The Rum? But why the Rum? 'Cause it be DELICIOUS!!!! This place is friggin AWESOME!!! The wife and I are out exploring the Keys for our anniversary, and we happened upon this bar while walking around Key West. First off, nothing says tropics like Rum! The name is all that needs to be said. Nothing more... nothing less. It's a small and it was packed. Elbow to elbow, which says nothing other than you know this place will be good. My wife is especially cuckoo for Cocoa Puffs when it comes to anything Chesney and Blue Chair rums! You had us at Kenny Chesney Island Girl, and we just had to find a spot and enjoy. And we Most certainly did! It was sublime and refreshing. I was even able to walk out with a souvenir Rum Bar hat (purple). Without a doubt, we will be back and we're telling all of our familia and friends of this place! Thank you for the local experience and as always, Enjoy & Happy Drinking! read more

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This is a must stop in Key West. It is a small bar that has the most amazing selection of rum. We stopped in for some fun mixed drinks and they did not disappoint. I had a banana frozen rum drink and a mango rum. My husband had a painkiller and a rum runner. Our bartender was friendly and we chatted about places to eat. The gentleman next to us came in and ordered a rum flight. The bartender was able to direct him to some options that fit what he was looking for. It is a great ambience with drinks for any type of rum drinker. read more

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Loved the mai tai, they even made it less sweet for me! The bartender was great! Loved the music and the decor! They also have the best piña colada!! read more

Large selection of rums from bottom shelf to top plus cocktails and other spirits. Our bartender, Frank, was pleasant and knowledgeable. They have a book of Rum Flights but were out of many of the rums included so I asked for a custom flight, gave him a price point, and he set me up. All rums were new to me and I enjoyed the tasting. Beware, the slight is five 1 oz pours! The place is small and dark inside, so could be cramped on a busy night. Was fine for us and 7 of us found seating. The rest of my party enjoyed cocktails. read more

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Incredible bar with history and authenticity. All drinks are made correctly, no commercial mixers here. Sparkles is the best bartender in the keys by far. The knows how to mix a drink correctly. On top of it all, the prices are fair for what you get. This is an absolute gem. read more

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Loved coming here so much we went twice. The bartenders were super friendly and their rum selection is fantastic. Their patio out front is cigar friendly and awesome to chill and people watch at night. read more

BEST PINA COLADA EVER Hubby and I stopped by for the anniversary. Cool decor-- fun atmosphere-- delectable drink selection. The bar tender knows what's up. Will come again. 10/10 read more

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Great service... ladies loved the pina coladas... tastings were small but good. A little pricey but it's key west sooooo!

250 rums available by the glass! That got me in. And tasting flights: 21 in all. The flights are 5 rums, one full ounce each! That's a lot! But in the interest of research I knew I had to do it. Knowing that they serve no food I fortified myself with a snack and returned. And they didn't seem to mind my munching on a bag of plantain chips while I drank. The rum book is kept behind the counter and given to the drinker on request. It's like 30 laminated pages long, listing every one of the rums offered (many also sold as full bottles to take home) as well as the flights with detailed tasting notes. That kept me busy while I drank, trying to identify "sweet plantain", "touches of cacao", "hints of fig and raisin", and so on. I don't have a super developed palate so I had to use some imagination, but they sure were yummy, each so different, and made me never want to go back to ordinary liquor store rum again. My flight, the "Kepford", at $50 was in the middle of the price range and in my opinion quite reasonable for 5 ounces of unique rums that I would never have sampled otherwise. One of the flights was $300 and I'm sure they are amazing but that's a little pricy for me. I'll stick to the mid-range offerings and I'm already planning my next visit! The single bartender was great. Knowledgeable about the rums and helpful with my questions. In festive Christmas outfits (a Cheers Christmas top when I peeked in the day before and a bejingled Santa shirt today) I watched as she briefly went out back to retrieve the 5 bottles, poured them into good quality glasses and arrayed them in a wood rack so I could keep track of which is which and carry them to my table. Counter service only here. It's just a tiny little bar, maybe 8 seats at the counter and 6 at the tables for two, with some more in the patio out front. About half full when I arrived but filled to capacity as I lingered for over 90 minutes enjoying my drinks, studying the tasting notes and taking in the scene. People tend to stay a long time here. Some were already sitting when I arrived and still there when I left. Their clichéd motto "Come in as strangers, leave as friends" doesn't seem so clichéd here. Crowded and loud and I didn't mind that at all. I was sitting solo at a table so I was more of an observer than a participant but that was fine. Though I was asked more than once about my rum flights, most people drinking tropical standards like mai tais, margaritas, and mojitos. A big fat cat strolled by on occasion but he was aloof and not good company. read more

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I wish we would've gotten this guy's name because he was a great bartender... very friendly, helpful, and knew how to mix his rum! We stopped in on a weeknight after dinner... while walking back to our hotel, we came across The Rum Bar and stopped in and this cool dude with a curled handle bar mustache was working - he was spot on with his ability to engage the customers while keeping business flowing. As for the bar - They have a very large rum list and a lot of rum cocktails on their cocktail list! Very impressive! They have the standards, like Pusser's Pain Killer... but also the cachaça drinks, like the ever-popular Caipirinha. We tried several during our two visits and enjoyed them all. The venue is what we expect, appreciate, and adore about Key West bars too! Definitely stop in! read more

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Love, love, love this place. Always our first stop when we get down to Key West. Great ownership and fantastic staff. Drinks are phenomenal. Nothing better than sitting out on the porch sipping a rum potion and thanking your lucky stars you've made it back to the Keys. read more

First time being here.. it was late but the bartender still served us even though he was about to close. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the building and about all the rums. Also the drink was great!!! read more

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Spent 7 days in KW and found this place on the last night we were here. This lady made the best cocktails we've had the entire stay hands down. Near little place with a tubby cute cat on the premises. Thank you Rum Bar! read more

Back for another trip to Key West and another stop at the Rum Bar! This time, we stayed for a couple hours. Love the intimate space. You feel like you're in someone's living room. Awesome drinks (I'm still not a rum drinker unless it's here) and bartender! She handled the in and out crowd like a champ. Easy to meet/mingle with other patrons or enjoy the game - or both! Highly recommend this stop on your trip down Duval! read more

We generally really love this place but this year, the female bartender (12/29/25) was super rude. No problem, we will just take our business elsewhere. read more

Great little bar on Duval st. Amazing selection of rums . Nice porch atmosphere and friendly staff

We had the absolute best experience here! It's a small bar inside a bed and breakfast, but the drinks were hands down the best we tried in key west. The bartender was also very nice and knowledgeable. I'm still dreaming about my banana daiquiri. read more

The Rum Bar - Banana split drink on the left and a banana daiquiri on the right. They were both so good. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Key West, Florida

If you want to learn about various rums, this is the place to go to. Great decor, amiable service from the bartender, locals at the bar. We did a flight for $40 and got details on each rum. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. read more

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Put The Rum Bar back on your radar because it has been years since Bahama Bob left but it's truly back to being great again. Those who knew The Rum Bar during Bahama Bob's days here know it was awesome and when he left the drinks were good but something was not the same. It's been years and we ran into Bahama Bob (working at a rum distillery), and thought lets go to The Rum Bar and try it out again. I wish I could remember the bartenders name but he was awesome. Amusing and fun and the drinks were excellent. He didn't want to serve certain drinks frozen, saying they will be better on the rocks so we trusted and they were awesome. I think I am back in love with The Rum Bar and will be back soon ! read more

Stopped by on a Monday evening walking back from the Dry Tortugas ferry terminal. It was pretty chilly outside at that point and my poor husband had not brought anything with long sleeves - he suggested a drink instead to warm up before heading back to our hotel (great idea!). This place is small, but there is ample seating around the bar and a handful of tables with stools. There is also a little space around the back with a bathroom. We ordered the Island Girl, Rum Runner and Dr Funk - all were delicious and most definitely warmed us both up lol! The bartender was excellent, chatting with everyone and giving recommendations, and we also met and talked with some lovely folks who came in as well. We will definitely return, as all of the cocktails sounded incredibly delicious and it was difficult to decide what to order read more

Lovely little spot to enjoy a drink in a much calmer environment than what's usual in Key West. Particularly nice if you can find a seat in their small outdoor seating area. Bartenders are helpful and quick, though frankly the drinks are a bit hit-or-miss -- we loved some but were kind of "meh" on others. read more

Phenomenal establishment! The classic and signature drinks are on point, electric crowd and a complete blast. You will not find a more perfect place in Key West to enjoy the widest variety of fine rums in the world, served by more interesting and knowledgeable tenders, and enjoy the company of more eclectic travelers anywhere. read more

This place has changed Prices are ridiculously expensive Portions cut Not all staff are as friendly as they once were Look I know it sold but- there's a reason why it's always empty Always empty Make changes now before it's too late read more

Best Pina Colada Ever. We had a great break from the heat at this bar. The bar tenders were so friendly and even ran our credit card to us when my friend forgot it. We had a good break from the heat here. Try the Pina for sure! read more

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Rum bar was great!!! Price is just right and the atmosphere is great. You'll see a some locals and repeats at this place. The bartender, even though polite, could have been friendlier. I recommend this place if you're in town. read more

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If you're looking for an awesome spot to hang out and have great conversation stop in to the Rum Bar. We sat down at the bar and before we knew it we were an hour deep into conversation with the rum aficionado bartender. An added plus to the friendly bartender was we got to sample rum that hasn't even been bottled yet brought straight from Trinidad by the owner who was giving Rum Bar the first sniff. Probably the best experience we've had at a bar in Key West these guys truly love their job and it shows. read more

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mango daiquiri saved my life on a hot day. bartender was super sweet and helpful with getting us our drinks and recommending things on the menu! read more

A great place to get a rum drink. Atmosphere is very cozy. Bartender is very helpful if you don't know what to order.

Very cool vibe, small and quaint. Service and cocktails are perfect. Rum old fashioned is amazing

The Piña Coladas at The Rum Bar are absolutely amazing--creamy, perfectly balanced, and packed with tropical flavor. Hands down one of the best I've had. Highly recommend if you're in Key West! read more

Orange Creamsicle, possibly the best frozen drink on the island. beware ice cream headache. read more

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This is such a fun hideaway. It's small but the bartender makes you want to hang out and stay awhile. He's very knowledgeable and on point with patrons. Try the flight if you can handle it. Or a rum runner. Bathrooms are really clean and cute. Lots to look at while your there. Comfortable place for a few drinks. Not too costly either (unless you get a more expensive flight)! read more

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Great dive bar on Duvall Street, with a rum-running history. If you like low-key relaxed drinking with a personable bartender; this is your stop. Outside seating on patio, although drinks are ordered inside. Heavy on the rum for obvious (name) reasons, but the full bar is well-stocked! Good mojito, but the Toasted Coconut house drink is like a dessert drink with a kick; good enough that my tea-totalling wife had two! We'll be back for more! read more

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This stop on the Key West Rum tour was quite the treat. The bar itself is quaint and small inside, but full of rich Key West history! The bartender was friendly and welcoming. The Rum Punch sample we got was refreshing and the perfect balance of rum and punch! read more

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This place is so cute! We stopped here on one of our many walks downtown and got a drink. We sat outside on the patio, but there are a few spots inside at the bar. This place isn't particularly large, so I wouldn't suggest coming with too many people. While I held down the fort, the rest of the group went inside to order the drinks at the bar. The actual menu they provide only has about 8 drinks, all rum based, but they do offer full service if you're not interested in any of those. My whole group got a Painkiller, but that is definitely not my cup of tea, so I went with the classic mojito. The drinks were very strong but delicious. I really enjoyed sitting on the patio and people watching. They have some great music playing over the speakers that you can hear both inside and outside. Overall, definitely recommend stopping in here for a drink! The staff is awesome and so are the drinks!! read more

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Went back to the Rum Bar and once again it did not disappoint. The bar tender did a fantastic job with the drinks. Try a few of the specialty drinks they offer like the Rum Runner, PainKiller, dark & stormy and my favorite The Killer Redhead. This is a quaint speakeasy & INN. This place is a must to have a drink or two when you visit Key West. Also read up on the history about this place. read more

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The best key lime drink in Key West!! Actually has a key lime flavor unlike most other things labeled as "key lime" flavored. You will not regret ordering this. read more

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I love this place! Checks off the top key things I love. A whole in the wall off Duval and the best rum from around the world!! The most expensive one is called Dictador!! 160 dollars a shot!! I did not try it that night but next time. I did settle for a fine rum around my range of 15 bucks. If you like fine rum and want to forget about your troubles make sure to stop in! read more

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Amazing bar! The pina colada was fantastic!! Loved it will return one man bar tender. read more

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Stopped here on a food tour for a rum lunch. I can't remember the exact number, but they have literally s few hundred rums. Cool place to grab a drink. read more

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