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Luff’s features clean and fresh-tasting seafood prepared simply and capably. Our server was consumed by the large party but he did fine with us. One member of my crew quizzed him on differences of the fish, preparations, accompaniments and sauces. He was knowledgeable and courteous, explaining all the options and specials without a hitch. Fish and seafood are the featured attractions, although the menu has barbecue ribs and the obligatory filet mignon for non-fish eaters.

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The hostess told us there was no wait for an inside table but we preferred outside to enjoy a beautiful night. We grabbed drinks at the bar after being told the porch would be a minute wait. Inside was smaller and louder than I expected, with 10 seats around the bar and noise bouncing off the tile floors. A nautical motif featured lighting fixtures fashioned from boat steering wheels and walls mounted with buoys, netting and faux fish.

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Our server told us about an intriguing item, swordfish Wellington, made from the fresh catch baked in puff pastry. We ordered it, but he returned a few minutes later to tell us it was already sold out. Water glasses were slow to be refilled and plates were slow to be cleared after the main course (and that was after the large party had left). A server stacked those dirty plates at the table, in front of a tablemate who considers it a pet peeve. The vibe is more laid-back Keys than gussied-up Boca, a place to catch a fresh piece of fish and a cocktail on the porch in shorts and flip flops.

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Fish entrees are priced in the $30s, which some may find expensive but I found understandable. The restaurant is modern and clean, with a sparkling, big kitchen and an attractive bar built in the bungalow, one of Boca’s 10 oldest structures. Gismondi kept the original coral-stone facade and fireplace with chimney. It was built as a residence for Boca pioneers Theodore and Harriet Luff, then became a succession of retail stores.

In 2011, the vacant building was primed for a tear-down and redevelopment by other owners. Preservation efforts led to Gismondi buying the land and saving the building. Menu items subject to change based on availability and seasonality. Luff’s Fish House brings a taste of Key West to Boca Raton. Opened in 2017, in a historic bungalow built in the 1920s, Luff’s specializes in bringing you the freshest seafood directly from the boat to your plate. Whether you relax outside under our covered gazebos or sit in our tropically inspired dining room, you will feel like you’re on a culinary vacation.

Colorful cocktails ($11 and $12) had whimsical names such as the Sail La Vie, I’m Feeling Beachy and the Sunshine State of Mind margarita. In keeping with the loose spirit of the Keys, Luff’s does not take reservations (except for parties of at least 12). The first-come, first-served setup irks some regimented Boca-ites.

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Lure Fish House is a family-owned restaurant featuring fresh and sustainable seafood from trusted sources. Local and organic ingredients are used whenever possible. Join us for a delicious and fun seafood experience. It’s one of those places where you have to go with the flow. With fingers crossed, I decided to make my first visit to Luff’s on the early side of a Saturday night in peak season.

Review: At Luff’s Fish House in Boca Raton, fresh catch in a laid-back setting

That pumpkin swordfish ($35) was exquisite, simply grilled with lemon beurre blanc on the side, served with crisp fried potato slices and steamed baby carrots and asparagus that were firm. The mussels ($17), an appetizer served in an attractive Staub cast-iron pot, were clean and plump, swimming in a white wine and garlic broth. A sliced, warm baguette on the side made for perfect sopping. The fried belly clams ($15) had a pleasant crunch from ground uncooked rice that’s mixed into the batter. The accompanying tartar sauce was particularly vibrant and light, made in house.

It is not a restaurant you’d expect from the same owner of La Nouvelle Maison and Trattoria Romana, two venerable, fine-dining favorites on the same prime stretch of East Palmetto Park Road. There is no white linen on the tables, but there is a fluffy white layer of marshmallow meringue atop the hefty Key lime pie. Menu items are subject to change based on availability and seasonality. The online takeout menu may also be different to ensure high quality. The online takeout menu may also be different to ensure the highest quality.

Lure's seasonally-focused menu offers an array of classics like mussels, ceviches, fish tacos, lobster, organic salads, and simply seared fish served with unique sides. The Lure Oyster House serves a variety of fresh oysters, as well as unique specialties such as our renowned charbroiled oysters. Our bar features local wines and cocktails made with freshly squeezed fruit juices. The yellowtail snapper a la plancha ($34) was a tad overcooked, always a danger when dealing with thin and delicate fillets.