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Dining - Key West Fine Dining Recommendations

The cultural diversity of Key West is evident in the wide variety of restaurants and the kinds of cuisine that is served. By staying in any of Key West five star hotels, you can enjoy dining at some of the more gourmet establishments while those with a more adventurous palate can step into any of the casual cafes for a taste of ethnic cooking. You can find many upscale dining places on Duvall Street right up to the waterfront very close to many Key West luxury hotels as well as some local favorites in the Old Town or on the Historic Seaport, where again there are plenty of Key West four star hotels. Some restaurants are located in old historic buildings, providing you with a unique dining experience. Regardless of which luxury hotel Key West you stay at, you will have a memorable dining experience at any of these places.

Antonia's: 615 Duvall Street. 305-294-6565
Believed to serve the island's most authentic Italian cuisine, the homemade pasta is truly worth trying. In fact, every morning, Key West residents get to see the pasta maker at Antonia's hanging freshly made macaroni, fettuccini and linguini in the front window tempting passer-bys into booking dinner for that night. Expect to pay around $45 for the main course.

Blue Heaven: 729 Thomas Street. 305-296-8666
What can a restaurant that is believed to symbolize everything about Key West be called anything else but 'Blue Heaven'? Hemingway once refereed boxing matches here and many come to see the chicken and roosters roaming around. However, what makes this a favorite for couples, families and the local residents is the outstanding food and live, funky music. Average price for the main course is $22.

Café Marquesa: 600 Fleming Street. 305-292-1244
Located on the corner of Fleming Street and Simonton Street, this café offers one of the most inventive salads and appetizers. Other specialties include fresh, local seafood and grilled meats. Pay around $30 for the main course.

Square One Restaurant: 1075 Duval Street. 305-296-4300
One of the most elegant restaurants in the city, the Square One offers consistently good food. The homemade soups and baked garlic are not to be missed. Main courses offer new American cuisine made with Key West flavors and you can end the meal with some exotic desserts. Main course usually costs around $23.

Pepe's Café and Steakhouse: 806 Caroline Street. 305-294-7192
This is one of the oldest eateries in Key West and you should visit it to just enjoy the atmosphere. Popular for its very original baked oysters and cocktails made from freshly squeezed juices, every day there is a different kind of cuisine from Thanksgiving meals to barbeque nights. Expect to pay around $14 for the main course.

Mangoes: 700 Duvall Street. 305-292-4606
Mangoes probably offers the best combination of good food and great atmosphere. While the fare at lunch is typically pizzas and salads, at night you can enjoy their 'Floribbean' cuisine - a mouth-watering mix of the local seafood, made in Caribbean style with a touch of the Mediterranean. The main course costs around $17.