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Spanish Gardens

MM 80 Overseas Highway, MM 81, Islamorada, FL 33036
(305) 664-3999
Ranked #2 of 51 restaurants in Islamorada
4.5 of 5 stars 68 Reviews
Price range: INR844 - INR1,970
Cuisines: Spanish
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Dessert
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Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Dessert
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Glasgow
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Excellent quality, tasty uncomplicated food. Good wine. Would definitely return. More

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Cleveland, Ohio
Senior Contributor
39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

We have been here a few times and have always had a superb meal. The place is nice and clean, the ingredients are super fresh and perfectly prepared. Great selection of tapas, classic entrees and Spanish wines. Super friendly owner will make you feel very welcome. Gift shop. A bit expensive, just like everything in the Keys, but well worth... More

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Rome,Georgia
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58 reviews 58 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

good salad; shrimp was tough. not worth the money to husband and me. More

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Maryland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

We ate here on the last night of a month long stay in Islamorada in 2011 and were impressed with the menu. In March of 2012 we sampled Spanish Gardens three more times and were never disappointed. The mediterranean salad was our favorite starter followed by the tapas, that are made to be shared. Finish with a cappuccino and you'll... More

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New York City, New York
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012
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We originally chose this restaurant since it received great reviews and price range listed was between $10-$15. The food was great - but it was definitely more expensive than $10-$15 per plate. We ordered the tapas - and they are big portions - so order a few different plates for everyone to share - we didn't try the main dishes.... More

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Oberlin, Ohio
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We had two tapas (which are essentially appetizers), a salad for two, pellegrino, and shared a flan for dessert and our bill was $77.00. Based on the Tripadvisor price range of $10-15, we thought we'd have a reasonably priced meal. Not so. The food was good but not worth the cost. Had we wanted to pay those prices, we would... More

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Key Largo, Florida
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

Incredible eating; great tastes; lovely atmosphere. This restaurant should not be missed when visiting the Florida Keys. More

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New York City
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

It's a lovely little restaurant. Good for a little romance. Stick to the tapas. They are plentiful and a great value. More

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annapolis, md
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

Wonderful menu; unpretentious but cute interior; best of all: the food was fantastic in this family run establishment. A great find! More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Tired of piles of fried food? Want to eat lunch and still feel comfortable walking around in your bikini? Try the delicious and inventive salads at Spanish Gardens. They're filling and amazing. More

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