50 Best American Restaurants in Key West

“Loved it so much we went there twice. Food is amazing and lots of it.“

“Lovely anniversary dinner. Excellent service and meal. They had a sign on our table wishing us a happy Anniversary and we had the best view of the sunset!!“

“Our favorite breakfast spot in Key West. Great service and super food.“

“Amazing food and Customer service! Jamie and the crew are killing it - him And his awesome mom Melissa made the most flavorful Cheesesteak and Burger for us - and don’t get me started on their homemade Sauces, and nice, sunny and shaded outdoor dining. Coral sauce is 🔥 🤤“

“One of the best meals that we have ever had in our years of coming to Key West! Our only complaint is that we didn’t discover this gem sooner. Fantastically delicious menu options; everything was prepared and presented perfectly. Our waiter was personable and professional. We will definitely be back soon!“

“Wow! We are blown away with Marquesa hotel. From the beautiful king suite poolside room, to the delicious cookies at noon, and the amazing staff… Great job! We’ve been coming to Key West two times a year every year for the past 10 to 15 years and we’ve stayed at many beautiful properties, but this one wins above them all. I highly, highly recommend this property. We will be returning guests for sure!“

“5 of 5☆ one of the top restaurants in the Keys, hands down. the staff take great care of you, the food is amazing and the atmosphere is casual yet classy. 💯 love this place“

“My friend Mary Ellen drank here a few years ago so I of course had to come drink when I was in town recently !!! Really cool vibe !!! Definitely recommend!!!“

“Delicious food and great service! get.the conch fritters and mahi bites. best fritters we had on our trip!“

“The shrimp tacos were delicious, best key lime pie we had!“

“Awesome restaurant and menu. Very, very friendly service!“

“My husband and I were there tonight. We were at your restaurant 12 years ago and we had the Soul Mama soup then and I had to go back while in Key West to have it again. Even in 100 degree weather I had to order me some soul mama soup. The lobster special was very tempting, but I couldn’t pass up my favorite. Thank you for keeping Soul Mama on the menu ❤️🎉“

“Highly recommend!! Cheesesteak was so good!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Amazing Experience! From start to finish, everything was exceptional! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented — truly some of the best we’ve had in a long time. The drinks were perfectly crafted and delicious, and the service was outstanding — friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome. Every detail was spot-on, and we can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend to anyone looking for great food, great service, and a great atmosphere!“

“I highly recommend the Reverend Joe’s Burger and the Cuban! They serve an Island Life Lager that is brewed by Waterfront Brewery right in Key West! It was awesome as well!“

“Loved the vibe!! Finally a friendly bar tender with great drinks. Great food and loved the view and atmosphere. The pelicans were our entertainment. STAY AWAY FROM A&B LOBSTER HOUSE.!!! This; and Two Friends for lunch their fish tacos yummy.“

“Went to dinner at the bar before a show my wife had the best margarita of her life. Long haired bartender was entertaining and attentive. great place! great food! Tacos rock. highly recommend going there.“

“Beautiful location right in the beach. I had the shrimp salad over lettuce and it was amazing! Our server, Nelly, was super attentive and sweet. Highly recommend and we will be back!“

“this restaurant is one of the best in Key West. It has an exceptional atmosphere, extensive menu and great service. We were pleased with all that this restaurant has to offer including impeccable drinks and food selections. We were delighted to have Mercedes as our server and she did everything possible to make us feel like family.“

“Great place for breakfast and brunch . Love the French toast ❤️“

“They make sure to make you feel welcome and check in on anything you need daily. We would come back again definitely.“

“Great vibe and probably the best eggs Benedict I’ve ever had in my life Great service by Costa who kept us smiling and hydrated with lots of water to accompany our breakfast cocktail. Really enjoyable and will certainly go back whenever we get to Key West !“

“We had our wedding dinner here March 28th and they were absolutely amazing! They handled our large party well, drinks and food were amazing and service was super fast! We will definitely be stopping in on our next trip!“

“got a coffee one morning coffee was so good came back the next morning for breakfast did not disappoint Great service great guys unique food A really nice hidden gem in Key West“

“Spectacular from start to finish, 3 hour fine dining experience with amazing menu options, beautiful wine list, and top quality service! A must if you’re in Key West!!!“

“One of the best in KW. Great location, staff, and food. We never miss Pepe’s when we visit.“

“We dined here on Sept 14, 2025 The toasted coconut piña colada was amazing!! Everyone had a cheeseburger with French fries, everyone was pleased! We would eat here again.“

“Tonight was our second time here and it was just as perfect. Being from Charleston SC we have been to some excellent restaurants and this is right up there. The atmosphere, view, service, and food are all 110%“

“Very Friendly! Great roll!“

“Nice atmosphere inside, friendly owners and staff. GREAT FOOD!“

“Thank you for making my wife's birthday dinner enjoyable. Everything was first class. We have been here many times and Azur is one of our favorites in town.“

“Wonderful locally owned shop with an amazing staff. Excellent food! A must try and repeat in Key West.“

“Best coconut margaritas 🍹“

“The food was phenomenal. The fried avocado and salmon were absolute standouts, and we'd come back just for those. Unfortunately, we visited in June during peak sargassum season, and the seaweed buildup along the beach created a very strong odor. We understand it's a natural issue, but we wish the resort made more of an effort to manage it or reduce the smell around the dining area. Keeping the drapes down, running the AC, and using air purifiers could make a big difference. The food was excellent, but the smell had us ready to leave shortly after our meal. We'd definitely return—just during a different month.“

“Great key west vibe! Delicious food and drinks- great happy hour! Amazing staff!“

“The level of sophistication in taking your money for little or no service is extraordinary. I was totally impressed by their extraordinary lack of anything close to costumers service and still being busy . A feat never in my lifetime have I’ve seen , bravo you have to be proud .“

“Unbelievable! We had the calamari app which was sautéd. Freaking amazing! Next my wife ordered the Ceviche. Off the hook! Now for the coup de grace, the Black Grouper with passion fruit and mango chutney. OMG!!! A foodies dream! A must stop when in Key West!!!!“

“Amazing 🤩 stop by for food and amazing drinks 🍺“

“Great Cuban coffee and breakfast; warm and friendly staff, great service, and delicious food.“

“Wheelies the website I miss it so much But“

“Beautiful place great staff“

“Great experience during lunch. Go straight to the bar. It’s on the water. Beat the dinner crowd and enjoy a great view during a lunch visit. Much more relaxing! No reason to fight the crowds at night.“

“Hands down the best meal we have ever had in Key West! We had the whole fried snapper and mojo pork taco. Both were spectacular! Rodney was our server who greeted us with a bright smile and even offered our dog some water. He was attentive, professional and gave great recommendations. We will definitely be back and ask for Rodney.“

“I ate here several years ago on Christmas Eve and had a good dinner. Was recently in KW for my birthday and wanted to eat there again. Had coconut shrimp and crab cakes. Both very good. I’d recommend.“

“We spent a nice evening here during a recent stay at the Hyatt Centric. Service great, dockside, marina, bay view … beautiful place to hang out, right next to the hotel pool! Lots of blue lights… made many of the pics blue… LOL. Drinks were typical island bar, but very good! We had the fish tacos and key lime pie, both delicious! Highly recommend you stop here!“

“Just had lunch at Louie’s last week. Every visit to Key West we make a reservation. Been going there for years. Good food.. beautiful view. At night, very romantic“

“Somewhere in that bar, you will find a painted plaque dedicated to Capt Mark Gamble, he and his wife perished on a vessel that was modified in Key West. Captain Paul Worthington was so touched by their story he allowed a painted plaque to be placed in his bar, You as a person from afar are allowed to drink here not knowing the history of the great masters who sat here like Hemmingway and Mel Fisher met their demise thur their love of the ocean. I miss all of these men dearly, I am shedding tears for all as I write this story. You are fortunate to sit in their shadow and consume drinks in a place where only the greatest of men have hollowed. This is not your normal bar, this is a shrine to men who loved the ocean and have perished. You should feel privileged to sit and drink here.“

“Excellent staff and owner who cares about everyone.“

“tasty brunch followed by relaxing on the beach. Kids loved it here“