Gary Rack’s Farmhouse, the latest initiative from hospitality dynamo Gary Rack, is set to launch this summer within the Modera Coral Springs development at 3314 N. University Drive. Spanning 3,600 square feet, the new venue will be his largest and most ambitious to date.
“Coral Springs emerged as a compelling choice for our third location,” says Gary Rack, South Florida restaurateur and founder of Gary Rack Restaurant Management Group, who was struck by the city’s growth, expanding lifestyle offerings, and appeal to long-term residents, families, and young professionals looking to put down roots. “It presented an opportunity to bring the Farmhouse brand to a market with long-term potential and an authentic neighborhood spirit.”
The project, co-conceived by Pam Manhas of Manhas Design, one of South Florida’s leading restaurant designers and the mastermind behind Rack’s Boca Raton venue, marks a return collaboration. “It’s great to be working again with Gary, who wanted the design narrative to feel elevated, yet fun and engaging as well,” Manhas explains.
With each outlet embodying its own unique character—Delray embraces a rustic stamp marked by abundant wood and more distressed materials, while Boca takes on an Italian-imbued bent tied to its pizza component—the Broward site will retain a distinctly urban aesthetic, complete with concrete floors, tile and wood-tone walls, and 16-foot open ceilings hung with eccentric light fixtures crafted from vintage bird cages.
In the main dining room, deep-red booths and banquettes imbue warmth and visual interest, while an expo kitchen adds an immersive element. Nearby, a lively, vibe-led bar activates the corner of the property and defines the venue’s social energy from the moment guests arrive, while a designated takeout window supports off-premise dining and third-party deliveries with ease. Beyond the dining room, banks of Nanawall doors create an easy transition to the patio and wraparound alfresco seating.
Perhaps the most striking design moment is the panoramic Surrealist mural by nationally celebrated Miami-based street artist Ruben Ubiera, with whom Rack has collaborated previously, creating a bold visual backdrop that helps establish the eatery’s identity from the street.
As Vice President of Culinary, Demetrio Zavala, a multi-time Food Network champion whose relationship with Gary Rack spans nearly two decades, delivers thoughtful epicurean experiences rooted in regional flavors and fresh, sustainable ingredients that invite guests to linger longer. The seasonal menu closely mirrors those at the restaurant’s other locations, pairing signature favorites with daily specials. Highlights include buffalo cauliflower; zucchini chips; the signature Choppy Chop and Kale Yeah salads; Nutty Chicken with roasted Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, cauliflower, and mustard vinaigrette; Farmhouse slow-braised baby back ribs with molasses barbecue sauce, French fries, and ranch coleslaw; and steak frites with arugula and melted herb butter.
Gary Rack’s Farmhouse opens Monday through Friday at 11 a.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. Happy hour is hosted daily from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and features discounted small plates and half-off liquor, wine, and beer. Served Saturday and Sunday, brunch showcases demos elevated staples ranging from cauliflower morning flatbread topped with scrambled eggs, potato hash, avocado mash, and cheddar and parmesan cheese to a fried chicken biscuit with gravy, red pepper jelly, and a sunny-side-up egg.
Gary Rack’s Farmhouse is located at 3314 N University Dr., Coral Springs, Florida 33065. For more information or reservations, visit farmhousekitchenboca.com or call 561-816-2090. Follow on social media at @grfarmhousekitchen(Instagram), @farmhousekitchenboca (Facebook), and @grrestaurant (TikTok).
