El Siboney Key West Cuban Food

El Siboney
www.elsiboneyrestaurant.com
900 Catherine Street
Key West, FL 33040

After the third recommendation we knew we had to give El Siboney a try. When we arrived it was close to 3pm and the place was still packed, and this is not on the main strip either. I loved it right when I walked it. It was overflowing with the mom and pop family spirit. We were first served warm generously buttered crusty bread-- +++. We then asked what was good and were told the specials were the roast pork and the strip steak. E ordered the steak and I had the Grouper. We ate it all! Not a big deal for E, but quit a feat for me. It was hands down one of the best meals we had in key west, and at 30 dollars it was a deal too. It's a must do on the food list.

Pisces Key West

Pisces Key West
www.pisceskeywest.com
1007 Simonton Street
Key West, FL 33040


Pisces is upscale, award smattered, white linen dining. You go here to eat, and you indulge. Everything was impeccable and came priced accordingly. The escargot in puff pastry was so delicious as was the fillet and goat cheese. I was sad I didn't get to have their special lobster, as they were out. I had the grouper instead, also good. If you are planning a nice evening out, this place is a must.

Sandy's Key West

Sandy's Key West
1026 White Street
Key West, FL 33040


They Deliver and they are open 24/7!

Sandy's is a hole in the wall Cuban joint with happy reviews from lots of customers. Me, being the down home kind of chock that I am, decided to give it a go. Of course a Cuban sandwich was ordered. Even with delivery this crispy bready concoction was yum. The fries were still crisp too. I'd eat it again, and next time I'd sit right in the window with my back facing the street.

Martins Martini Bar Key West

Martins Key West
917 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
www.martinskeywest.com


I'm sad my pictures are not better of the food at Martins, because it was delicious. I would definitely recommend checking this place out. Everything was good. Let me say that again, everything we ate was good. They have a tapas menu as well as a variety of regular entrees and appetizers. We started off with the seared Tuna and Lamb lollipops then on to the lobster. If lobster is in season I would not hesitate to get it- omg it was good! Did I just put omg? Ok, well anyway- I had the caprese salad for dinner, even the frisée with dressing was delectable. Creme brûlée, game over!

Go here!

Blackfin Bistro Key West

Blackfin Bistro Key West
918 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
http://www.blackfinbistro.com/

We went to Blackfin Bistro on a recommendation from our hotel. The place had a upscale but laid back vibe. In the back was a casual patio area, perfect for lunch dining. We had two appetizers from the specials menu and both were stellar. The Tuna tartar, served with crustini might have been my most favorite thing. Crumb crusted goat cheese balls on a bed of Caramelized red onions with a honey drizzle - what can I say, heaven.

My lobster salad with truffle infused dressing was what I liked least. Sounded good, but was just ok. The fish sandwich that E ordered was just what you would expect it to be, tasty. All in all I think it was good dining.
























*** We went back again because I wanted the tuna tartar. Everything was delicious again. New things we tried, cheese plate, carbonara and key lime Pannacotta. All of it was good!

La Granja Restaurant Key West Florida

La Granja Key West
1000 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040

So we arrived in Key West late, flight delays and all that nonsense. E was hungry and we got a tip from the cabby to try La Granja. All I have to say is, anyplace you can get a half chicken meal for seven dollars is alright by me. That includes rice, beans and plantains. It was tasty too. This place also stays open until 11pm-- plus plus plus.

Orchid Key Inn Key West

Orchid Key Inn
1004 Duval Street
Key West, FL 33040
http://orchidkeyinn.com/

First off let me tell you that when I go on vacations, I like to rent a house. When I can't do that, I search for a boutique hotel. We decided a few months ago that we wanted to come to Key West. What we didn't realize was that most things would be booked-- so a house was out. We lucked out finding a room at the Orchid Key Inn, our room was one with a sitting room attached. It's was, is, very clean and comfortable. We are right near the main strip so that's a plus as well. There is free continental breakfast in the morning, and they give you quite a few free drink vouchers as well. I would say it's more than nice.

The most important thing to note here is the staff, everyone was beyond helpful. You will feel right at home at the inn.