Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Key West / Florida Keys

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Updated October 05, 2026

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Milagro Restaurant and Bar

4.9

4.9 (1105)

$31 to $50

American

Key West

About the restaurant

Located right on world-famous Duval Street, Milagro Restaurant and Bar is a true culinary gem. Run by 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 communityIn 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.

Happy Hour available from 5:00pm-6:30pm (Except Holidays)

Top review

Joyce

Dined on Oct 16, 2026

We love Milagro, our services perfect, and the food was extremely good

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Experience

Mouthwatering Prime Rib !! Friday & Saturday

Red Shoe Island Bistro

4.9

4.9 (2179)

$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. We offer a 6 pm and an 8 pm seating.
24 Hour Cancellation window.
For the consideration of our guests, we do not accept parties over the size of six (6), without the permission for the owners.
20% gratuity added to parties of six (6) or more.
BEER AND WINE AVAILABLE ONLY.
No Children's menu available.

Top review

Kerri

Dined 4 days ago

Food is unique and delicious. We had the hogfish special which was done on a cauliflower puree and topped off with mango salsa. Lavender cheesecake was amazing! We sat near the kitchen which was a bit loud and chaotic. The other side by the bar is much better. Service was great and was very busy for a Monday night. Highly recommend!

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Santiago's Bodega Key West

4.9

4.9 (2939)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Key West

About the restaurant

Since 2003, Santiago's Bodega Key West in Bahama Village has been serving globally inspired small plates in a vibrant, inviting atmosphere. We offer indoor and outdoor seating. For parties of 6 or more, please call the restaurant to reserve. We are a neighborhood gem. Reservations are highly recommended.

Open daily from 11:00am-10:00pm. We offer Happy Hour seven days a week from 3:00pm-6:00pm featuring half-priced sangria, wine by the glass, draft beer, and select $7 tapa specials. We look forward to welcoming you!

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John

Dined 3 days ago

Always an AMAZING experience. Everything was PERFECT.

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4.9

4.9 (3231)

$50 and over

Seafood

Key West

About the restaurant

We are open seven nights a week with three seating times: 5 PM, 7 PM, and 9 PM.

Offering Chef’s Tasting Menu only. Follow our website, Facebook, or IG for the most current menu offerings... or just give us a call!

Please contact the restaurant with all dietary restrictions 24 hours before your reservation so that we can accommodate them. We look 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 of 5 or more.

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Melissa

Dined 2 days ago

We LOVE the little pearl. We come here each year for our anniversary - this was our 5th year and it was the best yet. It gets better and better each year!! The food, AMAZING- the service is the best too! The whole experience is top notch. We’ll keep coming back!! It’s my favorite meal of the whole year ❤️

Seven Fish

4.8

4.8 (3506)

$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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BruceGold

Dined 1 day ago

All four of us had a great meal and fantastic drinks Erik at the bar there’s a wonderful job

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Popular dish

Thai Curry Yellowtail Snapper

4.9

4.9 (3969)

$50 and over

French

Key West

About the restaurant

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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NanciGold

Dined 5 days ago

Cafe Sole, the best! Wonderful staff, Martin and Patricia and many others. We love the atmosphere and we have a very nice walk to the restaurant from house. We winter in Key West! Of course, the local fresh fish is great!

The Flaming Buoy

4.9

4.9 (232)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Key West

About the restaurant

An "only in Key West" restaurant, The Flaming Buoy Filet Co. is one part retro supper club, one part sassy corner bistro, and one part highly personal whim. Fred Isch, grew up in every geographic segment of the country with a mother who loved cooking and collecting recipes. His husband, Scot Forste, grew up on the farm where his mother, bored of city life, spontaneously relocated to get back to the land, breed horses, and grow fresh, healthy food. Every recipe on the Flaming Buoy menu is an interpretation of something Fred or Scot ate at their respective family tables. Local additions, like seafood, tropical fruits, and Cuban flavors reinterpret the nostalgia, and the result grabbed the attention of the New York Times.
– Margit Bizstray, The Complete Key West Insider Guide

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Kevin

Dined 1 day ago

Everything was delicious. And the Star Wars bathroom was a nice touch!

A&B Lobster House

4.8

4.8 (5503)

$50 and over

Seafood

Key West

About the restaurant

Enjoy the freshest seafood on the island delivered daily. As our name implies, we specialize in lobster, both from Maine and Florida, prepared with a delicate fusion of the classic and contemporary styles of our talented chefs. We are also renowned for our steaks, Certified Prime Angus Beef and Wagyu Beef.

Dine outside on the wrap-around balcony or inside our timeless dining room, while our knowledgeable and attentive staff anticipates your every need and helps to make your experience unforgettable.

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AndrewGold

Dined 2 days ago

Service was outstanding. Food was great and we had an excellent evening on the balcony!

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4.7

4.7 (2894)

$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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Chuck

Dined 1 day ago

Fantastic time as always. Drinks at the bar and then dinner and the show. Always a great time meeting people

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