![]() I’ve never been disappointed at Blue Heaven. ![]() They do some unique sauces that highlight the main dish not overwhelm it. You can select anything from surf and turf to yellowtail snapper to steak. It’s uncanny really.īack to the menu… It surprises you when you see the previously mentioned “ambiance” and then you look at your entrée choices. They’re extremely friendly and they know their food and can direct you to items that will be just what is right for you. The wait staff will have everyone’s name at the table before all the orders are made and I don’t believe I’ve seen many of them carry paper and pen. I’m meant to understand that people vie for the opportunity to serve tables at Blue Heaven, but you better be good. The description of the environment alone could stand as the soul lure that draws in the clientele, but then you get the menu. You could well be in the Key West of the 1920’s if left to your imagination. ![]() Is its popularity based on anything concrete, or is it just a façade? You will definitely find your surroundings on the interesting side with meals served at tables outdoors on a dirt floor, plenty of chickens and roosters are roaming the property, cats sleeping on fences, chairs, rooftops and on the bar and a parachute slung over the trees acting as a sun blocker. I’ve heard it called “My Blue Heaven,” “Heavenly Blue,” “the place with the roosters and cats” and numerous other configurations, but everyone seems to know about it. I would guess it’s probably the most popular restaurant on the island if for no other reason then the shear numbers of people who inquire about it. There’s a quaint and special place to eat in Key West that locals and visitors alike just seem to rave about. Walk, ride your bike or scooter, or take a pedicab or taxi. Reservations: Reservations accepted for large parties only. (Vermont white cheddar with sliced tomato.Note: Blue Heaven closes each year for 6 weeks in Sept/Oct (Shaped here, with lettuce, onion, tomato and mayonnaise) (Plate with brown rice, black beans, vegetable, corn bread and sauce du jour) (Sandwich with freshly made tartar sauce on bakery fresh bun) Topped with Vermont white cheddar cheese) (Sautéed Key West pink shrimp served on a bakery fresh bun (Comes with brown rice, black beans, vegetables and corn bread) Served on a bakery fresh bun with lettuce and tomato) (Strips of boneless breast tenderized in a 12-herb marinade, – Top with jerk chicken strips, skillet seared fish, shrimp – Pecorino Romano cheese and Caesar dressing) (Greens tossed in orange vinaigrette with tomatoes, red onions,įeta cheese and Kalamata Olives (with pits)) Herbs and cheese on flour tortilla topped with sour cream and salsa With toast, homemade pancakes or Betty’s Banana Bread Two eggs, any style, and grits or seasoned potatoes, With Vermont white cheddar cheese, scallions OMELETTES SERVED WITH BLUE HEAVEN BAKERY TOASTįive sautéed Key West shrimp served over grits Made with apple juice, strawberries and bananas – served with poached eggs, english muffin with lime Hollandaise –Īvailable with milk, soy milk, fruit, and organic low-fat vanilla yogurt No reservations accepted (except for very large groups). Live music is gently offered by local musicians as diners enjoy the breezes caught in the shade sails. The food is outstanding, the atmosphere funky and lively, and the experience should be memorable. By nightfall, they have moved to the trees to roost for the night while the cats come out to play. Located in the Bahamian neighborhood (Bahama Village), this restaurant is an absolute favorite with locals and visitors serving fine American cuisine.ĭuring the day a few chicken and roosters roam the outdoor dining garden. The building once housed a bordello and later Hemingway refereed boxing matches there. Like everything in Key West, it’s got some history. The islands most quintessentially “Key West” restaurant has to be Blue Heaven. ![]() ![]() Consistently one of the most delicious and funky restaurants in Key West Blue Heaven – breakfast with the roosters, dinner under the stars. ![]()
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