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Chef Michael's

81671 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036
305-664-0640
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Ranked #1 of 61 restaurants in Islamorada
Price range: €12 - €31
Cuisines: American, Caribbean, Seafood, Vegetarian
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Good for: Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Description: 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 alfreso dinner or Sunday brunch.
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW via mobile

My husband and I went here for our anniversary dinner while staying in the keys. This restaurant had been highly recommend and it lived up to it's reputation. My husband and I both ordered the seafood pasta and it was wonderful. It was actually more than enough food. We also ordered the key lime pie and it was great. It... More

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Stuart, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Chef Michael's is awesome. Local seafood specialties, cooked a variety of ways. However, their entire menu is top notch, esspecially the cowboy steak..... Service is always friendly and very attentive. My favorite is the Hog Fish and Yellow Tail Snapper cooked any way the Chef desires-yummy. BTW-Their slogan is "Peace, Love & Hogfish. Beer and wine bar, they have a... More

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Boca Raton, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We just returned from a wonderful dinner which was promoted by reviews I read on your site earlier today. Out server, Michael, was attentive and friendly and the hostess was very accommodating when I called to make our reservation. The glaze in the lamb chops was a delicious surprise. We would definitely recommend this restaurant if you are in the... More

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Johnson City, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

My husband and I hosted my son's Rehearsal Dinner Party at Chef Michael's in April. I loved every minute of the planning, hosting, and follow up with Chef Michael and his staff. It was the prettiest party, with the most delicious food that I could have ever hoped for. Chef Michael and co-owner, Mary, were wonderful. They took care of... More

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Tavernier, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Chef Michaels is a quaint little hidden treasure in Islamorada, Florida. Our family has eaten there many times and it is always excellent! The Hogfish is a favorite for sure! Not only is the food delicious, the staff is wonderful and the atmosphere is great! I highly recommend this restaurant to all visiting the Keys...you will never be disappointed!

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Livermore, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

The food was incredible. I would have to say this was the best fish dinner I have had. The salad was there Wedge salad that had a light pinot dressing with the freshest lettuce and tomatoes.And the applie bacon was flown in from Vermont. Yummy! The server Shell was the most incredible server both my husband and I have encountered.... More

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Islamorada, FL
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

By far, one the best restaurants in town if not the state. Our wait staff, including brother/sister team, Justin and Megan were very attentive. The food is always superb. We've eaten there several times. Outdoor seating isn't favorite. Our waiter offered tastes of wine for me to decide which one. Both were great. Just beer and wine though, no hard... More

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St. Catharines, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Recommended by Islamorada locals. Fresh daily catch selections, served up five or six ways to suit everyone's pallet. Just ask Shell for advice. She will let you know how to put the while package together including the wine. Michael's does not look like much by day BUT go no matter what you think. It's all about the FOOD, and the... More

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Palm City, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 via mobile

We were thoroghly entertained by the staff and the food was simply amazing. I am a huge lobster lover. This was my first time having it fried. Awesome! Everything was perfectly seasoned. Will be back soon!

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Charleston, South Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Chef Michael's was a culinary delight! He can even make vegan dishes upon request. Just call ahead! The atmosphere was lovely, with a great porch area and a charming, quaint indoor area.

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