Located on Islamorada at mile marker 81.6, Morada Bay Beach Cafe is not only known for their great food, but also their island-style atmosphere. The water views, tall palms and cafe tables directly on the sand will have you feeling like you've escaped to a private beach. It's one of the best Florida Keys restaurants to stop for lunch along your drive, and they also have monthly Full Moon Parties and fantastic dinner choices as well. On the menu, you'll find an extensive list of tapas, fresh seafood, sandwiches and specialty drinks including a Mango Mojito and Floridita.
This local favorite was recommended to me on Twitter numerous times, so I had to try it. It's a hidden gem located on a residential street in an intimate fine-dining setting with casual Key West style. What they lack in water views they make up for with fantastic food including a tuna and watermelon ceviche and fresh catch with banana salsa and lime butter sauce. If you go, you must try their secret family recipe banana bread prepared as french toast with maple syrup and Tahitian vanilla ice cream.
This has to be the most fun I've had at breakfast in a long time! Authentic French Crepes and Galettes are made right before your eyes in a lively upbeat atmosphere makes this option for Florida Keys restaurants one of the best. Outdoor, cafe-style seating is available where you can enjoy the famous Key West roosters crowing in the morning while sipping a cappuccino. The hardest decision you'll have to make is what to order as everything on the menu is appetizing. I recommend their Red Velvet, a buckwheat crepe with homemade raspberry chocolate ganache, fresh strawberries, English custard ice cream and raspberry coulis.
If you're in the mood for a steakhouse-style meal, then check out Tavern N Town at the Beachside Marriott. Their Executive Chef, Kevin Montova, won first place in the Key West Master Chef Classic for his flavorful creation of Coffee Chipotle Crusted Pork Tenderloin with black bean cake and pineapple chutney. Here at the restaurant, you can see all the chefs in action in their open theater-style kitchen.
Located right next to the marina and "charter boat row," this open-air restaurant is my favorite place for a chilled beverage and conch fritters just before heading out on an boat excursion such as a sunset sail on a schooner. Another one of my favorites on their menu is the Cracked Conch with Orange Horseradish Marmalade.
