50 Best Seafood Restaurants in Key West

“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!!“

“A & B Lobster House 700 Front St., Key West, FL 33040 4 Stars Ah, the Conch Republic. How can you not love the Key West even if it is a tourist trap. It is our tourist trap. Any place Papa Hemingway lived has to be cool. Opened 70 years ago by good friends Alonzo Cothron & Berlin Fleton, A & B Lobster House has become a Key West Waterfront icon in what is now A & B Marina. They have expanded over the decades to include a slew of eateries. Upon entering the abode, I almost thought I had stepped into an atelier; the place was so pristine and classic-looking. Michelle was the server today, and she was more or less what one expects from a place that bills itself as "fine dining." She was knowledgeable, polite, and professional. I asked for one Old Fashioned from Berlin's Bar, some Beef Carpaccio, and a New York Strip (Blackened and medium-rare) with a Caribbean Lobster Tail. Relaxing in the atmosphere of Key West, I was almost lost in the comforting arms of Hypnos when Michelle brought forth our fare. First, the Old Fashioned was made by someone who obviously knew what they were doing as it was delicious. I then turned my attention to the order of Beef Carpaccio. I learned from Michelle that the "fresh baked" part of this was neither fresh nor baked on-site. As I've stated a million times, if a dish involves any bread or pastry product, it has to start with the bread or pastry. If that is off, it throws the whole dish off, which was the case here. A for effort - D for quality. Moving on to the Blackened New York Strip and Caribbean Lobster Tail. Looking at the pictures, you can clearly see that beautiful, blackened crust on the charred bovine. It was cooked to a succulent medium-rare and was extremely tasty on the palate. The accompanying Lobster Tail was delightfully seasoned, grilled to perfection and caused my taste buds to break into a Bruckins as they were freed of crappy food for the nonce. The Carpaccio and bread are a 1, while I found the NY Strip and Lobster Tail to be a 4.5. Hence, the overall rating of a 4 -- giving greater weight to the entree. The Big Boy says, "I'm not sure if there is better dining in tourist trap haven, but it's miles above anything up in Cocoa Beach serving the same feed."“

“the lobster roll was fantastic!! highly recommended this place“

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

“if you truly want fresh fish, as well as coleslaw made when you order, fresh homemade black beans and rice, or french fries cut from potatoes that morning, B.O.'s is the only place you're going to get that 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 hotel and cafe restaurants in key west“

“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 ❤️🎉“

“Eclectic menu and the food was delicious. Great vibe and atmosphere and the lavender cheesecake is to die for!“

“Found them in Stillwater, what surprise. Wonderful food, going back.“

“Unfortunately the seaweed had come in and was pulled up on the beach, so the stench took away from the ambiance. Plus there was a large party who thought the entire place was theirs. Food on the other hand was really good. Would come back when the seaweed isn't so bad“

“After a morning of snorkeling we headed her for lunch. Getting to the restaurant looked a little sketchy but once we were there it seemed OK. I had. hard time understanding the waitress and ended up ordering three appetizers somehow. All three were delicious though. I asked if they had a kids menu when we were seated and he said yes but the waitress would let us know. When asked about the kids menu she said they didnt have any. We got 3 chicken sandwiches, 2 fish and chips and 2 cheeseburgers. While the food was fantastic the service was lacking a bit. We didn't get any refills. The gentleman that brought our food out helped us more then the waitress did. Loved the atmosphere. Light music playing with the view of water but it was nice and cool inside. You have the option to sit outside as well. I would go back for sure.“

“Very Friendly! Great roll!“

“Best coconut margaritas 🍹“

“The food and service were amazing. one of the best meals I have ever had.“

“We had the best food and service while visiting Key West in June. Can wait to go back on our visit next weekend!“

“I was excited to try the food here after reading all the reviews. The service is great with very friendly staff. The food, however not bad, lacked flavor. I wasn't expecting this from a Caribbean food truck and felt disappointed. The price was also higher than what is shown in the pictures here.
The juice, though, was amazing.“

“The bowls, tacos and poor boy’s are all amazing! Love this food truck!“

“Compared to Fort Lauderdale ( where we reside) which has many top rated seafood restaurants, this establishment has absolutely fantastic gourmet seafood dishes. Just had their Curry snapper, was blown away! Fresh caught fish, curry sauce outstanding, just the right amount, fresh steamed vegetables. Cool little bar too. Excellent decor, cool vibes, great service. 10/10 for me . We will definitely be back.“

“The staff is friendly and the food is great ! Half Shell Raw Bar is always a must when we stay in Key West. You will never be disappointed.“

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

“We visited the Yummy Crab while on vacation in Key West! It was by far the best food we ate down there! it was seasoned to perfection.... the wait staff were very attentive and friendly. We are so happy we stumbled upon this gem!!!!“

“Look, anyone who has been to key west knows that the food isn’t the best. Bagatelle is infinitely better than its peers in Key West. It is what makes it is.“

“Lobster rolls were Amazing!!! Best we have ever had because of the buttery rolls and tons of lobster.“

“Delco in the house!! Milo was awesome and Danny’s dragon fire! We always love hanging out there! ❤️“

“Stayed here for a 3 night weekend and I was not disappointed. Great location, price and ambiance. The breakfast buffet was always warm and tasty with sufficient options for the discerning pallette. The Pulled Pork, rice and beans with fried plantains was beautifully prepared and presented.“

“Turtle Kraals is a coastal paradise that effortlessly earns a well-deserved 5-star rating! From the moment you step in, the vibrant and lively atmosphere welcomes you to a true island getaway. The menu is a delightful celebration of flavors, offering a wide array of mouthwatering dishes. From the fresh seafood to the flavorful Caribbean specialties, every bite is a culinary delight. The attentive staff adds to the overall enjoyment, making you feel like a cherished guest. For an unforgettable island dining experience, Turtle Kraals is an absolute must-visit!

Parking: safe“

“Romantic dining with the most creative entrees . Such a memorable experience“

“We have been a few times since they have opened and it has always been an amazing dining experience. From the drinks to the desserts to the service, I would give this place a 10/10! I highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a pleasant fine dining option in Key West.“

“Love the happy hours. Delicious and generous appetizers and excellent drinks.“

“We visit Key West every year around this time for a softball tournament. Really just an excuse for the boys to get down and spend sometime in paradise. My fiancé and I have 3 requirements on places we must eat. 1 - DJs Clam Shack 2 - Sandy’s Cafe and 3 - CRSC. We love dining here and sitting at the bar with Doug or Ogie while we put down 2 to 3 lbs of Key West Reds peel and eat shrimp. Doug and Ogie always are great. They always chat with us, make recommendations on what to do in Key West that isn’t touristy, and really just provide great service. We just got back home last night hut are already craving more Key West Reds.“

“Amazing food and outstanding atmosphere. Henry and family are truly humble and make you feel like family. If you want your tastebuds exploding with flavor this is a must stop in all of Key West!“

“Oh my gosh! Best place ever! Amazing oysters and amazing buffalo shrimp. But most of all the service! Wells was our waitress and she was AMAZING!!! Thank you for making our experience wonderful!!!“

“The food was amazing! The brews were incredible! Jordan our bartender was great, we are marking this on our list to visit every-time we come to key west!!!“

“We stopped for lunch which was amazing! The space was beautiful, especially the back courtyard. If we had more time, I would have stopped again.“

“This place was phenomenal all around. The owner greeted us, management all greeted us, and staff was attentive all around. Lobster pizza and the street corn pizza were phenomenal. I loved the Pina colada key lime pie. It is by far the best key lime I have tried. The view, the chickens, all of it!!“

“We just left there and we had an amazing time staying at the campground. We went to the restaurant every day and it is really a great place to eat and hang out. We would love to see a couple of delicious desserts added to their menu, but other than that, no complaints at all! Great food, nice atmosphere, and we can’t wait to get back there in December! Also, take a short ride in a Lyft or Uber to Old Town and enjoy!!!“

“All I can say is check this place out! The food is amazing!“

“The food was delicious and reasonably priced. The staff was very friendly and the order came out hot, fresh, good portions and in a timely manner. They had live music which was a plus and we got there right before happy hour so drinks were around $8. We will return to this restaurant next time we are in key west.“

“Lovely place for breakfast! Me and my family ate eggs, pancakes, bacon and bread for a really reasonable price. The coffee was really good as well! The two people who ran it were really friendly and were happy to talk to us about Key West after we ate. It is also in a beautiful courtyard with seats both outside and inside.

Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly“

“Fogartys was one of our favorite places to eat. Maxwell was our server and he was great! he has a wonderful personality and made sure we were well taken care of. Slushy drinks were made extremely well, and food was delicious. atmosphere was fun and laid back. 5/5 would highly recommend and definitely on our list of places to visit again in our next visit.“

“Absolutely wonderful food! Pizza, calzone, and carbonara were delicious! Calamari and caprese appetizers were fabulous too and atmosphere and service was top-notch! Highly recommend the location on Duval, down the alley!!“

“The Bartender’s and Staff are amazing! Food is consistently good, drinks as well as food is probably the most reasonably priced on the Island! Also, Sun Loungers are only $15 bucks for the entire day. The Beach is small but it’s always clean and a good vibe. Great mix of Locals and Tourists! Highly recommend for a relaxing day out 🙌“

“My husband and I have been coming here for years. It’s exceptional. We never have any problems with dietary restrictions and the service is 10/10“

“Have been there twice. Last year was amazing. Everything perfect. This year, the special was prawn (not gulf coast shrimp as specified) and the prawn had the seafood stank, unlike typical fresh seafood. Didn’t want to cause a stink. Way overpaid IMO, we’ll be back about a 50:50 shot. Wasn’t busy? Perhaps off season? Idk.“

“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!“

“Oh my goodness, what a wonderful experience we had when dining with you on November 30th! The food was incredible and service was outstanding! If you like martinis, they have many to choose from. We celebrated my husband’s birthday with a beautiful sunset view. (Thank you to the staff for making it extra special!)Seriously, a perfect dining experience! When in Key West, definitely dine here!“

“Breakfast was delicious and the coffee es even better! Great atmosphere“

“Nothing too fancy but the quality of food was amazing for the price. My margarita was made w fresh squeezed lime, the peel & eat shrimp huge and flavorful. Grouper was good. Kids loved real lemonade, shrimp basket n spaghetti/meat balls, and especially the yummy huge brownie cake.

Kid-friendliness: See above“

“We visited the Yummy Crab while on vacation in Key West! It was by far the best food we ate down there! it was seasoned to perfection.... the wait staff were very attentive and friendly. We are so happy we stumbled upon this gem!!!!“