Blue at the Topaz PERMANENTLY CLOSED

Blue is absolutely our favorite restaurant. We have had friends visit from South Florida, North Carolina, Washington, D.C. and whenever they come to visit and we ask where they want to eat, there is no hesitation. It's always The Blue! Blue is also my favorite lunch spot. A beautiful view of the ocean and so relaxed. We have never been pressured to vacate our table and the wait staff are always up beat and happy. I have never had a bad meal or experience there.

Last Friday the 4 of us went to diner which we have done many times. My sister and her husband are from FL and they came to visit. Three of us ordered Roast Duck and my sister ordered Spinach & Mushroom Ravioli. My husband asked before the meal came out what the vegetable is and the waiter said mixed. So our meal started coming out. My roll was so hard I could not eat it and we told the waiter Noting was done. My brother-in-law's salad was not good. He complained to us on this. Our main courses came out. My sisters Ravioli was swimming in oil which she could hardly eat. She did not say anything because it was late and didn't want trouble. She gave the dish back to the waiter and said she was done. She told me later it was the worst meal she ever had and would never go back again. My brother-in-law's Duck was tuff and dry. He told the waiter but nothing was done. My husband's and mine were tuff and dry but we ate it. Not good at all. The vegetables were green beans and we asked what happened to the mixed and all he said we must have run out He didn't seem to care. I called the Blue and talked to one of the owners to let them know all of our complaints and all I got is I am sorry and yes we have been having trouble with the Ravioli. We are working on it. Why would they sell it knowing that it is swimming in oil? We feel we paid a lot of money for terrible food. All 4 of us will never go back. Sorry does not get it!

Yesterday 8 of us ate lunch at Blue. I had called 3 days earlier to make a reservation and explained that it was a birthday celebration, etc. I had been to Blue a few years ago and never imagined that we would be seated in the hotel lounge, a place that appears to have not be painted for 70 years - dark, dismal with a smoke alarm going off every few minutes and guests going in and out. The table looked like it had been thrown together - certainly not like the pictures in their ad. I explained to the hostess that I was not happy and instead of helping make the situation any better she implied it was my fault for not requesting a table in the restaurant. Our waitress did try to get someone to take care of the alarm and forty minutes later someone shut it off. The restaurant itself was chaotic and a mess. The food was adequate except for the Beef Bourgogne which was so over seasoned that it was indelible. We did not complain about it and they did take it off the bill that totaled $260.00. Would never go back.

It all started with the location, as we drove around aimlessly we saw the sign that said Blue. We had never been to Flagler Beach and had come to visit some friends for the weekend. From the time we entered to the time we left we felt as if we were part of the family that runs the establishment. Our waitress Jenny was fantastic, she was very accommodating and had plenty of recommendations. The salads were great and the salmon even better. What was rather surprising is that the chef/owner had come to visit the table and asked how everything was. Now if that's not standing behind your product i don't know what is. We definitely will be back and would also recommend Blue as a destination in Flagler.

Blue is a true gem....We have been to Blue several times while visiting family in the area. It is always on the top of our to do list while there and we have never been disappointed. The daily fish specials are out of this world.....fresh, flavorful and very innovative. Our only problem is making the decision what to have as we want one of everything, but the lobster bisque is a sure thing. The staff is always very friendly and personable and goes out of their way to make our evening enjoyable. We are already looking forward to our next visit.

Blue at the Topaz is simply one of the best restaurants we have ever visited. Fabulous service, great food, and a wonderfully warm and inviting atmosphere and staff all add up to dining at its best! We live about 45 minutes away and have no qualms about driving over there for lunch or dinner when we want a treat! My husband says the fish tacos are the best anywhere -- the man gets choked up when he talks about how good they are! Chef Gary has amazing skills and is just a delightful guy who aims to please his customers; he loves to come out and chat for a minute to make sure everything is to your liking. We cannot say enough good things about Blue! If you are anywhere near Flagler County, stop by for lunch or dinner, you won't be disappointed!

We went out to celebrate my husbands birthday tonight. This was our first time at Blue at the Topaz. Lobster Bisque had 3 pin head tiny little pieces of lobster, the salads were fair. My husbands rib eye steak was terrible! Grisly and tough but he kept trying to find some tender parts to the steak because we had waited quite a while for our meals and were very hungry. When the waitress asked us how everything was, I responded that his steak was very tough, but my husband was trying to eat it. That was a big hint and the response should have been: "I'm sorry, can I bring you another one? Or something else?" She gulped, disappeared for the rest of the time and we had to get another waiter to find her so we could leave. She presented us with our check. It was obvious my husbands steak was still on his plate, in pieces, mostly uneaten. The bill was over $50, and the food was not worth it. We are visiting family here in Palm Coast, and we will never come here again. I would have complained but my husband asked me not to, said the lady didn't care anyway, and we just needed to go home and never come back. We will NEVER go back.

We have had lunch at Blue and couple times and loved it. Their Scallop Salad is to die for. Last Wed, we took friends for dinner since it was their anniversary. WOW. Everything was GREAT. Appetizers, entrees and wine, was very top notch. And the service could not have been better. Dinner was not cheap, but for a special occasion, well worth it. Better than I have ever had in St Augustine for similar prices.

We went to Blue with friends, primarily because of all the good reviews we had seen here. Unfortunately, we were disappointed. The service was OK, the food was OK, the setting was OK. I had expected better than just OK - at those prices especially. Won't be going there again.

I met some friends the other day at Blue. The service and food were excellent. I will send my clients there as well as returning myself in the near future!
Thank you again for the hospitality, tremendous service and great food!

We arrived about 2 hours prior to closing. We were not seated, we asked to be seated, it didn't happen. We waited and waited and waited. Finally after closing, we were seated and told that the kitchen was closed and if we wanted to order, order or leave. The owner stated that he didn't care if we ever came back. I said quietly that it was by birthday and let's make this a memorable event. we come here on a regular basis and let's have a nice time. He stated that he didn't care about my birthday, if I ever came back and that he spent too many hours at his establishment anyway. Well, we left, we won't be back. The food was great in the past, the help professional but, it didn't happen tonight. I could say, good luck to you Blue but you said you didn't care. So, goodbye BLUE!

I travel on business all across the nation & dine at some excellent restaurants. Being from the Atlanta area, which has an abundance of wonderful restaurants, I rate all the others I go to based upon the quality & overall dining experience I have here at home. The Blue at the Topaz rates right up at the top of the list. The selection is great, the quantity is astounding & the quality is top tier. The service is impeccable as well. All in all, just a most pleasurable experience! We dined there twice in the week that we were in town and always go to our favorite restaurant for our final night's meal - - needless to say our last night was spent at The Blue. When we go back to the Palm Coast/Flagler Beach area in the future, most assuredly we will be back at The Blue at the Topaz!

For the area, the best restaurant available. Excellent professional servers, fresh ingredients, a terrific view and even the old building was clean. Our only minor issue was the NY Strip, we've had better cuts. Otherwise, 5 stars all around. The Hayman & Hill Vineyards Chardonnay was the best house wine we ever tasted.

We can't Thank Gary and Troy at Blue enough for making our reception with 38 guests a wonderful success. The staff were awesome and the food was fabulous. I have many requests for recipes. All of our guests could not stop complimenting the food from appetizers to coffee.

Blue is one of the few consistently good restaurants in Flagler County. The food and service are always very good. My only complaint is that I find the seats uncomfortable.

We have been coming to The Blue for over 5 years and have always rated it excellent. The last few times for lunch. Last night we came for dinner and were disappointed that they have removed the linens from the tables. It reduced the wow factor. The food was as good as usual but the server was not friendly. We will return but hope that we get a better server next time.

Can't go wrong here. The food is always great and the prices are too! One of my favorite places to eat for both lunch and dinner.

Still our favorite restaurant in Flagler County. Food has been consistent... great taste and presentation, for many years. However; service varies from great servers to not so great with attitude.

I'm from Long Island and every time we go to Blue the food is out of this world. The staff are great and the beers are ice cold! A must when in Palm Coast.

Had another great occasion at Blue at the Topaz. My brother and his wife came in to town as they reside in South Florida. That is where restaurants are superb and numerous. They raved of the food and the service at Blue and complemented our server, Kevin as well as the chef on the preparation of the meals. Kevin is such a personable and friendly individual that he made the visit at Blue very enjoyable. My wife and I had my usual meal of roast duck, my brother had the seared tuna which he stated was outstanding, my two sister-in-laws each had the snapper special of the evening, which they each said was great, my brother-in-law and my best friend had the rib-eye which was tender and they enjoyed and my friend Maggie had the shrimp over pasta which was heavenly, but enormous. Great, time. Each visit to this restaurant becomes more memorable. And don't forget to visit they memorabilia room and their garage of antique auto's.