Two Friends Patio Restaurant
American Restaurants • Breakfast
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.
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.
Pepe's Cafe Key West
American Restaurants • Brunch
Eat at one of the oldest eating houses in the Florida Keys! Established in 1909, Pepe's is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Serving traditional breakfast, try some of their homemade sweet breads and freshly squeezed orange juice. For lunch, try their popular steak sandwich with chunks of tender beef grilled and served on a hoagie roll. This place is for you!
Eat at one of the oldest eating houses in the Florida Keys! Established in 1909, Pepe's is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Serving traditional breakfast, try some of their homemade sweet breads and freshly squeezed orange juice. For lunch, try their popular steak sandwich with chunks of tender beef grilled and served on a hoagie roll. This place is for you!
Key West Cooking Show
A chef-storyteller guides each demonstration-style class on Key West staple recipes that have been passed down through generations for over a century.
A chef-storyteller guides each demonstration-style class on Key West staple recipes that have been passed down through generations for over a century.
Latitudes
American Restaurants • Local 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Roostica Wood Fire Pizzeria
Italian Restaurants • Pizza 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.
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.
5 Brothers Grocery and Sandwich Shop
Coffee Shops • Cuban 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.
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.
La Tratorria Oceanside
Italian Restaurants • Waterfront 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.
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 Trattorria
Italian Restaurants
La Tratorria offers an elegant taste of Italy in the Southernmost City. The elegant atmosphere is only exceeded by their extensive menu of Italian specialties such as antipasti, pastas baked lasagnas, meats and seafoods, all prepared to order. La Tratorria features one of the finest wine selections on the island.
La Tratorria offers an elegant taste of Italy in the Southernmost City. The elegant atmosphere is only exceeded by their extensive menu of Italian specialties such as antipasti, pastas baked lasagnas, meats and seafoods, all prepared to order. La Tratorria features one of the finest wine selections on the island.
Louie's Backyard
Seafood Restaurants • Tapas
Enjoy the culinary genius of chef Doug Shook with his creative lunch and dinner menus. Dine indoors or out with fresh seafood, organic produce and water views that make Louie’s the perfect Key West dining experience. The Upper Deck offers a lighter tapas style menu with a wine and drink list to complement the flavors. It offers the perfect setting for tasting and sipping. A favorite for locals and visitors since 1983.
Enjoy the culinary genius of chef Doug Shook with his creative lunch and dinner menus. Dine indoors or out with fresh seafood, organic produce and water views that make Louie’s the perfect Key West dining experience. The Upper Deck offers a lighter tapas style menu with a wine and drink list to complement the flavors. It offers the perfect setting for tasting and sipping. A favorite for locals and visitors since 1983.
La Te Da
American Restaurants
La Terreza de Marti is ground zero for dining and drinks on Duval Street. Located in the historic home where Cuban Patriot Jose Marti gave his fiery speeches, La Te Da offers visitors fine dining, lively entertainment in the cabaret bar and an iconic gathering place. Known for their wonderful brunches featuring an extensive selection of Benedicts, La Te Da has been the place to see and be seen for over 30 years.
La Terreza de Marti is ground zero for dining and drinks on Duval Street. Located in the historic home where Cuban Patriot Jose Marti gave his fiery speeches, La Te Da offers visitors fine dining, lively entertainment in the cabaret bar and an iconic gathering place. Known for their wonderful brunches featuring an extensive selection of Benedicts, La Te Da has been the place to see and be seen for over 30 years.
Better Than Sex
Dessert • Ice Cream Shops
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.
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.
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.
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.
Blackfin Bistro
Local Seafood • Seafood Restaurants
Offering breakfast (all day until 5pm!) lunch and dinner, the Blackfin offers a wide range of plates to satisfy any appetite. Charcuterie, seafood, fritatas, salads, pasta and their out-of-this world burgers make Blackfin a favorite of locals and visitors alike. Guests will find a beer menu with both domestic and imported as well as an extensive wine list by the glass and bottle.
Offering breakfast (all day until 5pm!) lunch and dinner, the Blackfin offers a wide range of plates to satisfy any appetite. Charcuterie, seafood, fritatas, salads, pasta and their out-of-this world burgers make Blackfin a favorite of locals and visitors alike. Guests will find a beer menu with both domestic and imported as well as an extensive wine list by the glass and bottle.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pinchers Crab Shack
Local Seafood • 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.
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.
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.
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.
Half Shell Raw Bar
Dive Bars • Local Seafood
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.
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.
Prime 951
Steakhouses
This is the ideal place for fresh local seafood and choice cut beef that can be perfectly paired with a great selection of boutique wines and original martinis. Prime 951 is known for their traditional style of steak on cutting boards with sides of roasted garlic and authentic steak sauce. Prime 951 offers an elegant dining experience in the heart of the Historic Key West Seaport.
This is the ideal place for fresh local seafood and choice cut beef that can be perfectly paired with a great selection of boutique wines and original martinis. Prime 951 is known for their traditional style of steak on cutting boards with sides of roasted garlic and authentic steak sauce. Prime 951 offers an elegant dining experience in the heart of the Historic Key West Seaport.
Nine One Five
American Restaurants • Local Seafood
915 features all kinds of delicious fare. The menu features a large selection of tasting plates and entrees such as Asian-inspired seafood to fresh pizza and grass fed beef burgers. Nestled in a restored Victorian home, with a balcony that overlooks Duval Street and a rear porch that gives guests a perfect view of the stars, it’s easy to have parties, weddings, receptions, and other functions.
915 features all kinds of delicious fare. The menu features a large selection of tasting plates and entrees such as Asian-inspired seafood to fresh pizza and grass fed beef burgers. Nestled in a restored Victorian home, with a balcony that overlooks Duval Street and a rear porch that gives guests a perfect view of the stars, it’s easy to have parties, weddings, receptions, and other functions.
Harpoon Harry’s
American Restaurants • Breakfast
A truly local joint with delicious food and friendly staff. Breakfast with homemade biscuits is available all day long. Their lunch menu is full of homemade meal selections… Blueplate specials, half-pound hamburgers, all kinds of wraps, hot chili, soups, and salads. Don’t forget about their southern selection of desserts. Full bar and for music lovers, open mic night every Monday. Located in the Historic Seaport District.
A truly local joint with delicious food and friendly staff. Breakfast with homemade biscuits is available all day long. Their lunch menu is full of homemade meal selections… Blueplate specials, half-pound hamburgers, all kinds of wraps, hot chili, soups, and salads. Don’t forget about their southern selection of desserts. Full bar and for music lovers, open mic night every Monday. Located in the Historic Seaport District.
Salute!
Italian Restaurants • Waterfront Dining
Enjoyed by locals and guests alike, Salute! On The Beach offers fresh seafood, Italian classics, and savory salads. This lovely beach café is the perfect place for a combination of fine dining, great sights, and water activities all on Higgs Beach. Whether you’re dropping in for lunch, a swim, a delicious tropical drink or a sunset dinner, Salute! On The Beach is the ideal atmosphere for those seeking a true Key West experience.
Enjoyed by locals and guests alike, Salute! On The Beach offers fresh seafood, Italian classics, and savory salads. This lovely beach café is the perfect place for a combination of fine dining, great sights, and water activities all on Higgs Beach. Whether you’re dropping in for lunch, a swim, a delicious tropical drink or a sunset dinner, Salute! On The Beach is the ideal atmosphere for those seeking a true Key West experience.
Margaritaville Café
American Restaurants • Seafood Restaurants
Just the kind of place you’d expect to be cruising home from when you “blew out your flip flop and stepped on a pop-top.” The restaurant is located on popular Duval Street since 1987. Guests looking to escape from mundane and expected restaurants can have an authentic Key West experience here. Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville - a state of mind is now a state of being.
Just the kind of place you’d expect to be cruising home from when you “blew out your flip flop and stepped on a pop-top.” The restaurant is located on popular Duval Street since 1987. Guests looking to escape from mundane and expected restaurants can have an authentic Key West experience here. Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville - a state of mind is now a state of being.
Mangia Mangia
Delivery • Italian Restaurants
A favorite for both locals and visitors alike for delicious Italian fare with fresh, homemade pasta. They serve favorites like marinara and pesto and a Key West specialty, picadillo pasta. Seafood, salads and now gluten free pasta round out their menu, which can all be paired with something from their extensive wine list. Located on the corner of Southard and Margaret right smack dab in the heart of the Old Town neighborhood.
A favorite for both locals and visitors alike for delicious Italian fare with fresh, homemade pasta. They serve favorites like marinara and pesto and a Key West specialty, picadillo pasta. Seafood, salads and now gluten free pasta round out their menu, which can all be paired with something from their extensive wine list. Located on the corner of Southard and Margaret right smack dab in the heart of the Old Town neighborhood.
Blue Heaven
American Restaurants • Breakfast
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.
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.
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.
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.