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Cafe Sole - Key West, Key West, FL

Cafe Sole - Key West

4.8
4.8
3712 Reviews
$50 and over
French
1029 Southard St., Key West, FL 33040

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Café Solé has captured the hearts and palates of locals and visitors lucky enough to discover this culinary gem off the beaten path. By combining his French mastery of sauces with fresh locally caught seafood, John has created a menu unlike any on the island, where every dish is bursting with indescribable flavors. Mutton snapper in pesto and champagne, yellowtail in a beurre blanc of lobster or a rare hog snapper with red pepper zabaglione top a list of nightly specials. As for the classics, the Duck a L'Orange, Rack of Lamb with herb de Province and Lobster Bouillaise are as authentic as you will find this side of Paris. Chef Correa combines the best of both of his worlds, European and Caribbean to win the People's Choice and Best Entree awards at a recent Master Chefs Classic

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Seafood, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Nightly: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    John Correa
  • Neighborhood
    Key West
  • Cross street
    Frances St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,712 people are saying

Cafe Sole - Key West 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Overall

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Value

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Neighborhood gem

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Great for fine wines

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Romantic

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Overall

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Value

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Neighborhood gem

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Great for fine wines

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Sole in Key West offers an "exceptional dining experience" with a welcoming atmosphere, attentive service, and "amazing food." Known for its signature Hogfish dish, the restaurant delights with "impeccable service" and a "charming setting." While some note the seating can be close, the overall experience is consistently "outstanding."

3,712 Reviews
  1. David VIP

    New York City47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The place was excellent, food fantastic and Kelsey our server gave us wonderful recommendations

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  2. Clarice

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I were waiting for a flight in the Atlanta airport and chatted with a couple who are frequent visitors to Key West. Cafe Sole was among their recommendations for dinner. Tucked into a residential neighborhood, this charming eatery was a delight from the moment we walked in. The atmosphere is intimate and cozy. For starters we enjoyed a glass of wine-they have an extensive list by the glass or bottle- and the beet salad. Roasted beets, goat cheese, arugula and a light vinaigrette made for a refreshing yet tasty salad. For our entrees, I ordered the signature dish, the pan seared hogfish. My husband ordered the special grilled hogfish. Oh my goodness, all I can say is both were outstanding. My fish was melt in your mouth good, nestled in a red pepper hollandaise sauce. They have a saying on their menu…God made the fish, we just cook it right! Couldn’t agree more! Service was also exceptional. Next trip to Key West, we’ll be back.

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  3. John VIP

    Denver14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food! Had the signature hogfish and it just melts in your mouth. Good sized portions. Had the dessert trio to cap things off and that was a great way to try a few desserts. The key lime pie was my favorite and I think the best we’ve tried in Key West. Very cute place with French flair. Had Kelsey helping us tonight and she was so friendly and did a great job! Highly recommend this place tucked into a quiet neighborhood out of the main tourist areas.

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  4. Brett VIP

    Nashville12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice neighborhood place. Hog fish was … a tad overcooked on both the special and the regular. Wines very reasonably priced (bravo!). Caesar salad - so light on dressing as to barely be there. Not classic: IMHO if you are going to serve it, do it right. Very pleasant atmosphere and super attentive waitstaff. I’d come again to try some other items.

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  5. Carla VIP

    Dallas3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    All very good especially service and hog head snapper

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  6. Thomas

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, wine list and service in a small, intimate setting that truly embodies the essence of the Key West experience.

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  7. lacount

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Food and service and still fine there again.

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  8. Catherine

    Baton Rouge1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Out of all the outstanding food we had while in Key West this is by far my favorite meal. We made a meal of several small plates shared and we practically licked the plates clean!

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  9. David

    Naples5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Hogfish snapper was good; however,the sides were uneventful. I am not likely to dine here again.The ambience was lacking for us. We were sitted at a two topper in a tight area. There were only 3 other occupied tables in the entire restaurant at a 7 PM seating so the noise level was very low.

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  10. Robert

    Atlanta37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful dinner with friends for my birthday at Cafe Sole! The fresh fish and accompaniments were outstanding.

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FAQs

Cafe Sole - Key West offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 294-0230.

Cafe Sole - Key West is rated 4.8 stars by 3712 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Cafe Sole - Key West

1029 Southard St., Key West, FL 33040

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Frances St.
  • Neighborhood
    Key West
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Nightly: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Seafood, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John Correa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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