Best restaurants near Casa Marina Key West
Casa Marina Key West’s main on-site restaurants are Dorada (oceanfront Baja‑Med for lunch and dinner), The Canary Room (lobby cocktail bar for drinks and light bites), Flagler's Restaurant (breakfast and all‑day options in the Flagler Ballroom) and Morrison's Market (coffee and grab‑and‑go). Dorada accepts reservations via OpenTable and requires at least 24 hours' notice for bookings.
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On-site restaurants and bars
Dorada is Casa Marina’s oceanfront Baja‑Med restaurant serving lunch and dinner with shareable plates, fresh catch seafood entrées, hand-cut steaks, and desserts by Executive Chef Tom Wittich. Dorada offers a 'Toes in the Sand' six-course tasting menu on the private beach by advance reservation.
The Canary Room is the hotel’s lobby cocktail bar, open for handcrafted island-inspired cocktails and elevated light bites in a 1920s-inspired setting. Morrison's Market provides morning coffee, pastries and casual grab‑and‑go items.
Flagler's Restaurant operates in the historic Flagler Ballroom and Oceanfront Outdoor Terrace, serving breakfast (including a Signature Grand Buffet option), lunch and dinner.
- Dorada — Lunch & Dinner; Baja‑Med cuisine; advance reservations via OpenTable
- The Canary Room — Cocktails & light bites; Happy Hour daily 2–4 pm
- Flagler's Restaurant — Breakfast 7–11 am; lunch and dinner service available
- Morrison's Market — Coffee, pastries, grab-and-go (no reservations)
| Venue | Typical service | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dorada | Lunch & Dinner | Oceanfront; reservations recommended (OpenTable) |
| The Canary Room | Afternoon & evening cocktails | Happy Hour daily 2–4 pm |
| Flagler's Restaurant | Breakfast, lunch, dinner | Breakfast 7–11 am; buffet option available |
What to order at Dorada
Dorada’s menu reflects Baja‑Med influences with regional Mexican, Asian and Mediterranean touches. Expect shareable starters, a fresh‑catch seafood section and hand‑cut steaks.
If you like tasting menus, ask about the 'Toes in the Sand' six-course chef tasting (requires advance reservations by phone). For group dining, shareable plates let you sample multiple flavors without pre-ordering.
- Shareable starters and appetizers
- Fresh-catch seafood entrées
- Hand-cut steaks
- Chef-curated tasting menu served on the beach (advance booking required)
| Type | Why order it |
|---|---|
| Shareable plates | Try multiple Baja‑Med flavors across the table |
| Fresh seafood | Local catch prepared with regional influences |
| Chef tasting (Toes in the Sand) | Multi-course beach experience — reserve ahead |
Cocktails, happy hour and light bites
The Canary Room is the place for pre-dinner cocktails, late afternoon Happy Hour (daily 2–4 pm) and evening drinks; it focuses on island-inspired cocktails and small plates in a lobby setting.
If you prefer an oceanfront drink after the beach, Dorada’s bar area is open through the evening and serves cocktails alongside its lunch and dinner menus.
- Canary Room happy hour: daily 2–4 pm (cocktails, small plates, wines by the glass)
- Canary Room hours run daily from 2 pm to midnight
- Dorada’s bar is open broadly through the afternoon and evening (bar hours listed by the resort)
| Spot | Typical hours |
|---|---|
| The Canary Room | 2:00 pm – 12:00 am |
| Dorada (Bar) | Open 11:00 am – 11:00 pm (bar service varies) |
Breakfast and casual options
Flagler's Restaurant serves breakfast from 7–11 am with à la carte choices and a Signature Grand Buffet option; it also provides lunch and dinner service. Morrison's Market is the on-site casual option for early coffee, pastries and grab‑and‑go sandwiches.
Morrison's Market does not require reservations and is useful for quick mornings before beach time, spa appointments, or early excursions.
- Flagler's Breakfast — 7:00–11:00 am (à la carte and buffet options)
- Morrison's Market — 6:30 am–8:00 pm; no reservations
- Morning coffee or a quick takeaway is available at Morrison's for beach or pool plans
| Venue | Breakfast hours |
|---|---|
| Flagler's Restaurant | 7:00 am – 11:00 am |
| Morrison's Market | 6:30 am – 8:00 pm |
Family dining and kid-friendly choices
Casa Marina is family-friendly; Flagler's and Dorada both offer menus and settings appropriate for children, and the family pool is nearby for families planning lunchtime pool breaks.
If you need something quick between beach activities, Morrison's Market has kid-friendly snacks and boxed lunches. The resort’s staff can advise on high-chairs or special requests, but specific availability should be confirmed with the restaurant on arrival.
- Flagler's and Dorada accommodate families; check menus for kid-friendly options
- Morrison's Market is convenient for quick snacks and on-the-go lunches
- Ask staff at the restaurants about seating near the family pool or high-chair availability
| Need | Where to go on-site |
|---|---|
| Family sit-down meal | Flagler's Restaurant or Dorada |
| Quick snacks / coffee | Morrison's Market |
| Poolside service | Pool concierge can arrange food and beverage at cabanas/daybeds |
Reservations, dress code and practical tips
Dorada requires reservations at least 24 hours in advance and can be booked via OpenTable. The Canary Room and Morrison's Market do not require reservations for standard visits, though Canary Room seating can fill up during peak evenings.
Dorada maintains a Resort Casual dress code for lunch and dinner. For special requests (beach tasting menu, private dining on the sand) contact the hotel’s dining/concierge team directly — the resort lists a dedicated phone for reservations on its dining pages.
- Dorada reservations: book via OpenTable; 24‑hour notice recommended
- Dress code at Dorada: Resort Casual for lunch and dinner
- For private beach dining ('Toes in the Sand') call the resort to reserve in advance
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do I need a reservation for Dorada? | Yes — Dorada requires reservations and asks for at least 24 hours' notice (OpenTable) |
| Is there a dress code? | Dorada: Resort Casual |
| Can I get food brought to the beach or pool? | Poolside cabanas and beach daybeds can receive food & beverage service; confirm with pool concierge |
