My husband and I were walkabout in Key West when he began to feel unwell due the heat. We decided to step into the Eaton St Seafood restaurant as it was close to where we were. Although we were not searching for lots of food, more so a drink and a cool environment, we split a delightful crab cake sandwich and the guy there not only cut it in half and plated it separately, he also gave us individual sides and offered crushed ice cups for our drinks. I felt he might have averted a medical problem for us with his caring assistance. That is very rare these days. Plus the food was great!
awil727
Crab cake sandwich was spectacular, amazing fish dip. You can taste how amazing and fresh everything is.
Trip238396
Quiet location off main pedestrian traffic through Key West City Centre. Excellent quality of food and customer service.
Roz F
What a unique spot to eat. My husband and I expected to walk into a restaurant and be seated. We were wrong. You place an order and then sit outside. We thought about leaving but we didn't. And I am so glad we stayed. The food was delicious! He had grilled lobster tail and I had the shrimp basket! It was so good!
Hillary160
We happened to come here in the ran. There is no indoor seating and the outdoor area didn’t provide much cover. The lobster rolls were huge and delicious. We were told they were the best on the island and I believe it!
marcia261
I have ordered online for overnight shipping up north twice now. Amazing quality of seafood. They have the best hogfish ever. Their key lime mustard sauce is so delicious. Worth every penny! Thanks for making my time away from key west a little easier!
Sebastian M
Amazing! ! This casual dining restaurant has something for everyone! I had the divinely inspired smoked fish dip with crackers: the dish was to die for! The long drive down to Key West was well worth it having a chance to taste many of their delicious bites! Their portions are very generous indeed! Their fish tacos so fresh and with a creamy sauce that hits all the right notes! And the conch fritters were to die for. Our wonderful server, also brought our kids tummy fries and chicken tenders! This is definitely Key West's best kept secret especially if you're a true Seafood lover! Don't say I didn't warn you, the seafood here is just par excellence; pure wholesome goodness! Thanks for a wonderful meal!
Mary Beth N
Best Lobster Rolls ever. We had dinner our first night and loved it so much that we postponed our departure and waited to leave the island until 11:00 so we could have one Lobster Roll. ? ?
Jeff B
Get out of the tourist traps and find this little gem. Order one of the great appetizers, pick a good brew, vino, other - then pick a seat. Know you’ve seen what’s available in the market, and you’re minds made up. Go back for basket of shrimp, grilled fish of today taco’s, incredible fish sandwich made to taste - and don’t ignore the lobster rolls! Delicious
TravelingGayPanda
Small, cute seafood restaurant with outdoor seating. I had the crabcake sandwich which was unfortunately soggy and mushy. You couldn’t really taste the crab because it was overseasoned. The buffalo shrimp was also overcooked and the breading had an off-putting burnt taste.
A great, out of the way spot for lunch. The food was fresh and great tasting. Eating lunch outdoors simply reinforces what it is like to be on "island time." Highly recommended
Robert S
The ESSM&R (I made that up) is a cute place that seemed to have more people buying seafood to take home than ordering to eat in. They have a wonderful selection. We came to eat and we ate inside at the small counter. They have a nice outdoor garden eating area also. I had a great meal. I had the biggest lobster roll I have ever seen, and it was cheaper that the ones we had in Maine. I also ordered fries and was amazed by the size of the portion. I wish I had a photo to show you. The lady in charge said "Yeah, they always give too much, We tell the customers to only order one per table, or we have to throw them away" We really enjoyed our meal and the folks working there. Give it a try!
Mark L
Super fresh seafood. You pick it they cook it. Any time we are in Key West we visit for lunch or dinner. Fantastic Grouper! Fantastic lobster as a roll or grilled. Well priced, friendly and not a tourist trap.
Tim F
Good food and service and reasonable prices there are many choices and all come with aleast two sides
Heidiclar
If I could give them a zero, I would! Cashier clearly hats her job with a poker face, and food is Overpriced and over cooked, not worse your money at all! Paid almost 20 dollars for fried fish, we got 3 very small overcooked pieces with huge amount of French fries. Paid 28 dollars for lobster rolls and you got two very small rolls with a piece of minced cold lobster and a bag of chips. People save your money and go somewhere else!!!
My husband and I were walkabout in Key West when he began to feel unwell due the heat. We decided to step into the Eaton St Seafood restaurant as it was close to where we were. Although we were not searching for lots of food, more so a drink and a cool environment, we split a delightful crab cake sandwich and the guy there not only cut it in half and plated it separately, he also gave us individual sides and offered crushed ice cups for our drinks. I felt he might have averted a medical problem for us with his caring assistance. That is very rare these days. Plus the food was great!
Crab cake sandwich was spectacular, amazing fish dip. You can taste how amazing and fresh everything is.
Quiet location off main pedestrian traffic through Key West City Centre. Excellent quality of food and customer service.
What a unique spot to eat. My husband and I expected to walk into a restaurant and be seated. We were wrong. You place an order and then sit outside. We thought about leaving but we didn't. And I am so glad we stayed. The food was delicious! He had grilled lobster tail and I had the shrimp basket! It was so good!
We happened to come here in the ran. There is no indoor seating and the outdoor area didn’t provide much cover. The lobster rolls were huge and delicious. We were told they were the best on the island and I believe it!
I have ordered online for overnight shipping up north twice now. Amazing quality of seafood. They have the best hogfish ever. Their key lime mustard sauce is so delicious. Worth every penny! Thanks for making my time away from key west a little easier!
Amazing! ! This casual dining restaurant has something for everyone! I had the divinely inspired smoked fish dip with crackers: the dish was to die for! The long drive down to Key West was well worth it having a chance to taste many of their delicious bites! Their portions are very generous indeed! Their fish tacos so fresh and with a creamy sauce that hits all the right notes! And the conch fritters were to die for. Our wonderful server, also brought our kids tummy fries and chicken tenders! This is definitely Key West's best kept secret especially if you're a true Seafood lover! Don't say I didn't warn you, the seafood here is just par excellence; pure wholesome goodness! Thanks for a wonderful meal!
Best Lobster Rolls ever. We had dinner our first night and loved it so much that we postponed our departure and waited to leave the island until 11:00 so we could have one Lobster Roll. ? ?
Get out of the tourist traps and find this little gem. Order one of the great appetizers, pick a good brew, vino, other - then pick a seat. Know you’ve seen what’s available in the market, and you’re minds made up. Go back for basket of shrimp, grilled fish of today taco’s, incredible fish sandwich made to taste - and don’t ignore the lobster rolls! Delicious
Small, cute seafood restaurant with outdoor seating. I had the crabcake sandwich which was unfortunately soggy and mushy. You couldn’t really taste the crab because it was overseasoned. The buffalo shrimp was also overcooked and the breading had an off-putting burnt taste.
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A great, out of the way spot for lunch. The food was fresh and great tasting. Eating lunch outdoors simply reinforces what it is like to be on "island time." Highly recommended
The ESSM&R (I made that up) is a cute place that seemed to have more people buying seafood to take home than ordering to eat in. They have a wonderful selection. We came to eat and we ate inside at the small counter. They have a nice outdoor garden eating area also. I had a great meal. I had the biggest lobster roll I have ever seen, and it was cheaper that the ones we had in Maine. I also ordered fries and was amazed by the size of the portion. I wish I had a photo to show you. The lady in charge said "Yeah, they always give too much, We tell the customers to only order one per table, or we have to throw them away" We really enjoyed our meal and the folks working there. Give it a try!
Super fresh seafood. You pick it they cook it. Any time we are in Key West we visit for lunch or dinner. Fantastic Grouper! Fantastic lobster as a roll or grilled. Well priced, friendly and not a tourist trap.
Good food and service and reasonable prices there are many choices and all come with aleast two sides
If I could give them a zero, I would! Cashier clearly hats her job with a poker face, and food is Overpriced and over cooked, not worse your money at all! Paid almost 20 dollars for fried fish, we got 3 very small overcooked pieces with huge amount of French fries. Paid 28 dollars for lobster rolls and you got two very small rolls with a piece of minced cold lobster and a bag of chips. People save your money and go somewhere else!!!