Key West Cuisine

Looking for a place where not only the tourist can find great food, but the locals dine as well?

The Hog’s Breath Saloon is exactly that atmosphere. It is constantly busy and has some really great picks. Choose one of their signature cocktails, only $8, and you get to keep the cup as a souvenir. I have two favorites: The Hog Snort (for those coconut and pineapple lovers) & the Hogarita (their version of a margarita)! If you have never tried conch try their conch fritters. With a little bit of heat it’s a great introduction to conch. You can’t go wrong either with their Fish Sandwich, which features dolphin, and their Prime Rib Sandwich (so juicy!).

Live music starts around 1pm and goes until close. The Hog’s Breath Saloon is located at 400 Front Street. Don’t forget to grab a funny tee-shirt on your way out!

If you are looking for something along the Italian side try La Trattoria Restaurant. Located right in the center of Duval Street, La Trattoria features European treats & was voted one of Key West’s favorite Italian restaurants. They have just about everything. Try their Antipasti dish Involtini di Melanzana con Ricotta. It’s eggplant filled with ricotta cheese, roasted red peppers and backed in a tomato sauce…to die for! The Ravioli Trattoria is the perfect combination of lobster, lump crabmeat and vegetables centered on a delicious seafood tomato cream sauce. If you are looking for a meat dish their Marsala, available with chicken or veal, will make you want more. I recommend the veal!

If you want something sweet and on the go try their famous Chocolate Covered Key Lime Pie on a stick. No joke! You’ll have to eat it quick, because it will melt instantly in the heat! The Conch Tour Train Gift Shop, next to Mallory Square, is just one of the places you can find this delicious treat!