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Welcome to Kelly's Landing New England Seafood

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Welcome to Kelly's Landing New England Seafood, an inviting gem nestled in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This quaint establishment, located at 1305 SE 17th St, brings a whiff of the New England coastline right to your plate. With its cozy ambiance, friendly service, and delectable seafood dishes, it’s no wonder that Kelly’s Landing has captured the hearts of both locals and tourists alike.

What truly sets this restaurant apart is its authentic New England fare. As soon as you step inside, you are greeted with a rustic vibe, adorned with Red Sox memorabilia that evokes the charm of a Boston eatery. The diverse menu is a treasure trove for seafood lovers, boasting everything from lobster rolls and clam chowder to New England Steamers and Crab Cakes. Each dish is a celebration of coastal flavors, prepared with fresh ingredients that genuinely reflect the essence of New England cuisine.

Highlight Dishes

  • New England Clam Chowdah - A creamy delight filled with bite-sized clam bits that often receives rave reviews for its rich flavor.
  • Lobster Rangoons - A fantastic fusion of flavors, with succulent lobster and creamy cheese wrapped in a crispy wonton skin.
  • Steamed Littleneck Clams - Tender, juicy clams served with melted butter make for an irresistible starter.
  • Lobster Bomb - A culinary spectacle served in a sourdough loaf filled with lobster bisque, perfect for seafood enthusiasts.

Patrons have shared their love for the 1.25 to 2-pound lobsters, boiled to perfection and paired with drawn butter, enhancing an already indulgent experience. The friendly staff is always ready to recommend the perfect wine selection to complement each dish, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. Despite being a small establishment, the atmosphere feels warm and inviting—a place where you can gather with family and friends over plates brimming with mouth-watering seafood.

However, be mindful of the location; traffic can be a hassle, but as many customers have noted, the charm of Kelly’s Landing makes the journey well worth it. Whether you're on vacation or a local craving a taste of home, Kelly's Landing offers an affordable yet exceptional dining experience.

If you find yourself in Fort Lauderdale, don’t miss out on this New England seafood haven. From the cozy decor to the scrumptious seafood dishes, Kelly's Landing is a testament to what it means to enjoy authentic coastal cuisine in a casual, welcoming environment.

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Patricia P.
Patricia P.

I love the lobster tail and soups there. Everything is always good and will not hesitate to go back. However the traffic in the area makes the trip annoying

Chrisy J.
Chrisy J.

I was on vacation with my sisters in the Fort Lauderdale area. One of my sisters found this amazing place! The atmosphere is very cozy and family friendly. Great service and delicious food. The price was extremely affordable, especially for the amount of food you received. I love shrimp so I ordered the shrimp scampi and fire cracker shrimp from the appetizers. Both were amazing! Can't wait to come back on vacation to eat here again!

Jerry C.
Jerry C.

We've been landing here for a few years as Kelly's is about the only Boston/New England restaurant near us serving huge whole Maine lobsters or lobstahs. We usually get the 2 or 2.25 pounders. So yummy and boiled to perfection! I also love the steamed Little Neck clams. I'm not a huge fan of the larger New England Steamers, but my friends like them so we order both. The New England Clam Chowdah is delicious with a lot of clam bits, and comes in a mug. I like it better than their sometimes special Lobstah Corn Chowdah. The setting is super casual, with a friendly, homey authentic New England vibe, so feel free to make a mess after you put on your bib. You can't really go wrong at Kelly's Landing. Just make sure your entire party arrives on time. You won't be seated until the perpetually late stragglers in your group get there.

Amber J.
Amber J.

Quaint, Boston-centered ode to seafood. Clean bathrooms, Red Sox decor, tvs showing various games. Small bar in the back, they move tables as necessary for group size. Cute New England accents in the menu. Service was ridiculously welcoming, friendly, fast, and full of wonderful suggestions and recommendations. Our table shared the mussels (buttery, garlicky, oniony. No sandy mussels, all were full of flavor) and lobster Rangoon (tasty with a great dipping sauce), and I also had the New England clam chowder, which was honestly some of the best I've ever had. Definitely top three, without having a blind taste test. Lobster roll initially seemed small, but was actually very substantial and filling. The roll was buttery without being greasy, plenty of lobster in every bite. Coleslaw was great, not too sweet or too vinegary. My wife got the lobster bomb, which is a big sourdough loaf overflowing with lobster bisque, garnished with large chunks of lobster claw meat. I was consistently impressed by the generous amount of lobster we got - everywhere that a dish could have been light on lobster was actually the opposite. We loved what we ate and there are a bunch of other things I'd like to try next time we visit. Highly recommend to shellfish enthusiasts as well as Boston faithful.

Dan A.
Dan A.

We wanted seafood and, from a few options, Kelly's was the one. We called to ask if they took reservations-they don't and the kind lady told us it's usually 30 or so minutes wait for a Thursday night around 6:45. After about 40 minutes, we lucked out and were seated outside. Located at the end of a mini strip mall, smaller spot with some outdoor seating and a cozy Bar area. When you walk in you feel like you're in a Boston restaurant and not in Ftl. The special for the evening (Thursdays) was 1/2 price bottles of wine-they only serve beer/wine. We ordered a Pinot Noir (Stag-we liked it) and had some while waiting for our table. A good amount of menu options that connected well to this spot's New England vibe/atmosphere billing. Note-Servers are moving and hustling so make sure you don't get in their way or you'll get some S. Boston style "excuse me." We started with the New England Steamers (ordered large -this is the way to go) and the Stuffed Quahogs (had to order just on the name alone). Steamers were tasty and our first-time tasting Quahogs which stood out. Stuffed with a Chorizo mixture, this clam concoction was delicious and a must try! For main, we wanted a whole Lobster but 1 pounders were sold out-only 2+ pounders were left so decided to go with the Lobster Scampi based on our server's recommendation. Scampi had a generous portion of lobster and was excellent. Also, ordered Kelley's medley. Perfect size entree with seasoned and baked seafood medley-delicious! We had a bit of a wait for our entrees-they were somewhat backed up in the kitchen but our server took some time to talk to us while we waited which was a nice touch. Our dinner was well worth the wait. Kelly, our server, was exceptional and took great care of us! Pleasantly surprised by this spot-fresh and tasty seafood and great value for menu. Been around since 1987-Don't miss the Quahogs!

Blake Z.
Blake Z.

Birthdays come once year, but not everyone is born on a leap year. Looking to celebrate the special occasion, the family had went out tonight to Kelly's Landing! Going in, the place was packed. We wound up wating around 40 minutes, which isn't terrible given the foot traffic. Tonight we ordered 1x bowl of lobstah bisque, 1x dozen steamed clams, 1x seafood medley with coleslaw, 1x fried shrimp plate with fries, 1x scrod plate with a baked potato, and 1x key lime pie. Moving on with tonight's review; in contrast to my last reviews, the food was terrific! For starters, the soup had a subtly sweet and creamy lobster flavor that coated our taste buds nicely! The dozen steamed clams were small, but they did have a nice juicy bite and tasted great with melted butter! The seafood medley was terrific (HIGHLY RECOMMEND); never had non-seared fish and scallops so tender! The fried shrimp platter was good as always, that airy crispy battery never lacks and the shrimp tasted non frozen. No photos taken, but scrod was super flaky and mosit! The key lime pie had a great balance of tart and sweetness; nice light finish to the meal. Moreover, our server (from OH), was a stinker, but in a warm fuzzy kind of way which really elevated the service. Overall, we had a nice time and I think it's time we updated this review to a 5/5. Nice job :)

Frank S.
Frank S.

Food; authentic east coast seafood. I had the Baked Kelly's Medley; a Combination of scallops, scrod and shrimp. Excellent taste at a fair price. Service: 12 of us from Michigan just arrived and were seated together in 15-minutes. Ambiance; felt like we were eating in a pub in Bar Harbor.

Laura R.
Laura R.

A fish restaurant with the best lobster rolls and their crazy good tater tots. We ordered online today five lobster rolls at $22.50 plus a mandated side which was tater tots for an extra buck. Pick up was very easy and was ready within 10 minutes even though the restaurant was very busy. Parking is tight in this plaza but we found space around the corner.

Marie D.
Marie D.

I got this place from a friend who visits often, I can see why! we went early afternoon on a tuesday, this day the special was on the 2lb lobsters. They have specials everyday so be sure to ask or pull up on web site. Its a small quaint place that gets full but this day we walked in. We started each with a huge 2 1/4 lobster and loaded potato's. Where to start ? first with a bib and then go for the juicy succulent large claws soaked in butter. Delicious!! Our waitress & everyone was friendly. I think this place will become a habit :)

Melissa G.
Melissa G.

The perfect spot for quintessential seafood. Family owned, we were greeted with genuine warmth and interest in our well-being. Seating accommodations were made without issue. Quick! Visit this place soon before they realize they are charging too little for their tasty seafood. Really, it can't be beat. I had the mini fish platter with one generous piece of fried fish and chips for $12! Did I mention it comes with a bowl of the freshest, best tasting Clam Chowder I have had in decades? Ice cold beer, warm service, and straightforward seafood the way it should be done makes this place a total winner in my book.