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Key West Restaurants

Better Than Sex

Dessert

Better than Sex is Key West’s dessert only restaurant. Set in an very intimate atmosphere the mood is set the minute you walk in…and that's before the aroma of decadence takes over with such mouth watering deserts as Banana Bazooka, Kinky Key Lime, Cookie Nookie Pie and the Master Chef winner, Better Than Sex, with deep dark chocolate. Top them off with a chocolate-rimmed glass of your favorite wine.
The Raw Machine

BreakfastVegetarian

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.
Hot Tin Roof

American RestaurantsLocal Seafood

Hot Tin Roof is place to watch sunset and enjoy fine elegant dining. Given its location overlooking the Key West Harbor, Hot Tin Roof specializes in seafood. Start with a ceviche or yellowfin tuna tataki from their raw bar or Florida lobster quesadilla with mango. Dinner features grilled local grouper and yellow tail and the chef’s surf & turf creation. Hot Tin Paella is an island favorite. Beef filet, pork tenderloin chicken and pasta round out the menu. A fabulous wine list to complement the meal is available along with a full bar.
5 Brothers Grocery and Sandwich Shop

Coffee ShopsCuban Restaurants

It doesn’t get any more local than Five Brothers. Combine the best café con leche and bucchi on the island with one of their delicious breakfast sandwiches or butter Cuban toast and you will be set. Their daily lunch specials include Cuban mixes, Fried Grouper Sandwich & our BBQ Pork Sandwich. Daily specials Picadillo, Oxtail and Ropa Vieja and their Cuban mixes, fried grouper and BBQ pork sandwiches are second to none.
Frita's Cuban Burgers

BurgersCoffee 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.
Fogarty's Restaurant

American RestaurantsBurgers

A locals' favorite! Situated in the famous Fogarty House on the corner of Duval and Caroline Streets, this restaurant serves up healthy sized portions of great American fare and local seafood. Fogarty's famous outdoor patio is great for people watching. Don't forget to visit their well known Flying Monkey Bar for a fabulous frozen treat!
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.
Sandy's Cafe

American RestaurantsCuban Restaurants

Sandy’s sidewalk window is legendary for locals and visitors alike to get their bucchi fix and to find out the lasted gossip in town. Their full menu with Sandy’s Think Big Sandwiches, breakfast wraps, tacos, burritos, nachos, fish and chips, quesadilla, soups and salads, is available 24 hours a day for that late night craving for a delicious Cuban mix or café con leche.
Lola's Bistro

Italian Restaurants

An Italian eclectic BYOB restaurant with a bohemian vibe!
La Tratorria Oceanside

Italian RestaurantsWaterfront Dining

Featuring the same delicious Italian cuisine and libations as the Old Town restaurant, La Tratorria Oceanside offers diners a taste of Italy overlooking the beautiful Atlantic Ocean.
La Grignote

BakeriesBreakfast

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.
Benihana

Japanese RestaurantsSushi 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.
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.
Hog’s Breath Saloon

American RestaurantsHappy Hour Bars

For 25 years, the Hog’s Breath Saloon has served cold drinks, delicious food and live music in their outdoor tropical setting and in the rustic, cool interior of the bar! “Hog’s breath is better than no breath at all!” Enjoy the cool, air -conditioned interior or have a drink outside! Check out their three live webcams or purchase one of their famous t-shirts in the mercantile store!
Thirsty Mermaid

American RestaurantsBurgers

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.
Bel Mare

Italian RestaurantsLocal Seafood

Bel Mare means ‘beautiful sea’ in Italian. That is exactly what you’ll experience when you dine with at Bel Mare. From the amazing views overlooking the historic Key West Bight to the beautifully fresh food that comes from that same ocean. Enjoy homemade pasta dishes, creatively crafted cocktails and an extensive wine list!
Thai Island

Outdoor SeatingThai Food

Enjoy the flavors of Thailand as you overlook Garrison Bight and historic Charter Boat Row. Using the freshest of ingredients and locally grown Thai herbs and spices, Thai Island brings their delicious cuisine to Key West. Curries, stir fries, rice, noodles and seafood along with a sushi and sake bar make Thai Island a Key West favorite.
Five Guys Burger and Fries

American RestaurantsBurgers

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.
Origami

American RestaurantsSushi 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.
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.
Roostica Wood Fire Pizzeria

Italian RestaurantsPizza Parlors

With its large wood burning, the aroma of Neopolitan pizza taste of the old country is alive in Key West. Roostica features mouthwatering red, white and stuffed pizzas using only the freshest ingredients. A large selection of crisp salads, antipasti and wine by the glass are a great way to start a meal. Don’t’ forget to try their famous Lemoncello wood fired wings, and on Sundays gravy and meatballs served family style.
Latitudes

American RestaurantsLocal Seafood

Located on the exclusive Sunset Key, the perfect breakfast lunch or dinner is just a ferry ride away at Latitudes. Chef Todd uses locally sourced fish, tropical fish and ingredients to create and ever evolving menu that includes island favorites such as the pan-seared snapper with risotto or the Wagyu beef skirt steak crusted with honey and ancho with roasted garlic. Dine indoors or out with the sand between your toes.
Banana Cafe

BreakfastDessert

Key West’s only French Bistro serves up breakfast, lunch and dinner with fresh pastries and omelets, sweet and savory crepes and galletes, salads and sandwiches fresh baked baguettes. A large selection of international wines complement the decadent dinner menu of French onion soup, pate, seafood and succulent meats. Dine indoor or enjoy outdoor patio dining overlooking Duval Street.
Antonia's Restaurant

American RestaurantsItalian Restaurants

A Key West landmark for locals and visitors alike for over 30 years! They proudly serve classic Italian cuisine, handmade pasta created in-house daily, finely crafted sauces, pristine local seafood, choice chops and steaks, decadent deserts, a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list representing the best of both the old world and the new, and a carefully curated full bar. Their menu showcases inventive meals, but never strays far away from the traditional homemade classics.
Moondog Cafe

American RestaurantsBakeries

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!