The Water Street Tavern Key West Patio

The restaurant wasn't very busy, and the indoor seating was closed, but that's how things are these days. We dined outside in the summer heat, but fortunately, there was a nice breeze. The crab cake was excellent, and the bartender did his best to take care of us.

We ordered the crab dive and the BBQ brisket sandwich. The crab dive was one of the best I've ever had. The fries were good, and the coleslaw was average. The brisket was very tender, and the rolls were also quite delicious.

I absolutely loved this historic tavern and bartender Tim. I had the wings, and they were delicious! The portion size was very generous; I could only finish half of them. Plus, Betty Boop greets you at the door! What a fantastic find!

I give the place 4 stars for atmosphere, service, prices, but my sandwich was best 3. I will be the hit in that I don't notice enough attention to the menu, it said crumb dive and not crumb meat on the chesapeake chicken sandwich. the chicken breast itself was dry and I could not taste the crab at all; only the cheese. the fries were hot and tasty, that was quite redeeming. I visited the tavern the next day again because it was next to my hotel and this time got the smothered chicken sandwich and it was a home run! I would not recommend the $35 crab cake platter, which is a single 4-6oz crabcake, small salat, 1/4 cups sponge and pommes. bier is kold!

Such a fun location, we visited recently for a private party and rented out the entire upstairs for the evening. The staff had set up several shareable appetizers including nachos, chicken wings, veggie trays, Mac&Cheese, and pasta salad. The open bar bartenders were so fast and made excellent drinks. We’d have an event here again!