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    Karlita's Cafe

    4.7 (11 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Cuban sandwich and fries

    Marisela was awesome. We had the best Cuban sandwich. Small restaurant. Don't hesitate to eat here.

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    Rossana I.

    Has that whole in the wall feel. Menu is pretty straight forward, food is a blend of Cuban and Mexican; typical key west. But flavor profiles were on point. I'd go again for breakfast. Price was really good for key west standards. Service was also good, no complaints there.

    Kathleen L.

    Great coffee! Exactly the breakfast foods we were craving. Would definitely come back

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    Gave the recommendation of an authentic mixed Cuban sandwich with a cafe con leche.

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    El Siboney Restaurant

    El Siboney Restaurant

    4.3
    (2.3k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    This might have been our first meal in Key West. Drove over, parked in their lot, and ordered two…read morethings, but the most amount of food. Very generous portions. Our research told us that this would be a great meal and it truly was. I ordered the pork chunks, which were perfectly fried and so flavorful and tender on the inside. My wife ordered Ropa Vieja which was pulled beef, which wasn't as good, but still quite tasty. Had to bring food back home with us, which we ate for various snacks before we departed. Fast food and a nice hidden gem in the town. Glad we had this kick off our trip.

    I've been to El Siboney a number of times over the years and am finally getting around to writing…read morethis review. The restaurant is tucked away on a back street, far from the usual tourist spots, which adds to its charm. The food is authentic Cuban cuisine -- and I say that after decades of living in and around Hudson County, NJ, where the Cuban community is large and vibrant. At El Siboney, everything tastes fresh and homemade, with generous portions and prices that are refreshingly reasonable for Key West. This visit, I ordered the whole fried yellow snapper, served with yuca, yellow rice, and beans. My dinner companion had the Siboney skirt steak, one of the restaurant's popular dishes, served with a choice of sides. Both meals were excellent. Dessert was equally impressive: a delicious slice of tres leches cake and silky vanilla custard that were the perfect ending to the meal. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience. Dinner for two, including dessert and tip, came to about $100 -- a great value for the quality and quantity of food. El Siboney remains one of my favorite places to eat in Key West.

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    On of the dinning rooms
    Chicharron and yuca frita- cheesy yuca sticks
    Chicharron and yuca frita- cheesy yuca sticks
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    The Jerk

    The Jerk

    4.6
    (93 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    I was told by one of the locals to try the jerk. I was off and decided to try the jerk. I decided…read moreto try the jerk chicken wings with rice the service was awesome and I would definitely return. The ambiance was nice and the music was very eclectic and the live band was great. When you're in Key West, FL make your way to The Jerk. To all my Yelpers let's continue to eat our way through the world #foodie4life.

    I stumbled across this spot earlier in the day after breakfast nearby and was intrigued by the sign…read moreadvertising Caribbean food and jerk chicken, one of my favorites. While I was checking it out, the bouncer at the bar next door told me it was worth a visit, which sealed the deal. Later that evening, I convinced my friends to go with me. They were expecting a full sit-down dinner, but this is more of a counter-service spot with 6-7 bar stools inside. The setup is simple: place your order at the counter, then either grab a stool or head to the bar next door, where they'll bring your food when it's ready. We chose the bar's patio, which gave us a clear view of the restaurant. It was reassuring to see other groups having their meals delivered over too--it felt like we had discovered the right local gem. The wait was about 25-30 minutes, but that only confirmed everything was being made fresh. And let me tell you, it was absolutely worth it. Our group ordered two jerk chicken plates with plantains, mac n' cheese, and slaw; one oxtail with black beans, rice, and mac n' cheese; and one jerk burger with fries. Every single dish was a hit. The jerk chicken had that perfect smoky spice and heat from the scotch bonnet peppers, balanced with bold Caribbean flavors. The oxtail was tender and flavorful, and even the sides like mac n' cheese and plantains stood out. All in all, this was easily one of the best Caribbean meals I've had anywhere. A true must try when in Key West.

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    Oxtail with plantains, beans & rice.
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    View of The Jerk from the Hero's bar next door.
    Harbour View Cafe

    Harbour View Cafe

    4.2
    (5 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    While staying at Pier House, our group of 10 decided to dine here on a whim. We were given a table…read moreon the veranda which was very nice. WHAT I TRIED: Blackened Hog Fish Tacos- fresh and perfectly cooked. Conch Fritters- also just right with the most delicious key lime mustard sauce! Strawberry Lime Lemonade- very nice with muddled strawberries. Not overly sweet. My friends ordered the caribbean cobb salad, the white conch chowder, and crab/spinach dip. Two enthusiastic thumbs up from everyone. Our waiter, I think his name was Alvaro, single-handedly tended to our table. He took the orders, filled our glasses, double checked the orders were correct, brought out our food and extra anything we requested all while remaining cool, calm, collected, respectful, and poised. So refreshing! BY. HIM. SELF. Great hire! He definitively brought the experience full circle. ALSO unlike other restaurants on the key (cough Firefly, cough Santiago's Bodega) he easily and efficiently split our bill into several ones without ANY hesitation. Easy peasy. What a concept! I will be back to try their dinner menu the next time I'm in town!

    Very good restaurant right on the beach. Great location for us as we were staying at The…read moreSouthernmost Hotel. Food was good and service excellent. We spent time in the restaurant and the bar. Love the atmosphere!

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    Eggs sausage and potatoes
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    Vegetable omelette potatoes
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