Herbie's Chowder House - Marathon

#28 - Seafood - Marathon, Caribbean, American

Herbie's Chowder House

Herbie's Chowder House
4.5 / 5 (488 reviews)

Description

Tucked into the Florida Keys, this lively spot marries smoked-meat comfort with island flair—pulled pork, smoked wings and chowders earn praise, and sampler cider flights are a hit. Friendly staff and a Keys‑chic, casual vibe make it a repeat destination for brunch and dinner. Quality is uneven: limited fish choices, misplaced sauces/onions, skimpy sides, and hit-or-miss desserts (one stellar key lime, one tiny frozen bundt) temper the experience. Expect good smoked fare and atmosphere, but watch portions, pricing and occasional service/billing surprises.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Mary

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★ 4.5 / 5 from 488 reviews
mary-schwartz-4
28.08.2024

Cheeseburger and parafries! Delicious!!! Everything in here is great , love the atmosphere and the people who own/work there!!!

al-s-forest0546
28.08.2024

The staff was were very nice the atmosphere is what we here in the keys love. Tonight the food wasn't on par. The conch chowder was flavorless. The cheese burger in paradise had chunks of chicken. If I wanted chicken KFC is across the street. Also flavorless. The past owner did a much better job.

david-a-beach29
28.08.2024

This place re-imaged a few years back..,we’ve been visiting the Keys for 30 yrs now, I would say this place is at a high point.We visited for dinner on a Saturday night, very busy, no line. The service was great, they were up front, on there staffing, but honestly the service was great.Dinner, fish and chips, maui sandwich, maui wrap, burnt ends…All good, every place is pricey, in today’s world a value for what you get.Atmosphere chic,I would recommend this place, not on the water, but a old/new keys feel to the place.

virginia-johnson-eng
28.08.2024

Fun roadside bar. Great food! My husband had the chowder, he said it was amazing! Would definitely go there again if we come down here.

shawn-smith-krauthei
28.08.2024

Great spot! Showed up 30 minutes before closing, for Sunday brunch, limited menu but all 5 of us found something great to eat! BEST FRIES EVER! Friendliest staff, great food and keys vibe. We will definitely be back for dinner. Thank you!!

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The restaurant and its rooms are wheelchair accessible and thus reachable with a wheelchair or physical disabilities.

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