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A warm, inviting dining room with colorful local art adorning the walls. Small, sleek bar serving fine wine and beer. Tropical veranda seating for a lovely dinner or Sunday brunch. Fresh Local fish and seafood, Prime steak, attentive, friendly service.
Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music
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We’re so happy we chose Chef Michael’s for dinner on our final night at Cheeca Lodge! It’s an easy walk from the resort and so worth it! Between the three of us, we had steak, lamb chops and a fish dish that was to die...More
Date of visit: August 2018
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My boyfriend and i decided to have dinner one night at chef michael's upon arrival the gentleman that was at the door was very polite and friendly. The atmosphere was just perfect. Even though we were a little on our reservation, they still treated us...More
Date of visit: August 2018
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excellent white tablecloth restaurant!
wonderful food and service, best place if you are staying in key largo or neighboring island. a must go to restaurant.
Date of visit: August 2018
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After three years we had to return. Do not leave Islamorada before eating here. The food is perfect and service is the best. Worth every penny!
Date of visit: August 2018
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Staff is so nice. Service is great. Food is delicious. The fish options are all so good.
I recommend the cheesecake.
Date of visit: August 2018
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Everything we ordered were absolutely delicious. We fully recommend Chef Michael's Restaurant.
If you are looking for a fine and delicious place to have an unforgettable lunch or dinner this is the place.
Date of visit: August 2018
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Where do I begin. You are greeted upon entering and the service is excellent. Wow...way to start a meal. The food is as good as It gets in the Keys. Everything we had was very good...but the whole fresh hog snapper was special. Reservations are...More
Date of visit: August 2018
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Absolutely. This place is awesome. From appetizers to the whole fried hog fish to the great wine list. Make sure to make a reservation!! Love it!!
Date of visit: August 2018
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We had dinner at Chef Michael's to celebrate our 25th Anniversary. They even brought us celebratory champagne! The food was outstanding. For apps we had the conch fritters and lobster tempura. I liked them both but the fritters get the nod because the sauce for...More
Date of visit: July 2018
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Had dinner at the bar with some friends in late July. The service was very good and menu was unique and different.
You going to spend $100.00 bucks a head for a dining experience, but you'll walk away feeling it was worth it.
Date of visit: July 2018
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Great food. I tried the grouper 3 ways and they all were very good. Not sure If I liked the Cajun Ponchartrain style or Adriatic style better because they were both so good. Maaaaybe Adriatic? The nut covered version was still good but I wouldn't...More
Date of visit: June 2018
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Our friends told us about this restaurant and we are glad we listened. We were visiting the Keys from Australia and wish we had dinner here earlier so we could have gone twice!! The seafood selection was exceptional, all fresh and seasonal. EVERYTHING we ate...More
Date of visit: July 2018
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Everyone at Chef Michael's is attentive, friendly and helpful! the food is oustanding and the prices are great. This is a fine estabilishment and a must for anyone visiting Islamorada!! Wonderful place.
Date of visit: July 2018
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Chef Michael's was recommended for fine dining birthday dinner. It 2as a perfect suggestion. The food was amazing! Everyone loved their meal. Two people had Hog fish & each one had a different sauce. Two of us shared the 10 ounce Filet which was cooked...More
Date of visit: July 2018
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The quality of food here is fantastic. We try to eat here 12 times per year.
Best bread in Florida too
Date of visit: July 2018
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