Cafe Marquesa - Key West

Fusion, Seafood, Full
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Cafe Marquesa

Cafe Marquesa
4.6 / 5 (7912 reviews)

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The restaurant from Key West offers 239 different dishes and drinks on the menu at an average price of $288.9.

Café Marquesa offers a favorite local spot for Contemporary American Cuisine. Enjoy specialties such as grilled meats and fresh seafood, along with inventive daily appetizers and desserts. Our passionate team selects the finest ingredients to create innovative interpretations of classic dishes. Visit our cozy bar for drinks, light bites, or full meals, making it the perfect place for friends and guests to gather before or after dinner or a show. Choose from two intimate dining rooms, each offering a unique atmosphere. Let us know your seating preferences when making a reservation.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Derek

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★ 4.6 / 5 from 7912 reviews

Was Liudmyla at Cafe Marquesa a mag?
Absolutely wonderful experience!!! 5 star service and work of art dishes!! Scallops, foie gras and grouper were to die for!!Great wine list!! Sasha , our server was excellent We can’t wait to come back again!! View all feedback.

What Robert Popa Emil dislikes about Cafe Marquesa:
Cafe Marquesa, we thought it would be the dining highlight of our trip. Unfortunately it was the most expensive but it wasn’t really that great. My wife and I both had the exact same feeling with each course we ate, food that lacked flavor. We ate 4 different items, 2 appetizers and 2 entrees and the result was the same. Based on the reviews it must have been an off night. Atmosphere wise, I get that it is a small pl... View all feedback.

liudmyla
24.09.2024

Absolutely wonderful experience!!! 5 star service and work of art dishes!! Scallops, foie gras and grouper were to die for!!Great wine list!! Sasha , our server was excellent We can’t wait to come back again!!

juan-bengoa
24.09.2024

Just had cocktails. 10 out of 10. Will be back to try food.

michael-kelley-pilot-2
24.09.2024

Elevated and inspired New American cuisine with a Southern twist. The service was impeccable, the presentation beautiful and the bartender, talented. What more could you ask for? Truly an all around wonderful experience. I highly recommend Cafe Marquesa!!

derek-krause-1
31.08.2025

Cafe Marquesa delivers a true Michelin-star experience, with flawless service and unforgettable dishes like the yellowtail, triple tail, and melt-in-your-mouth beignets. Every detail felt five-star, and we’ll absolutely be coming back for another memorable evening. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

ioana-munteanu-3
31.08.2025

Fine Dining That Delivers—Without the Fuss or the Foam If you’re wandering through Key West wondering whether true fine dining exists somewhere between flip-flops and frozen daiquiris; it does, and this is the place. The menu is beautifully balanced, clearly crafted by someone who respects both flavor and Florida’s unrelenting heat. I started with the hot and cold foie gras, and honestly, it was a beautiful surprise. The pear element? Game-changer. Sweet, elegant, and the perfect contrast. Who knew summer heat and foie gras could get along so well? I followed it with the pan-seared potato gnocchi, which had just the right mix of pillowy comfort and crispy edges, and the prime beef carpaccio, thin, tender, and full of flavor. For my main, I chose the swordfish, which was fresh, light, and perfectly cooked, basically, the culinary equivalent of a chilled linen shirt on a 90-degree day. No heaviness, just flavor and finesse. Service was attentive but relaxed (Key West style), and the setting matches the food: elevated, but not trying too hard. You’ll feel fancy, but you won’t need to fake an accent. Highly recommend, especially if you're tired of deep-fried everything and just want a real meal that reminds you why dining out can still feel special. Price per person: $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

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    Rose, Miraval, Côtes De Provence 2021
    Rose, Miraval, Côtes De Provence 2021
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  • Starters

    Bibb Lettuce, Red Oak, Frisee Salad
    Bibb Lettuce, Red Oak, Frisee Salad
    $16.0
    Seared And Chilled Yellow Fin Tuna
    Seared And Chilled Yellow Fin Tuna
    $28.0
    Crispy Apalachicola Oysters
    Crispy Apalachicola Oysters
    $29.0
    Grilled Tenderloin Of Beef Oscar
    Grilled Tenderloin Of Beef Oscar
    $88.0
    Maine Lobster Cassoulet
    Maine Lobster Cassoulet
    $87.0

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