Great restaurant that gives relaxed island vibes, def a top spot in key Biscayne and would recommend to any friend. Red snapper was incredible, 10/10. Chicken was juicy, 9/10. The chocolate fudge (Choco missiu?) thing was also a 7/10. Grilled octopus was like a 6/10 tho, the sauce didn't go well
Suzy Krishnamoorthy
I like the beach vibe, and there is a large selection of food for all different tastes.Vegetarian options: The vegetarian options were delicious, and the pancakes were also very good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Buffet
Polina Clancy
I had a large group for brunch this past Sunday- about 15 people on total. The restaurant made it so easy to book a space, they seated us in an area that felt near private, we had two very friendly and attentive waitresses, Andrea and Rebecca, catering to our needs, refilling glasses. They were just delightful to have around.The buffet itself was also impressive, outside of the large selection and quantity of seafood, caviars, hot foods and desserts, the quality was also top notch. Everything was fresh and delicious. We were trying to find one item to complain about and truly couldn’t. It was such a lovely afternoon spent with caring staff, delicious food and live music. The singer even sang me happy birthday without the request from my family and friends. Bring your loved ones, it will leave you impressed and feeling all around great. They are kid friendly, pet friendly and even validate parking. We will return again, this was worth every dollar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sandy
We live in the area and decided to check out this restaurant. I ordered the Green Circle Chicken for dinner. The menu described the chicken as charcoal grilled and the potatoes as roasted. As it turned out, the chicken was clearly baked and the potatoes were boiled, the dish also lacked flavor. This was disappointing. I mentioned to the waiter that my chicken was not grilled and his reply was that it was grilled in the bottom of the oven. We will not be returning to this restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
sharifah lee
One word!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Fish
carlos caruso
Although the food is very good, I leave some photos, it happened to us that there were many kids and they were running around the tables, we went thinking that it is a quiet place to dine, but perhaps it was just that day that this happened.The waiter also caught their attention so I think it was something of the day.The rice is exquisite and the salmon is just right.For dessert we ordered a limoncello tiramisu, it was good ?.Very good attention.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Brussels Sprouts
Leslie Bayas
My husband and I are regular patrons of Light Keepers and usually enjoy our Friday evenings at happy hour. To our surprise, during our recent visit at 6:50 PM, the bartender informed us that there’s no happy hour, despite it being a routine for us in the past and being listed on the menu. We were disappointed by the denial of service and the abrupt response from the bartender who simply said, “NOPE” and turned away without further explanation. Has there been a change to the menu?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
Santiago Moises
My wife and I went for New Years dinner, reservations were at 530, we’re seated at 6, they were not ready. Food was served at 645, had the lobster did not eat it, smelled funny and not cooked well, wife had the steak, also not in good quality. The waiter was uninterested in providing service, was rude and unapologetic. Offer to bring the manager as a result, but we had decided night was already ruined so walk out. After a $700 dinner already paid for and $250 plus for a wine bottle, absolutely not worth it. Super disappointed since my previous experiences there were good. Will not be going back any time soon.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Leonardo J Moralez
Gostei de mais daqui e o preço é também é bom
Christopher Hill
The manager was busy socializing hence the trash quality and too busy being important.1. Get a real manager.2. Change the cooks, they have no idea of what they are doing.3. The fish looked microwaved.4. The Skirt steak came from a museum.5. Taboulé probably came from a prepared bag at Costco.6. Salmon had blood in it, how do you serve that?7. Half frozen french friesHow a bottle of wine is stored and served says it all. Build up sediments in a wine bottle. Château Petit Val ?♂️This is the worst meal in 10 years.The photos depict how bad it was and had to be sent back.Conclusion. I would close the restaurant get a new manager, a new F&B person, the entire cooking staff. Do not advertise what you cannot comparably serve.Ear at your risk!
I'm giving 5 stars because my server provided us with excellent service and the food was great however the hosts (3 of them) had nothing but attitude and they will treat you with sarcasm so BE AWARE. I initially didn't make a reservation and the 3 hosts immediately asked me if I was staying at the hotel? and I replied "no but I live here" and the 3 hosts replied "we are only seating guests that are staying at the hotel". I immediately went online and made a reservation for 7pm (it was 6:22pm) and I made them aware that I made a reservation and they asked me "oh were you able to make one?" And I replied "I'm actually a regular here and some gentleman said "oh welcome back" also with sarcasm. In the meantime my husband and I decided to grab a cocktail at the bar while we waited for our reservation. At the bar Mr. Anthony is always great and treats us with respect. As soon as it was 7pm we went back to the restaurant and the 3 hosts that refused to sit us down at first had no choice but to sit us down. Apparently the 3 sarcastic hosts are clueless of how the reservation website works because I easily proved them wrong. One of the 3 hosts asked me "is it ok if I sit you outside?" And I replied "no I want inside". Please see pictures below there were plenty of tables and she had the audacity to ask me if it was ok to sit us outside (it was raining and windy). At the end we were sat inside at a table (the hosts described it as her last table) "poor thing her last table" ED was our server and he was EXCELLENT! The only reason I'm giving this review 5 stars is only because of ED's service however the clueless, rude, sarcastic and wanting to be smarty 3 hosts can be place somewhere where they don't work with professionals. 3 hosts that are getting paid to be the rude and unprofessional face of their restaurant.ED THANK YOU for the great service! We never made ED aware of our initial entry experience because with all honesty ED made the whole experience a better one.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Octopus
Aaron
Nice place and good service. Good breakfast while at the ritz but the buffet is overpriced.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Jacob Berezin
Lightkeeper at the ritz Key Biscayne shines! The Dover sole fish special was exceptional, and our waiter was incredibly knowledgeable and attentive.Drinks and bar were refreshing and well made.Fresh, expertly prepared food left us feeling delightfully satisfied, not stuffed.Even the dessert course was a delight, with each bite a perfect balance of flavors.The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making for a truly memorable dining experience. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrata and Beet Salad
Steven Erchul
Quiet Sunday night, lobster was amazing at least 6 oz if not larger.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Aaron Phelps
Nice place and good service. Good breakfast while at the ritz but the buffet is overpriced. They add an automatic 18% tip which is outrageous for serving yourself at an already overpriced buffet.
Great restaurant that gives relaxed island vibes, def a top spot in key Biscayne and would recommend to any friend. Red snapper was incredible, 10/10. Chicken was juicy, 9/10. The chocolate fudge (Choco missiu?) thing was also a 7/10. Grilled octopus was like a 6/10 tho, the sauce didn't go well
I like the beach vibe, and there is a large selection of food for all different tastes.Vegetarian options: The vegetarian options were delicious, and the pancakes were also very good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Buffet
I had a large group for brunch this past Sunday- about 15 people on total. The restaurant made it so easy to book a space, they seated us in an area that felt near private, we had two very friendly and attentive waitresses, Andrea and Rebecca, catering to our needs, refilling glasses. They were just delightful to have around.The buffet itself was also impressive, outside of the large selection and quantity of seafood, caviars, hot foods and desserts, the quality was also top notch. Everything was fresh and delicious. We were trying to find one item to complain about and truly couldn’t. It was such a lovely afternoon spent with caring staff, delicious food and live music. The singer even sang me happy birthday without the request from my family and friends. Bring your loved ones, it will leave you impressed and feeling all around great. They are kid friendly, pet friendly and even validate parking. We will return again, this was worth every dollar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We live in the area and decided to check out this restaurant. I ordered the Green Circle Chicken for dinner. The menu described the chicken as charcoal grilled and the potatoes as roasted. As it turned out, the chicken was clearly baked and the potatoes were boiled, the dish also lacked flavor. This was disappointing. I mentioned to the waiter that my chicken was not grilled and his reply was that it was grilled in the bottom of the oven. We will not be returning to this restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
One word!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Fish
Although the food is very good, I leave some photos, it happened to us that there were many kids and they were running around the tables, we went thinking that it is a quiet place to dine, but perhaps it was just that day that this happened.The waiter also caught their attention so I think it was something of the day.The rice is exquisite and the salmon is just right.For dessert we ordered a limoncello tiramisu, it was good ?.Very good attention.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Brussels Sprouts
My husband and I are regular patrons of Light Keepers and usually enjoy our Friday evenings at happy hour. To our surprise, during our recent visit at 6:50 PM, the bartender informed us that there’s no happy hour, despite it being a routine for us in the past and being listed on the menu. We were disappointed by the denial of service and the abrupt response from the bartender who simply said, “NOPE” and turned away without further explanation. Has there been a change to the menu?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
My wife and I went for New Years dinner, reservations were at 530, we’re seated at 6, they were not ready. Food was served at 645, had the lobster did not eat it, smelled funny and not cooked well, wife had the steak, also not in good quality. The waiter was uninterested in providing service, was rude and unapologetic. Offer to bring the manager as a result, but we had decided night was already ruined so walk out. After a $700 dinner already paid for and $250 plus for a wine bottle, absolutely not worth it. Super disappointed since my previous experiences there were good. Will not be going back any time soon.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Gostei de mais daqui e o preço é também é bom
The manager was busy socializing hence the trash quality and too busy being important.1. Get a real manager.2. Change the cooks, they have no idea of what they are doing.3. The fish looked microwaved.4. The Skirt steak came from a museum.5. Taboulé probably came from a prepared bag at Costco.6. Salmon had blood in it, how do you serve that?7. Half frozen french friesHow a bottle of wine is stored and served says it all. Build up sediments in a wine bottle. Château Petit Val ?♂️This is the worst meal in 10 years.The photos depict how bad it was and had to be sent back.Conclusion. I would close the restaurant get a new manager, a new F&B person, the entire cooking staff. Do not advertise what you cannot comparably serve.Ear at your risk!
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I'm giving 5 stars because my server provided us with excellent service and the food was great however the hosts (3 of them) had nothing but attitude and they will treat you with sarcasm so BE AWARE. I initially didn't make a reservation and the 3 hosts immediately asked me if I was staying at the hotel? and I replied "no but I live here" and the 3 hosts replied "we are only seating guests that are staying at the hotel". I immediately went online and made a reservation for 7pm (it was 6:22pm) and I made them aware that I made a reservation and they asked me "oh were you able to make one?" And I replied "I'm actually a regular here and some gentleman said "oh welcome back" also with sarcasm. In the meantime my husband and I decided to grab a cocktail at the bar while we waited for our reservation. At the bar Mr. Anthony is always great and treats us with respect. As soon as it was 7pm we went back to the restaurant and the 3 hosts that refused to sit us down at first had no choice but to sit us down. Apparently the 3 sarcastic hosts are clueless of how the reservation website works because I easily proved them wrong. One of the 3 hosts asked me "is it ok if I sit you outside?" And I replied "no I want inside". Please see pictures below there were plenty of tables and she had the audacity to ask me if it was ok to sit us outside (it was raining and windy). At the end we were sat inside at a table (the hosts described it as her last table) "poor thing her last table" ED was our server and he was EXCELLENT! The only reason I'm giving this review 5 stars is only because of ED's service however the clueless, rude, sarcastic and wanting to be smarty 3 hosts can be place somewhere where they don't work with professionals. 3 hosts that are getting paid to be the rude and unprofessional face of their restaurant.ED THANK YOU for the great service! We never made ED aware of our initial entry experience because with all honesty ED made the whole experience a better one.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Octopus
Nice place and good service. Good breakfast while at the ritz but the buffet is overpriced.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Lightkeeper at the ritz Key Biscayne shines! The Dover sole fish special was exceptional, and our waiter was incredibly knowledgeable and attentive.Drinks and bar were refreshing and well made.Fresh, expertly prepared food left us feeling delightfully satisfied, not stuffed.Even the dessert course was a delight, with each bite a perfect balance of flavors.The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making for a truly memorable dining experience. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burrata and Beet Salad
Quiet Sunday night, lobster was amazing at least 6 oz if not larger.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Nice place and good service. Good breakfast while at the ritz but the buffet is overpriced. They add an automatic 18% tip which is outrageous for serving yourself at an already overpriced buffet.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5