$15
  • Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio, Valdadige, IT$16

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Dessert3 on the menuS’mores dipSalad2 on the menuCobb Salad$21$6 over city medianFries6 on the menuTruffle Fries$10$1 over city medianBurger5 on the menuCali Burger$17about the city medianMac and cheese3 on the menuCrispy Mac & Cheese Bombs$10$2 under city medianBreakfast2 on the menuThe Federal Breakfast$14about the city medianChicken tenders2 on the menuChicken TendersSteak2 on the menuSteak Frites$30$5 under city median

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