Key West

Key West, located at the southern tip of Florida, is famous for its laid-back vibe, vibrant culture, and historic charm. The island features beautiful beaches, and the clear waters are perfect for water activities. We enjoyed a day at Smathers Beach, which was a great spot for relaxation. Wandering along Duval Street, we enjoyed drinks and the lively atmosphere. The local dining and entertainment options provided a unique and enjoyable experience.

The Southern Most Point. If you are in Key West, Fl then this is an absolute must stop. Take plenty pictures with and without family and friends that you’re traveling. We went during the week and waited for about an half hour in line. So go early because the sun is HOT

Great 4th of July Getaway🌴🌞🇺🇸 .Everytime we come we visit new Restaurants and Activities. Breakfast @Banana Cafe excellent food and Service Lunch @Conch Republic Restaurant Great Grilled Shrimp on a bed of greens . Dinner @Hogfish Bar and Grill on Stock Island..Get the Hogfish Sandwich Day trip- Truman Park enjoyed the waterpark. And Coast Guard ship. Best beach in Key West Fort Zachary Got around on the Duval Loop Bus A must! Loved Flamingo Crossing for Homemade Ice cream sit outdoors on their picnic tables. Enjoy your Time in Key West!🇺🇸🌞🍷🌴🍨

Arguably one of the most beautiful places in Florida. Amazing beaches, clear water, and great weather(usually). If you come here we recommend taking the Sea Monkeys boat tour, where they show you the best places there are to go by boat! This was a great vacation for us.

You have to be there at least once. The atmosphere is amazing. Be careful with public parking is too expensive and the streets are narrow. Apart of that amazing experience and so much to see.

Well worth a visit. A number of interesting museums like Hemingway house and Mel Fisher treasure museum and the southernmost point of US. Charming old Florida homes and neighborhoods remain in various states from impeccable to wrecks. Limited parking which you have to pay for, lots of tourists milling about. Lots of restaurants, bars, interesting small shops, if you like grub and grog and honky tonk you’ll love it here. Many small and mid size hotels and great beaches etc. Wear sunscreen this far south in Florida, the sun is intense!

We visited here, while on a Marella cruise. We had booked a hop on hop off tram tour that went around the older parts as well as the newer. We visited all the Hemingway sites and other places of interest. I would thoroughly recommend at least a day trip there as there is so much to do for adults and children.

Beautiful town for the getaway! Would recommend to stay in the hotel on the Duval street, so you can walk around without looking for parking.

Key West, located at the southern tip of Florida, is famous for its laid-back vibe, vibrant culture, and historic charm. The island features beautiful beaches, and the clear waters are perfect for water activities. We enjoyed a day at Smathers Beach, which was a great spot for relaxation. Wandering along Duval Street, we enjoyed drinks and the lively atmosphere. The local dining and entertainment options provided a unique and enjoyable experience.

The Southern Most Point. If you are in Key West, Fl then this is an absolute must stop. Take plenty pictures with and without family and friends that you’re traveling. We went during the week and waited for about an half hour in line. So go early because the sun is HOT

Great 4th of July Getaway🌴🌞🇺🇸 .Everytime we come we visit new Restaurants and Activities. Breakfast @Banana Cafe excellent food and Service Lunch @Conch Republic Restaurant Great Grilled Shrimp on a bed of greens . Dinner @Hogfish Bar and Grill on Stock Island..Get the Hogfish Sandwich Day trip- Truman Park enjoyed the waterpark. And Coast Guard ship. Best beach in Key West Fort Zachary Got around on the Duval Loop Bus A must! Loved Flamingo Crossing for Homemade Ice cream sit outdoors on their picnic tables. Enjoy your Time in Key West!🇺🇸🌞🍷🌴🍨

Arguably one of the most beautiful places in Florida. Amazing beaches, clear water, and great weather(usually). If you come here we recommend taking the Sea Monkeys boat tour, where they show you the best places there are to go by boat! This was a great vacation for us.

You have to be there at least once. The atmosphere is amazing. Be careful with public parking is too expensive and the streets are narrow. Apart of that amazing experience and so much to see.

Well worth a visit. A number of interesting museums like Hemingway house and Mel Fisher treasure museum and the southernmost point of US. Charming old Florida homes and neighborhoods remain in various states from impeccable to wrecks. Limited parking which you have to pay for, lots of tourists milling about. Lots of restaurants, bars, interesting small shops, if you like grub and grog and honky tonk you’ll love it here. Many small and mid size hotels and great beaches etc. Wear sunscreen this far south in Florida, the sun is intense!

We visited here, while on a Marella cruise. We had booked a hop on hop off tram tour that went around the older parts as well as the newer. We visited all the Hemingway sites and other places of interest. I would thoroughly recommend at least a day trip there as there is so much to do for adults and children.

Beautiful town for the getaway! Would recommend to stay in the hotel on the Duval street, so you can walk around without looking for parking.

We ordered a lobster roll chunks of tender lobster meat ,lightly seasoned to let the natural sweetness of the lobster shine through mouth watering simply amazing Every bite is a perfect balance of rich lobster,subtle seasoning and the comforting texture of the roasted bun The lobster salad was perfect will definitely return.

While staying in the area we saw this little spot and checked the reviews - they're all pretty good, so we stopped in for lunch on a weekday. The staff was friendly and helpful. The menu is simple and involves lobster or shrimp done in some pretty fun ways... grilled cheese, on rolls (lobster or shrimp rolls), or in a salad. We tried a shrimp salad and a shrimp roll and both were made with delicious and fresh shrimp. The shrimp roll was pretty good! Bread was fantastic! The salad was ok, but kind of small and not very filling, especially considering the price. Overall... nice place to stop in for lunch, but on the pricey side. Still, worth a visit!

Stopping by the lobster shack is a must when we are in Key West. It's pricey- but worth it. I love the Key West roll and my fiancé gets the Diablo. Seating is small- but the roll is best enjoyed asap instead of to go in my opinion. Service is fine- but beware you cannot bring in an outside beverage. They don't like that.

Great little find in Key West, walking distance from the most southernest point and what a Lobster Roll. Delicious

My wife and I ate at The Lobster Shack, a convenient location close to our hotel and exceeded our expectations for food quality. The business is well known for the Key West Lobster roll with a small side of coleslaw. The price is $29 for a fulfilling portion. There are other similar options on the menu as prices vary. It's a small dining or take out venue with approximately 6 tables for a few guests and a seating counter to eat for parties of one. This is a wonder well thought out business in a boisterous town, with a quaint atmosphere. It only takes a few minutes to prepare your meal with a cold beverage by a welcoming cashier/server.

I had seen multiple TikTok's about this place and KNEW on my recent trip down to the Keys that I had to give this place a try! If you don't read anymore of this review, just know, WOW this is worth every penny! This is a very small "shack" located by many houses and I almost missed it! There is street parking at a current rate of $5 an hour(as of 1/2024). The service was very fast! They are very strict on outside drinks, so either order something or take your box to go. There is very limited seating inside and one picnic table outside. The food: Holy Moly! This is one of the most expensive sandwiches I have ever gotten at around $30! However, there is soooo much lobster meat stuffed in! The pieces are large and perfectly tender! Each bite was absolutely heavenly!! So fresh and the best seafood item I ate while in the Keys! I don't like coleslaw so I can not speak to that. Do NOT miss this place! An absolute must!

Don't come here. Food is addictive and no other lobster roll will ever live up to this one. Seriously, I live this place. An embodiment of Key West in every way. We walk miles to get here and would do so twice on Sunday. If you like lobster then you won't be disappointed.

Food was probably a 3 out of 5. The lobster grilled cheese had plenty of lobster but it was cold and the cheese wasn't melted. The bread was really good though. My husband got a salad with no seafood topping and it was still 17 dollars. He thought the dressing was pretty good but definitely not worth such a high price.

Hands down best Lobster Roll I've had this far. Quick service - Not cheap - places is small - doesn't matter one bit! It's a MUST TRY when in Key West! This place is a gem!

Food 5/5 Service 2/5 The lady at counter who took my order was very unwelcoming. Even though there were tables shortly available she directly proceeded to ask me if I would rather just do a take out and it was past lunch time with hardly any crowd. I ordered a Diablo lobster roll which was really delicious and even though the name suggests it wasn't spicy at all. $2 for extra jalepeno or sriracha mayo seems like a loot though.

Stopped to pick up a lobster roll to go. It's a cute little place with a few tables. Ordered at the cash register (they don't have tap to pay which is not s big deal, but something to note), and my lobster roll was ready in five minutes, maybe less. While it did seem pricey ($32 after tax for one roll), I can tell you it was WELL worth it. The bread part of the roll water buttery, light and crunchy, and was STUFFED with lobster. I chose to have my roll with a touch of mayo and it was just the right amount. The lobster was fresh and just about everything about the roll was perfection. 10/10 will be back for more next time I visit.

Fantastic lobster rolls and bisque! Very good value as well. The owner Tim was so nice and hospitable.

This was such a great find. I had the shrimp roll which should not be overlooked. It has Key West pinks and warm butter, lettuce, tomato. Toasted, buttery brioche. Yes!!!! This was so good! My friends had the original key west lobster roll and raved how delicious it was. I can't wait to visit again!

I enjoyed a lobster roll while my friend enjoyed tacos and conch fritters. The service was warm and the drinks were cold. We sat at the bench out front and watched the scene of Duval street while eating our meal. The staff checked on us and were funny and joking around, what a gem of a place, this was my third time and it was certainly charming!

The bread that the Lobster Rolls come on are perfection and they are loaded with lobster! Adding the lime is a nice added flavor, seems like it's missing a little something extra flavor wise but definitely would recommend and try again!

This place is tiny, but has the best lobster rolls ever! They are warm and fresh and delicious. I only wish they had room for more tables because it was crowded, but worth it.

We ate here on a recent trip. It's a tiny place but clean and nice inside! I had never had a lobster roll with butter instead of mayo, but I think I prefer the butter now! You can really taste the lobster better. I got the Key West style lobster roll, which was supposed to have a hint of lime, but I didn't taste the lime at all. My husband had the lobster with bacon on it and he really liked it. The prices were expensive, but we would definitely recommend this place.

I was a little disappointed, to tell the truth. We ordered the key west lobster roll, two salads, Diablo lobster roll, and two orders of coconut shrimp. The shrimp was $21 and it was only five shrimp. The lobster rolls had a lot of lobster, but that's about all they had going for them. The key west roll was just lobster (some warm, some cold, some crunchy bits) in a bun with butter and a piece of lime on top. The Diablo was was ok, not very spicy. The salads were fresh. The coconut shrimp was good, nothing special. The key lime sauce was good though. Hibiscus tea was good, not sweet. But a little over priced at $6 for a small cup. The restroom was out of service too. You also can't bring in a stroller, because the building was so small. If you're looking to cool down, this isn't your place. No AC.

Great place to eat a lobster roll. Who could ask for more. Fresh lobster on a buttered bun. Lobster grilled cheese was creamy and filling. Pricey but in the keys it is worth it

Our favorite lunch time spot! We shared the first visit and got our own the second time there . The key west lobster roll is the absolute bomb!!!

I cannot say enough. It's in the perfect location. We had the best view in the house. The menu is straight to the point. Our order was out in five minutes or less. We both had the Key West lobster roll. The perfect texture and seasoning made this the perfect place to stop and dine at lunch. The plan was to return tomorrow, they are not open again until Wednesday

Best lobster roll in town. Most places charge $30 for a lobster roll with a disappointingly small amount of lobster. The lobster shack had it loaded up. I considered saving half for later but then I decided to power through. Delicious!

This is the best lobster roll we've ever had!! Service was outstanding! Nice little view! Also such a refresh limeade!

Delicious lobster dishes, with friendly and fast service. Kids and I had lunch there after visiting the Butterfly Conservatory- loved it

A MUST HAVE dish if you're in Key West or close by. The owner is an amazing guy, (I THINK he is the owner but didn't check). I have two fairly good sized dogs and it was always busy busy busy so I couldn't get in to order, however, he actually made sure to let me know he'd help me asap just needed to clear the jam packed restaurant. I was lucky that a nice couple of guests offered to and grabbed the leashes so I could go inside and just make it easier on him and me a bit --but again, it was very nice he wanted to ensure I knew he saw me even with a huge amount of people pushing me out of the way to be able to order (it's not always easy when you're a solo traveler with medium dogs and can't just pick them up and walk in a store nor leave them outside in a crowd cooking in the heat & tied to a tree). I got the key west roll and OMG SOOOO GOOD!!!! The bread was perfect, the amount of lime and butter was perfect and the lobster was drool worthy. There is seating indoors, as well as a table outside, but we chose to walk a small little bit to the plaza area 1/2 a block away and eat without disturbing other guests that seemed not so thrilled to have dogs around - plus that area is 2 minutes walk and looks at the water. They did bring me the order to go knowing no matter where I sat I'd need a more secure package; something thoughtful & little like that makes a huge difference when you're toasting 115lbs of dogs. This place is 1/4 block from an ice cream place with gourmet donuts so a perfect lunch is here for deliciousness substance then walk over and get a treat! It's open 11-4 and officially my favorite meal.

Tasty Lobster Roll. It was a busy day and it was sold out before the closing time. We were lucky to get the last lobster roll.

First stop we made as soon as we got into Key West! Tiny little spot with limited seating but we snagged a spot. We both ordered the Key West Lobster rolls, pricy but worth it because so much lobster is included it was falling out of the roll. Cold beers too. Service was just okay but not bad. I'd recommend stopping here for sure!

I'm impressed! Outside of Maine or Hawaii, I rarely enjoy lobster because it does not taste fresh and people often overcook it until it's too chewy. The Lobster shack is a lovely exception to that - lots of lobster, cooked perfectly, fresh, tasty, delicious!!! It's a bit pricey at $27 but seemed worth it somehow. I highly recommend coming here! And if you don't like mayo on your lobster roll and prefer Conneticut style w butter - get the Key West Lobster Roll. It has a nice warm bun, butter and served w a key lime. Yummmmmmmoooo

The menu is very short and to the point, which is perfect for this amazing eatery as they specialize in Lobster served in some very unique ways, Excellent Lobster roll!! Mind blowing!

Usually a great lobster roll. Not sure what happened today but I ordered 2 Key West rolls and got 2 lobster rolls with mayonnaise...yuk. had to throw away my roll as I don't eat mayonnaise. I should have checked my order before I left but was asked to wait outside even though there were tables available inside. Sorry but won't be coming back.

OMG! The Key West lobster roll was un real! Loaded with huge chunks of meat, and fast! Treat yourself to one of the best lobster rolls in Key West!

This little place was just right up the street from us. Limited open times. Wonderful Maine lobster rolls in Key West.

The lobster shack continues to be a must visit in key west! The service is quick, the ambiance is laid back. No BS just buttery rolls filled with meaty lobster. Portions are big! Definitely worth the price.

Good... but not riveting. This was our last stop in the Keys & the food was good but I definitely expected more of a bang for my buck flavor wise but they do provide a nice amount of lobster in the roll. We tried: Coconut Shrimp (came with 5 shrimp) Lobster BLT Lobster Roll The staff was nice & courteous but I personally think the shrimp is overpriced for what was offered. I'm glad I tried it, but wouldn't go back again.

Always above and beyond expectations. Good quality excellent, service always pleasant and on point. Ambience is what it is... enjoy the food. Although the lobster roll is a little bit pricey, you start to forget about it when you dig in and see the large pieces of meat!

Gosh I love this place! We visited approximately 4 years ago and couldn't stop thinking about it as we planned our 2022 key west trip! The hours were limited based on the days we were there, so we definitely crafted our lunch plans around finding the time when they were open! They aren't cheap, but when you get your roll, you see why! It's loaded with tasty lobster! They have a pretty small menu and a few select beverages, but that's all you need. There's only a child seats inside and one table outside which we shared with a couple chickens who definitely made their presence known... Perhaps we invaded their space during our lunch! All in all a fantastic experience we've now had twice, and it will be on my list for my next key west visit!

A hole in the wall shack serving delicious lobster sandwiches...a bit pricey but would definitely return.

Damn good lobster roll, bread is fresh, warm and crunchy. Not sure $50 is worth a sandwich, but if that is going rare for a lobster roll then it's worth it. Small place, nice escape from the sun, limited service counter so be prepared to get it to go as there is little seating.

Imagine sweet succulent lobster meat perfectly dressed and piled high on a buttery hot toasted bun and that is what you get here! So simple and so delicious. We had the key west roll with hot butter and just a hint of lime and the diablo roll with a slightly spicy aioli and a little bit of jalapeño. The lobster bisque was creamy, flavorful and delicious. They only offer a cup and really need to add a bowl size too. They do have a small side of cole slaw which was not over dressed and light and crisp. TIP - Come early because seating is very limited. The only reason we did not rate it as a 5 is that they really need to add a handful of potato chips or something on the side to cut the richness of the roll and my kids hate coleslaw. I highly recommend this place and will be back for sure!

My favorite lobster roll ever! A must every time I am in Key west. Make sure you get the Key West Lobster Roll with extra lime- I prefer it over the traditional. So good its making my mouth water just thinking about it!

Looking for great local food! We had two variations of the lobster roll. Both of us agreed really pretty darn good. Fresh buttered & toasted bread, followed by fresh spanking lobster. Really good lobster rolls. I don't normally eat bread, lord this was worth it. Small establishment not cheap then again you get what you pay for. $69 scrumptious & deliciousness well worth going & eating. That's 2 rolls, 2 bags of chips & 2 drinks. Limited seating, make sure you grab your seat quickly.

This place is a freaking joke. This is the second time I have come here and they were sold out of lobster. If they know that a lot of people come they should get more lobster so that people can actually eat the lobster roll. I mean, I drove all the way from Marathon and they're out of freaking lobster, like what kind of business is this? They definitely need a new model, maybe a new manager, a new leader because, this is stupid that a customer drives all the way there for no freaking lobster. You're known as the Lobster Shack, you're not known as the no freaking lobster shack. And the young man behind the counter says come back tomorrow, no I'm not coming back tomorrow. I'm not wasting my time, my mileage, my gas to come here only for you to be out of lobster again. I'll find a business that has enough supply. It's called supply & and demand, get more damn lobster. Update: it was me coming in to give your business another chance but for you to say that I'm not welcome in there that's messed up. But I now wouldn't give you my business if you were the last restaurant in the world. You don't deserve to own a restaurant if you don't know how to have enough supply for your customers and then to turn them away when they're gracious enough to come back. And if giving an honest review of my personal experience is considered abuse then so be it but I am just stating my opinion, we are entitled to it. And if you read all my yelp reviews I have given many excellent reviews to many restaurants that actually deserve it. Your place is definitely not one of them. You are joke and an idiot for turning a paying customer away. You can take that lobster roll and shove it. Now you have pissed me off. Do you think a customer wants to drive almost 80 miles to your restaurant only to not be able to eat because you don't have lobster? Again your name is the Lobster Shack. You need to have some lobster lady. And you should be flattered that somebody would drive that far to want to eat your lobster roll. Cause at some point you were definitely one of my favorite restaurants on the island. Read my first review & you would see.

Excellent lobster rolls! Living in the northeast I'm used to a good lobster roll. This lobster roll dazzled me and I highly recommend visiting. The service was quick and the ambiance was just right. Don't keep reading this....visit...visit now

The key west lobster roll was amazing! The bread was the perfect toast, there was a lot of fresh lobster and then the butter was perfect topping.

definitely one of the BEST lobster rolls i've ever tried - slightly on the pricier side but worth it for sure. stopped by here for lunch and staff were so sweet, i recommend getting takeout bc seatings limited and eating near the beach! we tried 3 different rolls: traditional, key west, and diablo. if ur looking for something on the lighter/fresher side id definitely recommend the key west. on the contrary, the diablo was especially creamy and the jalapenos added a great crunch. our overall favorite: diablo!

Fast, friendly service! Highly recommend the classic roll. So many BIG pieces of claw meat and just a touch of mayo. The bun was buttered, then toasted to perfection. Limeade was tart and refreshing. Husband had the shrimp roll and loved it. Though, I think he had lobster envy as he asked for a bite of my roll.

Yum yum yum! And, Tim is the most gracious host! The best lobster rolls around - huge amount of meat. We went here several days in a row. You will love it!

This place is a little bit pricy but it worth it! The amount of lobster in lobster roll is impressive! And the lobster bisque is very flavorful as well! The service was excellent! There are just a couple of tables inside and not even sure if they have tables outside. And hopefully they will get ac inside! But in general I was very pleased with experience!

Most amazing lobster rolls I have ever had! I know people always say this, so let me describe it- huge chunks of lobster, (I mean the size of your thumb!) loaded on a delicious garlic bread roll with butter and fresh key lime juice... or you can get it different styles- that was just the one I picked. But holy cow!!! So good!!! The place is literally a shack, so very few tables, but picnic bench outside and a few stools along the counter as well. Staff is very friendly- service was fast, food is amazing!