After six years, one of Fort Lauderdale’s most scenic beachside restaurants facing the ocean has quietly closed — again. Dune by Laurent Tourondel, the oceanfront spot inside the Auberge Beach Residences, served its last meal on March 29, 2025. The closure clears the way for a full-scale overhaul and a new Mediterranean restaurant from Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, the Ohio-based group behind the soon-to-open Ocean Prime near Las Olas Boulevard.
According to the Sun Sentinel, the hospitality company has signed to take over the 2200 N. Ocean Blvd. space. It plans to launch a Fort Lauderdale location of Del Mar, its high-end, coastal Mediterranean restaurant with existing outposts in Columbus, Ohio, Naples, and West Palm Beach. The group is reportedly pouring millions into a complete redesign, aiming to reopen by fall 2025 for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.
According to the website, Del Mar “leans into Southern Europe and North Africa flavors,” with a rotating menu built around fresh seafood, olive oil, earthy spices, and seasonal vegetables. Think wood-fired lamb tagine, shareable mezze, grilled fish, and raw bar selections that will be served in the property’s airy, beachside setting…