What a delicious meal we had celebrating my youngest 30th bday!…read more The server and everyone attending to us were friendly and attentive.

My favorite spot this whole trip!…read more My boyfriend and I are on our first weekend getaway together. We decided our last dinner in town would be here. Our friend Bubba highly recommended it, saying "square grouper slaps." If you know him, you know that is extremely high praise. Let me tell you, square grouper does indeed slap. We were seated on the patio, facing the marina. We got to watch a magical sunset as we literally stuffed ourselves stupid with a variety of insanely yummo seafood. We got the coconut shrimp, portobello fries, scallops, and the tile fish, all per the amazing Ari's recommendations. Did I take any pictures NO I was enjoying a wonderful evening with my yummy man. They were all absolute wins. I've never had coconut shrimp before, and these were absolutely delightful- tender and tropical, which is not a flavor I thought I would enjoy but was happy at that uno reverse. The portobello fries were crisp and juicy?? And meaty from the mushroom?? Idk man a bitch was into it I ate them all. My scallops were divine- they came with this pork belly and sweet potato hash and just pleasured every tastebud with every bite. His tile fish was good, it was crispy and gorg. He ate the whole thing so fast, while commenting in between bites how much he was enjoying it. We also got the key lime pie (mine) and the brownie (his). It was literally my favorite key lime pie of the whole trip, it was so good. We couldn't finish the desserts and took them home, I'm really excited to have them as the best midnight snack of my life. Amazing Ari- you are a gem. Her service was unmatched. She was so happy, informative, and attentive. Her recommendations did not miss. She took phenomenal pictures for us in front of the water that I can one day show our kids and say "look how hot mom and dad were before you guys!" She needs a 200% raise. Thank you for making our last night here so wonderful!

Amanda , our server was great. She was very attentive to our needs. The food was also greatread more

We so enjoyed our dinner at Papa Joe's. The service was excellent, no rush, and everyone was there…read morewhen we wanted them but not when we didn't. Very enjoyable time. The food was wonderfully presented and delicious. Excellent service and wonderful food and drinks.

Not often you get a great view AND great food! Grilled yellowtail sandwich (sans bun, I have) was…read moreincredible! My partner got the blackened Mahi sandwich and loved it as well. Coleslaw tasted fresh, creamy, but still crunchy with a good snap. We both love our pickle as well, it's really the little things! I am a nut for conch chowder and really enjoyed mine. Drinks were great as well, margaritas were well balanced and didn't taste like cheap sour mix! 10/10 recommendation. Props to our server Kevin who was very accommodating and helped guide me to keep me safe with gluten free options.

The downstairs bar was packed for happy hour and the World Cup final, but we were still taken care…read moreof immediately. Two Hemingway mojitos were exactly what we needed. We then moved upstairs and grabbed seats at the bar. We ordered the peel and eat shrimp, calamari, and conch fritters. Everything was perfect and came out quickly despite the whole place buzzing. After two more mojitos, we moved to our table upstairs on the balcony. The views were amazing, and the live music on the beach made the whole experience even better. My wife ordered her go-to yellowtail "Lazy Way," which is a must. I had the stuffed whole yellowtail. Everything was excellent, and the portions were abundant. Oh, and did I mention the bread basket, complete with a mini loaf of banana bread! If you haven't been here yet, you need to add it to your list!

Great sunset views, good service and the food was delicious…read more We ordered mahi tacos, a watermelon salad with chicken and Arnold Palmer's. All was very good and left me wanting more. Waitress was attentive and jovial. The outdoor space is large and confortably accommodated big families. We would definitely be back.

Beautiful setting. Terrible service! Arrived at 7:30 with a…read morereservation. Booked a table for two by the water. Was given a large party table at the entrance, the only one held for us - no words!!! Found a high top table that didn't seem to get any service. 40 minutes in, still no drinks. Go somewhere else, folks!

Great atmosphere. Food was amazing and presented well. Bid…read moremenu with lots of choices. Great dessert case, many options. Great wine list. Service was super.

Yikes. Not sure how this place gets reviewed so highly?!…read more On a positive note the arancini balls were good. All four meals were average at best. We had pomodoro and added meatballs. This was a $25 pasta dish. The noodles were overcooked and tasted like boxed noodles. The homemade tomato sauce was just ok. Meatballs were decent. My child had a pizza which was ok. It was Neapolitan style and soggy. Our family of four spent $177 with tip, which I have no problem spending on a good meal, but this fell very short. We went to Wahoo's the other night and spent half that and it was 1000x better. Save your money and go elsewhere.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!…read more Such an awesome place for fresh oysters, cold IPA's, live music, and scenic ocean views. The service was fast and friendly. Great staff! We came here especially for their fresh oysters as we were trying different spots along the way. I'm a huge fan of oysters and boy, they did not disappoint. We also had the blackened snapper sandwich and grilled Mahi sandwich. Very fresh and tasty! Great place to stop by whether you're heading down to the most southern point or if you're headed back to Miami. I highly recommend Lorelei!

I need to be completely honest here - the food at Lorelei is not great, but the atmosphere is…read morereally nice! They usually have live music, the water view is beautiful and the sunsets are A VIBE here. highly recommend it for drinks and watching the sunset! Just don't expect too much from the food.

One of my fav places to stop! We always get the lasagna with meat sauce. Consistent over the years…read more Today we also tried the spinach salad with balsamic, fresh bacon, egg and onion. Sipped on key lime cider. No complaints! Portions are big enough to split or save for leftovers. We will be back next year!

Bayside Gourmet is one of those hidden gems that's easy to miss but absolutely worth seeking out…read more The outdoor patio is beautifully shaded and comfortable, making it easy to forget you're just off the main road. Inside, there are a few arcade games, which are a nice bonus if you're dining with kids. When we're ready for a break from seafood, this is our favorite Italian restaurant in the Keys. The food has always been excellent. The Portobello mushroom appetizer is an absolute must-order--it's one of our favorite dishes anywhere in the Keys. The Veal Parmesan is another standout. It's everything you'd hope for in a classic Parmesan, and the veal has been perfectly cooked every time we've ordered it. One convenient perk is that they'll deliver directly to your room at Hadley House across the street, making it a great option if you don't feel like going back out for dinner. A couple things to know before you go: they serve beer and wine but no liquor or cocktails, and dinner entrées aren't available until after 5:00 p.m. Unfortunately, our most recent visit was disappointing because of the service. We requested to sit outside, but before we were even seated, the waitress repeatedly tried to discourage us, first saying it was too hot and then insisting we needed to move inside because it had started raining. At the time, it was only a very light sprinkle. She began clearing items from the outdoor tables and rushed another couple who had been happily dining outside, removing the salt and pepper from their table and making them feel so hurried that the gentleman spilled his beer while trying to get up. The entire interaction felt uncomfortable and unwelcoming, and we ultimately decided to leave without ordering. Despite that experience, the quality of the food has consistently been outstanding over the years. We're hoping our last visit was simply an off day because it's a restaurant we've genuinely enjoyed and recommended many times.

We decide to go here for our anniversary dinner as we were in town and had been told they had…read moreamazing food. Our server was very attentive and offered dinner suggestions. We had the Islamorada shrimp, Ribeye steak and scallop potatoes. Everything was prepared perfectly and were huge portions. We have already started recommending this place to our friends we have met that are also staying at a resort close by. We will definitely be back next time we are in Islamorada. Maybe even again tonight!

In a word, overrated. There was a lot of hype around this restaurant from locals and others who…read morerecommended. When we arrived it was mostly disappointment. We arrived and it was an awkward welcome from the hostess and the staff; lots of rules where to park and how to order water and having the party together to sit down. Our server was friendly and welcomed us and took our cocktail orders. The bar is unimpressive, the cocktails were mediocre to below average and the orders were simple. Negronis and Old Fashioned should be well executed at a steakhouse, not the case here and the cherry in the old fashioned was neon pink like a dive bar. We switched to wine and the wine list is impressive and there are some values on the menu. Appetizers were mediocre at best. Lobster bisque, as others have shared was a miss. Shrimp Islamorada was average and the breading was soggy. Tomato basil was good. Entrees were good - fish, steak and lobster dishes were good. The sides were unimpressive and lacking in flavor. Dessert was a miss, house made key lime pie tasted store bought and the crème brûlée was inedible. The price for the meal was typical of a high end steak house, the experience and meal was something far different and can't recommend to others.

Great Food - tuna & mahi bites (best tuna we've had in a long time!)…read moreGreat TVs - fun place to watch games Great friendly service All around great environment - loved it!

Wow! The absolute best wings I've ever had. We ordered buffalo and lemon pepper. Effing amazing…read moreflavor. no time for a photo of the food BECAUSE WE ATE IT SO FAST!! Bartender was cool and took care of us quickly. Didn't enjoy the pool, but the vibe was cool. I could sit here and drink all day.

Stopped in for breakfast on our way north to Miami, based off a friend's recommendation and it was…read morea solid pick! We opted for breakfast (which is sacrilege after 12pm) and it HIT. THE. SPOT. Being first time visitors our waiter (younger guy with light eyes who had recently moved down in November) was extremely helpful and insightful with helping us choose a heart meal for our long drive. We'll definitely be back!

This place is a local favorite, so when traveling back to Miami has ti give it a shot. If you're…read morealready at the point of HANGRY.. then this place might not be it, only because there is a wait, unless you're fortunate enough to find counter space upon arrival. Place is located in a small plaza and has ample space to fit groups of 6 or more. The ambiance has a great local beach feel, cool decorations and pictures. The food was great. Tried the kitchen sink quesadilla and it was 4 huge pieces stuffed with egg, has browns. Sausage, green peppers, mushroom, onion. Definitely very willing and adding their local hot sauce made it an even better treat. Loved how it stayed warm while eating since it was all wrapped. The MM84 breakfast was as simple as can be and a winner , eggs and bacon, has brown and toast. Overall cool spot, would like to come back to try their lobster roll or lobster breakfast.