Rams Head Southernmost
Burgers • Caribbean
Rams Head was founded in Annapolis, Maryland and has been family owned and operated since 1989. With roots in Key West, Rams Head is proud to be part of the local community and is committed to providing the best in Food, Fun, and Beer.
Two Friends Patio Restaurant
Breakfast • Live Music
For over 40 years, this family-owned historic landmark has been serving the finest local seafood for lunch and dinner, while offering a sumptuous breakfast beginning at 8 a.m. From conch fritters to the best island steaks and ribs, Two Friends Patio offers true Key West flavor. Conveniently between the famous Mallory Square and Front Street. it features premiere outdoor dining experiences, the best Happy Hour and Karaoke shows.
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.
Pinchers Crab Shack
Seafood Restaurants
Pinchers Crab Shack’s motto is simple… you can’t fake fresh. They have always been dedicated to a singular mission: to serve seafood that has been caught by local fishermen who have fished in local waters for a local restaurant. Every morning, Southwestern Floridian fishermen leave Key West beaches to fish in the Gulf of Mexico. Every night, they return with the best that the Gulf has to offer and that seafood ends up freshly and deliciously prepared on Pinchers’ tables.
Sinz Burrito
Caribbean • Craft Beer
For those of you that like Chipotle this is the place for you! Always serving the freshest ingredients, Sinz Burritos is a place you cannot miss. Whether you get a bowl, tacos, or a burrito you will love it!
Cuban Coffee Queen
Coffee Shops • Sandwich Shops
Where the locals start their day with a piping hot cup of Café Con Leche and egg sandwich, the Cuban Coffee Queen serves up the hottest, most authentic Cuban Coffee, but they also serve delicious food. From fresh roasted Mojo pork to Havana rice and beans, the Cuban Coffee Queen has you and your appetite covered for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located in the Historic Key West Seaport, just minutes away from Mallory Square.
El Meson de Pepe
Caribbean Restaurants • Cuban Restaurants
Specializing in Cuban Conch cuisine, this family owned, Key West restaurant and Chef Pepe Diaz hae been bringing in locals and tourists alike since 1984. Chef Diaz dishes up such favorites as Picadillo, Ropa Vieja, Fambas Ala Plancha, Paella ala Pepe and his own family recipe for flan, and let’s not forget the island’s best Mojitos! Set in Mallory Square overlooking the harbor with live Latin music, El Meson is not to be missed.
Santiago's Bodega
Dessert • Mexican Restaurants
At Santiagos Bodega, guests enjoy a special dining menu and atmosphere. With a full tapas-style meal, soups, and salads served in an intimately elegant setting, Santiagos Bodega offers something that guests can’t find anywhere else on the island. Their menu features a large selection of beer, wine, sangria, ports, and sherries which have all have been hand-selected to be coupled with all the perfect and savory dishes on the menu.
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.
Kermit’s Cafe & Key Lime Pie Shop
Dessert • Grocery and Markets
A Key West institution that has been featured on the Food Network, Kermit’s Key Lime Pie Shop is the place for all things Key Lime: Key Lime cookies, Key Lime Pie, Key Lime Salsa, Key Lime Chutney, Key Lime Taffy, Key Lime Jelly Beans, Key Lime Tea, Key Lime Olive Oil, and so much more! There is something for everyone and for every cooking need. Just off Duval Street, try some free samples, and leave with a Key Lime treat.
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.
Five Guys Burger and Fries
American Restaurants • Burgers
Handcrafted Burgers and Fries since 1986! The place to get a fresh, juicy burger with all the toppings and fresh-cut fries cooked in pure peanut oil. Making five guys a hot spot for locals to enjoy a classic burger and fries. Offering almost 250,000 ways to customize your burger, five guys also servers hot dogs, and sandwiches.
Grand Café
American Restaurants • Cocktail Bars
Featuring one of the finest wine lists in Key West, the Grand Cafe is reminiscent of café dining in Europe. Situated in an old Victorian home, the Grand Café offers a full wrap-around porch for those lazier days with a great view of Duval Street perfect to people watch. Guests can enjoy a full selection of wine, martinis, beer and, of course, delectable seafood and fine meats.
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.
Benihana
Japanese Restaurants • Sushi Bars
Enjoy juicy steaks, fresh seafood and succulent chicken cooked to perfection hibachi style on the teppanyaki table. For lighter fare or appetizers, Benihana’s also features a full sushi bar with sushi and shashimi along with tropical drinks, full bar and cold and hot sakes that complement any meal. Benihana’s Key West offers Japanese dining overlooking the Atlantic Ocean that fun and delicious for the whole family.
Little Pearl
American Restaurants • Local Seafood
Nestled in the heart of Old Town and away from the bustling downtown streets of
Key West, Florida, sits an excellent spot for fresh local catch and innovative cuisine with a tropical twist.
Denny’s
American Restaurants • Burgers
In the mood for some strictly American food? Then head over to Key West’s Denny’s. Whether you’re craving breakfast, lunch, or dinner that’s only American, they have something to satisfy every guest’s appetite. From fluffy pancakes to crispy bacon or juicy hamburgers and salads, it’s all delicious at a quick and fair value. Just like any good traditional American diner, coffee pots are always hot and brewing.
El Siboney
Craft Beer • cuban
El Siboney is a Key West favorite for Cuban food. Palomilla steak, grilled chicken and selection of fresh fish complement local favorites Ropa Vieja, Picadillo, Cuban Roast beef. Black beans, rice, plantains come with every meal, so you will never leave hungry. For lighter fare, sandwiches and homemade soups. Finish up with something sweet with flan, rice pudding, natilla and guava cake. Another location can be found at 5510 3rd Ave, Stock Island, FL 33040.
Kim's Kuban
Breakfast • Coffee Shops
Get the best Cuban and Mexican food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! Find good homemade food at affordable prices with fast service from an authentic Cuban restaurant in operation for 25 years. Enjoy a fusion of Cuban and Mexican favorites like Cuban sandwiches, burritos, quesadillas, and tacos. Wake up with a cup of the best Cuban coffee in town.
Caroline's Cafe
American Restaurants • Burgers
Caroline's Cafe is a friendly, casual restaurant and bar in the heart of Key West. Caroline's menu has an array of amazing food, from seafood to fresh salads to island fare to their life-changing burger. Caroline's elevated seating area makes them a prime spot for people watching on Duval Street, especially during Fantasy Fest!
Croissants de France
Bakeries • Breakfast
A little bit of France can be found at Croissants de France with savory, warm, and flaky croissants, breads, beignets and pastries. All their pastry chefs are highly trained and make each individual creation uniquely delicious. If you’d rather dine on these delectable treats at the shop, then enjoy their garden style patio restaurant, Le Bistro, which serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
The Café
Seafood Restaurants • Vegetarian
A mostly vegetarian restaurant, although you will find seafood on the scrumptious menu, The Café is the most delectable vegan and vegetarian friendly restaurants in Key West. Everything homemade and fresh, with an impressive wine list, you will quickly discover their salads, stirfries, sandwiches and pizza are worth coming back for. And don’t get us stared about their clams Proevnçal!
Glazed Donuts
American Restaurants • Breakfast
Delicious homemade donuts made fresh every morning from scratch. With such mouthwatering flavors such as Banana Dulce de Leche, Apple Butter, Prickly Pear, Orange Cream-sicle, Pumpkin Pecan Praline, you are bound to fine one or two or three that you will love. Menu changes daily. Piping hot coffee both Cuban and American style. Open daily from 7 am to 3 pm.
Haagen-Dazs
Ice Cream Shops
Hot days call for cold treats. Even better… cold treats with pure and high quality ingredients. Häagen-Dazs embraces this philosophy and as a result, serves some of the best ice cream, sorbet, and frozen yogurt possible! For 50 years, Häagen-Dazs has dedicated themselves to create the perfect ice cream. So try some at either of the Key West locations.
The Raw Machine
Breakfast • Vegetarian
The Raw Machine is made with love and passion for healthy foods. The Raw Machine takes pride in making sure that all of their food is always fresh and organic. Their menu is full of homemade and original recipes as well as many vegan and gluten free options.
Half Shell Raw Bar
Local Seafood • Outdoor Seating
The only Key West restaurant that owns its own seafood market, you won’t find fresher fish, oysters or shrimp anywhere! Overlooking the historic Key West Bight, the Half Shell Raw Bar is a true Key West icon. Along with their oyster bar, the menu includes such seafood delights as broiled garlic crusted oysters, fish and chips, steamed clams, peel and eat shrimp, and so much more. Happy Hour is daily from 4:40 to 6:30.
Tavern N Town
American Restaurants
Located in the Beachside Resort & Residences, Tavern N Town features nightly entertainment to accompany a delicious menu filled with local seafood and steakhouse favorites. Overlooking the Tapas Tasting Theater kitchen, watch as Tavern N Town’s chefs prepare a pizzas, tapas, salads or delights from land and sea in an elegant, relaxed setting.
Schooner Wharf Bar
Happy Hour Bars • Live Music
Coined the "Last Little Piece of Old Key West, " it is located in the heart of the Historic Seaport on the water. The Schooner Wharf offers you and your dog a great place to drink, eat and watch the beautiful tall ships come and go. Charles Kuralut called the Schooner Wharf, This must be the center of the universe.” Once you visit, you know why.
Frita's Cuban Burgers
Burgers • Coffee Shops
Frita’s Cubano Cafe and Outdoor Grill, is just steps from the famous Duval Street! Try a Cuban Burger, a mouthwatering blend of beef and pork burger seasoned with Spanish spices and topped with a special sauce and crispy fried julienne potatoes, all sandwiched on a Cuban bun. Frita’s provides a variety of tastes and experiences like their signature Fritas, delicious pastries, ice cream scoops, and shakes made with locally crafted premium ice cream.
The Koffie House
Bakeries • Breakfast
The Koffie House is family owned and operated located on Greene Street in one of the oldest brick building in Key West , serving specialty coffee selections , delicious vegan/vegetarian friendly menu with freshly baked goods , natural organic cold pressed juices , nutritional smoothies , tapas style organic breakfast/lunch eats , protein energy bars and superfoods supplements. Better Choices = healthy lifestyle.
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.
La Grignote
Bakeries • Breakfast
La Grignote bakes their own bread in the back of the shop. Croissants and chocolate croissants are also baked daily. La Grignote also makes a full array of pastries including danish, muffins, and cookies.
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.
Chicos Cantina
Mexican Restaurants
Voted best Mexican restaurant for 12 years running, Chicos has family owned and operated since 1984. Using the freshest ingredients, Chicos brings the flavors of Mexico to Key West homemade tacos, burritos, fajitas, enchiladas, salads and their chipotle chicken and steak. Start your meal with a delicious glass of homemade sangria and a basket of chips and salsa. Dine indoors or out on breezy patio.