An interesting juxtaposition of styles, The Fort Lauderdale Red Coach Grill opened in the 1950s. Described as part of a "Yankee chain," the unit on U.S. 1 was said to have a contemporary exterior that harmonized with the Florida landscape, yet its interior was finished in a New England coach house theme. Highlights of its interior decor were, knotty pine wall paneling and furnishings, copper coach lamps, and pewter accessories. The main dining area sat 132 patrons and was dominated by a large fireplace made with coral rock. A separate eating area accommodated an additional 44 diners and the Restaurant's lounge could hold 70 more.

The Fort Lauderdale unit was owned by Mr. and Mrs. Harry H. Young who leased it to the Howard Johnson Company. Designed by the firm of Gamble, Pownall & Gilroy, AIA in collaboration with HoJo's architect Charles F. Goodale, the Restaurant cost in excess of half a million dollars to build. Last operating as a Red Coach Grill in 1979, the high-end eatery was eventually demolished to make way for highway realignment.