Hobo's Cafe was recommended to us by a local dive shop after a morning of snorkeling, and we're…read moreglad we took their advice. We were seated right away with no wait, and it had the feel of a small local restaurant instead of a tourist trap. I had the mahi mahi tacos, and my wife had the lobster and shrimp po'boy. Both were excellent, and the portions were generous. If you go, don't skip the crab and artichoke dip--it was easily the best appetizer we had on our trip. The food had that authentic Keys flavor that makes you feel like you're eating where the locals do. We sat outside on the covered patio, and the fans kept it comfortable even in the Florida heat. Prices were a little higher than some other places we visited, and our fountain drinks from the outdoor bar were a bit flat, but that's something I've noticed at a lot of outdoor bar setups. Overall, the food, atmosphere, and local charm made it well worth the stop, and we'd definitely come back.

Food is good. Service not so much. We've been coming to Key Largo for many years, Hobos as well…read more The food is good. But the past few times, service was lacking. Not sure if it's because we are a large party 10 or more, or what? Our last visit was a Sunday evening in early July . We ate outside. Waiter was good at getting water out to everyone. But when it came to drink orders we must have waited 15-20 minutes for him to take our drink orders. I had to ask him to take my appetizer order. We had to ask several times for our drinks - soft drinks- not alcoholic. They were not good at cleaning our dirty appetizer plates away after delivering dinner leaving the table crowded. I think what I found most annoying was watching our server and another server standing around while we were waiting for drinks, for order taking, for refills, etc. There was just no attention being paid to us. Maybe the guy was new? Not sure. The restaurant wasn't very busy so that wasn't the excuse. I've heard it's difficult to get good help in the Keys. Cost a lot to live here. Most commute from Homestead. Anyway- good for the food - don't expect great service. Ironically I did over tip. I was a server in college so I try to be generous.

Enjoyed an unexpected evening at Sol by the Sea in Key Largo. Looking for ocean views and a seafood…read moreforward menu, my friend and I lucked out with a OpenTables reservation during golden hour. And let me just say- Sol delivered. We had an incredible oceanfront view just in time for the sunset. Service was attentive and friendly, the menu was minimal but we found some solid offerings. Firstly, I'd recommend skipping appetizers. The edamame hummus was a generous portion but certainly not worth the $21 price tag. The poké bowl and protein bowl were both generous servings. Beware- the poké bowl doesn't have rice! And "blackened" in Florida really just means seasoned, so if you're looking for charred mahi you better be specific! Overall, definitely check it out and make a reservation in advance!

We made reservation. Because it was our 50th anniversary. Called many times on the phone ... with…read moreno answer so went in person... On the day of the reservation . It was extremely windy and cold.... We waited 30 minutes for a table. The restaurant did not appear to be that busy.... We went into the bathroom just to warm up When we ask about turning on the heaters we were told they had no gas.. then ask maybe they could lower the winter windows. .. we froze along with many others. Food. Slow coming out of the kitchen. Another 20-30 minutes before appetizers appeared.... Main course good. But at this point so cold even when wearing winter coats ... that I was miserable .. having lived in the keys I know in the winter we get cold snaps.... And many restaurants , prepare for those days by enclosing and heating the dining area ... Management should care for there customers better.

Food was excellent and the bartenders were awesome. Had excellent suggestions for the area. Highly…read morerecommend!!!

Amazing mahi, the Nashville hot chicken sandwich was really good, very spicy but delicious. For…read moredessert key lime pie was amazing and the whole family loved everything. Service was excellent, our server was very friendly! We will be back

One of the best food ever , fresh fish good serve , nice…read moremusic , I recommend it to sp good time

Katelyn was my server tonight! Can I just start off with not only saying how sweet she is, but she…read morehas the greatest recommendations.She recommended the shrimp cargo with extra cheesy garlic, topping and garlic bread. Which we ordered, and it turned out to be great! She recommended the poke bowl as well for entree, but we ended up getting the whole fish.The whole fish was fantastic fried perfectly. We also spoke to dylan, the manager who was also very polite and clearly knew how to run a restaurant.Not only will we be back, but we will recommend sundowners to all of our friends.

Such an adorable little bistro in a beautiful environment - inside Island Home Garden Center!! Lots…read moreof yummy breakfast/brunch options. They even had non-egg items, always a huge plus for me since I have an egg sensitivity. I ordered the yogurt parfait which included lots of fresh fruit including banana, kiwi, strawberries, mandarin, plus granola, Greek yogurt and honey. We chose to eat at the cafe and food was presented with pretty floral fabric napkins. My husband's food came on a crystal platter - I assume from a thrift store to support their eco friendliness. Loved those special touches. Workers were very friendly too! We were encouraged to walk around the garden center while they prepared our food - and of course we did, it's magical!

The food was super clean and delicious, the service was phenomenal and fast. The vibes were so…read moreimmaculate my group and I went here twice during our trip. Highly recommend!

Amazing view, fun place to boat to for lunch, lots of menu items. Note upstairs has a more…read moreextensive menu (and a better view) than the bar downstairs. Service was good, food decent, and prices reasonable for the area and view.

I was not happy with this place, it was such a money grab. I paid for my son to have the kids…read moresteak, I asked for Rice as a side substitute but they wouldn't accommodate. Then I ordered seafood nachos, I asked for some extra pico de gallo and the server rang in an appetizer size with chips for $8! All I wanted was extra pico for my nachos. I wouldn't have minded paying a little extra money but $8?!!! He just wanted to get his check size bigger! I will not be coming back! I will also warn others.

Elite modern review:…read more Very modern and trendy place to be. Perfect for young adults and college crowds looking to have a great time. The music was on point, creating an energetic vibe all night. The bar setup was amazing, fast service and great drinks. Overall, a fun atmosphere with good energy, stylish crowd, and a place I would definitely come back to.

We were on our way to Key West and wanted to stop for a late breakfast/early lunch. We chose…read moreSharkeys. It fell short of our expectations. It is a little tricky to find it, once you find the parking lot, it is super confusing as to where you enter. There are two floors and multiple doors. Finally someone directed us up the stairs and to the back of the building. We were greeted and given menus fairly quickly, but it took an extraordinarily long time to get our food that day. The hollandaise sauce was atypical as it tasted like there was cheese in it. The smoked salmon on a bagel tasted okay, but fell apart when it was picked up. The breakfast burrito lacked a lot of flavor.The blueberry pancake, although slightly overcooked, was actually very good. The bacon and fried potatoes were not crisp, as I prefer them. So if you like crispy bacon and fried potatoes, ask for that when placing your order. The windows and floors are dirty and the women's bathroom had a round hole with a dirty sock stuck in it on the floor. I actually tripped over it. And the bathroom could have been much cleaner. With a few improvements, Sharkeys could be more appealing to tourists going through and visiting the Keys.

Lovely experience from valet to dessert. We were dining guests only and they made us feel very…read morewelcome. The service was friendly and added to a very personable experience we had here. The shrimp appetizer was very good. We enjoyed our steak and seafood entrées, but wouldn't say that they stood out in any particular way. The destination is unique in a sense that you can have spectacular views, but be sheltered from the weather, which was very nice considering the recent weather brought in high winds.

Really nice restaurant, with great variety. This restaurant is inside of Bakers Cay Resort in Key…read moreLargo. The service is on point, they truly make sure everything is good with what you order. The prosciutto and buratta salad is my fave! This resort is lively and my favorite to stay at when in the keys. Therefore, I totally recommend Calusa for dinner.