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!

Mary Ellen's Bar and Kitchen…read more From the outside, it's just a plain white building sittin' in the sun nothing flashy, nothing pulling you in. Real easy to walk right past it without a second thought. But step inside... and now you're in a whole different story. The walls, the ceiling, the corners every inch feels like it's been collected over time, layered with memorabilia and personality. And the wild part? It doesn't stay the same. The décor can shift with the mood, like the place is alive and just decides to reinvent itself whenever it feels like it. You go in thinking it's just a quick stop. Then the drinks start flowing, the room starts buzzing, and next thing you know you're laughing louder than you planned, talking longer than you expected. Sure, maybe there was a little drinking involved but truth be told, it's the atmosphere doing most of the heavy lifting. They've got events, music, off-the-wall fun mixed in with a laid-back crowd, and it all just works without trying too hard. The food holds its own too solid comfort stuff that hits right when you need it and the service keeps things moving smooth without missing a beat. It's one of those spots... looks like nothing on the outside, but inside it's a whole experience. Another one of those "hidden gems," yeah but this one earns it the hard way. Mary Ellen's Bar and Kitchen From the outside, it's just a plain white building sittin' in the sun nothing flashy, nothing pulling you in. Real easy to walk right past it without a second thought. But step inside... and now you're in a whole different story. The walls, the ceiling, the corners every inch feels like it's been collected over time, layered with memorabilia and personality. And the wild part? It doesn't stay the same. The décor can shift with the mood, like the place is alive and just decides to reinvent itself whenever it feels like it. You go in thinking it's just a quick stop. Then the drinks start flowing, the room starts buzzing, and next thing you know you're laughing louder than you planned, talking longer than you expected. Sure, maybe there was a little drinking involved but truth be told, it's the atmosphere doing most of the heavy lifting. They've got events, music, off-the-wall fun mixed in with a laid-back crowd, and it all just works without trying too hard. The food holds its own too solid comfort stuff that hits right when you need it and the service keeps things moving smooth without missing a beat. It's one of those spots... looks like nothing on the outside, but inside it's a whole experience. Another one of those "hidden gems," yeah but this one earns it the hard way.

Mary Ellen's Bar & Kitchen is exactly the kind of place a weary traveler wants to discover in Key…read moreWest: a lively bar, cheap beer, and delicious Mexican food. The prices were friendly, the atmosphere was fun, and the combination of cold drinks and spicy food gave me enough courage to face whatever horrors waited outside. Unfortunately, after ordering my second beer, the lights began flickering and a mysterious voice whispered, "One more round." I assumed it was a ghost until I realized it was just someone at the bar making a recommendation. Then the salsa started moving on its own. I bravely consumed it anyway. By the end of the night, I had defeated the haunted salsa, secured another inexpensive beer, and escaped with my soul mostly intact. Mary Ellen's is a great stop for cheap drinks, Mexican food, and the possibility of being spiritually possessed by a particularly aggressive jalapeño. Five stars, though I recommend keeping an eye on the chips.

This was one of our favorite stops on this trip to Key West. The food was the best of our visit!…read more We loved that the had an appetizer sampler and an entree sampler. As a person that has a hard time deciding between items on a great menu, this was dream! Our service was outstanding. We loved the ambiance of this spot. Lots of cool artifacts and art! Especially if you are a Star Wars fan. Highly recommend a stop here!

fun "nerdy" decor - dark and fun. Service was good. Our server was friendly and advised us on the…read moremenu. I had the entree trio the scallops were cooked perfectly wrapped inside crispy bacon, the grouper was a little dry and the garlic mashed were slightly bland, the shrimp and were seasoned and cooked well and the spice level of e curry sauce over the rice was great. Overall a great dish. my husband had the appetizer trio and he enjoyed it very much. Again the scallops were the star. We got a side of fries to share and they were very reminiscent of In and Out - a little styrofoamy in texture. The Lime Aioli for the fries was the star here. My son had the grilled cheese and caprese salad - he is a picky eater and devoured them both. I'd say all in all this is a great place!

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 ..

At the recommendation of my daughter, my wife and I had lunch at Caroline's during our recent Key…read moreWest cruise stop. Caroline's it not fancy - it's pure Key West. And the food is decent. But, for my wife who is Gluten Free, they scored big points by going above and beyond. She ordered a dish that had plantains, and was disappointed to hear the plantains weren't gluten free. She has been GF for years, and has become accustomed to being disappointed with what she can't have. Imagine her delight (joy!) when they brought over plantains prepared GF - just for her!!! That made her so happy - service like that isn't common these days. VERY well done, Caroline's !!!! And thank you!!!

Really wanted to like this place! Honestly it's a cute set up and the food was decent…read more... Right after I sat down a waiter came around the corner, almost tripped over my chair, which startled me. Not to mention there was a huge tray of food in his hand that almost fell on me, so again I was startled! It was totally fine though, accidents happen!!! Instead of acting professional and apologizing/laughing it off, the waiter throws our utensils on the table and runs away. Then 5 min later we get a new waiter who seemed annoyed with us because his coworker accidentally tripped on my chair???? What bothered us was how short our waiter was with us, yet so kind to all the other tables around us. We ate quickly and left but our original plan was to stay a bit longer and order drinks with dinner... Weird and unprofessional!

Ordered pretzels and cheese and they were delicious! I've never had cheese sauce so yum. As for my…read moreentree I ordered the fish tacos and they were great! Fish was cooked perfectly and very well proportioned. The rice had a lemony taste and accented the tacos perfectly. The food took a bit to come however there was only one waitress so absolutely understandable. The inside is a typical bar/restaurant with big TVs and sports on. Bonus points for having Kong vs. Godzilla on the tv near me- great movie.

This is a typical Key West restaurant. I had a cheesesteak sandwich, and my wife had a club…read moresandwich. They were good. Lee was our server and was very responsive. The price was right as the sandwiches were $12 and $13 with draft beers being $5. You can't go wrong here.

Eaton good is eatin' good. The guy has a great energy. Someone said he didn't charge for a side and…read morehe was like "oh shucks," with a snap. He runs out all the food too. And noticed someone was done and offered to wrap it out for him. There's no tables inside and maybe 8 outside. 2 of the tables are very wobbly. They have a bunch of meats and sides, including chicken and Mac cheese. Both chicken and mac and cheese were great! I tried to get every bite. It's at the start of Eaton and prices are pretty reasonable. They also have side

This is my favorite lunch spot in key west. I tell everyone I can about it! The food is just so…read moregood and you can tell a lot of love goes into making it. Everything I have tried so far has been great. The Italian sub is spectacular! It's everything an Italian sub should be and the bread is toasted to perfection. I also love love LOVE the roasted carrots side... and I don't even love carrots typically! But they make them so good here. The chicken (I get it with the jerk seasoning) is perfectly cooked, moist and packed with flavor. The only thing I don't love about this place is there's no indoor seating so you have to deal with the chickens lol but other than that it's worth being watched by them while I eat. The staff is very friendly every single time.

Best breakfast in Key West!!! I always eat breakfast there before flying back home from fly fishing…read morewith my guide. The staff are always friendly and attentive. Can't go wrong!!!!

Sarabeth's was so amazing, we ended up going back twice in the same day…read more We started with breakfast, and it was absolutely outstanding. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. It was one of those meals where you immediately know you picked the right place. Just as impressive was the staff--the service was impeccable, and everyone we interacted with was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly. We enjoyed it so much that we came back later for happy hour and dinner, and somehow it was just as impressive. The staff made us feel right at home again. We had amazing appetizers, great wine, and finished with the snapper entrée, which was absolutely delightful. I'm including a photo because it looked every bit as good as it tasted. It's rare to find a place that delivers this well across breakfast, happy hour, and dinner, but Sarabeth's did exactly that. Fantastic food, incredible service, and an overall experience that really stood out during our time in Key West

Really cute restaurant!! However our waitress was cold towards me and another member of our party…read moreand I feel like it was due to the fact that we requested substitutions/removals due to extreme allergies. I am allergic to avocado and requested the Cesar salad without avocado which she did do, however I still had a reaction and am suspicious that the dressing contained avocado oil. My friend is allergic to egg, diary, and peanuts and the fries as a side, when she requested that the fries not come with the sauce our waitress was insistent that it was fine to come with it since the sauce was on the side anyways and was pretty aggressive about it. Food was great otherwise.

We chose Nine One Five for my birthday dinner and it ended up being one of our favorite meals of…read morethe trip. We sat on the front porch, which was my favorite place in the restaurant. Great people watching, a relaxed atmosphere, and exactly the kind of setting we were hoping for in Key West. The service was phenomenal from start to finish. The martinis were excellent, and every dish we ordered was a hit. We started with the ahi tuna, which was fresh, light, and the perfect way to start the meal. For dinner I had the fish special over risotto, and my husband had the homemade bolognese. Both were fantastic. It's hard to say which was better because we kept trading bites back and forth. To finish the evening, they surprised me with a pineapple upside down cake for my birthday, complete with a sparkler. It was a fun ending to an already memorable meal. Between the porch seating, the service, the cocktails, and the food, this was one of those dinners that just gets everything right. We'd happily return the next time we're in Key West.

Simply the best oyster happy hour in KW. Half off / BOGO from 4-6 every day. All the days. Even…read morethe weekend ones. And staff is always friendly, fast and helpful. They actually act like they're seriously happy to see you. Also had the spiciest margaritas of our lives. But they were delicious. If you don't stop here...you've missed a quintessential part of KW

We came here after a sunset cruise and were met with a host saying the bar was closed- before 9pm??…read more They said we could get drinks with dinner so we ordered against better judgment. I had the shrimp meal with garlic caper butter that was yummy. The broccoli was ok - the asparagus didn't look fresh. My husband got peel and eat shrimp that were just ok. We were just generally off put. Would not recommend for dinner