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The Gafford, Stuart, FL

The Gafford

4.8 (3317)
$30 and under
Comfort Food
47 SW Flagler Avenue, Stuart, FL 34994

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
Elizabeth and I were very excited to open our restaurant in Downtown Stuart. After years of visiting our parents our hearts led us back here each time we considered a different location. Our son Taylor (our Executive Chef) and I, both have a culinary education and all three of us are extremely passionate about quality food,drinks and hospitality. We thoroughly enjoy taking great care of our guests. “the Gafford” is named after my grandparents who taught us how to enjoy life, have fun and laugh (especially at ourselves). My grandfather was in the Air Force and hospitality business all of his life and taught me so much about business, cooking and hospitality. I can remember when I was young visiting my grandparents on their farm. My grandfather used to teach me how to grill. My favorite dish to cook together was a giant Ribeye steak. On our menu, that is our signature item and we call it “the Gafford.” Welcome to the Gafford where casual meets upscale.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Sunday, Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Taylor Wilson
  • Private party facilities
    We have semi-private dining that can comfortably seat up to 40 guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Stuart
  • Cross street
    Colorado
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • Sip, Sip, Hooray! 🍷 Half-Off Wine Night!

    Multiple dates available
    Sip, Sip, Hooray! 🍷 Half-Off Wine Night! Cheers to good times and great deals! Enjoy 1/2 OFF all bottles of wine tonight. Whether you’re celebrating or just winding down, we’ve got the perfect pour for you. Join us and make your evening extra special—because wine not?"
    Sip, Sip, Hooray! 🍷 Half-Off Wine Night! Photo

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What 3,317 people are saying

The Gafford reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Treasure Coast

    Best Value

  • Treasure Coast

    Great for fine wines

  • Martin County

    Best Overall

  • Martin County

    Best Food

  • Martin County

    Best Service

  • Martin County

    Best Value

  • Martin County

    Healthy

  • Martin County

    Neighborhood gem

  • Martin County

    Great for fine wines

  • Martin County

    Good for special occasions

  • Martin County

    Lively

  • Martin County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Gafford in Stuart is a culinary gem, offering "amazing food and service." Known for its "delicious crab cakes," "perfectly cooked salmon," and "exceptional swordfish," it consistently delights patrons. The restaurant's "friendly staff" and "creative cocktails" enhance the dining experience, making it a favorite for both locals and visitors.
3,317 Reviews
  1. Rachel VIP

    Coastal Georgia19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the bar with Ian and everything was awesome! Great food and service!
    The GaffordResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Rachel, thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Gafford. It's always a pleasure to know that our food and service met your expectations. We're committed to providing our guests with exceptional experiences and your kind words affirm that we're on the right track. We hope to welcome you back soon for another awesome dining experience! We'll pass along your praise to Ian as well. Cheers, Rick

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  2. Maria

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time going to the Gafford restaurant to celebrate my two granddaughters his birthday. We arrived, and we were seated immediately after making reservations a couple of months ahead we were taken to our table gave him a little card, saying happy birthday to our granddaughters, our service was amazing. The food was outstanding. The martinis were fabulous. Two desserts were given to us for the birthday girls at no cost the manager of the restaurant wanted to make sure that we were very happy with our food and the service I would never think twice of not going back to this wonderful restaurant in downtown Stuart.
    The GaffordResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Maria! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful birthday celebration at The Gafford. It's great to know that our team was able to make your granddaughters' special day even more memorable. We're also glad you enjoyed our food, martinis, and desserts. We always strive to give our customers the best possible experience, and we're glad to know we hit the mark for you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  3. John VIP

    New York City93 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Still our favorite restaurant in Stuart. I generally have fish and last nights Halibut was terrific. They really know how to cook a fish to bring out the best in it. My friend had the Shrimp and grits and it was excellent Service was very good so you can't ask for more.
    The GaffordResponded 2 days ago
    Hey John, Thanks so much for your kind words and the fantastic rating! We're thrilled to hear that The Gafford is still your favorite restaurant in Stuart. It's great to know that you enjoyed our Halibut (always one of my favorites) and that our Shrimp and Grits dish hit the spot. We take pride in our culinary skills and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded in doing so. Thank you again for your support and for choosing The Gafford. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, Rick

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  4. Al VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food prepared to perfection (Shrimp & Grits, pork chop). Grilled Avocado is a must try, delicious. Hostess and servers took very good care of us.
    The GaffordResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Al, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal at The Gafford! It's wonderful to know that our Shrimp & Grits and pork chop hit the mark for you, and that the Grilled Avocado was a hit. We're also glad that our team provided excellent service. Your kind words mean a lot to us and motivate us to continue delivering top-notch service. We hope to see you again soon for more delicious meals and memorable experiences. Best regards, The Management Team

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  5. michelle VIP

    Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. Food was delicious! Highly recommend the crab cakes and salmon! We don’t usually return back to a restaurant while vacationing but we will return!
    The GaffordResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Michelle, We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at The Gafford! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our delicious food, especially the crab cakes and salmon. We always aim to provide excellent service and it's great to hear that you appreciated it. We're delighted that you decided to return during your vacation and we're looking forward to serving you again soon! Best regards, Rick

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  6. Lucy VIP

    West Palm Beach38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always the best choice! Enjoy bringing guests! NEVER experienced anything but fabulous!
    The GaffordResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Lucy! We're thrilled to hear that you always choose The Gafford for a fantastic experience. It's wonderful to know that you enjoy our food and service. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming your guests back soon! Rick

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  7. Linda VIP

    Orlando / Central Florida East17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was perfect!!! Kyle, our waiter, was great as was all the food we ordered. Has always been one of my favorite restaurants in the area.

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  8. Maryann VIP

    West Palm Beach38 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    just the special lobster/crab soup was extra salty so inedible. all other dinners were fine

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  9. Nash

    Treasure Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place, would come back to try out some other things. Listen to the server's recommendations—they're good.

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  10. Ellyn VIP

    West Palm Beach23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My absolute favorite restaurant...here or elsewhere!

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FAQs

The Gafford offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (772) 221-9517.

The Gafford is rated 4.8 stars by 3317 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Gafford

47 SW Flagler Avenue, Stuart, FL 34994

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Colorado
  • Neighborhood
    Stuart
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Sunday, Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Taylor Wilson
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
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