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Date and Thyme (formerly Help Yourself)

David Dlugitch — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:08:55 +0000

An impressive organic cafe, juice bar, and market.

The Smoothie Bar at Help Yourself is popular with its organic shakes and beverages.

Serving some of the healthiest food on the island, Date and Thyme is the little cafe and market that keeps surprising us with its creativity, authenticity, and motivation.

Opened just a few years ago, this little take-out cafe has gained a very loyal local following due to its dedication to fresh organic ingredients and delicious cuisine that caters to vegetarians, non-vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free.

The cafe recently expanded and now offers an impressive market of organic groceries and green goods. Plan are to further expand to a more complete organic vegetable and fruit market.

And don’t miss the Date and Thyme Smoothie bar, which blends organic frozen fruit with fresh, house-made creamy coconut milk or organic apple juice.

Food is take-out only, with tables and benches provided for you to dine and hang out.

Hours of Operation: 8am-4pm, every day

Location: 829 Fleming Street

Phone: 305-296-7766 (offers free delivery)

Help Yourself Menu

SALADS

INDIAN SUMMER LIGHT 6 FULL 11
Creamy mix of chickpeas, quinoa, carrots, raisins, onion and curried cashews with Indian spices over mixed greens, house vinaigrette

ULTIMATE LIGHT 6 FULL 11
Mixed greens, sprouts, broccoli, avocado, tomato, dulse, hemp seeds, spicy pumpkin seeds, lemon tahini dressing

ANCIENT SECRET LIGHT 6 FULL 11
Quinoa (high protein endurance grain), goji berries, apple, almonds, chickpeas, mixed greens, orange-cumin vinaigrette

SUPER SPINACH LIGHT 6 FULL 11
Spinach, cashew cheese, marinated tempeh, candied walnuts, apple, balsamic dressing

MEXICAN LIGHT 6 FULL 11
Romaine, black beans, corn, brazil nut ‘taco’ meat, tomato salsa, cashew sour cream, avocado, key lime vinaigrette

SIMPLE SIDE SALAD 4
ADD CHICKEN, SALMON OR SEAFOOD OF THE DAY 4.95
ADD TEMPEH 3.50

ULTIMATE NUTRITION

These are the ‘super foods’. Besides filling you up, they energize the brain as well as the body. Nothing is cooked or heated above 115 degrees. There’s no wheat, meat or dairy and all enzymes and nutrients are intact!

LASAGNA 12
Layers of zucchini, brazil nut meat, pesto, fresh tomatoes, marinara, served with a green salad

ASIAN ZUCCHINI NOODLES 11
Mixed raw vegetables over zucchini noodles, curried cashews, sesame asian sauce

BREAKFASTS

HOMEMADE GRANOLA 7
100% organic granola sweetened with maple syrup, choice of organic whole milk or fresh made coconut milk

FRUIT PARFAIT 9
Organic mixed fruit, homemade granola, house cultured coconut yogurt

POWER BOWL 7
Oatmeal, flax seeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds, goji berries

BREAKFAST WRAP 8
Organic scrambled eggs, vegetables, avocado, tomato salsa

FRENCH TOAST 8
Made with whole wheat bread and organic eggs, maple walnut syrup, fresh fruit (vegan version available)

BAGELS (SPROUTED WHOLE GRAIN)
Choice of Plain or Cinnamon Raisin
Coconut butter 2.50
Organic peanut butter and jelly 3.95
Cashew cream cheese, tomato, avocado 4.95

SIDE OF ORGANIC FRUIT 4.95

BEVERAGES

FRESH PRESSED JUICES
ORGANIC COFFEE AND TEA FROM FAIR PLANTATIONS

COOKED DISHES

All dishes are cooked in a wok and come with mixed vegetables of the day plus your choice of Brown Rice, Quinoa, Udon Noodles, or Whole Wheat Pasta.

COCONUT CURRY 9.50
Delicious, fragrant and creamy – made with our own fresh coconut milk

KOREAN BBQ 9.50
Dark and hearty using soy and mineral rich molasses

SLIGHTLY SPICY PEANUT 9.50
Thick and creamy with a light nutty flavor

MIGHTY MARINARA 9.50
Slow cooked tomatoes, with peppers, onions, garlic and fresh basil

MISO BROTH 9.50
Light, flavorful broth with a whole host of nutritional benefits

ADD CHICKEN, SALMON OR SEAFOOD OF THE DAY 4.95

ADD TEMPEH 3.50

WRAPS

All wraps are made with a whole wheat tortilla. Gluten-free wrap available.

TLT HALF 4.50 FULL 9
Marinated tempeh (energy-building cultured soybean), lettuce, tomato, avocado, chipotle mayonnaise, mixed greens

HUMMUS HALF 4.50 FULL 9
Chickpea hummus, quinoa tabouli, cucumber, red onion, sprouts, mixed greens

ENGLISH GARDEN HALF 4.50 FULL 9
Mixed raw vegetables, garden herbs, pesto, mixed greens, mayonnaise

WILD SALMON HALF 6.50 FULL 13
Maple-soy glazed salmon, sprouts, cucumber, carrot, sesame seeds, mixed greens, avocado wasabi spread

CHICKEN SALAD HALF 6 FULL 12
Chicken, celery, herbs, apple, mayonnaise, mixed greens

SMOOTHIES

We use 100% organic frozen fruit and blend with fresh, house-made creamy coconut milk or organic apple juice. Nothing else. If you need an extra boost, ask about our supplements!

TEA PARTY 8
Matcha green tea, goji berries, pomegranate, banana

CHOCOLATE BUZZ 8
Cacao powder, cacao nibs, banana

CITRUS “C” 8
Florida oranges, grapefruit, lemon, ginger, banana

BERRY BLISS 8
Blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, banana

HAPPY MONKEY 8
Banana, peanut butter, vanilla

TROPICAL GREEN 8
Pineapple, mango, banana, cucumber, cilantro, spinach, lime

PURPLE JUNGLE 8
Acai, blueberries, goji berries, banana

The Cafe

David Dlugitch — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:00:37 +0000

Key West’s best vegetarian restaurant pleases all.

This funky cafe features some of the best vegetarian dishes in Key West. Flavorful soups, spring rolls, sandwiches, pizzas, pasta, and salads are offered, including inventive and delicious tofu recipes. The Cafe‘s veggie burgers are especially tasty and guilt free.

The Cafe of Key West – “A mostly vegetarian place”

The Cafe calls itself a “mostly” vegetarian restaurant because they do serve one or two fish dishes.

Location: 509 Southard Street

Hours: Open every day except Sunday, 11am-10pm.

Phone: 305-296-5515 (Delivery Available)

The Cafe Menu

Beginnings, Sides, & Such

Today’s Soup – cup $3.23, bowl $5.50
*Cafe Veggie Burger Bites – with curry lime sauce (not vegan) & BBQ sauce
*Spring Roll – with sweet chili sauce – $4.45
*Un-Wing Dings (hot, BBQ, or Teriyaki) – celery & Blue cheese (not vegan) – $6.75
*Edamame – $4.25
Vegetable Stuffed Portobello Mushroom – with goat cheese cream sauce – $8.50
*Spinach Gyoza Dumplings – $6.25
Polenta Sticks – with marinara sauce – $5.75
*Sweet Potato Fries – with curry-lime sauce (not vegan) – $4.25
Steamed Organic Brown Rice – $3.50
*Sauteed Spinach – $4.75
*Sauteed Mixed Vegetables – $5.75
*Cold Peanut Noodles – soba noodles, snow peas, red peppers, peanuts, and black sesame seeds – $8.25
Hand Cut French Fries – with truffle oil, black pepper, and parmesan – $6.25

*=VEGAN

Salads

*Garden Salad – organic baby greens & mixed vegetables (choice of dressings: Orange-Mango Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Miso Ginger, Curry-Lime, Blue Cheese) – small $4.25, large $8.25 (add tofu $2.75, add veggie burger $6.00, add seared Yellowfin tuna $7.50)
Grilled Portobella Mushroom – organic baby greens, goat cheese, roasted red pepper, toasted almonds, and balsamic vinaigrette – $9.75
*Chilled Tofu Salad – organic baby greens, roasted sunflower seeds, sliced green apples, and dried cranberries and orange-mango vinaigrette – $9.50
*Spinach and Tahini Salad – spinach, avocado, our marinated bean salad, cherry tomatoes, red onion, sunflower seeds, and a tahini dressing – $10.50

*=VEGAN

Sandwiches

(made with Ciabatta or whole wheat bread and served with our marinated bean salad (substitute sweet potato or regular fries or small garden salad – $3.00)

*”Veggie” Veggie Burger – made with legumes, carrots, broccoli, mushroom, scallions, and sunflower seeds – $8.75
*Artichoke Delight – artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, portobella, red onion, mixed greens, and balsamic vinaigrette – $7.75
Tofu Parmesan – $9.25
BBQ Tofu – with caramelized onions and extra sharp cheddar cheese – $8.25
Classic Sprouthead – with avocado, cucumber, swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, and sprouts – $7.25
*Colossal Veggie – grilled eggplant, zucchini, portobella, roasted red peppers, tomato & spinach – $8.75
Blacked Tuna – with pineapple-mango salsa, lettuce, tomato and sprouts – $10.25
*Falafel – with hummus & Israeli salad in grilled pita – $7.75
Grilled Portobella – roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and spinach – $8.25
Grilled Fresh Mozzarella – tomato & pesto – $7.25
Grilled Eggplant – fresh mozzarella & tomato – $7.75
Grilled Zucchini – roasted red pepper, feta cheese, pesto, red onion – $8.25
Seitan Pepper Steak – shitake and portobello mushrooms, onions, peppers, and swiss cheese – $9.25

*=VEGAN

Food Food – Entrees

*BBQ Tofu – with roasted potatoes and sauteed spinach – $11.75
*Kung Pao Tofu – with mixed vegetables over organic brown rice – $12.75
Tofu Parmesan – with fettuccini marinara – $11.50
Polenta Cakes – with goat cheese, roasted red peppers & parmesan over chilled tomato sauce with sauteed spinach – $11.25
Seared yellowfin tuna – honey-wasabi sauce, organic brown rice, sauteed spinach and pickled ginger – $15.75
Pasta of the Day – priced daily
Tofu Pot Pie – in puff pastry with peas, carrots, and pearl onions, served with roasted red potato – $13.75
*Brown Sugar Baked Acorn Squash – stuffed with curried couscous, zucchini, scallions, dried cranberries, pine nuts, served with sauteed spinach – $13.75
*Seitan Pepper Steak – with jasmine rice – $15.25

*=VEGAN

Grilled Pizzas

Served with small garden salad

Gorgonzola – dried mission figs, caramelized onion, olive oil, garlic, walnuts, and fresh spinach – $13.75
Pesto – zucchini, roasted red peppers, fresh mozzarella, red onions, and pine nuts – $12.75
Grilled Pizza of the Day – price daily

Stir Fry

served with mixed vegetables & choice of organic brown rice or flat noodles (or substitute soba noodles for $0.75). Add: tofu $2.75, seared Yellowfin tuna $7.50, seitan $2.75

*Szechuan (spicy) – $9.75
*Thai Curry – $9.75
*Peanut – $9.75
*Oriental (garlic, soy, molasses & ginger) – $9.75
*Teriyaki – $9.75

*=VEGAN

Ocean Grill & Bar (formerly Square One)

David Dlugitch — Fri, 10 May 2013 17:48:15 +0000

One of Key West’s most consistent restaurants for gourmet dining in a well-run restaurant.

New-american gourmet dining in a well-run restaurant.

Featuring a menu of fresh fish, steaks, smaller plates, and salads, this delightful Key West restaurant will have “foodies” coming back for more. Excellent breakfast and brunch is served 7 days a week.

New American cuisine combine with Key West flavors for some of the more memorable food on the island.

Live piano for the indoor patrons, balmy breezes for those al-fresco.

Location: 1075 Duval Street (in Duval Square)

Hours: Open every day. Breakfast/brunch is served 900:am – 3:30pm. Dinner is served 4pm – 11:00pm.

Phone: (305) 296-4300

Ocean Gill & Bar Dinner Menu

Small Plates

LOBSTER BISQUE 9.95 – Sherry laced tomato cream lobster soup topped with butter poached lobster
LOBSTER MAC ‘N’ CHEESE 14.95 – Fresh Florida & Maine lobster in our four cheese sauce with cavatappi pasta and topped with a buttered panko crust
SHRIMP & GRITS 13.95 – Jumbo Key West shrimp are grilled with chili lime butter over cheese grits with a roasted corn butter sauce
SHANGHAI CALAMARI 12.95 – Super tender calamari is flash fried and tossed in a chili honey garlic sauce and topped with peanuts, scallions & cilantro
WAHOO CEVICHE 12.95 – Chef’s Favorite! Fresh local wahoo is marinated in orange, lemon & Key lime juice with Florida orange, cilantro & Scotch bonnets
CRAB CAKES 13.95 Jumbo Lump blue crab cakes are seared and topped with a crab & caper cream sauce, served with fresh arugula dressed with lemon , Olive oil and Parmesan
YELLOWFIN TUNA 13.95 – Pan seared rare local tuna is served with a mixed green salad with miso dressing and fresh avocado
STICKY SESAME CHICKEN 10.95 – Sweet ‘n’ spicy sesame chicken lollipops with Scallions & cilantro
SHORT RIB SLIDERS 13.95 – Tender braised short rib of beef on twin slider rolls with smoked almond romesco, fresh tomato and tobacco fried onions
TRUFFLE FRIES 8.95 – Crispy French fries drizzled with white truffle oil and grated Parmesan

Seafood Entrees

SCALOUPER 36.95 – Jumbo diver scallops are fused to local black grouper, pan roasted and served over lobster risotto with crisp sauteed vegetables & a fresh mint puree
MACADAMIA SNAPPER 32.95 – Fresh local yellowtail snapper encrusted with macadamia nuts over coconut lime risotto with fresh mango salsa
YELLOWFIN TUNA 32.95 – Pan seared ‘A’ grade tuna over sticky white rice with spicy home made kimchee, and drizzled with sweet chili sauce and wasabi aioli
PARMESAN MAHI 28.95 – Panko Parmesan encrusted with butternut mash, saute of snow peas, red pepper & carrots and a delicious sun dried tomato butter sauce
LOBSTER, SHRIMP & SCALLOP PASTA 34.95 – Fresh lobster, jumbo shrimp and jumbo sea scallops are sauteed with fresh baby spinach and sun dried tomatoes in a sherry laced cream sauce and tossed with buccatini pasta
CLAMS & MUSSELS WITH CHORIZO 25.95 – Fresh middleneck clams and jumbo PEI mussels are sauteed with chorizo and fresh garlic in a delicious white wine sauce, served with garlic Parmesan crostini
STICKY SESAME SHRIMP 27.95 – Jumbo local shrimp are tossed with snow peas, scallions, carrots and red peppers in sweet ‘n’ spicy Asian sesame sauce over rice
SEAFOOD CIOPPINO 32.95 – Classic San Franciscan style bouillabaisse. Fresh local fish, shrimp, calamari, clams & mussels are lightly stewed in a spicy white wine tomato broth, served with garlic Parmesan crostini
SHRIMP & SCALLOP DIAVOLO 32.95 – Jumbo local shrimp & sea scallops are sauteed with fresh garlic and tomatoes in a spicy pomodoro sauce and tossed with pasta
SEAFOOD RISOTTO 34.95 – Creamy risotto with fresh lobster, shrimp, scallops, clams & mussels, sauteed with fresh tomatoes, basil and garlic topped with grated Parmesan

Meat Entrees

BLACKENED RIBEYE 33.95 – 14oz Aged beef ribeye is blackened with Cajun spices and brushed with chipotle butter over butternut mash with roasted corn relish
GRILLED SKIRT STEAK 28.95 – 12oz marinated churrasco skirt steak served with butternut mash, whole roasted baby sweet peppers, fresh herb & garlic chimichurri sauce and tobacco fried onions
GARLIC CHICKEN 24.95 – Fresh breast of chicken is marinated in garlic & olive oil then pan roasted, served over risotto with fresh basil Pesto and Arugula dressed with Parmesan and lemon
LAMB CHOPS CASABLANCA 32.95 – Grilled American lamb chops are marinated in lemon & olive oil with spicy Raz-el-hanout, served over butternut mash, topped with medjool date chutney and fresh mint sauce

Salads

STEAKTIP SALAD 15.95 – Grilled steaktips over baby greens with gorgonzola cheese, dried cranberries and pecans in a balsamic vinaigrette
CAPRESE SALAD 10.95 – Fresh mozzarella and Roma tomatoes are served with fresh basil and baby greens , dressed with olive oil and balsamic reduction
WEDGE SALAD 10.95 – Jumbo wedge of iceberg lettuce with smoked bacon, Bermuda onion, red & yellow cherry tomatoes, gorgonzola cheese with a roasted garlic blue cheese dressing
AVOCADO SALAD 11.95 – Baby arugula with fresh avocado, roasted oil cured tomatoes and Bermuda onion dressed with a French herb vinaigrette
CAESAR SALAD 10.95 – Hearts of Romaine lettuce with crunchy croutons. Home made Caesar dressing and shaved Parmesan
SIMPLE SALAD 8.95 – Baby greens with red & yellow cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Bermuda red onion, carrots tossed with balsamic vinaigrette

Ocean Gill & Bar Breakfast & Brunch Menus

Breakfast

THREE EGGS ANY STYLE – Served with homefries and choice of toast 7.95
THREE EGGS WITH MEAT – Served with homefries, toast and choice of Bacon or Ham or sausage 8.95
JUMBO SHRIMP & GRITS – Fresh local shrimp over creamy cheese grits with roasted corn & bacon butter sauce 12.95
BAGEL WITH SMOKED SALMON – Norwegian smoked salmon with cream cheese, capers, tomato & red onion 13.95
SMOKED SALMON OMELET – with caramelized onions and sour cream, served with a fresh salad 11.95
WESTERN OMELET – Loaded with ham, onions, peppers & cheese, with home fries and choice of toast 9.95
HAM OR BACON & CHEESE OMELET – Your choice of ham or bacon and your choice of cheese with home fries and toast 9.25
PRIMAVERA OMELET – fresh spinach, artichokes, onions, peppers, mushrooms and tomatoes, with home fries and toast 9.95
SPINACH & FETA OMELET – fresh spinach and feta cheese with home fries and toast 9.95
PANCAKES – buttermilk pancakes served with syrup and powdered sugar 8.95
BANANA NUT PANCAKES – Our delicious pancakes with fresh sliced banana and pecans with syrup and powdered sugar 9.95
BELGIAN WAFFLE – jumbo waffle served with a warm fruit compote and vanilla bourbon maple syrup 10.95
FRENCH TOAST – Double thick Texas toast dipped in vanilla & cinnamon eggs, served with syrup and powdered sugar 8.95
CLASSIC EGGS BENEDICT – Black forest ham, toasted English muffin, home made hollandaise sauce 10.95
CRAB CAKE BENEDICT – Roasted sweet peppers, toasted English muffin, lemon caper hollandaise sauce 12.95
SMOKED SALMON BENEDICT – Sauteed fresh spinach, toasted English muffin, lemon caper hollandaise 12.95
LOBSTER BENEDICT – Grilled tomato, toasted English muffin, hollandaise sauce 13.95
SCALLOP BENEDICT – Caramelized onion, toasted English muffin, chipotle hollandaise sauce 13.95

Brunch Menu

SHANGHAI STYLE CALAMARI Sweet ‘n’ spicy Chili honey garlic sauce with peanuts, scllions & cilantro 12.95
CRAB CAKES Crab & caper cream sauce, with arugula dressed in olive oil, lemon and Parmesan 11.95
ARTICHOKE GRATIN Slow baked artichoke hearts with Parmesan and romesco sauce 10.95
STUFFED SHRIMP Jumbo local shrimp, stuffed with blue crab, topped with crab & caper cream sauce 12.95
LOBSTER BISQUE Delicious sherry laced tomato cream lobster soup, topped with butter poached lobster 9.95
HOUSE BURGER 1/2 Pound of Chef’s secret black Angus beef blend on a classic bun with lettuce, tomato, Bermuda onion & roasted garlic mayo, served with fries. (Add Cheese ~ 1.00) 13.95
LOCAL CATCH FISH SANDWICH Dock to Dish, fresh local fish, grilled or blackened on ciabatta bread with caramelized onions, arugula & Key lime mustard sauce 13.95
SHORT RIB SLIDERS Meltingly tender short rib of beef is slow braised, served on pretzel slider buns with tobacco fried onions & toasted almond romesco sauce. Served with fries 13.95
GROWN-UP GRILLED CHEESE Aged cheddar cheese, maple bacon jam on sourdough bread, served with a cup of cream of tomato soup for dipping 13.50
SKIRT STEAK SANDWICH marinated skirt steak grilled with onions and peppers, provolone cheese on toasted ciabatta bread. Served with fries 13.95
TUSCAN CHICKEN SANDWICH Grilled fresh breast of chicken on toasted ciabatta with fresh mozzarella, tomato bruschetta & basil pesto mayo. Served with fries 11.95
STEAK-TIP SALAD Grilled black Angus steak over baby greens with dried cranberries, pecans, gorgonzola cheese with balsamic vinaigrette 15.95
CAPRESE SALAD Fresh mozzarella, slow roasted Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, olive oil, balsamic reduction 10.95
WEDGE SALAD Iceberg lettuce, Bermuda onion, smoked bacon, cherry tomato, Gorgonzola cheese, roasted garlic blue cheese dressing 10.95
CAESAR SALAD Hearts of Romaine lettuce, ceasar dressing, croutons, shaved Parmesan. (Add Mahi or Chicken or Shrimp – 5.00) 10.95
AVOCADO SALAD Peppery baby arugula, avocado, Bermuda onion & fresh tomato with a fresh herb vinaigrette 11.95
SIMPLE SALAD Fresh baby greens, carrot, tomato, cucumber, Bermuda onion, balsamic vinaigrette 7.95

Camille’s Restaurant

David Dlugitch — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:17:20 +0000

Consistent, inventive, and homemade – always satisfying

Camille’s pink awnings mark this favorite Simonton Street restaurant.

To really experience Key West you have to experience Camille’s! It’s a funky restaurant that has been around for over 20 years.

A combination of a Soho Cafe and “a place where everyone knows your name.” The local’s here love the place, always a good sign.

It’s inexpensive gourmet….done the RIGHT way. And they are children friendly!

Location: 1202 Simonton Street

Hours: Open every day, 8am – 10pm.

Phone: (305) 296-4811

Camille’s Restaurant Menu

Note: This is a sample of their ever changing menu.

Award Winning Breakfast

Special Omelette – Lump crab or lobster meat, applewood smoked bacon, onion, asparagus, sundried tomatoes, herbs, and brie – $MARKET
Camille’s Benedicts – Traditional with Canadian bacon – or – Norwegian with smoked salmon or crab cake or veggie bennie. All served over an English muffin and topped with their famous hollandaise sauce with a side of home fries – $Prices Vary
Banana Batter Buttermilk Pancakes – With toasted walnuts – $7.50
French Toast Special – Godiva white chocolate sauce and fresh strawberries – $8.50
Special Waffle – with bourbon pecan maple sauce – $5.25
Organic Yellow Corn Pancakes – with fresh blueberries and pecans – $7.95
Corned Beef Hash, Two Eggs, Home Fries, Toast and Coffee – $7.25
Scrambled Eggs Supreme – Three eggs scrambled with diced tomatoes, scallions, and fresh herbs, topped with melted white cheddar cheese served with choice of toast and chioce of home fries, grits, or tomato slices – $7.95
Norwegian Smoked Salmon Platter – Smoked Norwegian Salmon, choice of water bagel, Bermuda onion, capers, tomato slices, cream cheese and sliced seasonal fruit – $12.50

Lunch from Scratch

Camille’s Famous Chicken Salad Sandwich – $7.25
Mandy’s Favorite Grilled Avocado, Tomato, Bacon, & Cheese – $7.95
Mile High Corned Beef – Special with Swiss cheese, Russian dressing, and homemade cole slaw on rye – $7.95
Tender Grilled Chicken Breast – with sauteed baby spinach, roasted red peppers topped with melted brie – $8.95
Local Mahi Mahi – Fresh grilled, topped with black bean salsa and pepper jack cheese rolled in a tortilla, with hand cut fries – $Market Price
Mary’s Salad – Fresh spinach topped with tomatoes, carrots, onions, cucumbers, feta, and grilled chicken, with house balsamic vinaigrette – $8.95
Special Caesar – Fresh romaine lettuce, topped with smoked salmon, home made croutons, mixed with their famous Caesar dressing – $11.95
Sliced Turkey Breast – Crisp bacon, avocado, tomato, lettuce, cranberry mayo on seven grain bread – $8.95

Appetizers

Stone Crab Claws – Fresh local with Key Lime Dijon dipping sauce – $Market Price
Fresh Pear Salad – Topped with walnuts and Gorgonzola cheese over exotic greens topped with our tomato-basil vinaigrette – $7.95
“Lick Your Lips” Artichoke Dip – Warm artichoke heart-capers-roasted-peppers-spinach dip. Served with warm pita bread – $7.95
Sauteed Escargot – In garlic-mushroom pernod cream sauce in phyllo pastry cup – $11.95
Fresh Local Calamari – Lightly fried with mango-passion fruit aioli – $7.95
Red, White, Blue Salad – Fresh Beefsteak Tomatoes smothered in Maytag blue cheese dressing – $8.95
Key West Pink Shrimp Cocktail – Baked and glazed with honey, soy, and ginger over chipotle cocktail sauce and topped with sesame seeds and herbs – $8.99
Fresh Yellowfin Tuna Tartare – Cubed with avocado, tossed in spicy Thai chili sauce, served in phyllo dough cup, garnished with red onions and fresh herbs – $8.99

Dinner Specials

Grilled Black Angus Filet Mignon – stuffed with roasted garlic topped with sun dried tomato bacon truffle oil pesto – $25.95
Black Angus New York Strip Steak au Poivre – pressed in tri-color peppercorns, sauteed with mushrooms, shallots, green peppercorns, cognac and cream served with potatoes and veggies – $22.95
Key West Shrimp and Lobster Scampi – loaded with garlic, diced tomato’s Chardonnay, parsley, sherry, lemon butter over linguine – $21.95
Wilted Spinach Salad – with warm bacon dressing, topped with grilled lamb chops, marinated artichoke hears and mushrooms – $19.95
Fresh Yellowtail Snapper – in a macadamia nut crust, pan sauteed with avocado, mangoes, tomatoes, spiced rum butter and fresh herbs, served with fun rice and a medley of fresh sauteed veggies – $23.95
Hand Banged Veal – pan sauteed with mushrooms, diced tomato, asparagus in Marsala wine with melted Asiago and fresh Mozzarella – $17.95
Oven Roasted Pork Loin atop gorgonzola cream sauce served with potatoes and veggies – $19.95
Paradise Pasta – Lobster ravioli with sundried tomato Vodka sauce – $19.95
Jumbo Wild Scallops – Lightly marinated in olive oil, basic, garlic, and grilled with passion – $24.95
Wild Salmon – Grilled with love over potato crust, topped with creamy basil pesto and served with veggies – $21.99

Blue Heaven

David Dlugitch — Thu, 09 May 2013 16:34:04 +0000

Consistently one of the most delicious and funky restaurants in Key West

Blue Heaven – breakfast with the roosters, dinner under the stars.

The islands most quintessentially “Key West” restaurant has to be Blue Heaven. Like everything in Key West, it’s got some history. The building once housed a bordello and later Hemingway refereed boxing matches there.

Located in the Bahamian neighborhood (Bahama Village), this restaurant is an absolute favorite with locals and visitors serving fine American cuisine.

During the day a few chicken and roosters roam the outdoor dining garden. By nightfall, they have moved to the trees to roost for the night while the cats come out to play.

The food is outstanding, the atmosphere funky and lively, and the experience should be memorable. Live music is gently offered by local musicians as diners enjoy the breezes caught in the shade sails.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

No reservations accepted (except for very large groups).

Location: 729 Thomas Street

Breakfast Menu

RICHARD’S VERY GOOD PANCAKES
(MADE FROM SCRATCH) ORDER OF THREE
Plain • Banana • Pecan • Pineapple
– pure maple syrup available –

BENEDICTS
– served with poached eggs, english muffin with lime Hollandaise –
Vegetable Benedict • Ham Benedict
Sausage Benedict • Bacon Benedict • Beef Tenderloin Benedict

HOMEMADE GRANOLA
(made in our kitchen with organic oats)
available with milk, soy milk, fruit, and organic low-fat vanilla yogurt

FRUIT CUP

FRUIT PLATE & HOMEMADE BANANA BREAD

FRESH FRUIT SMOOTHIE
made with apple juice, strawberries and bananas

OMELETTES SERVED WITH BLUE HEAVEN BAKERY TOAST
Suanne’s Favorite
(mushroom, cheese and onion)
Cheese Omelette
(with Vermont white sharp cheddar)
Chef’s Delight

SHRIMP AND GRITS
Five sautéed Key West shrimp served over grits
with Vermont white cheddar cheese, scallions
and bakery fresh toast

ROOSTER SPECIAL
Two eggs, any style, and grits or seasoned potatoes,
and bacon or country sausage,
with toast, homemade pancakes or Betty’s Banana Bread

BREAKFAST TORTILLA
Scrambled eggs with onion, peppers,
herbs and cheese on flour tortilla topped with sour cream and salsa

BREAKFAST SANDWICHES
(On bakery fresh bun)
Egg • Egg and Cheese • Egg and Bacon or Sausage
Egg, Cheese and Bacon or Sausage

À LA CARTE
Pancake • Bacon • Egg
Fruit or Pecan Cake • Country Sausage • Hollandaise Sauce
Betty’s Banana Bread • Toast (freshly baked) • Salsa
Grits • Toasted Bun • Side Yogurt
Lobster bites • Potatoes

DRINKS
Good Coffee
Unfiltered Apple Juice • Hot Tea
Cappuccino • Tomato • Green Tea
Lakewood Cranberry • Mimosa w/fresh OJ • Fresh Squeezed OJ
Bloody Mary • Fresh Grapefruit

Lunch Menu

VEGETARIAN BLACK BEAN SOUP
(Garnished with sour cream & cheese)

SEASONAL SOUP

GARDEN SALAD
(Greens tossed in orange vinaigrette with tomatoes, red onions,
feta cheese and Kalamata Olives (with pits))

CAESAR SALAD
(Romaine with homemade croutons,
Pecorino Romano cheese and Caesar dressing)
– Top with jerk chicken strips, skillet seared fish, shrimp –

FRUIT PLATE
with Cottage cheese

JAMAICAN JERK CHICKEN SANDWICH
(Strips of boneless breast tenderized in a 12-herb marinade,
served on a bakery fresh bun with lettuce and tomato)
– cheese may be added –

JERK CHICKEN PLATE
(Comes with brown rice, black beans, vegetables and corn bread)

SHRIMP MELT
(Sautéed Key West pink shrimp served on a bakery fresh bun
topped with Vermont white cheddar cheese)

LOCALLY CAUGHT FISH
(Sandwich with freshly made tartar sauce on bakery fresh bun)
(Plate with brown rice, black beans, vegetable, corn bread and sauce du jour)

NATURAL BEEF HAMBURGER
(Shaped here, with lettuce, onion, tomato and mayonnaise)
– cheddar cheese may be added –

GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH
(Vermont white cheddar with sliced tomato. Served with daily garnish)
– available with avocado and sprouts –

LUNCHEON TORTILLAS
(Black beans and brown rice, melted cheese, sour cream,
cilantro salsa and avocado on top of a flour tortilla)
– available with sautéed tofu or jerk chicken –

VEGETABLE PLATE
(Brown rice, black beans, fresh vegetables,
red onion marmalade and corn bread)

SIDE ORDERS
sour cream • cheese • 1/2 avocado • salsa • corn bread • rice • black beans

DESSERTS
Banana Heaven • Key Lime Pie • Chocolate Torte
Homemade Ice-Cream and Fruit

Dinner Menu

APPETIZERS
CARROT AND CURRY SOUP
Garnished with mango chutney

SEASONAL SOUP

VEGETARIAN BLACK BEAN SOUP
With sour cream and cheese

SPLENDID SALAD
Romaine, fresh vegetables, and orange cider vinaigrette

BABY GREENS
With twice baked miso eggplant, goat cheese, and our house vinaigrette

CARIBBEAN BBQ SHRIMP
Seared with jerk seasonings, deglazed with beer, and
served with freshly baked corn bread muffins

ENTRÉES
– served with fresh vegetable and corn bread –

CARIBBEAN BBQ SHRIMP
Seared with garlic and jerk seasonings,
deglazed with Red Stripe beer and served with brown rice and black beans

PORK TENDERLOIN
Pan seared and served with sweet potato,
mango chutney and curry butter sauce

JAMAICAN JERK CHICKEN
“Jerked” in Caribbean spices and served with brown rice and black beans

BEEF TENDERLOIN
An eight-ounce center cut Angus filet with Cabernet demi-glace

VEGETABLE PLATE
Brown rice, black beans, grilled plantains, fresh vegetables and red onion marmalade

VEGETABLE STIR-FRY
FRESH SEAFOOD SPECIALS
Seared Sea Scallops Provençale
Sauteed Yellowtail Snapper with Citrus Beurre Blanc Sauce
(Lobster & Stonecrab when in season)

SIDES
Green Vegetables • Herbed Red Potatoes • Plaintains
Fresh Corn • Wilted Spinach • Rice & beans

DESSERTS
BANANA HEAVEN
With Betty’s banana bread, bananas flamed with rum
and homemade Vanilla ice cream

BELGIAN CHOCOLATE TORTE

KEY LIME PIE

GOOD COFFEE
Cappuccino • Espresso

Willie-T’s

David Dlugitch — Thu, 09 May 2013 15:21:36 +0000

Serving casual lunch, & dinner on Duval Street, with seafood, meat, and vegetarian options

Willie T’s on Duval Street in Key West

This restaurant offers casual outdoor dining overlooking Duval Street.

Healthy salads, sandwiches, and other tasty entrees are available at the open-air cafe.

Old timers will remember this as the former home of Barefoot Bobs, a hippie-inspired bar.

Open late.

Vegetarian options available.

Location: 525 Duval Street

Willie T’s Bar & Restaurant Menus

Breakfast Menu

JUICE & JAVA

Fresh-squeezed orange juice – $3.75
Tomato, Cranberry, Apple, or Grapefruit Juice – $2.75
Coffee – $2.00
Espresso – $2.50
Cappuccino – $3.75
Herbal Tea – $2.00

BREAKFAST ENTREES

Eggs Waverly – Willie’s own favorite eye-opener. Scrambled eggs with sour cream, scallions, apple wood smoked bacon inside a puff pastry. Served with home fries – $8.75
Scrambled Eggs – Plain and simple. 3 eggs scrambled with applewood bacon or sausage links, home fries and toast – $7.50
Blackened Steak Tenderloin & Eggs – Buckhead aged tenderloin and eggs any style with home fries – $13.75
Grandpa’s Creme Brulee French Toast – Served with homemade peach butter and maple syrup – $8.50
Ray’s Breakfast Burrito – Scrambled eggs, sauteed onions, roasted green chiles, red peppers, Gouda. Served with sour cream, salsa, and home fries – $8.50
Buttermilk Biscuits with Gravy – Fresh buttermilk buscuits and Willie T’s sausage gravy, with home fries – $7.50
Three Cheese Omelette – Sharp cheddar, Swiss, and Gouda. Home fries and sourdough toast – $8.50
Jerk Shrimp Omelette – Grilled Jerk shrimp, applewood smoked bacon, plantains and Gouda cheese. With home fries and sourdough toast – $10.75
Plantain and Sweet Potato Belgian Waffle – Served with a bourbon-pecan maple syrup – $9.50
Veggie Omelette – Goat cheese, sauteed spinach, Portabella mushrooms and onions. Home fries and sourdough toast – $9.75
Smoked Salmon Quiche – Homemade quicke with smoked salmon, cream cheese, sauteed leeks and capers. Served with a side salad – $12.75
Ham and Cheese Panini – Smoked ham, Swiss cheese, grilled red onions and honey mustard. With side salad – $8.75
B.L.A.T. (or B.L.T. & Avocado) Panini – Applewood smoked bacon, romaine lettuce, avocado, tomato, and chilli mayo. With side salad – $9.75
Tropical Fruit & Mixed Greens Salad – Mango, pineapple, banana, strawberry, apples over mixed greens, toasted coconut and a curry-key lime dressing – $9.75
Tree Hugger Granola Breakfast – Organic maple-almond granola, plain yogurt & mixed berries – $9.50

SIDE DISHES

Applewood smoked bacon – $3.75
Home fries – $2.75
Sourdough toast – $1.75
Buttermilk biscuit – $1.75
Sausage links – $2.75

Lunch Menu

APPETIZERS

WILLIE’S CONCH CHOWDER – Creamy New England Style with Caribbean conch, roasted corn, red peppers & potatoes – bowl $7.95
KEY WEST CONCH FRITTERS – Homemade & as good as it gets, with a Key Lime curry sauce – $11.95
CAPRESE NAPOLEON – Tomatoes, fresh Mozzarella, basil, black olive tapenade & sweet basil dressing – $9.95
SESAME SEARED TUNA – Perfectly seared rare Tuna served with a Thai cucumber-carrot salad & key lime wasabi cream & Wakame seaweed salad – $11.95
WILLIE T’S NACHOS – Ground beef, refried beans, cheddar, onions, jalapenos, tomatoes, cilantro, sour cream and salsa – $10.95
COCONUT SHRIMP – Willie T’s makes them fresh in-house everyday. Served with Asian soy dipping sauce – $11.95
FRIED CALAMARI – Lightly battered in buttermilk and flour. Crispy flash fried, served with a lemon chili aioli – $11.95
MOZZARELLA STIX – Served with our own marinara sauce – $7.95
CRABCAKE VERDE SALAD – Maryland Crab cakes over arugula with an avocado vinaigrette, cilantro oil & cherry tomatoes – $14.95
TEX-MEX EGG ROLLS – Diced chicken, corn, black beans, jalapenos & Monterey Jack cheese. Served with avocado ranch dressing & salsa – $9.95
CHICKEN TENDERS WITH FRIES – $10.95
WINGS – 12 buffalo wings, inferno & smokey BBQ, served with blue chees and celery – $12.95
SIDE OF SWEET POTATO FRIES – $3.95
SIDE OF FRIES – $3.95

SALADS

CLASSIC CAESAR – Hearts of romaine with our own Cesar dressing with herbed croutons & grated Parmesan – $9.95
SHRIMP & SPINACH SALAD – Grilled Key West pink shrimp over baby spinach, fresh strawberries and gorgonzola cheese tossed with homemade passion-fruit vinaigrette – $18.95
SIDE SALAD – Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes & carrots. Dressing Choice: Blue Cheese, Curry lime, Honey pecan, Buttermilk Ranch, Balsamic Vinaigrette or Honey Mustard – $5.95
TROPICAL FRUIT & GRILLED MARINATED CHICKEN – Our tropical marinated chicken served over mixed greens with toasted coconut, mangos and pineapple with a key lime curry dressing – $15.95
GOAT CHEESE & AVOCADO SALAD – Mixed greens, avocado, dried cherries, walnuts & goat cheese with a Balsamic vinaigrette – $15.95
GREEK SHRIMP SALAD – Grilled Shrimp, romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, caramelized onions, Kalamata olives, Feta cheese & pine nuts. Greek dressing – $18.95
GRILLED SHRIMP – $9.95

GRILLED THIN CRUST PIZZA – Brushed with extra Virgin Oil

PIZZA MARGHERITA – Roma tomato sauce with mozzarella & fresh basil – $13.95
PEPPERONI PIZZA – A traditional classic with a grilled twist – $12.95
BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA – Grilled chicken breast, grilled red onion, J.A.C.’s BBQ sauce, fresh cilantro and Gouda cheese – $14.95
Veggie Pizza – Portobello’s, grilled red onions sautéed spinach, roma tomato sauce & mozzarella – $13.95
SAUSAGE PIZZA – Italian sausage, jalapenos, red onion, Roma tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese – $12.95

BURGERS, WRAPS & THE REST – All served with fries. All wraps are served in a spinach tortilla.

GRILLED CENTER CUT RIB EYE – 12-ounce steak with Willie’s Worcestershire Glaze, served with fries – $22.95
CAJUN CHICKEN CAESAR WRAP – Cajun chicken breast, romaine, fresh parmesan and our house Caesar dressing – $10.95
BLT RANCH WRAP – Simple. Apple wood smoked bacon, vine ripe tomatoes, romaine & avocado ranch dressing $9.95
BBQ CHICKEN WRAP – BBQ chicken, cheddar Cheese, caramelized onions, cilantro and romaine – $10.95
2/3 POUND BLACK ANGUS BURGER – Our famous burger charbroiled & served with lettuce and tomato on a homemade bun – $12.95
VEGAN GARDEN VEGGIE BURGER – Made from scratch with 6 different legumes, brown rice and lots of veggies. Served with red pepper jam, lettuce, tomato & sprouts – $11.95
GRILLED MARINATED CHICKEN SANDWICH – Our homemade tropical marinade, succulent and delicious. Served with lettuce and tomato – $11.95
BLACKENED DOLPHIN WRAP – Fresh local mahi-mahi with avocado butter, pineapple-mango salsa, romaine and mozzarella cheese – $13.95
BLACKENED DOLPHIN SANDWICH – Fresh local mahi-mahi, served with creamy lime sauce, lettuce and tomato – $13.95
SOUTHWEST PANINI – Grilled Chicken, roasted corn salad, sharp cheddar, grilled red onions and chipotle mayo – $12.95
HAM & CHEESE PANINI – Honey-maple ham, Swiss cheese, grilled red onion a honey-mustard sauce – $10.95
CHICKEN CLUB PANINI – Grilled chicken, apple wood smoked bacon, avocado, tomato and mayo – $13.95
CHICKEN PESTO PANINI – Grilled chicken breast with homemade pesto, roasted red peppers and fresh mozzarella – $12.95

FRIES

BREW CITY FRIES 3.95
DELICIOUS SWEET POTATO FRIES 3.95

Dinner Menu

APPETIZERS

WILLIE’S CONCH CHOWDER – Creamy New England Style with Caribbean conch, roasted corn, red peppers & potatoes – bowl $7.95
KEY WEST CONCH FRITTERS – Homemade & as good as it gets, with a Key Lime curry sauce – $11.95
CAPRESE NAPOLEON – Tomatoes, fresh Mozzarella, basil, black olive tapenade & sweet basil dressing – $9.95
SESAME SEARED TUNA – Perfectly seared rare Tuna served with a Thai cucumber-carrot salad & key lime wasabi cream & Wakame seaweed salad – $11.95
WILLIE’S SEMOLINA GNOCCHI CAKES – with oven-dried tomatoes, sauteed baby spinach, zante currants and pine nuts, finished with parmesan and extra-virgin oil – $11.95
SEARED JUMBO SEA SCALLOPS – Pan-seared fresh jumbo sea scallops with plantains, fried leeks and a lemon-habanero sauce – $Market Price
WILLIE T’S NACHOS – Ground beef, refried beans, cheddar, onions, jalapenos, tomatoes, cilantro, sour cream and salsa – $10.95
COCONUT SHRIMP – Willie T’s makes them fresh in-house everyday. Served with Asian soy dipping sauce – $11.95
FRIED CALAMARI – Lightly battered in buttermilk and flour. Crispy flash fried, served with a lemon chili aioli – $11.95
MOZZARELLA STIX – Served with our own marinara sauce – $7.95
CRABCAKE VERDE SALAD – Maryland Crab cakes over arugula with an avocado vinaigrette, cilantro oil & cherry tomatoes – $14.95
TEX-MEX EGG ROLLS – Diced chicken, corn, black beans, jalapenos & Monterey Jack cheese. Served with avocado ranch dressing & salsa – $9.95
CHICKEN TENDERS WITH FRIES – $10.95
WINGS – 12 buffalo wings, inferno & smokey BBQ, served with blue chees and celery – $12.95
SIDE OF SWEET POTATO FRIES – $3.95
SIDE OF FRIES – $3.95

SALADS

CLASSIC CAESAR – Hearts of romaine with our own Cesar dressing with herbed croutons & grated Parmesan – $9.95
GREEK SHRIMP SALAD – Grilled Key West pink shrimp, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, caramelized onions, kalamata olives, feta cheese and pine nuts, served with Greek dressing – $18.95
SIDE SALAD – Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes & carrots. Dressing Choice: Blue Cheese, Curry lime, Honey pecan, Buttermilk Ranch, Balsamic Vinaigrette or Honey Mustard – $5.95
TROPICAL FRUIT & GRILLED MARINATED CHICKEN – Our tropical marinated chicken served over mixed greens with toasted coconut, mangos and pineapple with a key lime curry dressing – $15.95
GOAT CHEESE & AVOCADO SALAD – Mixed greens, avocado, dried cherries, walnuts & goat cheese with a Balsamic vinaigrette – $15.95
SHRIMP & SPINACH SALAD – Grilled Key West pink shrimp over baby spinach, fresh strawberries and gorgonzola cheese tossed with homemade passion-fruit vinaigrette – $18.95

PASTA

PENNE MARINARA – A fresh roasted chunky tomato-basil sauce with roasted garlic, oven dried tomatoes finished with parmesan – $13.75
SMOKED CHICKEN FARFALLE – Basil cream sauce, smoked chicken, oven dried tomatoes, baby spinach, pine nuts & fresh grated Parmesan – $16.50
MIXED SEAFOOD PASTA – Shrimp, calamari & baby clams with oven dried tomatoes, spinach, in a shallot-white saffron cream sauce – $19.75

GRILLED THIN CRUST PIZZA – Brushed with extra Virgin Oil

PIZZA MARGHERITA – Roma tomato sauce with mozzarella & fresh basil – $13.95
PEPPERONI PIZZA – A traditional classic with a grilled twist – $12.95
BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA – Grilled chicken breast, grilled red onion, J.A.C.’s BBQ sauce, fresh cilantro and Gouda cheese – $14.95
Veggie Pizza – Portobello’s, grilled red onions sautéed spinach, roma tomato sauce & mozzarella – $13.95
SAUSAGE PIZZA – Italian sausage, jalapenos, red onion, Roma tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese – $12.95

ENTREES – We only use Buckhead Black Angus beef & Locally Caught Fresh Seafood.

SAUTEED YELLOWTAIL SNAPPER – Fresh local snapper with champagne citrus beurre blanc, sweet potato and fennel hash & julienne vegetables – $25.95
WILLIE’S CHICKEN POT PIE – The real deal chicken pot pie, with peas, carrots pearl onions, white meat chicken & puffy pasty crust. Served w/mashed potatoes – $18.95
GRILLED CENTER CUT RIB EYE – Twelve-ounce steak with Willie’s Worcestershire glaze, classic mashed potatoes & julienne vegetables – $27.95
GRILLED KEY WEST PINK SHRIMP – Fresh pink shrimp with a Drunken Lobster sauce, sweet potato and fennel hash & julienne vegetables – $25.95
CHICKEN MARSALA – Sauteed chicken breast with portabella mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce, served with a julienne vegetables, mashed potatoes – $19.95
PENNE MARINARA – Fresh roasted chunky tomato-basic sauce with roasted garlic, oven-dried tomatoes, finished with parmesan – $13.95
2/3 BLACK ANGUS BURGER – Our famous grilled burger on a sesame roll, topped with Sharp cheddar, lettuce & tomato. Served with French fries – $12.95
BLACKENED DOLPHIN SANDWICH – Fresh local mahi-mahi on a sesame roll with creamy lime sauce, lettuce & tomato – $13.95
SOUTHWEST PANINI – Grilled Chicken, roasted corn salad, Sharp cheddar, grilled red onions & Chipotle mayo – $12.95
GRILLED TROPICAL MARINATED CHICKEN SANDWICH – Our own tropical marinated chicken breast served on a Kaiser rolls with lettuce & tomato. Served with French fries – $12.95

VEGETARIAN ENTREES

JANICE’S SEMOLINA GNOCCHI CAKES – With oven-dried tomatoes. Sautéed baby spinach, zante currants, pine nuts & finished with Parmesan & extra virgin oil – $15.95
HOMEMADE VEGAN VEGGIE BURGER – Made from scratch Vegan Friendly veggie burger topped with red pepper jam, lettuce, tomato & sprouts served with sweet potato fries on a Kaiser roll – $13.95

Bien (formerly Paseo)

David Dlugitch — Thu, 09 May 2013 14:46:57 +0000

New take-out restaurant has blown us away with their tasty sandwiches.

Located on the corner of Eaton Street and Grinnell Street, this casual take-out eatery is now serving scrumptious Caribbean flavored sandwiches and “bowls”.

Wow! That is what we said when we first encountered the newest sandwich shop in Key West.

While Key West has been famous for its Cuban bread-based sandwiches, hot pressed until crispy, this new shop opens and re-invents the idea of casual Caribbean food. Yes, we still are fans of the Cuban Mix – a local sandwich served on Cuban bread and layered in ham, pork, swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard.

But when we first encountered Bien’s (formerly Paseo’s) sandwich, all we could say is “WOW!”.

Originating on the west coast, Paseo’s had massive success with its two sandwich shops there, reportedly serving 400 sandwiches a day to people lined up out the door. So popular were the Seattle shops that when the sign on the front of their building became obscured by overgrown bamboo, the business never slowed down. Knowing that with food this good, a sign isn’t a necessity (local word of mouth spread its praises like wildfire), the owners opened a shop in Key West – once again forgoing the need for a business sign. This gives the funky business a “locals secret” vibe.

What makes the food so memorable? Like any great sandwich in the history of the world, you have to start with great bread. So, rather than using the traditional Cuban bread, the owners have found a source for a delicious baguette that combines the perfect combination of crunch crust with chewy interior. The crusty bread holds up nicely to the marinated fillings.

But it is the marinade that is used on most of their sandwiches and dishes that makes the food so delicious. So secret is the sauce, that the owner closes for a day just to prepare it out public view. Combining Caribbean flavors, the sauce has an exotic, savory, and thoroughly unique flavor – a sort of bar-b-que sauce meets jerk sauce meets caramelized onion and garlic.

Also to be noted are the “bowls”, expertly filled with wholesome ingredients to the delight of patrons.

If you are looking for something new, definitely visit Bien. This is a very casual place with take-out as the only option (no table service). They have a few tables outdoors at which to eat.

Hours of Operation: Open Wednesday through Sunday, 10:30 am – 9:00 pm. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Location: 1000 Eaton Street (at the intersection of Grinnell Street)

Phone: 305-517-6740

Paseo Menu

Sandwiches

All sandwiches are on a lightly toasted baguette slathered with aioli, fresh cilantro, pickled jalapenos, crisp romaine, and caramelized onions

1. Grilled Pork, $8.50 – Cubed pork loin grilled over lava rocks and based with Paseo marinade until golden brown
2. Caribbean Roast, $8.50 – Pork shoulder coated in Paseo marinade and slow roasted ’til falling into succulent morsels.
3. Chicken Breast, $8.50 – Plump chicken breast dredged in Paseo marinade and fire grilled to perfection.
4. Smokin’ Thighs, $8.50 – Two marinated, skin-on, boneless chicken thighs flash grilled and oven roasted.
5. Sauteed Prawns, $8.95 – Six black tiger prawns sauteed in extra virgin olive oil with our garlic tapenade (optional spice 1-5 stars).
6. Fish of the Day, $8.95 – Delectable slices of fish, pan seared thoroughly with extra virgin olive oil and garlic tapenade (optional spice 1-5 stars).
7. Tofu Delight, $8.50 – Where’s the meat? Who cares. Extra firm organic tofu cut into bite size pieces and sauteed in extra virgin olive oil with our garlic tapenade (optional spice 1-5 stars).
8. Paseo Press, $8.95 – Succulent morsels of roasted pork nestled atop banana peppers draped with sheer slices of smoked ham, swiss cheese, caramelized onions all melted together between a hot press (no lettuce or jalapenos).
9. Ham and Cheese, $7.50 – Our twist on a classic. Razor thin slices of smoke cured ham, piled high over banana peppers, covered with caramelized onions and swiss cheese, melted together on a hot press (no lettuce or jalapenos).
10. Onion Obsession, $6.00 – Caramelized onions sauteed in our garlic tapenade tossed with fresh sprigs of cilantro and jalapeno peppers (optional spice 1-5 stars).
11. Seared Scallops, $8.95 – Sizable sea scallops pan seared in extra virgin olive oil, our garlic tapenade and tossed with fresh sprigs of cilantro (optional spice 1-5 stars).

The Goods

12. West Caribbean Bowl, $12.00 – Dis’ one be the second most popular “bowl” in the Caribbean mon! A generous portion of jasmine rice smothered in black beans, warm salsa, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, jalapenos, and one chicken thigh. Served with love, peace, and tortilla chips.
13. Rice Bean Thigh Trio, $8.00 Two scoops of jasmine rice covered in black beans and accompanied with an oven roasted thigh. Extra thigh, $2.00.
14. Paseo Greens, $4.75 – Crisp romaine lettuce, razor thin sliced purple cabbage, julienne pickled beets, fresh sprigs of cilantro, drizzled with our house vinaigrette and extra virgin olive oil. Add grilled chicken breast or roasted thigh, $3.00. Add sauteed prawns, scallops, or fish, $4.00.
15. Black Beans & Rice, $5.50 – A bowl full of fluffy jasmine rice smothered in our critically acclaimed vegetarian black beans.
16. Rice Bean Salad, $8.25 – Paseo greens served with jasmine rice & a healthy portion of black beans.

Entrees

Served all day with the following Paseo greens drizzled with our house vinaigrette and extra virgin olive oil. Accompanied with jasmine rice and our critically acclaimed vegetarian black beans.

17. Half-Chicken Dinner, $12.50 – By far the best deal on the island for quality and quantity. A huge half chicken encrusted with exotic spices, flash grilled sealing all the juices, finished off in the oven and then by you.
18. Caribbean Roast dinner, $12.50 – Hefty morsels of succulent roasted pork shoulder dripping in Paseo marinade waiting to tantalize all 9000 of your taste buds.
19. Smokin’ Thighs Dinner, $12.50 – Two bone-in juicy thighs bathed in Paseo marinade flashed grilled giving them an enticing smokey flavor then patiently roasted ’til flawless. Can you hear the “thigh” of satisfaction?
20. Grilled Chicken Breast, $13.00 – Six-ounce of boneless, skinless, all white goodness, grilled over lava rocks with a caramelized coating of Paseo marinade embracing all its natural juices.
21. Paseo Pork Loin, $13.00 – Cuban pork loin grilled over an open flame, brushed with Paseo marinade and greatness.
22. Caribbean Scallops, $13.00 – Savory sea scallops pan seared in extra virgin olive oil, garlic tapenade and gently tossed in our reveled red sauce. Available with cilantro. (optional spice 1-5 stars).
23. Fish in Red Sauce, $13.00 – Delicate slices of fish fillet sauteed in extra virgin olive oil, garlic tapenade and swimming in our reveled red sauce. Available with cilantro. (optional spice 1-5 stars).
24. Paseo Prawns, $13.00 – Six peeled and deveined black tiger prawns, sauteed in extra virgin olive oil, garlic tapenade and simmered in our vibrant red sauce. Available with cilantro. (optional spice 1-5 stars).
25. Tofu Con Gusto, $12.50 – Stout slices of extra firm organic tofu, sauteed in extra virgin olive oil, garlic tapenade and ladled with our reveled red sauce. Available with cilantro. (optional spice 1-5 stars).

Sides

Grilled Chicken Breast with Rice, $5.75
Paseo Pork Loin with Rice, $5.75
Two Chicken Thighs with Rice, $5.25
Half Chicken with Rice, 5.75
Caribbean Roast Pork with Rice, $5.50
Prawns in Red Sauce over Rice, $6.25
Scallops in Red Sauce over Rice, $6.25
Fish in Red Sauce over Rice, $6.25
Tofu in Red Sauce over Rice, $5.75
Twelve-Ounce Black Beans, $4.25
Six-Ounce Black Beans, $3.00
Twelve-Ounce Jasmine Rice, $2.50
Six-Ounce Jasmine Rice, $1.50
Caramelized Onions, $1.00
Tortilla Chips, $1.25
Jalapenos, $0.50

Beverages
Can Soda or Water, $1.25
Specialty Soda, $1.95

Old Town Mexican Cafe

David Dlugitch — Thu, 09 May 2013 12:56:27 +0000

Satisfying Mexican food, overlooking Duval Street.

Old Town Mexican Cafe on Duval Street serves traditional mexican cuisine in a casual setting.

Authentic Mexican cuisine from award winning chef Gail Brockway all at affordable prices.

Menu also has vegetarian options.

Outdoor covered dining deck as well as indoor seating.

Location: 609 Duval Street.

Cuban Coffee Queen (formerly Lobos)

David Dlugitch — Wed, 08 May 2013 16:48:22 +0000

Casual eatery is popular with locals, and located just off Duval Street.

Tucked off Southard Street in a little outdoor plaza, Cuban Coffee Queen is a good choice for a casual lunch and coffee.

Often we are asked “Where can I get something the locals eat for lunch?” Our reply is often Cuban Coffee Queen – good for a casual, healthy, and easy breakfast or lunch just off Duval Street.

Huge pressed sandwiches, a Key West favorite, and abundant fresh salads are served up at this little, hidden-away eatery.

Fresh ingredients and the secluded quiet keep the locals coming back again and again. Vegetarian options available.

Cuban Coffee Queen roasts their own coffee beans. Make sure to sample their fine brew!

Outdoors seating only.

Phone: 305-294-7787 (delivery also available)

Location: 5 Key Lime Square (enter on Southard Street, a half-block up from Duval Street)

Hours: 7am – 8pm, every day

Cuban Coffee Queen Menu

Breakfast

Add tomato, onion, banana peppers, or jalapenos for $.50

Key Wester – two eggs, American cheese, choice of ham, bacon, sausage, chorizo or pork roll on pressed Cuban bread 7.00
Cuban Breakfast Burrito – Three eggs, American cheese, choice of ham, bacon, sausage, chorizo, turkey or pork roll, rice and beans in a plain or wheat tortilla 8.50
Main Lander – three eggs, American cheese, choice of ham, bacon, sausage, chorizoor pork roll on an Amoroso hoagie roll 7.50
Egg and Cheese – two eggs and American cheese on pressed Cuban bread or on an Amoroso hoagie roll vegetarian 6.50
Sunrise Special – half of Key Wester sandwich and 12oz. cafe con leche 5.50
Cheese Toast – American cheese on pressed Cuban bread or on an Amoroso hoagie roll vegetarian 3.50 (add ham, bacon, sausage or chorizo 1.50)
Pan Cubano – butter on pressed Cuban bread 2.00
Cuban Bagel – Cream cheese on pressed Cuban bread covered in honey and sesame seeds 5.00
Cuban Bread with Guava – Guava and Cream cheese on pressed Cuban bread 5.00
Croissant – Strawberry and cheese or chocolate croissant 3.75

Lunch

All Cuban Favorites & Sandwiches served with your choice of Plantain chips or fresh fruit of the day.

Havana Rice & Beans – rice and black beans with choice of homemade, fresh roasted Mojo pork, homemade Havana beef or vegetarian eggs 8.50
Jose Marti – fresh roasted Mojo pork, provolone, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and horseradish mayo on pressed Cuban bread 8.00
Cuban Mix – fresh roasted Mojo pork, ham, Swiss cheese, sliced pickles with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomatoes and onions on pressed Cuban bread 8.50
Cuban Queen Mix – fresh roasted Mojo pork, ham, roasted turkey breast, American cheese and bacon with mayo, mustard, lettuce, tomatoes and onions on pressed Cuban bread 8.95
Caliente Cuban Mix – fresh roasted Mojo pork, ham, pepper jack cheese, with horseradish mayo, jalapenos, lettuce, tomatoes and onions on pressed Cuban bread 8.50
The Shipwreck Sandwich – chorizo, roasted green peppers and onions, pepper jack cheese, jalapenos, cilantro chimichurri sauce, lettuce and tomato on pressed Cuban bread 8.00
Steak Sandwich – Steak, roasted red peppers and onions, pepper jack cheese with horseradish mayo on pressed Cuban bread 8.95
Tuna Melt – house made tuna salad with Swiss cheese and tomato on whole wheat bread 7.50
Hot Roast Beef with Cheese – homemade Havana beef with provolone and horseradish mayo on Cuban bread or an Amoroso hoagie roll 8.00
Turkey Club – roasted turkey breast, bacon, cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomatoes and onions on Cuban bread or whole wheat bread 8.50
Key West Chicken Salad – chicken breast, mangoes, mayo, lettuce, tomato and onions on Cuban bread, whole wheat bread or an Amoroso hoagie roll 8.00
BLT – bacon, lettuce, tomatoes and mayo on pressed Cuban bread 7.50
Veggie Hummus – hummus, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions and banana peppers on Cuban bread or an Amoroso hoagie roll vegetarian 7.50
Grilled Cheese vegetarian – American cheese with tomato on whole wheat bread 5.50
Ham & Cheese – with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, mustard and mayo on pressed Cuban bread 7.50
Turkey & Cheese – with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, mustard and mayo on pressed Cuban bread 7.50
Black Bean Veggie Burger vegetarian topped with spring mix, tomato, onion and banana pepper aioli on an Amoroso kaiser roll 7.25
Famous Black Bean & Rice – 8oz cup of Cuban Coffee Queen Famous black beans and rice with an order of a sandwich 1.45

Salads

Queens Delight – ham, roasted turkey breast, Swiss cheese and an egg over spring mix with tomatoes and onions and your choice of dressings, Italian, honey mustard or ranch 8.50
Cuban Caesar Salad 7.00 (add hummus, chicken salad or tuna salad 2.00)
House – spring mix with tomatoes and onions and your choice of dressings, Italian, honey mustard or ranch 6.00 (add hummus, chicken salad or tuna salad 2.00)

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Date and Thyme (formerly Help Yourself)

Food Menu

An impressive organic cafe, juice bar, and market.

Help Yourself Menu

The Cafe

Food Menu

Key West’s best vegetarian restaurant pleases all.

The Cafe Menu

Ocean Grill & Bar (formerly Square One)

Food Menu

One of Key West’s most consistent restaurants for gourmet dining in a well-run restaurant.

Ocean Gill & Bar Dinner Menu

Ocean Gill & Bar Breakfast & Brunch Menus

Camille’s Restaurant

Food Menu

Consistent, inventive, and homemade – always satisfying

Camille’s Restaurant Menu

Blue Heaven

Food Menu

Consistently one of the most delicious and funky restaurants in Key West

Willie-T’s

Food Menu

Serving casual lunch, & dinner on Duval Street, with seafood, meat, and vegetarian options

Willie T’s Bar & Restaurant Menus

Bien (formerly Paseo)

Food Menu

New take-out restaurant has blown us away with their tasty sandwiches.

Paseo Menu

Old Town Mexican Cafe

Food Menu

Satisfying Mexican food, overlooking Duval Street.

Cuban Coffee Queen (formerly Lobos)

Food Menu

Casual eatery is popular with locals, and located just off Duval Street.

Cuban Coffee Queen Menu