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    Irish Kevin's

    3.9 (562 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Music Venues
    Open 11:00 am - 3:30 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    IRISH KEVIN'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Live music
    Casual
    Touristy

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    Betsy K.

    So much fun! Great music/entertainment food is great even got a T-shirt!! And the famous Duvall Street where there's just bar after bar of fun. Don't miss the sunset down at Mallory Square.!

    Lauren C.

    The entertainment might not the best but he will get you laughing and play some songs you definitely won't hear anywhere else. Very crowd and load, so it can take a minute to move around and get your drinks not many places to sit so you'll be on your feet. If your here around Saint Patrick's day this would be the place to go.

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    Rebecca M.

    This spot was unexpectedly fun. Wandering around, we stumbled in and found a bar full of jolly people from around the world wanting to be Irish. We had some mixed drinks and the potato balls which were amazing. Cheesy mashed potato deep fried to indulgent yumminess. The singer on stage stopped everyone walking in to ask where they were from and someone in the crown bout the whole bar shots for Christmas. Was a really fun night!

    Zacharias P.

    If you like Irish pubs then this might be your type of place. It's extremely loud, bit of a rowdy but friendly crowd. Decent prices for mediocre food. But I guess people come for the Irish feel. Just couldn't hear anything above the music. So it's a pass for me.

    Linda M.

    Another great bar in the Key West area! A lot of seating. Drinks and food are excellent! The tater tot nachos are a must have! Our waitress was on top of everything. We got served right away.

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    Gina A.

    Fun place with lots of live entertainment! It's a party in this place at all times. Great sing along and people having a great time. If downstairs is crazy, there's an upstairs area that was totally empty. The drinks were great and they had the best fried pickles I have ever had!!! Do not skip these. They are beyond delicious and the portion is HUGE. The fish and chips are also tasty. Jenny the bartender was amazing and so incredibly friendly and knowledgeable of the area. She was very attentive throughout our time there. There's also a merch shop so you can grab some great gear to remember the good times had at Irish Kevins!

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    Astrida M.

    We stopped by Irish Kevin's bar and restaurant because there was loud laughing, energetic dancing, and good music and it looked like a fun place! It was packed on a Friday night. We found a place to sit and were served fairly quickly considering how busy they were. Our server was Lara, who was very friendly and fun. We ordered a couple of drinks and those were good. We didn't order food because we got there at 11pm when they stop serving food. They also have a gift shop for souvenirs. You can reserve the upstairs for private parties. It's a large place. There is live entertainment every night. We loved the gorgeous chandelier! We would definitely return next time we are in Key West!

    Laura R.

    Another late night live music bar that should be on the top of everyone's bucket list in Key West. Great sing a long rock and roll where they encourage drunk customers to come up on stage to help sing or do something funny. Nothing fancy at all, lots of wooden tables. Just a good time with friends and strong drinks.

    Darren H.

    We had a great time at Kevin's celebrating a friend's birthday The musician on stage called her out and said happy birthday and gave her a shot of tequila. It's been several times since we visited Key West and always return back to Kevin's. I highly recommend this bar one of the top bars in Key West.

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    Terry L.

    Irish Kevin's Key West 4-30-25 Stopped by Irish Kevins on a Wednesday afternoon about 3pm. This place was not that full, but they did have someone on stage singing which is some of the reason we stopped by. I wanted a Reuben which had Corn Beef, Sauerkraut, Swiss Cheese, Thousand Island Dressing on a Toasted Rye. I got a side of Coleslaw to go with it. My friend got a Burger and all the works on it and a side of Fries. We sat at the bar and our ordered came out in a reasonable time. My Reuben was amazing, it was so good. Even the Coleslaw was terrific. This order came with a large pickle spear even that was good. My friends Burger and Fries were very good. All our food was hot and very tasty. The only thing we did not care for was the entertainer on the stage. The guy singing sang a bunch of filthy songs. I figured as talented as he seemed he did not need to do that. Next time I will check out the singers a bit before we take a seat or go someplace else. I give Irish Kevin's a 4 out of 5 stars. Follow Me On FB For More Reviews & Fun. Gulf Coast Terry

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    Music, beer, and overall vibe made the visit worthwhile. Busy afternoon and the bartenders/staff did a great job keeping up!

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    Good drinks and good food... just wasn't a fan of the guitar player they had there. He gave mad creep vibes for sure.

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    4 months ago

    Come here for the best fried pickles & definitely best Ruben sandwich ever!!! So yummy! Fun atmosphere too!! TVs for sports too

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    Great music with audience participation. Bar service was good. We didn't eat there, but food looked good.

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    The Dive Bar Shirt Club - Girls night out overtaking the Dive Bar Shirt Club.

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    4.2(55 reviews)
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    The Rum Bar - The other end of an amazing bar.

    The other end of an amazing bar.

    The Rum Bar - Kenny Chesney Island Girls!! Nothing like these island girls to enjoy with the wife!

    Kenny Chesney Island Girls!! Nothing like these island girls to enjoy with the wife!

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    3.9(332 reviews)
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    I stopped by Captain Tony's Saloon and it was such a fun, classic Key West experience…read more The vibe is exactly what you'd want, laid-back, a little quirky, and full of character. There was live music playing, pool tables, and even some video games, so there's plenty to keep you and the family entertained while you hang out. Kids are allowed in, but they aren't allowed to sit at the bar. It definitely feels like one of those places where you can lose track of time in the best way. They also have a merch area with hoodies, stickers, and other souvenirs if you want to take a little piece of the experience home. And knowing it's one of the oldest bars in the Keys just adds to the charm and history of the place. The service was quick, you walk up to the bar and order then find a place to sit. Super chill and laid back. One fun thing you have to try is tossing a quarter into the fish's mouth outside... test your luck and see if you can land it! Can't forget the drinks! The rum punch is to die for... super refreshing and perfect for the Key West heat. Overall, such a fun stop if you're in town. Definitely worth checking out! Fun fact: - it used to be a morgue and ice house back in the day. it also used to be the original home of Sloppy Joes, before they moved to Duvall St.

    We were with friends from CO who were visiting Key West for the first time. After walking around…read moreMallory Square and down Duval Street, we decided to have a drink at Captain Tony's before going out to a different restaurant for dinner. Of course it is an attraction because it is supposedly the original Sloppy Joes where Ernest Hemingway hung out. It is dark inside with low ceilings. People have hung paper currency all over and you will also see lots of bras hanging from the ceiling. There is live music and lots of people watching. We enjoyed our drinks and the fun atmosphere.

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    Captain Tony's Saloon - Inside

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    Better Than Sex - Seating and lighting

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    0.6 mi
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    The concept here is executed so well - it is one of best finds we have found in years…read more First, the decor and atmosphere is incredible. The decor is seductive in such a tasteful and classy way, everything is so romantic. It's beautiful. Cozy, intimate booths. Sparkling chandeliers flickering in candlelight. Ambient lighting. It is a perfect place to end your evening with your partner. We made reservations the morning of, on a Wednesday evening for our anniversary, and were seated promptly. Service was incredible from start to finish. I appreciate their ipad menus with questions to ask your partner, peruse the menu, and read about the origins. There are plenty of drinks and deserts with double entendre names, they're so fun. Huge positive that they have virgin drinks, and several to choose from. Both deserts we tried were out of the world delicious. The missionary crisp ice cream and flavor was 10/10, no notes to improve. Key lime from behind was the best key lime I've had in my life and quickly became the best we have tried on Key West. Incredible and what a lovely place!!

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    Cream in my coffee

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