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# The Key Wester

Key West Travel Information, places to stay, things to do, and fishing

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## Posts

- [Key West Travel Blog Page](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-blog-page/) - The Key West travel blog pages covers all the posts of The Key Wester. Restaurant reviews things to do, details about Key West and News. Informative and light.
- [El Siboney Restaurant Stock Island - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/el-siboney-restaurant-stock-island-review/) - El Siboney is named after a little known Cuban Indian tribe, the Siboney. Cuban food done family style. Formerly the Rusty Anchor on Stock Island, Key West.
- [Split | Shared Fishing Charters](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-shared-or-split-offshore-deep-sea-charters-how-it-works/) - Split | Shared fishing charters in Key West for deep sea fishing. go with a split shared fishing charter and save by paying for just your seat. .
- [Conchiglia Italian Restaurant - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/conchiglia-review/) - Conchiglia is a recently opened Italian restaurant on Duval Street in Key West, Florida. Ambiance is beautiful, with inside, outside, and bar seating options.
- [Christmas in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/christmas-dinner-key-west/) - Key West Christmas dinner. Who is putting on the Christmas spread and inviting all the visitors of Key West to come and enjoy this festive holiday dinner.
- [Thanksgiving Key West 2025](https://thekeywester.com/blog/thanksgiving-key-west/) - Thanksgiving Key West 2024 a list of great places to enjoy this American tradition of family, friends, food and drink here in Key West. A tropical Thanksgiving.
- [A&B Lobster House: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/ab-lobster-house-review/) - A&B Lobster House in Key West by the water front. Not only offers spectacular views of the harbor also some amazing dishes that have become a fine dining stapl
- [Family Friendly Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/family-friendly-key-west/) - What is Family Friendly Key West? Many people do not realize that there are a plethora of other things to do in Key West, many of which are family friendly!
- [Key West and the History of Flight](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-and-the-history-of-flight/) - Key West and The History of Flight is a look back at aviation in Key West. The new airport calls for a look back at history to see how It all began.
- [Smoothie Shuttle Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/smoothie-shuttle-review/) - Smoothie Shuttle has a large menu, but they specialize in serving fresh smoothies made from high-quality ingredients.
- [The Best Free Things to do in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-best-free-things-to-do-in-key-west/) - Key West is by no means a cheap place to visit, but for those looking to save some money, there are plenty of free and fun things to do on the island. Here are some of our favorites! For those of you 21 and older, Key West’s First Legal Rum Distillery offers free rum tastings
- [Fishwife Restaurant and Raw Bar - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/fishwife-restaurant-and-raw-bar-review/) - Fishwife Restaurant and Raw Bar offers Bahamian-inspired seafood as well as options for the non-seafood eater and a full bar in Key West's Bahamas Village.
- [Red Shoe Island Bistro - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/red-shoe-island-bistro-review/) - Red Shoe Island Bistro restaurant review Key West. A quaint little restaurant with wonderful service and fantastic food. Reservations highly recommended.
- [Key West Museums](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-museums/) - Our tiny island is so rich with history. Here is as comprehensive list as I could put together for those visiting and interesting in our island's history.
- [Croissants de France Bakery & Pastries - Stock Island](https://thekeywester.com/blog/croissants-de-france-bakery-pastries-stock-island/) - Croissants de France Stock Island has an expanded menu with assortments of croissants and quiches, you can now get sandwiches, omelettes, and more!
- [Goldman's Deli](https://thekeywester.com/blog/goldmans-deli-review/) - Goldman's Deli Review - enjoy traditional “boiled and baked” bagels and other yummy New York deli style family recipes with everything made from scratch daily.
- [Top Ten Breakfast Restaurants Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/top-ten-for-breakfast-key-west/) - Top 10 breakfast restaurants Key West. Some famous places, some places you have not heard of. Breakfast in Key West can be amazing and a foodies delight.
- [The Docks Restaurant - Raw Bar Stock Island](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-docks-restaurant-review/) - The Docks Stock Island restaurant raw bar Stock Island review. Dockside dining. Indoor outdoor seating bar / grill menu the freshest seafood on the island.
- [Bad Boy Taqueria & Tequila](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bad-boy-taqueria-tequila/) - Bad Boy Taqueria & Tequila at the Perry Resort on Stock Island - grab a delicious alcoholic concoction and tasty Mexican fare at this casual outdoor eatery.
- [Key West Sandbar Trips | The Better Beaches](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-sandbar-trips-the-better-beaches/) - Key West sandbar trips are the better beaches. Sandbar charter trips have become a popular way to enjoy the day on the waters surrounding Key West.
- [Key West Hook And Cook Your Catch](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurants-that-cook-your-catch/) - Key West hook and cook your catch guide. Catch fish on our local Key West fishing charters, and have a restaurant cook it up for you and your group.
- [Blue Heaven Restaurant - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/blue-heaven-review/) - Blue Heaven Restaurant is probably one of the most famous restaurants in Key West. Centrally located with American Caribbean cuisine. Famous specialty dishes.
- [Hook and Cook at Ocean's Edge Restaurant the Yellowfin Bar](https://thekeywester.com/blog/yellowfin-bar-and-kitchen/) - February 5, 2020 - Today I headed over to the docks at Oceanside Marina at Ocean's Edge Resort to meet some clients after their deep sea fishing charter. They wanted a recommendation on where to bring their kingfish, dolphin (aka mahi mahi or dorado) and mutton snapper to get prepared for them to enjoy for
- [Southernmost Beach Cafe | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/southernmost-beach-cafe-review/) - It had been a long, long time since I had last eaten here. But last night my husband and I joined our friends at the Southernmost Beach Cafe for a birthday dinner celebration. Located at the Southernmost Beach Resort on South Street, you can enjoy outdoor beachside dining in the shade. To start, we ordered
- [Seven Fish Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/seven-fish-restaurant-review/) - My husband and I decided that our Friday date night would be dinner at Seven Fish, and I was super excited! Thankfully, I called to make reservations. If I hadn't, our date night would have been ruined as they only had two slots still opened! So the moral of the story is, make reservations if you
- [Pepe's Cafe Key  West - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/pepes-cafe-key-west-review/) - Pepe's Cafe located at 806 Caroline Street in Key West serves breakfast, lunch, dinner daily. It is also the oldest restaurant on the island. With bar outside.
- [New York Pasta Garden | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/new-york-pasta-garden-review/) - Conveniently located in Duval Square between Duval and Simonton Streets with ample free parking, NYPG reminds me of an outdoor cafe in the Old Country. I love the atmosphere here where you can relax outside with a glass of wine and some good Italian food. The food is moderately priced and they serve up large
- [Martin's | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/martins-review/) - I had eaten at Martin's before and enjoyed the experience, but it had been awhile so my husband and I decided to take some friends who were visiting from out of town. Located at 917 Duval Street next to the Restaurant Nine One Five sits this pretty little place with indoor and outdoor seating with
- [Kaya Island Eats: Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/kaya-island-eats-restaurant-review/) - Island fusion food is the best in Key West. 618 Duval Street. Pacific and Caribbean-inspired menu. Enjoy quiet dining to live music and games.
- [Hurricane Hole | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/hurricane-hole-review/) - After picking up my husband and some friends at the airport the other night we stopped by the restaurant at Hurricane Hole Marina for a later bite to eat. In the past, the quality had been wanting, but the restaurant was recently taken over so we thought that we would try it out. When we
- [Key West Restaurant Review: The Hogfish Bar and Grill](https://thekeywester.com/blog/hogfish-bar-grill/) - The Hogfish Bar and Grill is hidden away in Safe Harbor on the Stock Island section of Key West. This is Key West old style! It is a locals hangout, but many a lucky tourist hear about this gem and make their way over to experience Key West the way it used to be. You
- [The Grand Cafe | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-grand-cafe-review/) - The Grand Cafe is an elegant eatery located on the bustling 300 block of Duval Street. Indoor and outdoor seating is available throughout the grounds of this converted Victorian home; you can enjoy a meal or just a few drinks as you relax in the garden setting, the wraparound porch, the beautiful dining rooms, or
- [D.J's Clam Shack - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/d-j-s-clam-shack-review/) - When one thinks of Key West dining, inevitably, fresh seafood comes to mind. D.J.’s Clam Shack, a little hole in the wall location on Key West's famed Duval Street, serves some of the freshest seafood around. Just ask celebrity chef, Guy Fieri, who has featured this location on his show, Diners, Drive-in's & Dives, twice
- [Cafe Sole - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/cafe-sole-review/) - It had been awhile since I had last eaten at Key West's Cafe Sole, and I am not sure as to exactly why. My husband and I were on our way downtown for date night dinner on Sunday and at the last minute, we decided to forgo our plans for where we were going to
- [Benihana | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/benihana-review/) - Last night we had dinner with some friends at Benihana. In case you are unfamiliar with this chain, it is a Japanese hibachi and sushi restaurant, known both for its food and the entertainment of the chefs preparing the food right in front of you. We arrived at 6pm without reservations, and while the restaurant
- [Chico's Cantina | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/chicos-cantina-review/) - Chico's Cantina, located at 5230 US HWY 1 on Stock Island serves traditional Mexican fare at reasonable rates. With indoor and outdoor seating space.
- [Southernmost VFW Post 3911](https://thekeywester.com/blog/southernmost-vfw-post-3911/) - Anyone can eat or drink at the Southernmost VFW Post 3911 in Key West. And, you can also shop at the butcher and deli onsite. Enjoy daily specials.
- [La Concha Key West Autograph Collection](https://thekeywester.com/blog/la-concha-key-west-autograph-collection/) - Located on Duval Street, La Concha Key West hotel built in the Spanish Colonial Revival style, opened in 1926. Marriott Autograph Collection.
- [Happy Hour in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/happy-hour-in-key-west/) - The saying goes that "it's five o'clock somewhere. Here are some of the best happy hour locations in Key West for pricing and selection.
- [Celebrating New Year's Eve in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/celebrating-new-years-eve-in-key-west/) - Celebrating New Year's Eve in Key West is not necessarily how people picture ringing in the New Year. We have some really fun ways to ring in 2026!
- [Thanksgiving 2025 in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/thanksgiving-2025-in-key-west/) - Are you planning on spending Thanksgiving 2025 in Key West? Well, this is your ultimate guide to how to spend this foodie holiday in our island town.
- [Books about Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/books-about-key-west/) - Key West has always interested people. So there is no wonder that there are so many books about Key West, both fiction and non-fiction.
- [Things to Do in the Lower Keys](https://thekeywester.com/blog/activitieslower-florida-keys/) - So you have a car and you want to get away from the hubbub of Key West for a day. Well here are some things to do just a short drive away in the Lower Keys.
- [Key West Private Sunset Sails](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-private-sunset-sails/) - Key West is renowned for its beautiful sunsets. So it is no surprise that one of the most frequent request that I get from clients is for a private sunset sail. We have had everything from couples looking for a romantic evening alone on the water to wedding parties and corporate groups looking to entertain
- [Key West's Best Key Lime Pie](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-best-key-lime-pie/) - Key West has many versions of Key Lime Pie, the state pie. Here are some of the best places to get it while visiting the island.
- [Key West New Year's Eve 2012](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-new-years-eve-2012/) - Believe it or not, Key West is actually one of the most popular destinations for party revelers to visit for New Year's Eve. And with three big count downs to the new year, why wouldn't it be? If you do plan on visiting the Southernmost City this holiday season, here is how you can expect
- [Key West Thanksgiving - 2012](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-thanksgiving/) - See our updated post for Thanksgiving 2015!! Key West Thanksgiving Updates... What a great way to spend Thanksgiving. Its warm, the tropics, perfect weather. Great meals with company or family and you are on vacation in Key West. What could be better? Traditional or not.. (turkey or seafood) we will have the best of what Key
- [Rainy Day In Key West What to Do?](https://thekeywester.com/blog/what-to-do-in-key-west/) - Rainy Day in Key West. It happens, what is there to do? Check out our list of rain friendly things to do here in Key West. You might be surprised..
- [Cinco de Mayo Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/cinco-de-mayo-key-west/) - Today is Cinco de Mayo Key West! I love this holiday as it is an excuse to eat Mexican cuisine, a favorite of mine. (Just ask Jeff and Debbie from Chico's Cantina; I am there way too often!) If you find yourself in Key West today, celebrate the day with some delicious Mexican food! And
- [Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Key West with Mexican Food](https://thekeywester.com/blog/celebrate-cinco-de-mayo-in-key-west-with-mexican-food/) - Many restaurants on the island of Key West have Mexican inspired dishes; but only a handful can call themselves Mexican restaurants.
- [Lunch at White Street Pizza - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lunch-at-white-street-pizza-review/) - Recently, White Street Pizza expanded from just dinner service to also serving lunch - whipping up some amazing sandwiches and salads.
- [Key West Restaurant Vacation Closures 2025](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-vacation-closures-2025/) - Key West restaurant vacation closures in 2025 typically happen in the later summer and early fall. This is what we locals refer to as the off-season.
- [Camping and RVing in and Around Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/camping-and-rvs-key-west/) - Key West is a tiny island so RV parking and campsite are limited. If you don't mind staying in the Lower Keys there are more options.
- [Key West Sports Bars](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-sports-bars/) - With more bartenders per capita than anywhere else, you can bet that Key West has no shortage of bars to choose from. With everything from wine bars to tiki bars, there is something for everyone. But when you are visiting our little island and it is game day, you need to know where to go
- [Lolita's Coastal Cocina](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lolitas-coastal-cocina/) - Lolita's Coastal Cocina at the Opal Resort in Key West Florida is a Mexican experience with tequila, mezcal and many yummy dishes such as street tacos and more!
- [Broil - Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/broil-restaurant-review/) - 2025 Update Our Broil restaurant review 2025 update is here! Since our first visit back in 2022, my husband and I come here on occasion when we want a great meal without driving into Key West. And, I decided to come here for dinner to celebrate my birthday this past week. Except for holidays, Broil
- [Abbondanza Italian Restaurant | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/abbondanza-italian-restaurant-review/) - Located on Simonton Street, Abbondanza is a family style Italian restaurant. The building is made up of several conch cottages that have been connected.
- [Pop's Smoke Shed Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/pops-smoke-shed-key-west-food-truck-review/) - Pop’s Smoke Shed here in Key West is a food Truck that has made some fame with their smoked BBQ. Originally opened in Big Pine Key by mile marker 31 the father and son team Danny and Hunter were inspired by their “Pop” and decided to share the culinary skills they learned from him with
- [Pescado Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/elementor-8502/) - Visit Pescado at 1126 Truman Ave in Key West for mouthwatering fish tacos, fried shrimp, and tasty breakfast—packed with flavor and friendly faces
- [Tongo's Mexican Food: Key West Food Truck Review Series](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tongos-mexican-food-key-west-food-truck-review-series/) - We felt like Mexican food, so we drove into Key West to try out Tongo's food truck which has been located at the Pawn Shop on Roosevelt Blvd for awhile now.
- [One Love Food Truck](https://thekeywester.com/blog/one-love-food-truck/) - One Love Food Truck offers great food Tuesday through Sunday. They also cater events and will deliver if you are going on a charter with 24 hours notice.
- [Key West Food Truck Series: Paradise Seafood Coffee Shop](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-food-truck-series-paradise-seafood-coffee-shop/) - Food trucks are a huge part of the restaurant industry now. Located behind Murray Marine on Stock Island, Paradise Seafood Coffee Shop is my latest find.
- [Key West Food Truck Series: Cow Key Food Truck](https://thekeywester.com/blog/cow-key-food-truck-review-food-truck-series/) - My friend Paulette had an extended lunch break today, so we decided to order lunch from the new Cow Key Food Truck. I couldn't believe that the phone was answered almost immediately and the person that answered was super friendly. We were told that our order would be ready in about 30 minutes, so Paulette
- [Key West Food Truck Series: Deluna's](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-food-truck-series-delunas/) - Deluna's has been around for many years, although not always in food truck form. It used to be housed in a now dilapidated building just around the corner from its current location in Boyd's Campground on Stock Island. Deluna's has some outdoor seating available and they offer pick up service as well to the local
- [Key West Food Truck Series: Taco Express](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-food-truck-series-taco-express/) - I get my usual Mexican food fix by going to Chico's Cantina, but with as busy as I have been, I opted for convenience and had Taco Express food truck deliver me my lunch, which is oh so nice! Located on Cross Street in Key West, literally just steps away from Chico's, yet the food
- [Key West Food Truck Series: One Love](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-food-truck-series-one-love/) - Being from New Jersey, food trucks are nothing new to me. I grew up going to the affectionately termed "grease trucks" located near Rutgers University. Over the past few year, food trucks have become quite the craze. Key West now has a number of food trucks to choose from serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Today,
- [The Seaside Cafe at the Southernmost Mansion - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-seaside-cafe-at-the-southernmost-mansion-review/) - The Seaside Cafe is located on the grounds of the historic Southernmost House. A gorgeous ocean front guest house and a free museum.
- [Onlywood Pizzeria Trattoria | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/onlywood-pizzeria-trattoria-review/) - Onlywood is a new Pizzeria located down a little alley off of Duval Street. It can be a bit difficult to find unless you know where to look. But if you know where Lobo's or Antonia's are located finding Onlywood presents no issues at all. We had our choice of sitting inside or outside, and
- [BO's Fish Wagon | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bos-fish-wagon-review/) - For years people have been telling me that I have to eat at B.O.'s Fish Wagon on Caroline Street. And for years I have avoided it because the open-air restaurant, while being very Key West casual, always seemed a bit dirty to me. We decided to finally try it the other day since we were
- [Duetto Gelato and Pizza | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/duetto-gelato-and-pizza-review/) - After watching the first part of the Papa look-a-like context, my husband and I along with our friend Tommy headed just down Greene Street looking for a bite to eat as we were all famished after a long day. We stumbled into Duetto which is a tiny little pizzeria about a block from Sloppy Joe's, and
- [Souper Happy Key West Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/souper-happy-key-west-restaurant-review/) - Souper Happy. If you like soup.You can also order from the Miso Happy Manu which is their sister restaurant right next door that shares a kitchen.
- [El Molcajete Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/el-molcajete-restaurant-review/) - A new Mexican restaurant has opened in Key West. El Molcajete, located at 1500 Bertha Street, is open for lunch and dinner.
- [Key West Fantasy Fest](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fantasy-fest/) - So, Hope you all enjoyed the Goombay Street Festival this weekend! This event kicks off the start of Fantasy Fest here in Key West. The street fair is a lot of fun, with vendors peddling all types of wares and wonderful Bahamian foods being sold to event goers. This is one of the more tame
- [Forks and Stix Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/forks-and-stix-restaurant-review/) - We ventured to Big Pine Key's Forks and Stix. This family run establishment has an eclectic menu of foods from burgers to sushi and a hodgepodge of decor.
- [Key West Lobsterfest - 2018](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-lobsterfest-2018/) - This will be the 22nd year that Key West celebrates the opening of lobster season by throwing the best party of the summer. Thousands of lobster lovers come to Key West for four fun filled days and nights to eat and play in the Florida Keys sunshine. Here are the main events... THURSDAY AUGUST 9TH,
- [Key West Boat Races](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-boat-races/) - 2018 Key West World Championship Boat Races Event Schedule Things To Do and how to watch The Races. ABOUT The 2018 World Championship Races for Super Boat International start in Key West on November 4th. Not only is it exciting to view the races, but my favorite part is watching the boats paraded down Duval
- [Lobsterfest 2019](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lobsterfest-2019/) - Lobster season opens on August 6th. This will be the 23rd year that Key West celebrates with the four day event, Lobsterfest. Thousands of lobster lovers come to Key West to celebrate, eat and play in the Florida Keys sunshine while enjoying this delicious Caribbean crustacean. Here are the main events... August 8, 2019 Lobster
- [Key West New Year's Eve Happenings](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-new-years-eve-happenings/) - Key West New Year's Eve Parties Finally, Key West New Year's Eve parties are back to ring in 2022! Indeed, the island of Key West is known as a party town. In other words, what better place is there to ring in the new year? Plus, with temps typically in the 70's in December you
- [Key West Celebrates 200th Anniversary](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-celebrates-200th-anniversary/) - On March 25th, 1822, Matthew Perry claimed the island for America. Now we celebrate Key West's bicentennial with several events scheduled for March 2022.
- [Jose's Latin Food - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/joses-latin-food-review/) - We decided to try Jose's Latin Food since neither one of us had been there before and it was in the same plaza as we were heading to anyway.
- [Square Grouper Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/square-grouper-key-west/) - Square Grouper Key West is finally open, so my husband and I had to try it out for lunch the other day while we were running errands in town.
- [Glazed Donuts - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/glazed-donuts-review/) - Glazed Donuts is the Southernmost donut shop and has been open since 2012, offering an array of different donut flavors, all made fresh in house.
- [How to spend Independence Day in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/how-to-spend-independence-day-in-key-west/) - Key West offers a variety of activities for celebrating the 4th of July. Enjoy fireworks, beach parties, festivals and other family friendly events.
- [Key West Fishing](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fishing-2/) - Key West fishing is a popular way to spend a day. Fisherman, from novice to expert, have an option of inshore, reef or offshore fishing.
- [Key West in the Summer](https://thekeywester.com/blog/why-you-should-visit-key-west-in-the-summer/) - Key West in the Summer. Your summer travel plans should include visiting Key West. Be here without the winter crowds and Get more for your time spent.
- [Where to get Prime Rib in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/where-to-get-prime-rib-in-key-west/) - Where to get Prime Rib in Key West. Which restaurants serve it regularly. Duffy's, Outback Steakhouse, Tavern N Town, Milagro's, La Te Da.
- [Key West Coffee Shops](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-coffee-shops-and-bakeries/) - For a little island, Key West has a lot of coffee shops, some attached to bakeries, restaurants, delis and even grocery stores and laundry mats!
- [White Street Pizza Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/white-street-pizza-review/) - White Street Pizza opened up a few weeks ago, and last night I had an opportunity to try it out. Sister restaurant to Red Shoe Island Bistro in Key West.
- [Sweet Conch Kitchen - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/sweet-conch-kitchen-review/) - Key West local Denzel Fisher started Sweet Conch Kitchen to share his passion for food and for cooking. He operates out of the American Legion Post 28.
- [Sarabeth's Breakfast Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/sarabeths-breakfast-restaurant-review/) - Nestled in the heart of Key West, Sarabeth's is a culinary gem that offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. The patio is small dog friendly.
- [Cheap Things to Do in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/cheap-things-to-do-in-key-west/) - There are so many things to do on our island Paradise, and most of them cost money. But, there are a few things to keep you entertained that will cost you very little to nothing! Imagine that! For the budget minded person, below are a dozen things to do in Key West for under $25
- [Bruschetta Francesca Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bruschetta-francesca-review/) - Bruschetta Francesca has been on my radar for awhile. The restaurant staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. The owner is from Sicily.
- [Old Town Trolley v. Conch Tour Train: Which Tour is Best?](https://thekeywester.com/blog/old-town-trolley-v-conch-tour-train-which-tour-is-best/) - The Conch Tour Train or the Old Town Trolley. Which is the best option for touring Key West. And where can you get tickets.
- [The Bent Prop Bar & Grill Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-bent-prop-bar-grill-review/) - Bent Prop Bar & Grill review - I wanted to give a new place a fair shake. Located in Cudjoe Gardens. Seafood heavy with indoor and outdoor seating.
- [Key West Waterfront Restaurants](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-waterfront-restaurants/) - One of the most frequent questions that I get from people visiting Key West is about where to eat. And many times they want to eat out at least one night while taking in the gorgeous water views we have here in Key West. Being an island, there are numerous waterfront restaurants to choose from
- [A Key West Guide for Cruise Ship Passengers](https://thekeywester.com/blog/a-key-west-guide-for-cruise-ship-passengers/) - But Key West is also a popular cruise ship destination with Carnival, Celebrity, and several other lines that make regular stops to the island.
- [Wedges Bar and Grill at the Key West Golf Course Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/wedges-bar-and-grill-at-the-key-west-golf-course-restaurant-review/) - The Wedges Bar and Grill at the Key West Golf Course restaurant review is a long time coming. Anyone from the public can have lunch here too.
- [Flamingo Crossing Ice Cream](https://thekeywester.com/blog/flamingo-crossing-ice-cream/) - Flamingo Crossing gelato style ice cream is not shipped in from anywhere. It is all made in house. And, it has been since they opened in 1987.
- [Twelve Stock Island Restaurants & Food Trucks](https://thekeywester.com/blog/twelve-stock-island-restaurants-food-trucks/) - The island just before you get to Key West proper, aka Stock Island, is booming. And, they have the fare share of great restaurants.
- [Caroline Street Treasures](https://thekeywester.com/blog/caroline-street-treasures/) - Caroline Street is lined with restaurants, bars, places to stay, museums, historic conch homes, island stores and even parking areas line this street!
- [Thanksgiving in Key West, 2021](https://thekeywester.com/blog/thanksgiving-in-key-west-2021/) - Thanksgiving in Key West nothing like Turkey in the tropics. What the restaurants are serving and who is offering specials. Where to watch football.
- [Thanksgiving in Key West 2022](https://thekeywester.com/blog/thanksgiving-in-key-west-2022/) - People visiting Key West want to know where they can get a traditional turkey dinner on Thanksgiving. Below is our guide to Thanksgiving in Key West for 2022.
- [Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Fish Tacos, Key West Style](https://thekeywester.com/blog/mahi-mahi-fish-tacos-key-west-style/) - I absolutely love tacos. Living down here in Key West, fish tacos are a pretty common menu item at just about any seafood restaurant. The fish of choice is typically mahi mahi (also known as dolphin fish or dorado) as this species are pretty prolific in our waters. Mahi can be substituted of course for
- [Island Genn's Smoked Wahoo Salad](https://thekeywester.com/blog/island-genns-smoked-wahoo-salad/) - I have been making tuna salad for years, and I love it, but after making this wahoo salad, I may never eat tuna salad again! The wahoo salad is so flavorful. Freshly smoked fish will beat the taste of canned fish anytime! For those of you worried about smoking fish, don’t be! The first time
- [Thanksgiving, Key West - 2023](https://thekeywester.com/blog/thanksgiving-key-west-2023/) - Where they can get a traditional turkey dinner on Thanksgiving? Below, check out our guide to Thanksgiving in Key West for 2023.
- [Christmas Dinner Key West 2023](https://thekeywester.com/blog/christmas-dinner-key-west-2023/) - As a foodie, meals are one of the more important parts of the holidays for me. So, when I am going someplace new, I want to know the best places to eat. Below is our listing of restaurants offering Christmas specials in Key West. (The list is not exhaustive, and it will be updated throughout
- [The Key West Sculpture Garden - Where History Meets Art](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-key-west-sculpture-garden-where-history-meets-art/) - At Mallory Square is the sculpture garden. It features thirty-six bronze busts of people that have had a huge impact on our island city of Key West.
- [Key West's St. Mary Star of the Sea](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-st-mary-star-of-the-sea/) - There is one Catholic Church in Key West, St. Mary Star of the Sea, the fifth Minor Basilica in Florida and the seventy-second in the United States of America.
- [Last Day of the Atlantic Hurricane Season](https://thekeywester.com/blog/last-day-of-the-atlantic-hurricane-season/) - Today is November 30, 2024, and it is the last day of the Atlantic Hurricane Season! The season runs each year from June 1 until November 30.
- [Key West Architecture: Conch Houses](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-architecture-conch-houses/) - A conch house is a style of architecture developed in Key West, Florida in the 19th century by Bahamian shipbuilders that moved to the island.
- [Bob's on Margaret - Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bobs-on-margaret-restaurant-review/) - The Bobs on Margaret restaurant review was something that I was very excited about doing. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor dining space and outdoor bar.
- [Key West Cemetery](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-cemetery/) - Key West Cemetery run by The Historic Florida Keys Foundation provides preservation and services. open daily 7 am to 7 pm in summer and 7 am to 6 pm in winter.
- [Dog Friendly Key West Businesses](https://thekeywester.com/blog/a-list-of-dog-friendly-key-west-businesses/) - Key West is very dog friendly, but check directly with the proprietor before making your plans. Also, note that size does matter when it comes to dogs.
- [Key West Parks](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-parks/) - Looking for a place to hang out, play tennis, bike, or do one of the many other activities that a park can allow? Here's a list of the parks found on Key West.
- [Key West Beaches](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-beaches/) - Key West and you want to relax at the beach for some of your trip. you'll want to know where all of the best beaches are.
- [Key West Restaurant Vacation Closures 2024](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-vacation-closures-2024/) - Things slow down a bit in Key West in the fall, the off-season. So, several local businesses will close for anywhere from a week to month.
- [Ram's Head Southernmost Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/rams-head-southernmost-restaurant-review/) - Ram's Head Southernmost serves breakfast lunch and dinner. Indoor and outdoor seating. Full bar as well with a Bloody Mary bar.
- [Key West and the Movies (& Television)!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-and-the-movies/) - you would not be surprised to find that there have been many movies and a few television shows have been filmed in Key West and throughout the Florida Keys.
- [Snorkeling | Fishing Combo Charters](https://thekeywester.com/blog/snorkeling-fishing-combo-charters/) - July 21 2018 - Snorkeling and Fishing Combo Charters What a great way to spend the day on the waters off of Key West. Two popular activities for one price on a private boating charter. These charters are Provided by Dream Catcher Charters, the premier Key West Fishing, boating and sight seeing charter company. With
- [Key West Olive Oil and Gourmet](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-olive-oil-and-gourmet/) - the store offers more than oil and vinegar! Beers, wines, gourmet foods, cheeses, olives, focaccia mix, crackers, jellies, jams, chocolates and seasonings.
- [Key West Gardens](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-gardens/) - But it has a good number of gardens that are open to the public, and they provide a wonderful setting for weddings and other events.
- [Traveling to Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/traveling-to-key-west/) - Key West is a small island, about 2 miles wide by 4 miles long. It is the very last island that you can get to by car in the Florida Keys archipelago.
- [National Key Deer Refuge](https://thekeywester.com/blog/national-key-deer-refuge/) - The National Key Deer Refuge established in 1957 made up of about 9,000 acres mangrove forests, freshwater wetlands, hardwood hammocks, and pine forests.
- [Key West Weather - What to Expect](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-weather/) - Key West is a subtropical island. It is the closest point to the equator in the continental USA. That makes our weather here nearly perfect everyday!
- [Key West Lobsterfest 2024](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-lobsterfest-2024/) - 27th annual Lobsterfest is the biggest party of the summer in Key West. The opening of lobster season begins August 6th and Lobsterfest runs August 8-11, 2024.
- [The Key West Historic Seaport](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-key-west-historic-seaport/) - Key West’s historic seaport epicenter for fishing, shrimping, sponging, and turtling. shops and restaurants line the port.
- [Island Fish Company and Tiki Bar | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/island-fish-company-and-tiki-bar-review/) - Normally I write about Key West and the Lower Keys, but I am taking a slight departure here and writing about a place located in Marathon which is really only about a 45 minute drive away from Key West. The first time I ate at the Island was over 10 years ago, and back then
- [Key West Celebrates  Hemingway Days](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-hemingway-days/) - This week Key West has been busy celebrating the life of one of its most famed residents ever to call the island home, Ernest Hemingway, or as the locals used to call him, Papa. From July 19th to the 24th, the 31st Annual Hemingway Days celebration rages. Some of the scheduled events include a Papa lookalike
- [Paradise Pups](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-dogs/) - One of the nice things about Key West is that it is rather dog friendly. A number of rental houses, inns, restaurants and shops will welcome you and your pup.
- [El Rinconcito Mexican Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/el-rinconcito-mexican-restaurant-review/) - El Rinconcito Mexican Restaurant Review Key West, Florida. this tiny eatery offers on site dining as well as delivery. Located in New Town in Winn Dixie Plaza.
- [Get Tickets for the Best Key West Attractions!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/get-tickets-for-the-best-key-west-attractions/) - For a tiny island of two by four miles, there are so many things to do and see while visiting Key West. Harry Truman, Key West Aquarium, Shipwreck Museum
- [Key West Recipe: Smoked Fish Dip](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-recipe-smoked-fish-dip/) - Found at almost every local restaurant and grocery store, and each one tastes completely different, I like to make my own smoked fish dip.
- [Southernmost Point](https://thekeywester.com/blog/southernmost-point/) - The Southernmost Point Buoy is a concrete monument anchored to the ground at the corner of South Street and Whitehead Street in Key West, Florida.
- [Stock Rock Cafe Key West Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/stock-rock-cafe-key-west-restaurant-review/) - Located at Cow Key Marina on Stock Island is Stock Rock Cafe. It is a pleasant place to grab a bite and a drink for a casual lunch.
- [Harbor Cafe Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/harbor-cafe-restaurant-review/) - Harbor Cafe serves coffees, teas, breakfast and lunch options. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 8am until 3pm at 90311 Old Highway A, in Tavernier, FL.
- [Mangrove Mama's Restaurant | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/mangrove-mamas-restaurant-review/) - Mangrove Mama's Restaurant, located on Sugarloaf Key, has been in business for over 30 years. New owners, new menu to try.
- [Key West Valentine's Day 2024](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-valentines-day-2023/) - Well, the sweetest day of the year is almost here. Yes, I am talking about Valentine's Day. If you are going to be visiting our island city for this lovers holiday, be prepared to wow your significant other. Or, maybe just go ahead and treat yourself instead. You deserve it! You can always get the
- [Banana Cafe | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/banana-cafe-review/) - Banana Cafe has long been a favorite breakfast, lunch or dinner spot of mine. Serving great coffees, desserts and drinks as well on Duval Street in Key West.
- [Parking on Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/parking-on-key-west/) - Below, a list of these parking lots and other parking information with costs is provided to help you during your visit to Key West.
- [Key West Art Galleries](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-art-galleries/) - Did you know that there are more than 30 art galleries on our tiny island of Key West? Find out where to buy that piece of the island you went home without!
- [Key West Higgs Beach Dog Park](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-higgs-beach-dog-park/) - Dogs just love Higgs Beach Dog Park in Key West. A great place to let Pup enjoy the beach. Easy to get to from anywhere in Key West. Puppy Friendly
- [Your Key West Spa Day](https://thekeywester.com/blog/your-key-west-spa-day/) - Key West also has a number of spas that the ladies, and even some men really love. It is vacation after all, so pamper yourself!
- [Key West Historic Markers Tour: The Freeman Curry House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-historic-markers-tour-the-freeman-curry-house/) - Walking around downtown last night, I got a great shot of the beautiful and historic Freeman Curry House. Located at 724 Eaton Street, this impressive residence brings one back to a slower time, truly island time! Shipbuilder Samuel Filer originally built the house in 1865. The home is primarily built of Dade County heart pine
- [Key West Historic Markers](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-historic-markers/) - For all of those history buffs out there, Key West has a very long and rich history. And if you are visiting the island, you should really take a self guided history tour via the Historic Markers. All around the island at different historical locations you will find markers, or plaques, with a short story
- [Jimmy Buffett](https://thekeywester.com/blog/jimmy-buffett/) - While Key West has been home to its share of celebrities through the ages, perhaps none are as well known as Jimmy Buffett.
- [Key West Christmas Season, 2023](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-christmas-season-2023/) - Key West is already starting to get into the holiday spirit, with Christmas decorations littering the stores and holiday lights going up around the town. The Christmas season offers so many celebrations to enjoy here in Key West. Parades, holiday markets, concerts, food, and more! While the weather is warm and you won't find any
- [Key West Marinas](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-marinas/) - Key West may be a tiny island, only two by four miles in size, but being an island you will find many marinas. A list of Key West marinas and boat ramps.
- [Eaton Good - Breakfast Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/eaton-good-breakfast-review/) - Restaurant Review for Eaton Good in Key West, FL. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served from 8am until 8pm.
- [The Kolache Kitchen Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-kolache-kitchen-review/) - The Kolache Kitchen offers both sweet and savory kolaches along with street tacos, brunch options served all day, and much more.
- [Book Your Trip to Key West this Summer!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/book-your-trip-to-key-west-this-summer/) - Key West is a great vacation destination any time of year. You can enjoy tropical weather, gin clear waters, world class fishing, and so much more!
- [Key West's Famous Residents, Past and Present](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-famous-residents/) - Today there are about 25,000 people living in Key West. That is a lot of residents for such a tiny island, but Key West has so much to offer such as a laid back atmosphere, great fishing and diving, agreeable weather most of the year, and beautiful scenery and sunsets. So it is no wonder
- [Sushi Song - Key West: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/sushi-song-key-west-review/) - Sushi Song on the corner of Duval and Truman in Key West serves fresh sushi in an atmosphere with a young vibe. Beautiful presentation.
- [Key West's Live Music Scene](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-live-music-scene/) - Today, the scene still has iconic musicians performing. So, where can you hear these fantastic performers while you are in Key West? Check out the list below!
- [Key West Coronavirus Update and Information](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-coronavirus-update-and-information/) - Follow More Closely on our Facebook Group - Visit Key West Become A Member - Be Informed August 2, 2021 - UPDATE The City of Key West is now requiring masks be worn inside all City facilities. This applies to visitors as well as staff. May 5, 2021 - UPDATE Florida's Governor DeSantis issued an
- [Christmas Key West Style, 2022](https://thekeywester.com/blog/christmas-key-west-style-2022/) - December is upon us, and while the stores have already been bombarding us with Christmas items for over a month now, this is the time we start to think about the holidays here in Key West. While the island stays warm, the holiday cheer will certainly have you in the Christmas spirit. Tree Trimmings &
- [Old Town Mexican Cafe - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/old-town-mexican-cafe-review/) - In the mood for Mexican food, my husband and I decided to head downtown to Old Town Mexican Cafe on Duval Street. Not on our regular restaurant rotation, we have eaten here a few times in the past and enjoyed the atmosphere. We were seated immediately and brought over menus and two carafes of water.
- [Bad Boy Burrito - Islamorada: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bad-boy-burrito-islamorada-review/) - Yesterday, my husband and I had an appointment in Islamorada, so on the way back home to Key West we decided to stop and get a bite to eat. I noticed awhile back on one of my drives through the Keys that there was a Bad Boy Burrito next to the Trading Post. This was
- [Burdines Waterfront: Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/burdines-waterfront-restaurant-review/) - While heading up to Duck Key to visit some friends, my husband and I stopped at Burdine's Waterfront in Marathon for dinner. Tucked away off of the main highway, this is not an easy find for most. But, it is well worth it if you are looking for good, causal waterfront dining in Marathon. This
- [2022 Lobster Mini Season Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/2022-lobster-mini-season-key-west/) - last consecutive Wednesday & Thursday in July are lobster mini season season when properly licensed divers can take six legal lobsters per day in Monroe County.
- [Key West, a Haven for Writers](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-a-haven-for-writers/) - While we all know Ernest Hemingway once called Key West home, you may be surprised at how many other authors flock to Key West to live.
- [Key West Resident Profiles: Ernest Hemingway](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-resident-profiles-ernest-hemingway/) - Today would have been Ernest Hemingway's 115th birthday, and Key West always has a week long Hemingway Days celebration around this time of year in honor of the island's most famous resident. The author only lived here from 1928 to 1939, but he was a legend in his own time and he definitely left a
- [Cruising or Day Tripping to Key West?](https://thekeywester.com/blog/cruising-or-day-tripping-to-key-west/) - Taking a cruise or day tripping to Key West? A list of favorite activities, sights, and things to do in Key West when time is limited.
- [Key West Famous Resident Profile: Judy Blume](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-famous-resident-profile-judy-blume/) - Many of us are familiar with author Judy Blume. She has written many well known works including one of my personal favorites, Freckle Juice. Although, her more famous work, Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret, is now being turned into a Hollywood movie. While Blume was born in New Jersey (just like yours truly),
- [Key West Famous Resident Profile: Tennessee Williams](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-famous-resident-profile-tennessee-williams/) - In 1949 Tennessee Williams decided to call the island home. Williams lived in a modest house at 1431 Duncan Street in Key West until his death in 1983.
- [A Visit to Key West's MARC House Plant Store](https://thekeywester.com/blog/a-visit-to-key-wests-marc-house-plant-store/) - The MARC House Plant Store offers a selection of plants and garden products. The clients that work here grow plants from seedlings, repot and trim them.
- [How to get to Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/how-to-get-to-key-west/) - Often, I get clients asking me how to get to Key West. There are actually quite a few options, specifically, flying, driving, or boating.
- [Frequently Asked Questions About Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/frequently-asked-questions-about-key-west/) - Having worked in the tourist industry here in Key West for over 15 years, you can imagine that I frequently get a lot of questions about the island. Below, some of the best questions that I can recall right now are posted. But, if there is something you don't see here that you have a
- [Key West International Airport](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-international-airport/) - The Key West International Airport (EYW) is just one way to get to our little island. (EYW) serves travelers from around the globe.
- [Christmas Season Key West, 2021](https://thekeywester.com/blog/christmas-season-key-west-2021/) - Christmas Season in Key West. Learn about holiday shopping, events, parades, concerts, tree lightings, and where to eat a holiday meal!
- [Key West First Legal Rum Distillery](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-first-legal-rum-distillery/) - Chef Paul Menta and Tony Mantia founded the Key West First Legal Rum Distillery in 2012, and it is the first legal rum distillery Key West has seen since Prohibition. The distillery is just one of Chef Menta's endeavors; he also founded the Cuban Coffee Queen and a sustainable seafood market. These ventures are his
- [Casa Marina Resort - A Key West Landmark](https://thekeywester.com/blog/casa-marina-key-west-landmark/) - The Casa Marina Resort is currently run under the Hilton flag. However, it has a very rich history dating back to the early 1900's. The property opened its doors on December 31, 1920, making the main building over 100 years old! Initially, Henry Flagler imagined the property as a resort for wealthy travelers arriving in
- [Key West Cake Fairy](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-cake-fairy/) - My birthday was last week. Happy birthday to me! My little sister wanted to make me a birthday cake, but her living in Miami made that pretty difficult, so she decided to have one specially made for me and delivered to my work. After some internet research, she contacted the Key West Cake Fairy. Located
- [The Key West Cuban Mix Sandwich](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-key-west-cuban-mix-sandwich/) - The origin of the Cuban mix sandwich is a bit unclear. Some food historians believe that the sandwich was actually brought from Cuba to Key West by the cigar workers. Others believe that it was created in Tampa and some say it came from Miami. But whatever the truth of the matter is, many restaurants
- [Bel Mare - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bel-mare-review/) - For years, the Commodore was a favorite restaurant of ours, but Covid was the final nail in the coffin of that high end staple of Key West dining. Part of why we enjoyed the Commodore was the food of course, but the romantic atmosphere and view made it really special. With the iconic eatery closing,
- [Commodore - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/commodore-review/) - The Commodore has been a fine dining steak house here in Key West for many years. Located on the second floor of A & B Marina overlooking the harbor, it is known as the "most beautiful dining room in Key West." The decor is imaginative yet sedate and the food is delicious. Local seafood and
- [Clemente's Trolley Pizzeria - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/clementes-trolley-pizzeria-review/) - I may have lived in the Florida Keys for well over twenty years now, but I will always be a Jersey girl, and with that comes a complete love for pizza. One of the things that I really miss is a good slice of Sicilian pizza. Down here, it is like no one has ever
- [Graze Craze: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/graze-craze-key-west-review/) - Charcuterie boards are all the rage nowadays and Graze Craze knows how to put it together. They are fun to make but can be pretty time-consuming when you have to go to the store to pick up all of the ingredients and then artfully place them on a nice platter. And when last minute company
- [La Te Da - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/la-te-da-review/) - I have been to La Te Da many times in the past for a drink at the bar with friends, but in all of the years that I have lived in the Florida Keys, I have never had a meal at the restaurant. I decided that my birthday breakfast with the crew would be at
- [The Moose Pit - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-moose-pit-review/) - The Moose Pit, located on Pearl Street in the back of the Key West Moose Lodge that faces Eisenhower Drive, opened back in March of this year. While the front of the building is only open to Moose Lodge members, The Moose Pit is open to the public and offers a few tables for outside
- [Lobsterfest 2021](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lobsterfest-2021/) - Lobster season opens on August 6th, and Key West will once again celebrate with the four day event, Lobsterfest. Thousands of lobster loving tourists come to Key West to eat and play during this time, August 12-15, 2021. Schedule of Events 8/12/21 - Lobster Boil - Join the Waterfront Brewery from 5:00pm to 9:00pm for
- [Keys Coffee Co. - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/keys-coffee-co-review/) - After my husband Steven's charter yesterday, he needed some caffeine, so we decided to take a coffee break and head down to Keys Coffee Co on Southard Street. We spied this little place one evening after having dinner across the street at Miso Happy, and wanted to try it out then but it was already
- [2021 Lobster Mini Season](https://thekeywester.com/blog/2021-lobster-mini-season/) - Annually, lobster season opens to the public on the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday in July before the opening of regular season on August 6th when both recreational and commercial are able to partake in harvesting this crustacean. Properly licensed snorkelers and divers are able to take up to six legal lobsters per day in
- [Kermit's Kitchen Cafe - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/kermits-kitchen-cafe-review/) - Almost anyone that has visited Key West has likely walked by Kermit's Key Lime Pie Shoppe. Here you can enjoy key lime pie, key lime pi on a stick, and an assortment of other Key Lime goodies. But if you are looking for something more than just dessert, you can now go right next door
- [Key West Historical Sites](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-historical-sites/) - Key West is full of history, making it a dream place to visit for history buffs. On our tiny 2 x 4 mile island, you will find a ton of areas and properties designated as historical. There are four designations that exist on our island to show historical significance: National Register Plaques: The National Register
- [The Neighborhoods of Key West, Florida](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-neighborhoods-of-key-west-florida/) - February 7, 2020 - Key West is a small island in the Florida Keys. It is the Southernmost of the islands that you can drive to. At just 2 x 4 miles long, there are several neighborhoods on the island that you can live in or just visit. If you are looking to move here,
- [Key West Mini-Lobster Season, 2019](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-mini-lobster-season-2019/) - Here in Key West it is lobster mini-season, also known as sportsman season, again. Annually, this event takes place on the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday in July. Properly licensed snorkelers and divers are able to take up to six legal lobsters per day in Monroe County waters. About 25,000 lobster loving visitors come down
- [Azur: Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/azur-restaurant-review/) - My friend Katie's birthday was this week, and she invited me to join her and her sister to a birthday lunch at Azur. Last time I ate here was several years ago (thinking it was 2010), and I was not blown away then (see original review below). However, I am always happy to give a
- [Ringing in 2021 in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/ringing-in-2021-in-key-west/) - 2020 has been a tough year for just about everyone, and people are really looking forward to putting it behind them and ringing in the New Year! Key West normally has a plethora of exciting activities such as the Drag Queen, Sushi, dropping from a giant high heel shoe, the conch shell drop at Sloppy
- [Key West Fourth of July 2021](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fourth-of-july-2021/) - After last year, everyone is ready to get out and celebrate! And what better time is there to enjoy our freedom again than Independence Day?! Key West is known as a party town, and this American holiday is happily celebrated here! In tandem with the Fourth of July holiday are two Key West festivals, the
- [Misohappy Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/misohappy-review/) - Love the play on words here? So do I. As you can probably guess, Misohappy serves sushi and Thai food. While my normal spot for sushi has always been Origami, we were happy try someplace new with our friends who were celebrating a birthday. Located on Southard Street, this tiny property is very crowded inside
- [Key West Artisan Market](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-artisan-market/) - 4/5/21 If you are in Key West on select Sundays, you should check out the Key West Artisan Market. Currently, this open air bazaar is being held every other Sunday from 10 am until 2 pm at Higgs Beach, in the parking lot at the Key West Wildlife Center. Here you will find a plethora
- [Coming to Key West, Here is Why You Should Book in Advance.](https://thekeywester.com/blog/coming-to-key-west-here-is-why-you-should-book-in-advance/) - March 27, 2021 For me, advanced planning a vacation is difficult. My husband's line of work does not allow for him to just take off on a whim. So, when we see we have an opening, we take it last minute. While sometimes this works out fine, many times it presents a problem as hotels
- [Key West Bachelor and Bachelorette Party Ideas](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-bachelor-and-bachelorette-party-ideas/) - The Southernmost City is a great place for people to come and celebrate many occasions, and we certainly see our share of Key West bachelor and bachelorette parties. The island somehow manages to have both a laid back vibe as well as a party atmosphere. Combine that with the great weather and a ton of
- [Key West Valentine's Day, 2021](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-valentines-day-2021/) - February 13, 2021 - Tomorrow is Valentine's Day, and Key West is busy. Hotels are at nearly 100% occupancy, so reservations are necessary if you want to celebrate this lover's holiday in style! Here are some ideas... Reserve a private charter with Key West's premier charter service, Dream Catcher Charters! Spend a romantic day on
- [Louie's Backyard: Review (Lunch)](https://thekeywester.com/blog/louies-backyard-review-lunch/) - If you have not read my review about dinner at Louie's Backyard, check it out. I have eaten dinner at Louie's Backyard many times over the 20 plus years that I have lived in the Florida Keys, but in all of that time, I have never eaten lunch there. My husband and I recently celebrated
- [Louie's Backyard: Review (Dinner)](https://thekeywester.com/blog/louies-backyard-review/) - Louie’s Backyard, opened in 1971, is not only a Key West classic fine dining restaurant. The historic home which is on the National Register of Historic Places and the oceanfront location makes it a foodie's dream destination. This island restaurant makes use of only the freshest local seafood. In addition, they serve fine cuts of
- [Key West: Mallory Square](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-mallory-square/) - Mallory Square has been a port for US Navy ships, a cigar roller's mecca, and a place to buy sponges from the divers who harvested them. Now this famed square is a place to gather nightly and party while you watch the sun go down. Mallory Square is the center of Key West's historic waterfront.
- [Key West Christmas, 2020](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-christmas-2020/) - Traditionally, Christmas time in Key West offers many celebrations in addition to beautiful surroundings. In the year of Covid, many of these celebrations have been cancelled. But that does not mean that there will be nothing to do on the island; there is still so much to enjoy along with a few holiday events to
- [Key West Restaurant Review - La Trattoria Oceanside](https://thekeywester.com/blog/restaurant-review-la-trattoria-oceanside/) - Martha's was one of Key West's finest restaurants until it closed in the early 2000's, and ever since then the building has sat vacant. Until recently that it. The owners of the fab Italian restaurant, La Trattoria located on Duval Street decided to open a second restaurant in the former Martha's location. Last night we
- [Thirsty Mermaid | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/thirsty-mermaid-review/) - Walking around downtown last month I noticed a small, new restaurant on Fleming Street called the Thirsty Mermaid. This weekend we finally found the time to check it out for dinner. Right off the bat we loved the relaxed atmosphere and the coastal decor, and we were excited to try out some different things on the menu. We
- [Alonzo's Oyster Bar - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/alonzos-oyster-bar-review/) - Alonzo's is a great spot to sit back, relax, and people watch or look at the beautiful charter boats sitting in wait for a sponsor. This eatery located at the A&B Marina on Front Street is popular with locals for their happy hour and popular with visitors for its location. The menu is primarily filled
- [Key West Fishing](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fishing/) - Key West fishing draws thousands of people to the island every year. Situated between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, Key West has it all when it comes to the ideal fish habitat. Hemingway made Key West fishing popular when he lived here in the 1930's, and since then, sport fishing has grown
- [Key West Thanksgiving, 2020](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-thanksgiving-2020/) - If you find yourself spending Thanksgiving in Key West, there are several options on how to spend the day. Want to enjoy a day of watersports or fishing, those are options! Just worried about where to eat? There will be no problem finding that traditional Turkey dinner, or if you want a non-traditional dinner such
- [Wahlburgers Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/wahlburgers-review/) - Earlier this month, the famed Wahlberg family opened up their newest burger joint, and it happens to be right here in Key West, Florida. The location is prime, at the Historic Seaport overlooking beautiful boats docked at the harbor. When some of the locals heard about a burger chain going in at the Historic Seaport
- [Key West Chickens](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-chickens-2/) - Anyone who has visited Key West has noticed the island's chicken population. It is said that over 2,000 chickens roam the island. They fly into restaurants and bars and wander around pretty much every area on the island. These birds are seen as burdensome by some while others believe that they add to Key West's
- [Kiki's Sandbar: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/kikis-sandbar-review/) - Located on the Gulfside of Little Torch Key, you will find this relaxing waterfront bar and restaurant just off of US Highway 1. Knowing that Kiki's Sandbar is pet friendly, we stopped by to grab a bite for lunch after picking up our pup, Indiana Bones, from the vet. We decided to sit under the
- [Off the Hook: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/off-the-hook-review/) - I was super excited to try Off this Hook this week. It has been on my radar for quite awhile, but for different reasons we had never eaten here until recently. Located in the building that used to be home to late night favorite, PT's (long time locals would remember it well), it was kind
- [Wheelchair Accessible Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/wheelchair-accessible-key-west/) - Key West is a popular vacation destination, and as the city that dubs itself “one human family,” it tries to be inclusive to all. Sidewalks have curb drops making it easy for wheelchairs to get around, but some of the older brick streets may make that a bit more difficult. Most lodgings, restaurants, attractions and
- [Smoked BBQ: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/smoked-bbq-review/) - I am always looking for a good BBQ here in Key West as my hubby loves his baby back ribs. So we finally tried Smoked BBQ which has been open for awhile now. It is located on a houseboat at Garrison Bight Marina, so you have some nice water views. And, you can actually bring
- [Key West: Summer and Fall 2020](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-summer-and-fall-2020/) - The summer and fall have always been considered the offseason here in Key West, but events like Lobsterfest in August, Fantasy Fest in October, and the Super Boat Races in November bring in large numbers of people to the island. While these events are a ton of fun and inject the local economy with a
- [Ernest Hemingway Hang Outs in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/ernest-hemingway-hang-outs-in-key-west/) - Pretty much anyone who knows anything about Key West knows that Ernest Hemingway once called the island home. He is arguably the most famous Key West resident of all time, hence the huge annual Hemingway Days celebrations held each July in honor of his birthday. In the 1930's when he resided on the island, Ernest
- [Where the Locals Go](https://thekeywester.com/blog/where-the-locals-go/) - So, this is a question that I get often, tourists looking for the places that locals like to frequent. And I am always a little nervous to give out the information since these places will then cease to be locals places any longer. But truly, nothing is strictly locals anymore. So, here we are! Chico's
- [Onlywood Grill, Key West - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/onlywood-grill-key-west-review/) - If you have been to Onlywood Pizzeria just off of Duval Street and enjoyed the food but maybe not the space, you will love their newer location on Caroline Street. This is a chic and sprawling location (for Key West) with both indoor and outdoor seating, and the food it just as good as it
- [The Gallery on Greene](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-gallery-on-greene/) - Today, our Saturday morning breakfast crew decided to visit the Breakfast Club Too. Service was awesome, and we enjoyed the Motown music playing in the backgound while we chowed down on some amazing food: breakfast burritos, biscuits and gravy, pancakes and some of the strongest coffee on the island. After completely stuffing ourselves, we went
- [Eating Out in Key West in the Time of Covid-19](https://thekeywester.com/blog/eating-out-in-key-west-in-the-time-of-covid-19/) - It has been many weeks since anyone has been able to actually go out to eat with quarantining being imposed on the populace and restaurants being closed for dining in. I do love to cook, but it is nice to be able to get waited on and not mess with any cleanup once in awhile.
- [TripAdvisor and Planning a Key West Vacation](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tripadvisor-and-planning-a-key-west-vacation/) - When we travel, many of us depend on the recommendations of others to make the best of our short visits to locations unknown. Sites like TripAdvisor can be very useful. But can we always trust them? TripAdvisor has become the goto site for travel recommendations. I use it myself, but always with a wary eye.
- [Christmas Dinner in Key West, 2018](https://thekeywester.com/blog/christmas-dinner-in-key-west-2018/) - Christmas is upon us, and while gifts and giving may be the part of the holiday that we all get caught up in, food is also a big part of this day. If you are staying in Key West for the holidays, many restaurants will be opened on Christmas Day. But reservations are required and
- [Key West Christmas, 2019](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-christmas-2019/) - Christmas time offers so many celebrations to enjoy here in Key West. Parades, holiday markets, concerts, and food! Typically I am cooking for a big group, but there are some years where I just need to take it easy and let someone else handle the cooking. Luckily, there are a slew of restaurants in Key
- [Thanksgiving Key West 2019](https://thekeywester.com/blog/thanksgiving-key-west-2019/) - Find out where to eat on Thanksgiving in Key West.
- [Barrel House at the Stock Island Marina Village Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/barrel-house-at-the-stock-island-marina-village-review/) - March 10, 2020 I was very excited to hear about a new BBQ restaurant near work. Located at the Stock Island Marina Village which is also home to the Perry Resort and a few other eateries, the Barrel House makes a nice edition to the property. Located poolside, the Barrel House has a very casual
- [African Cemetery at Higgs Beach](https://thekeywester.com/blog/african-cemetery-at-higgs-beach/) - March 9, 2020 Key West has a lot of history. One of the lesser known historic sites on the island is the African Cemetery at Higgs Beach memorial, located right next to the West Martello Tower. As history tells it, in the summer of 1860 the US Navy captured several ships heading to Cuba engaged
- [Why You Should Visit Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/why-you-should-visit-key-west/) - February 19, 2020 - If you have ever read Patricia Schultz's, 1,000 Place to See Before You Die, you would know that Key West is one of the places that is a must to visit. She bills the island as having "the charm and color of America's last resort." That is because of the amazing
- [48 Hours in the Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/48-hours-in-the-key-west/) - I get asked all of the time what is not to be missed while in Key West and I always reply with something like, that all depends on what your interests are. For people like myself, visiting a few museums is a must while for others that would be snoozeville. After pondering this question for awhile, I
- [Key West's Top Ten Dinner Spots](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-top-ten-dinner-spots/) - I love going out for dinner! Especially when we have friends in town because sharing good food with friends makes for wonderful memories and a great time. Here are a few all time favorites of mine, in no particular order. Benihana: Its dinner and a show when you come here! I have always been a
- [Top Restaurant Picks for Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/island-genns-top-restaurant-picks-for-key-west/) - There are so many places to eat in Key West, however do you choose which restaurants to try during your visit? Maybe this list will help. We have chosen restaurants of all different types to fit anyone's palate or desires. As most of my readers know by now, I am a little bit of a foodie,
- [Michael's | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/michaels-review/) - 1/1/20 UPDATE - Michael's has been permanently closed. Michael’s Restaurant is fine dining Key West style, with indoor and outdoor seating available and a romantic atmosphere. I have reviewed Michael's in the past but it has been quite awhile. And I am happy to report that not much has changed (that is definitely a good thing!).
- [Starbucks Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/starbucks-key-west/) - February 17, 2020 - It seems like people either love it or hate it, but with four different Starbucks locations on the island of Key West, I would say it is more love than hate. I often stop at the 24 North Hotel location on N. Roosevelt Blvd. for by Starbucks coffee fix. The baristas
- [Four Marlins at the Reach Resort: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/four-marlins-at-the-reach-resort-review/) - February 9, 2020 - Since I have lived in the Florida Keys (20+ years now), the restaurant at the Reach Resort has been Shula's, Strip, Spencer's and now Four Marlins. They finally broke away from the "S" theme, so hopefully this one will stick for awhile! While my heart may always miss Shula's, I was
- [Lunch or Dinner at El Siboney - Two Locations](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lunch-or-dinner-at-el-siboney-two-locations/) - February 6, 2020 - El Siboney Cuban Restaurant has been around since the 1980's. Their Catherine Street location in downtown Key West is the original, but a second restaurant opened on Stock Island in the building that was home to the Rusty Anchor restaurant for so many years. We often have lunch here as it
- [Valentine's Day in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/valentines-day-in-key-west-3/) - February 2, 2020 - Well, February is here and that means Valentine's Day is just around the corner. If you are spending this lovers holiday in Key West, you can always pick up flowers at a local florist or candy at one of the delectable sweet shops downtown. But I have a few other ideas
- [Quick Lunch at Five Guys in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/quick-lunch-at-five-guys-in-key-west/) - February 4, 2020 - Key West has no shortage of restaurants, but sometimes just grabbing a quick lunch with the crew is called for. Today, I headed to Five Guys for burgers and fries with a few of the captains from Dream Catcher Charters in between their trips. What we like about Five Guys... It
- [Winter Time Fishing in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/fishing-in-key-west-january-march/) - February 3rd 2020 - Winter time in Key West can have some pretty dramatic temperatures shifts, so the fishing can change day to day due to the weather. One day we may have a north wind and the winter species will prevail both inshore and offshore. A sudden wind switch from the south can bring
- [Key West Fishing & Weather](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fishing-weather/) - Well, we had an unusually soggy week in Key West last week. It rained for about 5 days straight, flooding parts of the island. That means that most activities like fishing, sunset sails, and water sports tours were shut down during that time. Visitors were relegated to only hanging out at the bars like Sloppy
- [Ocean's Edge Resort & Oceanside Marina](https://thekeywester.com/blog/oceans-edge-resort-oceanside-marina/) - The famed Oceanside Marina located on Stock Island (a 5 minute drive to Key West) has gone through many transformations through the years, but none so big as the most recent one which totally changed the face of the property to a new, totally modern and tropical paradise inclusive of a gorgeous resort. When I
- [Top Ten Things to Do in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/top-ten-things-to-do-in-key-west/) - There are so many things to do and see on our little island of Key West. But what are some must dos? I have come up with some things that make Key West special, a place all of its own, that you really need to try at least once if you are in town! Go
- [Key West's Duval Street](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-duval-street/) - For anyone that has ever visited Key West, you are sure to have walked along Duval Street. This street is basically the main road in Old Town Key West. Interestingly, at fifteen blocks long, this street touches both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. Duval Street is almost always teeming with people enjoying
- [South of the Seven: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/south-of-the-seven-review/) - At Mile Marker 17 in the Florida Keys sits the Sugarloaf Lodge. The Lodge is a landmark as well as a hangout for locals and visitors alike. Built in the late 1950's, it has undergone several changes through the years. The newest change comes with the transition of ownership of the on-site restaurant, now called
- [Easter in Key West, 2019](https://thekeywester.com/blog/easter-in-key-west-2019/) - The Easter Holy Week is here. And while Key West is not what one thinks of as a religious destination, there are several events celebrating the holiday. From brunches and Easter Egg hunts to church services, find out right here how you can celebrate this time of rebirth if you are staying in our island
- [Key West Food Critic Mystery Series Books by Lucy Burdette](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-food-critic-mystery-series-books-by-lucy-burdette/) - As some of you may know, I used to teach Language Arts. So of course I love to read all types of literature; everything but manuals and text books pretty much! Obviously, I enjoy classic works by authors such as Shakespeare, Shelley, Hemingway and Vonnegut. But I also love to lose myself in a fun
- [Valentine's Day Key West 2019](https://thekeywester.com/blog/valentines-day-key-west-2019/) - It is Valentine's Day again. Tired of the flowers and candy bit? Here are some other ideas on how to spend this romantic holiday with your special someone! Take a custom private charter with Dream Catcher Charters! You can have a romantic day on the water snorkeling, sightseeing, dolphin watching, beach combing, or even fishing!
- [Key West Pottery](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-pottery/) - Located at 1203 Duval Street, if the door of Key West Pottery are opened while you are strolling by, I highly recommend stopping in and checking things out. The proprietors, artist couple Adam Russel and Kelly Lever, opened the studio in 2010, and specialize in making functional pottery and fine art. I would call the
- [Moondog Cafe: Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/moondog-cafe-restaurant-review/) - I was pretty upset when the Six Toed Cat restaurant closed after Hurricane Irma in 2017. But in its place has risen a new restaurant called the Moondog Cafe. Located right next to the Hemingway House and Museum on Whitehead Street, there is no parking, so taking an Uber or a bike is the way
- [Ringing in the New Year in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/ringing-in-the-new-year-in-key-west/) - If you find yourself in Key West to ring in the New Year, you have so many options. You can just relax in your hotel room and ring in the 2019 with Ryan Seacrest on the television. But, the island is a known party town, so there are no shortage of celebrations to partake in.
- [Christmas in Key West, 2018](https://thekeywester.com/blog/christmas-in-key-west-2018/) - Christmas is almost here! If you are going to be spending the holiday season in Key West, there are so many things to do to celebrate all month long with the Key West Holiday Fest! HOLIDAY EVENTS November 21, 2018 "Lighting of the Key West “Harbor Walk of Lights” - Kick off the season with the
- [Grain & Berry](https://thekeywester.com/blog/grain-berry/) - Talking with my friend Pam the other day, she asked if I had been to Grain and Berry yet. "What the heck is that," was my response as I had never heard of it. Apparently, it opened just the day before at the Overseas Market on Roosevelt Blvd. We decided to go the next day
- [Key West Thanksgiving 2018](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-thanksgiving-2018/) - For years, Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday! It combines family and friends along with delicious food. If you plan to be in Key West this year, you can forget about all of the cooking and clean up because many local restaurants will be happy to do that for you! Below is our list
- [Spencer's by the Sea at the Reach Resort: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/spencers-by-the-sea-at-the-reach-resort-review/) - Key West's Reach Resort has been around for many years, but the headline restaurant changes every few years. I remember it being Shula's, Strip, and now Spencer's. I guess that they like to stick with the letter "S." Since I had not been there since it had become Spencer's, my husband and I decided to go
- [Key Largo Fisheries: Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-largo-fisheries-restaurant-review/) - When we typically drive to and fro the mainland, it is the middle of the night to avoid traffic. But we actually drove back into the Florida Keys in the daylight the other day. And since I really did not want to make dinner after driving all day, we decided to stop in Key
- [First Flight Island Restaurant & Brewery](https://thekeywester.com/blog/first-flight-island-restaurant-brewery/) - My husband and I had some business downtown to deal with the other day, and being close to dinner time, we decided to grab a bite someplace. Since we on Whitehead Street and had not been to Kelly's Caribbean since it changed hands and became First Flight, we decided to give it a try. When
- [The Green Pineapple Wellness Center](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-green-pineapple-wellness-center/) - To paraphrase Rupert Holmes, I may not be into yoga, but I do still like stopping by the Green Pineapple Wellness Center on Duval Street on occasion. This space is not only a yoga studio, but it also boasts a boutique, a cafe and a spa. The idea of the Green Pineapple is to live
- [Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservancy](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-butterfly-nature-conservancy/) - My husband and I decided to play tourist one day this weekend and visited a couple of attractions including the Butterfly Conservancy. We had not visited in years even though it is such a beautiful place. Before you head into the gardens teeming with butterflies and birds, the learning center preps visitors with a fifteen
- [Key West Wedding Venues](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-wedding-venues/) - Destination weddings are very popular! Many couples come to Key West for that special day to join their lives together. Below are a list of different island wedding venues, everything from resorts and restaurants to beaches and boats. Whatever your dream wedding is, Key West has the perfect spot for you! If you want a
- [The Breakfast Club, Too - Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-breakfast-club-too-restaurant-review/) - Breakfast is called the most important meal of the day. And it is certainly my favorite meal to have out at a restaurant, so I am constantly on the hunt for new, great places to have breakfast in Key West. Well, I just discovered The Breakfast Club, Too, and it was awesome! It may just
- [Key West Brunch Series: Ocean Grill](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-brunch-series-ocean-grill/) - I have had dinner at the Ocean Grill several times, but a few of us decided to try out their brunch a couple of days ago. Served daily from 9am until 3:30pm, they have a pretty extensive menu, including bottomless mimosas and Bloody Mary's for under $8. Suffice it to say, we had a difficult
- [2018 Lobster Mini Season Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/2018-lobster-mini-season-key-west/) - July 19th 2018 - Here in Key West Next week is lobster mini-season, aka sportsman season, again. Annually, this opening takes place on the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday in July. Properly licensed snorkelers and divers are able to take up to six legal lobsters per day in Monroe County waters. About 25,000 lobster loving
- [Matt's Stock Island Kitchen & Bar at the Perry Hotel - Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/matts-stock-island-kitchen-bar-at-the-perry-hotel/) - I love trying out new restaurants, especially ones that are close to my work. When Matt's Stock Island Grill opened up at the new Perry Hotel on Stock Island, I was excited. Matt's tagline is to let the ingredients speak for themselves. The cuisine is considered "American Coastal Comfort Food." And they serve breakfast,
- [Where to get your Key West Information](https://thekeywester.com/blog/where-to-get-your-key-west-information/) - Where does one go when Key West vacation planning and looking for other information about Key West? Some obvious answers are this blog, local newspapers and the Key West Chamber of Commerce. Well, I have some exciting news! This blog, along with our sister blog, The Key West Fishing Report, were recently nominated by Feedspot as
- [Mangroves of the Florida Keys and Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/mangroves-of-the-florida-keys-and-key-west/) - If you have been to the Florida Keys you have definitely seen a mangrove. So what exactly is a mangrove? No, it is not a magical creature from Harry Potter. Mangroves are a tropical species of trees that grow in salty environments and are tolerant of flooding. They are unique as they are able to
- [Birding in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/birding-in-key-west/) - Have you ever seen the movie The Big Year with Steven Martin, Owen Wilson, and Jack Black based on the non-fiction book by Mark Obmascik called The Big Year: A Tale of Man, Nature and Fowl Obsession? It is a comedy about an annual birding competition, and you are probably wondering why I mention this movie. Well,
- [Key West Brunch Series - Firefly](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-brunch-series-firefly/) - Casual and delicious are two words to describe the brunch at Firefly. Located on Petronia Street, the location is great for walking around downtown Key West and enjoying the architecture on a beautiful day. Firefly is located inside an old conch house that has been transformed into a restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. It
- [Key West Brunch Series - Hot Tin Roof](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-brunch-series-hot-tin-roof/) - If you are looking for the full brunch experience on a Sunday morning in paradise, look no further than Hot Tin Roof, located at the Ocean Key Resort. Not only will the food and service blow your socks off, the second floor setting offers one of the most beautiful views of Key West Harbor. Start
- [President Trump's Visit to Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/president-trumps-visit-to-key-west/) - Yesterday, April 19, 2018, President Trump briefly visited the island of Key West. He was the first sitting president to visit the island in 55 years. The last visit a sitting president made to our island was JFK back in 1962. The reason for his visit was to tour the Joint Interagency Task Force South
- [The Key West Maltese](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-key-west-maltese/) - Everyone who is a dog person has a favorite breed, and mine happens to be the Maltese. They are small yet sturdy and strikingly cute with snow white hair contrasting with alert black eyes and nose. When we got our Maltese seven years ago we named him Indiana Bones. He happens to accompany me almost
- [Top Ten Reasons to Come to Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/top-ten-reasons-to-come-to-key-west/) - With so many possible destinations to go on vacation, why should someone come to Key West? Well, I am glad you asked! There are probably countless reasons why people visit our island Paradise, but I am going to give you my top ten reasons for visiting! The Fishing! Key West has some of the best
- [Key West Easter: 2018](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-easter-2018/) - Are you celebrating the Easter holiday in Key West this year? If you are, you are probably wondering where you can enjoy a nice Easter brunch or dinner. Below is a list of restaurants that will be open. Some will be offering their regular menus and others will be offering holiday specials as well. Be
- [Lost Kitchen Supper Club Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lost-kitchen-supper-club-review/) - My friend, Paulette, invited me and another friend to try out a dinner with The Lost Kitchen Supper Club. I had heard of it, but was not sure what or where this was, so this was the perfect opportunity to check it out. TLKSC is a selected group of members that enjoy great cuisine. Members
- [Valentine's Day Key West, 2018](https://thekeywester.com/blog/valentines-day-key-west-2018/) - Are you spending Valentine's Day in Key West this year? Well if you are, skip the flowers and candy bit. Here are some other awesome ideas on how to spend this most romantic day of the year with your special someone! Charter a custom private charter with Dream Catcher Charters! You can have a romantic
- [Key West Brunch Series - Bagatelle](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-brunch-bagatelle/) - In big cities like New York, Chicago, and Seattle, Sundays are for brunch. Key West is no different; some restaurants even offer their brunch delicacies daily. Here is where you need to be brunching when you visit our island Paradise. Bagatelle offers a seriously delicious brunch, and not only on Sundays! Any day of
- [Goodbye 2017 and Hello 2018! Celebrating New Year's Eve in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-new-years-eve/) - Key West has always been a party town, but New Years Eve celebrations take the partying to a whole new height! Below is a list of the different events scheduled to ring in the New Year in Paradise! Whether you want to have a fabulous celebratory dinner, a fun afternoon watching local dogs parade around
- [La Grignote | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/la-grignote-review/) - La Grignote Bistro is a small artisan French bakery and café located at 1211 Duval Street in Key West. Everything that they make is from scratch. They have a huge array of goods from pastries such as cookies, danish, muffins, and croissants to breads of all types. At their cafe, you can choose from sweet
- [Easter in Key West 2014](https://thekeywester.com/blog/easter-in-key-west-2014/) - Easter Sunday which falls on April 20this this year will be here before we know it. And if you are spending this Easter Holiday in Key West you need to know of all of the goings on in honor of this holy day. There are many other actives and events happening at this time not
- [Key West Houses of Worship](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-houses-of-worship/) - Religion may not be what one thinks of when they think Key West, but the island is home to many houses of worship including a Catholic Basilica, St. Mary's Star of the Sea. But just because the island is so colorful and full of visitors, that does not mean that people have no religion. Even
- [2017 Lobster Mini Season Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/2017-lobster-mini-season-key-west/) - Lobster Mini-season takes place on the last Wednesday and Thursday in July annually. During this two day event, properly licensed snorkeler and/or diver are allowed to take up to six legal sized lobsters per day in Monroe County waters. Lobster Mini-season allows for about 25,000 visitors and locals lobster lovers alike to spend time on the water trying
- [Key West Christmas, 2017](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-christmas-2017/) - As a foodie, when I think of Christmas, I think of what I will be serving my family for breakfast and dinner. And I know that if I didn't want to cook, there are a slew of restaurants in Key West that will be serving dinner for the holiday. Most eateries will offer their regular
- [Key West Thanksgiving 2017](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-thanksgiving-2017/) - Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite holidays! Family and friends get together and enjoy time together along with some delicious food. And if you are celebrating in Key West this year, you don't have to worry about all of the cooking and clean up because several restaurants will be happy to do that
- [Kim's Kuban | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/kims-kuban-review/) - After a busy morning in the office, we were starving. Delivery to Stock Island is limited, and tired of the same old, we decided to try something different. Having never eaten at Kim's Cuban, we gave them a call and placed out order. Lila ordered the chicken soup and a cheese toast and I ordered a chicken burrito
- [Key West Firehouse Museum](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-firehouse-museum/) - The Key West Firehouse Museum is an informative museum for those interested in firefighting and/or history. The building, formerly Firehouse No. 3, was active from 1907 until 1998. It is one of the oldest firehouses in the state of Florida. Retired Key West firefighter Alex Vega founded the Old Firehouse Preservation Inc. to save the firehouse from
- [Charlie Mac's | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/charlie-macs-review/) - Yesterday was Tuesday so a few of us decided to partake in Taco Tuesday at one of the downtown restaurants that do this weekly special. We ended up at Charlie Mac's on Southard Street next to the Green Parrot. I had not been here since it was the Meteor Smokehouse like ten years ago, but I had heard
- [Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/ghosts-and-gravestones-trolley-tour/) - Last night I went on the Key West Ghosts & Gravestones tour with my friend, Kurt. The tour began at 501 Front Street, on the corner of Front and Duval Streets where we boarded the trolley, fittingly decorated to fit the “ghoulish” theme. There were dead vines on the ceiling, creepy flickering candles (fake, of
- [Frita's Cuban Burger | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/fritas-cuban-burger-review/) - I have walked by this tiny little eatery, located at 425 Southard Street, many times. After seeing a movie the other night, my husband and I along with our friends, Erik and Dianne, decided to try it out for a quick dinner. We were able to park just out front, which was nice. As we
- [Ocean Grill & Bar | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/ocean-grill-bar-review/) - I love eating at Duval Square because it is a comfortable atmosphere with great restaurants and (drum roll) parking in Key West! Ocean Grill & Bar recently opened after the owners of the New York Pasta Garden, also located in the square, bought the space and opened a seafood specific restaurant. With friends in town,
- [Key West Post Hurricane Irma](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-post-hurricane-irma/) - It has been a couple of weeks since Hurricane Irma hit the Florida Keys, and driving around Key West, one would not be able to tell that the island recently suffered a cat 4 hurricane. But if one were to watch the news, it would be easy to think that the Florida Keys and Key
- [Corner Store | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/corner-store-review/) - Just around the corner from Key West High School is the aptly named Corner Store. It is basically a local convenience store with a bonus feature. They also have a window where you can walk up and get a delicious cafe con leche, Cuban toast, and several other Cuban specialties. Most people opt to take
- [Harry Truman Little White House Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/harry-truman-little-white-house-key-west/) - Located in Truman Annex just off of Whitehead Street in Key West, Florida is the Harry Truman Little White House Museum. Initially, this building constructed in 1890 served as the Naval Station Commander's headquarters during the Spanish American War and then for the World Wars. But in 1946 thanks to the recommendation of his colleagues,
- [Easter in Key West - 2017](https://thekeywester.com/blog/easter-in-key-west-2017/) - Easter Sunday is just around the corner now, and if you will be in Key West for this holiday, you are probably wondering where you can enjoy a nice Easter brunch or dinner. Below are a list of restaurants that will be open, some offering their regular menu and others offering holiday specials. Just make
- [Key West's Top Ten Places for Lunch](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-top-ten-places-for-lunch/) - It is nice for me to take a break during the day, leave the office for a change of scenery, and grab a bite. Here are some of my favorites that you too can enjoy during your visit to Key West. Chico's Cantina: My favorite lunch spot. The best chips and salsa I have ever
- [Lupida's | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lupidas-review/) - Our office staff were all hungry today, so we decided to try a place that we had never been to. Mexican sounded good so we headed on over to Lupida's on Bertha Street, formerly home to B's Cuban as we long time residents remember. It was a little too late for the lunch crowd, so we had the
- [Bier Boutique Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bier-boutique-review/) - So, this is a bit strange for me, but today I am going to be writing about a delivery experience. I have driven by the Bier Boutique a bunch of times and I have been determined to try it out. Today, we decided to have them deliver lunch to our office for Foodie Friday! About
- [Bliss Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bliss-restaurant-review/) - Bliss has been on my radar for awhile, and this weekend my husband and I joined another couple for dinner at this small Columbian eatery on Petronia Street. I made reservations and was very glad that I did as the place was packed. And even though the space is small, we did not feel cramped. The
- [Ringing in the New Year in Key West! Welcome 2017!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/ringing-in-the-new-year-in-key-west-welcome-2017/) - It seems like everyone is ready for 2016 to be over! If you are ringing in the New Year in Key West, check out all of the New Year's Eve holiday happenings below. Find out where you can go to enjoy a meal with a glass of champagne or two and where to find entertainment
- [2015 New Year's Eve Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/2015-new-years-eve-key-west/) - Party like you are in Key West! Check out all of the New Year holiday happenings below. Find out where to enjoy a meal out and where to find entertainment that can only be experienced here in Paradise! Restaurants Abbondanza's has a special New Year's Eve menu featuring Italian favorites for just $35 per person.
- [Christmas in Key West 2016](https://thekeywester.com/blog/christmas-in-key-west-2016/) - The holidays and food go hand in hand. If you are going to be in Key West for Christmas this year, several local restaurants will be serving a special dinner in celebration. But make sure that you make reservations! Then you can spend the rest of your time relaxing in the warm Florida Keys weather. Maybe visiting Key West
- [Rooftop Cafe | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/rooftop-cafe-review/) - Our friends were recently visiting from out of town and we wanted to take them to dinner someplace quiet so that we could catch up with them without having to yell above the noise that is inherent to many downtown eateries. It had been a long time since I last ate at Rooftop Cafe, of which I
- [Florida Keys Screwworm Inspection](https://thekeywester.com/blog/floridakeysscrewworm/) - Perhaps you have heard that since screwworms have been found in the Florida Keys, all animals leaving the Florida Keys need to be examined at the Animal Health Check Station which is located at MM 106, off the shoulder of northbound lane of the Overseas Highway. This is just before the last Shell Station you come to
- [Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lucys-retired-surfers-bar-restaurant-review/) - I enjoy trying different places to eat, and when I heard that a new restaurant opened where Finnegan's Wake used to be, my husband and I decided to check it out. We headed over to Caroline Street, parked in the parking garage, and walked around the corner to Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant. We were expecting the eatery's
- [El Meson de Pepe's: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/el-meson-de-pepes-review/) - Since 1985, the family run El Meson de Pepe's has been serving Cuban food to residents and visitors of Key West. The restaurant has been at its present location in Mallory Square since 1997. This building is as much a museum as it is a restaurant with all of the paraphernalia preserving history of the Conch
- [2016 Super Boat International Offshore Races](https://thekeywester.com/blog/2016-super-boat-international-offshore-races/) - Power boat racing has been a huge event in Key West for many years. And in just a few days the island will host the 36th annual world championship Super Boat races. This is where the worlds biggest and fastest power boats come to Key West to compete for the title of the baddest boat on the water.
- [2016 Key West Thanksgiving](https://thekeywester.com/blog/2016-key-west-thanksgiving/) - I love the Thanksgiving holiday. When sharing favorites like turkey and pumpkin pie with family and close friends, what's not to love? Especially for foodies! If you are visiting Key West this Turkey Day, have no fear! You will still be able to enjoy these holiday favorites at several different restaurants. Or, you can always start
- [Thanksgiving in Key West 2015](https://thekeywester.com/blog/thanksgiving-in-key-west-2015/) - Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday. Turkey, pumpkin pie and sharing it with family and close friends! If you are in Key West for Turkey Day, give thanks because you can still enjoy traditional Thanksgiving Day fare while basking in the warm Key West sun. Or, you can start a new traditional and celebrate
- [Blue Macaw Island Eats and Bar | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/blue-macaw-island-eats-and-bar-review/) - I was out shopping with my girlfriend Dianne the other day when we decided to grab a quick bite for lunch. Neither one of us had eaten at the new Blue Macaw Island Eats and Bar yet which is located at the entrance to Bahama Village, and as it looked so inviting we just had to try it out.
- [Bahia Honda State Park](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bahia-honda-state-park/) - Bahia Honda, Spanish for "deep bay" is not located on Key West, but it is just a 40 minute drive away. And it is by far my favorite beach in all of the Florida Keys! Bahia Honda State Park has a lot of history. Today, the park encompasses 292 acres of land housing three camping areas, two
- [Key West Lobsterfest 2016](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-lobsterfest-2016/) - The dates of August 11 - 14, 2016 should have lobster lovers excited. That is because spiny lobster season is now open and in celebration Key West will host the annual Lobsterfest event. This year marks the 20th anniversary of this popular festival celebrating the lobster, benefitting the Key West High School Scholarship Fund. Not
- [2016 Lobster Mini-Season](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lobster-mini-season/) - Sportsman Season, a.k.a. Lobster Mini-season, takes place on the last Wednesday and Thursday in July. This annual two day event, during which properly licensed snorkeler and/or diver are allowed to take up to six legal sized lobsters per day in Monroe County waters, typically brings around 25,000 visitors to the Florida Keys and Key West. Lobster Mini-season allows
- [Fly Fishing: The Double Haul Casting Technique](https://thekeywester.com/blog/double-haul/) - Being married to a fly fishing guide, I hear a lot of fishing talk. And one thing that comes up a lot is casting technique and what it takes to be successful at saltwater fly fishing. Fly fishing in salt water is very different than fresh water fly fishing. Whereas with fresh water one is
- [The Waterfront Brewery: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-waterfront-brewery-review/) - The Waterfront Brewery opened last fall in the building that had been the longtime home of the Waterfront Market. Currently, you can go there to enjoy food, spirits, and an ever-changing beer menu as well as games and a view. And soon the rooftop will be open for musical performances and other events. My husband and
- [Keyviche Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/keyviche-review/) - My husband and I joined some friends for dinner at Keyviche this past weekend, and we were all really excited to try a new restaurant. Located on Caroline Street, just around the corner from Famed Duval Street, Keyviche is billed as a seafood eatery, although the fare is primarily Peruvian in origin which has Incan, European, Asian, and African influences.
- [Easter in Key West - 2016](https://thekeywester.com/blog/easter-in-key-west-2016/) - Spring is here, and Easter is this coming Sunday! If you are wondering where to celebrate this holiday of the moveable feast while visiting Key West than look no further! Below is a list of restaurants that will be open for brunch or dinner. Just make sure to place your reservations asap by calling the restaurants
- [Key West Valentine's Day - 2016](https://thekeywester.com/blog/valentine-2016-keywest/) - This Sunday we celebrate Valentine's Day, the most romantic day of the year! Yes, you can do what is typically expected and buy roses for your beloved. But in addition to that, let me share some other ideas on how to celebrate your love while in Key West. Spend the day on the stunning waters of Key West with Dream
- [Key West Jeep](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-jeep/) - Visitors are always asking me what the best way to get around Key West is during their stay on our island Paradise. And I typically tell them to forget the rental car; take a cab. That is because driving and parking around Key West can be daunting. Maneuvering on some of the narrow lanes can be difficult
- [Fitness in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/fitness-in-key-west/) - We all want to look our best. And even on vacation some of us don't want to totally break our fitness routines. Vacationing in Key West makes getting your daily exercise pretty easy. I go to Stay Fit Studio to get a lot of my exercise in. Being a part of a class helps me to
- [El Mocho Restaurant: Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/el-mocho-restaurant-review/) - I have driven by this place about a million times on my way to West Marine and never thought to try it out, that is until I had some friends mentioned that they had a really enjoyable breakfast there. Today, my friends Pam and Tommy joined me at El Mocho Restaurant for breakfast. This
- [Christmas in Key West: 2015](https://thekeywester.com/blog/christmas-in-key-west-2015/) - If you are going to be in Key West for Christmas you can still enjoy a wonderful Christmas dinner at one of the many restaurants that will be open for the holiday! Some restaurants will be serving a special dinner in celebration of Christmas while others will be offering their regular menu items. Just make your reservations well
- [Christmas Dinner in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/christmas-dinner-in-key-west/) - Christmas is less than ten days away! I hope you have your shopping done. And, if you are coming to vacation in Key West over the holidays, I hope that you have made your reservations for Christmas dinner already. Here are some restaurants that are serving a special Christmas dinner, and I will be updating
- [Christmas in Key West - 2013](https://thekeywester.com/blog/christmas-in-key-west-2013/) - CHECK OUT CHRISTMAS 2015! December is here and I for one can hardly believe it! For some, Christmas time is the most wonderful time of the whole year. And while Key West may not be your traditional idea of the picture of Christmas, we sure know how to get into the holiday spirit down
- [Key West Christmas Dinner 2014](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-christmas-dinner-2014/) - CHECK OUT CHRISTMAS 2015! Food is always a large part of families celebrating the holidays. And if you are going to be in Key West for Christmas there is nothing to worry about! Many local restaurants will be serving a special dinner in celebration of Christmas. So just make sure that your reservations are made
- [Fish | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/fish-review/) - The proprietors of the restaurant at Hurricane Hole Marina opened their newest restaurant, FISH, this past Wednesday. About a 15 minute drive outside of Key West, this new seafood restaurant on Saddlebunch Keys is located in the building formerly home to Kaya Island Eats. While it looks much the same inside as it did for the last owner, there were fewer tables
- [Bistro Sole | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bistro-sole-review/) - John and Judy Correa recently opened Bistro Sole, located at 1019 White Street. They refer to this new French eatery as the little sister to their famed restaurant, Cafe Sole. The outdoor seating area is very welcoming and comfortable for people and their pets should they want to bring Fido along. While many restaurants start you
- [Key West Thanksgiving 2014](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-thanksgiving-2014/) - See our updated post for Thanksgiving in 2015!! Spending Thanksgiving in Key West? Not to worry, there are lots of dining options where you can get your traditional turkey spread or an untraditional dining option like seafood. Most businesses stay open for the holidays, but some of the smaller family run businesses will be closing for
- [Thanksgiving in Key West - 2013](https://thekeywester.com/blog/thanksgiving-in-key-west-2013/) - It is nearly turkey time again! If you will be in Key West for the Thanksgiving holiday this year here is what you need to know so that you can make your dinner reservations and avoid the kitchen and the cleanup! See our updated post for Thanksgiving in 2015!! A&B Lobster House on Front Street will have
- [Bien Caribbean Latino Restaurant | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bien-caribbean-latino-restaurant-review/) - Located at 1000 Eaton Street, Bien is a very casual eatery with limited outdoor seating. They serve breakfast and lunch. I tried it for breakfast this weekend. Bien offers many sandwich choices, all made with Cuban bread. They have both sweet and savory options. You go to the counter to order your food and they will wrap up
- [Key West Cakes | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-cakes-review/) - Ever just get that crazy sweet tooth craving? If you do, making a stop at Key West Cakes on White Street will likely curb that craving. On top of creating some unique cakes for all occasions, this cute little shop also makes some amazing cupcakes, cookies, and savory meals to go such as chicken pot
- [The Green Turtle Inn | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-green-turtle-inn-review/) - Every once in a while we head up the Florida Keys to visit with friends. And of course, going to new restaurants is always on my list of things to do. Well, the Green Turtle is not exactly new, but I had not eaten here for about twelve years, so I thought that it was
- [Pier House Resort's Caribbean Spa](https://thekeywester.com/blog/pier-house-resorts-caribbean-spa/) - You are on vacation in Key West, so what better way to pamper yourself than with a relaxing day at the spa? I recently spent my birthday with Bebe at the Pier House Caribbean Spa getting a manicure and pedicure. While the cost of the services here are a bit more expensive than at the
- [Key West Key Lime Festival 2015](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-key-lime-festival-2015/) - This year will be Key West's third annual celebration of the Key Lime, and it starts tomorrow, again coinciding with the 4th of July holiday. The festival includes several events celebrating the famed citrus fruit. We have gone the last couple of years and it is a fun time. But it is hot in Key West this
- [2015 Key West Lobster Sportsman Season](https://thekeywester.com/blog/2015-lobster-mini-season/) - Lobster mini season, also known as sportsman season is always the last Wednesday and Thursday in July, and this year it falls on July 29th and 30th. This annual event typically brings around 25,000 visitors to the Florida Keys and Key West. During this two day lobster bonanza, each properly licensed snorkeler and/or diver is allowed to
- [Top Fifteen Restaurants Upper Florida Keys](https://thekeywester.com/blog/top-restaurant-picks-for-the-upper-florida-keys/) - I know that choosing fifteen restaurants may seem weird since it is kind of a random number. But since this list encompasses both Key Largo and Islamorada I thought it appropriate. NAME ADDRESS / PHONE CUISINE PRICE Bayside Grill Awesome views with amazing dinners. 99530 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo 305-451-3380 Keys /Caribbean $$ Boardwalk Pizza
- [Key West and the Florida Keys: A Culinary History](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-and-the-florida-keys-a-culinary-history/) - I love food. I enjoy both cooking and eating out. The highlight of my day is typically what I will be consuming. I normally eat very healthy meals that are still delicious, although I of course splurge on occasion. And the Florida Keys and Key West have a rich cultural history, making there all different types
- [Death by Tako | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/death-by-tako-review/) - After a long bike ride all around Key West on Sunday my friend Pam was starving. "Let's get a taco." I am always up for food so we headed in to Death by Tako which is located at 1605 N Roosevelt. Blvd. and shares a space with Mellow Adventures. There are a few tables inside along
- [Incas Restaurant | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/incas-restaurant-review/) - I had never tried Peruvian food before so a few of us decided to eat at Incas Restaurant for lunch. Located at 800 White Street in the same building as Stay Fit Gym, we were pleasantly surprised when we walked in to this establishment. The huge mural of Machu Picchu on the wall transported diners to
- [Key West Helicopter Tours](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-helicopter-tours/) - Exploring the Florida Keys and Key West via boat is awesome! But seeing it all from the air is awesome in an entirely different way. High enough to see an huge expanse of gorgeous gin clear waters while still low enough to see sea life in great detail from above. Air Adventure offers several different
- [Conch Republic](https://thekeywester.com/blog/conch-republic/) - You may have heard Key West referred to as the Conch Republic. That is because in 1982, Key West seceded from the United States. What prompted this move was a roadblock set up by the US Border Patrol on US1 in Florida City, blocking the only way to get to the Florida Keys via vehicle.
- [Easter Sunday 2015](https://thekeywester.com/blog/easter-sunday-2015/) - I really cannot believe that Easter is this Sunday! Where has the time gone? If you are like me and have not made your plans for the holiday yet, here are some ideas for you on where to dine... Bistro Sole will be serving Easter specials along with their regular menu from 10am to 10pm.
- [Big Pine Key Blue Hole: National Key Deer Refuge](https://thekeywester.com/blog/blue-hole/) - When I first moved down to the Florida Keys almost 20 years ago I lived on Big Pine Key. It is located about thirty miles north of Key West and it is what the Florida Keys used to be like before commercialization started to take hold. Many roads are still unpaved on Big Pine Key,
- [Valentine's Day in Key West - 2015](https://thekeywester.com/blog/valentines-day-in-key-west-2015/) - In just four days Valentine's Day will be here. You can send candy or flowers like everyone does. But if you want to keep on your beloved's good side, I hope you have something special planned to celebrate your love. Here are some ideas for celebrating the most romantic day of the year in Key
- [Kermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe](https://thekeywester.com/blog/kermits-key-west-key-lime-shoppe/) - If you have ever been on the corner of Elizabeth and Greene Streets in Key West then you have most likely seen proprietor Kermit Carpenter standing outside of his shop donning a green chef outfit and holding one of his Key Lime pies to draw in customers. Since first starting up his shop over twenty
- [Havana | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/havana-review/) - This weekend I met up with my friend Pam for lunch. We decided to try Havana on Duval Street since neither one of us had eaten there before. The space is small and loud as you walk in, and it has the feel of a diner except it also has a full bar with a really
- [Harbourview Cafe at the Pier House Resort & Caribbean Spa | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/harbourview-cafe-at-the-pier-house-resort-caribbean-spa-review/) - Sunday my husband and I had friends come into town, so we decided to take them downtown for lunch. We wanted someplace with a nice view and good food. My friend Lee works at the Pier House Resort and he has told me on numbers occasions that the food at the Harbourview Cafe is really
- [Celebrating New Year's Eve in Key West - 2014 ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/celebrating-new-years-eve-in-key-west-2014/) - Key West is known as a party town, and what better time to party than New Year's Eve!? Below is a list of all of the events for the evening. Ring in the New Year with us in Key West! And you can always just enjoy a fabulous meal out at one of the many
- [Key West Christmas Events - 2014](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-christmas-events-2014/) - Key West might not be cold and snowy, but Christmas is almost here and Key West residents really get into the holiday spirit! If you are visiting Key West in December, here are a few events that celebrate the holidays. From shopping to song, you will find a slew of things to do and see
- [Key West Sunset Celebration](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-sunset-celebration/) - Each night about two hours before the sunset people gather at Key West's famed Mallory Square for the Sunset Celebration. Here you can watch the sun go down and the sailboats sail by while enjoying a carnival-like atmosphere with artists peddling their wares and street performers wowing you with their acts. Sunset Celebration is a
- [Key West Chickens](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-chickens/) - If you have visited Key West chances are you have seen many a chicken wandering around. There are literally thousands of colorful, feral chickens inhabiting the island. To some people, these chickens add color to the already colorful Key West. But to others, these creatures are a nuisance, dirtying our streets and creating a bunch
- [Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-shipwreck-treasure-museum/) - At one time in the 1800's, more than one hundred ships per day sailed by Key West with at least one ship wrecking per week in the area due to the treacherous reef line. Locals started taking advantage of these wrecks when they found that they could make a great deal of money off of
- [East Martello Fort & Museum](https://thekeywester.com/blog/east-martello-fort-museum/) - I have lived in the Keys since the 1990's, and in all if this time I had never been inside the East Martello Fort and Museum until this past weekend. Located next to the Key West International Airport and overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, it is easy to find. Before I visited the only thing that
- [Top Restaurant Picks Lower Keys](https://thekeywester.com/blog/top-restaurant-picks-from-marathon-to-the-lower-keys/) - NAME ADDRESS / PHONE CUISINE PRICE Bagel Island Coffee & Deli 205 Key Deer Blvd, Big Pine Key / 305-872-9912 Breakfast $ Barracuda Grill 4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon / 305-743-3314 Seafood $$ Boondock’s 27205 Overseas Hwy, Ramrod Key / 305-872-4094 American $$ Burdine’s Waterfront Cafe 1200 Oceanview Ave, Marathon / 305-743-9204 American $ China
- [Key West Triathlons, Marathons, and More Athletic Events](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-triathlons-marathons-athletic-events/) - Key West may be known for its tropical climate and its party atmosphere, but it also has so much more going for it. While one can imagine that some of those things would be the island's rich historical aspect and world-renowned fishing for obvious reasons, one may not think that it is a destination for sports
- [2014 Parrot Heads Meeting of the Minds](https://thekeywester.com/blog/parrot-heads-meeting-of-the-minds/) - The 23rd Annual Meeting of the Minds Parrot Head Convention is scheduled for October 29 to November 2, 2014. This annual event is meant to assist with environmental concerns while showing members an amazing time in Paradise. Obviously, all members are huge Jimmy Buffet fans, and sometimes Jimmy Buffet himself makes an appearance in Key West
- [Lazy Gecko | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lazy-gecko-review/) - At one time in my life, bar hopping was a normal activity for me; but as I have grown up I find that I have little time and rarely an inclination to do so anymore. That is not to say that I never go out and enjoy a few drinks at a bar. It is
- [Firefly | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/firefly-review/) - I recently went to a private event at Firefly which is located in what used to be Columbian Grace Restaurant on Petronia Street, just down the street from Blue Heaven and the Creperie. Typically when I attend these types of events the food served is not necessarily indicative to the usual fare. However, Firefly actually
- [The Wharf Bar and Grill | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-wharf-bar-and-grill-review/) - I absolutely love eclectic little whole in the wall places. The usually have some of the freshest food, especially when that place is also a fish house. For a while Fishbusterz on Stock Island had a great little restaurant attached to it. And Skip One Fish House in Fort Myers, Florida has the most amazing
- [Key West Celebrates Ernest Hemingway Days July 2014](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-celebrates-ernest-hemingway-days-july-2014/) - July is here and with it brings the annual Hemingway Days celebration which takes place around the famed author's July 21st birthday. This year the celebration of Key West's most famous resident, affectionately known as Papa, will be held from July 15 - 20. Even if you are not a Hemingway aficionado, you will enjoy
- [Strip House | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/strip-house-review/) - I really am disappointed to have to write this review as Strip House was a favorite Key West restaurant of mine. But after the last two times, I will never being going back again. On a previous visit I ordered the scallops which made me sick for the following two days. Because this had been
- [Key West's Lobster Mini Season 2014](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-lobster-mini-season-2014/) - About Lobster mini season, also called spiny lobster sport season, always falls on the last consecutive Wednesday and Thursday in July. So this year's mini-season begins at 12:01 a.m. on July 30th and ends at 12:00 midnight the 31st. During this two day lobster bonanza, each properly licensed snorkeler and diver is allowed to take up to six
- [Key West Key Lime Festival 2014](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-key-lime-festival-2014/) - Last July was Key West's first annual Key Lime Festival, and the city is doing it again this July to coincide with the 4th of July holiday and includes several events celebrating the Key Lime. Last year I went to see the world's largest Key Lime Pie and I even entered the Key Lime Pie Competition,
- [Geiger Key Marina Restaurant | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/geiger-key-marina-restaurant-review/) - If you are looking for a place that is hard to find and laid back, pretty much what you pictured when you were think Florida Keys, then you really need to visit Geiger Key. About a 10 minute drive north (or east as it would be) from Key West you will find the Geiger Key
- [Lobo's Mixed Grill | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lobos-mixed-grill-review/) - Lobo's Mixed Grill is located down a little alley way off of Duval in an area called Key Lime Square. This casual eatery has covered picnic tables for you relax at while you enjoy your wrap, burger, or sandwich. I decided to have lunch here the other day while I was in town with Indiana
- [Fort Zachary Taylor State Park](https://thekeywester.com/blog/fort-zachary-taylor-state-park/) - Located at the end of Southard Street in Truman Annex is, in my opinion, the best beach in Key West: Fort Zachary Taylor State Park. The cost to visit the park is about $2.50 per pedestrian and $6.50 per vehicle, but it is well worth it when you consider the park's beauty and the activities
- [Key West: Memorial Day Weekend](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-memorial-day-weekend/) - Memorial Day Weekend is the kickoff to summer. It is a long weekend to relax and enjoy. But let us not forget that the reason we are able to celebrate are the soldiers who died in service to this country. If you are coming down to Key West for the holiday weekend, you will have
- [State Parks of Key West and the Florida Keys](https://thekeywester.com/blog/state-parks-of-key-west-and-the-florida-keys/) - Florida State Parks are a wonderful way to see the real Florida, and not the touristy theme parks and other attractions. Florida has some amazing wildlife and a rich history. The state has around 160 state run parks, and 10 of these are in the Florida Keys. As one can imagine, most of the State
- [Five Guys | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/five-guys-review/) - So I love a burger on occasion, and I find it increasingly harder to find a good one. The crew loves going to Five Guys, and until recently I did not get all the hype as it just looked like another fast food place to me. So we all went to Five Guys for lunch
- [Celebrating Mothers Day in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/celebrating-mothers-day-in-key-west/) - When I was a little girl, each Mother's Day I would make my father take me shopping in the morning so that we could present my mother with a gift that evening. I would have him take me to a jewelry store or a florist and I would pick something out that I liked and
- [San Carlos Institute ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/san-carlos-institute/) - The San Carlos Institute located at 516 Duval Street is open daily and is free admission. I have walked by this building countless times and never visited until recently. I had no idea of what to expect inside this picturesque building. History The center has had many different homes on island. But in 1890 the
- [Frenchie's Cafe | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/frenchies-cafe-review/) - One day a few months ago I was walking around downtown and I spied this little cafe on United Street. It was closed at the time, but I decided that I would try Frenchie's Cafe one day soon. Well that day came this past weekend, and all I can say is that I wish I
- [The Dry Tortugas and Fort Jefferson](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-dry-tortugas-and-fort-jefferson/) - The Dry Tortugas are a cluster of seven islands located about 70 miles west of Key West in the Gulf of Mexico. The seven islands that make up the Dry Tortugas are Garden Key, Loggerhead Key, Bush Key, Long Key, East Key, Hospital Key, and Middle Key. This area is famed for its bird and
- [Taste of Key West 2014](https://thekeywester.com/blog/taste-of-key-west-2014/) - We have friends visiting from out of town this week so we decided to give them a real taste of Key West and take them to The Taste of Key West even that was held last night from 6:00PM to 9:00PM. The event benefits AIDS Help and is a huge draw to local and visiting
- [Valentine's Day in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/valentines-day-in-key-west-2/) - So you are in Key West on the most romantic day of the year. What to do? Here are a few ideas from a local on how to spend a special day with your partner. Pamper yourself and your amore at one of the many spas on the island with a couples massage. Take a private
- [Key West's Tropic Cinema](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-tropic-cinema/) - I love the movies. And many people do not realize that Key West has two movie theaters. We have the corporate theater in New Town, but just off of Duval Street is another theater that takes you to another time. At the entrance is a life size statue of iconic actress Marilyn Monroe, dress floating
- [Nailtini Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/nailtini-key-west/) - Us girls (and some guys too) love our manis and our pedis. And if you are on vacation, all the more reason that you should pamper yourself! When I have the time I love getting my nails done at Nailtini. I have had my nails done here a few times, and they really pamper you. On
- [Ringing in the New Year in Key West!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/ringing-in-new-year-2014-key-west/) - Key West is known for its laid back relaxed atmosphere where locals and visitors alike can take in the sun and party to the wee hours on Duval Street. Well then, what better place than Key West is there to ring in the New Year? Key West also has some fabulous restaurants, so even if
- [Christmas at the Farm at the Monroe Country Sheriff Department in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/christmas-at-the-farm-at-the-monroe-country-sheriff-department-in-key-west/) - Since it is near my office and I have always been curious, I stopped by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office Animal Farm to check out their annual Christmas at the Farm event this past weekend. I was expecting to see a sloth and a pig or two. I had no idea how many animals that
- [Square One | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/square-one-review/) - Located in Duval Square, this upscale restaurant opened since 1988 was purchased by new owners this year. Chef Dominique styles the food at the new Square One as New American, incorporating Mediterranean, Latin, and Asian influences into a mostly French cuisine. I could not believe all of the choices on the menu which was both pleasing
- [Key West Holiday Historic Inn Tour](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-holiday-historic-inn-tour/) - Key West might not have the cold temperatures or the snow to make it feel like Christmas, but we do have the lights! On the first of the two lighted historic inn tours offered this holiday season, my friend Pam and I decided to join in and find some holiday spirit. At 6pm we headed
- [Key West Custom House Museum](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-custom-house-museum/) - The Custom House, located at 281 Front Street and overlooking Mallory Square, is one of the most beautiful and recognizable edifices in Key West. It is fitting that this building now houses so much information about the history of Key West as the building itself has a long history and has been through much. Originally
- [BurgerFi | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/burgerfi-review/) - My husband and I decided to spend the afternoon downtown yesterday, and of course we had to grab some lunch while we were out and about. Since we were on Duval Street and we hadn't tried BurgerFi yet we thought that we would give it a shot. The outdoor seating area was nice, overlooking Duval
- [I Caught A Shark! ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/i-caught-a-shark/) - Over the weekend I decided to take advantage of living in Key West and went shark fishing with Dream Catcher Charters. While I am afraid of these toothy critters, I was assured by Capt Tommy that I was perfectly safe viewing them from the boat and that I did not have to handle a shark
- [Key West Road Construction ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-road-construction/) - Visitors to Key West will find that the Florida Department of Transportation has started a roadway improvement project on North Roosevelt Blvd. If you are not super familiar with our roads, you may have some issues trying to get where you are going due to road closures and changing traffic patterns. You should allow a
- [Key West Aquarium](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-aquarium/) - The Key West aquarium is one of Key West's oldest tourist attractions. First opened in the winter of 1935, the aquarium had a bright future until the Labor Day hurricane of 1935 hit the islands and destroyed the overseas railroad and for awhile Keys tourism with it. For a time, the building served as a
- [Stay Fit Studio Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/stay-fit-studio-key-west/) - I have never really liked working out; it is tedious and complicated. But a girl has to stay in shape! Years ago my dad bought me a membership to a gym that shall not be named. Step was all the rage in the 1990's so I thought that I would give it a try and
- [Sarabeth's Key West | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/sarabeths-key-west-review/) - I decided to bring my Mom to Sarabeth's for breakfast on the last day of her visit to Key West recently. It had been awhile since I had eaten here and I was hoping that it was as good as I remembered it being. As I pulled up to the restaurant which is located on
- [Key West and the Military](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-and-the-military/) - The US military has an illustrious history in Key West which started back in the early 1800's. And we can thank former resident and businessman John Simonton, who in 1821 lobbied the US government to establish a naval base on the island to help bring law and order to the town while taking advantage of the
- [Key Plaza Creperie | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-plaza-creperie-review/) - Located right next to Big John's Pizzeria in the Key Plaza Shopping Center on Roosevelt Blvd, the Key Plaza Creperie is a new restaurant, opened for about a month now. The nice thing about this location is that there is parking, a rarity for the downtown restaurants. My friend Pam and I had breakfast here the other
- [Key West Poker Run - 2013](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-poker-run-2013/) - In just a couple of days we will start hearing the rumbling of Harley's and other motorcycles makes making their way down US 1 for the Phil Peterson's 41st Key West Poker Run which takes place this week from September 19 - 22, 2013. The Miami based Harley dealer started this event to bring about
- [Le Petit Paris | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/le-petit-paris-review/) - Located at 825 Duval Street, this new restaurant serves organic French fare for breakfast lunch, and dinner. From the outside, the plain building belies the chic interior, painted red with modern furniture and French poster art decorating the walls. There is also a seating area outside which overlooks Duval Street and is adjacent to the
- [Redbone SLAM Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/redbone-slam-key-west/) - Anglers challenged at 24th celebrity S.L.A.M. in Key West for CF research Slots open as Robert James Sales Redbone Keys Trilogy series kicks off Sept. 6 – 8. KEY WEST, Florida – The challenge is there for anglers, guides and celebrities alike; finding, catching and releasing permit, bonefish and tarpon -- the grand slam of flats
- [West Martello Tower](https://thekeywester.com/blog/west-martello-tower/) - I have driven by West Martello Tower literally hundreds of times, but until this past weekend I had never been inside. Years ago this old Civil War Fort was hardly ever opened and so the timing just never panned out for me. And more recently since the Key West Garden Club took over the property
- [El Siboney | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/el-siboney-review/) - El Siboney is located on Catherine Street in Key West, and while it does have parking on site, you will probably have to find street parking nearby because this place is almost always packed and the limited parking gets filled up fast. This is my favorite Cuban restaurant on the island, but with some major caveats.
- [Key West: A Writer's Paradise](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-a-writers-paradise/) - Ernest Hemingway's name is synonymous with Key West. He may be our most well known writer ever to have called the island home, but there are plenty of other that have or still do call Key West home. Names like Tennessee Williams, Robert Frost, John Hersey, James Merrill, Elizabeth Bishop, Richard Wilbur, John Malcolm Brinnin, Alison Lurie,
- [Key West Recipe Feedback](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-recipe-feedback/) - I was going through my emails this morning and I received one about a particular recipe that I shared in the Food and Drink section of this blog. Appropriately enough, it was for my Shrimp and Lobster Pot Pie, and it is once again lobster season! Below is the email; check out the spin that
- [A Key West Original - Kino's Sandal Factory](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-kinos-sandal/) - If you live in Key West you probably own a pair of Kino's sandals. Having a pair of Kino's is almost like belonging to a secret club because you won't find these sandals anywhere else in the world. Kino's Factory founder Roberto Lopez was a Cuban immigrant who made shoes in his homeland. After arriving
- [Casa Antigua and Ernest Hemingway ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/casa-antigua-ernest-hemingway/) - If you are like most people, you know that Ernest Hemingway called Key West home for many years. But did you know what drew him to Key West in the first place? Hemingway friend and fellow writer John dos Passos encouraged him to visit the island for its interesting people and great fishing. And that
- [Two Friends Patio | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/two-friends-patio-review/) - Located on Front Street, two friends patio has been around since 1967. It has a very old Florida feel to it with casual dining available inside and outside. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and my friend Pam and I headed over there for breakfast. We opted to sit outside because it was still early
- [Spiny Lobster Season 2013](https://thekeywester.com/blog/spiny-lobster-season-2013/) - July 24th and 25th, 2013, which is this Wednesday and Thursday, marks this year's two-day recreational lobster season, commonly known as mini-season. During this period, recreational snorkelers and divers can take up to six lobsters per day in Monroe County waters. This can be a really fun time on the water, but that fun can
- [Salute! | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/salute-review/) - Salute! is a little Italian restaurant right on Higgs Beach. It has been a favorite spot of mine ever since I moved here because of the view as well as for the laid back atmosphere and good food. Recently it was bought by the owners of Blue Heaven, so we went back for lunch yesterday
- [White Tarpon Deli | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/white-tarpon-deli-review/) - After an intense morning at spin class, my friend Pam and I were in much need of some coffee and nourishment, so we headed over to the White Tarpon for some breakfast. Located at the A&B Marina, 700 Front Street, you can grab a bite to go or you can sit at one of the
- [Lobsterfest 2013](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lobsterfest-2013/) - With Memorial Day upon us, summer is now knocking on our door. And one of the best things about summer in Key West is the opening of lobster season which is celebrated through Lobsterfest, the biggest event of the summer! August 8 through the 11th, lobster lovers will come to Key West by the thousands
- [My Visit to the Oldest House in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/oldest-house-key-west/) - The Oldest House in Key West, and all of South Florida for that matter, was originally located on Whitehead Street when it was built in the 1820's by a ship's carpenter using cedar and pine. But in 1829 the house was moved to its current Duval Street location using logs and donkeys to pull the house!
- [La Creperie | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/la-creperie-review/) - La Creperie was the brainchild of a couple of the original chefs at Croissants de France, so you know that the food has to be great! Proprietresses Yolande Findlay and Sylvie Le Nouail both come from the Morhihan region of France referred to as Brittany, and so they describe their food as such. The fare
- [Harpoon Harry's | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/harpoon-harrys-review/) - My friends Mark and Cathy are always raving about breakfast here when they come and visit. So, as I was strolling around downtown the is past weekends with my husband and our friends, we decided to pop in here for a bite to eat for dinner. Harpoon Harry's is located on Caroline Street, just across
- [Bad Boy Burrito | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bad-boy-burrito-review/) - Bad Boy Burrito opened its doors in 2008 and has gained a strong following. It is located at 1220 1/2 Simonton Street. If you blink your eyes, you will drive by this small establishment, so keep alert! I was not sure what to expect before I came here, but I have to say that I
- [Croissants de France | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/croissants-de-france-review/) - Croissants de France, located at 816 Duval Street, has a bakery and an open-air bistro on grounds serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. The pastry chefs are classically trained and the offerings at the bistro are amazing. This is by far our favorite breakfast stop on the island. Breakfast is served daily until 4:30 pm
- [Camille's | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/camilles-review/) - Locals flock to Camille's daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, although the restaurant is probably most well known for the amazing breakfast specials that they offer and their mean Bloody Mary's (hope you like horseradish, a lot!). You cannot miss Camille's's pink facade, located on Simonton Street. Upon entering, the space feels very homey and
- [Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum](https://thekeywester.com/blog/ernest-hemingway-home-and-museum/) - Part of why I came to Key West back in the 1990's was because of Ernest Hemingway. I was fresh out of college and the lure of Papa was too much to ignore. So I have obviously visited all of the places that Hemingway had frequented during his time in Key West, including his former
- [Key West Custom Boating Charters](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-custom-boating-charters/) - Most people that visit Key West want to spend some time on the water while they are here. That is understandable considering the beauty of the clear waters, and the fun that you can have on them fishing, snorkeling, or just relaxing with a drink. So one of the most popular boating trips that we
- [To Tip Or Not To Tip?](https://thekeywester.com/blog/to-tip-or-not-to-tip/) - Based on the number of times I am asked about this particular subject, I think that tipping etiquette is one of the most confusing things for visitors to our island community to grasp. Some people just don't know if they are supposed to tip or how much. While tipping is certainly not mandatory in any case, it
- [2013 Southernmost Air Spectacular](https://thekeywester.com/blog/2013-southernmost-air-spectacular/) - Ever since I was a child I loved airplanes and air shows. It sounds funny to most people that I tell this too, but probably my favorite thing about living in the Key West area is being by Naval Air Station (NAS) Key West, which is the Navy's premier air to air combat training station. So
- [Annette's Lobster & Steak House | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/annettes-lobster-steak-house-review/) - Last night we met some friends in Marathon for dinner. Annette's has always been a favorite so we headed there for dinner and drinks. Annette's has been around for years and years, and that is one of it's charms. The ground level building located on the Gulf side of the Overseas Highway (US 1 North)
- [Roostica Wood Fire Pizzeria | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/roostica-key-west/) - Last night we took some visiting friends with us to Roostica Wood Fire Pizzeria for dinner. I liked it before, but they just keep getting better! The place was absolutely packed on a Sunday night, although that may have been partially due to the last game of the world series playing as there were a
- [Origami | Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/origami-restaurant-review/) - My husband and I decided to take the motorcycle downtown this past Saturday night on the spur of the moment. When we made it downtown we decided to get a bite to eat somewhere. I suggest sushi at Origami located in Duval Square. They have parking and outdoor seating and the weather was just perfect.
- [Dining Out on a Special Occasion in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/dining-out-on-a-special-occasion-in-key-west/) - This past New Year's Eve, my husband and I decided to go with some friends to one of our favorite Key West restaurants, Nine One Five. We have eaten here many, many times and have never once had a bad meal, until New Year's Eve that is. It was a special fixe price menu ($100
- [Square Grouper | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/square-grouper-review/) - Located at MM 22.5 on Cudjoe Key, Square Grouper Bar and Grill has been a favorite restaurant of mine, and many other locals, since its opening. While the bar does not serve liquor, it has a fine list of wines and microbrews, and you will find that the bar is almost always packed with locals
- [Kaya Island Eats | Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-review-kaya-island-eats-revisited/) - My first review of Kaya's was written shortly after the restaurant opened, and owner Scott Taylor told me at the time that he had a few things to improve on still. Well, I can say that he has definitely done that! Kaya is now my favorite restaurant in the area. The decor is airy and
- [Key West Aerial Sightseeing Tours](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-aerial-sightseeing-tours/) - Key West is a beautiful place to come and visit. But seeing it from up above will give you a whole other appreciation for the island's beauty. If you are flying into Key West, you get to see a little bit of this, but booking a flight with Cabanas Aerobatics can really give you that
- [Key West Tarpon Fishing](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-tarpon-fishing-charters/) - Many people come down to Key West specifically to fish for tarpon, also known as the silver king due to their color, size, and magnificent aerobatics as they jump and fight against the angler that seduced him with their bait. Where do we fish for tarpon and when is the best time to fish for
- [The Florida Keys Blimp Fat Albert Deflated?](https://thekeywester.com/blog/fat-albert-florida-keys-blimp/) - Ever since the first time I came to the Florida Keys, I can remember seeing Fat Albert flying high in the sky. The blimp has been based out of the aptly named Blimp Road on Cudjoe Key since 1980. I always thought that it was a weather balloon. But, as it turns out, it is a
- [Key West Valentines Day Sunset Dinner Cruises](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-valentines-day-sunset-dinner-cruises/) - Valentine's Day is February 14, 2013, and that is just around the corner. Celebrating the holiday typically includes candy and flowers and a nice dinner out. Why not forgo the regular restaurant and do dinner aboard a boat while watching the sun go down. Key West does have one of the most spectacular sunsets anywhere.
- [Key West Food and Wine Festival](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-food-and-wine-festival/) - January 24th kicks off the 2013 Key West Food & Wine Festival where top chefs and restaurateurs showcase their culinary creativity in a tasty schedule of events for foodies. This is the 4th year that Key West has hosted this event which has been wildly successful. We have great, fresh seafood to prepare, and with
- [Key West Events | Watch the Sailboat Races](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-events-watch-the-sailboat-races/) - If you are into sailing or if you just think that sailboats are romantic, then you really need to come to Key West for the Quantum Key West Sailboat Races going on this January 20th to the 25th. This is an annual competition featuring world-class yachting teams from over twelve countries! Over 100 yachts will
- [Key West Loses a Legend, Fred Cabanas](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-loses-a-legend-fred-cabanas/) - Fred Cabanas, owner of Cabanas Aeronautics Unlimited in Key West, which offers aerial tours and stunt rides over the islands, died yesterday in a plane crash in Cozumel, Mexico. Cabanas, who was at the controls at the time of the crash and his passenger Jorge Lopez were filming a documentary to promote an air show.
- [January 2013 Key West Events](https://thekeywester.com/blog/january-2013-key-west-events/) - As we say goodbye to 2012 and hello to 2013, the events here in Key West are not slowing down. Actually, they are starting off with a run. The Ragnar Relay Race takes place this Saturday, January 5th. This race is an overnight relay race made up of six to twelve person teams. Each person
- [Key West's Hemingway Museum v. US Government Over Famed Six Toed Cats](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-hemingway-museum-v-us-government-over-famed-six-toed-cats/) - Is nothing sacred anymore? Hemingway was arguably the most famous resident that the island ever had. And about 250,000 people per year come to the island and visit Hemingway's home which is now a museum. Part of the allure of visiting the house are seeing the descendants of Hemingway's six-toed cats that roam freely around
- [Key West Christmas Celebrations](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-christmas-celebrations/) - December is here and I for one cannot believe that Christmas is already upon us. While Key West may never have a white Christmas, they sure do celebrate the holiday season. What else would you expect from a party town?! Running all month long is the "Bight Before Christmas" Holiday Celebration. During this celebration, you
- [Key West Art](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-art/) - For artists of all kinds, Key West has always been a haven, a place to congregate and be themselves. Live the relaxed island life which in turn inspires their art. All one has to do to see this is true is walk the streets of downtown Key West. With over 40 art galleries on the
- [Key West Boat Races Finale](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-boat-races-finale/) - As I was driving in to work today and watched one big, beautiful race boat after another being trailered up US 1, I was reminded that the world championship races for Superboat International have come to a close. My husband, Steven, and I saw the boats on parade on Sunday, November 4th. This was a
- [Fishing and Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/fishing-and-key-west/) - Just about everybody who comes down to Key West wants to do some fishing. What many people don't know is what type of fishing they want to do. Yes, there are many different types of fishing charters for all budgets, experience levels, interests, and constitutions. Private Charters are charters that you and your group go
- [Key West Fishing Tournament Comes to a Close](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fishing-tournament-comes-to-a-close/) - This month ends the eight month long competition which started in March. The Key West Fishing Tournament, now in its 47th year, is open to the general public, both visitors and residents. At no cost, anglers can enter their catch at a certified tournament weigh station, each entry receiving a catch certificate. This year the
- [Key West Doctors](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-doctors/) - So you are on vacation in Key West. One would not think that they would need a doctor, but you never know what can happen. Unfortunately, people do sometimes get sick or hurt while on vacation. I myself came down with the chicken pox on a vacation as a kid and had to see a
- [Book a Private Charter to View 2012 Super Boat World Championship Races](https://thekeywester.com/blog/book-a-private-charter-to-view-2012-super-boat-world-championship-races/) - Coming to Key West to see the 2012 Super Boat International World Championship Races next week? What better way to see the races than by getting up-close and personal? This year Dream Catcher Charters is offering a specialty private charter for viewing the races from the best seat in the house. We will pick the
- [2012 Key West Super Boat International World Championship Races](https://thekeywester.com/blog/2012-key-west-super-boat-international-world-championship-races/) - This year's World Championship Races for Super Boat International start in Key West on November 4th. This is always exciting, not only for viewing the races, but also for the parade of colorful and awe inspiring boats that make their way down the Overseas Hwy (US 1) for this event. The World Championships are always
- [Flying to Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/flying-to-key-west/) - There are many ways to get to Key West, but if you are flying you rarely are able to fly direct. But some major airlines are beginning to offer non-stop flight for the holiday season. This may be good news for some East Coasters looking to visit the Southernmost City in the USA! Starting December
- [Fantasy Fest King and Queen](https://thekeywester.com/blog/fantasy-fest-king-and-queen/) - Fantasy Fest, held every October for the last 33 years, is Key West's version of Mardi Gras. In the beginning, Fantasy Fest was the brainchild of local businessmen Tony Falcone and Bill Conkle for the purpose of bringing business to the area during off season. But through the years the event has grown into much
- [Key West Fantasy Fest 2012](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fantasy-fest-2012/) - This is the 33rd year that Key West has celebrated Fantasy Fest, our version of Mardi Gras, and it starts this week! You can read all about the festival's history and reveler rules on my blog page about this event. If you plan on coming down for the celebrations and don't have hotel reservations yet,
- [Key West Goombay Festival](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-goombay-festival/) - This Friday and Saturday, October 19 and 20, 2012, Key West celebrates once again with the 32nd annual Goombay festival. This event celebrates the island's rich Caribbean history with an exciting street fair. Showcases include arts and crafts, music, and most importantly, food. Goombay always signifies the start of the annual Fantasy Fest celebrations, but
- [Bagatelle | Restaurant Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/bagatelle-restaurant-review/) - Bagatelle, located on Duval Street is a convenient place to stop and get a bite to eat while walking around downtown. Downstairs at the bar you can relax with a drink and watch a game on the TV or get a delicious meal. You can also eat upstairs or downstairs, in the dining room or
- [Roostica Wood-Fire Pizzeria | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/roostica-wood-fire-pizzeria-review/) - Roostica, Bobby and Michelle Mongelli's newest restaurant venture, is now opened serving lunch and dinner. Like The Hogfish Bar and Grill, Roostica is located on Stock Island as well in the same building as the Dolphin Deli. The renovations that Bobby has made to the building are amazing. From the outside the place looks deceivingly
- [Key West La Nails](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-la-nails/) - I love the Pier House Caribbean Spa which has a huge array of services and is top notch in service and staff. But I don't always feel like driving downtown. Plus, when I am going with a girlfriend to get our nails done together we want to be able to talk to one another; the Caribbean
- [Top Ten Activities for Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/island-genns-top-ten-activities-for-key-west/) - There are many Key West activities for visitors to experience during their vacation. On the water or on land I have you covered with some fun stuff to do here in Key West for everyone in your group. These are all popular activities so chances are booking ahead will be needed. Feel free to call
- [Gator Club Dolphin Derby Winners!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/captain-rob-harris-of-dream-catcher-charters-leads-anglers-to-key-west-gator-club-dolphin-derby-win/) - Texan Max Hardin landed the largest fish in the Key West Gator Club Dolphin Derby last weekend. At 38.4 pounds, the fish outweighed the next largest fish by 8 pounds. Hardin and team mate Bobby Adisano were aboard the vessel Intense, a 32' Yellowfin Yachts center console, owned by the local charter company, Dream Catcher
- [Key West: Latest Client Comments](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-latest-client-comments/) - Genn, Just a quick note to let you all know that we had a great outing. I was on the South Paw with Captain Brad & his 1st mate Heath. Not only were these guys friendly & jovial but their professionalism was clearly evident in the level of preparedness of tackle, bait & boat! All day
- [Stock Island: Reminiscent of the Original Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/stock-island-original-key-west/) - There is no doubt that Key West is a great place to visit. But with each passing year the island becomes a bit more commercial. It has to when it is a major Florida tourist destination. Key West has to be able to compete with Orlando, Miami, and other areas that draw lots of tourists
- [Why Sometimes it is Better to Drive than to Fly to Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/why-sometimes-it-is-better-to-drive-than-to-fly-to-key-west/) - Case in point, I had to fly up to NJ last week as I had a sudden and unexpected death in the family. While I really did not have the time to drive all the way to NJ and back to get to the funeral on time and back in time for work on Monday,
- [Key West Holiday Events](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-holiday-events/) - There are a few things happening on our island this week and next. Some are holiday related and others are not. But they are all interesting! Definitely something for everyone happening this time of year! On December 27th and 28th is the 51st Annual Key West House and Garden Tour. Tickets are $25 each and
- [Key West is Going to Have a Hot Christmas!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-christmas/) - We are now just 10 days away from Christmas and it is still in the high to mid 70's here! And according to the extended forecast it is to remain in the high 70's for quite some time. While the warm weather does not do much to make it feel Christmasy around here, I am
- [Key West and preparing for Christmas](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-and-preparing-for-christmas/) - So this Saturday my husband and I went to get a Christmas tree. I thought that we were going to go to Publix to pick up a tree but he wanted to go to Home Depot, which is where we went since all I cared about was getting a tree and not where we actually
- [Key West Baby Hawk Rescue](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-baby-hawk-rescue/) - So my husband and I rescued a beautiful baby hawk today. I was walking my dog Indie around the block and I looked down and there was this bird about Indie's size just sitting on a coconut that had fallen to the ground. We were only a couple feet away from it and it did
- [Discovering Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/discovering-key-west/) - I have lived in Key West for nearly 13 years now. Wow! I know the island pretty darn well. But every once in a while I still get surprised. Hard to do on a 2x4 square mile island? I say not! Key West is very tourist industry driven so we have a ton of restaurants,
- [Key West Shopping on the Cheap](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-shopping-on-the-cheap/) - So this past Saturday my BFF and I decided to do a little shopping. We met up at Ross around 2:30 and before we knew it it was 6:00! We had a blast. Ross has a hodgepodge of different items, a lot of which are designer name brands. They stock men and women's clothing and
- [I'm Back Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/im-back/) - Well, I have not posted anything for a few days now. My birthday was Sunday so my husband surprised me with a quick getaway to Islamorada, about a 1.5 hour drive away from Key West. Key West is a wonderful place to be, but for those of us who live there we like to get
- [The Importance of Using Sunscreen in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/sunscreen-key-west/) - Key West is a hot and sunny island, most of the time at least. I am usually inside at my computer working, so I don't spend a lot of time outdoors. On Memorial Day weekend I finally took a day off and joined my husband and some friends on a boating excursion. We took a
- [April - May Fishing In Key West, Florida](https://thekeywester.com/blog/april-may-fishing-in-key-west-florida/) - Hey folks. Capt. Steven (Dr Catcher checking in here to let you all know whats happening here in Key West in fishing. For up to date fishing reports from Capt. Steven Lamp check out www.thekeywestfishingreport.com Lots of weather last weekend really shook it up here in Key West but that did not stop the world
- [Key West Fishing Report](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fishing-report-2/) - September is a notable month for inshore fishing. The flats are alive with baby tarpon, bonefish, and permit, although there are many other species available as well such as sharks, jacks, barracuda, snook, redfish, and jack crevalles. Typically this time of year though avid flats fisherman, both spin and fly fisherman, tend to visit our
- [Key West Fishing Report](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fishing-report/) - Key West Fishing Report For The Key Wester Inshore is the name of the game this week. Tarpon fishing has been very good and offering our anglers at Dream Catcher Charters a nice start to an early morning during the shrimp hatches. Up on the flats things are solid with a great report of Permit
- [Key West Lobsterfest 2012](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-lobsterfest-2012/) - Mini-season has come to an end this year, but the 2012 lobster season opens on August 6th. And that means that the 2012 Key West Lobsterfest is just around the corner! This year the annual festival is being held August 10 - 12. Thousands of lobster lovers come to the Key West to take part in
- [Florida Keys 2012 Lobster Mini Season opens Tomorrow](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lobster-mini-season-florida-keys/) - Lobster mini season which falls on July 25th and 26th this year, is always the last Wednesday and Thursday in July, and it usually brings around 25,000 visitors to the Florida Keys. During this two day lobster bonanza, each properly licensed snorkeler and diver is allowed to take up to six legal sized lobsters per day. Night snorkeling
- [Key West Celebrates the 32nd Annual Hemingway Days ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-celebrates-the-32nd-annual-hemingway-days/) - Hemingway Days is here again! And I know this for sure because when out and about Key West this week I feel like I have just stepped into a movie like Woody Allen's Midnight in Paris. Have you seen it? Well, if you haven't I won't ruin it for you. But everywhere you go this
- [The Turtle Hospital may make Key West its New Home!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-turtle-hospital-may-make-key-west-its-new-home/) - Monday, the Truman Waterfront Advisory Board listened to the staff of the Marathon based Turtle Hospital regarding moving their facility to the city owned Truman Waterfront. The Turtle Hospital manager told board members that their operation has released over 2,500 turtles since 1986. It is estimated that the move to the Truman Waterfront would show
- [La Trattoria Oceanside | Updated Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/la-trattoria-oceanside-updated-review/) - Our friends Amy and Kevin are in town this week celebrating their anniversary and they invited us out to dinner with them and their son Kyle last night. Amy is an avid reader of my reviews and so she asked, "where would Island Genn go to have a nice dinner?" She decided on La Trattoria
- [ZaZa Pizzeria | Updated Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/zaza-pizzeria-updated-review/) - I know that I said that I would probably not be going back here due to the service I experienced last time I was there, but ZaZa Pizzeria is across the street from my house and since we were going out of town the next day we went there to get an overpriced pizza. The
- [Amigo's Tortilla Bar | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/amigos-tortilla-bar-review/) - Amigo's Tortilla Bar is a fairly new restaurant located on Green Street, directly across the street from Captain Tony's Saloon. I LOVE Mexican food so I was really excited to try this place. Amigo's has a great location, a nice website, and a neat menu. The place is very small and seating is mostly bar
- [Swim Around Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/swim-around-key-west/) - Tomorrow, June 23, 2012 is the 36th Annual Swim Around Key West. This is a 12.5 mile swim, clockwise around the island. Generally the waters are about 85 degrees and relatively shallow. Started in 1977 by Anna Fugina who began swimming to help her recover from injuries obtained in a car accident, this event has
- [Key West Fishing Tournament ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fishing-tournament/) - This year, Dream Catcher Charters is sponsoring the Key West Fishing Tournament, which is an 8 month long competition running from March through November. The tournament, now in its 47th year, is open to anyone, resident or visitor, and all anglers are encouraged to enter their catches. All entries qualify for a prize, and all
- [Hideaway Cafe | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/hideaway-cafe-review/) - The Hideaway Cafe is located at the Rainbow Bend Resort on Grassy Key. It is seriously hidden away. Unless you knew it was there or you were staying at the resort you would never find it. The resort is an older, but it is right on the beach which is nice, and the view from
- [Key West's Tropic Cinema Summer Special](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-tropic-cinema-summer-special/) - Finally, some good news for Keys kids! Every Saturday until school starts in August, Tropic Cinema will be showing a kids' matinee at 10:30 am. But the really cool part is that the matinees will only cost $1.00 for kids (12 and under) and up to two of their guests. Adults unaccompanied by a child
- [Key West: Higg's Beach](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-higgs-beach/) - Higg's Beach is one of the larger beaches on the island of Key West. It has public restrooms as well as grills for cookouts, chair and umbrella rentals, volleyball courts, a pier, and the fabulous restaurant and bar, Salute. Oh, and I forgot to mention lots of parking! These features make Higg's Beach a favorite
- [Key West's 3rd Annual Brewfest](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-wests-3rd-annual-brewfest/) - Key West's 3rd annual BrewFest will be held August 30th to September 3rd. This year’s festival will feature events hosted by local restaurants, bars, and the Southernmost Hotel Collection. BrewFest is an annual event put on by the Southernmost Hotel Collection to raise money for the Key West Sunrise Rotary of the Conch Republic. August
- [Key West Event | 3rd Annual Bacchanalia](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-event-3rd-annual-bacchanalia/) - For the past couple of years, the biggest foodie event in Key West has been Bacchanalia. This competition of local celebrity chefs benefitting the Darrel Gwynn Foundation allows for celebrity judges, winemakers and journalists to mingle for a good cause. This year, one of the competitors will be celebrity chef Adrianne Calvo from Miami, who
- [Key West Authors](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-authors/) - Previously I wrote a blog, Books About Key West. Well, here are some of the more well known authors that have called Key West home at one time or another... Ernest Hemingway Tennessee Williams Annie Dillard Robert Frost Ralph Ellison John Dos Passos Judy Blume Shel Silverstein Elizabeth Bishop Michael Haskins Richard Wilbur John Ciardi
- [Shor at the Hyatt Resort and Marina | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/shor-at-the-hyatt-resort-and-marina-review/) - Shor is located at the Hyatt Resort at 601 Front Street in Key West. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. After hearing my friend rave about this place, we decided to try it out for dinner the other night. The nice thing about eating at hotel restaurant is that there is
- [Twenty Things to Do When Visiting Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/twenty-things-to-do-in-key-west/) - There are tons of things to see and do while in Key West. Well, here are a few suggestions of things not to be missed that will offer you a true Key West experience. 1. Go out on a fishing charter with Dream Catcher Charters. Key West has some of the best fishing in the
- [The Sugarloaf Food Company | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-sugarloaf-food-company-review/) - Anne Rodamer opened her shop, the Sugarloaf Food Company, in the summer of 2006 and ever since then she has picked up quite a following. She is one hell of a baker, and she makes a mean cup of coffee to boot! Anytime I head up the Keys I make this my stop for coffee
- [Key West is Losing a Piece of History: Fast Buck Freddy's Closes](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fast-buc-freddys/) - Anyone who has ever been to Key West in the last 35 years and walked along Duval Street has no doubt seen the famous window displays at Fast Buck Freddy's, our only island department store. The store is full of interesting things like Tommy Bahama clothes, tropical housewares and kitchen goods, stationary, candles, furniture, light
- [Florida Keys: Pigeon Key](https://thekeywester.com/blog/florida-keys-pigeon-key/) - It seems like everywhere today developers come in and build big complexes of condos, hotels, or strip malls. Sometimes it betters the landscape when taking the place of old, dilapidated structures. But all too often they end up taking out forests or other pieces of history, and it is really sad for us and for
- [Latitudes at Sunset Key | Review](https://thekeywester.com/blog/latitudes-at-sunset-key-review/) - Today my husband and I met my best friend Dianne and her husband Erik at Latitudes on Sunset Key for breakfast. We took the ferry over from the Westin Marina on Key West (about a 10 minute run). It was perfect weather for outside seating so we sat overlooking the beach and watched as the
- [Key West Restaurant Review: Nine One Five Bistro and Wine Bar](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-review-nine-one-five-bistro-and-wine-bar/) - Located at 915 Duval Street, this is one of my absolute favorite restaurants in Key West. It is located on the quieter end of Duval Street, so area crowds and parking are not typically an issue here. Although, because the food and the wine selection are so amazing you do need to make reservations to
- [It is Turtle Nesting Season in the Florida Keys and Key West ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/it-is-turtle-nesting-season-in-the-florida-keys-and-key-west/) - April 15th marks the start of turtle nesting season here in the Florida Keys, and it runs all the way through October 31st.While these little hatchlings are quite cute and an amazing sight to see, they are quite delicate and do not have a huge survival rate. There are already so many natural obstacles that
- [Key West and Florida Keys Saddened by Jose Wejebe Death](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-and-florida-keys-saddened-by-jose-wejebe-death/) - It was a sad day for the Florida Keys and Key West fishing community yesterday. News spread quickly that local TV celebrity and host of the Spanish Fly died in a plane crash. Shocked friends and fans texted each other and posted RIP on Jose's Facebook page yesterday. The Cuban born Jose was a natural
- [Key West and the Florida Keys: African Queen](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-and-the-florida-keys-african-queen/) - The iconic boat from the Humphrey Bogart movie of the same name, African Queen, has called the docks at the Holiday Inn in Key Largo home since 1983. The boat is actually registered as a national historic site. Recently, she has undergone major restorations to make her seaworthy again. And earlier this month, Humphrey Bogart's son Stephen
- [Key West Events: Captain Tony Days](https://thekeywester.com/blog/captain-tony-days/) - The 4 day long party celebrating the life of Captain Tony Tarracino, one of the most famous residents Key West has ever had, starts tonight!! Tony died at the age of 92 in 2008. He was the owner of Captain Tony's Saloon located at 428 Greene Street, the former location of the original Sloppy Joe's
- [Key West Restaurant Review: China Garden](https://thekeywester.com/blog/china-garden/) - Last night my husband and I went to Old Town Key West on a photo mission. We were planning on eating dinner while we were there, but most places are open air and it was hot, hot, hot. And the places that were indoor were packed. That's what happens during a special event at 6
- [Jimmy Buffet in Key West!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/jimmy-buffet-in-key-west/) - This past Friday night Jimmy Buffet made quite the surprise appearance in Key West. And it was just in time for the Parrothead's Convention, Meeting of the Minds, which is held annually on the island. This is the 20th year anniversary of the event that draws thousands of Buffet fans to the island. Buffet and
- [Valentine's Day in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/valentines-day-in-key-west/) - Valentine's Day is already just around the corner. Yes, you can do the norm if you are staying here during this holiday and send flowers and candy to your sweetheart, as the island has no shortage of wonderful florists. Or you can do something a little different with some Key West island flair! There are
- [Key West Restaurant Review: Vito's Piazza](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-review-vitos-piazza/) - We had a lunch meeting here yesterday and I was excited because I have been looking forward to trying this place out for a while now. When it first opened about 6 months ago they had a very basic menu, so I wanted to wait to eat here until they were ready to go and
- [Key West's Premier Yachting Race Week](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-yacht-races/) - This week is Premier Racing week. The 25th-anniversary challenge features world-class competition and yachting teams from more than 12 countries and 24 American states. Nearly 300 racing yachts compete for class championships in this international regatta. To view the action, fans can book seats on spectator boats ranging from excursion catamarans to historic tall ships or
- [Restaurant Review: Sunset Grille](https://thekeywester.com/blog/restaurant-review-sunset-grille/) - Sunset Grille is located at the south end of Marathon on Knight's Key. We ate lunch here a few days ago with some friends and we were really impressed with the food and the great layout. This is an open air tiki bar / restaurant with a pool overlooking the ocean and the 7 mile bridge. In
- [Driving to Key West...](https://thekeywester.com/blog/driving-to-key-west/) - Driving to Key West? Many people do not realize that the Florida Keys are a chain of islands connected by a series of bridges, and Key West is the very last island in the chain. Driving time from Miami to Key West takes approximately 3 hours, although due to traffic it may take longer. But
- [Key West Sunset Sail Aboard the America 2.0](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-sunset-sail-aboard-the-america-2-0/) - Enjoying a beautiful Key West sunset on the water is an awesome way to spend an evening. There are several options to choose from, all of which I am sure would be enjoyable, but the America 2.0 is an amazingly beautiful boat. For 2 hours you sail through the harbor, by Fort Zachary Taylor State
- [Key West Restaurant Review: Six Toed Cat](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-review-six-toed-cat/) - Most people know the tale of Hemingway and his six toed cats, descendants which still roam the grounds of his Key West home. Well right next door to the Hemingway Home and Museum on Whitehead Street is a cute little eatery called the Six Toed Cat. They have both indoor and outdoor seating available as
- [Key West New Years Eve Events 2011](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-new-years-eve-events-2011/) - There are really lots of events happening to celebrate the New Year's arrival. Here are a listing of events and special menus for the holiday for you to peruse and help make your holiday plans! Events Sloppy Joe's Watch the crowd gather to ring in 2012 with our 19th Annual Dropping of the Conch Shell
- [Key West: Florida Keys Art Guild Festival](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-florida-keys-art-guild-festival/) - Running from December 27th through the 31st is the Florida Keys Art Guild Festival, a free art festival held at Bayview Park. It was billed to have dozens of artists from around the country joining local artisans to display their work, ranging from fine jewelry, sculpture, paintings and photography as well as fine crafts. However, I would
- [Key West Restaurant Review: Cafe Marquesa](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-review-cafe-marquesa/) - Located at the Marquesa Hotel on Fleming Street, this classy restaurant has a unique international menu that is constantly changing and very good service. Menus are actually printed daily so the servers will not have any specials to tell you about. My husband and I had dinner here for our anniversary this weekend. The decor
- [Key West Restaurant Review: Update on ZaZa Pizzeria ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-review-update-on-zaza-pizzeria/) - After ordering overly expensive personal pizzas for take put a few weeks ago I decided that I did not want to cook so my husband and I had dinner there the other evening. Inside there were less people than the last time I stopped by to pick up food; it was still loud though. We
- [December in Key West ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/december-in-key-west/) - Today is the first day of December! It was 80 degrees yesterday but a major cold front moved through last evening making it a balmy 70 degrees outside today. I know. I know. I am really suffering down here. Well, it may be 70 degrees, but it does not seem like Christmas is just around the corner.
- [Key West - The End of Hurricane Season 2011](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-the-end-of-hurricane-season-2011/) - So, today is November thirtieth. Officially this is the last day of the Atlantic hurricane season! I am surprised that someone in Key West has not started the "End of Hurricane Days Festival" or something like that to draw in crowds and have another excuse to party on Duval Street. The Atlantic storm season actually
- [Key West - Pirates in Paradise](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-pirates-in-paradise/) - Starting on November 24th and running through December 4th, is the 12 Annual Pirates in Paradise festival celebrating Key West's "colorful maritime history." Historic walking tours, bazaar markets, storytelling competitions, and many more activities will be a part of this event. Check it out while you are here! Event Schedule of Events: Daily 10:00am-10:00pm - PIRATE
- [Key West Restaurant Review: Zaza Pizzeria Napoletana](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-review-zaza-pizzeria-napoletana/) - So there is another new restaurant in the Lower Keys. Located at the Sugarloaf Lodge, this new Italian restaurant has recently opened up. It is great because this area is in need of more restaurants and especially a pizza place for a quick dinner. I stopped in the other night to do just that. Since
- [Key West Restaurant Review: Kaya Island Eats](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-review-kaya-island-eats/) - This new (only opened 2 weeks ago) eatery is located on the ocean and US1 N in Saddle Bunch Keys (about 15 miles north of Key West). The building once housed another restaurant but Kaya is thus far much different (in a good way). Based on its name, you can probably guess that the menu has a
- [Key West Superboat Races: Sunday Recap](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-superboat-races-sunday-recap/) - The final day of the races went much better than the first two days. There were no fatalities. That being said, there was still an accident with serious injuries that marred the final day. Warpaint, a 38 foot boat powered with twin 750-HP motors, slammed into a wave; both drivers were taken to the hospital
- [Key West Restaurant Review: Boat House ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-review-boat-house/) - Walking around last night checking out he race boats, we decided to grab a bite to eat before heading home. We ended up stopping at the Boat House, located beneath the Commodore Restaurant at A&B Marina. For those of you that have been in the area before thinking, there is no restaurant there, you are
- [Key West Offshore Power Boat Races Update](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-offshore-power-boat-races-update/) - Well, yesterday was another sad day for the racing circuit. Another crash claimed the life of another racer. Joey Gratton of Sarasota, Florida passed away yesterday at Ryder Trauma Center as he was being treated for his injuries. The one glimmer of light to this accident was that Gratton's partner, Stephen Page of Fort Myers,
- [Key West: 11-11-11](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-11-11-11/) - Well, it will be quite some time before humanity sees this date again. I was getting a lot of calls for accommodations for this week and every one of the places that I work with and all of the ones that I don't work with as well were totally booked up. Yes, the World Super
- [2011 World Championship Power Boat Race Update](https://thekeywester.com/blog/2011-world-championship-power-boat-race-update/) - Very sad news. Yesterday was the first day of racing and they did not get off to a good start. Big Thunder Marine owner Bob Morgan and his throttle man Jeff Tillman were both killed when their boat flipped during the third race of the day. The boat was a 46 foot Skater catamaran with
- [Key West World Championship Super Boat Races ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-world-championship-super-boat-races/) - For those of you that may be in Key West currently you have probably noticed an influx of BIG boats coming onto the island via trailer. These boats are painted up colorfully and that is to draw attention to themselves since they are going to be competing this week in the 31st Annual Key West
- [Key West - Hurricane Rina](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-hurricane-rina/) - So, it looks like Key West are dodging a potential bullet with Rina, making everyone happy since she would have put a damper on our Fantasy Fest Celebrations. Only once in the past 20+ years has Fantasy Fest been cancelled and rescheduled, and that was in fact due to a hurricane. You can read more
- [Key West Historical Markers: The Captain George Carey House and the Pirates Well](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-historical-markers-capt_george_carey/) - I was wondering downtown the other day and I came across a sign posted in front of one of the historic downtown homes that said "Pirates Well." I have walked by this place a hundred times and had never noticed it before, so I read the marker at the house and did a bit or
- [Key West Fantasy Fest is Almost Here!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-fantasy-fest-is-almost-here/) - Well October is here, the weather is starting to cool slightly, and Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas displays are already going up in the stores. That means Fantasy Fest is just around the corner. I always equate this annual festival to Mardi Gras. We have a ton of celebrations during these days (October 21 - 30)
- [Key West Restaurant Review: Ambrosia](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-restaurant-review-ambrosia/) - My BFF"s birthday was Thursday so to celebrate she wanted to go to her favorite sushi restaurant, Ambrosia. When we got there at 7pm there was nobody there yet, but as the evening progressed the place became packed. Moral, make a reservation to eat here, lol. Ambrosia is located at the Santa Marina Suites on
- [Key West - Shooting Range](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-shooting-range/) - Until about a year ago, local gun enthusiasts had no place to go to shoot their firearms unless they took a boat offshore. I guess that could be fun but I would think that aiming on a rocking boat would be pretty hard to do. And plus, what would you shoot at? Sounds like a
- [Key West Shopping - Costume Jewelery](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-shopping-costume-jewelery/) - So I have found the Mecca for costume jewelry on the island. Jewelry Imposters has been open for about two years in the Searstown Shopping Plaza. The owners design a majority of the items stocked, and the pieces are modeled after designers like Cartier, Gucci, and Harry Winston. Everything is extremely tasteful and if I
- [Key West - Bike Week 2011](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-bike-week/) - All you have to do is step outside today and you would know exactly what event is going on this week. You guessed it; that constant roar up and down the road signifies bike week is finally here, formally called the 39th annual Key West Poker Run. There are typically over 10,000 motorcyclists and enthusiasts
- [Key West SLAM](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-slam/) - So it is fall and the temperatures have dropped, if only very slightly, and the flats fishing game is on full speed. Tarpon, Bonefish, and Permit all around. Even with good numbers of fish around this time of year, these are some of the most challenging fish to catch. It is almost like a hunting
- [Key West Cuisine 101](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-cuisine-101/) - Key West has an eclectic hodgepodge of restaurants for locals and visitors to choose from. You will find everything from Jamaican, French, Cuban, American, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, Mexican and of course local Key West style fare. What exactly is Key West fare you ask. Well, if you consider the location and heritage of the island, you
- [What to Pack for a Key West Vacation](https://thekeywester.com/blog/what-to-pack-for-a-key-west-vacation/) - So you are visiting our fair island of Key West and you don't know what to pack? I will make this very easy for you. Key West is a very casual place. Even the fanciest restaurants do not require you to dress up and more than country club casual. Here are some things not to
- [Mel Fisher, Key West Treasure Hunter](https://thekeywester.com/blog/mel-fisher-key-west-treasure-hunter/) - Mel Fisher was arguably the most famous treasure hunter in modern times. Probably because in 1985 he discovered the Atocha, a Spanish galleon that sank off of the Florida Keys in a hurricane in 1622. With over $450 million in treasures found so far from the wreck, including 40 tons of gold and silver, Pieces
- [Hurricane Season](https://thekeywester.com/blog/hurricane-season/) - So hurricane season started on June first, but we are now getting into the busiest part of the season. Thus far we have been lucky, with little storm activity and recently dodging Irene. After our past experiences with Georges, Wilma, Katrina, etc, we sincerely feel for the Northeast and the havoc that Irene created there.
- [Road Rules for Bicyclists](https://thekeywester.com/blog/road-rules-bicycles-key-west/) - Living and working on a small island, you can imagine that man people like to get around via bikes. It is a great method of travel,with benefits for both the body and the environment. But it seems to me that lots of people believe that just because they are on a bike they don't have
- [Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center](https://thekeywester.com/blog/florida-keys-eco-discovery-center/) - When the Eco Discovery Center opened down here, I was skeptical. But my husband and I one day finally decided to check it out. Unfortunately, thinking it would have to be lame, we did no allot ourselves enough time to visit this place, which turned out to be awesome and super informative about the Florida
- [Cigars and Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/cigars-and-key-west/) - Cuban cigars have long been considered among the best in the world. In the late 1800's, as war gripped Cuba, many Cuban cigar makers fled to Key West, bringing the cigar industry to the United States. For a time Key West was the cigar capital of the world. By the early 1900's, however, labor strikes,
- [Gearing Up for Lobster Mini Season in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/lobster-mini-season-key-west/) - The traffic coming into the Florida Keys and Key West is already picking up with Floridians trailering their boats down readying for lobster mini season which falls on July 27th and 28th this year. Mini season is always the last Wednesday and Thursday in July, and it usually brings about 25,000 visitors to the Florida Keys.
- [A Brief History of Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/a-brief-history-of-key-west/) - Florida's Calusa Indian tribe was forced to migrate south to Key West where they fought to keep the southernmost lands as the New World was settled. In the process many Indians were killed and the Key West beaches were used as burial grounds. According to Key West lore, Spanish settlers found bones of the dead
- [Key West Brewfest](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-brewfest/) - Last year was the first ever Brewfest held by the Key West Sunshine Rotary of the Conch Republic, and it was such a success that they have decided to do it again this year! It will be held Labor Day weekend, from September 1-5. All proceeds will support the Rotary and their charitable works. If
- [Restaurant Review - Rusty Anchor](https://thekeywester.com/blog/rusty-anchor/) - The Rusty Anchor Restaurant and Seafood Market has been around for a long, long time. Mainly locals dine here as it is located on Stock Island away from the touristy areas of Key West. Their menu has local seafood favorites like dolphin, yellowtail, calamari, clams, shrimp, conch, and crab as well as burgers, ribs, and
- [Restaurant Review - Old Town Mexican Cafe](https://thekeywester.com/blog/old-town-mexican-cafe/) - This Saturday we decided to go downtown to check out Lobsterfest with some friends. The street fair covered several blocks of Duval Street with stands serving up all different types of lobster dishes and vendors sells all different types of wares, from jewelry to hats to clothing to art work. The selection was amazing and
- [Key West Parking Information](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-parking-information/) - Since Key West is such a small island, parking is at a premium. Not only do most of the 25,000 residents have vehicles, but many visitors to the island either drive down or rent cars while they are here. The larger hotels and New Town attractions have parking available for their customers, but many of
- [Key West Lobsterfest!](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-lobsterfest/) - Okay, so lobster season has begun and that means that the annual Lobsterfest will be here soon! Participating bars and restaurants include Rick's, Lazy Gecko, Fogarty's, Hog's Breathe, Bagatelle, Sloppy Joe's, and more! The food is amazing and the street fair and concert are a blast! If you love Florida Lobster you need to be
- [Key West and the Arts](https://thekeywester.com/blog/key-west-and-the-arts/) - Key West has practically always been a haven of sorts for artists and aspiring artist of all kinds. The island has a rich and diverse history in the arts. Key West has many art galleries, theaters, museums, festivals, dances, music,concerts, literary events, and more! Here are some regular events that you can feel free to
- [The Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge ](https://thekeywester.com/blog/the-great-white-heron-national-wildlife-refuge/) - Established in 1938, the Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge is located in the lower Florida Keys and Key West and is comprised of about 200,000 acres of open water and islands which provides nesting, feeding, and resting areas for over 250 species of birds. The refuge was originally created to protect the great white

## Pages

- [Key West Travel](https://thekeywester.com/) - Key West travel planning help. Things to do, places to stay and amazing dinning and night life recommendations. Key West blog and updated information.
- [Key West Watersports](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/key-west-watersports/) - Key West watersports a collection of things to do on the water here in Key West. We are surrounded by water and offer all sorts of fun Watersports to chose from
- [Places To Stay Key West](https://thekeywester.com/places-to-stay/) - Places to stay Key West. From the major accommodations to hotels, motels, guest houses to bed and breakfasts. Key West accommodations are not limited.
- [Key West Events](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-events/) - Key West events calendar. A year round look at all the scheduled events in Key West. More Reasons to visit. Pick times to come during our events for more fun.
- [Best Restaurants Key West](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/best-restaurants/) - Best restaurants Key West are listed here in this page on The Key Wester. Key West as the best in restaurants, places to eat.
- [Famous Key West Recipes](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/) - Famous Key West Recipes from The Key Wester. Recipes to make your feel like you are in the tropics even if you cannot make it to Key West.
- [Top Ten Key West Restaurants](https://thekeywester.com/top-ten-key-west-restaurants/) - Top ten Key West restaurants. Places we feel fit the vibe of Key West, has great food and service. Making our visitors feel good about their experience.
- [Deep Sea Fishing](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/key-west-fishing/deep-sea/) - Deep sea fishing in Key West was made famous by Ernest Hemingway. Trolling the blue waters of the Gulf Stream just a short distance to our South.
- [Key West Restaurant Reviews](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-restaurant-reviews/) - Key West restaurant reviews by Island Genn The Key Wester. Many folks come to Key West to enjoy our amazing food and places to eat. See which are best.
- [Dry Tortugas Trips Tours](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/dry-tortugas-trips-tours/) - Dry Tortugas Trips to the National Park is 70 miles west of Key West, spans one hundred square miles both open water and 7 small islands, only reachable by boat or seaplane.
- [La Concha](https://thekeywester.com/places-to-stay/hotels-in-key-west/la-concha/) - La Concha Key West is a Marriott autograph collection hotel. Right in the middle of Old town on Duval Street. One of Key Wests more famous places to stay.
- [Pier House Resort](https://thekeywester.com/places-to-stay/resorts-in-key-west/pier-house-resort-caribbean-spa/) - Pier House Resort and Caribbean Spa is where it all begins in Key West. On the water with amazing Key West sunset views. This is living large and loving it.
- [Things To Do](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/) - Things To Do Key West our island city is full of things to do and activities to keep you going day in and day out. List of the best things to do in Key West.
- [Key West Fishing](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/key-west-fishing/) - Key West fishing is the most diverse fishery. We go over all the details about how to go fishing in Key West with professional fishing guides and charters.
- [Resorts Key West](https://thekeywester.com/places-to-stay/resorts-in-key-west/) - Resorts Key West we have all the majors. All four corners of Key West has amazing resorts to stay at. Come see what makes the Key West resorts famous.
- [Guest Houses Key West](https://thekeywester.com/places-to-stay/guest-house-bed-breakfast-key-west/) - Guest houses Key West are famous for a collection of really amazing places to stay. Bed and breakfast, boutiques, inns and places to stay.
- [Hotels Key West](https://thekeywester.com/places-to-stay/hotels-in-key-west/) - Hotels Key West Florida. Places to stay on the island. Some are chains and others are unique to Key West. Key West hotels.
- [Sunset Sailing](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/sunset-sailing/) - Sunset Sailing is a tradition here in Key West. Many opportunities to see a beautiful QOS sunset on board one of our sailing trips. Trips to meet any budget.
- [Food Trucks](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-restaurants/food-trucks/) - Food trucks of Key West are very trendy and a popular way to get dinner in a unique atmosphere. Locals have favorites tourist find them like "Info Nuggets"
- [Key West Sandbars](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/key-west-sandbars/) - Key West sandbars we have charters and trips departing daily. The best rates for your toes in the sand and drink in your hand. Sandbar trips Snorkeling too.
- [Key West Restaurants](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-restaurants/) - Key West restaurants and dining are not only a passion of mine but also a big part of why folks come from all over to visit our island city.
- [Key West Health Food Restaurants](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-restaurants/health-food/) - Key West health food restaurants. Make healthy choices while visiting our island city. We have some interesting places that offer vegetarian and vegan.
- [Key West Split Charters](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-split-charters/) - Key West split charters. Share the cost of a charter deep sea fishing off of Key West. Easy booking to get on a boat and save a bunch of money.
- [My Top Picks for Key West Accommodations](https://thekeywester.com/top-ten-key-west-accommodations/) - Key West has no shortage of places to stay. You just need to decide on what amenities you want and what type of property you prefer. Chain hotel, vacation rental, boutique hotel, B&B guest house or intimate inn? Key West has it all. This is my Top Ten favorite properties based on the feedback I
- [Snorkeling | Fishing | Combo Charters](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/snorkeling-fishing-combo-charters/) - 305-292-7212 islandgenn@me.com Things To Do Sandbar Trips Sunset Sailing Key West Fishing Fish Species Calendar Deep Sea Fishing Backcountry Fishing Snorkel Fish Combo Flats Fishing Split Charters Dry Tortugas Watersports Places To Stay Top Ten Places Events Restaurants Top Ten Restaurants Restaurant Reviews Key West Recipes Best Restaurants Best Bars Top Ten
- [About](https://thekeywester.com/about-us/) - 305-292-7212 islandgenn@me.com Things To Do Sandbar Trips Sunset Sailing Key West Fishing Fish Species Calendar Deep Sea Fishing Backcountry Fishing Snorkel Fish Combo Flats Fishing Split Charters Dry Tortugas Watersports Places To Stay Top Ten Places Events Restaurants Top Ten Restaurants Restaurant Reviews Key West Recipes Best Restaurants Best Bars Top Ten
- [Seared Tuna Recipe](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/seared-tuna-recipe/) - And, luckily for us here in Key West, we catch them often offshore on our deep sea fishing charters. Here is my recipe for seared tuna.
- [Authors Guest House](https://thekeywester.com/places-to-stay/guest-house-bed-breakfast-key-west/authors-guest-house/) - Authors Guest House is a small inn located on White Street honoring the literary masters who lived and worked in Key West. This quaint and cute bed and breakfast, is comprised of a compound of historic Conch-style houses, suites, and rooms hidden by tropical foliage and an inviting Pool Spa. During your stay you can enjoy free of
- [Key West Cruise Ship Info](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-events/key-west-cruise-ship-schedule/) - About Key West cruise ships, cruise port, and schedule for visiting cruise ships to the island of Key West, Florida. What to do while visiting via cruise ship.
- [Lighthouse Court Key West](https://thekeywester.com/places-to-stay/guest-house-bed-breakfast-key-west/lighthouse-court/) - Lighthouse Court is one of my favorite Key West island inns. Not only does it have a tropical and relaxed atmosphere, it is located in the quieter section of Old Town, directly across the street from the Hemingway Home and Museum which is my favorite museum on the island, as it is for most other
- [Douglas House Inn](https://thekeywester.com/places-to-stay/guest-house-bed-breakfast-key-west/douglas-house-inn/) - Douglas House offers affordable accommodations in Old Town Key West, within short walking distance to both the Ernest Hemingway Museum and the Southernmost Point. And Mallory Square, countless restaurants, bars, shops, art galleries and museums are also within walking distance. The property has beautiful tropical gardens and a refreshing swimming pool which makes it seem like
- [Alexander Palms](https://thekeywester.com/places-to-stay/guest-house-bed-breakfast-key-west/alexander-palms/) - Alexander Palms Key West accommodation in Old Town. Places to stay while visiting Key West.
- [Florida Saltwater Fishing Regulations](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/key-west-fishing/florida-saltwater-fishing-regulations/) - Satwater fishing in Florida is lots of fun. There are some things one should know about salt water fishing regulations before setting out to catch some fish in Florida or here in the Florida Keys and Key West. There are many laws and regulations that govern our fisheries here to maintain and manage them for
- [Key West Recipes: Lechon Asado (Roast Pork Cuban Style)](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/key-west-recipes-lechon-asado-roast-pork-cuban-style/) - This is my FAVORITE Cuban dish! If you cannot make it down to Key West to dine at El Meson de Pepe's or El Siboney then you can make it at home, and it couldn't be easier! You can cook it up and serve alone, with a side of black beans and yellow rice, or
- [Key West Fishing Tournaments](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/key-west-fishing/key-west-fishing-tournament-calendar/) - Key West has world class fishing, from inshore flats fishing to offshore. Check out this list of Key West Fishing Tournaments for 2022.
- [Key West Fish Species Calendar](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/key-west-fishing/fish-species-calendar/) - Key West fish species calendar. Know when to go fishing here in Key West for your favorite fish species. Target your opportunities while you stay here.
- [Key West Flats Fishing](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/key-west-fishing/flats-fishing/) - Key West Flats fishing the shallows sight fishing with professional fishing guides that specialized in Key West flats fishing. Fly fishing or spin.
- [Backcountry Fishing](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/key-west-fishing/backcountry/) - Backcountry fishing in Key West. The most popular fishing charters we have. Always calm always clear with lots of casting and catching on a fun day of fishing.
- [Key West Bar and Grill](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-restaurants/bar-and-grill/) - Key West bar and grill are traditional here on the island of Key West. A place to meet friends, watch the game or take in the harbor views of Key West.
- [Key West Seafood Restaurants](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-restaurants/seafood/) - 305-292-7212 islandgenn@me.com Things To Do Sandbar Trips Sunset Sailing Key West Fishing Fish Species Calendar Deep Sea Fishing Backcountry Fishing Snorkel Fish Combo Flats Fishing Split Charters Dry Tortugas Watersports Places To Stay Top Ten Places Events Restaurants Top Ten Restaurants Restaurant Reviews Key West Recipes Best Restaurants Best Bars Top Ten
- [Key West Events Calendar](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-events/key-west-events-calendar/) - The events keep coming to Key West where you will find as much action, entertainment or relaxation as you are looking for.
- [Test Elementor](https://thekeywester.com/test-elementor/)
- [Best Bars In Key West](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/best-bars-in-key-west/) - Where to begin?! Key West is known for its party atmosphere, so you can just guess at the number of bars down here. I have chosen ten very different bars that just about anyone could enjoy. Sloppy Joe's - Located on the corner of Duval and Greene Streets, this is the quintessential Key West Bar. Ernest
- [Fantasy Fest Key West 2024 Schedule of Events](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-events/key-west-fantasy-fest/fantasy-fest-schedule-of-events/) - Fantasy Fest is back for 2022, and better than ever! Dates are set for October 21 - 30, 2022. This year's theme is Cult Classics and Cartoon Chaos.
- [Seafood Ceviche](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/seafood-ceviche/) - Here in Key West we are very fortunate to have so much fresh seafood available to us. Ceviche is a great way to enjoy really fresh seafood. Here is a recipe that I came up with for my ceviche loving friends. Of course, you can adjust the ingredients and amounts to your taste. For instance, I
- [Top Ten Key West Activities](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/top-ten-key-west-activities/) - My Favorite Key West Activities Key West Activities 4 Pack Boating Charter Get away from it all on this private charter for 6 persons or less. See Key West from the water. Add fishing, snorkeling, dolphin watching or whatever you like to do. This is totally customizable. 4, 6, and 8 hour trips available. Rates
- [Key West Recipe's: Island Genn's Famous Key West Fried Grouper Bites](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/key-west-fried-grouper/) - I have been told by many, many people that this is the BEST fried fish they have ever eaten. They always ask me how I do it. Well here is my "secret" recipe for Fried Grouper fish bites. Try it out for yourself. Super simple and very tasty sure to be a hit with your
- [Pumpkin Latte](https://thekeywester.com/pumpkin-latte/) - Around the holiday season (Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas) pumpkin everything becomes super popular. And I love pumpkin, especially pumpkin lattes from my favorite coffee houses! But after finding out how many artificial ingredients go into a pumpkin latte I decided to stop buying them and start making my own version at home which is both
- [Salad Dressings](https://thekeywester.com/salad-dressings/) - Blue Cheese 6 oz blue cheese or Gorgonzola crumbles (Boar's Head is my preference) 1/3 C Breakstone's sour cream 1/3 C light buttermilk 1/3 C Hellman's mayonnaise 1 T white wine vinegar 1/4 t worcestershire sauce 1/4 t garlic salt 1/4 t ground black pepper
- [Holiday Rum Drinks](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/holiday-rum-drinks/) - I love the holiday season and the way that food and drink brings everyone together. Having special meals that you might not enjoy all year round like roast turkey, spiral sliced ham, rack of lamb, or tender beef roasts along with drinks like hot cider and eggnog all make this time of year even more
- [Sunrise Suites Resort Condominiums](https://thekeywester.com/places-to-stay/sunrise-suites-resort-condominiums/) - Sunrise Suites Resort is an island paradise providing you with the luxury and convenience of your own two bedroom, two bathroom condominium. Spend sun filled days basking by the lagoon‐shaped pool surrounded by lush tropical foliage where you can let your cares melt away. If you have a car, Sunrise Suites has plenty of parking
- [Shrimp and Lobster Pot Pie](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/shrimp-and-lobster-pot-pie/) - My husband loves my chicken pot pie, but with lobster season here I decided to put a little spin on my recipe and change it up with some delicious fresh Florida seafood! If you don't like lobster or shrimp you could always substitute something that you do like. Or, you can just take this recipe
- [Island Genn's Key Lime Pie Recipe](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/island-genns-key-lime-pie-recipe/) - Key Lime Pie is the state pie of Florida. But the exact origins of the key lime pie are unknown. We can, however, trace back the first mention of a recipe for this dessert to William Curry, Key West's first millionaire. Like William Curry, my husband Steven is a Key Lime Pie fan. Whenever we
- [Key Lime Coconut Banana Bread](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/key-lime-coconut-banana-bread/) - I love cooking, but baking is not my bag. Baking is more of a science and there is not room for making mistakes. Putting in a little too much or not enough of an ingredient can completely destroy the outcome of a cake or bread. So that does not leave a lot of room for
- [Fishing Licenses](https://thekeywester.com/things-to-do/key-west-fishing/fishing-licenses/) - You do not need a Florida saltwater fishing license if you: are a child under 16 years of age. are a Florida resident age 65 or older with proof of age and residency. hunt or freshwater fish in your county of residence on your homestead or the homestead of your spouse. are a Florida resident
- [Southernmost Brunswick Stew](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/brunswick-stew/) - While this recipe may not have a tropical flair to it and I have never seen it on any Key West menu, Brunswick Stew is definitely Southern. The first time I tried it was at the Natural Bridge Hotel in Virginia. I was instantly a fan and tried my hand at it as soon as
- [Home Made Granola Bars](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/home-made-granola-bars/) - When you think about granola bars, if you are like me you think healthy snack. Unfortunately, most granola bars that you buy at the store are no better than a candy bar with a ton of sugars and chemicals. So I thought, "I am going to make my own healthy snack!" There are a million
- [Lobster Mac and Cheese](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/lobster-mac-and-cheese/) - Who doesn't like Mac and Cheese? Try this yummy adult version with fresh Florida lobster! Even my husband who does not care for lobster gobbled this up. 2 cups macaroni (elbows or corkscrews) 5 T butter 5 T flour 1/2 t salt 1/4 t black pepper 1 small yellow onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped
- [Papa Doble or Hemingway Daiquiri Recipe](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/papa-doble-or-hemingway-daiquiri-recipe/) - Ernest Hemingway, a.k.a. Papa, was famous for many things, and drinking was one of them. Legend has it that Hemingway used to drink these to excess during his time in Havana, Cuba. This recipe was taken from Papa Hemingway by A. E. Hotcher. Apparently this is the recipe used by the Floridita in Cuba. Ingredients:
- [Key West Fantasy Fest ](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-events/key-west-fantasy-fest/) - Fantasy Fest Key West - A Brief History The fall has traditionally been a slow period for tourism in Key West. To help stimulate the local economy during this time, two businessmen back in 1979 held the very first Fantasy Fest in October. Since that time Fantasy Fest grown into a ten day celebration that
- [Key  West Recipes: Grouper Bechamel](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/key-west-recipes-grouper-bechamel/) - This is one of my own recipes that I based on a dish from Giada de Laurentis. Enjoy! Ingredients: - 5 Tablespoons butter, softened - 1/4 Cup flour - 2 Cups skim milk - 1/2 Cup grated parmesan - 2 Teaspoons salt, separated - 1/2 Teaspoon black pepper, separated - 1/8 Teaspoon ground nutmeg -
- [Key West Food And Drink](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/) - Food is one thing that all people have in common; we all need to eat! Some people like seafood, some people like meat and potatoes, some people are more adventurous with their meals. With hundreds of restaurant choices in Key West (some good, others not so much), not matter what your tastes are you will
- [Key West Recipes: Spicy Coconut Cocktail](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/key-west-recipes-spicy-coconut-cocktail/) - I love coconut rum and I love ginger beer. This is a recipe for a yummy libation that incorporates both. This "Rum Styling" is from Key West's own Bahama Bob! I don't think you'll meet anyone on the island that knows as much about rum as this guy! If you have time during your Key
- [Key West Recipes: Conch Chowder](https://thekeywester.com/key-west-food-and-drink/famous-key-west-recipes/key-west-recipes-conch-chowder/) - Conch Chowder courtesy of the Pier House Resort and Caribbean Spa 3# CHOPPED CONCH MEAT ½ # WHOLE BUTTER 2 CUPS ALL PURPOSE FLOUR 2 EACH YELLOW ONIONS, FINE CHOP 4 EACH CELERY RIBS, FINE CHOP ½ CUP MINCED GARLIC 2 QUARTS HEAVY CREAM 3 EACH FRESH DICED POTATOE 3 EACH BAY LEAVE’S 1 TSP.

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- [Health Food Restaurant Reviews](https://thekeywester.com/blog/category/key-west-restaurant-reviews/health-food/) - Key West Health food restaurants reviews and recommendations by Island Genn of The Keys To Key West Inc.
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- [Key West Seafood Restaurants and Reviews](https://thekeywester.com/blog/category/key-west-restaurant-reviews/seafood/) - Key West seafood restaurants. Reviews and recommendations by Island Genn of The Keys To Key West Inc. The best places for seafood in Key West.
- [Key West Ethnic Restaurant Reviews](https://thekeywester.com/blog/category/key-west-restaurant-reviews/ethnic-restaurant/) - Key West ethnic restaurant reviews and recommendations by Island Genn of The Keys To Key West Inc.
- [Key West Bar And Grill Restaurants](https://thekeywester.com/blog/category/key-west-restaurant-reviews/bar-and-grill/) - Bar and grill restaurant reviews by Island Genn of The Keys To Key West Inc.
- [Steak Houses](https://thekeywester.com/blog/category/key-west-restaurant-reviews/steak-houses/) - Key West steak house reviews. Places that a good steak can be found in Key West. Reviews by Island Genn of The Keys To Key West Inc.
- [Key West Pizza Restaurants](https://thekeywester.com/blog/category/key-west-restaurant-reviews/pizza/) - Key West pizza restaurant reviews. Places to get good pizza. Reviews by Island Genn of The Keys To Key West Inc.
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- [Camille's](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/camilles/)
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- [La Nails](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/la-nails/)
- [Key West Nail Salon](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-nail-salon/)
- [Pier House Caribbean Spa](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/pier-house-caribbean-spa/)
- [Fantasy Fest 2012](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/fantasy-fest-2012/)
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- [dinner](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/dinner/)
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- [Roof Top Cafe](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/roof-top-cafe/)
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- [Alonzo's Oyster Bar](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/alonzos-oyster-bar/)
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- [Roostica](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/roostica/)
- [Roostica Wood Fire Pizzeria](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/roostica-wood-fire-pizzeria/)
- [Bayside Grill](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/bayside-grill/)
- [Boardwalk Pizza](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/boardwalk-pizza/)
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- [Encore](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/encore/)
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- [Hobo's](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/hobos/)
- [Islamorada Restaurant and Bakery](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/islamorada-restaurant-and-bakery/)
- [Bob's Bunz](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/bobs-bunz/)
- [Kaiyo](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/kaiyo/)
- [Lazy Days](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/lazy-days/)
- [Marker 88](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/marker-88/)
- [Ma's Fish Camp](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/mas-fish-camp/)
- [Mrs. Mac's Kitchen](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/mrs-macs-kitchen/)
- [Shula Burger](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/shula-burger/)
- [Uncle's](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/uncles/)
- [EYW](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/eyw/)
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- [Old Town](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/old-town/)
- [New Town](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/new-town/)
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- [Naval Air Station Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/naval-air-station-key-west/)
- [Blue Angels. Southernmost Air Spectacular 2013](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/blue-angels-southernmost-air-spectacular-2013/)
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- [La Creperie French cafe](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/la-creperie-french-cafe/)
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- [Abbondanza Italian Restaurant key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/abbondanza-italian-restaurant-key-west/)
- [eggplant parm](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/eggplant-parm/)
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- [martini](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/martini/)
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- [Key West Lobsterfest 2013](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-lobsterfest-2013/)
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- [Key West Food Critic Mystery Series](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-food-critic-mystery-series/)
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- [Key West Historic Markers](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-historic-markers/)
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- [Clinton Square](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/clinton-square/)
- [Civil War Union Blockade](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/civil-war-union-blockade/)
- [Sponging](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/sponging/)
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- [Steam Power](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/steam-power/)
- [Benjamin Curry House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/benjamin-curry-house/)
- [1846 Havana Hurricane](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/1846-havana-hurricane/)
- [Mosquito Fleet](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/mosquito-fleet/)
- [St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/st-mary-star-of-the-sea-catholic-church/)
- [Mallory Steam Line](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/mallory-steam-line/)
- [Roosters](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/roosters/)
- [Ferdinand Hirsch Cigar Factory](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/ferdinand-hirsch-cigar-factory/)
- [Bruce Hall](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/bruce-hall/)
- [John Dewey House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/john-dewey-house/)
- [Cigar Capital of the World](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/cigar-capital-of-the-world/)
- [La Terraza de Marti](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/la-terraza-de-marti/)
- [Cuban Missile Crisis](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/cuban-missile-crisis/)
- [1886 Fire](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/1886-fire/)
- [The Cable Hut](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/the-cable-hut/)
- [USCG Ingham](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/uscg-ingham/)
- [Freeman Curry House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/freeman-curry-house/)
- [Trumbo Naval Air Station](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/trumbo-naval-air-station/)
- [Fuente House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/fuente-house/)
- [Key West Electric Company](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-electric-company/)
- [Gatoville](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/gatoville/)
- [The Gato Village Pocket Park](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/the-gato-village-pocket-park/)
- [The Speakeasy](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/the-speakeasy/)
- [Fogarty Mansion](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/fogarty-mansion/)
- [E.H. Gato Cigar Factory](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/e-h-gato-cigar-factory/)
- [The Cosgrove House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/the-cosgrove-house/)
- [Martinez Havana Company Factory](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/martinez-havana-company-factory/)
- [The Neighborhood Store](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/the-neighborhood-store/)
- [William Wall Warehouse](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/william-wall-warehouse/)
- [La Concha Hotel](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/la-concha-hotel/)
- [The Patterson Baldwin House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/the-patterson-baldwin-house/)
- [Key West Armory](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-armory/)
- [Fire Station](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/fire-station/)
- [The Southernmost House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/the-southernmost-house/)
- [The Oldest Drug Store](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/the-oldest-drug-store/)
- [James Haskins House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/james-haskins-house/)
- [Dr. Joseph Yates Porter House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/dr-joseph-yates-porter-house/)
- [The Oldest House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/the-oldest-house/)
- [The Key West Women's Club](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/the-key-west-womens-club/)
- [White Tarpon Deli](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/white-tarpon-deli/)
- [A&B Marina](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/ab-marina/)
- [Salute! Key West Italian Restaurant](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/salute-key-west-italian-restaurant/)
- [Shrimp](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/shrimp/)
- [Lobster Season](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/lobster-season/)
- [Monroe County](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/monroe-county/)
- [lobster recipes](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/lobster-recipes/)
- [fishing licenses](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/fishing-licenses/)
- [dive flags](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/dive-flags/)
- [boating safety](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/boating-safety/)
- [Duetto](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/duetto/)
- [gelato](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/gelato/)
- [greene street](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/greene-street/)
- [Two Friends Patio](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/two-friends-patio/)
- [burgers](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/burgers/)
- [casual dining](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/casual-dining/)
- [Ford](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/ford/)
- [Pelican Poop Shoppe](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/pelican-poop-shoppe/)
- [A Farewell to Arms](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/a-farewell-to-arms/)
- [Key West Shopping](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-shopping/)
- [Hey West History](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/hey-west-history/)
- [Kino Sandals](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/kino-sandals/)
- [B.O.'s Fish Wagon](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/b-o-s-fish-wagon/)
- [Key West Seafood Restaurant](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-seafood-restaurant/)
- [hotdogs](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/hotdogs/)
- [fried grouper](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/fried-grouper/)
- [Key West recipes](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-recipes/)
- [lobster and shrimp pot pie](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/lobster-and-shrimp-pot-pie/)
- [Key West Writers](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-writers/)
- [poets](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/poets/)
- [Tennessee Williams](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/tennessee-williams/)
- [Judy Blume](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/judy-blume/)
- [Robert Frost](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/robert-frost/)
- [La Concha](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/la-concha/)
- [Louie's Backyard](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/louies-backyard/)
- [Florida Keys Community College](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/florida-keys-community-college/)
- [St. Mary's Star of the Sea](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/st-marys-star-of-the-sea/)
- [John Hersey](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/john-hersey/)
- [James Merrill](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/james-merrill/)
- [Elizabeth Bishop](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/elizabeth-bishop/)
- [Richard Wilbur](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/richard-wilbur/)
- [John Malcolm Brinnin](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/john-malcolm-brinnin/)
- [Alison Lurie](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/alison-lurie/)
- [Robert Stone](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/robert-stone/)
- [Thomas McGuane](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/thomas-mcguane/)
- [Jim Harrison](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/jim-harrison/)
- [Philip Burton](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/philip-burton/)
- [Nancy Friday](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/nancy-friday/)
- [Harry Mathews](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/harry-mathews/)
- [Marie Chaix](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/marie-chaix/)
- [Shel Silverstein](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/shel-silverstein/)
- [Wilfrid Sheed](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/wilfrid-sheed/)
- [David Kaufelt](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/david-kaufelt/)
- [Ann Beattie](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/ann-beattie/)
- [Jimmy Buffett](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/jimmy-buffett/)
- [Philip Caputo](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/philip-caputo/)
- [Wallace Stevens](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/wallace-stevens/)
- [Archibald MacLeish](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/archibald-macleish/)
- [Thornton Wilder](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/thornton-wilder/)
- [Redbone](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/redbone/)
- [SLAM](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/slam/)
- [Gary Ellis](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/gary-ellis/)
- [Cystic Fibrosis](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/cystic-fibrosis/)
- [charity](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/charity/)
- [Civil War fort](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/civil-war-fort/)
- [Atlantic Ocean in Key West](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/atlantic-ocean-in-key-west/)
- [free admission](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/free-admission/)
- [tropical plants](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/tropical-plants/)
- [Le Petit Paris](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/le-petit-paris/)
- [French restaurants](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/french-restaurants/)
- [delivery service](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/delivery-service/)
- [free wifi](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/free-wifi/)
- [parking](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/parking/)
- [outside seating](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/outside-seating/)
- [Phil Peterson's 41st Key West Poker Run](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/phil-petersons-41st-key-west-poker-run/)
- [Harley Davidson](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/harley-davidson/)
- [Sailing Catamarans](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/sailing-catamarans/)
- [tall ships](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/tall-ships/)
- [Private sunset sails](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/private-sunset-sails/)
- [dinner sail](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/dinner-sail/)
- [Scallops](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/scallops/)
- [Creperie](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/creperie/)
- [French food](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/french-food/)
- [crepes](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/crepes/)
- [eggs](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/eggs/)
- [military](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/military/)
- [US Coast Guard](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/us-coast-guard/)
- [submarines](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/submarines/)
- [fighter jets](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/fighter-jets/)
- [key west dining](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-dining-2/)
- [waffles](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/waffles/)
- [french toast](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/french-toast/)
- [preserves](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/preserves/)
- [Gym](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/gym/)
- [workout](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/workout/)
- [spin](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/spin/)
- [zumba](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/zumba/)
- [personal training](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/personal-training/)
- [Stay Fit Studio](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/stay-fit-studio/)
- [red mangrove ecosystem](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/red-mangrove-ecosystem/)
- [sharks](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/sharks/)
- [jellyfish](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/jellyfish/)
- [coral](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/coral/)
- [pinfish](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/pinfish/)
- [moray eel](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/moray-eel/)
- [seahorses](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/seahorses/)
- [crabs](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/crabs/)
- [stingrays](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/stingrays/)
- [urchins](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/urchins/)
- [turtles](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/turtles/)
- [Key West Thanksgiving](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-thanksgiving/)
- [Cefe Sole](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/cefe-sole/)
- [Duffy's](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/duffys/)
- [Hot Tin Roof](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/hot-tin-roof/)
- [Square One](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/square-one/)
- [shark fishing](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/shark-fishing/)
- [trout](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/trout/)
- [jacks](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/jacks/)
- [bull sharks](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/bull-sharks/)
- [2014](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/2014/)
- [A Key Lime Wedge Drop](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/a-key-lime-wedge-drop/)
- [Ocean Key Resort](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/ocean-key-resort/)
- [Conch Shell Drop](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/conch-shell-drop/)
- [Sloppy's Joe's](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/sloppys-joes/)
- [Pirate Wench Drop](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/pirate-wench-drop/)
- [Schooner Wharf](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/schooner-wharf/)
- [Shoe Drop](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/shoe-drop/)
- [Drag Queen Sushi](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/drag-queen-sushi/)
- [Bourbon Street Pub](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/bourbon-street-pub/)
- [New Orleans House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/new-orleans-house/)
- [Dachshund Walk](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/dachshund-walk/)
- [La Te Da](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/la-te-da/)
- [Key West New Years Things to do](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-new-years-things-to-do/)
- [Key West Custom House Museum](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-custom-house-museum/)
- [Holiday](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/holiday/)
- [Old Town Trolley](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/old-town-trolley/)
- [Isle Style](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/isle-style/)
- [Mermaid and Alligator](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/mermaid-and-alligator/)
- [Wicker Guest House](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/wicker-guest-house/)
- [Almond Tree Inn](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/almond-tree-inn/)
- [Courtney's Place](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/courtneys-place/)
- [Duval Square](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/duval-square/)
- [indoor dining](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/indoor-dining/)
- [free parking](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/free-parking/)
- [Monroe County Sheriff's Office Animal Farm](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/monroe-county-sheriffs-office-animal-farm/)
- [Key West holiday Events](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-holiday-events/)
- [Nailtini](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/nailtini/)
- [manicure](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/manicure/)
- [pedicure](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/pedicure/)
- [massage](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/massage/)
- [wax](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/wax/)
- [salon](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/salon/)
- [theaters](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/theaters/)
- [Happy Hour](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/happy-hour/)
- [Half Shell Raw Bar](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/half-shell-raw-bar/)
- [Kelly's Caribbean Bar](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/kellys-caribbean-bar/)
- [Rum Barrel](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/rum-barrel/)
- [Drink and Appetizer Specials](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/drink-and-appetizer-specials/)
- [beach](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/beach/)
- [better then sex](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/better-then-sex/)
- [Key West Italian Restaurant](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-italian-restaurant/)
- [food carts](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/food-carts/)
- [psychics](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/psychics/)
- [street performers](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/street-performers/)
- [Key West museum](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-museum/)
- [harry truman little white house](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/harry-truman-little-white-house/)
- [navy](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/navy/)
- [president of the united states](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/president-of-the-united-states/)
- [Florida Seafood Restaurant](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/florida-seafood-restaurant/)
- [heliport](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/heliport/)
- [beach bar](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/beach-bar/)
- [island fish company](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/island-fish-company/)
- [AIDS Help](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/aids-help/)
- [Frenchie's Cafe](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/frenchies-cafe/)
- [United Street](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/united-street/)
- [pastries](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/pastries/)
- [croissants](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/croissants/)
- [sandwiches](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/sandwiches/)
- [salads](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/salads/)
- [quiche](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/quiche/)
- [indoor and outdoor seating](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/indoor-and-outdoor-seating/)
- [delivery](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/delivery/)
- [Cuban Heritage](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/cuban-heritage/)
- [education](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/education/)
- [architecture](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/architecture/)
- [Key West burger](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-burger/)
- [fast food](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/fast-food/)
- [five guys](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/five-guys/)
- [gnocchi](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/gnocchi/)
- [pizzaeria](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/pizzaeria/)
- [onlywood](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/onlywood/)
- [cannon](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/cannon/)
- [park](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/park/)
- [picnic](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/picnic/)
- [grill](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/grill/)
- [hike](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/hike/)
- [trails](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/trails/)
- [swim](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/swim/)
- [nature](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/nature/)
- [fort](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/fort/)
- [trouts](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/trouts/)
- [concessions](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/concessions/)
- [Martin's](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/martins/)
- [German restaurant](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/german-restaurant/)
- [Wraps](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/wraps/)
- [Key West Marinas and Boat Ramps](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/key-west-marinas-and-boat-ramps/)
- [Sunset](https://thekeywester.com/blog/tag/sunset/)