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El Meson de Pepe Restaurant & Bar

Cuban Restaurant and Caribbean Restaurant$$$$

Key West

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8.3^/10

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Ranked #3 for cocktails in Key West
"Cuban Steak with Safran rice and plantain was the best!!"(3 Tips)
"Great food, stay away for the Mojito, rest of the menu awesome"(17 Tips)
"pork dinner with the black bean soup"(3 Tips)
"... Vieja was phenomenal. Fried plantains, bread (and red sauce), and mango daiquiri..."(3 Tips)

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Laura BosJanuary 11, 2017
This place is very touristy but it's still worth going! Amazing outside area with great atmosphere. Margaritas were good, food as well! We went right after sunset, it became very busy quickly after!
Yadira TaylorJune 26, 2017
Tres Leche is amazing!! Food is fantastic... great place to eat!! A must if your in the area!
JimmyGotUpsNovember 10, 2014
The outdoor bar is a perfect place to park after the nightly sunset celebration. Live music is always pretty good too. One of my favorite spots on the island.
Marlou PeijsMay 3, 2018
Wauw really felt as if I was in Cuba. Super tasty food and great service! Cuban Steak with Safran rice and plantain was the best!!
Matt CasonJune 4, 2013
Best cuban we have ever had. The cheese and chorize app was awesome, Wife and I split a sampler platter and loved everything on it. I try Ropa Vieja anytime I see it and theirs was great.
evaOctober 20, 2016
El Cayo Hueso Cuban sandwich and the Lechón sandwiches are delicious. Note they are huge. Definitely can split with someone. Black beans are fab too!
RobinJune 28, 2012
This is the most original restaurant I've been to in a long time! The food AND service were amazing! Cuban nachos were actually thin sliced fried plantains! Mango bread pudding! Really? To die for!
AwayIsHomeNovember 15, 2013
Get the sampler if you can't make up your mind what to order. Perfect portions of favorite flavors. Save room for Pudin de Guava.
MagsDecember 31, 2012
We had pulled pork with yellow rice and both yuca and plantines.Highly recomend.Juicy pork and both plantines and yuca were very tasty.like the decor and staff is very friendly and helpful.
Jessica LearMay 22, 2016
Drinks, food, atmosphere all AMAZING!! I was dancing in my seat all throughout dinner. Go for the most traditional foods on the menu - they won't disappoint!
Frau S.January 14, 2017
Nice cuban restaurant...a bit expensive but the food is really worth it! Friendly service!
Donna JargstorfDecember 15, 2013
We stopped in for lunch and enjoyed a Cuban sandwich, black bean soup, yellow rice & a delicious mojito before heading home. Everything was perfect!
Charlie305 SouthBeachHookUpJanuary 16, 2012
Grab a drink while watching the sunset celebration at Mallory Square. Mojito is serious. Champagne splits too. Haven't tried the foid
Alexandra AlvesJune 17, 2013
Try Pollo al Ajillo with black beans and white rice if you miss brazilian food. Great place! Souvenir shop has a lot of nice stuff to bring back home.
Kayla KlockMarch 4, 2019
Get the sample platter so you can get a little taste of everything. Was not disappointed!
Melissa Michaud NishanOctober 6, 2018
Loved the food, live music was fabulous, and our waiter was friendly and accommodating!
Serena JaeOctober 4, 2013
This place is amazing. The Ropa Vieja was phenomenal. Fried plantains, bread (and red sauce), and mango daiquiri were delicious as well!
Karen DavisOctober 6, 2013
First for me eating Cuban food. Great good and good service . Seafood special was really good. Husband got #80 and was very pleased !!
Ashley MarieMay 26, 2016
Traditional Cuban pulled pork dinner with the black bean soup and yellow rice is a touch of heaven in your mouth.
Mazin HakeemDecember 29, 2018
The food is decent and not mind blowing and is on the pricey side for Cuban food, but everything in Key West is expensive. The environment and the decoration are the best part.
Nikki HaleyJune 20, 2012
Awesome food. My kid's steak was the best steak i've had in a long time! They also have bathrooms to use if you're hanging out at Mallory Square and you need to go!
Tyler PiercefieldFebruary 23, 2016
Amazing Cuban cuisine with a wonderful, laid back atmosphere. The service was great too!
JonathanJuly 5, 2012
Definitely get the Tapas (Appetizer) #9 with the fried cheese squares and plantain chips!!! The plate is a dietitians nightmare but it's sooo good!
Mukta ChauhanDecember 25, 2019
Absolutely delicious Cuban food with live music and dancing right in Mallory Plaza.
BrennaJuly 25, 2016
Overly "touristy" and not much to eat for vegetarians (unless you want a boring salad or nachos--neither are very good, unfortunately). That being said, have a drink. The caipirinha was delicious.
AshleyNovember 28, 2021
Sangria, plantains and guac, bread given to table, and picadillo habanero!
Cristina TalaveraMarch 28, 2013
Outside seating is good on a sunny day. Mojito too strong for my taste but the churrasco was to die for. :)
Lauren BrackenMay 16, 2012
Make sure you make it for the live music!! The duet is so good, you won't want to leave after dinner
Alec RomeuJune 19, 2011
If your in Key West & in need of some GREAT Cuban food do yourself a FAV & head over to El Meson de Pepe. Great food & Amazing service.
Rafael RappDecember 21, 2018
Try the combined Cuban plates
James BrownJuly 18, 2014
The Mojo Pork is fantastic. Also try a side order of Tostones.
geeNovember 10, 2015
Most expensive mojito on the island, but they are the strongest!
Jose NaninFebruary 4, 2016
Mojitos, vaca frita, yuca... All delicious!
The DurbsMarch 15, 2011
Don't miss this place! I had the Cuban steak sandwich, phenomenal! You can't go wrong here. FYI They add 18% gratuity automatically.
Talene ShuckJune 18, 2023
Ask for Jose!!! He loves his job, always has a smile on his face, and treats you like family.
K HJune 10, 2014
Amazing bread and cuban crackers! Also the sangria is great
Simon SteadmanApril 12, 2017
Good spot, nice portions, ambiance- recommended.
Lissa KSeptember 30, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Have a very good Grand Margarita, listen to salsa music, and watch the sunset. Priceless.
Lisa JohnsonMay 17, 2013
Great atmosphere. Not busy right before sunset. Band playing outdoors.
Maria RosangelicaAugust 31, 2013
The churrasco was amazing!!!! Definitely something I'd recommend :)
Rebecca DixonAugust 14, 2014
Mojitos... appetizers.... but mostly a great bar to hang out at.
Yves KammererAugust 11, 2013
Try the home-made mojito, more than just a shot of rhum in it !
Aaron ScottApril 28, 2013
Best food I've had on the Island. The skirt steak #63 is amazing.
Jessica Irizarry RamosJanuary 2, 2016
The combination platter #80 was amazing!
Riku ÖsterlundApril 3, 2012
What a great food! And strong mojitos. Absolutely worth to visit.
Susie SteinerAugust 22, 2013
Food is AMAZING!!!! But please update your website. Needs hours and proper map.
Lisa JohnsonMay 17, 2013
#9 appetizer (cheese and chorizo) was incredible.
AshleyNovember 28, 2021
Picadillo habanero and plantains and guac!
dawn brickerApril 30, 2011
The hostess will tel you they do not accept reservations. But if you email them a few days ahead. Management will handle it for you. Just go online to website.
MISSLISAMarch 25, 2012
The warm flat bread with two dipping sauces hot and garlic is good you will want extra

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