Gay Key West Restaurants  Gay travelers to Key West will be treated to a plethora of fantastic Key West Restaurants. Even though Key West is so small, it has many  fantastic restaurants. Local specialties include Cuban cuisine, Caribbean recipes, gourmet creations and the freshest seafood you will probably ever come by. Don't be surprised if the catch of the day was REALLY caught hours before it ended up on your plate. Mahi Mahi, Florida Grouper, Snapper, Key West Pink Shrimp, Florida Lobster, Conch -- just some of the seafood featured on the menus at the Key West restaurants. Don't forget to try Conch Fritters, Fried Plantains, Cafe Con Leche, Margaritas, Steamed Key West Shrimp and of course Key Lime Pie!!           GAY KEY WEST RESTAURANTS ANTONIA'S KEY WEST RESTAURANT  615 Duval Street, Key West, Florida  (305) 294-6565 Celebrating over 25 seasons this warm, elegant restaurant has become a landmark on our island. Everything at Antonia's Key West restaurant is homemade and prepared to order by our European- trained chefs. Stop and savor our traditional Italian classics and modern Mediterranean cuisine. BLUE HEAVEN RESTAURANT   729 Thomas St., Key West, Florida  305 296-8666 There's much to like about this historic restaurant where Hemingway refereed boxing matches and customers watched cockfights. Fresh eats are served in the house and the big leafy yard. Nightly specials include blackened grouper or lobster with citrus beurre blanc, vegetarian options, and Caribbean foods. Desserts and breads are baked on-site. There's a shop and bar, the latter named after the water tower hauled here in the 1920s.  CAFE SOLE   1029 Southard Street at Frances  Key West, Florida  305-294-0230 Café Solé captured the hearts and palates of locals and visitors lucky enough to discover this culinary gem off the beaten path. By combining his French mastery of sauces with fresh locally caught seafood, John has created a menu unlike any on the island, where every dish is bursting with indescribable flavors. Mutton snapper in pesto and champagne, yellowtail in a beurre blanc of lobster or a rare hog snapper with red pepper zabaglione top a list of nightly specials.  CROISSANTS DE FRANCE   816 Duval Street  305 294 2624 Croissants de France has evolved into one of the best Bakery, Pastry and Chocolaterie of the lower Keys and is considered an institution in Key West. For years, locals have made it a part of their schedule to dine at least once a week on a heavenly crepe, galette or croissant.  LOUIE'S BACKYARD   700 Waddell St., Key West, Florida 305-294-1061 A Key West institution. Located on the water.  OPERA'S RESTAURANT   613 Duval Street, Key West, Florida  305-295-2705 Simple and elegant, the restaurant serves exquisitely prepared dishes with a contemporary flair, such as filet mignon in a red wine and cranberry sauce or pan-seared yellowtail snapper over roasted red peppers and risotto cake. ORIGAMI   1075 Duval Street, Key West, Florida 305 294 0092 "Best Sushi Bar" in a local poll. You can relish the choice selections either in air-conditioned comfort or outside in a pleasant garden patio. On the menu are tempura and teriyaki selections, as well as children's choices for sophisticated kiddies. Try the seaweed salad or vegetable rolls. Beer and wine are served here, too. PEPE'S CAFE 806 Caroline Street, Key West, Florida 305-294-7192 We are open every day and have been since 1984. Breakfast starts at 7:30 a.m., Lunch at 12, and Dinner from 5:30 to 10:30 every night. If you are looking for a relaxed laid back restaurant and bar, this is the place for you. You will see the same faces, year after year, and there is a really good reason for that. ROOF TOP CAFE 308 Front Street, Key West, Florida  (305) 294-2042 Nestled among the treetops, surrounded by flowering bougainvillea and cool tropical breezes, the casual elegance of the Roof Top Cafe has overlooked historic Mallory Square and the Sunset Celebration for over 27 years. Just a few steps above the streets, the sounds of smooth jazz, the aromas of our new- island cuisine and the smile on our faces will greet you at the door, invite you in, and give you just a taste of what is yet to come. The finest dining experience in Key West.