Red Shoe Island Bistro

5.0

1309 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Jan 13, 2025

7:00 PM

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Key West seafood restaurant in the heart of old town on Petronia. The menu is kept small so that everything is nice and fresh for you. Yellowtail snapper, fish of the day, Key West pink shrimp, and seafood medley highlight the menu.
Deviled Eggs topped with Scallops, Shrimp Mango Toast and Crispy Pork Belly Croustinis tantalize the pallet. Beef stroganoff made with certified black angus beef is a favorite.

Relaxing, unpretentious, and romantic.
Seating is very limited.
24 Hour Cancellation window.
For the consideration of our guests, we do not accept parties over the size of six (6).
We offer a 6 pm and an 8 pm seating.
BEER AND WINE AVAILABLE.
No Children's menu available.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, European
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(305) 509-7271
Website
http://www.redshoeislandbistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
411 Petronia St, Key West, FL 33040
Neighborhood
Key West
Parking details
Street parking available as well.
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Deviled Eggs with Scallops$19.00
Traditional deviled egg halves topped with seared scallops and our signature lobster sauce.
Lobster Roll Profiteroles$24.00
Classic lobster roll filling served inside delicate house made profiteroles.
Shrimp Mango Toast$19.00
Key West shrimp in a fresh garlic, scallion and caper aioli with fresh parsley, and a touch of red chili all atop crispy toasted mango bread.
Crispy Pork Belly Crostinis$24.00
With a ginger and sesame coleslaw and an avocado with lemon sauce.
Baked Key West Shrimp with Lobster$22.00
Key West shrimp with a Maine lobster stuffing served with a key lime, tamarind and honey sauce.

Salads

Caesar Salad$14.00
Grilled romaine hearts, seasoned croutons, and parmesan crisp drizzled with our very own caesar dressing of olive oil, garlic, parmesan, and a touch of anchovy.
Classic Caprese$14.00
Fresh ripe tomatoes, burrata mozzarella, fresh tender basil, extra virgin Arrezzio olive oil, and balsamic dressing.
Pear and Blueberry Goat Cheese$14.00
With fresh watercress and toasted walnuts. Served with our homemade raspberry vinaigrette.

Entrees

Seared Scallops GF$38.00
Wild caught cold water scallops with a key lime ginger sauce with roasted walnuts. Served with a baked ricotta and feta spinach torte with pine nuts.
Stuffed Poblano Pepper$36.00
With Key West Pink Shrimp and Grits, cheddar cheese, dried capers, spinach and our boursin cheese sauce.
Beef Stroganoff$38.00
Certified black Angus skirt steak in a reduction sauce with a touch of sour cream with baby portabello mushrooms over fresh pasta.
Yellowtail Snapper GF$36.00
Sauteed tender filet with a lemon and parsley sauce, risotto topped with parmesan, and sauteed asparagus. Our signature dish.
Fish of the Day with Grilled Key West Pink Shrimp GF$38.00
Sauteed filet topped with our delightful sherry lobster sauce and Key West pink shrimp with roasted broccoli and our special carrot purée! Our fish and shrimp are fresh from the docks of Stock Island.
Smoked Bacon Wrapped Chicken GF$38.00
Juicy Chicken Breast wrapped in bacon, stuffed with Boursin Cheese and topped with our Mandarin, Red Pepper & Rosemary sauce; served with our Amazing Arepa and Broccolini.
Key West Pink Shrimp in Red Chili Pepper Sauce GF$34.00
Sauteed with fresh red chili pepper sauce and fresh basil. Sweet and spicy for those who like things hot. Served on a bed of delicious risotto.
Seafood Medley$38.00
Fresh pasta, scallops, Prince Edward Island mussels, and Key West Pink shrimp. Served with a tomato, shallot, and our boursin sauce.

What 1,309 people are saying

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5.0

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4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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Review summary

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Red Shoe Island Bistro in Key West is a must-visit dining destination celebrated for its "amazing" food and "attentive" service. Guests rave about the creative dishes, especially the "best Key Lime pie." The cozy ambiance, friendly staff, and unique David Bowie-themed decor make it a standout choice for a memorable meal.

1,309 Reviews

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David
VIP
Western NC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food. Mango shrimp on toast was outstanding. Table had a variety of main courses and were all enjoyed. Beef stroganoff and yellow fin snapper were the big hits. Found a very good wine at a reasonable price. Unusual for Key West. I highly recommend this restaurant.
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Paul
VIP
San Diego
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great and staff was friendly and very professional love it
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Kellie
Tampa
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely recommend!! Simon was phenomenal and each of our meals unforgettable. Nice wine selection and the food was delicious… after celebrating our birthday, we only wished we had known of this restaurant before! We will definitely be back…
Red Shoe Island BistroResponded 1 day ago
Thank for you for spending such a special night with us, Kellie! A special thank you for the "shout out" to Simon! We truly appreciate your kindness and we look forward to seeing you again, next time! Cheers to many, many more birthdays!
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Patti
VIP
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
John and team create a warm and inviting environment and deliver wonderful dishes. Just a magnificent dining experience.
Red Shoe Island BistroResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for your sweet review, Patti! See you next time! Cheers to a happy and healthy 2025!
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Susan
VIP
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I ordered a grilled Caesar salad that was not charred. The poblano pepper stuffed with shrimp and grits tasted good, but the shrimp had the tails still on which was messy and a bit awkward. My husband enjoyed the pork belly and grouper special. We enjoyed the key lime pie but it was a very expensive small portion. The wine pours were generous.
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Brad
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sebastian was an amazing server for my evening in Key West. The food was amazing and the service was second to none. Run, don’t walk, to Red Shoe Island Bistro!
Red Shoe Island BistroResponded 2 days ago
Thank you so much, Brad! And a special thank you for the "shout out" to Sebastian!
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Leslie
Key West
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was such a great find! The food and service are both fantastic. We’ll definitely visit again the next time we’re in Kay West
Red Shoe Island BistroResponded 2 days ago
Thank you, Leslie! We look forward to seeing you again! Cheers!
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Lisa
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was absolutely amazing! Also the service was outstanding. Thank you to John for making this such a memorable experience! Can’t wait to come back.
Red Shoe Island BistroResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for the nice review, Lisa! We are truly grateful and we look forward to seeing you again, next time! Cheers to happy and healthy 2025!
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Eva
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very welcoming with a variety of choices on the menu. We enjoyed everything - including the award winning key lime pie.
Red Shoe Island BistroResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for the thoughtful review, Eva!
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Ricky
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and impeccable service makes this a great restaurant which we will visit again ! Very relaxed atmosphere…
Red Shoe Island BistroResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for the amazing review, Ricky!
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FAQs

Red Shoe Island Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 509-7271.

Red Shoe Island Bistro is rated 5 stars by 1309 OpenTable diners.

Red Shoe Island Bistro does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 13, 2025

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

411 Petronia St, Key West, FL 33040

Additional information

Neighborhood
Key West
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, European
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking available as well.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.redshoeislandbistro.com/
Phone number
(305) 509-7271

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Red Shoe Island Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Seared Scallops GF

Beef Stroganoff

Shrimp Mango Toast

Appetizers

Deviled Eggs with Scallops$19.00

Lobster Roll Profiteroles$24.00

Shrimp Mango Toast$19.00

Crispy Pork Belly Crostinis$24.00

Baked Key West Shrimp with Lobster$22.00

Salads

Caesar Salad$14.00

Classic Caprese$14.00

Pear and Blueberry Goat Cheese$14.00

Entrees

Seared Scallops GF$38.00

Stuffed Poblano Pepper$36.00

Beef Stroganoff$38.00

Yellowtail Snapper GF$36.00

Fish of the Day with Grilled Key West Pink Shrimp GF$38.00

Smoked Bacon Wrapped Chicken GF$38.00

Key West Pink Shrimp in Red Chili Pepper Sauce GF$34.00

Seafood Medley$38.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

Does Red Shoe Island Bistro offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Red Shoe Island Bistro restaurant rated?

Does Red Shoe Island Bistro offer gift cards?

Is Red Shoe Island Bistro currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card