Construction of New Restaurant, Smitty’s Wings Underway on Sistrunk Blvd

A new restaurant is coming to Sistrunk Blvd with support from the CRA. On May 8, 2019, Mayor Dean Trantalis, Vice Mayor Robert McKinzie, the CRA along with friends and neighbors celebrated the start of construction on Smitty’s Wings.The locally owned and operated restaurant, will specialize in signature chicken wings and flavorful sauces; while creating a dining destination,providing job opportunities and improving the quality of life in the Redevelopment Area. The restaurant will be located at 1134 Sistrunk Blvd.

Renovations will include interior and exterior improvements. Examples of the improvements are a new kitchen,seating for 50 patrons, a bar and an outdoor patio. Smitty’s Wings is owned and operated by former State Senator Christopher L. Smith and wife LaDesorae Giles-Smith. The CRA provided $350,000 in incentives towards the project to enhance business development in the Sistrunk corridor. The CRA is also constructing a 23 space parking lot adjacent to the restaurant for use by patrons and the public.

To learn more about the  CRA and its business incentives, visit www.fortlauderdalecra.com