The destination
Bahia Mar Yachting Center, and what’s on the table
Seasonal sourcing
Seasonal sourcing & local specialties
Active October to May. Host of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show since 1959.
Local specialties around Bahia Mar Yachting Center
- Florida stone crab claws (Oct-May)
- Spiny lobster (Aug-Mar)
- Gulf Stream offshore fish
- Cuban-American cuisine
- Fort Lauderdale Boat Show host marina
- Historic yachting-industry supplier network
Frequently asked questions about Bahia Mar Yachting Center
How do I find a yacht food supplier at Bahia Mar?+
Browse vetted suppliers serving Bahia Mar Yachting Center and Fort Lauderdale on Super Yacht Eats. Each listing shows specialties, languages, lead times, vessel-size experience and direct contact. One quote request reaches multiple suppliers in provisioning, fish, wine and bespoke catering.
Can I get provisioning delivered to Bahia Mar?+
Yes. Fort Lauderdale suppliers handle direct quayside delivery and onward runs along the Intracoastal Waterway. Same-day on fresh items; 24 to 48 hours on full provisioning. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport supports air-freight specialty items.
What is the difference from Pier 66?+
Bahia Mar is the original Fort Lauderdale yachting hub (since the 1940s) and the host marina of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show since 1959. Pier 66 is a more recent megayacht facility on the Intracoastal Waterway opposite Las Olas. Both share the same Fort Lauderdale supplier network — the differences are positional (Bahia Mar opposite Fort Lauderdale Beach, Pier 66 on the Intracoastal).
What Florida specialties should I order?+
Florida stone crab claws (October 15-May 1, the iconic specialty), Florida spiny lobster (August-March), pink shrimp from the Gulf, hogfish, snapper, grouper, mahi-mahi from the Gulf Stream offshore, Cuban-American specialties from the broader South Florida pantry, Florida citrus.
