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The peel and eat shrimp is never a disappointment and the food is great, however their happy hour has changed quite a bit. We come here every time we visit. This place used to have one of the best happy hours in Key West with so many options and now very minimal. There is a bar inside and outside with plenty of seating for large or small groups. This time we sat at a booth inside and the server never came so we decided to move to the bar, which had better service.
3.5 stars. Super hot in Key West and went looking for a cool place to have lunch. Alonzo's is in the historic seaport district - lovely location. Although not air conditioned (open air) the fans were going and it was comfortable. I started with their coconut pineapple mojito - it was ok but I really couldn't taste any rum at all. My coconut shrimp (small bite appetizer) and the chili sauce were delicious! Hubs enjoyed his ahi tuna bowl - very fresh. Our waitress was attentive and helpful.
This was our first trip to Key West, Florida. We were in search of seafood for lunch, especially fresh oysters on the half shell. We were not disappointed. Absolutely the best I've ever had! My wife, not an oyster fan settled for the coconut shrimp - she gave me one to sample- wow, it was So good. The service was outstanding! Our waitress and another employee were friendly, made good suggestions and engaged in conversations with us. They made us feel like regulars. The restaurant was clean open and comfortable. We enjoyed everything about Alonzo's!
Came here for the first time recommended by the Marriott hotel and was told they were closing early due to repairs. Very unprofessional to close 41 minutes early and your website says you close at 10pm. Needless to say I came with my family from California to try this and this was a very poor experience.
Since my first time 2008, Alonzo's is my favorite restaurant on the waterfront docks. Their happy hour is the best deal. my poke bowl was fresh and delicious! I'll be back again.
Alonzo's Oyster Bar will always hold a special place in my heart. I first came here about two years ago on one of my very first dates with the love of my life, and the experience was unforgettable. Since then, I've returned again and again--and every single visit has been just as phenomenal. The food is always fresh and delicious, the atmosphere is exactly what you hope for in Key West, and the service has never been anything short of exceptional. Most recently, I brought my entire family visiting from Wisconsin, and they were blown away. From start to finish, the dinner was incredible, and our waitress went above and beyond to make the evening feel special. Alonzo's has become not just a restaurant for me, but a tradition--one that I look forward to sharing with loved ones every time I'm in Key West. If you want amazing seafood, warm hospitality, and a memorable dining experience, this is the place.
Excellent spot for happy hour while out-n-about shopping in the downtown area. They have a gorgeous view of the docks, multimillion $$$ Yachts, and there is a Tarpon feeding area as well. FYI - feeding time is at 4pm. We were greeted and promptly seated. Our server, Sabina, was very friendly and efficient. She kept our drinks topped off and was overall very attentive. We ordered three appetizers off the happy hour menu. We decided on the conch fritters ($9), the shrimp tacos ($9), and the warm crab and shrimp dip with chips ($11). Our food was out in 15 minutes, and most everything was freshly made. Conch fritters had great flavor but they were a little gummy and chewy for our taste. The dipping sauce was on the spicy side so that's something to be on the lookout for. The warm crab and shrimp dip was very good but also had a little spiciness to it, the chips were good but not freshly made or kept in a warmer before delivery; however, you do receive a lot of them. The shrimp tacos were our favorite if I were to do this all over again, I would have just ordered three sets of shrimp tacos, they were delicious. The restaurant has a modern nautical theme without being to overly nautical. We loved the view from the dock area and outside seating section near the back of the restaurant. The biggest issue I noticed while I was here was the restroom was not being attended to. There was a lot of water on the floor and areas where someone could slip there was also a full roll of toilet paper just laying on the floor in the stall. We were here for a while taking a break from the heat so I made two stops to the restroom during our visit and on both stops I noticed nothing had been cleaned or mopped up. All-in-all, it's a great spot for lunch or dinner, they fair pricing, an amazing view, friendly staff, ice cold beer and water.
This was great restaurant. The atmosphere on the water overlooking the marina was great. We ordered a variety of food from stone crab, salads, tuna nachos, blackened grouper and seafood pasta. All was excellent and we really enjoyed the fresh meal. Not all restaurants have fresh seafood from the boats but Alonzo's has contracts with some of the boats for fresh catches of the day. Our waitress was a native and her service was awesome. Great choice for a family meal or to just enjoy the people and marina. Thanks for a great experience.
Wow. Cool place Right on the water We came here for happy hour around 4 pm Just in time for the tarpon feeding.! She said she feeds some little bits of Maui fish. Yum! We had the conch fritters.. My first time having them They were okay but not my favorite. Then we had the warm shrimp and crab dip With tortilla chips $11 so good! And you get a lot of it. We also had the bang bang shrimp tacos for $9 to get two of them. So good. And now we're stuffed so perfect amount of food. Friendly staff great atmosphere open air feel. Portions are great.
We had a good time at Alonzo's ... just into Key West, walking the Key West Bight harbor area, watched the tarpon feeding out front, and viola, it's happy hour! Cocktails good, oysters good, mussels a bit spicy but good. Staff friendly and great! Fun place to stop for a cocktail, time it for the 4:00pm tarpon feeding! Recommend Alonzo's!
What brought us in first was the perfect breeze blowing through their outdoor seating area! It was by far one of the best spots we ate outdoors at. The views are great and that breeze is sheer bliss on a hot summer day. We had the oysters and pretzels as nice little snacks and both hit the spot big time. Our server was attentive and very friendly. Definitely worth a stop.
Lots of good things about this place. It's located within the Key West Historic Seaport near many other restaurants, bars and things to do. They have a lot of outdoor seating with views of the water. The interior and restrooms were both clean and not terribly outdated. We didn't have to wait for a table, got seated outside right away on a Saturday evening during Memorial Day weekend. Our waitress was very attentive & quick. Lobster roll & mahi ruben were both delicious and the fries are truly something special. We also had the shrimp and lobster dip which was pretty good but nothing to write home about and I could say the same about the conch fritters. Overall a good experience, I would recommend & might be back next time we're in town.
I stopped in at Alonzo's Oyster Bar for happy hour. I got a table facing the marina. Great views but preferred the atmosphere at the conch republic sea food company next door. That aside, the prices for happy hour are unbeatable and the items on the happy hour menu are numerous. I stayed out with oysters, followed by conch fritters, and then ended with peel and eat local shrimp. The shrimp were steamed in a beer sauce which was a little on the salty side. Service was quick but not rushed and the waitress was very nice.
4 hours ago
Wouldn't come back. Average food, bad drinks. That sums it all. The bartender had no idea how to make any proper drinks (and it's Key West?!). We ordered 2 different cocktails, and they were undrinkable. Really bad... The food was very average, nothing to say "wow" about. If you want a regular bar seafood - that's what you'll get + pricey for what they bring. The vibe it's just off, most of the Key West restaurants have very inviting atmosphere, but this one lacks a lot of it. The hostess and waitress were very young and probably pretty new, average service as well. Overall there are tons of much better options in Key West. Skip this one. Thank me later. read more
5 months ago
Alonzo's is the best happy hour in Key West. Their half off small plates is legendary! Steamed shrimp, conch fritters, and fish bites are must haves. The happy hour also includes half off drafts, wine, and wells from 4-6. This is an amazing place, right on the water. Their bar is a great place to unwind and enjoy some quality food before heading out for an adventure in key west. The service is great, and the music and vibe is very relaxing. My must stop every time. read more
The peel and eat shrimp is never a disappointment and the food is great, however their happy hour has changed quite a bit. We come here every time we visit. This place used to have one of the best happy hours in Key West with so many options and now very minimal. There is a bar inside and outside with plenty of seating for large or small groups. This time we sat at a booth inside and the server never came so we decided to move to the bar, which had better service. read more
3.5 stars. Super hot in Key West and went looking for a cool place to have lunch. Alonzo's is in the historic seaport district - lovely location. Although not air conditioned (open air) the fans were going and it was comfortable. I started with their coconut pineapple mojito - it was ok but I really couldn't taste any rum at all. My coconut shrimp (small bite appetizer) and the chili sauce were delicious! Hubs enjoyed his ahi tuna bowl - very fresh. Our waitress was attentive and helpful. read more
This was our first trip to Key West, Florida. We were in search of seafood for lunch, especially fresh oysters on the half shell. We were not disappointed. Absolutely the best I've ever had! My wife, not an oyster fan settled for the coconut shrimp - she gave me one to sample- wow, it was So good. The service was outstanding! Our waitress and another employee were friendly, made good suggestions and engaged in conversations with us. They made us feel like regulars. The restaurant was clean open and comfortable. We enjoyed everything about Alonzo's! read more
2 months ago
Came here for the first time recommended by the Marriott hotel and was told they were closing early due to repairs. Very unprofessional to close 41 minutes early and your website says you close at 10pm. Needless to say I came with my family from California to try this and this was a very poor experience. read more
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7 months ago
Since my first time 2008, Alonzo's is my favorite restaurant on the waterfront docks. Their happy hour is the best deal. my poke bowl was fresh and delicious! I'll be back again. read more
Alonzo's Oyster Bar will always hold a special place in my heart. I first came here about two years ago on one of my very first dates with the love of my life, and the experience was unforgettable. Since then, I've returned again and again--and every single visit has been just as phenomenal. The food is always fresh and delicious, the atmosphere is exactly what you hope for in Key West, and the service has never been anything short of exceptional. Most recently, I brought my entire family visiting from Wisconsin, and they were blown away. From start to finish, the dinner was incredible, and our waitress went above and beyond to make the evening feel special. Alonzo's has become not just a restaurant for me, but a tradition--one that I look forward to sharing with loved ones every time I'm in Key West. If you want amazing seafood, warm hospitality, and a memorable dining experience, this is the place. read more
Excellent spot for happy hour while out-n-about shopping in the downtown area. They have a gorgeous view of the docks, multimillion $$$ Yachts, and there is a Tarpon feeding area as well. FYI - feeding time is at 4pm. We were greeted and promptly seated. Our server, Sabina, was very friendly and efficient. She kept our drinks topped off and was overall very attentive. We ordered three appetizers off the happy hour menu. We decided on the conch fritters ($9), the shrimp tacos ($9), and the warm crab and shrimp dip with chips ($11). Our food was out in 15 minutes, and most everything was freshly made. Conch fritters had great flavor but they were a little gummy and chewy for our taste. The dipping sauce was on the spicy side so that's something to be on the lookout for. The warm crab and shrimp dip was very good but also had a little spiciness to it, the chips were good but not freshly made or kept in a warmer before delivery; however, you do receive a lot of them. The shrimp tacos were our favorite if I were to do this all over again, I would have just ordered three sets of shrimp tacos, they were delicious. The restaurant has a modern nautical theme without being to overly nautical. We loved the view from the dock area and outside seating section near the back of the restaurant. The biggest issue I noticed while I was here was the restroom was not being attended to. There was a lot of water on the floor and areas where someone could slip there was also a full roll of toilet paper just laying on the floor in the stall. We were here for a while taking a break from the heat so I made two stops to the restroom during our visit and on both stops I noticed nothing had been cleaned or mopped up. All-in-all, it's a great spot for lunch or dinner, they fair pricing, an amazing view, friendly staff, ice cold beer and water. read more
6 months ago
This was great restaurant. The atmosphere on the water overlooking the marina was great. We ordered a variety of food from stone crab, salads, tuna nachos, blackened grouper and seafood pasta. All was excellent and we really enjoyed the fresh meal. Not all restaurants have fresh seafood from the boats but Alonzo's has contracts with some of the boats for fresh catches of the day. Our waitress was a native and her service was awesome. Great choice for a family meal or to just enjoy the people and marina. Thanks for a great experience. read more
Wow. Cool place Right on the water We came here for happy hour around 4 pm Just in time for the tarpon feeding.! She said she feeds some little bits of Maui fish. Yum! We had the conch fritters.. My first time having them They were okay but not my favorite. Then we had the warm shrimp and crab dip With tortilla chips $11 so good! And you get a lot of it. We also had the bang bang shrimp tacos for $9 to get two of them. So good. And now we're stuffed so perfect amount of food. Friendly staff great atmosphere open air feel. Portions are great. read more
6 months ago
We had a good time at Alonzo's ... just into Key West, walking the Key West Bight harbor area, watched the tarpon feeding out front, and viola, it's happy hour! Cocktails good, oysters good, mussels a bit spicy but good. Staff friendly and great! Fun place to stop for a cocktail, time it for the 4:00pm tarpon feeding! Recommend Alonzo's! read more
1 year ago
What brought us in first was the perfect breeze blowing through their outdoor seating area! It was by far one of the best spots we ate outdoors at. The views are great and that breeze is sheer bliss on a hot summer day. We had the oysters and pretzels as nice little snacks and both hit the spot big time. Our server was attentive and very friendly. Definitely worth a stop. read more
1 year ago
Lots of good things about this place. It's located within the Key West Historic Seaport near many other restaurants, bars and things to do. They have a lot of outdoor seating with views of the water. The interior and restrooms were both clean and not terribly outdated. We didn't have to wait for a table, got seated outside right away on a Saturday evening during Memorial Day weekend. Our waitress was very attentive & quick. Lobster roll & mahi ruben were both delicious and the fries are truly something special. We also had the shrimp and lobster dip which was pretty good but nothing to write home about and I could say the same about the conch fritters. Overall a good experience, I would recommend & might be back next time we're in town. read more
10 months ago
I stopped in at Alonzo's Oyster Bar for happy hour. I got a table facing the marina. Great views but preferred the atmosphere at the conch republic sea food company next door. That aside, the prices for happy hour are unbeatable and the items on the happy hour menu are numerous. I stayed out with oysters, followed by conch fritters, and then ended with peel and eat local shrimp. The shrimp were steamed in a beer sauce which was a little on the salty side. Service was quick but not rushed and the waitress was very nice. read more
Ate apps here before our sunset cruise. Candy was our server and she was very helpful! The food was good. Our favorite were the shrimp pizza, the buffalo shrimp and the pretzels with beer cheese! The restaurant was bustling with customers, but the vibe was pleasant! read more
4 months ago
My wife and I returned from a snorkeling trip and were hungry. Alonzo's Oyster Bar was right there on the dock, overlooking the seaport. We shared an order of caviar oysters on the half shell, and they were yummy. I had the Mahi BLT and my wife had the clam chowder, they were both very good. The also have a good selection of local draft beers, that are served ice cold. The service is fast and friendly. Next time we're in Key West, we'll be eating there again. read more
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Happy hour from 4-6 is the time for oysters!! We had one of the seafood towers and it was well worth it. read more
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We chose Alonzo's because of the menu choices and location on the dock. After waiting about 20 minutes to be acknowledged by our server, I ordered the coconut shrimp which was delicious. My husband ordered the Avocado Crab salad which was very disappointing because there weren't any avocados. Just a huge pile of lettuce with a couple slices of tomato and cucumber and a few spoonfuls of crab meat. We notified the server and she said they were all out of avocados. The salad cost $26! We asked for a discount since one of the main ingredients was avocado. The manager gave us a $2 discount. No apologies or a visit. Very disappointing! read more
4 months ago
Staff was very friendly and oysters were great. I think there is better ambience in KW, kind of dark, and happy hour menu left a lot to be desired. Fish dip was pretty good. Also had a key lime martini, which I would order again. read more
2 years ago
I quite enjoyed my visit to Alonzo's during a recent Key West trip. So much so, that I almost wanted to return a second time despite it being only a long weekend visit! Situated right on the water, Alonzo's offers a chill atmosphere and nearly unbeatable fish dishes. I also had my favorite drink of the vacation there: their key lime pie martini. So freaking good, especially with the graham cracker rim! We started with their smoked fish dip, which was tasty. My friend and I split the hogfish entree, which came with a heaping portion of green beans and mashed potatoes. It was my first time trying hogfish ever, and I was impressed. I also tried a bite of my friend's husband's snapper stack and oh my gosh, now I have such a craving for snapper. Can't find it anywhere near me at home in Virginia, though, sadly! Alonzo's has a pretty open-air vibe. The space seemed clean and spacious, service was friendly, and I wouldn't hesitate to return on future trips to the island. read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
I stopped in at Alonzo's while on a cruise with some girlfriends. We were exploring Key West and found ourselves at the marina, and hungry haha. My friends split a few dishes like nachos and oysters, but I got my own dish -- a Caesar salad with blackened shrimp. I got a hefty amount of shrimp which is always the best feeling! The one thing keeping me from giving an extra star is that the prices were a little more than I'm normally comfortable paying. Living up in the Tampa Bay area, I'm a big seafood girlie, but not at those prices. Also, the restaurant doesn't allow "multiple bills" when it's time to pay, and that was just kind of a headache. The food was very fresh though and it was quite relaxing sitting right out on the marina near the water. read more
Carol the hostess was amazing right away sat us down. We had gotten a few suggestions from businesses along the way my husband and I shared lunch. We had the fried calamari the wings and the mahi-mahi tacos. Everything was delicious. We sat outside because it is Valentines and we wanted to get some air instead of being inside it was perfect. I was told that the Keylime martini was delicious by a few of the businesses we walked into along the way and they were correct. It is so good even my husband who doesn't drink hard liquor like that loved it tasted just like a pie only downfall is no Apple Pay other than that spectacular everything was spectacular read more
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