49 Best American Restaurants near Stock Island

“Just GO. Support this place which has been open and closed at various times as they’ve tried to get established. Honestly? It’s a great little dockside spot with a fun happy hour menu….. totally worth hunting up this Stock Island gem. We’ll be back!!!!“

“Best dishes during our stay - New York Strip Steak ?, Dark Chocolate Tres Leche, Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée, Almond Milk & Chia Seed Pudding. However, avoid the Toasted Coconut-Key Lime Bread (so dry), Crispy Chicken Cheddar Waffle (spicy with mediocre flavor). Service here is great. ? View of the water is nice (room views are better ).“

“ABSOLUTELY ? The most INCREDIBLE DINNING EXPERIENCE ❤️❤️❤️❤️The tasting menu is EXTRAORDINARY.Beautiful parings of AMAZING UNIQUE FOOD!The Chief and his sous chiefs are food artists. The wait staff is REMARKABLE ❤️ their engaging, Fun and work as a team. Also very knowledgeable. As they describe the menu your mouth will water with EXCITEMENT❤️ “

“Cool place w excellent food! We had the Beef Stroganoff & it was delicious. Our friend had the Yellow Tail & he said it was amazing. Don"t skip dessert!Waiter was attentive & had a nice visit w the owner. Put this down as a must try on your trip to Key West!“

“The food is awesome. We had octopus and calamari as a starter which was already filling. As a main course, filet mignon and fettucine. Both super tasty and great quality. Last but not least, the key lime tart. But there was absolutely nothing to complain about. We decided to make a reservation at very short notice and only got a seat at the counter, but it was super comfortable. Sylvia our bar tender was super super friendly and served excellently. A more than successful evening with an excellent meal. Danger! Very modern and not Key West style. If you're looking for something like that, you shouldn't go here, but if you're looking for great quality, this is the place for you.“

“We used to be patrons of Kaya’s at their former location, and miss them immensely. Our first trip to their KW location and we are happy to see the same faces in charge (after years, no less) with the same level of energy and openness, and also very happy to find the quality of the food has been retained and even refined. Excellent cuisine and a good value, and their new location has several different spaces from a bar to outside courtyards so you can find an ambiance that suits you. Excellent happy hour also available 4-6 I believe, with half price apps and drinks. We had their famous (to us) jerk wings and they are awesome, and coconut shrimp were also meaty and tasty and so much flavor added by way of a tasty side sauce. We shared fish tacos as the main and they were excellent, both the fish and the accompaniments in the taco. We never get dessert but sprung for an ice cream pie called the Hulu Girl, it disappeared in a quiet frenzy (didn’t want the ice cream to melt!). Drinks were reasonable and very varied. Highly recommend and I hope we can still get a seat next time! We went on a very windy weekday at around 5:30. Kudos Kaya Island Eats, so happy for you!“

“We went for lunch. I had the Swiss cheese burger. It was delicious. The atmosphere was amazing. But the star of the show was AARON our server! He was laid back and easy to talk to. He was knowledgeable about the food and answered our questions. He even managed to quiet some noisy work that was getting in the way of our ordering! Overall, a lovely experience.“

“Incredible dining experience! Service was on point, thanks to our server, Wilson. We ordered 3 appetizers, 2 entrees and 3 desserts. Everything was paced out perfectly. The food was phenomenal! Crab “cakes”, scallops (with possibly the best pork belly I’ve had), and bisque to start. Miso glazed grouper and veal chop for entree’s and a mix of desserts. Everything was remarkable. My compliments to Chef Laurence.“

“Not worth to wait one hour to be seated. Food took forever to come. And was very average nothing yumi or special. We had to return our eggs build up do they put ham. Coffee was good but you can get it from anywhere around. Not easy to find a parking around“

“I got the key west lobster roll. It had huge chunks of lobster and tasted fresh. It was big enough to be filling but too big so I wasn't able to finish it. It's $30 and comparing that to another $30 dish I don't know if I'd say it's worth that price. However, it's worth trying once.It's a small place, so there's not a lot of sitting room. However, you can take your sandwich to go and eat near or on the beach.Note: they don't take apple/google pay“

“You couldn't ask for any better food or service. This is a go to place. You certainly don't have to wait for food.Parking: Paid parking across the street. Parking runs $2.50 for a 1/2 hr.Wheelchair accessibility: Just let them know and they will accommodate.“

“All round an excellent place with the best food in Key West. Loads of flavour, textures and colorful food. Jerk chicken is great, brisket and baby back ribs so tender and full of flavour. Sides are so good, too.Menu changes over the week with great specials, so ask! Great service and a very friendly place - a must visit if you enjoy good food.“

“The food was completely amazing! It has such a great location that I had low expectations for the food because it seemed logical to me that they are going to get customers based solely on the location even if the food was mediocre. But I was genuinely impressed! The food was delicious! I highly recommend the pecan catch (even the roasted veggies that come with it were very tasty and the rice was phenomenal).“

“So glad we finally tried this spot. Not sure if things have changed ever since they aired on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Didn't get to see the owners. Can you ever say no to a lot of meat? Pictured here is an order of (2) Korean BBQ Tacos, loaded with meat. Korean BBQ flavor was delicious and Sriracha wasn't too much. Order comes with a bag of Zippy's chips. Also ordered their Kogi Dog which also was a huge portion with plenty of kim chi and sauce to cover each bite. Both orders are definitely worth every penny.“

“My fiancé and I came to Azur with a friend who recommended it while visiting the keys.The first recommendation is their special eggplant chips. They were very good, baked and drizzled with honey & sea salt.The entrees were yummy too and generously portioned. We look forward visiting again when we come back!“

“After making our reservation for the wrong day we showed up to no table for us. We were graciously offered bar seating and it actually turned out better than table service. This meal was far and away the best meal we had during our week in Key West. From the appetizer to the entree to the desert to the wine recommendation, everything was spectacular. The atmosphere was cozy and the service was top notch. Just a spectacular and memorable meal.“

“Went with friends for an afternoon bite before their flight and it was perfect. Had the grouper shrimp cakes as an appetizer for the 4 of us then individual hamburgers for lunch. Had a wonderful young lady make us a ‘Painkiller’ and a Golden Margarita that was delicious. Domestic beer only $5, a true find on KW. Between the view, the vibe and the prices you can’t go wrong.“

“Had to grab some thing to eat before our bus left. The tuna sandwiches, chicken sandwiches and chicken tacos were sooooo delicious! Especially after we had a terrible lunch at “The Seaside Cafe at the Mansion”. The bar tender at the back bar was sooo sweet and got our food ready so fast. I wish we had more time to try other food! Highly recommended!“

“Had to stop here for lunch before our flight home. Definitely a must when visiting Key West. I ordered the fried seafood combo which consisted of 2 huge pieces of mahi-mahi, calamari, and shrimp. Will definitely stop by again on our next visit to Key “

“This is a beautiful place to chill and enjoy the sunset! The margaritas were delicious. Likewise the food! We had the mahi sandwich which was really delicious. The service was exceptionally quick and the prices were surprisingly quite reasonable. The live music was also very good ?“

“Amazing atmosphere and fast service. We were able to enjoy a table on the terrace with a view of the port. We went there during happy hour and had the rum runner and the conch fritters. Everything was perfect, except perhaps the price which remains very excessive and does not allow you to really enjoy“

“This place was so fun to visit in Key West! I can't wait to go back!!!!Kid-friendliness: We brought all of our kids to key west for a family wedding, we visited Sloppy Joe's for lunch and the kids were welcomed (even my 2 year old)! It was awesome.“

“I was looking for a nice restaurant at a pretty good price in Key West and this place was perfect. Got some happy hour drinks and the Mahi mahi bites which were cooked perfectly. I’ve worked at the top seafood restaurant in my home state for 8 years and the Tuna Nachos and Tuna dinner platter were right on par with my home restaurant!! Great place and a great value! Would have preferred Caribbean music rather than country but that just a personal preference ?“

“This place is very very good. The fish and chips is a huge portion and the fish is mahi mahi, not some cheap cod or haddock. The portion size was large. The pretzel stick appetizers were great as was the cheese dipping sauce. I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention this is actually a sports bar, so there are tv’s everywhere and it is sports themed. We were seated quickly and the service was fantastic. Great spot.“

“Fresh seafood with top notch gourmet preparation and presentation. We were pleasantly surprised to enjoy this out of the way recommendation from our resort concierge. We enjoyed a wide selection of seafood prepared in unique ways across a number of courses.Our server was pleasant if just a bit inattentive but the restaurant was full for our entire stay so they may have just been understaffed. Judging by the smiles and empty plates at tables around us it seemed everyone was well enjoying their meals as well. Good mix of young and middle aged couples as well as younger folks starting their nights out with appetizers and drinks from a great cocktail collection. Our middle school aged children really enjoyed the selection as well.Dietary restrictions: Very accommodating for GF“

“Evening was ideal for sitting outside. The sunset this time of year is not directly in view but the sky was beautiful. The charter boats come in shortly after sunset and are enjoyable to watch. The service was attentive and the food was good. Everyone was pleased with the menu. I would dine again upon return.“

“I really really loved it here. We came on a Thursday so we weren’t able to stay long enough to order food. 6oclock they start the vibrator races so we had a time crunch but I really appreciate them allowing us to go in for 45 minutes so we could experience the bar and order their Irish coffee which I heard about online. Can’t wait to go back next year to try some food as well!“

“Hands down one of the BEST places in Old Key West!! Friendly people working here, very dog friendly, food is amazing! I loved the selections on the menu so much that I could have eaten half the menu. I opted for the Cuban Rueben and it was the best!! We will be going back to try all the other awesome stuff on the menu!“

“This place is small with a little inside seating and more outside seating. The food is delicious! The orange juice is fresh squeezed and delicious! I had the steak egg and cheese wrap with hasbrown inside it was so good. I like to eat and I got through half and was stuffed out of my mind! Fresh avocado steak cheese eggs hashbrowns all wrapped and grilled! Don't miss this place for the best breakfast!“

“We chose Fisherman's Cafe based on previous reviews which mentioned having some Gluten Free (GF) options. Admittedly, I misjudged the weathered, physical appearance as I approached, but one bite of the food immediately had me mentally adding this to my list of Key West favorites! We timed our visit perfectly just after the peak lunch time and had the entire place to ourselves with only a few minutes to wait until our food came to our table hot and fresh. Once we began eating, we quickly adapted to the no frills, picnic style dining arrangement. The owner was low key (no pun intended) and soft spoken, but when I mentioned my wife's gluten allergy, he said "that sounds like celiac disease right? My best friend's wife suffers from the same thing." He then went on to list the menu items he could offer without worry, as well as what we should avoid. If you or someone in your dining party has celiac, you know what a relief it is when the person at the grill gets it! We are so thankful to whomever previously mentioned Fisherman's Cafe having GF options. I surprised myself by ordering the pulled pork sandwich rather than the Mahi Mahi tacos, but I was not disappointed with my choice. It came out in a few minutes piping hot and so delicious. The fries were similar to boardwalk type fries served hot and not too hard. My wife had the Island Bowl which she thoroughly enjoyed. Although the selections are limited, you are guaranteed a great meal fresh off the grill at the Fisherman's Cafe. We will be back one day!“

“We loved our experience at Bistro 245. We were there for breakfast, sat outside dockside, and it was a beautiful day. We love the setting..particularly sitting outside. Only downer was there was a cruise ship in port and that blocked the view a little“

“Excellent sandwiches, made to order, and they will let you customize them (I like extra meat). The ice cream is top notch, you don't expect good ice cream at a "fast food" place like this, but they have it. Family owned, they recognize their regular customers and you are always greeted with a smile when you walk in, whether or not you are a regular. I highly recommend.“

“I'll preface by saying I am extremely stingy giving 5 stars. 5 stars is reserved for top notch high end restaurants and even then a 5 is far and few. The Hurricane hole is a hidden gem with local charm situated inside a marina. The food and service was outstanding. We had a party of 4 service was spot on and attentive. Appetizers included Conch fritters. Nachos, 1 lb peel and eat shrimp and 12 chicken wings. All 4 Appetizers were great. For entrees we chose Jambalya, blackened catch of the day, cajun pasta and a double cheesburger. The Jambalya was legit , really well prepared and not over the top spicy it had an abundance of chicken and andouille sausage and a very healthy portion. The other dishes were equally well prepared and everyone in our group enjoyed their respected dishes. Well done, I really like this establishment.“

“I am a local- and Schooner Wharf really is one of the last little pieces of "old Key West".The Mojitos and Mudslides were delicious. I ate a Mahi wrap with homemade chips and the wrap both were very tasty!We had a fun server and great server- Logan.All around great vibe!“

“This was an amazing little spot to be on a beautiful day! We took our poodle, Jolie Fleur, to the dog beach and was told that the beach bar next to it was excellent and boy did we get some great information. We had cocktails on the deck and our Jolie Fleur was welcome as well. We weren't dressed to stay for dinner but the next time we are in Key West this us where we will have our dinner! Wonderful place!Parking: Street parking was all we could find but wasn't bad.“

“The BEST food truck ever! The best staff, the most delicious food, everything about them is amazing. They are all so sweet and even make me a meal off the menu, its just so amazing. I go at least twice a week for lunch. I can't recommend their spot to anyone else more!!“

“We had a wonderful experience at Sarabeth’s while visiting Key West. Service was hospitable and fast. We went for weekday brunch - there was no wait and the food was delectable with great portions at very reasonable prices. There are so many awesome restaurants in Key West but you must put Sarabeth's on your list!“

“This place is a must visit if you have base access and like pizza! They have an amazing breakfast pizza with hand tossed dough and is to die for! We had to visit it twice to make sure we had enough of it while we were staying here. A real must try!“

“We were looking for a surf and turf in old town, and we weren’t disappointed. We had prime rib, strip and they were both cooked to perfection. The wait staff were incredibly nice, too.The bisque soup is also incredible. Definitely give this a try !“

“Great hidden gem in key west. Perfect atmosphere with a great sunset view and a little tucked away from the typically key west commotion. Service was excellent and food was great too. This is the perfect spot if you are looking for a quiet place to watch some boats go by and feel like you have a little slice of paradise all to yourself.“

“Amazing Amazing, Amazing ! There was not one thing about our dinner that wasn't absolutely perfect and delicious. Our server was attentive and so knowledgeable about everything on the menu. Our appetizer, our salads, the conch chowder just so delicious. The yellow snapper with mango and cucumber salsa, was so fresh and light, I never clean my plate and I didn't leave a crumb for my husband! We are usually in Key West once or twice a year and we will be back the atmosphere is fantastic too!“

“Is a cool place to watch the sunset with your friends while having a drink and chill. I didn’t try any coctails, but the draft IPA is ????.The service is friendly, you have to order yourself at the bar, and be patient:)The majority around, was elderly people, drinking, chilling on the beach chairs….No one was screaming or clowning around (something you see a lot in KW), very civilized. Oh! And they have live music on a normal volume:))) I had a good time!“

“While staying at the Hyatt Centric, my wife and I took full advantage of the bar, spa, and pool. There was a server walking the pool area taking orders, and she was very timely and on top of our orders.We loved our experience. I also loved the roosters, personally.On our first night from the Hyatt, we ordered room service from here, and the order was quick, accurate, and tasty. Also, they didn't skimp on the to-go wine! Awesome service.It was so good that we ate there again 2 days later and took in the views.“

“A bar and restaurant known only to locals!The portions were really generous and served in large bowls, the owner was very sweet, the food was delicious, the prices were reasonable, and it was the most profitable restaurant I've ever eaten in the US.It may be difficult to find, but you can just follow Google Maps, so go in and try it without doubting whether it's right ❤️“

“I work next door so I see the owners always cleaning and maintaining the place! The area looks great and it’s nice to see them tending to their business. One of these days I’ll stop in for a cocktail. I’ve heard great things! Convenient location too!“

“We have enjoyed breakfast here at the Yellowfin twice. Andrei and Jean were more than attentive and professional making sure that our visit was five stars. While we are still getting used to slowing down from our fast-paced experiences back at home, Andrei was there when we needed him....checking in at the right times and not when we had bites in our mouths. That speaks to someone who understands service. Tremendous time at the resort, and will be back again soon.“

“Second time in, loved the guy playing music, very versatile and nice repertoire. We ordered Oysters and Ahi Mahi fried nuggets, absolutely delicious. The wine house yuk I didn’t like it, ordered another one from their list. They also have a weekly drinks specials. The servers Michelle and Dougie went out of their ways to make us happy.Parking: Around the block.“

“You never know what to expect from an on property restaurant, so it is with pleasure I can recommend Jimi's. Today's fresh catch was grouper. The grouper taco was excellent. A great cocktail list and great service from Suzy and Jamie. Tables overlooking the dock and Gulf of Mexico waters make for a nice setting. Be sure to have a meal there when staying at the Hyatt Beach House!“

“We had eaten at several different places while staying in Key West for a long weekend and just happened to be passing by Caroline's Cafe as we were killing time before leaving on the ferry and decided to stop in. Wow, I am glad we did! The fried Mahi Mahi appetizer was excellent and the cheeseburger was huge and absolutely delicious. Normally I am underwhelmed by bar food and rarely enjoy the atmosphere as they are too loud for my taste, but this food was amazing, the service was exceptional, and the atmosphere was perfect. Great music that was loud enough to enjoy but not to loud for a conversation which was good since I was so stuffed that I had to sit for a few minutes before I could get up and leave.“