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The Flaming Buoy Filet Co.

1100 Packer Street, Key West, FL 33040-3263
305-295-7970
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Ranked #20 of 298 restaurants in Key West
Price range: $9 - $33
Cuisines: American, Caribbean, Seafood
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
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Frankfurt, Germany
2 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

This blond boy with long hair was very rude to us. After asking us, if we like the food he served, I told him only that there is coriander and I don't like this. It was only just an information. I know, that he can`t assume what I like and what not. He was very agry and aggressive. Told us,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Lovely little restaurant, tucked away on a side street in a quiet neighborhood, off the beaten path. The food here is fresh, innovative and consistently good. We sat outside on the beautiful porch. We started with grilled shrimp with a delicious salsa; then the stir fry with pineapple, peppers, rice and chicken; the wedge salad; and lobster mac and cheese... More

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Montreal, Canada
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8 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

My Partner and I went to eat at the Flaming Buoy last March. The food is just to die for. Fresch fish and good wine selection. Service was excellant and the staf so friendly. We were fist sitting Inside and they accepted to move us outside on the verrenda. Thank you so much... Thank you Fred for having such an... More

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Philly
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17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Great food. Be sure to get the corn and the mac and cheese. The fish is divine and there's a great wine list too. The service is very friendly, the room is laid back, and the music is perfect.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013 via mobile

We absolutely loved our experience here! Our server made our night by educating us and recommending a fabulous wine. We ordered the NY strip and the filet and both were perfect. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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New Haven, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

My girlfriend and I ate here one night on a recent trip to Key West. It's on a side-street downtown, away from Duvall. The restaurant only has a few tables, which makes it intimate. We ate outside on the nicely decorated porch. Food-wise, we started with the tuna and watermellon ceviche, which was very refreshing on a hot day. There... More

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Flushing, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Upon reading rave reviews of this restaurant on TripAdvisor, my friend and I decided to try it. It's located a few blocks off the main drag (Duval Street), so it's quiet and you can walk off your dinner afterward when heading to Duval. At first, the experience was slightly rocky. We sat down outside and ordered a bottle of wine.... More

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Palm Harbor, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

We had a great time here. Its a bit far from Duval. They aren't afraid to be spicy. Mine was overcooked but still good. The menu is eclectic and interesting and not a bad value.

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delafield
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Ate there off a recommendation from bartender of our hotel. It was good but not spectacular. The appetizers trio was very good but the portions of each could have been a bit larger. Lobster mac/cheese was amazing. It was all and all good but so many other great places in Key West.

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Richmond, VA
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6 restaurant reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

For one who often has a hard time choosing from so many great sounding entrees at a restaurant, this place is a dream. With the small plate style, I can now just order all of them and share with others at the table. The food is exceptional and the service perfect, having more items brought out as others are being... More

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