The chicken picatta was a hefty chicken breast. Delicious! The Italian sausage was the best ever! We also had the fried cheese which was homemade and the sauce served with it was delicious. Service and atmosphere was top notch. I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

The ambience was my favorite part of Abbondanza! I like the coziness of the couches with pillows & the twinkling candles throughout the restaurant. But to be honest, it's not somewhere I'd return. The food was just ok, nothing spectacular, but the prices were $$$. No housemade pastas, which always level up an Italian restaurant for me! I found several dishes under seasoned. I whispered to our server that it was my mother-in-law's birthday celebration & she charged us for the dessert they brought out. Our bill was several hundred dollars, so this was gauche in my humble opinion. If we again find ourselves craving Italian while in Key West, I'd opt for somewhere else. read more

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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Maybe my favorite Italian in Key West. Haven't ever had a bad meal there. Always surprised at how different the interior is compared to the outside. But it's beautiful inside and the food is delicious read more

If I could rate this restaurant higher I would! What a quaint italian restaurant! We were vacationing in Key West and it was our anniversary and we wanted something more quiet than the typical bars and restaurants found in KW. The food at Abbondanza was so so good! We got the veal parmigiana and the chicken marsala for our main meal and the Caprese salad as an appetizer.We shared each other's meals because they were so good! The decor of the restaurant is perfect! They have these quaint little pillow couches for some of the tables which is so inviting especially if you have larger group. The staff and manager couldn't do enough for us! This is a must if you are visiting Key West! read more

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

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All five of us had delicious meals and ate until we couldn't eat any more! Our server Danielle was wonderful and helped us pick out each of our meals! Can't wait to go back! read more

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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

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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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

Had dinner there with my wife. Restaurant is nice and the wait staff was solid. The Caesar salad was excellent. Unfortunately the same can't be said for our entrees. The veal parm was one of the worst we've ever had. The piece of veal itself was tender and fine. The breading was pure panko - and under seasoned to boot. Super bland. Their marinara was also very disappointing. Very chunky and bitter. No liquid sauce to speak of. We are huge Italian food fans and had high hopes but likely will not be back. read more

Great service, and a cute place. Not your typical Italian like we're used to back home but was still pretty good.

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

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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Finding a good Italian restaurant in Key West was not on my list of things to do however if you are craving amazing Italian food, Abbondanza is definitely the place to go. The restaurant itself inside has a nice vibe and the staff was super friendly and attentive . Their bruschetta is delicious!! I had spaghetti & homemade meatballs and it was flavorful and plenty of food. Would definitely recommend!! Thank you ! read more

Relaxing atmosphere with great service and awesome food. Visited twice during my trip.

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

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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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

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

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

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

Holy Rooster, this place is a find ....a great find. Amazing service, tasty and well prepared foods at a reasonable price. The ambiance could not be better. Off the beaten path and near the south shore. This place was an amazing find....the salad was perfect. The staff is warm and engaging,....bravo read more

My wife and I are both Italian and we recognize authentic Italian food. What a pleasant surprise Abbondanza Italian Restaurant was on Simonton Ave in Key West. Our waitress was Candace. She was friendly, and very sweet. She received a nice tip. The food was excellent, chicken parmesan for me, and angel hair pasta with tomatoes for my wife. Both meals were fantastic. I don't usually write reviews, but I was so impressed that we will have dinner at Abbondanza next time in Key West. HIGHLY RECOMMEND read more

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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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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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

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

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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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

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

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

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

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

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

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