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- RRichardVIPKey West / Florida Keys •105 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWonderful food & service. Great experience as always!More infoTown Hall - FlorencePrice: Moderate• American• Florence•4.7
- GGarySouth Carolina •7 reviews5.0Dined on 13 Dec 2024Every thing was excellent! The service was top notch as always, and the food was amazingMore infoMill Pond SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steak• Rembert•4.8
- RRickeyVIPNew Orleans / Louisiana •33 reviews5.0Dined on 16 Dec 2021Mary was our waitress and she took very good care of us for our anniversary. She is very knowledgeable in several stations at Red Lobster. She fixed our drinks from the bar when we arrived. Then she chipped in and waited on our table. She checked on us several times and helped me with the portal when checking out our Bill. She made us feel special and was a fabulous waitress. Food was cooked to our liking and we would definitely go back.More infoRed Lobster - SumterPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Sumter•4.3
- OTOpenTable DinerSouth Carolina •1 review5.0Dined on 11 Dec 2021Enjoy our Christmas Lunch 🎄More infoRed Bone Alley Restaurant - PRIORITY SEATINGPrice: Moderate• Unspecified• Florence•4.6
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Like much of South Carolina, Florence features a mix of flavors from both the sea and the low country when it comes to eating. There are a number of national chains to choose from, and you can also try out locally owned barbecue joints and diners. Seafood specialists often serve buffet or family-style meals, although you can also select some finer dining at a full-service seafood restaurant. For another delicious taste, you can find wood-fired pizza and hearty pastas at several Italian restaurants. Florence is home to a selection of modern American and bistro-style cuisines, with each eatery offering a slightly different style and flair. Some even work with local farms for the ultimate in fresh cooking, ensuring high-quality ingredients.
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