Red Shoe Island Bistro

January 21, 2026

This was a great meal. Our server John was awesome and really made the experience even better. Every dish we ordered was delicious. The pork belly had perfect texture and the grilled Caesar salad was outstanding with a great balance of cheese citrus and anchovy. I had the grouper topped with a sherry bisque style sauce and it was excellent. My wife ordered the beef stroganoff which might seem unexpected for down here but it was absolutely perfect. We had to try the key lime pie and John said it was the best in the city which is a bold claim but it ended up being one of the best desserts I have ever had. The vibes were great too with fun decor David Bowie art on the walls and a solid playlist. There is a lot of good food down here but this place really stood out.

December 25, 2025

A wonderful atmosphere and very helpful, warm, and welcoming service. The ambiance turned out to be perfect for a Christmas Eve dinner—very romantic. The dishes were exquisite; for seafood lovers, this is a perfect place. I especially recommend the shrimp and mango toast and the Caprese salad. It’s definitely worth coming back to try the rest of the menu. The flavors of the dishes truly delighted me!!!

December 12, 2025

Susie and Sebastian made our night here at the Red Shoe. Such amazing and attentive service. We ordered their signature dishes, Beef Stroganoff and the Yellowtail Snapper along with the shrimp toast. All were absolutely amazing. I have learned a new love for dill at this restaurant. We also for desert got the Key Lime pie. When in Rome. The pie was also to die for. Not too tart or sweet and the crust was so yummy. So with that said, we are returning before we leave Key West. No pictures this time because we couldn't wait to taste everything. However, we will take pictures on our next visit. Thanking everyone at the Red Shoe for an amazing night.

November 8, 2025

Wow, this place is amazing! Everyone was lined up on the sidewalk waiting for the restaurant to open. The owner came out and recognized anniversaries, birthdays and those folks were seated first, which was very cool! The baked Key west shrimp stuffed with lobster appetizer was delicious, the Caesar salad was good with an original plating. The beef stroganoff was great, we were told it is an old polish recipe from the original owner. The catch of the day was wahoo, it was blackened and came with blackened shrimp, the sauce and salsa were full of flavor. We finished our meal with their homemade key lime pie, it was the best I’ve ever had. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive. This was our best meal on the island. Make reservations, they fill up fast.

December 20, 2025

Review for The Red Shoe Bistro The Red Shoe Bistro was hands down the best meal we had in Key West. Every dish was bursting with freshness and clearly prepared with care and intention. The food was memorable in a way that stayed with us long after the meal ended. What really sets this place apart is the atmosphere. The vibe is warm, welcoming, and effortlessly social. The staff encourages interaction in a way that feels natural, not forced, and we found ourselves chatting with both the team and other diners, which added to the experience rather than distracting from it. The decor is creative and full of personality. Everywhere you look there is something interesting or unexpected, including an LP spinning tunes in the bathroom, which perfectly captures the restaurant’s playful, thoughtful charm. As a surprise bonus, we learned that John, the owner, is a fellow Ridley High alumn, which made an already great experience feel even more personal. Exceptional food, genuine hospitality, and a place that clearly loves what it does.