That's in name only. Landry's bought out Muer Restaurants in 2002. The only one left.

Stoped by tonight after dinner elsewhere for dessert. Creme Brulee was excellent. The place was very busy at 8PM. Wishing them all the best !

Lunch yesterday at BlueFin with my ladies group was very good. Service was excellent.

I had the salad with pears, light dressing...very yummy.

Managers were stopping at tables and engaging those who would talk.

A Seafood restaurant ,and the first 2 comments are for Creme Brûlée and pear Salad--will wait a few weeks till the training wheels are removed

And I hope to see more reviews of the fish dishes and I hope those reviews can be a little bit more descriptive than simply the overused “yummy”.

I too was hoping for some reviews of the seafood, and a little more description.

Just did a side by side comparison of the entrees @ Arnold Palmer vs Bluefin--IMHO--Palmer's are more creative, more expensive, they have a better happy hour-

Bluefin's entrees appear cookie cutter, not fine dining

Time will tell wonder who will make the first " Don't waste your time or money comment ".

My biggest complaint about seafood dishes in restaurants is that "watery" under taste that lets you know the fish was grabbed out of their freezer. I hope Bluefin will truly have "fresh" (maybe flash-frozen on the boat, but not stuffed in a freezer) fish and seafood.

:bigbow:

Don't you know you can't complain about food in TV's--its against the rules, eat, pay & be happy

Well you can, but somebody is going to slap you into next Tuesday if you do.

As I mentioned earlier, a number of Villagers south of 466A have already been to Bluefish and commented on our neighborhood site about it. Here's a couple examples:

Eight of us went to Blue Fin yesterday for lunch. ALL OF US had delicious meals. We were sitting at their gorgeous long granite table in the center wall area. Several of us had their "Shareable" COQUILLE ST. JACQUES (fresh scallops, mushroom sherry cream sauce, butter toasted panko, crostini) for $12.40. It was delicious. The scallops were among the best I've ever had. I personally did not think $12.40 was too much that kind of upscale dish for lunch. Several in our group had the fish tacco's - they all said they were delicious. The staff was very attentive. The manager came over several times to check on us. Their chocolate martini's were not the typical watered down variety you get at the country clubs. Granted they are a little pricey at $7. but they were at least twice as good. Their martini glass was larger, it had grated chocolate in it, chocolate liqueur (not chocolate syrup), and the cream was real cream not half and half. The shrimp in their shrimp cocktail were very large - one friend made it her lunch. You pay for what you get, good or bad, and it was very good. We'll be back! We thought we saw someone with Oyster Rockefeller (not on menu) and the manager said to always ask if you want something you don't see on the menu - they might have it. They get their fish daily. We'll be back!
+++++++
Went to Blue Fin last nite for the soft opening.
We are SOOOOOOOOO FORTUNATE to have this amazing new restaurant here.
The service was friendly, professional, and helpful!
The appetizers were scrumptious- calamari, and 2 kinds of shrimp-you could make a meal out of them and so yummy!!!!!
The 2 petite steaks with mushroom sauce melted in your mouth. The grilled asparagus was tender and tasty top to bottom, salmon and scallops were melt in your mouth too. Cole slaw was delish! Mixed drinks and martinis were perfect. Michael, the young GM, is an amazing, friendly, handsome gentleman more than willing to make your dining experience memorable!!!!!!
Fred, the owner, is so proud of their newly remodeled establishment with a beautiful relaxing atmosphere. It is just beautiful!
Saving dessert for last! Fabulous 3 layer choco cake and creme brûlée, just mouth watering. Also, the lucious fruit that decorated the desserts was so fresh and tasty!!!!!!
Now, of course, there were way more selections. I am only describing what we had. Menu is large, choices are varied.
+++++++
Our group of six ate there yesterday. The decor is very nice if not exquisite. The service was excellent as was the food. The menu contains several items that I need to go back and try. The prices are what you would expect for a restaurant that is more upscale than many here in the Villages, but we thought they were very reasonable for the quality of the dining experience of decor, service, food. First, we were allowed two shareable appetizers for the group. We chose "sticky ribs" and calamari. The "sticky ribs" were crispy and delicious with a teriyaki/soy sauce. The calamari had a light batter, were deep fried, and were so tender and yummy and were liked by all six. My wife and I commented that we could go for lunch and just share a couple of the sharable items. Three of our group had the twin petite filets of beef. They all commented on how delicious and tender they were. My wife had the seared scallops and chose the bacon/brussel sprouts for one of her sides; she thought they were the best scallops she has had in The Villages and comparable to the best she has ever had anywhere. She loved the Brussel sprouts. I had the peppered ahi, cooked medium, which came with garlic mashed potatoes and a wild mushroom sauce---excellent. Our dessert was the salted caramel cheesecake. Excellent. We look forward to going back and trying several other items on the menu. They do have some non-seafood entrees and the menu is online.

And, I assume, not necessarily in that order. :)

I have no problem with anyone complaining about food in TV or elsewhere. What I find insulting is the condescending and pompous attitude some have about their self proclaimed superior taste.

Nicely said Coach.

100% correct and nicely put.

they are legends in their own minds!

:agree:

:) I'd like to "pile on" and say :agree: with Coach and CFrance

:bigbow::bigbow::bigbow:

Well thanks for the gang of comments that most think my post and I are a WPOS.

In case you don’t have a sense of humor or not from the south the “ slap you into next Tuesday
“ was used if you acted out, kind of like today’s time out.

So thank you all above for making me understand that I need to leave this site, for those who find me the WPOS that I am in all of your eyes. Congratulations you truly set me in my place, But you did prove my post was very honest, and you all proved my post was correct, for you truly did slap me into next Tuesday

Have been to Bluefin the past
2 nights. Shocked at
what a well oiled machine it seems to be the first 2 opening nights. Both quality of food and service has been outstanding. Tried the Fish tacos (great), shrimp cocktail(great), Ne Clam chowder (great) and creme brûlée. Could not have asked for better dishes. Yeah I am a fan !

Just my 2 cents but I'm not sure you were the target of the attackers. Don't leave. Some of us do appreciate your input.

I agree with Aloha, you should stay. Your posts are what they are supposed to be, your opinion.

I owe it to you that I rarely have to go inside a grocery store anymore so thanks. Either way, Take Care.

I think you misinterpreted Coach Ed's post. It wasn't about you. If you want my take on his post, PM me.

I agree with Nucky you should stay. He is correct - your posts are your opinion and there is nothing wrong with that. I don't think anyone was trying to single you out for having a condescending and pompous attitude or a self proclaimed superior taste. I know I personally feel that way about several posters.

I have to ask "Don't you think saying WPOS was a bit overboard?":ohdear: (had to look it up in the Urban Dictionary)

Sorry if you feel that you have leave this site.....:wave: bye bye

CW, I have a feeling that it is possible that three people are using the Asianthree account. In all fairness, I never took any of those statements in this post as a shot at Him/Her/Them and also from time to time one of them has dealt out harsh words. I was the target twice. I let it go because it was their OPINION. It is also possible that the hurtful post has been removed?? Who knows??

Lot of background in the restaurant business, family backed the Glouster House in NYC, next door to the Helmsley Palace--know good seafood and the seafood scams

I also know that the pale pink fish they pass off as Salmon is inferior and that the lobster is not fresh and usually overcooked and that clam strips are not clams but I also know I don't live in New England anymore so I am just making the best of it. All of the restaurants have decent choices to make and we enjoy dining out with our friends. It's about attitude.

Honestly, we don't go out to eat , when the food we make @ home blows most of the restaurants here out of the water--we go out for specific dishes that are too time consuming,(prep) and slow cooking--or for certain cuts of meat that are no longer available in the area

I "feel" two personalities too. One of them wears Jimmy Chu shoes and I have never met anyone in person who wears Jimmy Chu shoes. She says they are classic and last for years and I do understand that. I have kept a handbag my husband bought me for almost twenty years.

Whoops! Never mind.

:coolsmiley: I agree! Some people don't have any. :beer3:

:icon_wink: And I'll bet you don't mean a condescending,pompous, or superior attitude.:coolsmiley:

Two of my neighbors went there lastnight. They said the food arrived “cold” to luke warm. The manager comped their meal.

New restaurant...stuff happens...

Got to give it awhile to see what most people say over a longer time.

Cant count on those natural complainers or those that think every place in the villages is wonderful

They did the right thing-they're still learning--if what they do is right it will be a winner--too bad their entrees are not our style

Nicely said! :clap2:

Wow. I like my seafood cold. So, now I can get it free?

I am confused. :rolleyes:

For someone who "doesn't go out to eat" how have you arrived at all your prolific personal opinions about the food being served in area restaurants?

Don