The bar staff are wonderful And friendly. We always eat at the bar to chat. The food is top notch yummy. The ambiance is good usually very busy but reservations not necessary in March. We walk in and have always been able to get a seat. read more

Abbondanza Italian Restaurant - Lobster on top of angel hair ! My most favorite meal there but everything is really good. - Italian Near Me - Key West, Florida

I went here because I was by myself and it was walking distance from my hotel. I ate at the bar. Bartender was nice & efficient . Food on the menu all looked good. I had three beers. With tip, it was a little north of $50. read more

Abbondanza Italian Restaurant - I thought everything was good quality. - Italian Near Me - Key West, Florida

If you are in the mood for some delicious Italian food while in Key West check out Abbonodanza! We were staying in this area & walked by- very deceiving from The outside since it looked very small & empty. The crowd seemed to be a mix of tourists and locals. Wait staff was very accommodating & friendly. Server coco was outstanding. We had the manicotti & chicken parmigiana. Very generous portions and house salad & homemade soup of the day-chicken noodle were delicious. Plus yummy fresh bread! Highly recommend!! read more

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Wonderful staff, delicious food, classic, old-school interior, perfect evening. Amazing gulf shrimp! We will be back.

Our food was presented well, and tasted even better. The service was mediocre and the ambiance reminded us of an old traditional Italian restaurant. We do recommend! read more

Abbondanza Italian Restaurant - Shrimp w/ pesto - Italian Near Me - Key West, Florida

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Been coming here for years and it's still to this day, the best Italian in key west. The service is always consistent and friendly. The atmosphere is cozy and dark which is perfect for a date night or even a relaxing night with family and friends. The portions of food are always generous and I can't say the same for other Italian restaurants in KW. Definitely a must try while in town! read more

Abbondanza Italian Restaurant - Chicken Piccata - Italian Near Me - Key West, Florida

Nice Italian restaurant at the quieter side of Old Town in Key West. Good food and services. We came in for dinner based on theirs good reviews one night during our trip and we were not disappointed! The Hugo cocktail is really refreshing especially in hot weather, I can sip it all day :D We tried the perfectly Roasted Brussels Sprouts special appetizer of the day, and Fried Calamari. Hubby opted for the special-Shrimp Fra Diacvolo, and I had the Linguine Pescatore. Big portion on all dishes and both pasta were tasty but just a bit too saucey to our liking. read more

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Italian food at it's finest! I had the vegetable penne dish while all of the others had variations of seafood/Italian style and all of them were good. Teressa our waitress was extremely nice and very helpful in answering any questions. It was very quick service. The atmosphere was simple but elegant. It's fairly bigger than it appears from the outside. That would be the only thing is that there is no outdoor seating but don't let that deter you. GO! read more

Beautiful atmosphere. Nicely decorated. Bathrooms definitely not up to the beautiful restaurant area. Pesto with shrimp couldn't eat. Way too strong. My husband said his meal lacked flavor. Would not go back to this restaurant. read more

Loved the shrimp scampi and I'm a hard one to impress. The atmosphere is really cozy! Great place for the summer when you would like an air conditioned space to eat! read more

Love this quaint inconspicuous place full of personality, incredible service and incredible grub.I ordered the calamari and for dinner, the Veal Parmigiana. My buddy Bob (spelled backwards) had the chicken Parmigiana. Love this place and although parking is challenging. I will certainly come back time and time again when in Key West. I wanted to mention CoCo and Milagros and I think Carlos for great service, entertainment and smiles.... read more

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Good choice but not great. Sorry, I love Italian food and know how to rate it. Focaccia bread is not legit Italian bread! But house salad was large, fresh and crunchy - and seafood over linguine in red sauce - very good! The sauce was spicier than expected, the lobster was tough (I had to push the knife to cut it) but the shrimp were outstanding. Large portion. I think it's ridiculous to charge $13.75 for a glass of Chianti - no thanks. Good wait staff. Free parking across the street. I'd go back and try the chicken special! read more

It's been a favorite spot on our annual stay in key west for the last 13 years but this year was big disappointment. Many items on the menu were unavailable Chicken and Fish, I would have left but the orders for other entrees were already started. What they did have was over salted. It was an expensive mistake I won't soon make again. read more

10/10 experience from start to finish. My wife and I came here during our honeymoon, and this meal turned into one of the highlights of our entire trip. We ordered a lobster dish and a shrimp entrée (I wish I remembered the exact names because wow--they were both phenomenal). The flavors were rich, fresh, and absolutely memorable. And then came the garlic toast... Our amazing server told us it was the best on the island, and she was not lying. Perfectly crispy, buttery, and loaded with flavor--easily a 10/10 on its own. Beyond the incredible food, the atmosphere was so romantic, making it a perfect place for a honeymoon dinner. Our server went above and beyond--not just with her attentiveness, but with her genuine warmth. She asked about our trip, and when we told her we were celebrating our honeymoon, she shared in our excitement with such heartfelt joy. To top it off, she surprised us with a tiramisu dessert to celebrate--and that thoughtful gesture meant the world to us. This was more than just dinner--it was a special memory we'll never forget. Amazing food, incredible service, and a truly beautiful experience. Highly recommend. read more

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What a terrific early dinner! My wife and I had the Seafood Scampi with two spiny lobster tails and Linguine Pescatore with clams, lobster tail, clams and fish! These meals are to die for...I mean they both were great and filling. To top it off with Mojitos. The server was outstanding and July is typically the slow season but worth our time as we were able to enjoy our meal in a nice setting. The next time you are in Key West or have time to visit, stop by for an enjoyable meal with soft music. read more

Abbondanza Italian Restaurant - Lobster Capellini. - Italian Near Me - Key West, Florida

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Don't sleep on this spot! It was sooo good! Everything was on point. We had the calamari, house salad, and chicken piccata. The bread with the oils is also my fav! I think Italian spots should always have oil with bread. It sets the tone for the rest of the meal. I would absolutely come back! read more

The best food ever... REALLY !!!! Our server Kia was very informative, patient, pleasant and cute.. The Chef!!!! The Chef !!! Richard the chef food was seasoned to perfection absolutely amazing. Also we had chocolate martinis. The food came out in a shot time. This place was cozy and full of great energy. I will come back here every time I'm in key west. Love Love Love! read more

Lovely ambiance and great service! Food looked beautiful and well cooked. Flavor slightly lacking but we enjoyed our experience.

A cozy italian resaturant just away from the more hectic side of Duval street. My husband and I really enjoyed our food here and the servers couldn't have been nicer. Would recomend to anyone who wants a delicious meal in Key West. read more

Abbondanza is a satisfying Italian restaurant I would describe as upscale at least in casual Key West. It is relatively expensive and offers the usual favorites. I had the eggplant Parmesan and found the sauce to be rich and the eggplant was not too cooked well. Staff were great and welcoming. read more

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During a week long visit to Key West we walked by Abbondanza a dozen times on our way to restaurants that had been recommended as ''must do" eateries. On our last night in town we were hungry and exhausted and finally found our way to this beautiful gem of a restaurant. To start with, the atmosphere and decor is warm and welcoming and the service staff is wonderful. We had the chicken picatta and traditional spaghetti with homemade meatballs. Delicious!!!! This felt like a local secret even though it's not in any way hidden. Our server was excellent and our food arrived promptly. Some recommendations: the Old Fashioned I had was as good as any I've ever had. There's a little extra orange twist to it that seems appropriate for Key West. The piccata was outstanding and the meatballs were out of this world. Finally... after a week we discovered their key lime pie to be the best of the half dozen we'd tried. This is definitely not a touristy spot. We felt like locals when we dined at Abbondanza. The portions were ample and the prices were very reasonable by Key West standards. We will absolutely go to this treasure again when we return to town! read more

Highly recommend. We eat here every time in key west. It's reasonable for a nice restaurant. The lasagna was excellent, as was the chicken Parmesan. We went back another night and the spaghetti calabrese was chefs kiss. Server brought extra sauce and it took it to next level. They serve bread with oil and balsamic that's really good too. Drinks have always been excellent as well. read more

Went to the Abbondanza Italian Restaurant with a party of four. The service and wait staff were exceptionally. They were timely, involved, and friendly. across the all four of us, the food was delicious. The chicken and veal parmigiana were moist, flavorful, and the serving size was efficient. The Shrimp Scampi was fresh and delightful with a delicate sauce. This is the best kept Italian secret on Key West!! read more

Friendly staff, even laughed at my husband's jokes. We split a delicious lasagna that had beef and pork. Red sauce was tasty and seasoned well. And the Key Lime pie had a slim, dark CHOCOLATE layer between the crust and the Key Lime. Awesome! read more

Abbondanza Italian Restaurant - Lasagna with beef and pork - Italian Near Me - Key West, Florida

A perfect spot for an intimate date night. Amazing service with such friendly and polite staff, very attentive. The pasta has that home cooked flavor. We've had better but still tasty. The calamari was slightly rubbery. We left full and happy. read more

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The atmosphere was great. The wine was on par and reasonable. Mixed drinks were weak. The appetizer which was fried mozzarella came out cold. Had to send back and it came back hot but the taste - I've had better. I had Alfredo with added chicken. It was just ok. Hubs had chicken Marsala and he said it was not good at all. He wound up eating a good bit of mine. Won't be going back The food presented well but taste was not up to standard. read more

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Food, service, and ambience were all excellent. We had the Chicken Marsala and Linguine "Pescatore", and they were amazing!

Absolutely a hidden Gem. Food was absolutely delicious! Romantic with that Italiano background music!! Our server, Danielle, was very upbeat and personal. She was very engaging and provided great service!! read more

The food was amazing. Service was attentive and we loved the cozy atmosphere. I highly recommend this restaurant for great Italian cuisine!

drinks were weak, lasagna was not fully heated, menu did not say that some pasta entrees were spicy but they were spicy. maybe the portions were too large to justify the high price. My group goes to dinner every Friday night. The next time this place is chosen I'll not go. service was merely ok. read more

This is a traditional "red sauce" Italian restaurant. It's a busy place since it's one of the more affordable dinners in Key West. The service is always friendly and good and the food is very good. I have eaten here many times over the years and some of my favorites are the lasagna, chicken parmigiana, and the spaghetti and meatballs. They also have a good fresh catch fish special that they prepare in a piccata or puttanesca style. I also like that you can get veggies instead of pasta with entrees like the chicken parmigiana. The veggies are always well prepared and crisp tender and usually include potatoes, broccoli, carrots and cauliflower. Over the years the portion sizes have gotten smaller in spite of price increases. The chicken parmigiana used to almost cover the plate. Now it is abut 1/3 of the plate. Still, it's plenty of food for a good dinner and they have kept the prices reasonable for Key West. They also have a full bar. Overall, this is a good spot for dinner. read more

My husband and I have not ventured out of our comfort zone with our favorite restaurants in Key West. Thanks to the Womens Club Restaurant card we went to Abbondanza and absolutely loved the food. The atmosphere, food, service and excellent service made our night special. Thank you Danielle and CoCo for making our dining experience special. Abbondanza is delicious and not to be missed!! read more

Abbondanza Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Key West, Florida

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This Italian restaurant was within walking distance of our hotel so we decided to give it a try and we're so glad we did! The outside was deceiving because it was quite roomy when you got inside and there were several separate rooms to dine in. The service was top notch and attentive without hovering. Everything we tried was amazing- from the cheese garlic bread to the cannolis and Tiramisu. The pasta was fresh and cooked to perfection. Shrimp and chicken both excellent. Portion size was perfect- no leftovers! read more

Awesome restaurant with a lovely, helpful staff. Caprese Salad was fresh and great to split with a partner and very fresh basil. Fish of the day Puttanesca-style with Angel Hair pasta was perfectly cooked and very fresh tomato's, garlic, basil and olives. Lasagna was a large portion and well cooked with fine herbs and layered cheeses. Bread was fresh and flavorful. To top it off we enjoyed a robust Key Lime pie with a flaky crust and a thin layer of chocolate baked in the crust. Only negative? Fresh grated parm would befit this meal... instead of dried from a shaker. Good wine list. Highly recommend in a homey kind of ambiance, like dining in the chef's home. read more

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There are good Italian restaurants and great ones... Abbandonza is a great one. Nice selections across the board. The catch of the day... Grouper was offered in a couple different ways. MILAGROS was a wonderful server... very attentive and she made fine suggestions... new her wines well. We'll be back! read more

Food is well prepared. We especially like the chicken piccata which is plated with broccoli and small potatoes. We ordered an appetizer of little neck clams in a wine sauce. The sauce was delicious but there were only 8 tiny clams for $19.95 which was a ripoff! read more

Delicious Italian food and they had gluten free pasta for me. Yummy. My husband enjoyed the warm, fresh baked bread. I had the gluten free fettuccine Alfredo Al Fungi and my husband had the linguine pescatore fra diavlo Mussels to start. Even the chocolate mousse we shared for dessert was delicious and gluten free. So good. Everything was so delicious. The restaurant was quiet and romantic and staff was very attentive. read more

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With all the choices I had in Key West I decided to support Abbondanza. I was rewarded with a very average meal of Chicken Parmigiana. The real kicker was that I ordered the meal to go and was charged an additional $3.75 for the "To go package" Are you kidding me??? I spent $26.95 for a bland meal, and they showed their appreciation for my support with a to-go package charge. Never again. You should all know how about this one. There are far too many choices to settle for this kind of rip off. read more

Decided to eat here because it was so close to where we were staying. It was awful. I don't think I've ever had a worse dining experience. We had to wait for absolutely everything. Twenty minutes for waters, 45 minutes for eggplant parm and chicken Marsala. My husband ended up going to the bar to get a glass of wine because the one we ordered from the waitress never came. Just a bad experience all around. Spend your money somewhere else. read more

Everything about this place is the best! The service was top notch, the food was excellent and the ambiance was exceptional