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.
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.
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.
Lagerheads Beach Bar and Watersports
Seafood Restaurants
Located at the foot of Simonton street and overlooking the Key West Harbor, Lagerheads offers a wide water activities for all ages. Harbor rides, sunset cruises, jet ski and boat rentals are all available at the only beach in downtown Key West. Lagerheads also offers charters for fishing, snorkeling, dolphin watching, island and deserted island tours. Let Lagerheads be your first stop for fun on the water.
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.
Bistro 245
American Restaurants • Local Seafood
Enjoy casual dining inside or outside with breathtaking views of the Key West Harbor. Fresh pasta, Black Angus Beef and Key West shrimp are just a few favorites! Join them for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner or their spectacular brunch that satisfies your every taste buds.
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.
Smokin' Tuna Saloon
American Restaurants • Seafood Restaurants
The Smokin’ Tuna Saloon is the best place for good food and music. Offering a raw bar, a generous selection of starters, sandwiches, dinners, sides, and a full bar, this saloon is ideal to sit back, have a drink and listen to a broad variety of live music. As a regular venue for the Key West Songwriters’ Festival, you will never hear a bad tune here. Tucked away on a quiet lane just steps from Duval.
First Flight Island Restaurant & Brewery
American Restaurants • Brunch
First Flight offers premier outdoor dining in the heart of the historic Pan Am Airways headquarters. A true Key West experience like no other. Off the main red-bricked garden lies the Southernmost Brewery in the USA. The famous "Crash Bar," so named for the Sikorsky sea plane plunging through the ceiling, provides a unique drinking surface, located off the main garden. Stop by and try any 3 of their original brews on tap, in addition to serving lunch and dinner!
Duetto
Ice Cream Shops • Italian Restaurants
If you’re a fan of real Italian pizza with crisp crusts and perfectly seasoned tomato sauce, or creamy cool gelato, then Duetto is the place for you. Offering the best pizzas, panini and gelato this side of Italy. Duetto iconveniently located just steps off of Duval Street, offers the most delicious Italian food this side of Rome for anyone craving a taste of Italy. Eat in, take out or call for delivery.
Amigos Tortilla Bar
Mexican Restaurants
Amigos serves freshest, healthiest and tastiest tacos, quesadillas and burritos in Key West. Their tortilla dough is made fresh with a unique tortilla press that creates Amigos’ signature square shape using 100% ground corn —less spillage and more “yum” for you. You can watch them make them! Using spices used in Mexican and Central American meals since the Aztecs, the flavors are amazing. We think the guacamole is the best we have ever had!
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.
Garbo's Grill
Burgers • Outdoor Seating
A absolute must stop on your vacation, this little food-truck-that-could is worth seeking out on Caroline Street for authentic island-style tacos and burritos. Owned and operated by a husband and wife team, they often have a line waiting to sample their popular cuisine. Although they do have a few spots where you can eat at on the Grunts Bar patio, their tasty dishes are mainly for take out.
Alonzo’s Oyster Bar
Local Seafood • Outdoor Seating
Alonzo’s Oyster Bar offers casual waterfront dining overlooking the exciting Key West Bight. Alonzo’s features the largest selections oysters in Key West which can be shucked, baked, or batter dipped to your liking. In addition to their amazing selection of oysters, Alonzo’s menu features an extensive selection of seafood. Couple your meal with the perfect drink or choose from Alonzo’s extensive wine selection, full bar, and daily drink specials.
Hog’s Breath Saloon
American Restaurants • Happy 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!
Fogarty's Restaurant
American Restaurants • Burgers
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!
Bagatelle
Caribbean Restaurants • Seafood Restaurants
Bagatelle is one of the most delicious restaurants on Duval Street and caters perfect meals for every occasion and time of the day. From mouthwatering omelets to sesame crusted seared tuna, Bagatelle also offers one of the most extensive wine lists on the island. Open for brunch and dinner, Bagatelle is the best place to get off of hot Duval and relax on the homey and elegant porch of a Victorian, architectural beauty.
A&B Lobster House
Seafood Restaurants • Waterfront Dining
Since 1947, the A&B Lobster House has been serving and providing the ultimate experience in luxurious seafood dining! Offering a selection of fine steaks, locally caught seafood and lobsters, the A&B Lobster House features a full wine menu for a perfect fusion of dining flavor. After dinner, sample the finest cognacs, dessert wines, handmade cigars and specially crafted martinis at a local’s bar—Berlin’s!