Restaurants in Key West

Gay restaurants and queer-friendly cafes can be found in Key West, especially in Old Town, the historic center around Duval Street. In this area, eating out is as natural for gay couples as anywhere else, and several eateries have been a staple of the scene for years. At the quieter end of Duval Street is the Azur, LGBTQ-run and specializing in Mediterranean cuisine, while the Banana Café brings French flair to the island with breakfast, brunch, and the occasional drag brunch. If you like it more relaxed, you will also find tapas, Italian cuisine and seafood in a relaxed atmosphere in Old Town.

But when it comes to eating, you are not limited to a few addresses. Key West has lived on an open attitude for decades, and in almost every restaurant in the old town you feel welcome as a queer guest. The spectrum ranges from a simple breakfast café to a tapas bar to a restaurant for a special evening. Just off Duval Street is Bahama Village, a quieter neighborhood with small cafes and a relaxed pace. Old Town is just as safe a choice for breakfast after a long night out as it is for dinner before going out. The following selection gives you an overview of where you can eat well and carefree.