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La Trattoria Old Town, Key West, FL

La Trattoria Old Town

4.8
4.8
2648 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
LaTrattoria Old Town has been serving Authentic Italian cuisine since 1983. This is our original and flagship location located in the heart of Key West at 524 Duval Street. This bistro type setting offers one of the premier intimate settings in the lower keys. All of our entrees are prepared fresh to order using only the freshest of ingredients. Our signature dish, Yellowtail snapper, is locally caught daily and prepared fresh with garlic, capers and tomatoes in a lemon white wine butter sauce--it is to die for. When dinner is over look no further than Virgilios Martini Bar, located directly behind the restaurant. Virgilios offers an extensive Martini menu along with live entertainment 7 nights a week. This sexy speak easy sits just off of Duval street and is for sure to satisfy your pallet with refreshing libations.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 28 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (305) 296-1075
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Bill Lay
  • Catering
    Catered Affairs of Key West, the premiere catering company of the keys. Off site events include weddings, corporate events, charities, birthdays and anything else you might need. We can accommodate groups from 30 to 300. Please visit us at cateredaffairsofkeywest.com. <br />Director of catering.......Amy Lay
  • Private party contact
    Amy Lay: (305) 296-2345
  • Neighborhood
    Key West
  • Cross street
    Between Fleming and Southard Street on Duval
  • Parking details
    street parking
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment 7 nights a week starting at 9:30pm in Virgilios Martini Bar. Located directly behind La Trattoria Old Town.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,648 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Value

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Good for business meals

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Most Booked

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Value

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Good for business meals

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Most Booked

2,648 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food with great service. Prime location on Duval makes LA Trot easy to find. Noise was a little overwhelming but since we've been here several times prior we expected that noise level. Restaurant was quite busy, which is great for them!!

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  2. JillL

    Key West

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, drinks, service and atmosphere. A great place for date night or a night out with friends. I’d rate it the best Italian in key west (best cocktails too!).

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  3. RickI

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been here multiple times when we come to the Keys. This is income of our go to restaurants. My wife had the hog fish. She loved it. First time she had it. I had the tortellini in a cream sauce with peas and ham. The ham came out jn very large pieces (inches long and thick slices). Too much ham that it overwhelmed the rest of the dish. I would still order again. Our issue tonight was the service. When we first got there it was not busy at all. They were easily able to seat our 7 pm reservation at 6:30. Plenty of staff on hand but little attention was paid to our table. Other than taking our order, the waiter was mia for most of the meal. I had asked for some butter. Never arrived. When the meals came out salad dishes weee still sitting in front of us. I should not have to move my salad plate to allow the staff to put my meal down. The waiter never came over until we were almost done with our meal to ask how things were. That is after walking past us several times after we got our meal. First time having less than excellent service.

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  4. gjkkca61

    Chicago

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was outstanding! We will definitely be back and would highly recommend to anyone. The seafood ravioli was incredible!

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  5. DavidG

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always excellent. One of our favorite restaurants in Key West.

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  6. laurap

    Portland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dining experience was excellent. The food was exemplary. We all had seafood and it prepared beautifully. The servings were plentiful but not ridiculous and artfully presented. The wait staff did a very good job of recommending good wine choices. My only complaint is that it took a very long time for our food to come out. Other tables did not seem to have the same issue. We were there for over 3 hours! So not sure if I just didn’t notice others waiting as well, or if there was a glitch. The food was not real hot, so maybe it sat for a bit? Not sure. But it was a magical evening nevertheless. We were celebrating a 40 yr. Anniversary/Vow renewal and they presented us with a complimentary piece of delicious cake with a sparkler on top. It was fabulous. Ruben was our waiter and he was very busy but was still attentive.

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  7. stephenG

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food & service will return on next visit to key west

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  8. Noisy

    Houston

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food - took a while to come out, close to 45 mins- but it was well worth the wait. Service was good - outside dining is a table on Duvall so had some shady characters walk by a few times. Still an overall good experience!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Key West

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was great and the bartender working on thanksgiving day was amazing !

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  10. JamieF

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and great service. The Thanksgiving menu looked good but we didn't order it. Meal overall was less expensive than expected. Will go back.

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  11. JoeL

    Key West

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server and had excellent recommendations on the menu. The bruschetta appetizer was amazing. My wife had the Chicken Parm, it was as good as any we've had. I had the Snapper... so flavorful.

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  12. Bgbradenton

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great as always, and Walter, our server, was excellent! LaTrattoria is one of our go-to places every time we’re in town.

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  13. NathanD

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wine selection was great, amazing lasagna, and the yellow tail was wonderful. We will definitely be back!

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  14. Rock

    Orlando

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had Veal Piccata and a Caesar salad, with tiramisu for dessert, and everything was delicious. We sat at the bar for dinner…..bartender was very efficient, friendly, and provided great service. Nice crowd too. We’ll be back!

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  15. Dani

    Baltimore

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was excellent!! Walter our server was amazing.

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  16. Pamela

    San Francisco

    46 reviews

    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious. Nice menu and wine list. We've never had cucumber in bruschetta before and it was a lively and refreshing addition. Our waiter was not very attentive -- long gaps between visits to our table, rushed when present, and too busy doing busboy tasks at other tables (bread and water refills and the like).

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  17. Chuck

    Key West

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    La Trattoria is our “go to” restaurant here in Key West. Never disappointed after many years.

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  18. JamesJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is absolutely amazing! We went twice in two days on vacation in KW. I ordered the Pasta Aglio-e-Olio with chicken and my wife ordered the Spaghetti Norma. Can’t wait to come back for dinner. We also had salad and bruschetta all of which was outstanding! In KW most restaurants are just casual bars or sort of pretentious fine dining. This place is white linen but also a casual family dining experience that’s affordable and authentic. Very clean and friendly as well!

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  19. Sherri

    Baltimore

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful evening all around. Delicious meal, excellent service and awesome views of the happenings on Duvall St. Thank you!

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  20. Lish

    Minneapolis

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We asked to be seated at a window table by the hostess said someone else had a reservation for that table. We inquired about 2 others but were told they had reservations. No one was seated at any of those tables the entire length of our meal. They were still empty when we left. This is not the first time this has happened to my party and me. Your hostess needs to have a better handle on how to turn those desired tables.

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  21. MikeD

    Fort Lauderdale

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    amazing food! Outstanding service by Joshua! There was a women in a dinner party that was so loud and obnoxious that all we could do is laugh at her. It was a peaceful restaurant when she left!

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  22. ValerieB

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend if you are in Key West! Food and the wait staff were equally amazing.

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  23. JenniferZ

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful dinner!! Service was good, and value was fabulous! Definitely recommended!!

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  24. RitaW

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    First timers and we all enjoyed our meal very much. We had a wonderful server, Josh, who took great care of us.  very good value for very good food. Highly recommend.

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  25. LeslieB

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner. The food, drinks and dessert were spectacular. Our server was great. We would highly recommend this restaurant.

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  26. LouD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Excellent service. Pleasant atmosphere and (for Key West) quite affordable. Go dine there immediately!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was excellent and Oscar was a great server. The host (Rollo) was welcoming and attentive. Portions are huge - some dinners are best split, and so appreciate that they split our salad that we wanted to share

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  28. BethM

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful and we are picky. We took home leftovers and still as good the next day. We would definitely go back!

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  29. KWfoodie

    Key West

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food always tastes wonderful!! Love the tables overlooking Duval. Cocktails are large!!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding Italian place. Very unexpected in Key West, but this was a highlight of the trip. Service and food were stellar.

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  31. 4timothybud

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and atmosphere were extraordinary. We had a table by the ocean perfect for our sunset reservation time. We will definately be returning on our next visit to Key West.

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  32. KKDan

    New Orleans

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Has enough variety on menu that everyone was able to find something they really enjoyed. We were celebrating a birthday and they do something special for the occasion. We always love eating here

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic as always, great food and great service again.

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  34. Nick

    New York Area

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was well prepared and the service was extraordinary by Ahmed !

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  35. jaag

    Fort Lauderdale

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the time we were seated until we finished and left we were treated amazingly by all of the staff. Our server Amed was professional and delightful. The food was reasonably priced and delicious.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Whatever you do, make sure you order the tiramisu. You will not regret it.

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  37. norenep

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always our favorite for Italian in KW! Food was awesome as was Lola our waitress! So refreshing when you can get an experienced server at a restaurant these days! She was the BEST!!Made my husband's birthday a wonderful celebration! Thank you!!

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  38. Kylegrant85

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    2 guests of our party ordered chicken parmigiana--both had very dry/overcooked chicken. One guest sent it back and asked for Veal dish instead. When bill came, it reflected both meals. After questioning server about it, the Manager came over and said well he ate both meals, which was absolutely not true. Finally took the overcooked chicken dish off, but not good service and way to talk to a customer. Especially a long-time local guest. We will likely not be back which is too bad.

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  39. CristinaC

    Baltimore

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great server. Great food. Great views of Duval. Excellent espresso martinis.

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  40. Michael

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great little place right on Duval Street. Will definitely visit again.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

La Trattoria Old Town offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 296-1075.

La Trattoria Old Town is rated 4.8 stars by 2648 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for La Trattoria Old Town

524 Duval St, Key West, FL 33040

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between Fleming and Southard Street on Duval
  • Neighborhood
    Key West
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    street parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Bill Lay
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment 7 nights a week starting at 9:30pm in Virgilios Martini Bar. Located directly behind La Trattoria Old Town.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (305) 296-1075
  • Catering
    Catered Affairs of Key West, the premiere catering company of the keys. Off site events include weddings, corporate events, charities, birthdays and anything else you might need. We can accommodate groups from 30 to 300. Please visit us at cateredaffairsofkeywest.com. <br />Director of catering.......Amy Lay
  • Private party contact
    Amy Lay: (305) 296-2345
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