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Cafe Marquesa, Key West, FL

Cafe Marquesa

4.8 (3143)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
600 Fleming St, Key West, FL 33040

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
A premier choice for fine dining in Old Town Key West.

Like Charleston and other great ports of the South, Key West offers endless inspiration for chefs. Once a stop on trade routes to the Caribbean, the island developed a signature cuisine that’s practically an open book for flavors. Pair this with the bounty from two bodies of water and the signatures of great chefs who have dedicated time here and a compelling cuisine emerges.

From its inception, Café Marquesa has led the way in expressing a unique, coastal cuisine. Our kitchen combines the finest seafood, meats, and produce with classic preparations and creativity. We offer fine dining with an authentic, homespun essence, like freshly baked bread and desserts made daily in-house. A local favorite for special occasions, and a place to settle into and savor. Every dinner layers memory upon memory. Join us and find yours.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Southern, American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Key West
  • Cross street
    Simonton and Fleming
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wine

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What 3,143 people are saying

Cafe Marquesa reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Overall

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Food

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Service

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Good for special occasions

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Overall

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Food

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Service

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Marquesa in Key West delivers a superb dining experience with "amazing food," "excellent service," and a "wonderful atmosphere." Praised for its "creative and delicious" dishes, this restaurant offers an intimate setting perfect for special occasions. Despite some noise complaints, the attention to detail and culinary excellence ensure a memorable visit.
3,143 Reviews
  1. Timothy

    Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had dinner at the Marquesa Cafe on 6-28-2025. It’s really a VERY nice, small, intimate restaurant!! Fantastic food, service, and atmosphere!! The wait staff, Stephanie in particular, and the maître d' made it a special evening!

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  2. Dean

    Fayetteville / Northwest Arkansas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience! Great food in quaint classy space.

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  3. 2foodiesonaplane

    Milan2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We ate at Café Marquesa twice while staying at the hotel Marquesa. The 1st time was for dinner and we very much enjoyed our experience. Service was friendly, we didn’t have to wait long for our drinks and food, the plating was very pretty, the restaurant setting is intimate and charming but most importantly, everything we ate and drank was delicious. They even accommodated my special request on one of the dishes. Also, they definitely have one of the best key lime pies in Key West. Unfortunately our 2nd meal was not nearly as pleasant. We went for breakfast on our last day, wanting to keep the “best for last” since our expectations coming off our previous dinner was quite high, but we were disappointed. The service was not as welcoming, the food was very average compared to their dinner plates that showed creativity and excellent execution. They also don’t even have fresh pressed orange juice or fruits. Overall the dinner deserves 5* but the breakfast gave me no choice but to change that 4* for overall. That being said, if you are in key west, you must book your dinner here, you will not regret it!

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  4. Chad

    Baltimore / Maryland9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating my girlfriend’s birthday with her mom and friends. The whole experience was great from our greeting to the specialty drinks to the wonderful dinner to the desserts! The beignets were next level! Key lime pie also great. Stephanie, our server, was fun and engaging. I would highly recommend the Cafe Marquesa, you won’t be disappointed!
    Cafe MarquesaResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind review. We love celebrating special occasions with our guests and are thrilled that you chose to spend your special occasion with us. I am over the moon that Stephanie took such great care of you and that you had such a wonderful experience.

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  5. Kevin VIP

    Fort Lauderdale8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall it was good but the chef needs to season the food, lacked flavor overall. The other disappointing thing was they asked us if we were celebrating anything and we were which was our Anniversary. They wrote something on our to go bag…..a nice gesture I guess but most places would have given you a free dessert or something
    Cafe MarquesaResponded on June 20, 2025
    Kevin, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. I'm sorry that you thought the food was under-seasoned, and I wish you had told either me or the Chef when we stopped by the table to see how you were enjoying everything so that we could have adjusted it for you at the time. As for the dessert, we do not offer a complimentary dessert as we celebrate many birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions with guests from around the world on a nightly basis. The chef wrote 'Happy Anniversary' on your bag because you ordered to go, and we didn't have the opportunity to present it as we usually do on a special plate. We wish you a happy anniversary hope that you choose to join us once again to let us meet your expectations.

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  6. Amy-Jean VIP

    Greater Boston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the host upon entering, to the stunning waitstaff, to the manager who brought such smiles to our hearts and faces, and then of course the incredible executive chef who came over and was so interested in listening and modestly sharing her wisdom....the entire evening was beyond a treat....I felt like I was in someone's gorgeous home and being taken care of on an individual level. I memory we will carry with us for certain. Thank you to every detailed and immaculate experience conveyed through food and hospitality. Best restaurant I have been to I think in my life for all those reasons. We appreciate every tiny nuance (the busser was so discreet and professional and that brought me such joy). We had the osso buco and the halibut...perfection. The beignets were beyond, beyond....Thank you so much again.
    Cafe MarquesaResponded on June 17, 2025
    Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It was a joy to have you both as our guests. We always strive to create a memorable experience for our guests, and in this case, it seems that we succeeded! We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to our little island paradise.

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  7. Justin

    Key West / Florida Keys1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was absolutely amazing—each dish beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The attention to detail in both taste and presentation was top-notch. Our server was also fantastic: friendly, attentive, and made the experience even more enjoyable. Our only complaint was the volume of the music. It was so loud that it made it difficult to carry on conversations at our own table, which took away from the otherwise lovely atmosphere. It almost felt intentional, as if to encourage quicker turnover—which feels disappointing given the higher price point and the effort clearly put into the dining experience. We’d love to return, but we hope the ambiance will match the quality of everything else next time.
    Cafe MarquesaResponded on June 17, 2025
    Justin, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We try to have a lively atmosphere, but still comfortable for our guests and it seems that we dropped the ball during your visit. I do hope to welcome you back so that you may enjoy not only the food but the atmosphere as well on your next visit.

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  8. Kyle

    Miami - Dade2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always fantastic. Our go to when visiting Key West.
    Cafe MarquesaResponded on June 23, 2025
    Thank you so much! Hopefully, we will get to see you again soon.

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  9. Mary VIP

    Key West / Florida Keys5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went to celebrate our Anniversary! The staff was very attentive and the food was amazing! This is our third time visiting Cafe Marquesa and we haven’t had a bad experience.

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  10. Steve VIP

    Key West / Florida Keys2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was amazing!!! We felt like royalty.

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Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Cafe Marquesa

600 Fleming St, Key West, FL 33040

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Simonton and Fleming
  • Neighborhood
    Key West
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Southern, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wine
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