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About 12A Buoy

12A Buoy is a welcoming seafood restaurant in Fort Pierce, Florida, where an airy setting, colorful exterior, and rustic atmosphere create an inviting backdrop for homestyle seafood dishes. Located at 22 Fishermans Wharf, this casual, cozy, and trendy eatery offers a comfortable place to enjoy lunch, dinner, dessert, or a relaxed solo meal.

With table service, comfortable seating, a bar on site, and a restroom, 12A Buoy makes it easy to settle in and enjoy a satisfying dining experience.

Guests can choose from outdoor seating, dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, and on-site services. The menu includes seafood-focused comfort food, healthy options, and small plates, complemented by beer, cocktails, wine, coffee, alcohol, and happy-hour drinks.

A great beer selection, great cocktails, a great wine list, and great dessert options give diners plenty of ways to tailor their visit, while live music and local specialties add to the restaurant’s appeal. Fast service makes 12A Buoy a convenient choice when you want a flavorful meal in a lively yet comfortable setting.

Accessibility is an important part of the experience, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. Reservations are accepted, although there is usually a wait, so planning ahead may be helpful. Customers rate 12A Buoy 4.50 out of 5 based on 4,259 reviews, reflecting its strong appeal among diners.

Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. For more information or to contact the restaurant, call +1 772-672-4524.

★★★★★ 4.50 rating (4259 reviews)
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12A Buoy interior
Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Sammy Padgett

Sammy Padgett

3 weeks ago

Wow found this place while out cruising the ICW. Great service. Mgr came out talked with us a bit. We felt like we were at our home time bar.

T V

T V

4 months ago

We had the fresh catch “yellow snapper” and the conch chowder. Wonderful fresh food and with excellent presentation. Very cool atmosphere both inside and on the patio. Lively crowd and popular so get there early.

Sam Shaw

Sam Shaw

2 weeks ago

This place was phenomenal. It definitely lives up to its name as a hidden treasure. The most amazing food, huge portions, the freshest seafood we’ve ever had. Russel was our server, he was so attentive and knowledgeable of the menu and the restaurant. We sat on the patio it was a beautiful atmosphere. We will absolutely be back. The peanut butter pie is a MUST. It was SO good, worth every penny.

Yoshie

Yoshie

5 months ago

We came here first time. Seems so popular then we waited over 30min in weekday. Restaurant is near the water then small fishing boats are in and out next door. It's fun to watch it. We wanted to have seafood and all order is so delicious. Highly recommend place.

Joe Rubino

Joe Rubino

4 months ago

I've been here a few times and walked away due to the wait. Last night I went with another couple and decided to grind it out for the 45 minute wait. After we got our table we're informed that the kitchen is small and it is a scratch kitchen. This place is worth every minute of weight and every dollar in the quality, the presentation and the taste of every dish they serve is somewhat unique. We sat outside with view of the water. One of the few places I found that actually serves Florida lobster. We will definitely be back!

BB

BB

5 months ago

Lovely place with inside and outside seating. Marisa C was our server and she was polite, kind, and attentive. I always get a few apps to share with my family because there are so many wonderful options that it’s so hard to choose! (A good problem to have) Both their lunch and dinner menus host a wide variety of entrees. Beer and wine only but they have a great sangria. I prefer the red, but I’ve had the white too.

Patricia Finney

Patricia Finney

3 months ago

FANTASTIC! Wish I could remember the name of the lady at the Seven Gables House who recommended this place when I asked where she would eat. So happy and we went and definitely going back before we head out on our next leg of camping… no cooking for me!!😁Thank you Deana for a wonderful welcoming and for following up periodically…and for helping clean tables. That’s a team! Toni was a spectacular server and I loved her knowledge of different oysters… although I will eat them all. Conch chowder was chock full of conch. My shrimp were as advertised “ lightly breaded and flash-fried”. Thanks again Toni for leading me there vice a sandwich. And the FINALE, crab cake. Coming from a Maryland gal, she gave the cake 5 stars plus. She tossed the bread aside!

Valentina Nova

Valentina Nova

4 months ago

We came on a busy Saturday afternoon and even though the wait was about 45 minutes it was so worth it! The atmosphere here is so nice for even a more upscale restaurant. Indoors it’s classic and boat esque while the outside is relaxing and very laid back, with fun sights like bar cats and lizards. The space is overall well put together and inviting. The service was friendly and quick always checking on us. The food was top tier, we ordered the bang bang shrimp (can’t miss), ahi tuna, and fresh catch. Everything was absolutely scrumptious, and to finish off we had their iconic key lime pie! Definitely a must visit!

Let's Go!

Let's Go!

5 months ago

Visiting from out of state and dropped in. We were told a 40 minute wait, but it was more like 20. Service was impeccable. Our server was Russell M. We ordered the Onion Straws, Lobster Alfredo pasta and Shrimp tacos. Everything was delicious. The food was cooked perfectly and presented well. Russell provided great service by refilling drinks and bringing additional ranch for onion strings. He offered feedback for suggestions and provided service with a smile. If we're ever in the area again, we'll certainly drop in. Thanks for the good experience.

Jinett Bennett

Jinett Bennett

month ago

Experiencing exceptional cuisine is always a delight! 😋 From the surprisingly exquisite Miami soup that left me in awe, to the impeccably fresh and delicious groper, every dish was a culinary masterpiece. I truly savored each and every bite. This dining experience was certainly one for the books! #Foodie #FineDining #CulinaryExcellence #Delicious

Frequently Asked Questions

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Healthy options
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Usually a wait
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

22 Fishermans Wharf, Fort Pierce, FL 34950, United States

Reservations

+1 772-672-4524

Hours

Open Now · Wednesday 11 AM-8 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11 AM-8 PM
Thursday 11 AM-8 PM
Friday 11 AM-9 PM
Saturday 11 AM-9 PM
Sunday 11 AM-8 PM
Monday 11 AM-8 PM
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