Conch Fritter Stand
American Restaurants • Local Seafood
A Key West tradition for generations, the Conch Fritter Stand offers the island's best conch fritters using the Curry Family recipe. Local seafood with homemade sauces are favorites of locals and visitors alike. Located just outside the Key West Aquarium in historic Mallory Square.
Fisherman's Cafe
American Restaurants • Breakfast
A new face for an old Key West classic; charming and nostalgic Fisherman’s Café offers locals and visitors delicious island favorites with a modern twist. Located on Elizabeth Street, in the Historic Seaport, this walk-up eatery is the rebirth of an old local favorite, where conchs came to swap stories and catch up on the news of the day. Stop in for a café con leche, a hearty breakfast sandwich or a fresh-caught hogfish sandwich at lunch.
Blue Heaven
American Restaurants • Brunch
Blue Heaven serves famous and premiere Caribbean dishes, seafood, and a wide variety of vegetarian options. From Key Lime honey glazes to scallop sauce at dinner to legendary pancakes for breakfast, Chef Dan’s food is divine. Don’t miss Bananas Heaven, their signature dessert. Situated on the corner of Petronia and Thomas streets in the heart of Bahama Village, it is known for its popular brunches and roaming chickens.
Tin Cup Chalice Bar & Chill
American Restaurants • Caribbean
Whether you’re in the mood for a classic rum runner or our signature frozen concoction, it’s always 5 o’clock at Tin Cup Chalice Bar & Chill. This poolside paradise serves up a spectacular array of tasty tropical beverages and bites throughout the day and well into the night. Located on the Margaritaville Beach House grounds.
Mary Ellen's Bar & Restaurant
American Restaurants • Cocktail Bars
Mary Ellen's Bar & Restaurant is nestled on Appelrouth Lane, right off of the famous Duval Street. They are known for beer and cocktails, as well as the cheesiest grilled cheese sandwiches and an extensive beer can collection.
Milagro Restaurant and Bar
American Restaurants • Local Seafood
Milagro, meaning "miracle" in Spanish, is a true gem for dining in Key West. Established and operated by husband and wife Kevin and Maggie Montoya. Milagro offers local seafood, wood grilled steaks and chops with a Spanish flare. Great wine selection and craft cocktails.
The Flaming Buoy Filet Co.
American Restaurants • Local Seafood
An "only in Key West" restaurant, The Flaming Buoy Filet Co. makes a statement on the hushed stage of a residential neighborhood. Whether from a porch seat next to pots of herbs, or inside a white dining room accented in orange, dining the Flaming Buoy way is delicious and fun.
Ingrid's Key West Kitchen
American Restaurants • Local Seafood
Ingrid's Key West Kitchen is a casual spot for great sandwiches, wraps, street tacos, homemade soups, salads, and fresh island flavors served with a smile!
South of the Seven
American Restaurants • Burgers
Owners Chef Paul Kapsalis and Kris Kubik share a simple philosophy, a memorable dining experience is not the result of just great food, or wine, or service, or even ambience. It’s not any one of these, but all of them. A truly memorable dining experience is time deliciously spent. They share a passion and commitment, a passion for the experience, for perfecting and sharing the art of dining, and a commitment to hard work and high standards, to providing quality and excellence to their guests.
Moondog Cafe
American Restaurants • Bakeries
Visit Moondog Cafe & Bakery, right next door to the historical Hemingway House in Bahama Village, downtown Key West. Serving up your favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Offering a wide selection of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Even in their bakery!
Origami
American Restaurants • Sushi Bars
If you're looking for some of the finest sushi in Key West, consider Origami Sushi Bar. They serve some of the best Japanese sushi bar specials! Choose from a variety of spicy rolls and Origami special rolls, made fresh with the finest ingredients.
The Breakfast Club, Too
American Restaurants • Breakfast
The Breakfast Club, Too's food is guaranteed to fill your bellies and have you ready for the day ahead. The lobster benedict, chorizo rosti, stuffed french toasts, housemade corned beef hash and rosemary dijon sausage are just a few of the house favorites. Oh, and make sure to try their scratch cheddar biscuits, they aren't to be missed!
Hogfish Bar and Grill
American Restaurants • Caribbean
A true locals’ spot overlooking Safe Harbor on Stock Island, is the Hogfish Bar and Grill. Don’t leave without tasting their signature Killer Hogfish Sandwich or Fried Hogfish Benedict. Or how about a Po' Boy or Lobster BLT? Burgers, Tacos, Fish & Chips and decadent soups and chowders. Bring you catch. They will cook that too! Live Music on the weekends make the Hogfish an island gem.
Café Marquesa
American Restaurants • Dessert
No visit to Key West is complete without a trip to Café Marquesa, a local and tourist favorite Key West restaurant. For a memorable dining experience, Café Marquesa’s "Contemporary American Cuisine” does not disappoint. Specialties include grilled meats and fresh, local seafood, complemented by inventive appetizers and salads as well as fresh baked breads and desserts made daily.
Shor
American Restaurants • Breakfast
Experience Hyatt's signature Key West restaurant, SHOR. The best of the area's fresh-off-the-boat seafood can be found at their Key West, Florida restaurant, beloved by guests and locals alike.
Ocean Grill and Bar
American Restaurants • Breakfast
Ocean Grill & Bar is in many ways a testimony to the bounty of the sea, the adaptability of creating wondrous dishes from the vast variety of life beneath the waves and the endless multitude of flavors created by cultures all across the world using all manner of natures riches to bring out the natural beauty of seafood.
New York Pasta Garden
American Restaurants • BBQ and Soul Food
Established in 1989. The huge portions and creative cuisine quickly made New York Pasta Garden a favorite. The fresh seafood and friendly staff will keep you coming back for more!
Thirsty Mermaid
American Restaurants • Burgers
The Thirsty Mermaid serves only the finest ingredients. Including fresh local catch, as well as an array of oysters and other choice seafood items for all those thirsty mermaids. Not to mention, an extensive list of craft beers and wines.
DJ's Clam Shack
American Restaurants • Caribbean
Since 2009, this Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives featured restaurant is a must. DJ's Clam Shack features the best of seafood from the North and the South. Whether you get their world famous clams or lobster roll DJ's Clam Shack offers some of the best seafood in Key West.
Azur
American Restaurants • Breakfast
Azur is a unique dining experience featuring Mediterranean specialties. Whether you choose their shaded terrace or the comfort of their dining room, you are in for a completely different dining experience in Old Town, Key West. Azur is a must on your list of innovative-chef restaurants in Key West.
