Sandy&#x27;s Cafe

It's a great spot for the Duval scene and people watching. We sat at the smaller bar in the front…read morefor a late night snack. We got pub style food and a salad. Everything was good. Our bartender was sweet, and attentive. It's a great place to visit.

Our first night in Key West we were all hungry from the trip and looking for somewhere to get…read morestarted with the drinks and food. Came over to Caroline's because it was one of the less crowded spots but still located right there amidst the action. It's all outdoors and wooden boardwalk type tables, although the fans helped keep it somewhat cooler and less humid. A natural vibe for the geographical region though. We were able to get seated right away, however the service was a bit slow and we noticed people around us who were seated after us getting their food well before us. It finally did come and it was solid. Nothing to write home about but a solid option on the strip for some food and drinks. Wouldn't say I'd go seek it out, but if you're looking around and need decent prices and food and can't decide or everywhere is packed, you'll be safe with it.

Outdoor seating

Shrimp Poboy

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Mojitos

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4.5(1.1k reviews)

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This has to be one of the best meals I have ever eaten in Key West. This mainly vegetarian…read morerestaurant presents a wide variety of very fresh, very tasty dishes from salads, to noodle bowls, to even breakfast. The salad I had was one of the most flavorful salads I've ever had and it was so filling. Their juices are spectacular as well and the vibe is so chill. Will definitely be back in the future and can't wait to try more of their menu!

We always come to this place multiple times when we are in Key West! The service is great. The…read moredrinks are delicious and the food is always on point! The vegan options are great and my Omni friends can always find something for themselves. Don't skip dessert!

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The art is amazing

Little White House Subs

4.9(122 reviews)

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Our original plans were to hit up a brewery and eat lunch. However, I came across a suggested post…read moreon social media and thought, this sandwich looks good. Looked up sandwich shops near the port in Key West and this one popped up. It had great reviews, so we decided to give it a try. It's a small place, but there is a few seats inside and outside. We ordered the Balboa and pasta salad. Service was great and the sandwich came out fast. This sandwich was one of the best I have ever had. Nothing we have had in Key West can compare as of yet. This will be our go-to for every future visit.

Stopped in to grab some sandwiches to bring on our boat day- the sandwiches were great, but they…read moreget super busy so definitely expect a wait on a weekend. My friend and I split the baja turkey. I thought it was delicious and it was a huge sandwich already halved for us to share.

Custom handmade ham sandwich. Great bread, great sandwich.

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Such a great place with incredible vegan options! The breakfast bagel was the best bagel I've ever…read morehad. Not like the usual hard ones, this was almost like regular bread. They also add a ton of tempeh, and the portions sizes are great - so yay! What I got: 1. Breakfast Bagel (vegan with tempeh) - 5/5 (so yummy ) 2. Grilled chicken sandwich (vegan with tempeh) with vegan coleslaw - 5/5 (soooo delicious) If you're sharing, get both. It was so tasty Veg / Vegan / Vegetarian review

Such a delightful restaurant/grocery store…read more The food is glorious (high quality, tasty, expertly prepared) but the people working here are pitch perfect in their humanity. Beyond their routine of care and presence, they helped a customer who took a hard fall outside the cafe. Customers helped, too, but the waitstaff showed up with compassion, concern, ice and bandages. I'm sorry someone trip and fell hard, but it was wonderful to watch the care for this person and their friends. I'm impressed by their humanity and will be back to enjoy fresh food and their wonderful vibes.

Asian dragon salad

Breakfast Bagel

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Outside

Two Friends Patio

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I got the spicy seafood combo and the blackened Mahi with the spicy cocktail dipping sauce was…read morefreaking delicious! Fried Buffalo shrimp was superb and the scallops in the marinara sauce.... Now, let's just say I'm not a fan of marinara sauce, but the spicy definitely made me like it More! The dill sauce that was by the mashed potatoes and I was dipping them on was fantastic! My husband got the shellfish combo. They said the lobster was perfectly cooked, and he is currently inhaling the snow crab. Legs, and I can't even see the shrimp on the plate anymore. LOL so apparently he must have liked that... We set on the inside bar where the AC was. There was 3 bartenders for the tiny little bar, not much interaction from any of them. Its karaoke night so my hubby has to of course sing a song... We might even come back for breakfast tomorrow! FYI... the prices are not on the menu for reason ..

BLUF: delicious food with friendly service Went with a very…read morelarge group on a weekday night. They accommodated all of us, and the waiters really had to hussle, I can tell you that. To a person everyone enjoyed their food. They have a seafood platter that is a very generous portion of fish, scallops, and shrimp that was delicious. Highly recommend. Also got a side of steamed mussels: wow, they were nice meaty mussels in a delicious wine sauce that was perfect for dipping the two pieces of cheesy toast that come with it. They have a virgin version of most of their cocktails, and i can highly recommend the virgin mango daquiri. Key lime pie for dessert was delicious. I'd definitely go back and have recommended it to my friends

Great atmosphere live music

THE BEST Shrimp on the island

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Bloody Mary

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Convenient location in downtown key west and live music. Great ambiance for an early dinner. We had…read morethe following: - frog legs 3/5. First and maybe last time I'll have frog legs. It tastes like chicken, but I can't get over the texture and looking at the muscular legs :/ - conch fritters 4/5 - pretty good and Lege portion - grouper sandwich 5/5. Very good and the fries were also amazing

Nasty drinks/ unorganized service Go elsewhere to catch the…read moresunset Plenty of other options

Inside

Cheese curds

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3.9(491 reviews)

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We were pleasantly surprised at how great our lunch experience was! This is a fantastic lunch spot…read more The watermelon IPA was light and fruity. Totally refreshing. My mahi sandwich was moist, fresh and delicious and the beans and rice were a big hit with nice seasoning. My friend's burger was reported to be absolutely fantabulous. It was large and juicy with wagyu beef. The fries were large cut and crunchy. The side salads looked farmer fresh. Service was great and the ambiance is unique being in an old Pan Am ticket office from the 1920's. There is nice indoor and outdoor seating. Great bar seating! They have a little shop that sells Pan Am merchandise.

Getting seats was quick! Front desk had young teens that were friendly, kind and professional…read more The food came fast, though it was okay, steak was very chewy, but flavor overall was there. Maybe I just didn't order the right thing, but my partner didn't enjoy his food too much either. Not worth coming twice to unfortunately in my opinion. Our waitress is what really blew it, overall very bad attitude. Seemed almost judge-mental. Didn't take away our used plates, which ending up making the small table super crowded, didn't check up on us, and over-all was mute the entire time serving us. Would come and in a blink she was gone again before we could ask anything. I understand waitresses can get caught up when taking care of multiple people, but there truly wasn't many people there. The Ambiance was nice, tables and overall space did look clean. We had an early dinner so there wasn't too much of a crowd. Bar had nice music. The aesthetic of the place is charming. Overall I'd give it 3 stars. If you're hungry and need a fill-me-up this is a good spot. Otherwise, if you can, I'd suggest you go elsewhere.

Interior

Flatbread

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Old Havana Red Ale

Kaya Island Eats

4.6(1.2k reviews)

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Kaya has great Key West Vibes. We brought fish we caught that day on a charter trip and the chef…read moreprepared it for us 3 different ways. The dishes were amazing and delicious. To top it off, we had the most amazing server. Renata so friendly and very knowledgeable about the food and entertainment available at Kaya. Next time we are in Key West we will return and hope Renata will be there to serve and entertain us with her stories and hospitality.

We had such a great experience at Kaya! We brought in our fresh-caught mahi mahi for their…read morehook-and-cook, and they turned it into an incredible three-course meal for only $20 per person. Everything was flavorful and beautifully prepared--a really fun way to enjoy our catch. William, our server, was fantastic and truly added to the experience. He was attentive and thorough, explained everything, answered all of our questions, and even brought us a magazine to show us a review featuring the dish we were having. That extra attention made the evening feel special. Great food, an awesome hook-and-cook experience, and exceptional service from William. We would absolutely recommend Kaya!

Inside area

Mahi tacos. Bleh

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Bang Bang Fish Locally caught Mahi mahi Thai chili aioli Sesame and green onion

Moondog Cafe & Bakery

4.5(1.6k reviews)

0.7 mi

We stopped by MoonDog Café & Bakery for a little lunch snack after conducting a séance at the…read moreHemingway House. We sat outside beneath the shade, where it was surprisingly cool and comfortable. Service was quick, and I ordered the house Bloody Mary. It was flavorful without being overly spicy, the ghost of Hemingway agreed. We also shared the veggie board, which was delicious and perfect for a light meal. The desserts looked absolutely amazing, but Hemingway's ghost and I decided to save room for some stronger spirits instead. The prices were very fair, and I would happily return to try the desserts, preferably when the ghost of Hemingway is somewhere else.

Been to Key West and googled this place . We wanted to have good coffee and cakes and found this…read moreplace ! Had fantastic reviews in google . Parking was a bit tough here ! They don't have their own parking .. it's paid parking outside . Peak times I think there are some wait times since they are Michelin rated ! Interiors looked awesome . Lots of seats to sit and eat .. ambience was great . Cortado was just awesomeeeeeeee.. haven't had a coffee that good ! It was a short glass but superb taste ! Chai was ok . Not the best but it was ok. Bakery was great . Loved the chocolate cake ! Fantastic taste . Macarons were absolutely awesome ! Nice and good .. spinach artichoke dip was good too ! Kids liked the pasta .. service was good .. good experience overall .. 4 stars ..

Dining room

Key Lime Pie

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Blackberry Bourbon Bacon French Toast

Fisherman's Cafe

4.5(347 reviews)

0.8 mi

This place is exactly what I expected. A local dive with wonderful breakfast and coffee. It won't…read morebreak your bank and gives you good Key West local vibes. The service was very helpful and quick. I got the iced Café con Leche it was a great strong coffee to get the day started. Paired with an everything bagel with salmon and cream cheese

I found Fisherman's Cafe after a not-so-great experience at one of the neighboring spots, and I'm…read moreglad I did. While waiting to order, I was able to browse the menu and decided on the shrimp and crab wrap with fries. The cashier answered all of my questions about the wrap, which made me feel confident in my choice. The wait wasn't long, especially since everything is made fresh. The fries came out hot and definitely needed a minute to cool down, and the wrap was warm on the outside while the inside stayed cool and fresh. Everything was tasty, and the pickle was a nice touch to round out the meal. Fisherman's is a small restaurant with limited seating, but there are several benches across the walkway where you can sit and enjoy your food while watching the boats and people nearby. A great, laid-back spot with a nice view.

American Coffee , Breakfast Sandwich on Everything Bagel, Fresh Banana

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John F.

2 years ago

We were in Key West for a week and went on a mission in search of the island's best traditional Cubano (pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard--no lettuce, tomato, mayo known in Key West as a "Cuban Mix"). We managed five lunches, served only with fries for sharing with a glass of water. We wanted to make sure we could compare "apples to apples" with each location! Locations included Sandy's Cafe; Ana's Cuban Cafe; El Siboney; 5 Brothers; and Kim's Kuban. In rank order, we most enjoyed Sandy's Cafe. The sandwich was hot and the bread had a nice crunch; the pulled/shredded pork nicely spiced; the cheese melted that coated the meats nicely; and the overall taste delicious. The French fries were delightfully seasoned and complemented the sandwich. This was the most traditional of the Cubanos and the place we would return to the most. Next up would be a toss-up between Ana's and El Siboney. While the taste was there, the sandwich needed just a few more minutes on the griddle. A trick with a Cubano is ensuring that the meats are hot--or at least warm--within, and this wasn't fully the case in either establishment. Still, they merited "runner-up" status. The products were fresh and a decent balance of all ingredients. We wanted to love 5 Brothers as the charm of the place was there. However, the meats within were literally half-cold, particularly the ham. Taste, yes. Texture, no. Finally, as we were staying in Old Town, we walked all the way to Kim's Kuban where we had read good things. Alas, this place was the largest disappointment and not worth the walk. The ham overpowered the rest of the sandwich--and it was cold with unmelted cheese. Alas, we would not return to Kim's Kuban which was also on a busy highway. We look forward to returning to the Keys to continue our search! read more

Sandy D.

Elite 25

495

943

3197

2 years ago

I got the validation of the maintenance man at our hotel to come, and his rec did not disappoint. I tried the cafe con leche and Cuban mixes twice this trip, and here does it better in my opinion! Their Cuban Mix's bread was ok, but the ingredients were so compactly tucked in, that it made for a perfect chew each time. Their cafe also had foam on top, making it extra sweeter and creamier, but so good as a result. Vibes were chill, with some outdoor seating and a couple roosters. Highly recommend paying a visit for Cuban food! read more

Jenny T.

6 years ago

Cute little stop for a quick bite. Food nothing special but worth a stop for a quick take out. Service not really super friendly but it's just a window... read more

Margaret G.

4 years ago

Ordered delivery and after 2 hours was told to wait longer. Never received my order but they definitely tried to charge me.

Marian T.

6 years ago

Love this place!! Great customer service and tasty food!! Amazing coffee and fresh food !! U won't be disappointed

Ion G.

7 years ago

We had the very best fish sandwich and the authentic Cuban sandwich ever. Highly recommend it.

Halee' H.

1 year ago

Best cuban sandwich had to come back again!! Also has the best Cuban coffee! Must visit!

Lynn L.

6 years ago

We ate here twice. Coffee is full of flavor. Food is really good!

Charlie P.

6 years ago

great local Cuban food. they deliver

Sally N.

7 years ago

Good Cuban sandwich.

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