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Cafe Sole - Key West, Key West, FL

Cafe Sole - Key West

4.8
4.8
3492 Reviews
$50 and over
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Seafood, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Nightly: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
    (305) 294-0230
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    John Correa
  • Neighborhood
    Key West
  • Cross street
    Frances St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,492 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Overall

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Food

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Service

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Ambiance

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Value

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Neighborhood gem

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Great for fine wines

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Overall

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Food

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Service

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Ambiance

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Value

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Neighborhood gem

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Sole in Key West delights with its "legendary hogfish" and "phenomenal mushroom soup." Known for intimate ambiance and attentive service, it's a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Don't miss the key lime pie with its "unbelievable marshmallow topping." A must-visit gem for gourmet dining in the Keys.

3,491 Reviews
  1. Rene

    Tampa

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    OMG! What a gem in Key West. Sole is a quaint neighborhood restaurant with amazing food. Be sure to make reservations.

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  2. john

    Key West

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Hogfish is a delight at Cafe Sole. Its delicate, buttery and oh so good. Too often food is repetitive from place to place but at this hidden gem you will not find replication. This place is magical in prparation

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  3. Ann

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I both ordered the hogfish. Other reviews suggested this dish, and it did not disappoint. Nor did the keylime pie. We were in Key West for a short week, and so glad that we had dinner at Cafe Sole. I would highly recommend.

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  4. Randy

    VIP

    Atlantic City

    25 reviews

    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We have been to cafe Sole numerous time over the years, with our last visit three years ago. Cafe Sole is a must for us when in Key West. This year we rented a home in Marathon and were only in Key West for one full day. We took family to Cafe Sole singing it’s praises from all of our past experiences. Even with all of the ceiling fans running, the restaurant seems very warm. In addition, we were getting bit up pretty good by “no see-ums”. The restaurant canvas roof/awning is in need of major repairs. I would certianly rethinking dining there if it was raining. We ordered a bottle of Sancerre and was really surprised at the temperature that it was served at. Even our waiter commented about how warm it was. While the Hogfish is the best around, I will say the portions have gotten much smaller than I remember. All of our appetizers and soups were very good and other entrees were also very good. Again, the food at Cafe Sole is very good and as our waiter commented numerous times; the Hogfish is the way to go. Unfortunately, for me, the ambiance I remember from past visits has started to fade. Until they can figure out a way to serve a white wine at the proper temperature, I would order red.

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  5. pat

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hogg fish was absolutely incredible The spicy skirt steak was very good and the Keylime pie was the best I’ve ever had

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  6. Polly

    Des Moines

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delightful evening! Kelsey was fabulous and very attentive as well as personable. The food was excellent and the portions were generous. A definite must if you have not been. Atmosphere is intimate and inviting.

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  7. Andrea

    VIP

    Key West

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always lovely and staff is fantastic, personable and professional. An island gem.

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  8. Phillip

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Restaurant was a little warm (80 degrees). Food was alright, but would have ordered differently next time. Baked artichoke was almost inedible, the vegetarian pasta needed more flavor with salt and pepper.

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  9. Amy

    Key West

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food!! The Hog Snapper is amazing!! Service is fabulous and servers are so sweet!!!

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  10. Don

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a five star restaurant. Food, service, atmosphere, all exceptional. It was so good, we dined here 4 times during our 7 day trip. Try the fire roasted artichoke with breadcrumbs, just note that the plate will burn the hand. The vegetarian stuffed pepper is delicious as well. Oh and literally the best key lime pie we’ve ever had. So good that my non dessert eating wife ordered it for herself. That is a first in 25 years. Do yourselves a favor, make a reservation and try this place.

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FAQs

Cafe Sole - Key West offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 294-0230.

Cafe Sole - Key West is rated 4.8 stars by 3492 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 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cafe Sole - Key West

1029 Southard St., Key West, FL 33040

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Frances St.
  • Neighborhood
    Key West
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Nightly: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Seafood, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John Correa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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