Café Marquesa

Key West Fine Dining

Like Charleston and other great ports of the South, Key West offers endless inspiration for chefs. Once a stop on trade routes to the Caribbean, the island developed a signature cuisine that’s practically an open book for flavors. Pair this with the bounty from two bodies of water and the signatures of great chefs who have dedicated time here and a compelling cuisine emerges. From its inception, Café Marquesa has led the way in expressing a unique, coastal cuisine. Our kitchen combines the finest seafood, meats, and produce with classic preparations and creativity. We offer fine dining with an authentic, homespun essence, like freshly baked bread and desserts  made daily in-house. No wonder Café Marquesa is such a local favorite for special occasions, and a place to settle into and savor. Every dinner layers memory upon memory. Join us and find yours.
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Key West Fine Dining

Like Charleston and other great ports of the South, Key West offers endless inspiration for chefs. Once a stop on trade routes to the Caribbean, the island developed a signature cuisine that’s practically an open book for flavors. Pair this with the bounty from two bodies of water and the signatures of great chefs who have dedicated time here and a compelling cuisine emerges. From its inception, Café Marquesa has led the way in expressing a unique, coastal cuisine. Our kitchen combines the finest seafood, meats, and produce with classic preparations and creativity. We offer fine dining with an authentic, homespun essence, like freshly baked bread and desserts  made daily in-house. No wonder Café Marquesa is such a local favorite for special occasions, and a place to settle into and savor. Every dinner layers memory upon memory. Join us and find yours.

Valentine’s Day

Be spoiled in our gorgeous oceanfront dining room as Chef Maurer presents all the tastes of paradise. A warm island ambiance and incredible sunset view will help to create the most romantic meal in years. Join us at Hot Tin Roof for Valentine’s Day, reservations must be booked in advance.

Scallops From Cafe Marquesa.
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5:30pm – 9:30pm

Old Town Golden Hour

A wooden porch and dining al fresca embodies the essence of a sweeter, simpler time. A time when the end of the day was spent together, in the golden hues of a warm sunset. Our guests can relive those moments and feeling day after day, from our charming enclave in the Old Town, Key West. Revel in our history and engage in new conversations, laughter, and happiness. Delight in our signature Sake Lychee Spritzer or Strawberry Lemonade Grass Spritzer and savor in inspiring selections of unique tapas of your choosing created by our talented culinary team. Each item features a tropical twist on southern inspired cuisine. This experience will be enjoyed on the Café Marquesa Front Porch each evening from 6:30-7:30pm or 6:30pm to sunset.

24-hour advance notice required. Limited availability, reserve early by emailing us at jpetzold@marquesa.com or by calling us at 305-292-1919.

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Chef Laurence.

Executive Chef

Chef Laurence has over two decades of professional culinary experience that spans the country, from Maine and Virginia and from Texas and Georgia. He continues the tradition of a unique and elevated dining experience at Café Marquesa.

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Scallops From Cafe Marquesa.
MENU
DAYS
HOURS
Dinner
Daily
5:30pm – 9:30pm
girls at dinner table

Old Town Golden Hour

A wooden porch and dining al fresca embodies the essence of a sweeter, simpler time. A time when the end of the day was spent together, in the golden hues of a warm sunset. Our guests can relive those moments and feeling day after day, from our charming enclave in the Old Town, Key West. Revel in our history and engage in new conversations, laughter, and happiness. Delight in our signature Sake Lychee Spritzer or Strawberry Lemonade Grass Spritzer and savor in inspiring selections of unique tapas of your choosing created by our talented culinary team. Each item features a tropical twist on southern inspired cuisine. This experience will be enjoyed on the Café Marquesa Front Porch each evening from 6:30-7:30pm or 6:30pm to sunset.

24-hour advance notice required. Limited availability, reserve early by emailing us at jpetzold@marquesa.com or by calling us at 305-292-1919.

Chef Laurence.

Executive Chef

Chef Laurence has over two decades of professional culinary experience that spans the country, from Maine and Virginia and from Texas and Georgia. He continues the tradition of a unique and elevated dining experience at Café Marquesa.

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Hidden Sanctuary

Behind the façade of cottages and gingerbread porches along the bougainvillea lined streets of Key West are secret sanctuaries just waiting to be discovered.

Hidden Sanctuary

Behind the façade of cottages and gingerbread porches along the bougainvillea lined streets of Key West are secret sanctuaries just waiting to be discovered.

Awards & Press

We are honored to have been recognized by industry groups, publications and our guests for excellence in dining.

Café Marquesa wins Open Table, 2023 Diner’s Choice Award

– Open Table