What a fantastic place! The food, art, and the hosts are second to none. Can't wait to do it all over again ????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Trinity M
Such an amazing experience. Chef David and Perry make the place outstanding! You’re served early 1900 plates and silverware and surrounded by beautiful paintings. They have so much experience in fine dining and history around the states. You have to be there!! This is the place on the whole panhandle side to go to and I’m not the type to over exaggerate. Come here if you want to impress your family or friends. This is the place?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kim Held
This is not the first time that I have been to Flambe after Dark but it was the first time I have been since David changed to a prix fixe menu. I wasn't sure how I felt about the new menu, as I like selection and loved so many of the items that he had on his menu previously. BUT his new menu did not disappoint, the food was spectacular and was impeccably curated. If you want to celebrate a special occasion or just enjoy an incredibly great meal, this is the place to be.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak After Dark, Roast Duck
ilya hellyeah
Amazing hidden gem on Racetrack Rd. Run by a chef who loves his craft. The dining concept is a predetermined 5 course meal (some substitutions available) with choice of flambé desserts afterwards. Great little place with a warm and romantic atmosphere.The best duck I’ve ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sea Scalllop Au Gratin, Roast Duck
Viking Towers Roofing
It was an incredible experience. The atmosphere was amazing. The chef was engaging and friendly while providing top tier dishes. The waiter was friendly and provided outstanding service. A truly perfect evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood, Prime Steak Diane, Osetra Caviar
Traci Wallis
Omg SO AMAZING food and sauces! Such great chefs and service. The building is not much on the outside but SO WORTH the food experience. Nice folks w table side style flames!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
ChucKey West
Exquisite and exclusive Date Night to Impress.A Romantic Art setting with Intimate Chef experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Liliana Acosta
We had the most wonderful anniversary dinner here! Chef David and server Perry were so welcoming and attentive to us all evening. We had best meal i have ever had in my life! Everything was so intimate and romantic. The decor is elegant with the most beautiful art gallery on display. I cant recommend this place enough, i can't wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Truffles Mushrooms, Seafood, Steak with Sinatra Sauce Flambe, Prime Steak Diane, Sea Scalllop Au Gratin, Apple Pie and Banana Foster, Osetra Caviar
Sharon T
Surprised when walked in because outside looks kinda shabby. But the presentation of the food at the table by the chef, and the cooking at the table....just very impressive and absolutely delicious. Wonderful evening.
Mark B.
This was our third (fourth?) dinner here. It is hard to say which we liked best. The menu is reduced now, but there are still great choices. Tonight we stayed with the seafood theme and thoroughly enjoyed every course. Each course was delicate and flavorful and it got richer as it went on. The scallops au gratin were out of this world! I asked the chef, "Au gratin?" and he went on to explain that . . . well, you have to experience his knowledge of French-to-American (and more) cuisine. Our main course was what some would consider a traditional Lobster Newburg, and while Chef David claimed it to be so (from a 1910 recipe), I swear it was the lightest and tastiest I've ever had. The sauce was delicious without overpowering the lobster. So many Newburg recipes are all about the sauce and the meat is only there to carry the sauce. Not so here. The sauce enhanced the lobster and vice-versa -- as it should be.We chose for desert, the Cherries After Dark (his version of Cherries Jubilee). I thought I had had this dish before, but David T. brought it to a whole new level with his excitement and descriptions of 5 different cherries (also flambé) with brandy and soaked in rum, IIRC. Vanilla and chocolate and cherries . . . I'm rambling.On to the ambience. From the outside, it looks like a nothing kind of place -- you might not even know there's a restaurant there. But, it is bigger on the inside! While you are sitting in a small restaurant with only 5 or 6 tables in the main room, the paintings make you feel that you are sitting in a place on a beach or island with windows facing the sea on all sides. The effect is better than using mirrors to make a room bigger. The music is soft and somewhat jazzy with familiar tunes performed by different performers than those who made the tunes famous. Furthermore, David's stories of art and cuisine add to the ambience. We learn something new every time we go there.Very romantic setting for an intimate meal, while still being able to converse with the Chef or other guests. Sorry (not sorry) for the long review, but it deserves a full article in a paper or magazine (I believe there is one or more) rather than on a simple review site.
This restaurant deserves more than 5 stars. Chef David is amazing. This was absolutely one of the best dining experiences I've had. Fort Walton has a true treasure at Flambe After Dark.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood, Prime Steak Diane, Seafood Newburg Flambe
Cody Williams
Flambé After Dark was an amazing experience. My wife and I went for our anniversary dinner. Chief David is amazing and personable with lots of stories from his life experiences, and his staff are all wonderful! The food and I mean oh my goodness the food was absolutely delicious!! I give Flambé After Dark five stars and then five more. Seriously make reservations and try this place you will be so glad you did! We look forward to returning for our next special night out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zeesha Braslawsce
David was a fantastic chef for our dinner. The food here is above and beyond the best food food in northwest Florida, and probably the best meal I’ve ever eaten (and I spent 4 years in Los Angeles). I cannot wait to come back to Flambé After Dark. From making the reservation through dessert and afterwards, David ensured we had an absolutely incredible experience. I cannot recommend this place enough and I have told everyone about it. I’m pretty sure some of my friends have already made reservations. This is the Max Verstappen of restaurants.
Chef David does a wonderful job preparing the different dishes. We were a party of six, celebrating an anniversary and it was quite an amazing experience!! The six course dinner prepared table side was very tasteful! You can tell that Chef David has a passion for cooking. Highly recommend you try his restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Sharon McAuliffe
Talk about a hidden gem! A pedestrian exterior hides a beautiful, cozy dining room decorated with original art. David is an outstanding chef, serving up gourmet multi-course meals perfect for special occasions. I have eaten there several times, and am never disappointed with the delicious food.
What a fantastic place! The food, art, and the hosts are second to none. Can't wait to do it all over again ????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such an amazing experience. Chef David and Perry make the place outstanding! You’re served early 1900 plates and silverware and surrounded by beautiful paintings. They have so much experience in fine dining and history around the states. You have to be there!! This is the place on the whole panhandle side to go to and I’m not the type to over exaggerate. Come here if you want to impress your family or friends. This is the place?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is not the first time that I have been to Flambe after Dark but it was the first time I have been since David changed to a prix fixe menu. I wasn't sure how I felt about the new menu, as I like selection and loved so many of the items that he had on his menu previously. BUT his new menu did not disappoint, the food was spectacular and was impeccably curated. If you want to celebrate a special occasion or just enjoy an incredibly great meal, this is the place to be.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak After Dark, Roast Duck
Amazing hidden gem on Racetrack Rd. Run by a chef who loves his craft. The dining concept is a predetermined 5 course meal (some substitutions available) with choice of flambé desserts afterwards. Great little place with a warm and romantic atmosphere.The best duck I’ve ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sea Scalllop Au Gratin, Roast Duck
It was an incredible experience. The atmosphere was amazing. The chef was engaging and friendly while providing top tier dishes. The waiter was friendly and provided outstanding service. A truly perfect evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood, Prime Steak Diane, Osetra Caviar
Omg SO AMAZING food and sauces! Such great chefs and service. The building is not much on the outside but SO WORTH the food experience. Nice folks w table side style flames!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Exquisite and exclusive Date Night to Impress.A Romantic Art setting with Intimate Chef experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had the most wonderful anniversary dinner here! Chef David and server Perry were so welcoming and attentive to us all evening. We had best meal i have ever had in my life! Everything was so intimate and romantic. The decor is elegant with the most beautiful art gallery on display. I cant recommend this place enough, i can't wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Truffles Mushrooms, Seafood, Steak with Sinatra Sauce Flambe, Prime Steak Diane, Sea Scalllop Au Gratin, Apple Pie and Banana Foster, Osetra Caviar
Surprised when walked in because outside looks kinda shabby. But the presentation of the food at the table by the chef, and the cooking at the table....just very impressive and absolutely delicious. Wonderful evening.
This was our third (fourth?) dinner here. It is hard to say which we liked best. The menu is reduced now, but there are still great choices. Tonight we stayed with the seafood theme and thoroughly enjoyed every course. Each course was delicate and flavorful and it got richer as it went on. The scallops au gratin were out of this world! I asked the chef, "Au gratin?" and he went on to explain that . . . well, you have to experience his knowledge of French-to-American (and more) cuisine. Our main course was what some would consider a traditional Lobster Newburg, and while Chef David claimed it to be so (from a 1910 recipe), I swear it was the lightest and tastiest I've ever had. The sauce was delicious without overpowering the lobster. So many Newburg recipes are all about the sauce and the meat is only there to carry the sauce. Not so here. The sauce enhanced the lobster and vice-versa -- as it should be.We chose for desert, the Cherries After Dark (his version of Cherries Jubilee). I thought I had had this dish before, but David T. brought it to a whole new level with his excitement and descriptions of 5 different cherries (also flambé) with brandy and soaked in rum, IIRC. Vanilla and chocolate and cherries . . . I'm rambling.On to the ambience. From the outside, it looks like a nothing kind of place -- you might not even know there's a restaurant there. But, it is bigger on the inside! While you are sitting in a small restaurant with only 5 or 6 tables in the main room, the paintings make you feel that you are sitting in a place on a beach or island with windows facing the sea on all sides. The effect is better than using mirrors to make a room bigger. The music is soft and somewhat jazzy with familiar tunes performed by different performers than those who made the tunes famous. Furthermore, David's stories of art and cuisine add to the ambience. We learn something new every time we go there.Very romantic setting for an intimate meal, while still being able to converse with the Chef or other guests. Sorry (not sorry) for the long review, but it deserves a full article in a paper or magazine (I believe there is one or more) rather than on a simple review site.
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This restaurant deserves more than 5 stars. Chef David is amazing. This was absolutely one of the best dining experiences I've had. Fort Walton has a true treasure at Flambe After Dark.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood, Prime Steak Diane, Seafood Newburg Flambe
Flambé After Dark was an amazing experience. My wife and I went for our anniversary dinner. Chief David is amazing and personable with lots of stories from his life experiences, and his staff are all wonderful! The food and I mean oh my goodness the food was absolutely delicious!! I give Flambé After Dark five stars and then five more. Seriously make reservations and try this place you will be so glad you did! We look forward to returning for our next special night out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David was a fantastic chef for our dinner. The food here is above and beyond the best food food in northwest Florida, and probably the best meal I’ve ever eaten (and I spent 4 years in Los Angeles). I cannot wait to come back to Flambé After Dark. From making the reservation through dessert and afterwards, David ensured we had an absolutely incredible experience. I cannot recommend this place enough and I have told everyone about it. I’m pretty sure some of my friends have already made reservations. This is the Max Verstappen of restaurants.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Sinatra, Fresh Seafood Meal, Osetra Caviar
Chef David does a wonderful job preparing the different dishes. We were a party of six, celebrating an anniversary and it was quite an amazing experience!! The six course dinner prepared table side was very tasteful! You can tell that Chef David has a passion for cooking. Highly recommend you try his restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood
Talk about a hidden gem! A pedestrian exterior hides a beautiful, cozy dining room decorated with original art. David is an outstanding chef, serving up gourmet multi-course meals perfect for special occasions. I have eaten there several times, and am never disappointed with the delicious food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caviar Crisp, Seafood, Seafood Newburg Flambe, Roast Duck, Steak Sinatra