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Cafe Sole - Key West, Key West, FL

Cafe Sole - Key West

4.8
4.8
3496 Reviews
$50 and over
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Café Solé has captured the hearts and palates of locals and visitors lucky enough to discover this culinary gem off the beaten path. By combining his French mastery of sauces with fresh locally caught seafood, John has created a menu unlike any on the island, where every dish is bursting with indescribable flavors. Mutton snapper in pesto and champagne, yellowtail in a beurre blanc of lobster or a rare hog snapper with red pepper zabaglione top a list of nightly specials. As for the classics, the Duck a L'Orange, Rack of Lamb with herb de Province and Lobster Bouillaise are as authentic as you will find this side of Paris. Chef Correa combines the best of both of his worlds, European and Caribbean to win the People's Choice and Best Entree awards at a recent Master Chefs Classic

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Seafood, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Nightly: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
    (305) 294-0230
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    John Correa
  • Neighborhood
    Key West
  • Cross street
    Frances St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,496 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Overall

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Food

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Service

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Ambiance

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Best Value

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Neighborhood gem

  • Key West / Florida Keys

    Great for fine wines

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Overall

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Food

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Service

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Ambiance

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Best Value

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Neighborhood gem

  • Florida Keys - Monroe County

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Sole in Key West delights with its "legendary hogfish" and "phenomenal mushroom soup." Known for intimate ambiance and attentive service, it's a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Don't miss the key lime pie with its "unbelievable marshmallow topping." A must-visit gem for gourmet dining in the Keys.

3,496 Reviews
  1. Pamela

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We were called the day before our reservation by Martin, he asked us to change our reservation back an hour. So we did…. But when we arrived we were seated on the sidewalk with a rickety table in the wind. I think it was ok that they told us it was impossible to have a table inside. Until two gentlemen amended ~ 30 mins after us and were moved from these crazy sidewalk table inside. Soooo I guess you must be a local. But I know we ordered an expensive bottle of our favorite Champagne….so treated not as well….

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  2. Mish

    VIP

    Hawaii

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Interesting cute restaurant. Food & service was ordinary. I am used to duck that is medium rare but this one was well done and a little on the dry side. The goose special was similar to a Thanks giving turkey dinner. The key lime pie wasn't too sweet and one of the better ones in Key west.

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  3. Wendy

    VIP

    Key West

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Allen, our waiter, was super! Food is always delicious and the ambiance always very intimate and welcoming

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  4. Kristin

    New York City

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow , what a gem ! Totally cute unassuming place with delicious food . Very attentive staff and wonderful vibes.

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  5. Pam

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Sole is a hidden gem. The hog fish is exquisite!

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  6. Rene

    Tampa

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    OMG! What a gem in Key West. Sole is a quaint neighborhood restaurant with amazing food. Be sure to make reservations.

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  7. john

    Key West

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Hogfish is a delight at Cafe Sole. Its delicate, buttery and oh so good. Too often food is repetitive from place to place but at this hidden gem you will not find replication. This place is magical in prparation

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  8. Ann

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I both ordered the hogfish. Other reviews suggested this dish, and it did not disappoint. Nor did the keylime pie. We were in Key West for a short week, and so glad that we had dinner at Cafe Sole. I would highly recommend.

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  9. Randy

    VIP

    Atlantic City

    25 reviews

    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We have been to cafe Sole numerous time over the years, with our last visit three years ago. Cafe Sole is a must for us when in Key West. This year we rented a home in Marathon and were only in Key West for one full day. We took family to Cafe Sole singing it’s praises from all of our past experiences. Even with all of the ceiling fans running, the restaurant seems very warm. In addition, we were getting bit up pretty good by “no see-ums”. The restaurant canvas roof/awning is in need of major repairs. I would certianly rethinking dining there if it was raining. We ordered a bottle of Sancerre and was really surprised at the temperature that it was served at. Even our waiter commented about how warm it was. While the Hogfish is the best around, I will say the portions have gotten much smaller than I remember. All of our appetizers and soups were very good and other entrees were also very good. Again, the food at Cafe Sole is very good and as our waiter commented numerous times; the Hogfish is the way to go. Unfortunately, for me, the ambiance I remember from past visits has started to fade. Until they can figure out a way to serve a white wine at the proper temperature, I would order red.

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  10. pat

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hogg fish was absolutely incredible The spicy skirt steak was very good and the Keylime pie was the best I’ve ever had

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FAQs

Cafe Sole - Key West offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 294-0230.

Cafe Sole - Key West is rated 4.8 stars by 3496 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cafe Sole - Key West

1029 Southard St., Key West, FL 33040

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Frances St.
  • Neighborhood
    Key West
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Nightly: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Seafood, Fusion / Eclectic
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John Correa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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