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    La Te Da

    4.3 (170 reviews)
    Open 8:30 am - 3:00 pm, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Helena Taylor B.

    The meal and atmosphere is amazing. We stopped for breakfast. It's a great location right on Duval. Sat at the bar and the waitress was amazing. Close to our hotel. Everything is in walking distance

    Faucet

    I typically enjoy discovering and appreciating hidden gems; however, this experience did not meet my expectations. I chose the La Te Da Hotel as the destination for my 2024 birthday vacation. After conducting research and reviewing feedback, I decided to reserve Room #27 due to its private porch -- although I later learned it is not all that private. The path to other rooms passes by this area. There are also lounge chairs in close proximity for guests to enjoy the pool and a shed hotel staff go in and out. On December 7, 2023, I booked Room #27 for September 12-16, 2024. On February 12, 2024, I was notified that the hotel would soon be renovating the historic building behind the property and guestrooms toward the rear. Consequently, my reservation for Room #27 was changed to Room #25, which I found unacceptable given my specific request for Room #27, leading me to cancel the reservation. Subsequently, I reconsidered my plans for my 2025 birthday. On December 11, 2024, I rebooked and explicitly requested Room #27 for September 4-8, 2025. However, on August 29, 2025, I received confirmation indicating Room #25. I responded to the hotel, provided last year's situation, and was assured by the hotel manager Eric that I had been reserved in Room #27, with no mention of ongoing construction. Had I been informed of the renovations, I would have canceled immediately. When I arrived on September 4, 2025, amidst heavy rain, I was unsure whether I was at the correct check-in area due to ongoing construction. The check-in space was small and covered with heavy plastic sheeting, which created an unwelcoming atmosphere. I was greeted by what appeared to be the hotel manager, along with a female employee. The manager asked if I was checking in alone, to which I confirmed that I was. The female employee remarked that I was checking in alone for my birthday; however, my birthday was the following week and my purpose was simply to relax during a solo trip, not specifically for the celebration. She seemed to have seen my email from a week earlier, as she was aware of my birthday. I later saw her again and she appeared to be sizing me up. I am unsure of her role, as I did not observe her engaged in any other duties. After check-in, the manager escorted me to my room, which did not inspire confidence. I observed rust on the mini fridge and a bathroom faucet that had been repeatedly cracked and glued. As I had an early start that morning, I planned to rest. The pillowcases were of poor quality and pulled at my hair. When I woke and retrieved items from my suitcase that I left opened, I noticed my clothes were damp. I initially noticed water on the floor upon entering the room but attributed it to rain water from my suitcase, and shoes, especially as the manager was ahead of me when I entered the room. There was a faint leak, most likely had been ongoing. Additionally, the construction which started at 8 a.m. and was disruptive. The dining options and drinks available were average. Aside from the ongoing renovation, I believe there is room for improvement in presentation and cleanliness, such as replacing stained tablecloths, discarding coffee-stained sugar packets left for next guests on dining tables, upgrading small appliances like the mini fridge and fixtures, and providing higher-quality pillowcases. Shower did not produce warm water so I endured cold showers all four days. And wi-fi service was poor. I chose not to use the pool, despite originally planning to, because it was directly visible from the dining area, which I found off-putting. During my stay, I observed only a few guests using the pool, generally one couple at a time. It is a small boutique hotel and if I heard correctly, only 8 rooms were occupied. Additionally, the room lacked a desk or vanity area for laptop, personal grooming or applying makeup. Overall, while most staff members were friendly, the overall experience has led me to decide not to return to Key West in the future.

    Fred G.

    I have seen Randy Roberts's cabaret show many times in the last 13 years and it never grows old, Energetic, great impersonations and original performance always updated.

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    Terry B.

    Love prime rib night at La Te Da. But really love Tea Dance on Sundays!! A key west treasure. James at the inside bar is an amazing bartender. He is efficient and accurate and always has a smile for everyone.

    The grounds decorated for Christmas
    Nik H.

    My wife and I had the pleasure of staying at the La Te Da a week ago. It was our first time staying there, and I can confidently say it will not be the last time. This place has everything - a great restaurant, great bar, fabulous and comfortable rooms but MOST of all it has staff that are truly committed to making your stay as pleasant as possible. Lodging includes a prepared breakfast every morning. A real breakfast not a buffet with dried-out eggs or stale muffins. The lunch menu was also excellent offering a variety of great tasting salads and sandwiches. The bar was an awesome place to have an excellent cocktail and meet a variety of guests and locals. Their old-fashioned is fantastic. The location couldn't be better. It is within walking distance of everything you need to see and away from the hubbub on the other side of Duval St. It also has fantastic entertainment every night. The music was an excellent way to relax in the evening. We had the pleasure of being there during their Christmas party and toy drive for underprivileged children. The decorations on the grounds were amazing. Bring a toy and enjoy the party which included fantastic food and music. It was so great to be a part of that. I really can't say how much we enjoyed staying there. You will too!

    Patricia K.

    Stopped for a drink after breakfast. Bar is great and the waitress is very nice and welcoming.

    Key Lime Martini
    Maxwell G.

    What an amazing bar! We came here for morning drinks and were impressed immediately. Very friendly staff, tasty drinks, and wonderful ambiance! Had the key lime pie martini, which included a graham cracker rim.

    Marqus R.

    Crystal Room Cabaret is located on the second floor of La Te Da. It's a theater that presents drag shows, but not the typical "hoot and howler" type of show with lip syncing. No, these are real professional class acts without any nudity, but with gorgeous costumes, good dancing, acting skills and singing voices. It's surprising and so untypical of drag performances. When I went, I was shocked as the crowd was almost all elderly, all with the appearance of being straight. Like I'm 79, and was far from being the oldest. As the theater is on the second floor and there are no elevators, you've got stair case hike. They also tell you to be there at 8:00 o'clock, but that is so they can get you to buy plenty of liquor as the shoe doesn't start until 9:00 o'clock. The show itself is pretty good, but the jokes and the banter they employ is rather old and tired. And though the audience gives a good applause, it's rather reserved with no shouts, whistling or raving. Crystal Room Cabaret only has two performer who alternate doing solo performances. They're good, great singers, gorgeous costumes, but I found there acts to be totally boring, lacking in any spontaneousness and sort of without effervescence.

    Sarah C.

    We went to La Te Da to see Randy Roberts. What an amazing performance. I'd highly recommend if you're visiting Key West to make the reservation and check out the show. We'll definitely go back next time we're in town!

    Connor D.

    Back in Key West on a cruise stop. Had to bring my mom & sister to the best key lime pie martini I've ever had. So we're back, just like my original review said I would :) great drink, solid service, wonderful patio vibe.

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    2 years ago

    Beautiful restaurant and delicious food! Excellent service, good selection of dinner entrees for all palates.

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    Went for lunch and sat at the bar. It was "ok", didn't hate it. Slightly overpriced and underwhelmed.

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    Loved Christopher Peterson's Eyecon! The show was great! Very classy. And his voice is beautiful! It's a must-see!

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    Dinner last night was excellent. We were 6 of us. Service, ambiance and service were spot on.

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    4 years ago

    Excellent food and cocktails, fabulous service and the absolute best cabaret show! Amazing find!

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    I have a sweet tooth, a tremendous sweet tooth indeed, For…read moreice cream and desserts are the things that I need. I've had dessert in the desert near Area 51, And underground in Antarctica, far from the sun. I've had it in graveyards, beneath moonlight so fair, And even in a dessert restaurant, yes, I've had dessert there! At Better Than Sex, the Fever was mine, And it tasted so splendid, so luscious, divine. I tried one of their special coffees as well, And it was so delicious, I nearly swooned under its spell. But the night's grandest moment, the finest display, Was when our waiter arrived with the desserts on a tray. He looked straight in my eyes as he named each delight, With a confidence both curious and wonderfully bright. My dessert was a huge phallus, impressive and grand, With two giant balls resting beneath it in hand. It was covered in "splooge sauce," a curious sweet stream, A dessert of such drama it belonged in a dream! I truly enjoyed this place and would gladly return If I lived nearby, where the sweet candles burn. They are masters of dessert, of flavor and flair-- A deliciously mischievous treasure tucked away there.

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