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

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Updated December 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!

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Red Shoe Island Bistro

5.0

5 (1279)

$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.

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Michael

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent dining experience. Would like to see more options for non-fish eaters.

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Seared Scallops GF

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Beef Stroganoff

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Shrimp Mango Toast

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White Street Pizza

5.0

5 (27)

$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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Robert

Dined 4 days ago

Best pizza we've had in some time. Had to go to Key West to get it. Highly recommend trying it out., it's that good.

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4.9

4.9 (2770)

$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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KellyM

Dined 5 days ago

A wonderful dining experience! Everything was amazing. The ease of making a reservation, the hospitable wait staff, the delicious food and the great atmosphere! We had the perfect night at Little Pearl.

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4.9

4.9 (251)

$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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TedVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing food, owners and staff. King Carb Tacos were next level awesome.

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Kokadama Plant Class

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Italian Food Company - Key Largo

4.9

4.9 (174)

$30 and under

Italian

Key Largo

About the restaurant

A slice of Italy in the Florida Keys! This approachable and genuine pizzeria/trattoria serves authentic Italian dishes in a warm and memorable atmosphere. Locals, families, couples, and groups flock to Italian Food Company for the food, service and attention to detail. Guests dine on imported, hand painted lava tables made by local artisans from the foothills of Mt. Etna, while overlooking our wine and beer garden. Hand painted murals depicting scenes from Sicily and the bay of Naples set the tone. Insta perfect picture spots come alive with a vintage Fiat 500 and the Italian Food Company Vino Van. If you have a love for all things Italy, you will come to adore this home away from home. Pizza Lovers beware - the Pizza is authentic Neapolitan, the real deal without the passport.

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Katy

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Everything was so great! 10/10 recommend the Italian Food Company to anyone that lives in the Keys or is visiting. The food was amazing & the service was great! Everything was so fresh and super tasty. We had the special bruschetta & meatballs to start. And finished with a pizza. You can honestly do no wrong and order anything off the menu and it’s going to be great. We finished with Tiramisu and cannolis. My favorite was the tiramisu!

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Rigatoni Bolognese

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Gnocchi Sorentina

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4.8

4.8 (2411)

$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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OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

Enjoyed the atmosphere. Relaxing. Jumbo Shrimp fantastic. Pasta in meat sauce tantalizing. Split salad okay. Entrees $30-$60. Ambiance makes it

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Crab Cake Salad

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French Onion Soup

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Milagro Restaurant and Bar

4.8

4.8 (1030)

$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.

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Calvin

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic! Sat at the bar and the bartenders was outstanding and recognized us from past years. The food and service ic beyond excellent! An absolute must!

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4.7

4.7 (2834)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Key West

About the restaurant

Conveniently located in the heart of old Key West, AZUR Restaurant is the locals' and visitors' favorite for creative, Mediterranean cuisine. Whether you choose our shaded terrace or the cool blue dining room, please join us for a hearty breakfast featuring a few new twists, an al fresco lunch by the waterfall, or an intimate dinner with offerings including old favorites and new creations. AZUR is within walking distance of most guest houses and hotels, and also has free parking. For a completely unique dining experience in Old Town, AZUR is a must on your list of innovative-chef restaurants in Key West.

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Victor

Dined 4 days ago

Great dinner, salads and light dinner. All plates were outstanding, specially coming from my vegetarian husband!

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Key Lime French Toast

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Confit Duck Leg

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4.7

4.7 (3030)

$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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GREGORY

Dined 3 days ago

The ambiance is very nice, the food is amazing, the drinks are excellent and the service is perfect as well. You can't go wrong here!

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Seafood Ceviche

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Thai Curry Yellowtail Snapper

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Strawberry Whipped Cream Pie

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Grand Cafe - Key West, FL

4.5

4.5 (779)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Key West

About the restaurant

Grand Cafe Key West in Key West, Florida has been the recipient of a Wine Spectator Award every year since 2006. The restaurant has become known for its expansive selection of vintages. Its entire list is 35 pages long and includes bottles from France, Hungry, Australia, Spain, Chile and more. The food at Grand Cafe Key West also deserves your attention. You can begin your meal with the bruschetta, jumbo lump crab, tomato bisque or the soup de jour. For your entree at Grand Cafe Key West, consider the blackened mahi mahi, capers and creamed potatoes, grilled yellowfin tuna or the pan seared sea scallops.

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Brett

Dined 6 days ago

Had a wonderful evening best meal we had in Key West

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Snapper Meuniere

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