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    Sandbar On Tap

    3.5 (21 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Live music
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Shrimp and scallop fritter
    Jennifer M.

    We come every week for trivia on Thursday nights. It's so much fun and the service is great. We love the new menu and really enjoyed some of the new items. The view is the best in Islamorada! You got to try it!

    Octopus Ceviche.
    Laura G.

    What a great suprise. Octopus Ceviche Baby Octopus in a lime juice, ginger, garlic, onion sauce. This unique dish served with chips was spectacular , the flavors all made each bite delectable. Our service was prompt and super with Carlos Rico and Orlando and rest of the crew made us feel welcomed and appreciated. The breeze and fans kept us cool even know it was 87 degrees tonight. The view of the famous ISLAMORADA Sandbar and ocean was great. They have live entertainment which we really enjoyed. And tons of locals enjoying the evening. And Friday is Happy all day long with three specials at 50% off. The Sandbar is a must go to place for either locals or visitors.

    Beautiful Bar
    Marqus R.

    Sand Bar has only recently opened. It's on the second floor above the Seafood Buffet of Whale Harbor, but fortunately there is an elevator on the outside just to the left of the Seafood Buffet entrance. Sand Bar has an immaculate update decor loaded with nautical themes. It's really gorgeous and with ocean views second to none. If for no other reason the beautiful views make Sand Bar worth a stop by. But all of that goodness is pretty much wasted by a series of horrible downsides. By the time I got the bartenders attention it was 7:05pm; so no Happy Hour for me as Happy hour comes to an abrupt end at 7:00pm. Worse however was the pour. My partner ordered a Scotch the rocks but the chintzy miserly pour turned out to be barely visible and disappeared within a single sip. Then there is the culinary amusing Happy Hour menu consisting of little more than French Bread Pizza (really?), wings and the typical peel and eat shrimp. But the thing that was the big turn off to me was their live music; a single guitarist with a voice of gravel singing, not Caribbean, Buffet Parrot Head, or reggae, but instead hillbilly West Virginia. Like who would come here, to the Keys, to listen to that crap?

    Moscow Mule...because there is a pack of them.
    J R.

    Saturday afternoon vibes...we were on our way to the BBQ event and the traffic was crazy. We had a 2+ hour drive for a 1 hour distance. After driving a long time we decided to stop here enjoy a drink and were going to decide to continue on the drive or just enjoy the place. We stayed for a few drinks, a snack and then late lunch/early dinner at the restaurant next door. So, let's talk a little about the experience...we were welcomed by the staff who was really pleasant. The view was beautiful and the locals were welcoming. Topics of conversation and things we should note. We ordered a couple of margaritas and these were really good. The human ordered a pizza and it was delicious. The best part of this all was the view. There was shade. There was a breeze. It was a great experience.

    Monika F.

    The peel and eat shrimp was amazing! Beautiful view and chill vibes with the live music and ocean breeze.

    Beautiful view

    Great stop to enjoy an outdoor happy hour. The service was superb and the view even better. We had fries and beverages and it was perfect.

    Oceanside View
    Charuta K.

    Rooftop bar with live music, cheese pizza, and light beer while lounging on their cozy and cute love seats is how we enjoyed our Friday night here. No complaints!

    Key Lime Pie Pina Colada  and Strawberry Daiquiri
    Kirstin P.

    Breeezy and Boozy!!! Finished a morning fishing charter at the Wahoo docks and walked over to this third floor bar. Bright and colorful decor. Amazing waterfront view of the ocean AND entertained myself watching all the sport boats return to base and display their daily catchings. Wonderful breeze. Live music! Sampled some crispy, seasoned french fries to munch on...almost ate the whole basket myself! I'd go back everyday if I was local. Definitely will be adding this to my necessary visit each vacation. Couldn't have asked for a better way to end my day!

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    Food was good I recommend fried conch and fish dip. Service was fine and friendly ambience

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    I love this place. The view is great. Good service. The pizza is very good, the tacos and burgers too.

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    Flagler Station

    Flagler Station

    4.6
    (27 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    As a life long "conch" and part-time keys resident I have dined at just about every restaurant in…read morethe Florida keys and I am here to state that Flagler Station is now one of my favorites places to dine in Islamorada. The ambiance, decor, view, parking, service, cocktails, food, and just about everything else is simply amazing. The cocktails are keys perfect, the Flagler's Crab Cake ($28) is a pan seared jumbo lump crab in a diled beurre blanc appetizer is probably the best I have ever had, the bread is fantastic. The house special "Chateaubriand for two" ($140) is a 22 oz beef tenderloin grilled over our open flame, forest vegetables and mashed potatoes is sliced tableside and as good as any steak I have every had. Even the butterscotch bread pudding ($14) is as good as Gordan Ramsay's version. Don't hesitate to go here....and I am sure it will get crowded in season, so reservations will probably be needed. Of course the locals will sit at the bar, but that is out secret.

    We visited for my mom's birthday and had an amazing experience! The restaurant's stunning décor…read morecaptures the charm and elegance of old Florida, creating a beautiful atmosphere from the moment you walk in. For dinner, we ordered the Chateaubriand for Two along with the crab cake, and both were absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich, perfectly prepared, and truly memorable. The service and ambiance made the celebration even more special. Highly recommend for a date night, special occasion, or anyone looking for an exceptional dining experience. We'll definitely be back!

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    My steak and yes I ordered it like this and it was delicious
    My steak and yes I ordered it like this and it was delicious
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    Pierre's

    Pierre's

    3.6
    (349 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$$$

    On our trip to Islamorada, there was definitely no shortage of good restaurants, but finding one…read moreopen on a Monday proves to be a challenge. We stumbled across Pierre's Lounge & Restaurant at Morada Bay, and honestly, this place is a hidden gem. It doesn't seem to pop up in a lot of the Islamorada food videos, but it has killer reviews on OpenTable, and we experienced why. Pierre's is located inside a beautiful two-story colonial-style house overlooking Florida Bay. It has that vintage, old Florida feel, with beautiful views of the beach and water. We were seated inside at a table overlooking the bay, and between the view, the service, and the food, it ended up being one of the best meals of the trip. We did the Chef's 6-Course Tasting Menu, and every course was great. Everything was fresh and prepared perfectly. The tasting included butter lettuce with hearts of palm and green goddess dressing, scallop and Florida pink shrimp ceviche, Hudson Valley foie gras, pan roasted branzino, chargrilled lamb chops, and a key lime tart to finish. The branzino and lamb chops were both standouts, every bite was better than the last. I washed it down with a couple Smoked Sailor Old Fashioneds, made with Mount Gay Triple Cask XO, bourbon. My favorite rum and it made for a great cocktail. If you're in Islamorada and looking for a spot with beautiful views, a vintage vibe, great service, and great food, check out Pierre's.

    For years, Pierre's was one of our favorite restaurants in the Keys. I've celebrated special…read moreoccasions here with family and friends and have always loved the beautiful sunset views, exceptional food, and attention to detail. Unfortunately, after returning I was shocked by how much the experience has declined. We started with the Yellowtail Tuna Tartare, which was mediocre at best and lacked the freshness and flavor. The biggest disappointment was the Truffle Gnocchi with Shrimp. The shrimp appeared to be simply fried separately and placed on top of the gnocchi as an afterthought. The presentation was poor, there was virtually no truffle flavor, and overall it was one of the worst gnocchi dishes I've ever had. As a restaurant that has always prided itself on French cuisine, I was especially surprised by the escargot. Instead of being served in a traditional, appealing presentation, the escargot were removed from their shells and scattered on a plate with lettuce and a pastry in the center. It looked messy and completely missed the mark. The staff did bring out a complimentary Key lime pie for the birthday celebration, which was thoughtful. Ironically, it ended up being the best thing we ate all evening. It's genuinely sad to see what was once a gem of a restaurant lose so much of what made it special. The quality, presentation, and attention to detail that kept us coming back year after year seem to be gone. I don't know if it's the result of the change in ownership, but the magic simply isn't there anymore. After many wonderful memories at Pierre's, this is not a review I ever expected to write. Sadly, I'll be lowering my rating and, for the first time in years, I'm not sure we'll be returning.

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    In front of our dining table
    Rib cap with potatoes and asparagus. Delicious!!!
    Rib cap with potatoes and asparagus. Delicious!!!
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    Italian Food Company

    Italian Food Company

    4.6
    (521 reviews)
    13.8 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    My wife & I had dinner at the Italian Food Co. this evening. The ambiance is casual and slightly…read morequirky - a perfect fit for the Keys. The menu is extensive with any Italian appetizer, pasta, or main dish you could think of. They also have pizza which seems very popular. We both started with a house salad; It was fresh and tasty. For our main course, I had the Spicy Shrimp fra Diavola and my wife had the lasagna. We both commented on the incredible flavor of the pasta itself (mine was served over spaghetti.) I don't ever remember eating at an Italian restaurant where the flavor of the pasta was so memorable. My entree had large gulf shrimp in a spicy marinara sauce. It was noticeably spicy and tasted great. I tasted the lasagna which was also among the best I have had. If you are looking for Italian in the Key Largo area, I highly recommend the Italian Food Co. We stopped back before we left Key Largo. We shared a large house salad and a "meatball panini" (aka, a meatball calzone.). It was great and large; the two of us didn't finish it! To top off the evening we shared an espresso with ice cream. Our second trip not reinforced the first; just go & enjoy!

    Live music, many seating choices and very attentive and friendly staff. A large menu to choose from…read moreand specials as well. We had the Quattro pizza special (small) and it was done really well. Sorry we can't stay longer and try more of their dishes.

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    Authentic Italian Neapolitan Pizza and Market

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    Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar

    Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar

    3.4
    (944 reviews)
    10.4 mi
    $$

    This is one of our go-to's every trip. Snappers always has good, friendly service. The live music…read moreis also always really great and such a vibe. Views are great. Lots of outdoor seating and plenty inside too. Pro tip- wear long pants and bring a light long sleeve top. I get eaten up by mosquitos every time. It's a fun, chill atmosphere. Food: only reason I took a star off is the price has gotten very expensive. 2 entrees, 1 app, 1 mocktail was about $150. The fish dip was sooo good!!!, but again, pricy at $20. I got the fried coconut shrimp basket which comes with a few hush puppies that are pretty large in size and french fries. The taste for all of it was very good. My husband got hog fish w/ rice and veg medley and it was good, he loved the rice, but again pricy at mid $40's. All in all, this is always a great place to come!

    We make the keys our vacation spot every year and have been coming to Snappers sometimes more than…read moreonce on our trips. After today unfortunately we will not. Our waitress was having a rough day- I get that but it really came off on her service, she didn't seem friendly, no smiling, and the worst part is when I saw MULTIPLE roaches running around the floor, she said "oh they're just bugs around here that's all it's probably different where you're from" Meanwhile the host female and male at the front were too busy flirting to check guests in, the guy saw the roach and all they did was laugh. Also observed another customer wiping off the AC unit above them, and complaining something kept falling into their food. They have really gone downhill, and for the prices they charge .... It's a shame because I really like snappers. I had the Mahi, with veggies and fries and it seemingly tasted fine but more so worried now my family and I will get sick due to the roaches and a quick internet search that found this is an ongoing issue.

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    Calamari
    Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar

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