Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Key West / Florida Keys

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Red Shoe Island Bistro

4.9

4.9 (1608)

$31 to $50

American

Key West

About the restaurant

Key West seafood restaurant in the heart of old town on Petronia. The menu is kept small so that everything is nice and fresh for you. Yellowtail snapper, fish of the day, Key West pink shrimp, and seafood medley highlight the menu.
Deviled Eggs topped with Scallops, Shrimp Mango Toast and Crispy Pork Belly Croustinis tantalize the pallet. Beef stroganoff made with certified black angus beef is a favorite.

Relaxing, unpretentious, and romantic.
Seating is very limited. We offer a 6 pm and an 8 pm seating.
24 Hour Cancellation window.
For the consideration of our guests, we do not accept parties over the size of six (6), without the permission for the owners.
20% gratuity added to parties of six (6) or more.
BEER AND WINE AVAILABLE ONLY.
No Children's menu available.

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KarenVIP

Dined on Jul 21, 2025

Fantastic food and service, a really lovely restaurant, best we experienced in Ket West.

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4.8

4.8 (33)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Key West

About the restaurant

An "only in Key West" restaurant, The Flaming Buoy Filet Co. is one part retro supper club, one part sassy corner bistro, and one part highly personal whim. Fred Isch, grew up in every geographic segment of the country with a mother who loved cooking and collecting recipes. His husband, Scot Forste, grew up on the farm where his mother, bored of city life, spontaneously relocated to get back to the land, breed horses, and grow fresh, healthy food. Every recipe on the Flaming Buoy menu is an interpretation of something Fred or Scot ate at their respective family tables. Local additions, like seafood, tropical fruits, and Cuban flavors reinterpret the nostalgia, and the result grabbed the attention of the New York Times in 2011.
– Margit Bizstray, The Complete Key West Insider Guide

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Aldis

Dined 3 days ago

We really enjoyed our dinner at The Flaming Buoy. The service, ambiance and food were all excellent. We had the tuna and watermelon ceviche as an appetizer and the entree trio and lobster thermidor. Everything was very well prepared. Derrick, our server, was really nice. We will be back.

White Street Pizza

4.9

4.9 (58)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Key West

About the restaurant

Chef Marek is inspired by the pizzerias of New York, and he is bringing that inspiration to you to enjoy in the heart of the local scene in Key West, the White Street District. We also have a selection of delicious entrees to enjoy. So please join us for a special evening of relaxation with cold beer, fine wine, and friends old and new enjoying great pizza, scrumptious entrees, and salads. A casual experience with gourmet food in a century old house that locals have enjoyed for some time.

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Jennifer

Dined on May 25, 2025

Quaint and quiet establishment. Awesome food and service. Save room for dessert, worth it!

Santiago's Bodega Key West

4.8

4.8 (2476)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Key West

About the restaurant

Since 2003, Santiago's Bodega Key West in Bahama Village has been serving globally inspired small plates in a vibrant, inviting atmosphere. We offer indoor and outdoor seating. For parties of 6 or more, please call the restaurant to reserve. We are a neighborhood gem. Reservations are highly recommended.

Open daily from 11:00am-10:00pm. We offer Happy Hour seven days a week from 3:00pm-6:00pm featuring half-priced sangria, wine by the glass, draft beer, and select $7 tapa specials. We look forward to welcoming you!

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John

Dined on Jul 21, 2025

Great dining experience! Chef Jeff is amazing!

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4.8

4.8 (3165)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Key West

About the restaurant

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.

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MattVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We really enjoyed our meal at Cafe Marquesa! Delicious food, beautiful restaurant and great service.

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Popular dish

MISO GLAZED BLACK GROUPER

4.8

4.8 (2629)

$31 to $50

American

Key West

About the restaurant

Tropical open-air fine dining in a casual atmosphere. open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations suggested. Classic elegant cuisine prepared in our unique style, featuring fresh local seafood and the finest cuts of meat. We offer an extensive wine list to satisfy all palates. Come experience a Key West tradition...La Te Da.

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Meaghan

Dined 7 days ago

Our server, Jon, our server, did an excellent job! He was outstanding with service as well as professional and courteous! The ambience is incredible. Food is delicious!

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4.8

4.8 (3745)

$50 and over

French

Key West

About the restaurant

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

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Barbara

Dined on Jul 11, 2025

Was a great experience. Our waiter was perfect, food was delicious. Would recommend and will be back

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4.8

4.8 (3214)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Key West

About the restaurant

Prime Steakhouse offers the finest steaks in the Florida Keys! Whether a 24oz Bone in Rib Eye or a succulent Filet, grilled to perfection, Prime is the best kept secret in Key West. Tucked away in the Conch Harbor Marina above Dante's, settle into our intimate dining room and let our servers take care of the rest. In addition to fabulous steaks, Prime serves Fresh Florida Lobster and nightly Seafood and Pasta specials. Nightly specials may also include a 16 oz Bone In Filet, Double Bone Pork Chop and an outrageous 16oz Veal Chop. Don't miss the Crab Cake and the Smoked Gouda & White Truffle Macaroni & Cheese. Noted for it's impeccable world-class service, the finest wines from the USA, Italy & France and a superb Martini and Cocktail menu, Prime has become the locals favorite Steakhouse!

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Bethany

Dined 3 days ago

The food was absolutely delicious and the service fantastic!

Plaza Grill

5.0

5 (134)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Marathon

About the restaurant

Plaza Grill offers a sophisticated, friendly atmosphere, gentle lighting, soft music, a cozy bar, comfortable chairs, attentive service. We are located at the heart of the Florida Keys, just one mile before the Seven Mile Bridge.

Plaza Grill has an award-winning International wine list and an unparalleled menu.
Plaza Grill won
"The Best Steak" on 2024 The Best Of Marathon.
Received "Diner's Choice" from Open Table in 2023-2024-2025 consecutively.

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Carlos

Dined 3 days ago

Simply amazing! The food was delicious! I have a new dining spot in Marathon!

Little Pearl

4.8

4.8 (2975)

$50 and over

Seafood

Key West

About the restaurant

We are OPEN 6 nights a week with 3 seating times
Monday-Saturday 5pm/7pm/9pm
Offering Chef’s Tasting Menu only. Unfortunately, our regular menu is unavailable at this time. Follow our website, Facebook, or IG for most current menu offerings... or just give us a call!
Please contact the restaurant with ALL dietary restrictions 24 hours before reservation for us to accommodate.
Thank you for your support during these unprecedented times! Looking forward to seeing you again!

Nestled in the heart of Old Town and away from the bustling downtown streets of Key West, Florida, sits an excellent spot for fresh local catch and innovative cuisine with a tropical twist.
Reservations are recommended!! Please call us for parties larger than 4 people.

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jamesVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Best dining experience in Key West, food as exceptional as was service

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