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Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Florida Keys - Monroe County

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots 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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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 (2427)

$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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PamelaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent staff John was amazing Cocktails delightful Seafood superb Ambience is marvelous

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Crab Cake Salad

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French Onion Soup

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Italian Food Company - Islamorada

4.8

4.8 (280)

$30 and under

Italian

Islamorada

About the restaurant

Mangia in Islamorada! Co-owners Tony and Isis Wright have transformed the beloved and iconic building, previously home to Bentleys, into a slice of Italy in the Florida Keys. This approachable and genuine trattoria serves 5 star 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 various murals depicting scenes from Venice, Sicily and the Amalfi Coast. If you have a love for all things Italy, you will come to adore this home away from home - and it comes with the fun, fanfare, chefs and servers - imported from Italy with love.

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Lauren

Dined 1 day ago

The food and service were fantastic! I felt like I was at a little cafe in Italy! The staff all seem to be from Italy and they are all so friendly and attentive! The chicken parm was one of the best I ever tasted and the pizza was superb! Only wish I lived closer so I could eat here regularly

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Chicken Parmigiana

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Florida Keys Steak & Lobster House

4.6

4.6 (3047)

$30 and under

Seafood

Marathon

About the restaurant

A Locals' Favorite, we have all Certified Angus Beef and fresh seafood brought in daily. In fitting with the culture of the Florida Keys, our atmosphere offers a comfortable casual yet fine dining experiance.

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Jocelyn

Dined 1 day ago

We love coming to this place for all occasions! Today we had Nicole and Sid at the bar. Can’t express how wonderful they are and the rest of the crew. We will continue to be patrons and be there again in a few days! Merry Christmas.

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Homemade Key Lime Pie

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Lobster Po' Boy

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Alonzo's Oyster Bar

4.5

4.5 (659)

$30 and under

Seafood

Key West

About the restaurant

Long before there was a boardwalk, friends Alonzo Cothron & Berlin Felton’s original establishment was a fish house. Boats would pull up right outside and throw the fish straight in!
We’ve changed a little since then, but the most important thing remains the same - guests can still kick back and experience the freshest, locally caught seafood in one hand, a cold beverage in the other, soak in the view, and watch the world go by.

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tyler

Dined 1 day ago

Great happy hour and awesome service! We always love coming here.

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Mangoes Restaurant and Catering - Key West, FL

4.4

4.4 (548)

$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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Robert

Dined 2 days ago

The food was great, and our server, Elio, was very friendly and attentive.

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Lobster Salad Roll

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Four Marlins - The Reach Key West

4.4

4.4 (836)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Key West

About the restaurant

Four Marlins Oceanfront Dining is a contemporary expression of tropical fishing lodges from the 1930’s. We celebrate casual indulgence, fresh-caught fish, locally sourced ingredients, an impressive wine list and thoughtfully crafted cocktails.

Under the culinary expertise of our Executive Chef, whose passion and talent inspire excellence from the back of house to your bartenders and servers, Four Marlins is an award-winning player in Key West’s diverse and vibrant culinary scene.

Enjoy an intimate Tide to Table dining experience on our private, natural sand beach. Our 6 Course Chef's Tasting Menu begins with a glass of sparkling Prosecco and features a variety of local flavors. Sommelier recommended wine pairings also available. Advanced reservations required, limited seating. PLEASE CALL 305.293.6250 for more information or to make a reservation

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KevinM

Dined 1 day ago

We had a great experience at the restaurant and our server was very attentive. The view from our table was spectacular!

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Atlantic's Edge

4.1

4.1 (865)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Islamorada

About the restaurant

Enjoy a meal with a view at Atlantic’s Edge, our flagship Islamorada seafood restaurant that highlights the cuisine of the Keys. Offering indoor or outdoor dining with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, our Islamorada restaurant is a culinary destination in and of itself.

Atlantic’s Edge is a culinary journey through the Caribbean and Atlantic Ocean islands infused with local, fresh ingredients native to the Florida Keys. This chef driven restaurant is a modern take on island inspired cuisine that celebrates flavors, cultural influences and native cooking styles of islands from Islamorada to Cuba, Bahamas to Turks & Caicos.

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yara

Dined 2 days ago

Love love love !!!! Went two nights in a row. Service excellent. Beautiful restaurant, great live music! Well managed.

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Cheeca's Famous Key Lime Pie

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Viva Argentinean Steakhouse

4.1

4.1 (485)

$31 to $50

Argentinean

Key West

About the restaurant

Welcome to Viva Argentinian Steakhouse. One of the most unique and exciting venues in Key West. We count with the largest patio with live music, offering lunch, happy hour & dinner. The only outdoor tiki bar on Duval St. and a hidden Speakeasy bar 'Follow the Rabbit' inside. Premium Argentine grass-fed steaks, seafood and a beautiful variety of authentic Argentine flavors. Locally owned & operated.

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Greg

Dined on Dec 15, 2024

Amazing staff, great drinks. The Viva Mojito is a must. Great Argintine beer. Empanadas were fantastic. Meals were cooked perfectly.

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Seafood Risotto

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Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill

3.6

3.6 (105)

$30 and under

American

Key Largo

About the restaurant

Escape to Key Largo's waterfront gem! Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill offers unforgettable dining with ocean views and nightly entertainment. Experience culinary excellence and book your table now for a fantastic evening in paradise!

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Chrissy

Dined 3 days ago

Loved it all! Music at night was perfect! Food was excellent!

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