Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Florida Keys - Monroe County

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Florida Keys - Monroe County? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Red Shoe Island Bistro

5.0

5 (1187)

$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

Shannon

Dined on Sep 2, 2024

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

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5.0

5 (16)

$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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LouAnn

Dined on Sep 16, 2024

This was our first visit, but will not be our last! We had the grilled shrimp pizza and the sweet sausage pizza. Both were superb! Viktor was very attentive and helpful. We had such a nice evening and will definitely do it again!

Little Pearl

4.9

4.9 (2725)

$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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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined on Sep 19, 2024

Loved it. Loved the the verity of flavors. have the panacea you won't regret

Atlas Izakaya

4.9

4.9 (229)

$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

Top review

Stevenvip

Dined 6 days ago

We had a great experience and really enjoyed the food!

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Experience

Kokadama Plant Class

Martin's

4.7

4.7 (1761)

$50 and over

European

Key West

About the restaurant

Martin's surprises the guest with a classic and tropical mix. As soon as you arrive, you will feel surrounded by European sophistication with a touch of the playfulness of the tropics - just like our menu.

All dining areas - the formal dining room, the lounge and the garden, are flexible as our menu. From the highest quality steaks and seafood, to classic European cuisine to tropically inspired tapas, there is surely something to please every palate. In addition to a carefully curated selection of imported and domestic wines and champagnes, the bar provides a complete range of tropical and classic cocktails.

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Lynda

Dined on Sep 20, 2024

Everything was spectacular. The steaks were cooked to perfection, and the grouper melted in your mouth. The was fantastic, too.

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Tavern N’ Town – Beachside Resort & Residences

4.7

4.7 (2084)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Key West

About the restaurant

Located just off the Grand Lobby of the Beachside Resort & Residences is the Tavern N Town restaurant - where locals go and fast becoming one of Key West’s most popular attractions. Here grande surroundings and the simple pleasures of life come together in perfect harmony. And here you will find as many reasons to linger as there are tempting items on our inspired menu.

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Andrew

Dined 4 days ago

Great food. Great service. Appreciated the birthday acknowledgement. Would go back!

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4.7

4.7 (2970)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Key West

About the restaurant

Simple. Good. Food.

From humble beginnings over 20 years ago, Seven Fish has earned its place as a Key West Classic.

Serving the freshest local fish in a casual, contemporary bistro setting, it is the perfect finish to your Key West day.

Unpretentious dishes, with a commitment to only the finest ingredients, and made from scratch every day, it is the meal you don’t want to end.

Try our house specialty, Thai Curry Snapper, or any of our fresh fish dishes, or maybe the Banana Chicken or even the locals’ favorite, 7 Fish Meatloaf. There is something for everyone, lovingly prepared to exceed your expectations, including our specialty drinks and inspiring wine menu. Be sure to save room for one of our home made, classic desserts.

You will love our beautiful new building, enjoy our warm, friendly staff and come back again and again for the remarkable food.

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darin

Dined 4 days ago

Always great food and great service. If every nice restaurant could meet the standard at 7 Fishes the world would be a better place. : )

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Popular dish

Seafood Ceviche

Popular dish

Thai Curry Yellowtail Snapper

Popular dish

TUNA

Milagro Restaurant and Bar

4.7

4.7 (994)

$31 to $50

American

Key West

About the restaurant

Hidden off the beaten path, just two blocks from the Southernmost Point and one block from world famous Duval Street, is Milagro Restaurant and Bar, a true culinary gem. Run by husband and wife duo, award-winning Executive Chef Kevin Montoya and General Manager Maggie Montoya, Milagro is a labor of love with deep ties to scratch-made food, art, and the community.

In addition to an upscale atmosphere, Milagro specializes in local seafood, wood grilled steaks and chops, and much more. Treat yourself to our vast selection of wine, tequila flights, and craft cocktails at one of our two bars.

Welcome to a fine dining, Key West style, experience!

Happy Hour available from 5:00pm-6:30pm at either of our two bars or high tops tables.

Please note, Milagro does not offer outdoor dining nor children's menu.

Top review

Gailvip

Dined on Sep 25, 2024

It was my Birthday and the staff treated me so special! Thank you everyone! The food was spectacular and so was the service!

Matt's Stock Island Kitchen & Bar at The Perry Hotel

4.5

4.5 (457)

$50 and over

Southern

Key West

About the restaurant

At Matt’s Stock Island Kitchen & Bar, the ingredients speak for themselves. It’s American Coastal Comfort Food—simple, comforting, and delicious in a way you’d never expect. Whether you bring in your own fresh catch for us to prepare or come in to order just a few dishes, you’ll want to try everything on the menu. Don't miss our signature seafood towers filled with oysters, shrimp, clam, tuna tartare, and ceviche.

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DrKHvip

Dined on Aug 12, 2024

Fantastic meal and service as always. We locals LOVE this place!

Mangoes Restaurant and Catering - Key West, FL

4.3

4.3 (538)

$31 to $50

Caribbean

Key West

About the restaurant

Inspired by traditional Conch and Caribbean dishes, using local indigenous ingredients. Enjoy native natural local island cuisine which is a blend of Bahamian, Cuban, West Indies, and Key West. All food is made in-house and our seafood is of the freshest quality. We source our seafood from local vendors and acquiring local and indigenous produce to showcase the island’s cuisine. Creative American classic dishes are also available.

Enjoy lunch, dinner and cocktails in our courtyard lounge, people watch from our Duval Street outdoor seating, or cool off in our open walled air conditioned dining room that ties our beautiful property together. Our bar serves an amazing selection of craft beers on tap, along with the classical favorites, specialty cocktails, frozen drinks and a wine list to meet our guest’s needs.

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Teresa

Dined on Sep 26, 2024

Overall our experience at Mangoes was very good. The service was excellent and the food was fantastic. If I had one piece of feedback it would be to have your live entertainment turned down one notch. We love live music, but when you absolutely cannot hear the person sitting next to you, it may indicate the music is just a bit loud. As mentioned, overall great experience!

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Popular dish

Lobster Salad Roll

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