Loved the vibe and location of this place . Shout out to…read moreSonja and Marcus - excellent job behind the bar - They were attentive and friendly . Food was great ! We will be back when we are in the area again .

I've been going to Skipper's Dockside and Coconut's before at that location for many years while…read moreScuba Diving in Key Largo. Skipper's greatly improved the dining experience there, and it was always a solid bet. While spending the month of January in Key Largo, I was excited to dine there again. However, I found the magic was gone and experienced an apathetic staff and lackluster food for lunch. I very much hope this was an anomaly as it only takes one time experiencing this to bypass a restaurant when there are so many great choices in the area.

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.

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.

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.

I've watched a couple YouTube videos about this place and the one thing I've been wanting to try is…read morestone crab. Finally, ITS IN SEASON!!!!! So of course, we went ahead and ordered 3 lbs. We got 2 lbs of medium, which are originally $27 but since they had a valentines special, if you bought 2 pounds of medium, it would be 15% off. So we did 2 pounds of medium....and one pound of large claws. The stone crab is on a sweeter flavor profile. The stone crab mustard sauce......it's so delicious. It complimented the crab so so well. We were stuffed with 2 pounds but of course we had to finish our plate. We also bought a souvineer mallet, $3.99. In total we spent $100. Which is an amazing price. Usually in other restaurants, 2 jumbos are like $60. It is so worth it to buy it from this location. The service was great, she asked if we wanted to eat there or for take out. We said we were going to eat it there, and they cracked the crab for us and it was so easy to eat. The ambiance is great. Live music, beautiful weather, the water, the boats......such a great experience. I will be back very soon.

Key Largo Fisheries -- not to be confused with Keys Fisheries where we are staying in Marathon 50…read moremiles south , although they do source some seafood from them. At first glance, it's exactly what you expect in the Keys: a dockside seafood operation with an open-air café attached. Boats, traps, pelicans, tourists -- all of it. And during spring break, that café turns into complete chaos. Packed tables, long lines, people hovering, the raw bar shoulder-to-shoulder. You're not settling in -- you're cycling through. The food is solid. Stone crabs, conch chowder, fried oysters, tacos -- all competently done, with the chowder being the standout. And to be clear, the seafood market inside Key Largo Fisheries itself is legit. The cases are full, the product looks fresh, pricing is in line with what you'd expect in the Keys. The catch is: to get to it, you have to run the gauntlet. Parking lot chaos. Lines spilling out. People everywhere. It's all part of the same machine. Now here's where it shifts. If you keep walking -- past the main operation, past the traps -- you end up at a completely separate group of vendors around the corner. Different business, different setup, different energy. Same kind of product. Same general pricing. But none of the friction. Coolers on ice. Handwritten boards. No lines, no crowd, no pressure. You walk up, you look, you buy. That's it. That's where I grabbed two pounds of local pink peel-and-eat shrimp for $30 -- not because it was better than what was inside, but because it was easier, calmer, and frankly more enjoyable to deal with. And tucked into that same area is a small stand (Saturday only) run by an Andalusian chef -- quietly putting out some of the best fried seafood on the property. No line. No chaos. Just good execution. So it's not really about better vs worse. It's about two ways of experiencing the exact same place: One is high-volume, crowded, and a little overwhelming -- but still very real. The other is quieter, simpler, and easier to access -- even though it's sitting right next to it. Most people only see the first one. I'd take the second.

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!

Out here visiting friends in key largo. This was towards the end of the week long trip so got to…read moretry food around the keys. We're from Southern California. Mexican food and Mexican food trucks everywhere especially where I live Coachella valley. Honestly wasn't really too pleased with most of the food offerings in the keys. So when we decided on this I was fine with it because it seemed simple and hard to mess up. And yeah it was what I expected and I was happy with it . Service was somewhat quick. Prices can't remember but probably your typical prices for Mexican food truck food. I've eaten a lot of Mexican food and this was nothing amazing but I'm sure most people will like it when trying it. I did.

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!

So The Fish House was a bright spot in an otherwise uninspiring culinary experience during our most…read morerecent trip to the Florida Keys, The restaurant itself has some serious homegrown Florida vibes with many unique decorations and accoutrements all over the restaurant, loosely pirate themed. It was featured on Diners Drive In's and Dives as well. We were seated in a little alcove near the entrance which gave our group a private space. Service was prompt and friendly and we really enjoyed the whole thing. I got the mahi mahi maracumbe style, which was recommended by our server as a house specialty. It did not disappoint! It was light, flavorful, and quite surprisingly really one of the most delicious fish dishes I've ever had at a restaurant. Everyone else enjoyed their food as well. We had key lime pie with meringue for desert which was also fabulous. Overall it lived up to the hype. Five stars

Flying in to Florida that morning, our Day 1 lunch was at The Fish House. Arriving at 11:30am on a…read moreSaturday, we were immediately seated and given menus. My wife picked the fried cracked conch and fries while I selected the Jamaican jerk mango mahi sandwich with a side of coleslaw, and we both had waters. We all enjoyed the nautical novelty theme of the dining room, and felt badly for whomever had to change the bulbs in the hundreds of lights running across the ceiling. The video 'port holes' were also a fresh new twist. The tables were very close together, and it was difficult to go to the restroom without bumping into someone. Speaking of the restrooms, my wife and I both hated the coconut salt soap you had to spoon up to wash your hands. Our food was ready pretty quickly, and everyone agreed it was good to very good. My blackened mahi was -as advertised- lightly blackened without being overpowered, and tasted very good, and likewise with the coleslaw. My wife said her fried cracked conch was flavourful and good, but not as tender as she has enjoyed elsewhere. Service was a bit slow, and getting water refills took some time, as did getting our bills. Pros: décor, fresh seafood selection, good to very good flavours Cons: fresh seafood is always expensive (even in the Florida), slow-ish service, everyone touching the same soap spoon in the restroom squicked us all out Overall we found The Fish House to be Good, and would return.

We saw this place on YouTube for our Key West trip and decided to try it out when we got there it…read morewas pretty packed and the food looked really good,and it was really good what else was really good was the staff really nice and friendly one other thing is that nice is that it's pet friendly when we walked out we got some really good pictures with flowers surrounding the area it felt wonderful and welcoming one downside is that they don't sell the blue-ray DVDS no more all in all you should stop by if you can.

Saw this resturant on YouTube so we had to take a look. We came on a Sunday morning 11am. There was…read morea 20 min wait but it went by quickly. We ordered the cracked conch Benedict (which was delicious) especially with the green hot sauce. I got the classic 2 egg breakfast, eggs were over medium, potatoes and white bread...it was so delicious as well. They had beer on the menu so we ordered the island life lager and it might be my new fav beer in the key largo area. I also got an iced latte, I loooooove iced lattes. It came in a hurricane cup, very nice. The ambiance is very pretty and island life. Flowers everywhere and pretty colors. Our server was very sweet and made sure everything came out great. The conch Benedict was amazing......I will be back for it. Come try this place out!

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