The Rum Bar

The absolute authority on rum in key west. The selection here is unmatched and rivals many large rum bars that I've been to in big cities across the country and around the globe. The drinks are great and the flights are a great option if you want to try some rums neat. They have a huge selection from local bottling to high end and rare rums from around the world. This is a must stop for rum nerds visiting key west

Cozy bar on Duval. Recommend stopping by to enjoy a rum cocktails or try one of the outstanding Premium Rums (many are local). Features patio seating as well as a bar inside. The Place had a lot of character and would be a great place to stop with your date or friends for a cocktail.

The BEST Piña Coladas! If you’re looking for the best Piña Colada, you’ll definitely find it here. We tried so many in different places and none compare to this one. Amazing!

A great place to stop and grab a drink while in Key West. We stopped in and had a couple as part of our pub crawl we did while in town on our cruise. Small and quaint and really cool inside.

Stopped here for a late-night drink after a long day of driving and exploring. The drinks were good and strong, and the cushioned benches on the porch were the perfect place to relax and unwind while watching the revelers go by on the street.

Blown away by how good a Pina Colada could be, especially at 11am. We tried some others around town and none of them were even close. Kayla M did a great job making it.

Amazing place! Service does not change among staff. Attentive and knowledgeable along with great service. Highly recommend, we went every day so I could have a Pina Colada and my husband had the Rum Punch.

Really great selection of craft, cocktails and unique rums. Staff had great recommendations and was very friendly to my family. The bar cat was even happy to sit with my kid outside and people watch.

250 rums available by the glass! That got me in. And tasting flights: 21 in all. The flights are 5 rums, one full ounce each! That's a lot! But in the interest of research I knew I had to do it. Knowing that they serve no food I fortified myself with a snack and returned. And they didn't seem to mind my munching on a bag of plantain chips while I drank. The rum book is kept behind the counter and given to the drinker on request. It's like 30 laminated pages long, listing every one of the rums offered (many also sold as full bottles to take home) as well as the flights with detailed tasting notes. That kept me busy while I drank, trying to identify "sweet plantain", "touches of cacao", "hints of fig and raisin", and so on. I don't have a super developed palate so I had to use some imagination, but they sure were yummy, each so different, and made me never want to go back to ordinary liquor store rum again. My flight, the "Kepford", at $50 was in the middle of the price range and in my opinion quite reasonable for 5 ounces of unique rums that I would never have sampled otherwise. One of the flights was $300 and I'm sure they are amazing but that's a little pricy for me. I'll stick to the mid-range offerings and I'm already planning my next visit! The single bartender was great. Knowledgeable about the rums and helpful with my questions. In festive Christmas outfits (a Cheers Christmas top when I peeked in the day before and a bejingled Santa shirt today) I watched as she briefly went out back to retrieve the 5 bottles, poured them into good quality glasses and arrayed them in a wood rack so I could keep track of which is which and carry them to my table. Counter service only here. It's just a tiny little bar, maybe 8 seats at the counter and 6 at the tables for two, with some more in the patio out front. About half full when I arrived but filled to capacity as I lingered for over 90 minutes enjoying my drinks, studying the tasting notes and taking in the scene. People tend to stay a long time here. Some were already sitting when I arrived and still there when I left. Their clichéd motto "Come in as strangers, leave as friends" doesn't seem so clichéd here. Crowded and loud and I didn't mind that at all. I was sitting solo at a table so I was more of an observer than a participant but that was fine. Though I was asked more than once about my rum flights, most people drinking tropical standards like mai tais, margaritas, and mojitos. A big fat cat strolled by on occasion but he was aloof and not good company.

I wish we would've gotten this guy's name because he was a great bartender... very friendly, helpful, and knew how to mix his rum! We stopped in on a weeknight after dinner... while walking back to our hotel, we came across The Rum Bar and stopped in and this cool dude with a curled handle bar mustache was working - he was spot on with his ability to engage the customers while keeping business flowing. As for the bar - They have a very large rum list and a lot of rum cocktails on their cocktail list! Very impressive! They have the standards, like Pusser's Pain Killer... but also the cachaça drinks, like the ever-popular Caipirinha. We tried several during our two visits and enjoyed them all. The venue is what we expect, appreciate, and adore about Key West bars too! Definitely stop in!

Phenomenal establishment! The classic and signature drinks are on point, electric crowd and a complete blast. You will not find a more perfect place in Key West to enjoy the widest variety of fine rums in the world, served by more interesting and knowledgeable tenders, and enjoy the company of more eclectic travelers anywhere.

First time being here.. it was late but the bartender still served us even though he was about to close. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the building and about all the rums. Also the drink was great!!!

Back for another trip to Key West and another stop at the Rum Bar! This time, we stayed for a couple hours. Love the intimate space. You feel like you're in someone's living room. Awesome drinks (I'm still not a rum drinker unless it's here) and bartender! She handled the in and out crowd like a champ. Easy to meet/mingle with other patrons or enjoy the game - or both! Highly recommend this stop on your trip down Duval!

If you want to learn about various rums, this is the place to go to. Great decor, amiable service from the bartender, locals at the bar. We did a flight for $40 and got details on each rum. He was very knowledgeable and friendly.

This place has changed Prices are ridiculously expensive Portions cut Not all staff are as friendly as they once were Look I know it sold but- there's a reason why it's always empty Always empty Make changes now before it's too late

Stopped by on a Monday evening walking back from the Dry Tortugas ferry terminal. It was pretty chilly outside at that point and my poor husband had not brought anything with long sleeves - he suggested a drink instead to warm up before heading back to our hotel (great idea!). This place is small, but there is ample seating around the bar and a handful of tables with stools. There is also a little space around the back with a bathroom. We ordered the Island Girl, Rum Runner and Dr Funk - all were delicious and most definitely warmed us both up lol! The bartender was excellent, chatting with everyone and giving recommendations, and we also met and talked with some lovely folks who came in as well. We will definitely return, as all of the cocktails sounded incredibly delicious and it was difficult to decide what to order

Rum bar was great!!! Price is just right and the atmosphere is great. You'll see a some locals and repeats at this place. The bartender, even though polite, could have been friendlier. I recommend this place if you're in town.

Lovely little spot to enjoy a drink in a much calmer environment than what's usual in Key West. Particularly nice if you can find a seat in their small outdoor seating area. Bartenders are helpful and quick, though frankly the drinks are a bit hit-or-miss -- we loved some but were kind of "meh" on others.

Orange Creamsicle, possibly the best frozen drink on the island. beware ice cream headache.

A great place to get a rum drink. Atmosphere is very cozy. Bartender is very helpful if you don't know what to order.

Put The Rum Bar back on your radar because it has been years since Bahama Bob left but it's truly back to being great again. Those who knew The Rum Bar during Bahama Bob's days here know it was awesome and when he left the drinks were good but something was not the same. It's been years and we ran into Bahama Bob (working at a rum distillery), and thought lets go to The Rum Bar and try it out again. I wish I could remember the bartenders name but he was awesome. Amusing and fun and the drinks were excellent. He didn't want to serve certain drinks frozen, saying they will be better on the rocks so we trusted and they were awesome. I think I am back in love with The Rum Bar and will be back soon !

Best Pina Colada Ever. We had a great break from the heat at this bar. The bar tenders were so friendly and even ran our credit card to us when my friend forgot it. We had a good break from the heat here. Try the Pina for sure!

Amazing drinks very cool spot south end our bartender Sparkle(s) is the best My bro in law and I got totally key-wested here. My favorite bar in an epic two day pub crawl

This stop on the Key West Rum tour was quite the treat. The bar itself is quaint and small inside, but full of rich Key West history! The bartender was friendly and welcoming. The Rum Punch sample we got was refreshing and the perfect balance of rum and punch!

We discovered this place in an attempt to find a rum runner, but the bartender convinced us to try the Pain Killer. Thank god he did, this is my new favorite drink of all time! The ambiance is wonderful and the bartender is friendly. Sitting outside was beautiful. I wish I had stayed here the bed and breakfast! We came back everyday and got 2 Pain Killers each. I need to try to make it at home!

If you're looking for an awesome spot to hang out and have great conversation stop in to the Rum Bar. We sat down at the bar and before we knew it we were an hour deep into conversation with the rum aficionado bartender. An added plus to the friendly bartender was we got to sample rum that hasn't even been bottled yet brought straight from Trinidad by the owner who was giving Rum Bar the first sniff. Probably the best experience we've had at a bar in Key West these guys truly love their job and it shows.

We went to Key West 2 different times and both times we had to go back to The Rum Bar! We loved it in there and met some of the nicest people! Would definitely recommend and we will definitely be going back when in the keys!service both times was fantastic!

This is such a fun hideaway. It's small but the bartender makes you want to hang out and stay awhile. He's very knowledgeable and on point with patrons. Try the flight if you can handle it. Or a rum runner. Bathrooms are really clean and cute. Lots to look at while your there. Comfortable place for a few drinks. Not too costly either (unless you get a more expensive flight)!

Very cool vibe, small and quaint. Service and cocktails are perfect. Rum old fashioned is amazing

A MUST when you visit Key West. A small bar with a bold vibe. Clean, friendly & delicious cocktails-the banana daiquiri is a fav.

Amazing bar! The pina colada was fantastic!! Loved it will return one man bar tender.

Went back to the Rum Bar and once again it did not disappoint. The bar tender did a fantastic job with the drinks. Try a few of the specialty drinks they offer like the Rum Runner, PainKiller, dark & stormy and my favorite The Killer Redhead. This is a quaint speakeasy & INN. This place is a must to have a drink or two when you visit Key West. Also read up on the history about this place.

The best key lime drink in Key West!! Actually has a key lime flavor unlike most other things labeled as "key lime" flavored. You will not regret ordering this.

Came here twice during our stay. Drinks were delicious and poured with a heavy hand. Painkiller is out of this world. Toasted Coconut Rum Bar was also very good.

I love this place! Checks off the top key things I love. A whole in the wall off Duval and the best rum from around the world!! The most expensive one is called Dictador!! 160 dollars a shot!! I did not try it that night but next time. I did settle for a fine rum around my range of 15 bucks. If you like fine rum and want to forget about your troubles make sure to stop in!

Great dive bar on Duvall Street, with a rum-running history. If you like low-key relaxed drinking with a personable bartender; this is your stop. Outside seating on patio, although drinks are ordered inside. Heavy on the rum for obvious (name) reasons, but the full bar is well-stocked! Good mojito, but the Toasted Coconut house drink is like a dessert drink with a kick; good enough that my tea-totalling wife had two! We'll be back for more!

This place is so cute! We stopped here on one of our many walks downtown and got a drink. We sat outside on the patio, but there are a few spots inside at the bar. This place isn't particularly large, so I wouldn't suggest coming with too many people. While I held down the fort, the rest of the group went inside to order the drinks at the bar. The actual menu they provide only has about 8 drinks, all rum based, but they do offer full service if you're not interested in any of those. My whole group got a Painkiller, but that is definitely not my cup of tea, so I went with the classic mojito. The drinks were very strong but delicious. I really enjoyed sitting on the patio and people watching. They have some great music playing over the speakers that you can hear both inside and outside. Overall, definitely recommend stopping in here for a drink! The staff is awesome and so are the drinks!!

Best espresso martini I've ever had. This place is a definitely a place you don't want to miss when visiting key west.

I wouldn't start my day anywhere else! Drinks are wonderful and the bar tenders are great.

Love this place. We are in key west every January and this is one of our favorite places. Great selection of rums, and a lot of friendly people

This is the best little bar! More rum than you knew existed and Neil makes awesome drinks! Come on and find some fast friends and enjoy the day!

Another great find!! Our bartender, Neil, was great. So knowledgeable about run, and was great with recommendations! He mentioned recent visitors of Kenny Chesney and Old dominion- check this place out!!!!!!!

It started pouring rain when we first got to key west and so we ran into this bar! They have so many types of rum we got a mojito and another cocktail which literally so strong. The bartender does not skimp on the alcohol, I felt a slight buzz from One drink! Every time we walked by, there were so many people there!

Cute place, decent drinks! A plethora of rum on hand, as to be anticipated. Interior is rather small with limited seating- but not "Covid" approved but any means. Exterior has a few selections of small intimate settings for beverages outside, which is also lovely at night. Also, not the coolest AC for such a small place. But tolerable at least!

Nice friendly atmosphere. Everyone seemed to be having a wonderful time. The bartender was definitely busy but made sure to get my drink. Sat outside to enjoy the fresh breeze and met a local "citizen of the day". Over all my guava breeze and time here were very pleasant. I will say cups are on the smaller size. But hey just happy to get out!

Stopped here on a food tour for a rum lunch. I can't remember the exact number, but they have literally s few hundred rums. Cool place to grab a drink.

I didn't find this location to be people friendly and so I would not recommend it. Most of the island has been very friendly but I can't say that about this location. My rating is based on my customer service experience

Now, I'm not going to try to even pretend that I know anything about rum. However, I do know a good bar when I see it, and this place is epic. It has a casual and cozy atmosphere, a spot where locals and tourist become unified in their pursuit of a Key West good time. My bartender Helen was a rockstar, working the crowd like a true showman. She kept everyone at the bar entertained, all the while mixing up some of the tastiest drinks on Duval Street. Her charm and grace made you feel right at home, which was complemented by chilled attitude of the bar's mascot, a massive Maine Coon cat that had placed himself at the other end of the bar. Besides serving as the perfect base of operations for anyone's exploration of this section of the island, the Rum Bar does in fact rank as one of the world's top rum bars, so enjoy.

Great great little spot ! Tight quarters, tasty drinks and a bartender with tons of personality made this little spot a stand out on our quick trip South! We were too busy laughing and chatting to catch his name. But our bartender went above and beyond to make sure our group of four- and everyone else inside- had a great experience. All in all I think we had a total of 6 different drinks between the four of us. Some off of the menu, toasted coconut almond was raved about by the wives in our group, and some just pure dealers choice. Each time he put thought into the drinks based on your preferences, added humor and made the hour long sit down fun and enjoyable. Don't let the size fool you- stop in for great drinks and a few laughs !

Why 3 stars? Because my mojito was A-OK. --- --- --- After reading the review from the immortal Cassie P, who declared this the best mojito she'd ever had, I knew I had to visit The Rum Bar. We wrapped our dinner before 8:00, which meant that it was too early to head back to the hotel, even for super lame asses like ourselves. As I scoured my bookmarks for one last place to hit up in Key West, I saw that comment from Cassie and decided that I would end my journey at The Rum Bar. When I arrived, the bartender was spending quite a bit of time making another patron a drink. I don't know what it was, but I was excited to see how much TLC she was pouring into it. I figured that my mojito would be of the same quality. Unfortunately, it was just the opposite experience. I was shocked at how quickly my drink was ready, and as much as I love receiving my cocktail within a minutes or ordering it, it generally means that something isn't adding up. The answer, in my best assumption, is that Cassie and I definitely had different bartenders. This was the definition of an average mojito. Think: Holiday Inn bar. And it's fine, because it wasn't super expensive or anything, but I was definitely disappointed based on other reviews, and of course, the fact that the places is called, "The Rum Bar." The bartender and the other patrons were quite the nice folks. And we even had the pleasure of meeting the cat that lives here, who hopped up onto a bar stool like he was waiting for his own mojito. This wasn't a terrible experience, but it certainly could have been better.

The Rum Bar was the only bar I visited while making a stop in Key West on a cruise. I was enticed by the glowing Yelp reviews, but felt that the experience was just A-OK. + Vast rum selection + Cocktail menu + Intimate indoor and outdoor seating + Nice music selection (The Eagles, Cranberries, etc.) - Ordered a classic mojito, but was talked into a coconut mojito with no acknowledgement of a surcharge - The mojito was okayyyyy - Water is self serve - Bartender bashed our choice for lunch plans and talked us into a "local" spot that ended up being completely out of the way and triple the price of what we planned on spending for lunch

Great stop on a hot or cool day. Menu has 8 options. But,..... they are more than willing to customize anything for you. There is seating outside and you can get a cup to go. Wow! It is a part of the Key West Food Tour as well. We did not visit on one But, met a few people who were in as part of one.

If you are fan of rum, and I'm not talking about Captain & Coke (no offense to Captain Morgan), I mean a serious, no f&$%ing around selection of sipping rums, then look no further than the rum bar on Duval Street in Key West. This place is wonderful. There is a large selection of rims from around the world. The bartender is knowledgeable and friendly and the rum cocktails are sublime. This establishment is also part of the Speakeasy Inn (or at least it used to be). Stop in for a drink. You won't be disappointed.

This was a great bar in Key West that we stopped in for cocktails after a Dry Tortugas day trip. The bartender was one of the most knowledgeable and friendly gents that I've ever had the pleasure of talking to. He is a huge rum buff and it shows. The quality and quantity of rum available here is greater than I've ever seen, and he knows the flavors and finesse of each and every one. My friend and I partook in a fruity rum cocktail (which the bartender gave me some ribbing about) as we watched others partake in various rum flights. Honestly I had more fun watching other people talk about, dissect, and debate the subtleties of their rum flights than I did sipping on my drink. They also have a friendly fat cat who will wander by every so often. He added to the charm! Bottom line: great strong drinks, amazing bartender, fantastic company. Next time I'm in Key West I'll be back here for sure!

So here's the thing. We are huge history buffs and love the 20's and prohibition speakeasy places. We FINALLY made it here, after many vacations to the Keys. We drank at many places over the few days of this last trip, and must say, Nick makes the best Painkiller! There is a new place across the street that claimed to make one like the Virgin Islands but it was NOT good, and when we took it back to Nick to "fix", he just dumped it and made me a new one, the right way, lol! Friendly patrons, friendly staff, and nice front porch to have a cocktail on! Highly recommended!

Rude people. We walked in and felt as if we intruded on a private party. Drinks were ok

I saw The Rum Bar on travel guide Samantha Brown's PBS show "Places to Love." The interior has a speakeasy vibe and there's also a nice front porch for enjoying your drink. The rum menu is a tome -- if you're looking for any particular type of rum, you'll probably find it here. Rum flights are available, but there are also a number of standard rum-based cocktail/tiki drinks, including hurricanes and rum runners (the latter is the official drink of Key West). We went here on a weeknight at about 9 PM and it wasn't crowded. The drinks were great and reasonably priced relative to other Duval Street locales.