Romantic Restaurants in Key West, Florida

At the A & B Lobster House, couples delight in a romantic meal while admiring boats parked at the marina. The restaurant specializes in serving fresh seafood. Date night dinner can start off with a decadent lobster and jumbo lump crab cake. A & B also has a choice of soups and salads like New England Clam Chowder or Caesar salad. A butter poached Florida lobster tail stands out as one of several mouth-watering mains on the menu. Diners that want something other than seafood can also pick from several steak entrees. The A & B Lobster House opens daily for dinner from 5:30 PM to 10 PM.

700 Front Street, Key West, FL, Phone: 305-294-5880

Meat-lovers can get their fix at Prime Steakhouse. A full-bodied red from the wine list or expertly-crafted martini will pair perfectly with one of Prime’s sirloin, prime cuts, or filets. Those who prefer seafood can order a plate of shellfish like jumbo lump crab cake or oysters Rockefeller. Side options like truffled macaroni and smoked gouda come served a-la-carte to compliment a New York Strip or other entree selection. Prime Steakhouse opens for dinner nightly between 6 PM to 10 PM. Customers can make reservations online or by phone. The restaurant recommends guests to dress “island casual” for dinner attire.

951 Caroline Street, Key West, FL, Phone: 305-296-4000

Couples looking a romantic Sunday Brunch, a charming afternoon meal, or a lovely dinner can wine and dine at Antonia’s Key West. The restaurant serves classic Italian favorites such as a range of meats, handmade pastas, and fresh fish. The menu has an especially large selection of seafood dishes made with shrimp, calamari, littleneck clams, lobster, snapper, and more. Diners can finish it off with a decadent dessert like tiramisu or key lime pie. The award-winning restaurant has earned many distinctions including the Wine Spectator Award for its outstanding wine list. Antonia’s opens daily from 11 AM to 10 PM. Guests can conveniently reserve a table on the restaurant’s website.

615 Duval Street, Key West, FL, Phone: 305-294-6565

Located in Old Town Key West, Azur Restaurant serves up a range of delectable Mediterranean dishes. The dining establishment has a shaded outdoor terrace and recently remodeled dining room perfect for a romantic daytime meal or a chance to share an intimate dinner. It's over, Michael Mosi, originates from Pittsburgh, PA and has Italian and Hungarian roots. He studied culinary arts in both the United States and Europe. After moving to Key West, he combines his unique cooking background with local recipes and ingredients. Azur hosts brunch every day from 9 AM to 3 PM and re-opens for dinner from 5:30 PM to 10 PM.

425 Grinnell Street, Key West, FL, Phone: 305-292-2987

Winner of the 2018 Diners’ Choice Award, Bagatelle Island Restaurant near Mallory Square sits centrally in downtown Key West, Florida. The restaurant’s building alone makes this place worth a visit. Guests can admire the historic 19th-century mansion that became a restaurant in 1979. The facility’s outdoor space sets the stage for the perfect romantic evening while indulging in a range of American-Caribbean style dishes and listening to live music. Perhaps couples would prefer a charming brunch, available 7 days a week at Bagatelle. Executive Chef, David Zingg, has a diverse culinary background cooking Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Hawaiian foods which lends itself to the adventurous menu.

115 Duval Street, Key West, FL, Phone: 305-296-6609

Earning the distinction as one of Zagat’s best-rated restaurants in all of Key West, Cafe Marquesa attracts locals and tourists alike. The kitchen specializes in contemporary American dishes. For a romantic meal, couples can take their pick of fresh seafoods, seared meats, and homemade breads. Cafe Marquesa’s chefs adapt the menu seasonally so as to serve only the freshest ingredients. Those looking to share a few drinks in a charming setting can sit at the bar for small plates or a chance to sample the extensive wine list. Marquesa’s team includes Chef Graham trained under the late, great Anthony Bourdain.

600 Fleming Street, Key West, FL, Phone: 305-292-1244

Chef John Correa opened Cafe Sole with his wife Judy in 1995. The delectable menu showcases Chef Correa’s background in French cooking in combination with locally-sourced fresh seafood. Diners who don’t eat meat will have plenty of options as Cafe Sole has a dedicated vegetarian menu. That won’t exclude meat-lovers either as the kitchen serves up bacon-wrapped dates, conch carpaccio, crab cakes, grilled shrimp, and other protein-packed plates. The dessert menu will satisfy any sweet tooth with mouth-watering treats including, of course, Key lime pie. The off-the-beaten-path establishment has won many awards including a vote as the best food in the Florida Keys by Zagat Magazine.

1029 Southard Street, Key West, FL, Phone: 305-294-0230

Located centrally on Duval Street nearby quirky shops and art galleries, Grand Cafe Key West serves up fresh seafood and steaks cooked to perfection. The Grand Cafe opens daily from 11:30 AM to 11:30 PM. Couples can come in for happy hour to enjoy special discounts on drinks and food. The pre-set dinner specials give early birds a chance for a delicious meal as the sun goes down. Lunch and dinner dishes cover a range of tastes and appetites, from small plates like conch fritters and spicy mussels to generous portions of seafood pasta and roasted veal shank.

314 Duval Street, Key West, FL, Phone: 305-292-4740