Mattheessen's

4.5 (436 reviews)

ModerateDesserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Bakeries

Open • 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Linda B.

I thought I had figured out where I had to get my Keylime pie in Key West but then I walked by this! Wow, was I glad I did! Everything was super indulgent delectable Devine, and like grandma made it right in front of you fresh! Absolutely the best Keylime pie I've ever had in my life. And the best Keylime pie in Key West in my opinion. The cookies are like no other. They taste right out of the oven in large enough to share with a few friends unless you're really hungry.

Daren R.

CHOCOLATE CHIP MANIA... There are three Mattheessen's Candy Kitchen locations within Key West open until midnight. As we walked by the Duval Street shop, we noticed gigantic cookies in the display window ready for human consumption. There was a line forming from outside and it was elbow to elbow outside, this seemed like a popular late night snack joint so we checked it out. Ordered a Frisbee sized chocolate chip cookie, look at my hand vs the cookie size in the pic, its crazy. For $7.00, they offer these mammoth cookies offered in oatmeal raisin, peanut butter and sugar. The cookie was lightly warm, and flapped over in my hand with the chocolate chips slowly melting. We also purchased ice cream, which was good on a warm night, but nothing compared to the cookie. Maybe next time we will try the thick fudge slices, priced at $18.95 per pound with a buy two get one free deal.

Laura R.

Great little ice cream shop on Duval Street in Key West! We were drawn in by the huge cookies in the window. The decor was so cute with large ice cream cones suspended from the ceiling. My kids got ice cream and I split a chocolate chip cookie with the hubs. I'm not a big sweets eater but did enjoy the soft chewy cookie! The lines were long (one line for cream and one for cookies) but we were greeted immediately upon entering and the wait was short. The place was small so you had to turn sideways to stay in line as people exited.

Zacharias P.

If you are looking for a sugary treat then this place might be for you. They sell oversized cookie, slices of key lime pie, chocolate dipped macaroons the size of a base ball. Service is quick and at the counter. The shop has a relaxed atmosphere.

Heather N.

Every time i come to key west i need to stop in a grab a one of these ginormous cookies. The most as big as my face the chocolate chip is my favorite with just the perfect amount of chocolate chips with a buttery taste. The price point is about 7.50 per cookie but worth it to share with the whole family. They also have other sweet treats like ice cream and Tropical covered Keylime pies. If you're ever in Key West, you definitely need to stop in here.

Gina A.

If you need sweets this is your place! They have great hours and are open late. Lots of deliciousness in this place. They have huge cookies that are as big as your face in so many varieties. The one that's a must get is the peanut butter fudge - you will know it when you see it!!! We split it between 7 people. Perfect. There's also ice cream, fudge, macaroons, key lime pie, and chocolate covered key lime pie on a stick. They have coffees and regular beverages as well. Nothing that we had was bad!! Cute little store with an old time vibe. Super friendly staff that is very accommodating. Greta place to visit to grab some treats to take home!!

Emily T.

In the mood for cookies and we stumbled upon Mattheessen's. We were so glad they were open late. Walking in, we saw they had cookies, desserts, and ice cream. The cookies display is what really sold out. Plentiful. Beautifully displayed. We ordered 3 cookies. They were huge. As big as someone's face. We also tried a flavor of ice cream because they allowed us to sample. Our total was about $30 which was a lot for 3 cookies! One of them was a special cookie as it had fudge on top so it cost more - $11-12. It was a yummy sweet treat for the end of the night though.

Emily H.

This is not the first time I visit this amazing cookie and ice cream store, but it's the first time I've actually purchased a cookie. I opted for the Peanut Butter and Fudge cookie which was $12. It sounds expensive but it's huge. I can honestly say that it was worth every penny and I will not visit Key West without purchasing this cookie again. Wow. Has to be my favorite peanut butter cookie.

Grant H.

We wanted Key Lime Pie in Key West, and I read some posting that mentioned Mattheessen's. When I walked into the store, I almost forgot about the pie as I saw the cookies, fudge, and ice cream! The Key Lime Pie at Mattheessen's is deelish (despite the difficulty I'm having typing out the store's name...lol). It is not too tart and goes well with whipped cream (ALWAYS say yes to whipped cream). If you are Jonesing for Key Lime Pie, go to Mattheessen's!

Jennifer H.

Came here just for the Key Lime Pie. It was excellent!!'' They also have fudge and cookies that look amazing. Friendly staff and cute sign for the menu.

Douglas K.

The place to go if you are craving huge freshly baked cookies in Key West. There are several locations in Key West so Mattheessen's takes the cake in terms of convenience in this small coastal city in Florida. When we visited though, we often went to the large store located on Duval Street. In terms of food, Mattheessen's offers a variety of desserts, including cookies, brownies and key lime pie. But what drew us were the huge cookies. We ordered the peanut butter chocolate cookie, peanut butter cookie and regular chocolate chip, and they all blew us away. Service was also good and we had cookies in hand not long after going into the store. The price was also fair for such huge cookies. If you want a cookie or something else sweet, you definitely won't go wrong by giving Mattheessen's a try.

Sumita B.

Large and delicious cookies that are baked on site! Variety of sweet treats to choose from. Key lime pie, cookies, ice cream and coffees. Quick and efficient service

Phamhong G.

Friendly staff and delicious key lime pie that was the perfect size for 1 person. I was so full and saved literally 1 last bite in the fridge for the next day and it was still delicious. The Cookie Monster was too much though; it was 3 scoops of ice cream on top of a huge cookie. It can definitely be shared between a few people. This shop is worth a try if you're craving something sweet!

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Sharon L.

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OMG. Literally the best key lime pie I've ever had. It probably that I came here on pi day. They were giving out free samples of their fudge too--which I thought was delicious. It's a little more softer of a texture than most fudges I've had. They also had huge cookies. I didn't get any, but they looked pretty good--some looked a little dry. Loved the aroma of the chocolate when I walked in. read more

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Hector P.

9 years ago

Love the ice cream. The kids would agree that is was GOOD! They liked it so much they went there on their own. They especially liked the super huge cookies. The offerings are consistent from both locations. read more

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Rob W.

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You are going to smell this place before you see it, the aroma of fresh baked cookies fills the air well around the shop. Then you see the cookies, jaw droppingly big. Big enough to stuff two adults with one cookie. Very hard to walk buy without getting one. read more

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Leslie H.

4 years ago

Amazing store owners. Went out of way to verify phone was left in store and even went to post office to mail back to Pennsylvania. It's amazing kindness to the store owners that took time out of their day to assist a customer. Best store in key west!!! read more

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Shannon M.

5 years ago

Key Lime pie is legit. Single slices or full pies available. Cookies also amazing and one is shareable with 4 people.

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Anne G.

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These cookies were amazing. Melt in your mouth deliciousness. It was right across from the hotel so we ended up going there two nights in a row because it was that good!! read more

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Christina M.

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Alicia W.

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Okay, so who wouldn't stop when they see an enormous cookie in the window. I don't like chocolate chip cookies unless I make them or my cousin makes them. That was okay because they have many, many other flavors to choose from. If you have a favorite cookie, they most likely have it unless its some old family recipe from the old world. The cookies and brownies are HUGE! They are also very yummy. read more

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Ashok J.

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We had a key lime pie and it was good. A bit on the sweeter side but ok. They have huge cookies and a good selection of gelatos. There are also so many varieties of huge fudge chunks. Better to get ice cream here than some of the surrounding shops read more

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Michael C.

6 years ago

Best milk fudge anywhere. Been everywhere from Europe to California and I can say without question this is the best tasting fudge anywhere I have been. You won't be dissatisfied. I promise! read more

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Emily G.

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Amazing ice cream. Great service. Fast and Okay prices. Great family or couples place. Nice seating and amazing array of options read more

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Rob M.

9 years ago

Loved the oatmeal raisin, so fresh I had to go back two times on my visit. I sampled the chocolate fudge and thought it was too rich for my liking. The oatmeal raisin had the right amount of sugar- not too much, not too little. Tried the coconut macaroon dipped in chocolate and it was good as well. read more

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Jose C.

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Getting one of their giant chocolate chip cookies is always on the to do list when we come to KW. They are excellent. We also pack a couple to bring back home. read more

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Emily W.

4 years ago

Cookie the size of your face. Nothing but 5 stars. I am in love with these fresh cookies. I can't speak more highly about them.

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Mark L.

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Can't wait to get back to this place. If your in the mood for something sweet, look no further. Ice cream, cookies, hand made fudge and shakes are available in tons of varieties. This place is so great I can't believe it isn't a national franchise yet. Enjoy! read more

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Roxane D.

4 years ago

I have come to the keys from Miami so many times, all I'm asking myself is why have I never been here before?!?! Such amazing baked goodies. The little coconut puff things are amazing!!!!!! The cookies are great but you must really eat the coconut thing they make, when you go, you will know! Sorry we didn't take any pics because it was devoured as soon as we got it! (Shareable) read more

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Olivia V.

6 years ago

One of two locations in Key West! It's a cute shop with homemade ice cream, cookies, and fudge. Everything was delicious but overpriced. Two cups of a single scoop and two cookies does not add up to $28. I will say that the cookies are a decent size- we tried the chocolate chip with pecan and macadamia and one of the peanut butter with fudge topping. read more

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Julie E.

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Top notch ice cream made fresh and stellar cookies and fudge. Great local joint and charismatic staff

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Nicole B.

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This was a stop to satisfy a late night sweet tooth craving. I got two cookies to go, the chocolate chip and the m&m one. The chocolate chip one was quickly devoured on the car ride back to where we were staying. It was perfection. The dense cookie with the warm, gooey chocolate chips was the perfect thing to settle my sweet tooth. The second cookie ended up being eaten a day later on the flight home. I think it is a sugar cookie base with the m&m's on top. The cookie itself needed a bit more flavor because it was a bit bland and a bit dry. I also thought it could use some more of the m&m's. Overall, I'd chose the chocolate chip one as my favorite and this would be my go-to if I were a local looking to satisfy my constant need for sweets. I'd skip that m&m one though. read more

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Linda P.

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A must visit for cookie lovers!!! These half pound cookies are the size of a small frisbee and are perfect in taste and texture. What I particularly love is that the cookie itself is not sickeningly sweet, and when paired with the chocolate chips and pecans-macadamias, you have quite the sublime cookie: crunchy on the outside with a great chewy center. We tried the chocolate chip, chocolate chip with pecan/macadamia, oatmeal raisin and peanut butter. Sadly, I never even got a nibble of the peanut butter because someone evidently has a sharing and self control problem. I was a complete skeptic when my son saw these cookies in the window and begged to have one of these monster caloric treats....but they are the real deal. I wish I had one right now! read more

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Mary I.

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I rate this place a 4.5 but am rounding up. I got the key lime ice cream and a pecan brownie. The ice cream was very good. They make it there. The brownie was huge, it was nearly a quarter of the pan. That was good too. It's not too dense or fudgy. I didn't take pics of either. But there's nothing noteworthy to see, it's exactly as you would expect ice cream and a brownie to look. read more

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Foodie C.

5 years ago

We immediately saw the giant cookies as we walked in, but we went for key lime pies. Got two slices to go, and OMG, they were so AMAZING. There are so many other places for key lime pie, but this place has by far the most silky and perfect pie ever. We saw the baker baking the pie up front, and we knew instantly that this place was genuine. read more

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Gina P.

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Cookies so big they look like the belong in a cartoon, delicious frozen, chocolate covered key lime pie big enough to share and fudge sample galore! Their ice cream is made fresh locally and the selection varies from location to location. Great place to take the kids or as an afternoon treat. And since it's a local chain make sure to check it rather than go someplace you have back at home. read more

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Mahmoud E.

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O my god o my god , is this desert heaven or what ? Ice cream , key lime pie , all different kind of fudges , cookies and more and more , we were lucky that there are 7 of us so we got try a little of everything and it was amazinggggggggggggggg , service , price , quality and quantity . Love this place read more

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Pasquale R.

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There are a couple of these spots on Duval alone. You can catch the aroma of fresh baked cookies from hundreds of feet away. If you are a sweets lover, and I admittingly am, it's tough to just walk by this place as if it was a funeral home. First off them temp you with free samples of their fudge. Secondly their cookies n cream icecream is by far the best I have ever had. Seriously it is. Very creamy and not fake tasting as a lot of places. Finally, their cookies which are about the size of football. You don't believe me, go and prove me wrong. The delectable chocolate chip would turn the average health nut into a diabetic. Freshly made with the oh so gooey center. Definitely go to this one just to experience the main dude. What a character. You will know who/what I mean when you enter. Well worth the $6 cookie...yeah I said it...well worth it. read more

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Alissa W.

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Omg who doesn't love monster size just out of the oven chocolate chip cookies. The cookie just came out if the oven when walked by! Huge jumbo chocolate chip cookies and the chocolate was still melted when I bit into it 30 mins later $4.50. They also have fudge and ice cream. I may try the fudge if I walk by again read more

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Andrew L.

7 years ago

This is probably the best dessert spot in key west. The cookies were excellent and the lemonade was perfect. But, the best part was the workers. There were two guys and both of them were very nice. The older one is very funny and lively. They let us use the restroom even though it was for employees. Highly recommended visiting this area. read more

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Chu Z.

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I walked in this dessert place on a Monday night seeing the big "Cookies, Fudge and Ice Cream" board. Got a waffle cone with shreded cocunut for $4.5. Quite good -- creamy, rich, sweet and lit up my mood after a tedious drive. Did not try their cookies or fudges but those def looked good. The cookies were huge and lying in the tray, smelled super fresh and super sweet. Did not know the calorie facts of the yummy ice cream but who cares. Now I started to miss the ice cream factory in Chinatown@nyc. read more

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Lisa G.

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Amazing cookies and cream ice cream!! Amazing and fresh chocolate chip cookie!!! Welcoming and friendly guy that was helping us. read more

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Carl M.

5 years ago

Rude service. Animosity to kids (who eat ice cream). Cold, icy stares asking for ONE ice cream sample for multiple orders. One star!!

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On Duval Street so everything is on street parking. Nice looking outside and very nice inside. Lots of samples can't beat a place that has ice cream,cookies and fudge. No bathrooms but it's really clean and you can watch them make the items read more

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Candace D.

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The BEST coconut ice cream I've ever had and awesome key lime pie which I didn't even expect! Tart and really authentic! Plus giant cookies.

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Nicole W.

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Really great place to stop for dessert - cookies, fudge and delicious ice cream. And just saying "cookies," is the understatement of the year. The cookies are the diameter of cantaloupes; they're incredible. I grabbed a sugar cookie with rainbow sprinkles and a macaroon. Once again, not "just" a macaroon - a softball sized macaroon that comes dipped in chocolate or plain. I initially had my heart set on cake batter ice cream, but they are all about trying samples so I had a taste of the toasted coconut and never looked back. That in a waffle cone - there was no worries of this thing melting before I chance to finish it; it was too good! The other treats lasted the next few days and were equally pleasing to my sweet tooth. The sugar cookie was nice and chewy, as was the macaroon. That was almost too much for my taste, but still great. I look forward to getting back so I can get some cake batter! read more

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Sonam S.

10 years ago

So glad I made it here on my last night in Key West. Would have totally missed out otherwise. I know there are a bunch of places to eat desserts but this is a must-have. The cool attitude of the owner leaves you really feeling like your on a vacation. For instance, I just asked what type of fudge was being sold there, he takes out a huge chunk and makes me try it. The fudge was amazing. True to my fellow yelpers feeling of not being overly sweet and makes you want to have more than one bite. The cookies are gynormous for sure. I didn't taste the cookies or the macaroons, went straight for the ice cream. Tasted the black cherry and Cuban coffee ice cream and they were amazing. My preference is for the Cuban coffee flavor. Will definitely stop by again when I visit next. read more

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Keith C.

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Friendly. Great atmosphere. Cookies are huge but dry. Not moist style. Almost like a dry cake. Avoid Key lime pie. Fudge and ice cream looks great. read more

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Aisha H.

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cute little shop off duval. great ice cream and HUUUUUGE cookies! I got a chocolate chip one for the drive back from key west and it lasted the whole drive and then some! super nice employees. would definitely recommend! read more

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Very good dessert on Duval Street. The smell will draw you right in. The 1/2 lb cookie was amazing. read more

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Susan P.

17 years ago

Oh my goodness! I wanted fudge and the peanut butter fudge was wonderful. But even that couldn't compare to the chocolate chip cookie my fiance got. It was huge, packed with chocolate chips and to die for! We had to go back the next night and get another one, plus we wanted to try the peanut butter cookie too. Oh so good. This is one place in Key West not to be missed! read more

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Chris C.

7 years ago

While visiting KW for the last week, we made it our mission to try all the "must eat" recommended key lime pies on the island. After trying them all, I can confidently say this was the best! read more

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Kevin L.

6 years ago

The ice cream is excellent but the service was really rude. We walked in and looked at the menu while the guy behind the counter yellled at us "are you ordering ice cream or what?. If we were there longer than 30 seconds it's one thing but we walked in with literally nobody there. read more

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Mariah M.

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The cholate chip cookie is to DIE FOR! Huge, full of chips, chewy and moist. We ate ours hours later and it was still moist and chewy. Way better than grandma could make them. HIGHLY RECOMMEND read more

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419 Duval St
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Key West, FL 33040
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(305) 923-5418
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Hours

What time does Mattheessen's open?

Mattheessen's opens at 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Mattheessen's close?

Mattheessen's closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Mattheessen's take credit cards?

Yes, Mattheessen's takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Mattheessen's have catering options?

No, Mattheessen's does not have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does Mattheessen's allow dogs?

Yes, Mattheessen's allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Mattheessen's have bike parking?

Yes, Mattheessen's has bike parking.

Does Mattheessen's have parking?

Yes, Mattheessen's has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Mattheessen's wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Mattheessen's is wheelchair accessible.

Does Mattheessen's have free WiFi?

No, Mattheessen's does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Colorful trays of fresh, delicious ice cream. Giant cookies. Cakes. Fudge. Coffee. All those tasty treats and more await within the doors of Mattheesen's. Founded in 1993, our family owned and operated parlor has two locations here in Key West. With fresh, quality ingredients, and a passion for everything we bake, there's no wrong choice from our case of concoctions. We offer up a family-friendly atmosphere, and are also open late for when midnight cravings hit. Homemade. Fresh. Delicious.

History

Established in 1993.

Serving the highest quality ingredients in our homemade desserts. 1/2 lb cookies, key lime pie, marble slab fudge, coconut macaroons and homemade ice cream! A must stop in Key West to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Meet the Business Owner: Brent M.

Currently have 3 locations in Key West together. Over 26 years in business.

Great little ice cream spot. I got the vegan coconut agave which was delicious. Not overly sweet…read moreand very smooth. My kids enjoyed their vanilla and strawberry. Best part was the home made berry drizzle that the owner had made for it. You can tell he really puts a lot of effort into his craft. Would love to see even more vegan/ dairy free options. Definitely will be back!!

Cute ice cream Parlor where the owner makes the ice cream. I got the vegan coconut with biscoff…read moreCarmel topping and it was amazing! I will say that my friends got the strawberry and key lime and just threw them away. Another got chocolate and said it was okay.

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Gladiators Ice Cream

4.6

(116 reviews)

0.3 mi

Came to this quaint little mom and pop shop ice cream stand on a particularly hot day while in KW…read more The chocolate was very smooth, creamy and delicious. The coconut was excellent. It is all home made ice cream. Real Ice Cream, not that crap found everywhere now. If you find yourself in Key West on a particularly hot day I recommend going to this little place.

Gladiators is a family owned ice cream shop that boasts being homemade since 1918. Their ice cream…read moreis made from scratch, all natural, no preservatives or colorants added, and no industrial mixes used. With that being said, if you want super creamy and heavy ice cream then this is not the place for you. It has a lighter, icier texture that melts faster than commercially made ice cream. I really enjoyed it and appreciated the natural quality of their product. Service was quick and friendly and the owner is proud to let you know his ice cream is homemade and natural. There are two small bistro tables in the sidewalk where you can sit and enjoy and watch the people pass by.

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Flamingo Crossing

The line moved quickly and we all really loved our selections. Two very nice employees behind the…read morecounter.

Shakes in any ice cream flavor and decent selection. Store is cold so good break from the heat, but…read moreno seating inside so out in the heat to eat it.. Employees were very nice and service was fast.

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Mango and strawberries and cream ice cream. It was amazingly delicious.

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Rainbow Cone

5.0

(5 reviews)

0.3 mi

Pros: Very convenient location, right off of Duval…read more Couldn't be any easier to get here if you're visiting Key West. Service was quick and efficient. The ice cream itself was very high quality. The flavors were well represented without tasting fake or like extract. Cons: No cons. Tips: Get the rainbow cone! It's too fun not to get it. Would love to come back.

Short, sweet, simple, to the point. That is how my visit was, and that is how my review will be…read more Right off the main street in Key West, you walk in, you wait in a very fast-moving line, you get your Tik Tok trending ice cream cone, and you race to eat it as you continue to walk down Duval. This was a happy surprise for me, because I had never heard of this thing and had no idea it was trendy with the kids. The Rainbow Cone (Our famous cone made with slices of Chocolate, Strawberry, Palmer House, Pistachio & Orange Sherbet). Very photogenic. And surprisingly, it was also delicious! Somehow, all of these flavors melded together in my mouth into one cohesive bite. I was a fan. I would definitely come back.

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Key Lime Pie Bakery

It just so happens that Key lime pie happens to be my second most favorite dessert and it's hard…read morefor me to find one that I don't like. I am a stickler though on the fact that I will refuse any specimen that is green in color since it's screams inauthentic. One of my local friends even handed me a coupon for this place, so it was one of three pie concoctions that we sampled during our vacation. Lucky us! The staff here are welcoming and able to handle crowds efficiently and kindly. The store is incredibly cute and has a wide array of Key lime products as well as souvenir type inventory. Great place to perhaps do one-stop shopping if customers are pressed for time or just don't like to spend time at multiple places. The pie was delicious. Tart, sweet, fresh, cool, refreshing, and nice crust. Highly recommend!

There are a few spots in Key West that claim to be the original creators of the Key Lime Pie--this…read moreplace included. It's close to Mallory Square, and they even have their own space where the pies are made. I chatted briefly with the staff, and they told me that yes, this really is the place where it all started. They also mentioned that many other spots claiming to be "the original" actually get either their ingredients or their pies from here. Overall, it's a cute little spot. Besides pies, they sell cupcakes, coffee, and a variety of general goodies and touristy items. We grabbed a small, cozy two seater high table by the window and enjoyed their tart pie. And yes--be ready for that sharp tang that hits your jaw at first and then grows on you! There are benches outside too, and it felt peaceful sitting there. The pie costs $7.

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Front of the key lime pie bakery

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Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge

I've visited several Kilwins locations over the years, and it's always a reliable spot for dessert…read moreafter dinner. While their chocolate confections aren't my favorite, their ice cream and fudge are excellent. We stopped in for a couple of cones, and they were delicious. The stores are well designed and festive, and the staff are consistently friendly.

Stopped in for an ice cream treat while on vacation and it did not disappoint. I got the chocolate…read moresalted carmel in a waffle cone and it was perfect. My Husband got some kind of mud and he really enjoyed it. No pictures bc it was just too good and was gone before I even thought to take any. There are alot of different flavors and many other desert options. The service was also great not rushed to pick a flavor at all which I appreciated.

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Cappuccino Chocolate Chip for the Win!

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Specials

Mattheessen’s - Key West

There are plenty of places to get dessert in Key West. I know because we tried most of them! What's…read morenice about Mattheessen's is that they offer some items that are uniquely their own. Food: The one item that really stood out was the PB Fudge Cookie. It's a large peanut butter cookie with a thick layer of peanut butter fudge, topped with another thick layer of chocolate fudge. Yes, it's one big and delicious cookie. It's expensive at $12, but it's large enough to feed a family of six. There were other items that looked equally amazing, including the chocolate-dipped coconut macaroons. On another visit a couple of days later, we tried the Key lime pie, and it was excellent. The crust had a rich, buttery flavor and held together well. Instead of the traditional meringue topping, they used whipped cream, which was a nice touch. We even asked for extra. Service: The staff were friendly, helpful, and patient. We never felt rushed. Atmosphere: The shop is well lit, clean, and has an upbeat aesthetic. Mattheessen's is a place we would, and did, return to for a second visit.

Dined: 5/27/26 We arrive on Key West via Celebrity…read moreReflection cruise ship. We wanted to find the best Key Lime Pie on the island. This place is absolutely the BEST! The crust is phenomenal and the filling is perfectly balanced (not too tart). We even saw him making the pies! I also ordered their Frozen Limeade drink ($6). PERFECT drink for the humidity and temperature. The baker/server was extremely friendly and fast! If you love Key Like Pie, Mattheessen's is THE PLACE! We will be back!

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Carpe Diem

Cool little spot in Mallory Square for all your sweets cravings! Ice cream, shaved ice, rolled ice…read morecream, giant chocolate chip cookies, and milkshakes... you name it! It's nice to see this cute little establishment after working so hard riding your bike around town. It is absolutely refreshing. The gentleman who works there is very friendly! Great stop before you go and see the sunset across the street!

I had heard this spot that's fairly new was a no frills ice cream spot near the end of Duval…read more And this is exactly what "Carpe Diem" is to a T. We were walking around semi-aimlessly at the north end of Duval, and had actually just done a lap around Mallory Square and the cruise ship area. We were pretty tired from all the walking. Nothing charges me up as much as a bowl of Ice cream so we popped in. Service was nice enough, straight forward. We got just what we wanted(a snickers ice cream and a peppermint) at the price we thought we would get(a touristy price). It's not right on Duval so you have to walk around to find it. And it's not well marked so even better for the line. In fact when we got there I thought there would be a large line, it was perfect ice cream weather. But since it is not obvious to find, there was no line at all. If you needing a cup or a cone at the north end of the strip, it's a good quick stop.

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Shaved ice

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Chocolate covered keylime pie

Better Than Sex

We had fabulous desserts this evening at Key West's Better Than Sex! This adults-only,…read morespeakeasy-style dessert restaurant is located just off Duval Street. Famous for its provocative menu and intimate, candlelit atmosphere, the spot serves decadent, house-made, chocolate-heavy creations.Beyond the food, the experience features signature cocktails and wines served in glasses with rims coated in melted chocolate! Because of its popularity for date nights and late-night indulgence, making a reservation in advance is recommended. We booked 24 hours in advance.

The concept here is executed so well - it is one of best finds we have found in years…read more First, the decor and atmosphere is incredible. The decor is seductive in such a tasteful and classy way, everything is so romantic. It's beautiful. Cozy, intimate booths. Sparkling chandeliers flickering in candlelight. Ambient lighting. It is a perfect place to end your evening with your partner. We made reservations the morning of, on a Wednesday evening for our anniversary, and were seated promptly. Service was incredible from start to finish. I appreciate their ipad menus with questions to ask your partner, peruse the menu, and read about the origins. There are plenty of drinks and deserts with double entendre names, they're so fun. Huge positive that they have virgin drinks, and several to choose from. Both deserts we tried were out of the world delicious. The missionary crisp ice cream and flavor was 10/10, no notes to improve. Key lime from behind was the best key lime I've had in my life and quickly became the best we have tried on Key West. Incredible and what a lovely place!!

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Cream in my coffee

Red velvet cheesecake

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Moscato, white chocolate rimmed glass

Rooster Treats

4.1

(28 reviews)

0.8 mi

This is a super cute truck in the area of the Southernmost Point that offers soft serve ice cream…read moreor mini donuts with toppings! The service was quick and there was some seating outside with some sand so even though it is a few blocks inland there was still a relaxed, beach feel to the place. I got the coconut joy mini donuts and my boyfriend got the chocolate paradise ice cream. The mini donuts did get a little soggy from the toppings so I would maybe eat a little faster than I did (though I didn't take an unreasonable amount of time) or go for the ice cream. For Key West, they seemed reasonably priced and hit the spot for something sweet. If you're already in the area and looking for something sweet, I would stop here.

We stopped in on our last night in Key West after trying several of the ice cream shops during our…read morestay. I think Rooster Treats is a fun change of pace from the more traditional storefronts lining Duval Street. Instead of a typical shop, it operates out of a permanent trailer. You order from a raised deck platform, then head down to enjoy your treat at one of the tables set up in a makeshift sandy beach area. The whole setup works surprisingly well. It gives you that relaxed, toes-in-the-sand feeling, almost like you're unwinding right by the water. It has a great vibe. We're not huge fans of soft serve, mainly because the flavors and textures can feel limited. Rooster Treats makes up for that with the generous amount of toppings you can add. I ordered the Chocolate Paradise, which came with chocolate drizzle, sprinkles, and Oreo crumbs. It was delicious, and the portion size was very good. Glad we checked it out before heading home.

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Sandy "beach"

Just add your favorite toppings!

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Relax and enjoy your soft serve ice cream or freshly made mini donuts

Harpoon Harry's

Charming little diner style eatery with excellent breakfast items anytime…read more CASH ONLY! But they do have an ATM available.

Island vibe casual restaurant and pretty good food. Not on the water so no ocean views. Less…read moreinside seating than we expected; ended up sitting at the bar, which wasn't all that great with the wait staff standing right in front of us most of the time. They do have a couple of small outside tables. The burgers were good, but not great. Seemed like pre-made packaged burger patties to me. The onion rings and fries were pretty tasty. The staff were friendly and conversational. Note that it's a cash-only restaurant (no credit cards), but there is an ATM at the front door. A little pricy for what you get, but what isn't pricy in Key West.

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Shrimp Tacos

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Kitchen area

Eaton Street Seafood Market

Best shrimp on the island. Outside dining is delightful. To go orders always an option if you're on…read morethe run!

Stone crab was exceptional and they have the large ones. Spiny lobster and lobster roll were just…read moreokay. It's in a nice neighborhood but we wouldn't go out of our way to come back.

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Lobster roll, plantain chips, and coleslaw.

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Lobster roll

La Grignote

The hot chocolate was absolutely amazing and not too hot on this warm day. I followed with the…read moreGreek yogurt with granola, fruit, and honey. It was tasty. I also had the Queen's Annan which was spectacular. My family enjoyed their meals of the veggie Benedict and the green tartine. The waitstaff was funny -Carlos. Would definitely recommend.

We walked in an hour before closing time (3pm), which turned out to be perfect. Every time we…read morepassed by this place earlier in the day, it was always packed from opening onward. I forgot to take a photo of their cold brew process that was being done in the morning, but it was fascinating to watch. The process looked painstakingly slow, yet very cool and worth seeing. After a long day of walking and sightseeing, a small afternoon coffee break was much needed. We ordered iced coffee along with a slice of honey cake. The cake was moist, not overly sweet, and paired perfectly with either iced or hot coffee. The only downside was the service toward the end of our visit. Since they were preparing to close, the staff had already started putting things away and cleaning while customers were still seated and eating or drinking. Personally, I think cleaning should begin after closing time rather than while guests are still trying to enjoy their experience. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the honey cake and would love to try their cold brew next time.

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La Grignote Croissants & other baked goods!

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Chai latte

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Paulina W.

179

11 years ago

My family and I stopped in while at port in Key West on a cruise. We were looking for a place that wasn't just full of tourists and had been around for a while, this was the perfect place! We shared two pieces of the famous key lime pie and on of the half pound cookies. Both of which were fantastic! The service was fast and very accommodating. They even have very generous samples of their fudge which was also fantastic! Prices were reasonable and on par with the others in the area. I highly recommend this spot for anyone in the area looking for a sweet treat! read more

Jennifer H.

197

7 years ago

DO NOT GO HERE! The Russian brunette behind the counter is a jerk. After reading other reviews, I'm not the only person to think that. Also, their prices are the worst rip off I've seen in years!! $6+ for ONE scoop (not even a big scoop) of ice cream?! Are you kidding? Go to Walgreens down the street and for $4 you can buy an entire half gallon. The owners should be ashamed at how they run their business. Awful. read more

Isaac M.

4 years ago

This is a must-stop destination in Key West. I had never had or seen a 1 pound cookie before this trip and I was certainly not disappointed trying Mattheessen's. With how big they were, I was expecting them to be much harder, but the cookies were very gooey and lasted for multiple days. We went back several times through the week. They also sell ice cream that was pretty great as well. I cannot recommend enough! read more

K T.

281

575

8 years ago

Big 6 dollar cookies and yummy ice cream. Did not try the fudge but they look good too. Tried the chocolate chip and pecan cookies and they were soft and moist anf delicious. The ice cream was probably one of the better one in key west. Especially the papa smurf flavor which is like cotton candy and marshmallows. If you like sweets then just stop by. read more

Nelly M.

7 years ago

Love this dessert spot in Key West! Everything here is delicious. The ice cream, the fudge, the cookies and the coconut macrons! The key lime pie is a little sweet but still delicious! The gentlemen's that work there are funny and friendly. Definitely will be returning! read more

Stewart S.

246

8 years ago

The shop on the 100 block of Duval. ULTRA RUDE counter help. Totally unacceptable. Embarrassingly rude. I am a local and I was perfectly polite and well mannered. A young east European woman working there has no business working with the public. Shameful. read more

Srujana M.

Elite 25

119

653

2 years ago

Metthessene Ice Cream is an okay spot for Cuban ice cream, though the pies were overly sweet and not to my liking. Unfortunately, the experience was marred by a rude and sarcastic waitress, making it the most unpleasant encounter I've had to date read more