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

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Red Shoe Island Bistro

4.9

4.9 (1183)

$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.
24 Hour Cancellation window.
For the consideration of our guests, we do not accept parties over the size of six (6).
We offer a 6 pm and an 8 pm seating.
BEER AND WINE AVAILABLE.
No Children's menu available.

Top review

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Shannon

Dined 7 days ago

The food and service were wonderful. Will definitely be going back next time I’m in Key West

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Seared Scallops

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Yellowtail Snapper

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Beef Stroganoff

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4.9

4.9 (226)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Key West

About the restaurant

Atlas Izakaya is a chef-run restaurant focused on creating delicious, thought-provoking Japanese food. Meaning “stay-drink-place” in its native tongue, Izakaya is a word to describe the perfect spot to settle down with company as you dine together. Located in the heart of historic Key West steps from Duval Street, our restaurant provides a relaxed vibe to meet your palate. To live up to our name, we created a refined atmosphere that features an impressive open kitchen to complement the same great impression made by our menu. Complete with local seafood, fresh vegetable dishes, bao buns, dumplings, and much more, our offerings are the kind you’ll be craving in the weeks following your visit. If you’re in the mood for cozy comfort and whimsical Asian cuisine, join us at Atlas Izakaya.
Now offering Omakase Bar seating. Let the Chef cook for you at the limited 6 seat counter.
Call restaurant directly to book your 10 Course Shefu Menu.
Seatings at 530pm and 8pm. Call direct...
305-998-4189

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Kathyvip

Dined 7 days ago

Our first visit and it did not disappoint! The food was amazing! Every. Single. Bite! So flavorful and perfectly prepared and presented. There were 2 servers who worked in tandem in perfect harmony. Pleasant atmosphere—a nice change of pace. Can’t wait to go back!

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Kokadama Plant Class

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4.9

4.9 (2901)

$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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Carleton

Dined 7 days ago

Season is over in Key West so it was pretty quiet. Cafe Marquesa had steady diners. The menu is eclectic and the food is sensational. The veal chop was the highlight for three of our party. Salads and seared tuna were also outstanding. Service was attentive and prompt. Stephanie did a great job. Highly recommended. It's a small restaurant so might not be quite as easy for large parties (8 or more). But we understand they have some extra space in the back for larger groups

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YELLOWTAIL SNAPPER

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PORK OSSO-BUCCO

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5.0

5 (79)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Marathon

About the restaurant

Plaza Grill offers a sophisticated, friendly, relaxing atmosphere, a cozy bar, comfortable chairs, attentive service, an award-winning wine list, and an unparalleled menu.
Get a selective glass of wine 25% off from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Alinevip

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

Best steak in town . Service is phenomenal. Great ambience

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4.9

4.9 (2720)

$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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Marinavip

Dined 3 days ago

Always delicious! We had oysters, lobster vichyssoise, octodogs, ceviche, salmon and the delicious panna cotta. Love the creativity of the dishes and the service is always excellent. Thank you, Dan!

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Cafe Sole - Key West

4.9

4.9 (3413)

$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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joe

Dined 2 days ago

My “go to” whenever I visit Key West. Our experience Friday night was so good, we are returning again on Sunday for another dinner. The hogfish was fabulous, the conch carpaccio appetizer was excellent, and loved my dessert as always.

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Hog Snapper Sole'

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White Street Pizza

4.9

4.9 (15)

$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 unique TAPAS s 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, unique small plates, and salads. A casual experience with gourmet food in a century old house that some say may have a ghost or two. Please make a reservation as space is limited and we want everyone to enjoy Key West's latest addition to the dining scene. Rock n roll fans step to the front with your munchies.

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Sarah

Dined 4 days ago

Very friendly and extremely clean. The pizza was amazing! We will definitely be back

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Santiago's Bodega Key West

4.8

4.8 (2045)

$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 $6 tapa specials. We look forward to welcoming you!

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Julesoflymer

Dined 4 days ago

Everything was perfect, as per usual. Impeccable execution of every dish and just an overall great experience. Santiago’s always hits the spot. The entire staff is lovely especially our server Luis.

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Beef Tenderloin

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Spicy Shrimp Bisque

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4.8

4.8 (1176)

$50 and over

Italian

Key West

About the restaurant

"Bel Mare means 'beautiful ocean' in Italian. We specialize in coastal Italian food served with an emphasis on traditional fine dining. Not only does our food come from that beautiful ocean, but our dining room overlooks it. The gorgeous yachts docked in the foreground of the A&B Marina make for stunning views and sunsets over that beautiful ocean!"

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Lisa

Dined 7 days ago

Very good experience. Food was great. It is a bit pricey but it is what it is.

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4.8

4.8 (2087)

$31 to $50

Italian

Key West

About the restaurant

Antonia’s Restaurant, located in the heart of Old Town Key West has been delighting the palates of locals and visitors for almost 40 years. The menu at Antonia’s Restaurant offers an array of the freshest local seafood dishes and a variety of traditional meat dishes made from the freshest ingredients prepared daily by our Classically Northern Italian trained chefs. Feeling that dining is an experience to be savored, no culinary experience is complete without wine. In addition to an extensive wine list, full bar is also available.

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Brookevip

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

Food was great and service was outstanding. We will go back for sure

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Seafood Linguine

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Fettuccine Caprese

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