Banana Cafe

Cute little cafe with delicious French breakfast and brunch options. The escargot was divine and buttery. I recommend the inside-out crepe if you like caramelized onions. The steak fries were incredible as well, with a fresh side salad. The lemonade was just average and very small.. for $5 a glass, I wouldn't re-purchase. It's an awesome place!

We sat upstairs outside. Went there for breakfast and we were not disappointed. The food was great, and the service was great. My wife loves truffle fries and gets them every chance she can. Even though they were very busy we got seated in a reasonable amount of time. I recommend sitting upstairs on the rooftop. It overlooks Duval street which is fun to people watch.

Best breakfast spot in Key West! Banana cafe is a very cute and quaint French inspired local restaurant, with big flavors. The crepes are a must try and the key lime pie was my favorite from all the others that we tried on the island! However, be prepared to sweat if it's hot outside, even with fans and coverings we still broke a sweat on the balcony, but we didn't mind it for the great food and service we received.

We came here for lunch the other day. Here is what I thought. Atmosphere: I’ve been to the Banana Cafe on a previous trip to Key West and I was so excited to come back! The cafe is located near the southern end of Duval Street. The place is quaintly decorated. It had indoor and outdoor seating. Restroom: I used the single stall restroom upstairs. It was nice and clean! Service: Our service was great. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. Food: We loved our food. I got their ‘BLT Sandwich’ with friends and my husband for their ‘Shrimp Salad Sandwich’ with sweet potato fries. We both thoroughly enjoyed our food. It came out quick and was fresh. This is a great place for a quick, delicious breakfast or lunch. They definitely had some unique food options. We love the Banana Cafe and will be back on our next trip to Key West!

Loved this place! Came here twice for breakfast and for a snack. Highly recommend the crepes. I had the savory vegetarian one and the bana Nutella one. Fried said the fish and chips were amazing too! Their coffee and tea are great as well! The servers are super nice!! Brightens up your day.

We discovered a true gem in Key West at Banana Cafe! Their French crepes were absolutely outstanding - perfectly thin, delicate, and filled with both sweet and savory options that transported us straight to Paris. I had the ham and gruyere crepe which was simple perfection. The cold beers were especially refreshing after a day of exploring in the Florida heat, with a nice selection of local beers, worth a try! The charming atmosphere with its colorful decor and second-floor balcony provided a lovely setting to relax and watch the Key West world go by. Friendly service rounded out a wonderful dining experience that we'd happily repeat on our next visit to the island!

Banana cafe was our first stop on Key West after it was recommended to us by the manager at our property we were staying. It was the perfect spot for lunch! French Crepes in KW! I ordered the seafood crepe - which was just awesome, and an crazy lady local beer 🍺 - this was the perfect lunch combo Banana Cafe is a great spot to stop when walking south on Duval Street to check out the southernmost point. It has an excellent location, fantastic service, a very funky interior and just a cool spot all around

Yesssss, believe the hype!!! The food was SO GOOD. We got there pretty early and the place was relatively empty. I got the seafood crepe (absolutely amazing), my son got one within Nutella, banana, and added strawberry, my husband got il complete with sausage and loved it, and they kindly made a plain waffle for my youngest. We think we'll try to come back Sunday morning before we drive back to the airport!

The best mahi mahi sandwhich I've ever eaten in FL. The bread is soft and the vegies in my sandwhich are fresh. You can easily taste a hint of lemon which makes it tasty. The whole culinary experience was awesome. There's only one thing I'd like to comment on for improvement. The banana waffke could have been better if the syrup on top wasn't overflowing coz it made the waffle soggy. Also, if its in a separate bowl letting the customer pour it would be better in my opinion. Nonetheless, I'm giving it a 5 star. Our waiter Alvert M. was very nice and helpful.

The food was so delicious! Party of four. Ordered Salmon Benedict, Banana Nut Muffin and the Nutella and Strawberry crepes. Pepsi products l, Heinkin 0.0 and the chocolate banana lattee with a shot of espresso! Staff: was excellent! Friendly and very efficient. Restrooms were clean! This location is pet friendly!

Incredible foodie spot that is the type of place that will always have a long wait. They can seat large parties and will be the ultimate brunch spot on your Key West trip! Street parking is limited but that's Key west baby! Blackened shrimp eggs benedict was yummy, and the Curry Chicken Salad Salad was great!!!!!!!!

The Banana Cafe is a cute French-inspired cafe offering many breakfast and lunch items. We stopped in for a late breakfast and were seated quickly. Service was quick and friendly. I ordered the Inside Out Benedict Crepe. It doesn't look big but is really filling. It has a Key Lime Hollandaise, which is subtle enough to offer a good flavor without being overpowering. I also had a French Vanilla iced coffee, which was very refreshing in the heat. This is a great option for anyone visiting the island!

Cute, cozy French-inspired cafe with open air balcony seating on the second floor and a nice dining room below with a view of Duval street. The service was fast and friendly and the food was delicious! I had the lobster BLT, the juiciness of the tomatoes complemented the fried lobster and toasted bread, it was great. I also recommend the mango sangria!

On our last morning in Key West, we sought out a nice creperie for breakfast and we landed on Banana Cafe. We ordered the strawberry sangria which was fun and different, but on the sweet side. If given the choice again I would have gone with the pineapple sangria. For entrees we ordered the inside out Benedict breakfast crepe and the breakfast sandwich. Both were good. We will be back again! Banana Cafe is a great spot for breakfast while in the heart of Ke

We walked by this cafe as we were exploring the area. I decided to come back when I saw escargots on the menu!! I love escargots! When I was in Paris, I had escargots every day!! The restaurant is very nice and cute! It had beautiful French music! We came on a Sunday night but there was only another table besides us. The wait staff was nice and welcoming I was so disappointed at my escargots! The bread was the major disappointment!! It was hard as rock!! The snails themselves are not flavorful at all. I did mention to the wait staff about the bread and she brought me another one. With proper heating, it was better than before, but was still mediocre. I did not mention about the snails that had no taste, because I think it subjective, and everyone has different taste. Given the other reviews, maybe I came on an off day!

The rooftop bar is cute with a great view of Duval street. They have a new happy hour daily from 4-7 with delicious tacos. The steak was my favorite. The staff is so sweet and personable. Definitely going back!

I had the pleasure of enjoying breakfast this Friday morning at Banana Cafe here on Dual St., and had a lovely experience! My group of three ordered the classic ham eggs benedict, the cheddar and potato frittata, as well as the strawberrry cheesecake crepe and the simple butter and sugar crepe. All four plates were delicious, ESPECIALLY the butter and sugar crepe, which was pleasantly surprising. About half an hour into our visit, the cafe experienced a power outage, which was swiftly restored within fifteen minutes. The staff was very apologetic, and our dishes came out within a reasonably short time considering the outage. We sat in the outdoor upper level deck decorated with adorable on-theme umbrellas and fans to keep the heat and bugs away. Very nice ambiance and perfect for a quiet breakfast on Duval.

Get here early! This place gets BUSY! and for good reason! We came here on a Saturday morning, so prime time, we had some of our group get there early and they were able to get a table easily. However, by the time we walked over, there was a line out the door! They have a great menu, big with lots of fun options. Their drink menu is awesome, too! Lots of fun brunch cocktails. I obviously had to get the lobster benedict.. because obviously. It was decadent! So rich and delicious! It was amazing. hands down would go back for that. Lots of delicious looking plates at our table, zero complaints. I had a glass of champagne and then a Key Lime White Sangria - light, sweet, refreshing. This place is so cute and the menu is great. Highly recommend.

Place is really cute. Decent egg white omelette. Other parties ordered the banana foster waffle. It was okay. We decided to order the fries to share. French fries thinly cut and fried to the refer pipe hot temp...may have been the highlight of our meal. Convenience of the cafe being a close walking distance to the butterfly conservatory.

Very cute brunch location serving french themed crepes. Came here with the family after seeing the Southernmost point. Pros - great interior design and ample seating. The mango sangria was so fresh and tasty. All the crepes were delicious, especially the seafood crepe. Parmesan and truffle fries were also great. Service was very quick Cons - none Great place for brunch while visiting the Keys.

Seafood Risotto was amazing. Mussels order can with plenty and delicious sauce. Service was quick and kind, we came on a weeknight and were greeted and seated right away. Inside is small and cozy, upstairs has a balcony overlooking the street. It's less busy being south on Duval. Brunch here is amazing too.

This is a place you come for breakfast or brunch. It was so delicious. The hostess was beyond kind. When you put your name on the list and they say 30 to 40 minutes..... it will actually be 15 minutes. (A lot of people on the list don't wait, so it's great timing for those who do wait) We went upstairs to sit on the balcony. Banana waffle, BLT, Salad, American breakfast, Coffee, Smoothies.... all 10 out of 10. We were beyond satisfied with service, food, and atmosphere.

My husband and I spent a few days in key west, had such a great experience at Banana Cafe, the staff work together so well to ensure your dining experience goes well. Renee was our server and she was attentive, friendly and overall wonderful. We were seated upstairs and the vibe was phenomenal. Thanks for making our trip amazing

I've been going to Bananas Cafe for years, well before the pandemic and after. I've even taken my parents here when they came to visit my in Florida. The food quality here has always been consistent and great. It is owned and operated by a nice older French lady that is a hustler, and great business woman that is there all the time. Also has multiple other businesses nearby. I've had many things on the menu, and have gotten take out from here for years. Love the shrimp salad, croque monsieur, ooh la la burger, and salads. Great portions, never had anything I didn't like. Place is always filled with diners. Food is fresh, delicious and consistent. You can't go wrong here for lunch.

Chris and I are on vacation and found this place after leaving the Butterfly sanctuary. It's a charming two story house with patio dining, rooftop dining and an indoor dining area with big open windows. Chris and I split a vegetarian crepe, an order of truffle fries. We also ordered their signature cocktail which is champagne with banana purée. Our food was flavorful and hot and fresh. The cocktails were delicious! We had great service and loved the ambience and being able to sit in the shaded indoor dining area and enjoy the views outside to the street. Today we chose to come back again and have breakfast. We split the potatoes and vegetables frittata served with a side salad and toasted whole wheat bread. We also ordered the banana muffin and a croissant. The house blend coffee was delicious! Breakfast was hot and savory and again the service was friendly. We recommend this place!!

So when we first walked in, it looked cozy. Our table wobble back-and-forth. My husband had to put something underneath to prevent it from wobbling lol. That did not take away from the service. The people there were really nice. The food was good. I'm glad we stopped here. Gotta try their escargot. It was so good.

This was a place that I had heard about and I was very excited to try it. We sat outside on the upstairs patio, which was great and there was a nice breeze which I appreciated. I ended up ordering the seafood omelet (because why not) with an iced coffee. The omelet was pretty good, a little heavy on the sauce but overall, it was very tasty! The iced coffee was pricey, but it hit the spot. I also got a bite of the banana fosters waffle which was good, but we were all expecting more than just the one waffle for the price... it was kind of underwhelming. Overall though, we had an enjoyable breakfast.

Not good pina colada's and okay service. I won't come back. Honestly wasn't a great experience. They only had one worker which I understand. But we placed our order and paid and also tipped and she proceeded to make others orders ahead of ours when we ordered a pina colada. Felt a little bit of a micro aggression. On top of that the pina coladas aren't sweet, not the place to go.

My first restaurant in key west and it started with the perfect meal. Love the La Tuna Tatar tacos. So flavorful and lite. Definitely will be a repeat for the mahi mahi tacos. The roof top is so cute. Service was quick which was good because I was starving lol.

This is a "must go" location on Duval St.-Key West. The food is amazing and consistent over the years.

I have been the Banana Cafe several times during my visits to Key West. This time we were thinking about having an early dinner on their rooftop area, but when we arrived, they said the rooftop was closed due to staff shortage. No big deal, we got a nice table overlooking Duval St and we had a great meal. My blackened Mahi Mahi sandwich was delicious...on the menu it said that it comes on a french baguette, but when they delivered the plate it came on a brioche bun. I asked the waiter and he said...we always served this one on a brioche..then I showed him the description on the menu and he was very nice asking if I wanted it switched to a french baguette, which I said, Yes..Please. My fries were thin and crispy. My husband got the NY strip and it was moist but a bit too salty for my taste. the fries were nice and crispy. Our friends got the mac n cheese and the French Onion soup and both were delighted with their choices. The table shared a pitcher of red sangria, which was made very very well. Excellent staff, great service. Good prices.

My fave place for breakfast in Key West. Usually go with an omelet and a Nutella crepe but this time opted for the Shrimp Salad Sandwich which is a great alternative for the over priced lobster or shrimp rolls elsewhere. Sweet potato fries were yum and the Classic Quiche Lorraine was out of this world in creamy-ness and savory-ness.

It was close to our hotel and an easy walk. Very glad we stopped here. My husband was debating between a burger and the pan roasted grouper. He got the grouper and loved it! I got a taste and thought it was wonderful. I wanted a salad and chose the steak and bleu salad. The steak was so tender and the vinaigrette was perfect. Of course, being in Key West, we had to have the Key lime pie. The perfect finish to our meal. My husband had a rum punch and I had a sangria, dangerously good. It would be easy to drink several. We had a table at the window so people watching was entertaining. Highly recommend.

Food was absolutely amazing!! Came to dinner last night and had the mahi mahi crepe's!! Delicious , recommended by our sweet waitress Gentiana! She is an absolute doll. We were so sold on this place we came to breakfast with the same waitress. Banana cafe does not disappoint. We might eat here everyday on our trip ! Oh and Steak and eggs and eggs Benedict delicious as well !! Thank you

We walked up on New Year's Day for breakfast. We were seated within 10 minutes and ordered a mimosas and orange juice. Both were very good. We both ordered the lobster Benedict and it was the best I have ever had. We also ordered the key lime crepe, which was so good!

This was a cute cafe with some great art decor. The service was on point. Both salads were delicious! The Cobb shrimp salad was fresh, plated well and tasty! The La Island salad had some really delicious scallops and a nice tangy sweet dressing. The watermelon juice was very much enjoyed by my daughter.

Extremely bad service. Inattentive and did not offer water refills even though it was 100 degrees outside. No ice for the water.

A casual relaxed bistro. They serve breakfast all day long. We came for lunch and half of us ordered breakfast. Excellent food . The curried chicken salad had no mayonnaise and was delicious. Truffle fries were excellent. Good service.

This is one of my favorite breakfast/lunch spots in Key West! It is sooo good and the menu has so many great options. The first time I visited I ordered the La Pesto Shrimp. It is a savory crepe and it is a 10/10! I also ordered a side of the potatoes and they were perfectly crispy and delicious. The next time I visited I tried the La Super which is a breakfast crepe. I also loved this! I am a huge fan of savory crepes after visiting banana cafe.

Still an excellent spot for breakfast. 2 of us arrived around 9am on a Sunday. There was a 10 minute wait, but there were a few seats available at the bar so we took those. Randy is a busy bartender! This guy hustles. He is super friendly, attentive and looked after us for our entire meal. The egg scramble with veggies is very good and a generous portion. Eggs sunny side up are cooked perfectly and the croissant is flakey and melts in your mouth.

Christmas morning family breakfast was perfect. Adorable cafe that served great breakfast. Everything we ordered was delicious. Great service provided, good size portions. Great attitudes and good customer service. Visit while in the keys. The Songer Family San Diego

For many years after my last review of Banana Cafe (end of 2011), we continued to visit and for the most of that time, things were good (good food, decent service and nice atmosphere).... but then we disappeared for a bit and now we are back... The atmosphere is still excellent... great decor that is very warm and comfortable. The service, like reminiscent of the past, is still hit or miss.... granted our server was nice but no personality or emotion and kept forgetting things... I still like the offerings on the menu but I don't like the look of the newer menus... they feel very commercial, almost like a chain-restaurant (too cutesy). It's understandable that the menu would undergo subtle changes but unfortunately for me, the changes were spot on to my favorite dishes. For example, my favorite breakfast is no longer on the menu, Salmon Omelette. I'd understand if salmon wasn't available or too costly but they still offer smoke salmon for other dishes. I noticed another change was no longer including a salad with the Seafood Omelette... minor stuff but worth mentioning. Don't get me wrong, the food was good but the effort for preparation and presentation was kinda blah compared to in the past.... I ended up ordering the HAM AND SWISS OMELETTE... they still have the best caramelized onions; the best. In the past, they clearly mixed some of the ham into the egg for the Ham and Swiss Omelette... made it so appealing and mouthwatering, but now it looks boring like any 'ol bagel shop omelette; and until you cut into the omelette, you could never tell it has ham. And please don't think or write to me that the ham belongs in the center... just look at the pictures of the ham and cheese omelettes from the past in the pictures and you will see me boring plate is not exactly tantalizing. The wife had their FRESH HERB AND POTATO OMELETTE... again, the food was good but the presentation and preparation was different than the effort made in the past. For years the potatoes in the Potato Omelette were wide, but thin slices of potato that were cooked into the omelette; now that just have a bunch of pieces and little wedges... The food preparation changes may seem petty but those are the kind of changes that effect the experience and longing to return for the desire to return.

You can tell the food is very fresh and local here. This is a great brunch place, though we stopped in for a late lunch. My fried lobster sandwich was a bit disappointing because it didn't have enough lobster and the lobster was so deeply fried, I could hardly taste it. But aside from that, all the ingredients were quite good and fresh. My parents both liked their sandwich and fish. Coffee drink was very good. Service was friendly and prompt.

We had a nice lunch here on our recent trip to Key West. I had the chicken cordon bleu crepes which were delicious but too rich! I felt a little queasy after eating but it was just from the richness of the cheese and the mushroom sauce. My husband loved the salmon sandwich he had. This is a great restaurant if you're craving French food!

Banana Cafe came highly recommended by a local ferry-crewman. Tucked in on Duvall street, this spot is perfect for people and rooster watching. I started with a divine blackberry mimosa and watched the bustle of the morning crowd. This is a place to take your time. The la super crepe, after a little salt and pepper love, was satisfying. It could have been a little warmer and a little less soggy. It's definitely a great spot for a mimosa.

Food and ambiance are great! Came twice for breakfast and left full and satisfied. The servers are not the most friendly, otherwise would've been 5 stars.

Food was so good. Service was good, food came out prettt fast. We enjoyed being outside upstairs for seating. Will be back

Cute little restaurant. Staff was friendly. The open window is nice and allows a breeze. Wish the menu wasn't right there by the window because people just stop in front of you to look at the menu. It's a little awkward. Food was good but breakfast potatoes didn't taste fresh.

Had just gotten into town and needed lunch while waiting for my room to be ready. This spot was close and cool and quiet inside. Got seated in a corner table out of sight from the kitchen counter area and felt a bit forgotten, it was not busy but it took awhile for a server to come around. Menu had a lot of crepes that looked interesting but I chose a club sandwich. It came pretty promptly on some fresh whole wheat bread and lots of turkey- good sandwich and very filling. Enjoyed the chips as well - iced tea was ok.

Well the was a waste of $22 for the fish and chips. I ate half a piece of fish and it wasn't good the fries had no flavor and were served lukewarm. We did order a slice of key lime pie and that was excellent and the server was friendly. If you do go don't get the fish and chips and I do recommend the pie

I stopped for a late lunch I ordered the salmon sandwich and upgraded my fries to truffle parmesan french fries. I washed it all down with an ice tea. I glanced over their drink menu, and they have fresh juices like watermelon and grapefruit along with coffee made just about every which way and beer and cocktails. Nice assortment for breakfast, good salads, and lunch options. They are open for dinner, but I'm guessing it's a different menu. The salmon was cooked to perfection not to dry not to moist just perfect. The fries as well we're yummy and nice and crisp. I was too full to eat dessert there so got a slice of key lime pair to go. Be prepared to pay for parking. It's $2.50 an hour.

Good little place for breakfast with a very cool interior design, but service can be a bit slow and portions are very small. However, would highly recommend any their crepes as they are the specialty item, they really are quite amazing.

The worst experience from the moment you step foot in the door to the time you leave without eating as it was obvious you were an inconvenience to all. DO NOT RECOMMEND

Yum! I got the key lime pie, and it was delicious, but warning, the raspberry sauce on top is tart, which is great if you're into that. The ones with me got crème brûlée and crepes. No one had any negative things to say and all plates were cleaned afterward.

One of the best veggie burgers on the island I'm told, and it was delicious. We also ordered the grouper with mashed potatoes and asparagus which was delightful. Each item was yum, the potatoes seemed hand mashed, creamy with some little chunks, the asparagus was crisp tender and the fish was flaky n moist, the charred lemon was a really nice addition. The service was friendly and if you sit street side it's a great place for people watching.

Every time we come here, it's for breakfast. We can count on the food to be deliciious. They do serve lunch and dinner, but oh my goodness, their breakfast offerings are too good to pass up. My husband and I share a Classic American---2 eggs your way, toast & choice of bacon, sage sausage or Black Forest ham. You can sub a bagel or croissant for a little extra. I love the bagel, and he likes rye toast, so we have to order a bagel on the side for me. The bagel side comes with cream cheese. Perfect! This is a cheerful, bright restaurant, and the staff is just the same. We always look forward to our Banana morning at Key West.

After looking at the menu and seeing lobster Benedict, I was sold. The food is absolutely delicious here and the service was also great. The lobster Benny had a unique twist with key lime hollandaise sauce and I was pleasantly surprised with how good it tasted.

Microwave pre cooked bacon. Need I say more? I guess I will, had to ask to turn on the fans because it was so stuffy, and not in a cozy way.