Restaurants
From the oldest eating house in the Keys to waterfront fine dining — the best places to eat in Key West, curated and researched.
Breakfast & Brunch
18 listedBlue Heaven
Bahama Village
Beloved open-air courtyard in Bahama Village.
Pepe's Cafe
Old Town
Key West's oldest restaurant, open since 1909.
Banana Café
Upper Duval
French crepes and breakfast with a Duval balcony.
Harpoon Harry's
Old Town
Classic diner breakfast, cash-only local institution.
Croissants de France
Stock Island
French bakery café with fresh croissants on MacDonald Ave.
Sarabeth's Key West
Old Town
New York brunch institution with a Key West address.
Glazed Donuts
Old Town
Artisan donuts and espresso in the heart of Old Town.
Cuban Coffee Queen Waterfront
Historic Seaport
Funky take-out spot for Cuban fare, coffee, and drinks near the Seaport.
Date & Thyme Organic Cafe
Old Town
Organic vegetarian café and market in a former gas station.
Sandy's Café
Midtown
Cuban café con leche and pressed sandwiches on White St.
Old Town Bakery
Old Town
Fresh pastries and coffee in a neighborhood bakery.
5 Brothers Key West - Coffee & Cubanos
Old Town
Legendary Cuban breakfast counter and deli, cash only.
La Grignote
Upper Duval
Artisanal French café, bakery, and bistro on Duval.
La Crêperie French Café
Bahama Village
Cozy French café for crepes, coffee, and casual dining.
Key West Cuban Coffee
Old Town
Latin caffeine café with Cuban-inspired food and daytime dining.
Southernmost Sandy's Cafe
Upper Duval
Casual café with outdoor seating near the Southernmost Point.
Cuban Coffee Queen Downtown
Old Town
Neighborhood Cuban café for coffee, eats, and casual meals.
the breakfast club, too
Old Town
Breakfast and brunch café known for Bloody Marys and casual food.
Seafood & Waterfront
28 listedBoat House Bar & Grill
Historic Seaport
Waterfront bar and grill at Land's End Village with marina views.
Half Shell Raw Bar
Historic Seaport
Classic open-air raw bar at Land's End Village.
Conch Republic Seafood Company
Historic Seaport
Waterfront seafood with conch fritters at the Seaport.
Alonzo's Oyster Bar
Historic Seaport
Upstairs oyster bar with marina views at Land's End.
Hogfish Bar & Grill
Stock Island
Local's waterfront spot on Stock Island with fresh hogfish.
Bo's Fish Wagon
Historic Seaport
Legendary fish sandwiches from a funky outdoor stand.
Eaton Street Seafood Market
Old Town
Fresh catch and quick seafood bites at the market.
Garbo's Grill @ Hanks!
Historic Seaport
Beloved fish tacos and Korean BBQ from an eclectic outdoor food stand.
Salute! on the Beach
Midtown
Italian seafood with your feet in the sand at Higgs Beach.
Yellowfin Bar & Kitchen
Stock Island
Waterfront resort dining at Ocean's Edge on Stock Island.
The Waterfront Brewery
Historic Seaport
Craft beer and seafood with killer marina views.
Two Friends Patio
Old Town
Longtime open-air restaurant known for karaoke and happy hour specials.
Schooner Wharf Kitchen
Historic Seaport
Dockside seafood bites at the Schooner Wharf Bar.
First Flight Island Restaurant & Brewery
Old Town
Craft brewery and restaurant in the historic 1927 Pan Am terminal.
Thirsty Mermaid
Old Town
Oyster bar and fresh seafood in the heart of Old Town.
The Docks Restaurant + Raw Bar
Stock Island
Dockside raw bar and seafood with working marina views on Stock Island.
Hurricane Hole Restaurant, Bar & Marina
Stock Island
Waterfront restaurant at Stock Island Marina with an authentic local atmosphere.
Sunset Pier
Mallory Square
Open-air waterfront dining and cocktails at the tip of Duval.
The White Tarpon Bar & Restaurant
Historic Seaport
Breezy American restaurant and bar known as a happy-hour spot on Front St.
Square Grouper Bar and Grill
Historic Seaport
Laid-back bar and grill near the Historic Seaport.
Dante's Key West Pool Bar & Restaurant
Old Town
Swimming pool with waterfall, tiki bars, DJs, and seafood.
Ocean Grill & Bar
Upper Duval
Cosmopolitan airy seafood venue with patio seating, brunch, and steaks.
Lagerheads Beach Bar & Watersports
Old Town
Chill Caribbean waterfront spot with fish tacos and seafood.
Seaside Cafe at the Mansion
Upper Duval
Ocean-view café serving seafood, pizza, and poke on Duval.
The Lobster Shack Key West
Old Town
Classic seafood joint known for lobster on South Street.
DJ's Clam Shack
Old Town
Lively outdoor seafood stand known for lobster rolls and fried seafood.
Fisherman's Cafe
Old Town
Casual walk-up seafood sandwich window with old-school island feel.
The Conch Shack
Old Town
Outdoor counter spot for fried seafood and fish sandwiches on Duval.
Fine Dining
28 listedCafé Marquesa
Old Town
Intimate New American fine dining in a boutique hotel.
Louie's Backyard
Old Town
Iconic waterfront fine dining on the Atlantic.
Nine One Five
Old Town
Creative tapas and wine on a Duval Street balcony.
Azur Restaurant
Old Town
French-Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant Old Town space.
Café Sole
Old Town
Refined French cooking in a quiet Old Town cottage.
Seven Fish
Old Town
Quaint bistro-style restaurant serving local seafood.
Hot Tin Roof
Mallory Square
Island-style Pan-Latin fine dining at Ocean Key Resort.
Latitudes
Sunset Key
Take the private ferry to dine on Sunset Key island.
A&B Lobster House
Historic Seaport
Upscale lobster and seafood at the Historic Seaport.
Tavern N Town
New Town
Upscale steaks and cocktails at the Marriott Beachside.
Bagatelle
Old Town
Iconic Victorian mansion restaurant on Duval with open-air verandas.
Martin's Key West
Old Town
Refined European fine dining on upper Duval.
Rams Head Southernmost
Old Town
Hip outdoor bar and restaurant with live music and casual fare.
Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Key West Kitchen
Midtown
Tropical New American fine dining at the Reach Key West.
Prime Steakhouse
Old Town
Clubby old-school steakhouse specializing in prime meats and martinis.
Olives Mediterranean Grill
Midtown
Highly rated Mediterranean restaurant on Emma Street.
Lola's Bistro Key West
Old Town
Upscale bistro on Simonton known for food quality and atmosphere.
Dorada
New Town
Upscale restaurant with cocktails and polished dining experience.
Red Shoe Island Bistro
Bahama Village
Relaxed dinner-only bistro with locally sourced seafood and creative dishes.
Viva Argentinian Steakhouse
Old Town
Lively Argentinian steakhouse and bar with patio dining on Duval.
Little Pearl
Old Town
Tiny upscale seafood restaurant with warm atmosphere and creative food.
Blackfin Bistro
Old Town
Swanky bistro serving seafood, burgers, and cocktails on Duval.
Milagro Restaurant and Bar
Old Town
Chic restaurant and bar for surf and turf, tapas, and desserts.
Grand Cafe Key West
Old Town
New American bistro in a Victorian house on Duval Street.
One Duval
Mallory Square
Waterfront venue for steak, seafood, and upscale cocktails.
Oasis Mediterranean Cuisine
Midtown
Mediterranean restaurant on White Street with relaxed outdoor seating.
Duffy's Steak & Lobster House
Old Town
Casual surf and turf restaurant serving steak, lobster, and seafood.
Key West Cooking Show
Old Town
Unique cooking-show dining experience with cocktails and great food.
Cuban & Latin
7 listedEl Siboney
Old Town
Key West's most iconic Cuban restaurant since 1984.
Santiago's Bodega
Bahama Village
Global tapas and wines in a warm Bahama Village setting.
El Mesón de Pepe's
Mallory Square
Festive Cuban restaurant and bar near Mallory Square.
Frita's Cuban Burger Café
Old Town
Cuban fritas, pressed sandwiches, and street food on Southard.
Havana Island Cafe
Bahama Village
Hospitable Cuban cafe known for authentic Cuban food.
Mo's Restaurant
Midtown
Caribbean-Creole soul-food kitchen with bold flavors on White St.
The Jerk
Old Town
Jamaican restaurant serving flavorful Caribbean dishes on Southard.
Italian
12 listedLa Trattoria
Old Town
Classic Italian trattoria and martini bar on Duval Street.
Antonia's Restaurant
Old Town
Elegant northern Italian on upper Duval.
Mangia Mangia
Old Town
Fresh homemade pasta in a casual Old Town courtyard.
Duetto Pizza and Gelato
Old Town
Italian pizza and gelato near Duval on Greene Street.
Roostica
Stock Island
Wood-fired Neapolitan pizza on Stock Island.
Bruschetta Francesca
Old Town
Italian bruschetta bar and wine on Fitzpatrick Street.
Onlywood Pizzeria Trattoria
Old Town
Airy Italian trattoria with garden patio, pizza, pasta, and happy hour.
Onlywood Grill
Old Town
Counter-serve Italian grill with housemade pastas and wood-fired pizzas.
Bel Mare Restaurant
Historic Seaport
Upscale Italian restaurant overlooking the docks on Front Street.
Abbondanza Italian Restaurant
Old Town
Family-style Italian restaurant in an old cottage on Simonton.
New York Pasta Garden
Upper Duval
Casual Italian pasta restaurant with breakfast and cocktails on Duval.
Conchiglia
Old Town
Elevated Italian coastal cuisine in a restored Conch house on Duval with handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza.
Asian & Sushi
9 listedKey West Poké House
Old Town
Poké bowls and healthy fast-casual bites.
Origami Sushi Bar
Upper Duval
Casual Japanese sushi and noodles on Duval.
Kaya Island Eats
Old Town
Island-inspired outdoor restaurant known for tacos and tropical dishes.
Atlas Izakaya
Old Town
Upscale izakaya known for unique flavors and atmosphere.
Sushi Song
Old Town
Stylish Japanese sushi lounge serving sushi and late-night food.
Kojin Noodle Bar
Old Town
Intimate noodle and ramen restaurant on Eaton Street.
Misohappy Sushi and Thai
Old Town
Upmarket nook for sushi and Thai dishes on Southard.
China Garden West Downtown
Old Town
Family-run Chinese restaurant with Hunan and Szechuan dishes.
Tikka Bar
Old Town
Authentic Indian cuisine with tandoor cooking, fresh local seafood, and vegetarian options on Greene St.
Casual
17 listedMoondog Café
Old Town
Eclectic café and bakery with creative small plates and cocktails.
Jack Flats
Old Town
Relaxed surf and turf grill and sports bar on Duval.
Southernmost Beach Café
Upper Duval
Surfside open-air American dining at the Southernmost end of Duval.
The Flaming Buoy Filet Co
Old Town
Retro-supper-club New American bistro known for Key West pink shrimp.
Caroline's Café
Old Town
Regional American cooking in a historic setting on Duval.
Stinkin' Crawfish
Old Town
Cajun crawfish and seafood boils on Duval Street.
Mac's Place
New Town
Casual restaurant and full bar with comfort food on N Roosevelt.
Mam's Best Food
Bahama Village
Homestyle outdoor Israeli food spot with casual atmosphere.
Mangoes Restaurant
Old Town
Busy Duval Street spot for seafood, people-watching, and a full bar.
Island Tingz Bar and Grill
Old Town
Casual, family-owned eatery with jerk chicken, conch, and breakfast.
Old Town Mexican Cafe
Old Town
Tropical Mexican restaurant with seafood-heavy menu on Duval.
Mr. Z's
Old Town
No-frills pizza and cheesesteak shop for late-night fuel.
Amigos Tortilla Bar
Old Town
Mexican restaurant serving tacos and drinks with gluten-free options.
BayDogs
Old Town
Hot dog stand on Duval for casual bites until late night.
Chico's Cantina
Stock Island
Longtime local Mexican cantina known for margaritas and casual Tex-Mex.
Island Dogs Bar
Old Town
Lively Front Street hangout with live bands and American eats.
Mary Ellen's Bar & Kitchen
Old Town
Neighborhood cocktail bar and kitchen with one of Old Town's best happy hours.
Light & Healthy
2 listedDate & Thyme Organic Cafe
Old Town
Organic vegetarian café and market in a former gas station.
Key West Poké House
Old Town
Poké bowls and healthy fast-casual bites.
Coffee
5 listedCuban Coffee Queen Waterfront
Historic Seaport
Funky take-out spot for Cuban fare, coffee, and drinks near the Seaport.
Sandy's Café
Midtown
Cuban café con leche and pressed sandwiches on White St.
Cuban Coffee Queen Downtown
Old Town
Neighborhood Cuban café for coffee, eats, and casual meals.
The Koffie House
Old Town
Café known for coffee, food, drinks, and welcoming atmosphere.
Keys Coffee Co.
Old Town
Cheerful café serving coffee, sandwiches, and breakfast.
Dessert
4 listedKermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe
Old Town
The island's most famous key lime pie shop.
Better Than Sex
Old Town
Indulgent dessert restaurant with cheeky cocktails.
Flamingo Crossing Ice Cream
Old Town
Family-owned ice cream shop with homemade tropical flavors and waffle cones.
Dairy Queen
New Town
Classic soft-serve, Blizzards, shakes, and frozen treats on United Street.