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 temporarily or taking a vacation/break in 2025 that I am aware of. Many establishments will remain open, so you needn’t worry too much.
Restaurant Closings for Slow Season 2025
Milagro Restaurant & Bar closed up shop July 25th at their Simonton location. They are excited to welcome you back in the Fall with their new location on Duval Street.
Eaton Good closed for the summer season in June and will remain so until October.
Macdoobbq food truck has been closed for the summer since May. The plan to reopen in October.
Thirsty Mermaid will be closed for the month of August. Exciting changes are promised ahead along with a well deserved break for the staff and a refresh of the menu and vibe.
Antonia’s Restaurant is taking their summer break and they are expected to reopen on August 19th.
Mac’s Place – taking the weekend off for a summertime clean & reset. We’ll be closed Friday, 8/15 through Sunday, 8/17, and back open bright + early at 9AM on Monday, 8/18
Tavern N Town – will be closed from August 21 through August 31, reopening on September 1. it is their annual break to refresh the restaurant, work on projects, and launch a new Ladies Night with specials.
Smoked BBQ will be closing for their annual vacation. Last day open is August 31st. They will reopen on September 30th.
Bruschetta Francesca is closed in September for vacation. They plan to open back up in the 2nd week of October.
Square Grouper Key West will soon close for their annual September Vacation! The Key West location will close on Tuesday, 9/2 and will reopen on Friday, 10/3.
Louie’s Backyard is having their annual maintenance and will be closed from September 2nd until the 24th.
The Cafe at Louie’s Backyard will close from the 31st of August and will reopen on October 1st.
Frita’s Cuban Burger Cafe will have a shorter closing this year than others past. They will be taking vacation from September 17th until October 1st.
Origami Sushi Bar is taking a summer break. They will be closed from August 13th until the 26th. They will resume just in time for dinner service Wednesdays – Saturdays starting August 27th.
Smokin’ Tuna Saloon shut down in 2024, has changed location, and is undergoing renovations. They will share news on their socials when they have their grand reopening.
Permanent Closings in Key West 2025
Sadly some places have closed their doors for good. These are the places we have said goodbye to.
Big Cheezees closed permanently in July.
Bangkok Happy Bowl Asian Bistro closed permanently in July.
Pinchers Key West has closed permanently.
Little Room Jazz Club closed its doors at the end of May.
Bob’s on Margaret closed up shop earlier this year.
Pho King Awesome has closed.
New Restaurant Openings in Key West
Square Grouper Key West
Lolita’s Cucina
Key West Poke House
Dorada
Island Tingz Bar and Grill
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.
Thank you 🙂