Quirky, hospitality-forward Key West spot serving creative seafood and comfort classics with strong beer and wine; excellent for flavor seekers, but pricing and occasional service delays or policy hiccups may frustrate some.
The Flaming Buoy Filet Co. delivers exceptional seafood quality with creative execution—grouper with lime butter and bacon-wrapped scallops earn consistent praise—paired with attentive, personable service that goes above and beyond. However, inconsistent execution on busier nights and occasional service delays prevent grade A territory, while the intimate, quirky setting appeals to regulars but doesn't command destination status.
One caveat: Pricing is genuinely expensive ($28-48 mains) which may surprise casual diners