Well the journey continues on in the Southernmost city of Key West, and as promised, we'll talk about our favorite lunch and happy hour spots. One of our favorites is Camille's which is on Simonton street in the 800 block. It's just a little bit off the beaten path but a great local favorite. By the way, Duval and Simonton run parallel to one another and the Gulf of Mexico starts the 100 block. That being said, Camille's being in the 800 block would mean it's 8 blocks from the Gulf. Anyway, the chicken salad sandwich is a Fish On favorite and Camille's always have the best and most original homemade soup of the day.
Move on down to the Gulf and you have many choices for lunch in Key West right on the water. Alonzo's oyster bar is another favorite. Try the open faced dolphin BLT with sun dried tomato pesto and homemade chips. Just a few steps around the Key West Bight and also on the water is Turtle Kraals where you can get great peel and eat shrimp or mangoe crab cakes amongst other tasty treats. They also have a tower bar that has a wonderful view of the Bight and is only opened during happy hour. We recommend one of the beers on special along with the spicy jalapeno poppers.
If you go for an early lunch at either Alonzo's or Turtle Kraals, we suggest jumping on a nearby catamaran and going for an afternoon snorkel trip. It's the perfect way to relax after a meal in Key West.
Catamarans are also great for happy hour. There are several catamarans and tall sailing ships that provide happy hour on the water with a great view of the sunset. Combining happy hour with a sunset sail is a great way to get the most for your money, something we at Fish On always encourage.
If you are really up for an adventure, take a taxi over to Hurricane Hole Marina on Stock Island. It's the first island just east of Key West and it won't take you more than five to seven minutes to get there from any where in Key West. It is a real locals favorite for happy hour. Oh, I might mention that you should be a pet lover as everyone brings their dogs to happy hour at Hurricane Hole too. Drinks are two for one and if you have a sense of humor, take a minute to read the Hurricane hole drinking rules posted on the piling.
Move on down to the Gulf and you have many choices for lunch in Key West right on the water. Alonzo's oyster bar is another favorite. Try the open faced dolphin BLT with sun dried tomato pesto and homemade chips. Just a few steps around the Key West Bight and also on the water is Turtle Kraals where you can get great peel and eat shrimp or mangoe crab cakes amongst other tasty treats. They also have a tower bar that has a wonderful view of the Bight and is only opened during happy hour. We recommend one of the beers on special along with the spicy jalapeno poppers.
If you go for an early lunch at either Alonzo's or Turtle Kraals, we suggest jumping on a nearby catamaran and going for an afternoon snorkel trip. It's the perfect way to relax after a meal in Key West.
Catamarans are also great for happy hour. There are several catamarans and tall sailing ships that provide happy hour on the water with a great view of the sunset. Combining happy hour with a sunset sail is a great way to get the most for your money, something we at Fish On always encourage.
If you are really up for an adventure, take a taxi over to Hurricane Hole Marina on Stock Island. It's the first island just east of Key West and it won't take you more than five to seven minutes to get there from any where in Key West. It is a real locals favorite for happy hour. Oh, I might mention that you should be a pet lover as everyone brings their dogs to happy hour at Hurricane Hole too. Drinks are two for one and if you have a sense of humor, take a minute to read the Hurricane hole drinking rules posted on the piling.
Now, here's where the adventure comes in (and we can make arrangements for you for any of these adventures on the water so no need to get out your pen). Just finish your drink, grab your camera, and head on over to one of the local boats for a full speed ride across the Gulf. They'll take their time in a few spots to let you take photos and have a chance to spot a stingray or barracuda, but then hold on, these boats cruise up to 55 miles per hour!
Stay tuned, we'll finish the Fish On Style posts next time with our favorite places for dinner!
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