Craves Coastal Kitchen & Cocktails CLAIMED

First time here since its transition from Martin's and I have to say that is a big improvement. The new ambiance is much better and fresher, and the staff were friendly and eager to assist. The Fish Dip was OK but wouldn't order it again, but the Cod Fish Fry was spot on and our cocktails were amazing. Definitely a big improvement and we will be back.

We had a reservation and our table was ready when we arrived. We immediately had attention from our server who got us drinks while we browsed the menu. Our food was excellent from the Stuffed Portbellow appetizer which had a generous amount of filling and tasty sauce, to the Seafood Combo Plate and Prime Rib. The Combo had Cod, Shrimp and Scallops. No room left for dessert but we did have delicious Key Lime Martini cocktails. We really liked the atmosphere and was very happy with our meal and service.

This is a wonderful addition to FLAGLER BEACH’S growing list of DESTINATION DINING! Awesome ocean view location, delicious seafood and steaks plus EXCELLENT customer service from CHARLIE. We enjoyed our dinner and will definitely return to try other menu items that peaked our interest.

Highlight of visit: Charlie our server was attentive and on his game!

Just had a salad and cocktails and everything was awesome! Our server was new but did a great job. I had the Cobb Salad and it was one the best I've had. And the cocktails here are amazing. Martin's was a stalwart in Flagler Beach, but this new brand is a big improvement.

Love how they revamped the place and the customer service is much better. The food was good but I feel they nickle and dime you for many things you get free at other restaurants. Upcharge for seasonings? Only one side item included? On a $40 entree that sounds cheap. Seems like they could do a better pricing strategy. We did have a good time though and their drinks are amazing although they were out of the beers my husband wanted.

The updates they made have made a big difference and it's so much nicer now. The service was friendly but we had to track down our server for drink refills, and the food was slow coming out of the kitchen. Our appetizers were very good and we especially liked the calamari which was different and better than most places. For my entree I had the stuffed flounder which was a bit of a let down. Although it was cooked nicely it had almost no flavor and needed seasoning. You only get one side now so that feels kind of cheap. Mixed drinks were good but again we would of enjoyed more if service was faster, so we missed and Craves lost business. Overall, it was a reasonable meal and we like the new vibe, but with improvement on service and more attention to the dishes, this would be a five star restaurant.

Waited 20 minutes to get waitress to take order. They were very understaffed. Had one waitress trying to manage a full bar and several tables. After ordering waited another 30 minutes before food came. Had ordered my steak filet medium rare and was well done to point I took it home to feed dog. Smallest filets I’ve ever seen! Waitress offered to get manager so I could share concerns with him. Half an hour later still no manager to talk with. Ordered take out sandwich and fries Took another 20 minutes for that. Only to find out later no fries were in the box. Finally went to find manager since he had never showed up. He said they were a family owned business and they were doing best they could. Said if I just wanted to be a bitch and complain to get out of his restaurant. If I could give a negative review it would be a minus ten. It’s the worst restaurant with marginal food quality and a manager who not only doesn’t want negative feedback but also verbally abused those that give it. Don’t go there. It’s truly a waste of time, money ,and opening yourself up to insults if you’re not happy with the experience.

We're back in town and first time visiting here as Craves and was very pleased with the food and service and loved the new decor. So much nicer now and although they carried a few of the old menu items over they have many new items that sound delicious. Their prime rib is still very good and the bourbon salmon was very tasty. I had a cocktails martini with coconut that was very creative. Very happy they managed to turn this place around and we'll definitely be back.

Highlight of visit: The Bourbon Salmon dish had a great flavor without losing the taste of the salmon. The Coconut Martini (Dream?) is very decadent.

It was very busy especially around the bar and had a good atmosphere. Service was stretched but staff seemed to keep their calm and managed to get to everyone. Sandwiches took a while to come out and were quite good but needed more flavor... just didn't have a lot of flavor and couldn't taste any blackening. I'd like to come back when it's not bike week and try a sit down meal here.

I am very impressed with how they have turned the old Martins restaurant around. It's so much brighter and more coastal feeling, with a more varied menu and the addition of some great sounding cocktails. My wife and I sat up at the bar and had some good dining/drinking neighbors and the service was very professional and friendly. We shared a couple of starters one of which was the calamari that I really liked, and I had the Smoked Chicken Sandwich and my wife the Blackened Grouper Sandwich. I loved mine and I guess my wife's Grouper was good as there wasn't any left! I was driving so only had one beer but my wife tried two different mixed drinks and again had nothing left! It was busy so I'm sure the new Crave's will do very well here.

Bravo to the new owner for turning a tired old restaurant around and into a fresh and vibrant place with much improved food and definitely far better service. My T-bone steak was very good and my friend said the fish and chips were the best. Hope they keep up the quality!

We went there two days ago. VERY disappointed. I have been there before, however, the other night, we only received ONE dinner roll each and one side with each meal. For an additional roll, we'd be charged extra. The same goes for asking for a second side. We'll not return.

Excellent meal and service at Crave's Coastal Kitchen. The restaurant was packed, so we waited for our table in the bar area. We were seated quickly and our servers in both locations were fabulous. Food was plentiful and very very good! Will definitely return.

Highlight of visit: Plenty of delicious fried shrimp - yum!

Prime rib is beyond excellent and always consistent, I was always disappointed with Martins's prime rib.

Highlight of visit: Prime Rib baby

We have been in Palm Coast for 21 yrs. We went to Martins 21 yrs ago and were not impressed with the owners at all. So we never went back until the new owners came. We LOVE the prime rib and I always get 2 sides of collard greens. They are amazing!!

Highlight of visit: Queen prime rib and collard greens.

This place by far is overcharged and NO good food at all. Bland food, steak not cooked to temperature type, and no compensation was offered to us or having a manager come by to apologize. We just moved here out of state and it was very disappointing with our entire family who agreed this is bar food that is over priced, along with pre frozen food that is served. Will never return here again!

Highlight of visit: Nothing was worth returning, even fountain drinks had a gross aftertaste.

Loved it! My steak was top notch and everything delicious. The server was very cool and her cocktail recommendation went down a treat. Nice oceany vibes and bar area was buzzing.

I was super excited to try this new restaurant. Don’t bother. Bland, tasteless overcooked bar food at premium prices. Shrimp was dried out, scallops were anemic with no brown color at all. Broccoli was frozen microwaved overcooked. Whole meal was just blah! I really wanted to love it but was not good.

This is our first visit since the renovations and we were impressed with how they have converted the place into a very lovely welcoming space. We started with the Halfmoon Mozzerallas which had a tasty marinara sauce, then for a main I had the crab leg special with baked potato and slaw. The crab legs were perfectly cooked and dusted with just the right amount of seasoning which I assume was Old Bay. My husband splurged on the Craves cut prime rib with a lobster tail which he thoroughly enjoyed and said it was worth the cost. I also treated myself to a Key Lime martini which I do recommend and husband stuck to his usual beer. The service was very good and we were very happy with our time here, but for us it is pricey and was a holiday treat which we couldn't afford to do every month.

Went to Craves with family today & we all had the queen cut prime rib. Was delicious & cooked as requested. Service was great. The upgrade of the restaurant looks fantastic. What a view from the upstairs dining area!

Highlight of visit: Prime Rib