At the recommendation of friends, our Day 1 Supper was at Mrs. Mac's Kitchen II (also called Mrs…read more Mac's Kitchen (Big) on Google Maps). Having arrived at 4:30pm, we were immediately shown to a table and informed about the happy hour specials. Not normally ones to drink much on vacation, my wife and I instead opted to live in the moment and enjoy the island life, especially since it was 30 degrees when we left Ohio that morning. As such, we each ordered a rum punch (pictured), while my best friend ordered a Bulliet old fashioned and his wife a house margarita. With drink orders out of the way, Deja, our absolutely delightful waitress, took our food orders: sauteed seafood combo (for my wife), backyard BBQ burger with coleslaw (for me), burger and fries (for my BFF and his wife, who -unlike us- were smart enough to save room for dessert). While waiting for our meals, we took in the ambiance of the restaurant, and wow was there a lot to take in! First off, we loved how the old Pizza Hut building had been repurposed and transformed into the embodiment of the tropical island lifestyle. From the display tables showcasing seashells and historic Florida Keys photos, to the license plate light fixtures, to the ceiling-mounted blue sky and clouds panels, to the fish hanging in front of each distinctively Pizza Hut trapezoidal window, we loved it all! When our food arrived, it looked fantastic and tasted even better. My wife described her seafood combo as being excellent, with the Caribbean lobster "almost as good as the ones we get in Maine." Likewise, her fish was fresh and delicious, while the shrimp were succulent. My burger was cooked to a perfect medium-rare and was topped with expertly caramelized onions and bacon with just the right amount of crispness to it. My coleslaw side was also excellent, with the perfect balance of creaminess and zing. Our friends also said their burger and shoestring fries were fantastic. To round out our meal, each of the four of us ordered pieces of Key Lime Pie, which was some of the best I have ever had in my life (and I have eaten a lot of Key Lime Pies!)! Throughout our meal, Deja checked on us often without being overbearing, and kept the drinks flowing. All told, for 5 drinks, 3 entrées with sides, and 4 slices of Key Lime Pie, our bill before tax, tip, and credit card surcharge was $163.93. Considering the excellent food and outstanding service we received, the four of us universally agreed it was well worth the price! Pros: outstanding service, fantastic flavours, great atmosphere, and the 2-for-1 drinks during happy hour were a great deal! Cons: none! Overall we rate Mrs. Mac's Kitchen as being Excellent and cannot wait to go back!

This place has personality and is cute!…read more The Great: An excellent Espresso Martini The Good: Carrot Cake The Bad: The server was so scatter brained. Friendly, but talked a little too much and didn't write anything down, so kept forgetting things. The Ugly: Unsure about the entire restaurant, but our table was dirty. Like old dirty. Not like, they didn't wipe it down, but more like it had never seen a deep clean and stuff just kept accumulating. I had the shrimp and corn chowder. It was very watery. We enjoyed the desserts. I'm not sure if I would come back though. I'm just wondering if the whole restaurant is dirty like our table.

Five stars, and I want to explain this properly because High Tide in Key Largo is absolutely a…read moreplace people should experience at least once. This is one of those spots that immediately tells you it's a local favorite the second you walk in. It feels homey, lived in, and deeply rooted in the community. The average crowd definitely skews older, which honestly just shows how loyal the regulars are and how long this place has been doing something right. We stood for a minute or two when we arrived, which wasn't a problem at all, but the initial interaction felt a little abrupt. Nothing hostile, just very direct and urgent. We later found out that Cathy is the owner, and it became clear very quickly that this place is her whole world. She works hard, moves fast, and runs on urgency. That energy can sometimes come off sharp, especially to visitors who aren't used to that local, no frills style, but we gave her the benefit of the doubt. There were moments throughout our visit where the tone felt a little rough around the edges, and it wasn't just with us, we noticed it with other tables too. It didn't feel personal, more like someone who is stretched thin and running on fumes. To her credit, there were moments where she self corrected, and I genuinely believe this was just a long day rather than bad intentions. Running a place like this day in and day out is not easy, and you can feel how much effort goes into keeping it moving. This review isn't meant to tear anyone down, just to be honest for future guests so they know what to expect walking in. What truly changed our entire experience and pushed this from a four star visit to a solid five was our server. Her name started with a T, she wore glasses, and she was African American, and she was an absolute blessing. She treated us with warmth, patience, and genuine care, like we were family she was looking out for. When we sat down and the table needed to be wiped, she handled it gracefully without a single awkward moment. Everything she did felt intentional and kind. She was attentive without hovering, respectful, and genuinely happy to be doing her job. There was also a sweet older Latina woman clearing tables who was just as lovely and welcoming. It became very clear that despite the different personalities, this place functions as a team, and the heart of High Tide lives in the people who treat guests with care and humanity. If you get that server whose name starts with a T, you are in excellent hands. Now let's talk about the food, because this is where High Tide really shines. The hash brown casserole is a straight ten out of ten. No exaggeration. Comfort food perfection. Crispy, savory, and absolutely worth ordering. The country style platter we ordered was also a ten according to my friend, hearty and satisfying in the best way. The lobster benedict was good, I would give it about an eight. It's a fun, unique option if you want to try something different, but not the standout compared to the rest of the menu. And then there's the real star of the show, the Key lime pie. Even if you are not hungry, come for the pie. This is hands down the best Key lime pie I have ever had. Perfectly balanced, not overly tart, smooth and almost cheesecake like in texture. It's the kind of dessert that makes you pause after the first bite because it's that good. Beautifully presented too. The decor is charming and thoughtfully cluttered in a way that feels authentic, not staged. The bathrooms are old but very clean. Parking is a little quirky but manageable, and there is parking available if you're patient. Overall, the vibe is cozy, memorable, and unmistakably local. Would I come back? Absolutely, especially for the food and that pie. Cathy, you are clearly working your ass off, and I hope this was just a rough day. This review comes with honesty and flowers, not shade. Five stars for the food, the heart, and the people who make this place what it is. I do recommend it.

High prices Red and white wines were bith very bad…read more Fish 5* Bad service, got mostly served by a trainee who knew nothing about being a waitress. Very long wait after placing food order. Then salad came, and 2 minutes later, the main dishes were delivered. Very good onion rings. Caesar salad dressing was thin with no taste.

Great food one of the best cheeseburgers definitely try the smoke fish dip and the couch fritters…read moreand the view is priceless. Great service definitely coming back.

Amazing view, fun place to boat to for lunch, lots of menu items. Note upstairs has a more…read moreextensive menu (and a better view) than the bar downstairs. Service was good, food decent, and prices reasonable for the area and view.

My wife & I had dinner at the Italian Food Co. this evening. The ambiance is casual and slightly…read morequirky - a perfect fit for the Keys. The menu is extensive with any Italian appetizer, pasta, or main dish you could think of. They also have pizza which seems very popular. We both started with a house salad; It was fresh and tasty. For our main course, I had the Spicy Shrimp fra Diavola and my wife had the lasagna. We both commented on the incredible flavor of the pasta itself (mine was served over spaghetti.) I don't ever remember eating at an Italian restaurant where the flavor of the pasta was so memorable. My entree had large gulf shrimp in a spicy marinara sauce. It was noticeably spicy and tasted great. I tasted the lasagna which was also among the best I have had. If you are looking for Italian in the Key Largo area, I highly recommend the Italian Food Co. We stopped back before we left Key Largo. We shared a large house salad and a "meatball panini" (aka, a meatball calzone.). It was great and large; the two of us didn't finish it! To top off the evening we shared an espresso with ice cream. Our second trip not reinforced the first; just go & enjoy!

Should change their name to Italian Ripoff Company. I know times are tough but seriously. $20 for a…read moremedium and the box weighs more than the pizza. Under 11". Never again will they get a penny from me. Photo for posterity. After eating it edit- Tasted like propane or some chemical. Maybe it was an off night, but I will definitely never be back. Can't wait until Dave Portnoy tries it. LOL

We came twice for lunch during our trip to Key Largo. Kids loved it both times, especially the…read morelarge Shirley temples. Loved the cottage fries and shrimp! Finished with yummy key lime pie. Great service!

This place is always the best, the onion rings are fantastic (and massive) and the food is always…read moregreat. Food comes out fast too! Always a great stop when we are down in the keys!

Laura was was the best. Will be back hoping to have her as a server. can't say enough good things…read moreabout the service and the food.

Greatest Happy Hour We Have Ever Seen!!! A Medium sized…read morecheese pizza with a pitcher of their local beer is only $10! Now that's a steal and they have Happy Hour specials which to everyday from 4-7 pm. The parking can be a bit tricky but there is plenty in the back. The ambience feels kind of romantic but at the same time a bit up scale because they have pastas, pizzas, beer, wine and more! Our server was friendly and gave us good recommendations on what to order. Highly recommend if you are down by Key Largo super nice place to check out!

My daughter said the chicken tenders were bussin! The best kid ever had. Great atmosphere and good…read morefood.

Elite modern review:…read more Very modern and trendy place to be. Perfect for young adults and college crowds looking to have a great time. The music was on point, creating an energetic vibe all night. The bar setup was amazing, fast service and great drinks. Overall, a fun atmosphere with good energy, stylish crowd, and a place I would definitely come back to.

This is a wonderful spot with lots of outside seating and parking. We sat at a table that felt like…read moreit was almost on top of the water, watching the pelicans fish and the sky change colors. The menu had a decent assortment of beers on draft and in bottle, both domestic and imported. The menu was spot on with a lot of great seafood options that highlighted local/ish species such as mahi mahi, grouper, and shrimp. Our server, Kathleen, made us feel very welcomed and efficiently took our orders. Service was prompt and the food hit the spot after a day of sailing in the sun. We will definitely go back!

Wow! Thanksgiving day and we were really looking forward to some open air eating in the warmth…read moreaway from the north-east chill that we were escaping. The hostess was bright and friendly and sat us at a great table with great views of the water straight away. Our server came straight away and got us our drink orders. Always available to clear a plate and bring additional items, it was a symphony of food and service. We took advantage of a special the had on Stone Crab Claws at $7- six of those- check. A dozen oysters with all the fixings- crispy calamari and shrimp. Also some delicious conch fritters, followed up with peel and eat shrimp served hot. Fish fingers for our daughter served with fries. A bar sits central to the whole restaurant and is surrounded by many tables that are nicely spread apart. Boats come up and dock for lunch and the vibe is so chill, you can spend a great while enjoying yourself. Everyone we encountered was friendly from the management to the food servers to the other patrons who also came in on a beautiful Thanksgiving afternoon.

Absolutely the best meal we have had in quite a while! We…read moresat at the bar, had great friendly service and good cold beer. We started with potato skins, a special, they were huge, hot and delicious. We split the shrimp risotto with mushrooms in a Alfredo sauce, plenty for 2, the shrimp was perfectly cooked and the dish served hot! The only improvement I can suggest would be crisp up the garlic bread that was served on the side. Do not miss this spot in Key Largo

What a beautiful restaurant. They had high ceilings (unheard of in the Keys) and nice decor. They…read moreeven put sound proof panels on the ceiling to help keep the noise level down (thoughtful!). We ate inside (Floridians like us know better than to expose ourselves to the heat and No See Um's outside at dusk). We thoroughly enjoyed the inside ambiance. Well done. The spacious patio out back did also actually look nice. I wanted to give this 5 stars but my husband was not impressed by the taste (or lack thereof) of his bacon burger so I had to take away a star. I had a delicious Woodrow Chicken sandwich piled high with their signature onions and bbq sauce. When they brought it out, I wondered how I could possibly get the huge thing into my mouth. It was enormous (see photo) and tasty. I cut it in half and ate leftovers the next day. Service was good except our waitress did seem to struggle a bit. She either could not hear us or did not understand us (language issue?). At least she kept asking us until she understood. I do appreciate that. We were skeptical but our order came out right, yippee! We even splurged by getting dessert. Can't pass up chocolate cake when it appears on the menu (rarely). It was a beautiful presentation (see photo)! Next time you are in Key Largo, give these folks a try. You won't be disappointed.

The tacos here are great!…read more Had some of the fish tacos and some of the meat tacos and all of them were fresh, light and tasty. Come check this place out, highly recommended!

10/10 recommend!! So affordable, cheapest tacos we've had on our trip in Florida but also very…read moredelicious, quick service, and great location on the keys. Definitely get the shrimp tacos and the lengua tacos, we went back and got seconds!