The food was fresh and the staff was great. It takes no reservations. It has a large outdoor seating area. We had three starters: spicy calamari, shrimp cakes, and egg rolls. For dinner we had fried whole yellowtail. The starter portion was huge and was suitable for sharing. The yellowtail was fresh and tender. All starters were delicious. read more

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Was recommended this place by a local and it didn't disappoint! One of the places you can go to in order to get reliable local seafood. Delicious table bread to share. They can prepare your fish in a variety of ways, sautéed brought out the flavor well. A upscale dinner place that was well worth it! read more

Square Grouper - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

Square grouper is an absolute gem to visit while in Key West. It's off of the main tourist drag, but well worth the search to find it. So good, we came here twice on our vacation . The Raw Bar, the fresh fish , the awesome menu selections including steak and delicious salads and a killer bar scene make this spot worthy of its five stars. They don't take reservations and I believe they're closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Show up early and put your name in and bonus, cocktail waitresses will come out to you in the waiting areas and deliver you a cocktail of choice. Yaaas.... This makes waiting so much easier. But here's a tip, if you offer to sit at either the raw bar or the cocktail bar, you will either get seated immediately or very shortly thereafter. We did this and Loved watching all the action. And the servers at the bar were all so incredible , friendly and efficient. You can really see the great teamwork in this restaurant. For drinks: we tried Gin Martini's with their awesome house made blue cheese, stuffed olives, a whiskey cocktail and some great white wines from their well curated wine list. Great Beers on tap also, You can't go wrong here they've got very talented bartenders. Apps: our bartender highly recommended the FLASH FRIED CONCH and it was out of this world. The best I have ever had. Absolutely tender inside, but crispy and perfectly breaded on the outside with a delicate garlic butter sauce on top add a squeeze of lemon , wow! So good We got this both times. Smoked Fish Dip : while in the keys, you must try the various preparations of fish dip and this was a good one. Salads: their salads really shine. We shared the Caesar salad and it was lemony with just the right amount of Caesar dressing and fresh grated Parmesan. Cashew Salad : tender fresh greens with an awesome vinaigrette and toasted cashews. Yum. Mains: we tried the triple tail dinner and the tile fish special. You were given the options of about four different styles of preparation here. You can choose classic, which is grilled, you can choose blackened, fried or with a sauce. We went with classic and the tile fish came with a delicious lemony beurre Blanc sauce. We also tried the grouper dinner and it did not disappoint. They simply know how to prepare fish expertly here. As you can imagine, we had no room for dessert, but their Keylime pie did sound quite tempting. Do not miss this fun lively spot to enjoy delicious Atlantic and Gulf seafood you will not be disappointed. read more

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Wow. First night and our first stop was this bustling popular eatery not far from Old Town. The friendly hostess took our name and number and quoted a 20 minute wait around 8pm on a Friday night, ended up being about half that and were so lucky to get two reserved seats at the bar - the most comfortable barstools ever.... Michael the bartender was prompt and efficient yet never felt like he was rushing us. His cocktails were worth every calorie - ha - the spicy peach martini to start and the luscious key lime martini to finish. We were also impressed with Keely who moved nonstop making these drinks for the rest of the entire restaurant right in front of our seats. Oysters were fresh and flavorful and we got an assortment from FL, MA and WA. Our entrees were blackened grouper and Cajun Oscar tilefish. The rice and green beans were a great complement to the fish and all were cooked perfectly. Best key lime pie we've ever had topped off the meal, and the spacious dining area was larger than it seemed when we first walked in. Outdoor seating also was available. read more

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Amazing food. Grabbed a spot at the bar or we might still be waiting! This place is popular and for good reason. The red snapper was quite tasty as well as the filet had by my better half. Saved room for the Key Lime pie because, well why not! read more

Square Grouper - Key Lime Pie - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

This was our fourth time to Square Grouper and every single time we go it is more fabulous than the last -- Always spectacular service! Always spectacular food and drinks! I would never a visit to Key West without having a meal here. read more

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Best oyster selection in key west Micaela did a great job We are fans of there other restaurants Oysters we awesome My wife's salad was great Clean Friendly Handicap accessible The manager did a great job also Restaurant had a great look and good vibe read more

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The food, service and ambiance were so spot on we tried to go again the next day. Note to self/you - check their hours before going. They are closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. We will be back! read more

This was my favorite restaurant in Key West. From the moment we walked in, I was impressed with the service. Every single employee we passed, both entering and leaving, greeted us or thanked us for coming. It created such a welcoming and inviting atmosphere. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain the menu and specials. She made the entire dining experience wonderful. For food, we ordered raw oysters, swordfish empanadas, togarashi seared ahi tuna, whole yellowtail, and finished with a key lime pie. The oysters were good, though I personally prefer the flavor of oysters from the Bay Area. The swordfish empanadas, however, were absolutely incredible and truly the best I have ever had. The sauce they were served with complemented them perfectly. The whole yellowtail was crisp, flavorful, and cooked beautifully. The seared ahi tuna, which I ordered well done, was delicious and had a little bit of spice to it . We ended the meal with key lime pie, which was both tasty and memorable, easily one of the best we tried during our trip. This restaurant exceeded my expectations in both food and hospitality. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Key West. read more

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Listennnnn. If you ever make it down to the FL Keys and fail to have at least one delicious meal at Square Grouper, that's on you. I had the pleasure of visiting at least two of their locations - Islamorada & Key West. Both had impeccable service and fantastic meals. I love the artsy vibe and I know I'm going to have a great time with some of the best food, no matter how big or small my party is. I haven't had a disappointment yet. read more

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Yummy! We sat at the bar and had a wonderful time talking with the bartender and enjoying fresh and colorful foods. I had the catch of the day as my main which was so good I forgot to take a picture. This was a great spot that I would definitely return to again. read more

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We finally got to try the Square Grouper this trip and it was amazing. My husband had the seafood stew and I had a lobster grilled cheese special. Both were delicious. The daily specials all looked great so it was difficult to choose. Our server, John, was excellent as well. We are looking forward to coming back on our next trip to Key West. read more

Square Grouper - Lobster Grilled Cheese Special - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

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Wonderful food and service. It was the best meal we had in Key West. We even tried to go a second time but they were closed that night.

Square Grouper is a steak and seafood house with a raw bar and upscale feel with a street mural/graffiti vibe. It differs from the traditional restaurant scene in favor of a casual flair but treats patrons like fine dining does. The food is top notch, from the menu to the daily specialties and fresh catches. We got the ahi tuna and yellowtail snapper, finishing with the key lime pie. The price was reasonable for fine dining but the food was perfectly balanced and cooked with just the right amount of seasoning. Service was top notch and attentive without being smothering. They have the visits and checks down pat and are always smiling and jovial. Square Grouper is an amazing spot just off the water, but priced alike competitors on the water with less imaginative food. Get there before 7pm to miss the wait and long lines, but it's worth the wait if you are going to experience some of the best seafood in the keys. Also: key lime pie is a MUST. That is all: 10/10 read more

Square Grouper - Key Lime Pie on the 4th - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

Excellent service from Nevo and very good food (and surprisingly good water!). Definitely would recommend to others. P.S. Try the tuna and avocado egg rolls! read more

Excellent dinning experience with good selection of entrees plus raw bar. Service was great too. A bit pricey which will keep us from going more often. read more

Visiting Key West I was on the hunt for the best grouper sandwich and I believe I found it. The fish was huge and absolutely perfectly cooked. The Caesar salad was a nice accompaniment and the key lime tartar sauce was divine. Our server was sweet, funny and offered great service. The restaurant was fairly new and very nice decor. I appreciated the literal bathtub filled with ice at the oyster bar. The theme is fun and irreverent but beautifully done. If you don't know what a square grouper is, you should google it. Would absolutely recommend for anyone in Key West. Oh also, two friends are not seafood eaters and both enjoyed their meals. One had a cheeseburger and said it was one of the best she's had. read more

Square Grouper - Grouper sandwich - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

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I found this on Yelp and because of the reviews I had to try. I tried the triple tail because it's my favorite fish. I had it prepared with piccata sauce. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed. The fish did not taste like triple tail(fishy tasting). The Picatta sauce was bland and not enough. It was served with a pasta with no sauce on it. My husband had seared tuna and it was very good. The restaurant was very chic and the waiter was attentive. I might give it a second try but not the triple tail. read more

Food, service and ambiance all very good. Limited hours, plan accordingly. Excellent tasting food, extremely pricey comparatively.

I finally tried the new Square Grouper! I was sooo impressed. I've been to both the Cudjoe & Islamorada locations, and I personally liked the food at Key West the best. The menu was very impressive with multiple fresh fish options, pick your fish, (likely snapper or grouper), then pick how you want it prepared. I picked the Santorini style which is chimichurri & feta on top (delicious!) and my husband got the Cajun Oscar which is a pink cream sauce with crabmeat (also delicious!) I tried a bite of my friend's snapper Almondine which I also loved, the pineapple relish was the perfect amount of sweet without overpowering. Besides the main menu there were also multiple specials which added to the already impressive menu. Blackened Swordfish, triple tail Oscar, Cajun Wahoo, all impressive options, although not local. The drinks were great, our favorite being the Banana Pilar rum old fashioned with banana chips. Service was great. Atmosphere was great. Everything was great except the swordfish empanadas appetizer (couldn't really taste the fish chopped inside and the dough was too thick) but the dipping sauce was good! I'll be back, 100%! Loved my first experience here. read more

Square Grouper - Snapper Santorini & Grouper cajón Oscar both AMAZING - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

Excellent service, pretty affordable compared to peer restaurants. - Fish dip - okay - Ribeye - great - Oreo cheesecake (daily special) - great - Tilefish bucatini (daily special) - okay read more

Square Grouper - Fish dip - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

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Sadly don't get the hype. Cute and lively spot, kind and attentive service, but the food was average. Filet was overcooked, mash was bland, and the green beans tasted almost raw. The local fish was ok but nothing I would be too excited about getting again. Not much flavor in the rice or the green beans. The tuna nachos were good, not my fave on the island but the chips are nice and crunchy and good portion of tuna. The cucumber salsa made it a little soggy and the flavors didn't totally meld for me. Too expensive for the taste. read more

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I traveled to Key West and made a resy at Square Grouper, very good meal in general. Our appetizer and soup was basic and the soup was lacking, but you cant go wrong if you stick to the fish! I ordered one of their daily specials and it was amazing. Everyone in our dinner party really liked their fish meal. Our server was very friendly and attentive and overall it was a pleasant experience. read more

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Square grouper is a Florida keys institution so I'm very happy to have visited. I had curry style fish special which was amazing. We sat next to the back of the restaurant where we had a direct view of the kitchen and love to see that all dishes were inspected prior to being ran over the to tables. The service was very friendly and our server gave good recommendations on what was good in the menu. I'm giving it 4 stars because the appetizer we ordered was just not good and the soup we ordered had basically no shrimp. read more

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The food was excellent, the service was top notch and the vibes were great- our favorite meal of the trip! Don't sleep on this place-- it's a must. read more

One of my favorite meals during this Keys trip. Loved the aesthetic. Service was attentive and friendly. We ordered oysters to start, a key lime martini, and shared the blackened grouper sandwich. The oysters were super fresh and the key lime martini was dessert in a glass and perfectly tart. The fish was flakey and seasoned well and the key lime tartar sauce added so much flavor. The cole slaw was amazing- we topped our sandwich with it. If you are in the Keys or in Islamoarda I would def recommended stopping in for their grouper sandwich - you won't be disappointed. read more

Square Grouper - Blackened grouper - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

Fantabulous service! Thoroughly enjoyed our lunch. We had salads with fresh fish cooked to our preference. I chose blackened. Yum! read more

Square Grouper - Soft shell crab Bloody Mary - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

I don't normally leave reviews but this place 5/5! this felt like a WI supper club when I walked in but it was fancier than that! food was awesome, bar tenders were awesome and I loved everything about it. The bar tender made a mean old fashioned. I had the grouper mmmm I'll be back. read more

Food was creative, tasty and beautifully presented. We had 13 and they set up one table for us. A new addition to Key West. Thanks We bring everyone down yearly and this will be one of our repeat restaurants. read more

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Welcome to Key West, Square Grouper! As a big fan of the other two locations (islamorada and cudjoe), I am so happy to see another location thriving. The menu here has some favorites (Mexican street corn dip, ahi tuna & avocado egg rolls) and some new additions (disco fries)! New and classics, both were great. My bf and I ordered the oysters to share and then for his entree he ordered the Tamarind Garlic Duck Confit and I ordered the local Snapper in the Green Goddess preparation. Everything was delicious, and the portions were great. Price is completely fair for the dining experience here and the new restaurant is decorated beautifully! Service was on point: fast, friendly and the drinks were flowing -- as they should be. Happy to recommend Square Grouper to anyone looking for a really good meal in the Key West area!! Can't wait to come back. read more

Square Grouper - Green Goddess fish (snapper) - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

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We ate at the Square grouper in Islamorada yesterday and came to Key West today and ate at the Square grouper here and it was exceptional. Our Server Tom could not have been better. read more

Decided to shift up my usual seafood orders and the Philly cheesesteak caught my eye. Well actually the first thing that caught my eye was how nice the inside of the spot was. I guess it's a newer spot that took over for a location that's had a lot of tenants. I can just tell from my experience this one is going to stick. Service and food was absolutely on point, will be back on my next trip! read more

Square Grouper - Philadelphia cheese steak - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

The perfect example of a 5 star restaurant. Gives the idea of a fine dining restaurant but still feels so casual and homey at the same time. Our server was fantastic and drinks were delicious - highly recommend the botanical whisperer and the spicy margarita. Egg roll apps were AMAZING. My salad for dinner was outstanding with the blackened shrimp. Huge shoutout to the sweet potato fries - some of the best I've ever had. The burger was insanely delicious - the bacon jam stop the show. Love this place. A must stop dinner during your travels to Key West read more

Square Grouper - Salad, burger - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

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Great food great service. Sat at the raw bar and enjoyed my meal. Kinda expensive but everything is down here. read more

Square Grouper - Raw scallops - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

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Great food great location friendly staff, definitely would go back. Good food good good good

We ate here last night and for the most part it's a wonderful place and the food was great. Unfortunately I have to ding them: my wife ordered a filet med. rare, and it was completely raw. This is why I hate ordering steak in restaurants: chefs are terrified of patrons complaining about overcooking and they will have to cook a new cut. With undercooking they can just zap it for a few seconds and call it good, even though it ruins the cut. Listen up chefs: GET A MEAT THERMOMETER! They're only $20. Use it. All the great culinary schools teach this. That being said, I'll go back, just not for the steak. read more

Excellent! Best meal we had all week! We sat at the raw bar which was right next to where the food was coming out and it was like a show. Everything was so beautiful and we kept asking "what is that?" We ended up with some specials of the day that were fantastic. More pricey than some others but well worth it. The steaks looked fabulous although we had seafood. The food came out super fast. This is a must and we'll be back! read more

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A completely delightful dinner. Staff very helpful with Menu. A wonderful vibe.We took a walk from our B&B. Beautiful night, fantastic meal. We will be going back. read more

Square Grouper - Worth the wait. - Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

Best food in town The conch is how it should be, tender & crispy Steak is wonderful Restaurant is very nice looking and out doors is fabulous Only problem is that there are no reservations, first come first serve read more

Holy moly did we have a delicious lunch here! Great fish! Everything fresh! Our server was a delight and even tho it was raining the view is quite nice! read more