Hog's Breath Saloon

Great first experience in Key West! We tried this place for the first time last night and it was a fantastic experience. It’s a very characteristic saloon, pure American style, with license plates and stickers covering pretty much every free inch of the walls — super authentic and fun. The staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive. We arrived just as the kitchen was about to close, but they still seated us without any hesitation. They took our order very quickly and also gave us great recommendations on what to eat and which beer to try, which we really appreciated. The service was fast, friendly, and well-organized. The food was good, classic American menu with burgers and mac & cheese, exactly what you want in a place like this. The beer was excellent — especially the one on tap recommended by our waitress, really good and quite unique. It was a bit noisy, but there was live music, which actually made the atmosphere even better. The vibe was lively, cheerful, and relaxed, making it a very enjoyable place to spend the evening. Prices are absolutely reasonable considering the location in Key West. Definitely recommended — we’d happily come back! 🍔🍺🎶

Typical dive bar!! Live music. We sat at the bar & the bartender was great. Being from Missouri not sure why we ordered the Whole Hog BBQ Nachos, but I was impressed. Drinks were fine! (The picture added we already dove into)

We stopped by Hogs Breath Saloon in Key West and sat at the outside bar, which had a great laid-back vibe and is a fun spot to people-watch on Duval Street. Unfortunately, the service didn’t match the atmosphere. Our bartender, Stephanie, wasn’t very welcoming or friendly, which took away from the overall experience. The burger was also pretty basic — not bad, just nothing memorable compared to what you expect in Key West. This place definitely has potential because of the location and vibe, but better service and more standout food would make a big difference.

Ever since I was a teenager I've had this yellow Hog's Breath Saloon t-shirt that I thought was very funny..."Hog's breath is better than no breath at all." I've cherished it and kept it in good condition. It never dawned on me that I could actually visit this mythical place in real life. So I just forgot about it. For 45 years. And then this year we thought why not go someplace warm during the winter for a vacation? I hear the Keys are nice, let's go there. So we do our research on things to do, places to go, hotels to stay at and I discover there's a Hog's Breath Saloon in Key West!!! What??? You mean I can go there? Yes, Virginia, there IS a Santa Claus! And he's at the Hog's Breath Saloon in Key West, Florida. This became a pilgrimage for me. When we drove onto the island I suggested we stop here and there before we hit the bar, and my boyfriend was like "NO. We are going straight to the saloon. We are not taking any chances of getting sidetracked and missing this." We get closer and closer to it and we're in this kind of parking lot and I'm looking all around for it and...where is it? Is it this building with almost no signage that looks like a garage in a parking lot? We walk around the building and finally find a sign and realize that we're in the right place! So it's even better than I imagined. I'd seen the live cams of the interior so I kind of knew what that would look like, but I didn't think it would be a total dive bar. And I'm so glad it is! I love it there. If I ever became a bartender, that's where I would want to work. We had two beers and soaked up the atmosphere, and talked to some nice tourists. We didn't sample the food so I don't know what the vegan options are, if there are any, but the tourists we spoke to said their food was really good, even though what they ordered was not vegan. I spent a long time in the gift shop trying to decide on what to buy and noticed they don't have the yellow shirt that I have from the 70's, which makes it unique and worth about $50 today (plus mine is from the original location in Fort Walton Beach). So I got a red one instead, and my boyfriend bought me a black jacket. I purchased their seasoned salt as a gift for my brother for watching our house while we were gone. He loves salt. I don't think I'll ever go back to the Keys (I go to one place, see the heck out of it and then have no need to ever go back) but man, this is one place I'd consider going back to just to hang out and die there. The next morning I tuned into the live cams to see what was happening and saw a chicken resting on the stage! Such a cool place even the chickens want to stay all night.

I'm basing this review off of service and atmosphere as I didn't have any food. The atmosphere was super great, just a dive bar in the middle of the ruckus and they had a live band playing as well that was way better than I was expecting. The staff and service was great and I didn't feel like I was competing to get a drink from the bar.

We stopped there to have a drink and check out the local vibe. The menu contained a sampling of local "Bar Food". The server was cheerful and took good care of us. My beer was ice cold and my wife's drink was delicious. There was a party atmosphere and live music. This is a fun place with lots of local flair.

Stopped here after catching the sunset based on the reviews. The service was severely lacking and almost walked out since we sat there for quit some time before the server came. The food was basic dive bar good with pricey drinks. Definitely a one and done for me.

Just had beers and no food. Service was excellent. Asked for a ride home and they set us up. Great Merch store. They also had live music!

We go to Hog's Breath a couple of times per month because some of our musician friends perform there so we like to go watch them. Hog's Breath has pretty good food for a bar, and their drink prices are adequate compared to the other touristy places on/near Duval Street.

Came here for a quick night cap and we were not disappointed. We had been told to go here for the key lime pie shooters, so we did! The server was amazing, super knowledgeable (I'm allergic to some alcohols that are frequently put in this type of drink) she was able to rattle off the ingredients of the shooters without hesitation. We also ordered and split the lobster roll which she confirmed that we knew it was the one with butter, not mayo, but thats exactly what we were after. The shooters were yummy and the lobster roll was amazing. Definitely will be coming back here on one of our next trips down!

We saved the best for last. We were here 30 years and the Smoked Fish Dip still tastes the same. This is the only place that makes it better than any other that I've had. The he Key Line Pie Cocktail s worth another shot, but I'd be the butt of some videos if I tried.

Definitely one of my favorite bars in Key West. The live music at night is great. Probably my favorite establishment to listen to music. The dance floor is cozy and fun. Bartender was friendly and quick. Drinks are good, too!

You have to visit this bar/ saloon when you are in Key West. They offer live music, reasonable drink prices and good food. The atmosphere is lively and fun.

This review is based alone on the bar and nightlife! We had a blast at hogs breath saloon while visiting key west. While we didn't eat anything there, we hung out at the bar for quite a while. The live music and bands are unlike anything else. Super talented musicians play all day and into the night. Drinks were fun and delicious! The key lime cocktail is like drinking sunshine.

Best and cleanest men's restroom of any venue I have visited in Key West so far. This becomes more important the longer you stay.

A Key West must. Good drinks and food is good also. Live music and lots of people!! Gotta go!!

The place is alive and vibe is relax and friendly people. They have local taps and at 3 in the afternoon, on a rainy Sunday- place is packed. Live music. Did not order food.

Hog's Breath was probably the best food we've had in Key West. Plenty of food for your money and so delicious! Live music was playing and our server was on point. I highly recommend the BBQ nachos from the appetizer section. The drinks pack a punch also and you get a souvenir cup. Don't miss out while visiting!

If you're in Key West florida. You have to stop into Hog's Breath Saloon for Key Lime shotters and Rum Runners. The service was outstanding , and the ambiance of being in a Grass hut bar on a hot day was very relaxing. Music was very tropical, just right to put you in an island state of mind . Never tried the food, sorry to report it was way too hot to eat .

This restaurant bar is located at the far end of the Duval strip in Key West. If you are looking for hamburgers or a variety of chicken wings this is the place to go. They sometimes have a one man band playing classic music at the front next to the full liquor patio bar. They also have a secondary bar in the restaurant. No frills here on the decor, its strictly an original Key West theme. They have a large apparel store attached to the restaurant. Tourist prices for most items - but most customers here are tourists. Plenty of stores and bars nearby. Great location here.

Pulled Pork? More like "Pulled From The Freezer" Quite possibly the worst meal I've ever had. The bun was hard and stale. The "so-called" chunks of pork had NO flavor and were pale in color, obviously frozen and reheated several times. It was drenched with white liquid that resembled baby-barf, which they claim was white Carolina BBQ sauce, but had no flavor. The fries had pieces that were too hard to chew. My girlfriend had the Brisket Roll, which was more like a Rubber Roll. The bun was rubbery and the "meat" was flavorless and tough. The night we were there Zack Seemiller was playing, which was the most annoying and lame music I ever heard. Hey Zack, learn the correct chords to the songs! The restrooms were filthy and the floors were sticky. I don't know how this joint has such good reviews. Stay away!

Had to visit Hog's Breath Saloon, a Kew West icon, with some friends who were visiting for the first time. My snapper sandwich was delicious. It had just the right amount of blackening season. Our server was great and attentive and the live music playing made for a great atmosphere. Definitely a must go to place while here.

Service was impeccable. Food was delicious and plentiful. Ambiance was interesting with live music entertainment while we ate. Great bathroom facilities, clean and plentiful. Highly recommend to stop in for a beer and lunch.

Nice beer selection and AMAZING live muscle on the Tuesday we visited. I think they booked the Glass Cats band. Phenomenal musicians. Enjoyed the vibe!

Believe it or not I have never eaten here although everything I've ever seen come out of the kitchen looks absolutely fantastic. It is definitely island style pub food so you can get your desired island standby's. French fries look amazing cocktails are fantastic. Staff is amazing and they always always have music just be patient. It can get a little bit loud in there cause it's a pretty small place, it's very dog friendly air so please don't expect air-conditioning that is just not the way we do things in Key west. I am a local and come here often. The other other thing that is really nice is that their drink prices are extremely reasonable as some of the places in Key West can get quite pricey. They also carry a really solid variety of upgraded liquors.

Amazing place Ask for Jimmy at the bar will make you the best Key Lime refresher drink to start the day!!

HOT Lobster sandwich. Thought I was going to throw up. Got rid of a great Cuban Sandwich also

Definitely a landmark tourist bar in Key West. It is mostly outdoors and the summer heat can be rough when drinking. The tourists pack this place full everyday but there is a parking area for the locals. While waiting to get in, there is plenty to look at outside while sitting on a few benches. Roosters also frequent the back area if you are looking for one.

The music of Reggae Lou and the Kind Budz drew us in from the street and kept us drinking and dancing for hours! Hog's Breath is a dive bar for tourists and locals alike. It has a small stage next to a small dance floor, and ample bar areas to grab drinks or a barstool when you need a break. The more restaurant-like area adjoining the bar serves the kind of food you'd expect...burgers, sandwiches, fries, onion rings. This place is FUN!

Was very packed and couldn't get seating anywhere. Took a long time to get a drink. Very popular place so right now this review is more indifferent as we didn't really get to experience it except from the outside.

A key west staple. I only ate the loaded cheese fries, but they were excellent. No skimping on the REAL CHEESE here. Service was phenomenal, but the live music was quite possibly the best we heard all trip. When were there, it was a nice lowER key bar with enough space away from the music to actually talk and hear ourselves.

Nice laid back place. Good service. They seemingly always have a band playing. Food came out very fast and was better than expected.

This place was very good! The service was incredibly attentive and friendly. If I had to recommend any starter it would definitely be the Chorizo Queso Dip. I got the caesar salad. I would not get it again, however I would definitely come again and try something else on the menu because the food overall was really good. I tried the Mac n Cheese and Pork Sandwich and both were amazing, the Mac n Cheese was definitely my favorite. This is a great spot to come for lunch/dinner and/or grab a drink and enjoy the live band!

It is post covid and my first stop after 1998... At first everyone seemed to be bothered to attend us. Our server finally came and saved the day, good people and good food make for a great experience.

We were only drinking on this most recent visit. I have eaten here before and the wings are great. It's a fun vibe and a classic KW stop. The live music was good, but so loud it was almost impossible to talk. I know some like that, but in KW part of the fun is talking to strangers! We had a blast at the side bar. The bartender was great and we had some fun folks around us. The outside seating is just cool. A big tree provides shade around a large center bar and it's covered in license plates around the world. If you've never been it's a must stop in Key West

Only go if you're not drinking. Great bands cool bar. Drinks charge in line with Key west. However barman are told and do only pour 1 1/2 count. Normal is 3 count for a good measure like Tree Bar or Sloppy's and Tree bars is cheaper. Pity to be so cheap for a good bar.

I can't say too much about this place. Only that Stephanie the bartender was pretty much unpleasant. After making a disgustingly sweet drink and asking her for a 7 and 7 and she said she won't replace it. Pretty bad customer service for a once that runs on tourism. If this is the bars policy I recommend making a change and if not Stephanie's got to goooo

They changed owner so decided to reduce the size of the food, snapper sandwich which used to be the best in key west , now is a mini fish burger. It sucks. Personal and employees are not happy with the new owners, Do not go there

Worst pulled pork sandwich. Very dry with no taste The plastic silverware was useless

Had such a great time at this bar last year , great pina colada's, went in on a Sat pm , bartender completely ignored our group of four , we left .... Gave it another try Monday night , asked bar tender if we could have a frozen pina colada , his response was "No" ..... idk what or why it has changed but rude service is unacceptable, what a disappointment, won't bother trying again.... Get it together Hogs Breath ...,

Stephanie the bartender outside here makes the best Pina Coladas. Rum floater, delicious. Past visits had smoked fish dip, very good. Food service begins at noon. Live music from noon till close.

I've lost track of how many times I've visited Key West and Hogs Breath has always been a favorite place to stop in for a quick beer and maybe two or three if there's good music going on. About a week ago my family and I (5 of us) stopped in after having walked around town all day. We showed up in need of everything - food, drink, and a place to rest. We figured we'd spend the next hour or two rehydrating, drinking beer and cocktails, and ordering whatever it took to fill everyone up. What we received was service and an attitude of a waitress that was nearly unfathomable in a tourist town or much less any bar/restaurant on the planet. We were given a table just inside the restaurant area, a few steps out from the bar, where we sat and looked at drink menus and I patiently waited while our party, famously indecisive and needing forever to figure out what combination of drinks and apps to order, figured out our game plan. So much time went by that I was 100% there was no waitress assigned to our table and that we must obviously have to go up to the bar to get our drinks started. I went up to the friendly bartender who started off by making a couple drinks and pouring a couple beers and as he was swiping my card my wife came to tell me the waitress had come by and asked if it was too late to cancel our bar transaction. The bartender and quickly done his work and no big deal I thought for us to settle up and continue on with whoever our server would be. Oh how wrong I was. When I brought the drinks back to our table my entire family said how pissed this girl was, how she complained that we had gone to the bar and had stormed off in response after my family had started to ask for waters. I went back to the bartender to ask for waters and he said if we had a table that he shouldn't serve us waters or anything else. I told him based on my family's reaction the waitress had no intention on bringing us water. He said she had to and, having trusted this nice guy from our previous interaction went back to the table. After sitting down for a few minutes and noticing there was a server frequenting the other tables around us, it was just as apparent she was ignoring service to ours. She even would occasionally scowl at our group. I ended up going to the outside bar to grab a couple waters and brought them back. We had finished our round of drinks and finished our waters when the waitress, a prolonged period of time later, brought waters to my family. The entire experience at this point was appalling and we decided we were done with Hogs Breath for this day with the unprofessional, immature attitude from the waitress having done in the entire experience. We thought we would try to make it up to her and as an apology (because she had entirely made us feel we had committed a tremendous crime that entirely ruined her day) tried to give her a straight $20 for having done nothing but bring us waters and treated us like absolute sh!t and the girl wouldn't even accept it. She was so pissed that she wouldn't even take a twenty from us after all she had put us through. What an absolute total fail as an employee and human being in general. Total fail for Hogs Breath on this beautiful January day. This one waitress needs to go. Despite having lukewarm fond memories of Hogs Breath from the previous 20 years I'll never forget this one experience that greatly sours any good times I've had there.

Key West is known for its vibrant atmosphere, live music, and great drinks, and Hog's Breath Saloon perfectly embodies this. During my recent visit to celebrate my daughter's 21st birthday, we had a great time filled with great rock music, good drinks, and a lively atmosphere. The highlight of our evening was undoubtedly the rock band playing that night. The energetic performance created an electric atmosphere that had everyone on their feet, singing along and enjoying the music. The drinks were good and fairly inexpensive. We were pleased with the quality. The bartenders were quick to serve and showed genuine friendliness each time we ordered. When it comes to food, the fish dip at Hog's Breath Saloon was simply outstanding. It was undoubtedly the best fish dip I have had in a long time. However, the nachos, while decent, didn't quite provide the same level of satisfaction. Overall, Hog's Breath Saloon in Key West is a fantastic place to celebrate, unwind, and enjoy live music. The rock band created an electric atmosphere, while the drinks were both satisfying and reasonably priced. The fish dip is an absolute must-try, and while the nachos were average, they still made for a decent snack.

We always make sure to stop here when I'm key west. Fun environment with live music, excellent drinks and bar food. It's not my favorite place for dining, but it's a great place to throw a few back while you soak up some local entertainment.

Came on a Sunday night for the live music. We enjoyed the atmosphere, although it was busy. Our bartender, Jim, was fantastic. It's worth a visit!

Famous dive bar in Old Town Key West. Good for some drinks and live music. Not my favorite but all the tourists like it.

Considering what it is, it's great value. The food was really good for the price. Hog Legs 9/10 Like delicious fried chicken. Use mustard instead of the plum sauce Burger 8/10 No complaints, no compliments either Service It's giving over-worked under-paid, but I think our waitress did a solid job. It's right next to a paid parking lot so you don't have to walk far. Live music did not sound bad and it wasn't too loud.

A dive located off the main drag in Key West, the Hogs Breath is a must try! It's nothing fancy and doesn't try to be- offering funky decor, a patch wall (walls, really), and a merchandise shop where you can purchase their famous sauces, tee shirts, and other items. We tried a bunch of appetizers as lunch one day. They were all great! We tried the wings, nachos, truffle cheese fries, and shrimp dip. The wings were nice and crispy but juicy on the inside. The buffalo sauce was a little spicy but not overpowering. The nachos were so good!!!! The bbq sauce on top was a golden, more spicy sauce than a traditional bbq sauce. They were loaded with goodies including amazing pulled pork, jalapeños galore and fresh tomatoes. The truffle cheese fries were also great and came topped with a black truffle salt! It was the first time I've ever had it and it was out of this world. They were also smothered in cheese and how could that be bad? The shrimp dip was also good but it's cold. I was expecting it to be warm so just a word of warning for all of you that aren't fans of cold dips! Overall, the drinks were good, the service was great and the food was wonderful. Make sure you give this place a try!

Such a fun bar! Huge space with live music. Friendly staff too. Definitely make it a stop on your Key West tour!

This place is happening so may not be the best if you're trying to avoid crowds. Nonetheless, everyone is here for a good time with live music and a dance floor. I got the Hog Snort which is their blue cocktail. A bit too sugary for me, but reminded me when they had a location in Destin when I was there a few years ago. Overall, just good vibes! Hogs breath is better than no breath at all!!

I loved this place. We went three nights in a row between 8 and midnight in December. The live music was great. The crowd was a lot of fun. The open air concept made it so that it wasn't hot in there and the bartenders were quick and friendly.

Came for the key lime pie cocktail and it did not disappoint. The bar was busy but we were able to find a spot and the bartender was quick to acknowledge us and make our drinks in a timely fashion . The live band was fun and loud and patrons seemed to be digging the vibe here at this beachy dive bar . We left after one round of drinks but I enjoyed my key lime pie cocktail so much that we returned for round two not long after. There's lots of nightlife in Key West but Hog's Breath Saloon makes an awesome key lime pie cocktail so if that's your jam, make sure to stop by!

In past years we have stopped in for a quick drink at the bar. On this visit, we didn't want a dinner but something light. We sat at a table ordered drinks and the smoked fish dip. First off, the waitress totally screwed up our drink orders and brought us the wrong drinks. When I couldn't get her attention, I went up the bar and they said the waitress would be with me shortly. About 15 minutes later she brought the correct drinks. Because my wife had taken several sips of the wrong drink, we were charged for it. Also, the smoked fish dip finally arrived and was one small dollop on a bed of stale taco chips, totally not worth the $13.95 it costs. This was a bad experience, and we won't be back. If you're hungry stay away from this place.

When I think of freedom-loving Americans (thank prez DT), this spot comes to mind. It's like spring break for 30-70 year-olds. Fukn awesome AF. Live music smashing through the fun-in-the-sun sound barrier, tons of cocktails smashing through your liver, and tons and tons of ginormous raw oysters (the size of a catchers mitt) smashing through your stomach, in a good way. I will definitely be back. A must hit.

Super stupid rule to not allow two tables to combine. I mean, the server could've said "I'm so sorry, we're not allowed" or offered some other bullshit reason but to argue with a customer and not be nice is f'n bullshit. Learn your craft, servers!!!! Srsly!!

Typical Duval dive bar with live bands. The night we went it wasn't very busy the band had stopped for a break. But when the bands are playing it can get pretty crowded. Service was ok the night we were there. Nothing distinguishable from the rest of the dive bars along Duval.

I enjoyed a local band and a margarita. What a great time with friends. The bar keep was funny.