Key West Slow Season

During the slow season in Key West, a few restaurants close for various reasons every year.

It could be for yearly staff breaks or vacations, time off to recoup and regroup, construction and maintenance issues, dodging hurricane season, or just because it is the slowest time of the year.

I have seen people ask which places do this, so I thought I would write this post. Remember, it is the low, slow, and off-season in Key West.

Here is a list of those who are shutting down that I am aware of. Many establishments will remain open, so you needn’t worry too much.

Temporary Closings of Restaurants for Slow Season

Fritas Cuban Burger Cafe will be closed from September 3rd – until the 1st week of October.

Milagro Restaurant & Bar will be closed from September 1st through September 17th. They are excited to welcome you back on Thursday, the 18th.

DJ’s Clam Shack will close on September 2nd until September 26th.

Lola’s Bistro is taking a short holiday from September 1st until the 5th. They are scheduled to reopen for you on September 6th.

The Docks Restaurant + Raw Bar will be closed from September 15th until October 3rd. The plan is to open back up for service on October 4th.

Louie’s Backyard will be closed from September 3rd through the 18th. It will be open for dinner only on the 19th, and lunch service will start on September 20th. The Cafe at Louie’s (upstairs) hopes to reopen and welcome back guests by October 1st.

Bagatelle is closed partially on September 16th early on for routine maintenance and will not offer Brunch. However, they plan to be open for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m.

Chico’s Cantina will be closed from August 31st until September 16th. On the 17th, it will reopen for dinner only. For the rest of the month, it will be open from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. It will be closed on Sundays.

Viva Argentinian Steakhouse will be closed from September 5th to 15th for staff vacations. It will reopen on Monday, September 16th.

The Cafe is closed on Tuesdays in September.

Garbo’s Grill is taking a few days off to move things around and do a deep cleaning. The Hanks location on Caroline Street will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, September 16th and 17th. The New Town location will only be closed on Monday, the 16th.

Clemente’s Trolley Pizzeria is closed according to “The Local Side of Key West Podcast” on Mondays & Tuesdays in September.

La Grignote is closed for yearly maintenance, construction, projects, and staff breaks. They plan to reopen on Friday, September 20th.

Blue Heaven is closed from September 3rd until October 9th at 5 pm. You can get the same key lime pie at Salute on the beach.

Badboy Taqueria & Tequila will close on September 8th. They will be deep cleaning, prepping, and recharging for the season. Currently, there is no open date set.

Hogfish Bar & Grill will be closed on September 3rd and 4th to tidy up a few things with maintenance. The bar will reopen on September 5th at 11 a.m.

Eaton Good is closed in July and will remain so until October.

Red Shoe Island Bistro will be closed on September 9th and will remain closed until October 10th. They will be fixing up after the car accident earlier this year.

Littlest Whitehouse Subs is down from September 4th until the 13th. They will reopen on September 14th.

Cayos Kombucha says that they will be closed for September. However, you can call them to place delivery orders.

Square Grouper Bar & Grill on Cudjoe is taking their vacation from September 3rd to October 3rd.

Bob’s on Margaret is closed for annual vacation. They will reopen on September 26th. There is a sign in the window that was sent to me. There was no information anywhere else.

Hog’s Breath Saloon will be closed briefly for renovations from September 2nd to 9th. It will reopen on the 10th and be ready to serve food and live music.

Glazed Donuts will be closed from September 2nd until the 10th and will reopen on September 11th for everyone to get their sugar fix.

Mangrove Mama’s is taking a little break in September for landscaping and maintenance. A post announced they were closing from September 6th – September 18th. They plan to open back up on Thursday, September 19th and even tease some menu updates.

Old Town Mexican Cafe is closed from September 3rd to the 20th at 4 pm, according to their website.

Mac’s Place will be closed on September 18th for AC maintenance and upgrades.

Smoked BBQ is closed for vacation from September 3rd until October 1st via their website.

Bistro 245 renovations started months back, and there is probably still some to go until they reopen.

Smokin’ Tuna shut down in May, has changed location, and is undergoing renovations. They will share news on their socials when they have their grand reopening.

Frenchie’s Cafe I saw a comment that they may be closing for a break. I am unable to verify via their social page or website. The comment said, “Frenchies cafe will be closed next week (9/9?) til the middle of Oct”.

While Many Are Taking Breaks a Lot Remain Open

If more slow season breaks or announcements pop up we’ll add them to this list if you are aware of any pass it along so I can post it.

Check out our Happy Hour Food Guide to find some other options.

You might enjoy the current Summer Dining Specials or the Local Appreciation Specials that are happening now.

Thank you 🙂