June 20, 2019

Five foodie favorites from food shacks to fine dining.

Photo Credit: A&B Lobster House

Some of the most popular world-class Key West Restaurants are located steps from our resort, and each deliver a unique experience that is fit for any occasion, from fine dining to food shacks and everything in between. Here are five of our favorite iconic, romantic, casual waterfront restaurants, cocktail bars, and food shacks in the neighborhood: A & B Lobster and Berlin’s Cocktail Bar & Lounge, Fisherman’s Cafe, Turtle Kraals and Half Shell Raw Bar.

A&B Lobster House

Upscale, Fine Dining

If you are looking for a more upscale, fine dining experience in Key West, this is it. A & B Lobster House is the only restaurant with white tablecloth service and waitstaff in formal attire on the island. It’s also the ONLY Lobster & Steak House in Key West.

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Photo Credit: A&B Lobster House

A& B Lobster House offers the best waterfront dining, in an upscale atmosphere, overlooking the historic Key West Seaport. Menu favorites include lobster, both from Maine and Florida, and of course Surf and Turf.

Dine outside on the wrap-around balcony or inside in the timeless dining room and watch the sunset over the harbor. This is a favorite for travelers seeking a romantic dining experience in Key West.

A&B Lobster House

700 Front Street

Key West, FL 33040

Hours: Open 5pm - 11pm

305-294-5880

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Berlin's Cocktail Bar & Lounge

Cocktails & Late Night Bites!

We love to keep secrets but can’t keep this one any longer. Berlin’s Cocktail Bar & Lounge, a speakeasy-style cocktail bar hidden away at the Seaport behind A&B Lobster House, just launched a new late night menu available 10pm - 11:30pm. If you want to escape the madness of Duval and want a quieter place to go, then head to Berlin’s.

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Photo Credit: Berlin’s Cocktail Bar & Lounge

Berlin’s Cocktail Bar & Lounge has been nominated Best Martini, Best Late Night Spot and Best Bar in the 2019 Bubba’s Awards a/k/a Key West People’s Choice Awards. We wish them good luck and will be watching to see who wins!

It’s the perfect place to unwind and the best place for cocktails and late-night bites in Key West!

Berlin’s Cocktail Bar & Lounge

700 Front Street, Key West

(305) 294-5880

Open 5pm - Midnight

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Fisherman’s Cafe

Grab & Go

Located on Lazy Way Lane, is our favorite grab & go food shack in the neighborhood serving up some of the most incredible flavors on the island. Open for breakfast and lunch, Fisherman’s Cafe is where you’ll want to go before or after your land or sea adventure.

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Photo Credit: @foodparooze on Instagram

“Addiictingly creamy, tangy-sweet KEY LIME LOBSTER ROLL with house -made coconut oil chips. ~ @Foodparooze

Fisherman’s Cafe is serving up fancy without the fancy price tag and uses locally sourced ingredients to cook up killer grub. So next time you visit, make sure to eat at Fisherman’s Cafe. You won’t be sorry. To keep it simple - it’s just really good food.

Fisherman’s Cafe

Open Everyday 7:00am - 5:00pm

205 Elizabeth Street

Key West, Florida 33040

305-900-6878

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Turtle Kraals

Casual Dining | Turtle Races | Amazing Views

If you are looking for a casual, laid-back atmosphere, cocktails, a spectacular marina view and great place to watch the sunset - head to Turtle Kraals. This is another waterfront foodie favorite located at the Seaport at the Key West Bight Marina serving up the freshest seafood, cold drinks and a scenic view of ships, schooners, and boats getting ready to set sail or set the background scene while you dine.

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Photo Credit: Turtle Kraals

Try the Ceviche. “Two worlds meet in the 15th century. The Spanish brought the sword and the lime, the Incas had the abundant fish from the Humboldt current. Through war, ceviche was born. We prepare our ceviche in the traditional Peruvian style with only the freshest ingredients from the land and sea. Citrus juice cures the fish, and the chilies, herbs, and vegetables enhance it.” ~ Turtle Kraals

Turtle Kraals restaurant also hosts turtle races three times a week during season but schedule changes in summer due to heat. Please call the restaurant for Turtle Race summer hours.

Is it the food, is it the view, is it the drinks… it’s all of the above!

Turtle Kraals

231 Margaret St

Key West, FL 33040

Open for lunch and dinner 11am - 10pm

(305) 294-2640

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Half Shell Raw Bar

Authentic Key West Fish House and Iconic Seafood Restaurant

One of the coolest places to eat and drink in Key West is the Half Shell Raw Bar, once a shrimp packing facility was established as a restaurant in 1972. An authentic Key West fish house and casual joint with picnic tables & waterside seating. You'll run into fishermen, locals and tourists hanging out, drinking, eating and telling fish tales of the day.

The location, it's near our resort and sits right on the Key West Bight Marina and serves up some of the best seafood, oysters, clams and peel 'n' eat shrimp on the island. Aww Shucks, it's one of our favorites one of the best raw bars in Key West!

"This is a must for us when we go to Key West. Love the food, adult beverages and service...you can't go wrong unless you hate seafood and fun. "~ Michael Magrino, Facebook Review

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Photo Credit: Half Shell Raw Bar Facebook Page

Did you know Half Shell Raw Bar is the cover art gracing “When I See This Bar,” Kenny Chesney’s second single off his album Life On A Rock? Learn more.

Half Shell Raw Bar

231 Margaret St

Key West, FL 33040

Hours: Mon thru Sat: 11:00am - 10:00pm | Sun: 12:00pm - 10:00pm

(305) 294-7496

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You don’t have to go far to find the best places to eat and drink in paradise. Have a favorite restaurant at the Key West Historic Seaport? Tell us about it and share your vacation memories with us. #lovethemarker

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