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Ingredients Restaurant, Bar & Nightlife magazine

10 BarTab Bar Buzz island happy hour guide

16 Calendar of Events

upcoming events march & april 2018

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18 So, You Want to Leave the Rock? by leigh pujado

Publisher Lawrence Bradley, Jr larry@bartabmag.com

24 The Best Key West Bar Quiz Ever by david sloan

29 Profiles john gallo @ mary ellen’s bar, 420 appelrouth ln chris toler @ willie t’s, 525 duval st henry christian @ smokin’ tuna, 4 charles st

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Words by

Bill Hoebee billhoebee@flkeysmedia.com Dustin Kulwicki /dsk707

32 Map of Key West 38 Restaurant & Bar Listings

information on over 100 key west bars & restaurants

49 Eat It

corned beef sandwich @ irish kevin’s, 211 duval st

Leigh Pujado cleighpujado@gmail.com David Sloan sloaniv@gmail.com Contributing Photography

51 Ask Hoebee, part 4

Harry Purdy

by bill hoebee

56 Bars Abroad - Krakow, Poland by dustin kulwicki

59 BarTab Index

happy hours, pool tables, darts & arcade games

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801 Bourbon

Agave 308

Bagatelle

3820 N Roosevelt 305-320-0940 Happy Hour 1-4p Moscow Mules, Bloody Marys, & Mimosas $5 $4 House Wines $3 Domestic beers

801 Duval 305-294-4737 Key West’s premier drag shows every night at 9 & 11p Sunday is ‘gay’ bingo with Mitch at 5p

308 Front 305-294-2042 Happy Hour 4:30-6:30p $6 margaritas & discounted beers w/ Taco & Teqila Tues 5:30-10p

115 Duval 305-296-6609 2 Happy Hours 9-11:30a w/ $5 breakfast items, bloodys & mimosas & 4-6p half priced drinks & $5 apps

Blue Heaven

Blue Macaw

Charlie Macs

729 Thomas 305-296-8666 Happy Hour 3:30-5p Half price beer, wines, wells, & selected specialty cocktails at one of the best outdoor venues in the Keys!

804 Whitehead 305-440-3196 Happy Hour 4-7p includes $3 beers, wines & wells & half off apps

404 Southard 305-320-0204 Happy Hour 4:30-6p 2-4-1 on wells, drafts, domestics & house wine w/ a $5 app menu

631 Greene 305-294-4403 Happy Hour 4-7p 2-for-1 premium well drinks, all domestic & imported beers

Cowboy Bill’s

Dante’s

First Flight

Grand Café

Green Parrot

618 Duval 305-292-1865 Happy Hour 4-7p daily w/ 2-4-1 dom beers, drafts & wells Sexy Bull Riding ladies drink free Wed 9-11p

951 Caroline 305-293-5123 Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4:30-7:30p 2-4-1 doms, wells, & select specialty cocktails w/ $5 app menu & 3-4-$2 raw bar

301 Whitehead 305-293-8484 Happy Hour 4-6p w/ $350 house brews, half off select cocktails, $5 house wines & a $5 app menu

314 Duval 305-292-4740 Happy Hour 5-7p half off glasses & bottles of wine, beers, cocktails & apps

601 Whitehead 305-294-6133 Mon-Thurs 4-5:30p discounts on selected drinks & beers. Music ‘sound-checks’ 5:30p every Fri & Sun

Blackﬁn Bistro

918 Duval 305-509-7408 Happy Hour 4:30-6:30p $7 menu items & $5 select glasses of vino

Better than Sex

24 North

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926 Simonton 305-296-8102 Happy Ending Hour 11p-close featuring discounted select signature drinks

Conch Republic

Half Shell

Havana Cafe

Hog’s Breath

Hot Tin Roof

Irish Kevin’s

231 Margaret 305-294-7496 Happy Hour 4:30-6:30p w/ 2-for-1 drink deals, discounted food items & raw bar specials

703 Duval 305-294-2626 The BarTab’s go to spot for a late breakfast. Lunch & breakfast served 9a-3p.

400 Front 305-296-4222 Drink Discounts on all liquor & beer 5-7p Live music all day from 1pm-2a

0 Duval 305-296-7701 Sunday Brunch $49/person includes unlimited a la carte menu & unlimited bloody mary bar

211 Duval 305-296-1262 Happy Hour open-6p $1 off Narragansett Lager & live music all day long!

Island Dogs

Jack Flats

KWest Liquor

Lucy’s

505 Front 305-509-7136 Happy Hour 4:30-6:30p Mon-Fri 1/2 priced wells, beers & wine w/ $595 food menu & 1/2 priced oysters

509.5 Duval 305-296-7955 12 High Def Projection TVs with personal speakers to listen. Late night food till 1a

705 Duval 305-296-5995 Get happy hour delivered to your front door anytime! KWest Liquors will deliver all your beer, wine, liquor & snacks.

La Trattoria Oceanside

3593 S Roosevelt 305-295-6789 Sunday Brunch 9a-2p with an all-you-caneat buffet, forever mimosas & ala carte menu

320 Grinnell 305-922-2616 Happy Hours 4-7p & 10p-close $3 wells, drafts, & wines w/ half off apps 4-7p

Mellow Cafe

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Paradise Pizza

1605 N Roosevelt 305-745-3874 Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-6p & 9-11p 2-4-1 beers, $5 sangrias & mimosas w/ $7 menu items

915 Duval 305-296-0669 An eclectic seafood & pasta menu w/ full liquor bar. Lunch served Wed-Sun 11:30a-4:30p, dinner nightly at 5p.

503 Greene 305-292-4100 Feeding the over served masses till 4a. New York Style pizza & pasta open daily at 11a with delivery in Key West.

Mary Ellen’s 420 Appelrouth 305-916-5816 Happy Hour 3-6p 2-4-1 food & drink specials Sundays try their Cheesey Hanging Donuts! 12

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Point 5 915 Duval 305-296-0669 Happy Hour every day 5-6p with 2-for-1 drinks open daily 5p full menu until 12a

Smokin’ Tuna Saloon

Prime Steakhouse 951 Caroline 305-296-4000 Steaks, seafood, martinis & ﬁne wine. Opens daily at 6p

Sunset Pier

4 Charles 305-517-6350 Happy Hour 5-7p Discounts on beers & well drinks with live music starting at 6p

0 Duval 305-296-7701 Try their famous Rumrunner, the original recipe, once featured by Rachel Ray on the Food Network.

Virgilio’s

Willie T’s

524 Duval 305-296-8118 Virgilio’s is temporarily closed due to damage from hurricane Irma.

525 Duval 305.294.7674 Mojito Monday 2-4-$12 mojitos Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat Margaritas 2-4-$10 Sundays Bloodys 2-4-$10

Rum Row

Salute!

Sinz Burritos

3824 N Roosevelt 305-320-0930 Happy Hour Mon - Fri 4-7p $3 wells, domestics & frozen drinks $4 house wines $5 weekly draft beer

1000 Atlantic 305-296-1117 The best beach front dining in Key West. Happy Hour 4-6p w/ half off drink specials

501 Truman #1 SinzBurritos.com Burritos, Brews & fresh juices daily 11a-11p. Delivery, take out or dine in.

Tattoos & Scars

Thirsty Mermaid

Turtle Kraals

512 Greene Happy Hour 4-7p & late night 2a-close Sun-Thurs with 2-for-1 dom beers & wells

521 Fleming 305-206-4828 One of the best raw bars in town with Happy Hour 4-6p $2 pints of Mermaid Lager & $5 food items

231 Margaret 305-296-2640 Happy Hour 4-6:30p with 50% off wells, beers & wines w/ food menu specials Turtle Races every Mon, Wed & Fri

Get 2-4-1 drinks daily or 10% off food at 25 Key West bars & restaurants with the Bar & Restaurant Cards. See a list of retail locations on page 45.

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EVENTS

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SUNSET GREEN BEER FEST

24 North Hotel, 3820 N Roosevelt Brews & Beats! Unlimited samples from over 10 breweries. Wear your suit & take a dip in the pool, too. Ticket includes souvenir mug, unlimited beer samples & a pig roast! $30 in advance, $35 at the door. 21 & over. 4-8p GatesHotelKeyWest.com

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SHRIMP ROAD SEAFOOD & CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL

Higgs Beach Key West's Full Moon Experience's monthly beach party. This festival is all about bringing people together to have a great time. BYO food & drinks. Free event, but bring $10 to buy an oﬃcal cup & support the event. 7p-12a kwFullMoon.com

St. Island Marina Village, 7005 Shrimp Taste the freshest seafood the Florida Keys has to oﬀer, accompanied by the ﬁnest Florida craft beers. Live music on the pier all afternoon & after party at Salty Oyster Raw Bar. 12-8p+ ShrimpRoadSeafoodFest.com

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5TH COW KEY BRIDGE RUN

Cow Key Bridge, 5051 Overseas The Only Zero K Bridge Run. Ever. Sleep late, wear a costume, bring your herd, graze across a bridge, win absurd awards, & Burn Baby burn Discow Inferno! 10am-2pm CowKeyBridgeRun.com

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TASTE OF KEY WEST

Mallory Square, 400 Wall A culinary celebration where Key West’s best restaurants present mouth watering samples of their cuisine to beneﬁt AIDS Help. 6pm (305) 295-9112

Friday 20 - Sunday 29

36TH CONCH REPUBLIC INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION Key West Wide Conch Republic’s 10-day birthday party showcases the independent and eccentric spirit that characterizes the Florida Keys.

by Leigh Pujado There seems to be an exodus afoot here in the Keys. After a major hurricane which tanks the local economy, a spike in residents moving away is to be expected. But many people, my friends in particular, seem to be abandoning ship in droves. I am running out of friends, and more are threatening to go. Most importantly, I fear many of the cool people who make this island wonderfully weird are ﬂeeing for the Mainland, leaving us to reckon with the blue hairs, the uber wealthy, and the degenerates.

So, You Want to Leave the Rock?

Yes, there’s always Facebook, but I’m looking for a warm body to have a live conversation with, to invite to my home for a dinner party, to share a bottle of wine with at Vinos, and to join me at the theatre. At this rate, I will be 18

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fresh out of friends by sometime next year and forced to get chummy with wealthy snowbirds and retirees. Don’t get me wrong, I genuinely like many of our local snowbirds and retirees, but they are not my contemporaries, and I can only chat for so long about interior design and how diﬃcult it is to get good help these days.

Before we lose anyone else, I propose we require all residents desiring to move off island to apply for permanent leave. If you are contemplating such a move, fill out this application, camera copy it, and email it to me at: cleighpujado@gmail.com The professional staff here at BarTab magazine will review your application and decide if we can afford to let you go, or if you simply must stay.

APPLICATION TO PERMANENTLY LEAVE KEY WEST Name ..................................................................... Number of years as KW resident ......................... Which of the following statements best describes your biggest reason for wanting to leave Key West: It’s just too darn expensive to live here. I cannot ﬁnd a good job with a good salary here. I cannot ﬁnd a suitable romantic partner. I found too many romantic partners and now no one else wants to date me. I miss the snow! At this point in my life, I need to be near high quality medical care. At this point in my life, I need a Whole Foods and a freakin’ Target! I’m bored. Other: ................................................................... Which best describes your housing situation right now in Key West: I own several homes, one happens to be in Key West. I own my home and am paying my silly mortgage on time.

I own a home (barely) and am in debt up to my armpits. I rent my own pricey apartment. I have a lousy roommate. I have more roommates than I can count. This couch I’ve been living on sucks! (**If you answered (a), would you be willing to rent out your home at a reasonable price to someone who answered (c), (d), (e), (f), or (g)?) Which of the following best describes how and where you spend your days on island: Working at my job. Sitting on this barstool and drinking like it’s my job. Telling the gardener what needs to be done and ordering $30,000 rugs from Archeo. Volunteering, walking with friends, enjoying lunch at local eateries, and other things retired folks enjoy. Have you seriously contemplated whether or not you are suitable for Mainland life after your time in Key West? Yes. No. Suitable? Does this mean I would have to wear a suit on the Mainland? 19

How do you feel about gridlock, strip malls, big box stores, and winter? I love all that crap! Oh shit! I didn’t even think about those. If I can eat my Chick-fil-A while sitting in traffic from the comfort of my fancy car, atop heated seats, while waiting to go to Costco, then I’m cool. Umm, what exactly do you mean by “winter”? Other than gridlock, strip malls, big box stores and winter, what would your prospective new town have that Key West is lacking? (circle all that apply) Suitable romantic partners A Two Bedroom/One Bath for way less than $900,000 Mountains Sports or Concert Arenas Smog Quality schools and universities Chick-fil-A Do you believe your time in Key West has made you a better person or a lesser person? Better. Lesser. None of your business. 20

Which of the following best characterizes your contribution to this island community: I am one of the weirdos who make Key West delightful. I’ve donated a hefty amount of money to local charitable causes. I’ve spent a hefty amount of money in Key West bars. As a business owner or employee, I am a positive part of the professional fabric of this community.

Imagine there’s a going away party for you at Bobby’s Monkey Bar. Which song would you sing karaoke to as a tribute to your time on this island? I would totally belt “I Will Always Love You,” Whitney Houston style. Dirty Dancing’s party ender, “I’ve Had the Time of My Life” Bob Dylan’s, “Don’t Think Twice, It’s Alright” “So Long, Farewell” from The Sound of Music The Eagles “Already Gone” A more modern song than the moldy oldies that Leigh mentioned (Hint: If you answered “So Long, Farewell”, you are too gay to leave.) When describing your fondest Key West memory, which of the following are present: (check all that apply) Key West friends. The ocean. Tropical weather. Live music or theatre. Local seafood or cuisine. Copious amounts of alcohol. How do you feel about iguanas: I think they’re cute. They are invasive and they need to go.

If you were to move oﬀ island, what about Key West would you miss most? ................................................................... ................................................................... Fill in the blank: “If I never see ............................ in Key West again, it will be too soon!” (Please don’t answer “Leigh’s BarTab column.” That’s just mean.) Remember- Please camera copy and email your application to: cleighpujado@gmail.com Thank You! #BarTabMag

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The Best Key West Bar Quiz Ever by David L. Sloan How smart are you when it comes to Key West bars? Test your knowledge and prove your prowess with the questions below.

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From what Key West waterfront bar did James Bond escape through a hole in the wall in License To Kill? What bar, forged from a hotel room, was the drinking hole where treasure hunter Mel Fisher plotted his search for the Atocha?

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What Key West bar owner did Ernest Hemingway use as the model for Freddy, owner of Freddy’s Bar in To Have and Have Not? What former Key West bar does Jimmy Buﬀett visit in his song, “My Head Hurts, My Feet Stink and I Don’t Love Jesus”?

What Duval Street hotel/bar was the site where Cuban revolutionary Jose Marti gave speeches from the balcony while ﬁghting for Cuba’s independence from Spain?

5. La Te Da 6. Captain Tony’s 1. Barrelhead Bar 2. The Chart Room Answers

What 1986 ﬁlm features Billy Crystal and Gregory Hines as Chicago police oﬃcers who decide to retire and open a bar in Key West after nearly being killed on the job?

3. Sloppy Joe Russell 4. The Snake Pit

What bar was originally located on the Schooner Diamante and kept their top-shelf liquor in a ﬁling cabinet when they moved ashore?

Answers are below. Thirsty for more trivia? Check out The Best Key West Trivia Book Ever, available at Island Books, Books & Books and on Amazon. Buy one today.

7. Proverbidioms 8. Schooner Wharf

What is the name of the poster that hangs over the urinals in the men’s room at The Green Parrot?

What local bar, known for their grilled cheese sandwiches, features the beer can collection of Key West author David L. Sloan?

9. Running Scared 10. Mary Ellen’s

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What bar hosts a Jewﬁsh over its entrance that is believed to bring good luck to anyone who can successfully toss a quarter into its mouth?

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For over thirty years Virgilios Martini Bar has been a local’s favorite, attracting locals and tourists alike for classic cocktails, live music, and late night dancing in our inviting garden bar and inside, air conditioned dance ﬂoor. • Live Music 7 nights a week • Sexy Speakeasy

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• Extensive Martini list • Late Night Menu

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JOHN GALLO @ Mary Ellen’s Bar, 420 Appelrouth Ln Full name, from, years in Key West?

John Joseph Gallo, everybody calls me Gallo. I am from Hackensack, New Jersey & I’ve been in Key West 12 years as of February 1st, [2018]. What brought you here?

I was working as a bartender up in New Jersey & one day the owner came in & said, ‘We sold the place, they’re turning it into a strip club.’ I didn’t see a career in stripping, so I figure it was time to move to Key West. Its 5 o’clock on Friday, where are you?

Sleeping, definitely sleeping. [Laughing] What’s your sleep schedule like these days?

I usually get home from work around 6am. I try to unwind & I probably go to sleep somewhere around 10 or 11am. Then I wake up around 7 o’clock at night. Bucket list vaca destination?

I’ve always wanted to go to Turks & Caicos & I’ve always wanted to go to Ireland. What do you have against sleeves?

[Laughing] A couple years back I was getting tattoos it seemed like every other weekend. I wanted to show them, so I started cutting the sleeves off my t-shirts. That combined with 8 months a year of all the sun down here, I just stuck with it. It became a running gag with my buddies. A kind of a signature thing for me.

Do you know how many tattoos you have or is it kind of muddled at this point.

It’s a little muddled, but it’s a little over 28, I think. Best menu item at Mary Ellen’s? Signature drink?

Buffalo chicken sandwich. Jameson, always Jameson. Is there anything, perhaps secretly, that you’re the best at?

It’s not a secret, but not wearing sleeves, I’m obviously the best at that. Any other shout-outs or plugs?

To the crew at Mary Ellen’s. Chris Schultz [owner]. He’s been like a brother to me for 12 years. I appreciate him taking a chance on me when he could have went a safer route. Courtney, who’s my work wife on Fridays & Saturdays. She turned me into a much better bartender. & my regular customers. I thank you for coming back all the time & having fun with me. You can find John behind the bar at Mary Ellen’s, 420 Appelrouth Ln Wed-Sat 10p-4a. He’s also been spotted at 22&Co, 218 Duval St on Tues nights. #BarTabMag

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CHRIS TOLER @ Willie T’s, 525 Duval St Name, age, years in Key West?

Chris Toler. 31 years old. I was born here, raised in Colorado, & then came back here around ‘06 & been to & from since. How long have you been a full time musician?

Since July 9, 2010. I got my first job on Holland America Cruise Ships. It’s like for the real old, old, old people. [laughs] How else have you paid the bills?

I was a carpenter growing up for my father. At 18 years old I left my hometown, where I went to high school. I did anything to pay the bills, man, that was legal, pretty much. How long have you been playing?

I started playing guitar senior year of high school. I was real big into football, had a D2 scholarship in Colorado. I blew my knee out, so I picked up a guitar just for shits & grins. I actually got expelled from school ‘cus I was getting in trouble & my teacher bought me a guitar, put me in guitar class ‘cus I needed extra credits. Go Ms. Miller. Does the process that you take a song through have a name or is just something you do?

It’s just the looper. It allows one person to elevate the sound into a band type of scenario, where you get the percussion, you get the rhythm, you get lead & you can get some ear candy from like vocal harmonies & stuff with one microphone & one guitar.

How long does it take you before playing a new song in public? 

I’m shameless dude. I would make songs up on the spot at the gig. [laughs] If a little Cognac gets involved. That’s a fact.

Describe your singing style in five words.

Acoustic, soul, poppy jazz type stuff.

Who are your biggest musical influences?

Definitely John Mayer, Anthony Hamilton, Brian McKnight & Tupac. Macklemore. Talib Kweli, he’s an underground rapper that’s just a phenomenal lyricist. If money was no object, where would you go tomorrow?

Are there stipulations to this? Do I get to bring my family? My peeps? Money’s no object? I’m a billionaire? Ah man, I’m takin the fam-dammy-wammy. I’d take them to Greece first & then we’d go to Australia. Anything else you want to say to our readers?

Man, just keep checking out the live music scene in Key West. We got new talent coming into town all the time, so just keep the artists thriving, because we feed off of locals’ energy for sure. Chris Toler is on the Duval Street-side stage at Willie T’s, 525 Duval St. Willie T’s Mon-Wed & Sat 9:30p-close. #BarTabMag

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Henry Peter Christian, age 42, I’m originally from Massachusetts, raised in New York. What brought you to Key West?

The appealing nature of the Florida Keys. Running a small kitchen in a little restaurant. The tight knit community & being able to take my relations of fresh heirloom vegetable mindset of farm-to-table. Who initially got you interested in chefing?

That would be my mother & my grandfather. My grandfather had a house up in Massachusetts where he would always pull me up into the garden. My mom, being a single parent of 3 kids, & me being the oldest, I started making dinners & it just kept going from there. Have you had any other jobs outside of food & beverage?

I’ve been in this industry my entire life. I did a small stint packing at a supply store, for a party shop, but that’s about it. Other than that, this is my entire life. Eating at the Tuna for the first time, what do you suggest?

The raw bar. You get to sit down in front of the chef in an intimate setting. It’s an experience you’re not going to get anywhere else. Most meet & greets between chefs & diners, happen in a 4 or 5 minute conversation. They’d run out to the dining room, shake your hand & are pressed for time & run back to the kitchen. The raw bar is my station. I stand there 5 days a week, 5p to close. I talk to you, you ask your questions. There’s an intimacy level that usually is not offered. The entire

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@ Smokin’ Tuna, 4 Charles St Full name, age, originally from?

PROFILE

HENRY CHRISTIAN

menu is available. You can order off the menu, you can order off the craft raw bar. Come to the raw bar, ask me as many questions as you want. It’s pretty freaking awesome. What other ideas do you have for the menu at Smokin’ Tuna?

We’ve got a lot of great ideas. First was to revamp the raw bar, develop its own personality. Next step is the menu, & you’re going to see that change in the next 2-3 weeks. The Tuna has been here for 6 years & we’re going to allow that personality bleed into the menu. The next step is going to be weekend brunch & we’re going to do it a little different. A little bit crafty. Everything we do is going to have an honest farm to table flair to it & is going to be just a lot of fun, a lot of great quality food. What’s your drink of choice?

Beer. I’m a dark guy. I like Guinness, anything from ambers & up. If you’re looking for a unique night out, this is it. Chef Henry mans the raw bar @ Smokin’ Tuna, 4 Charles St every Thur-Mon @ 5pm- late.

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24 NORTH 3820 N Roosevelt, 320-0940 • Poolside DJ every Tues & Sat 1-4p. HH 1-4p w/ $3-5 drinks specials. Food served by Chug Cantina 8a-8p, bar 11a-10p.

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801 BOURBON 801 Duval, 294 4737 • The front bar is the locals’ hangout. Drag shows upstairs at 9 & 11pm, bingo on Sun. Saloon 1 in back is not for the timid or faint-hearted. 4 TVs [w/ porn]

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915 [NINE ONE FIVE] 915 Duval, 296-0669 • Mediterranean– American menu w/ homemade pastas & seafood emphasis. Fine wines & craft cocktails. Lunch Wed-Sun 11:30a-4:30p, dinner nightly 6-11p. 38

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BAGATELLE 115 Duval, 296-6609 • Brunch 9a-4p, dinner 5-10p. HH 9-11:30a & 4-6p w/ $5 small plates & drink specials. ‘Moon Lounge’ deck upstairs & out back is the best, upscale place to hide downtown. Get 10% off food w/

BANANA CAFÉ 1215 Duval, 294-7227 • French cuisine featuring crepes, baguettes & more. Breakfast or lunch served 8a-3p, 6-10p for dinner. Get 10% off food w/

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Get 2-4-1 drinks daily or 10% off food at 25 bars & restaurants a with the Bar & Restaurant Cards. www.KeyWestBarCard.com

22&CO 218 1/2 Duval • TuTu bar on Duval, receive 22% off if you wear a Tutu on Tues. HH 2-5p, open 10a-2a.

AGAVE 308 308 Front, 509-7304 • Key West’s only tequila bar w/ over 70 different ﬂavors & 20+ craft cocktails. Open 11a-1a or later, HH 4:30-6:30p & food till 10p. Taco & Tequila Tues w/ tacos specials & $6 fresh lime margaritas 5:30-10p.

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Bar & Restaurant Listings Listings appear in alphabetical order. If you would like an update please contact us at info@kwBarTab.com Cheers!

AJ DE LUNAS CAFE 316 Petronia, 735-4842 • Classic Mexican-American fare [try ’The Classic Guatemalan}. Breakfast till noon daily. Beer and wine served. 8am-9pm (or later).

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AMBROSIA 1401 Simonton, 293-0304 • Amazing bar, lounge & restaurant. The new look may be a bit much to some die hard fans, but they are still serving up some of the best sushi in town.

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ANTONIA’S 615 Duval, 294-6565 • This amazing Italian restaurant is one of Duval’s ﬁnest. 100s of wines by the bottle & authentic Italian menu. Lunch 11a-10p. Closed on Mondays.

AZUR 425 Grinnell, 292-2987 • Mediterranean fare at one of Key West’s best chef owned restaurants. Brunch 9a-3p, dinner 5:30-10p.

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BETTER THAN SEX 926 Simonton, 296-8102 • Erotically charged atmosphere, sporting dessert dishes like Jungle Fever & Missionary Crisp. Open daily 6p-midnight.

the bier boutique 1421 First, 741 7779 • Midwest style menu with a kick. Eco-friendly containers & craft beers. Try the chili, bison burger or the chicken on a stick! Open Tues-Sun 11a-8p

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BLACKFIN BISTRO 918 Duval, 509-7408 • From breakfast inside w/ a view of Duval to late night dinner on the back deck, Blackﬁn offers savory bistro cuisine w/ a true Key West ﬂare. Get 10% off food w/

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BREAKFAST CLUB TOO 610 Greene, 440-2898 • Breakfast & brunch menu specializing in home made food & espresso. 11 Bloody Marys & 11 specialty mimosas. HH daily 4-7p, opens 7a.

BLUE MACAW 801 Whitehead, 440-3196 • Island eats & outdoor bar with the largest makeyour-own Bloody Mary bar in the keys & live music throughout the day. Open 9a-10p. Get a 2-4-1 drink daily w/ Get 10% off food w/

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BLUE MOJITO 601 Front • At the Hyatt, plenty of waterfront couches to chill on. Light food served & full liquor bar & offering 20% locals’ discount. Get a 2-4-1 drink daily w/

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BLUE ROOM 1128 Simonton, 296-2807 • Cool lounge w/ a rock n’ roll twist. DJ music Tues @ 11p & Fri happy hour for charity @ 5p. Pool room w/ video jukebox. HH 5-8p.

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BOBBY’S MONKEY BAR 900 Simonton, 294-2655 • One block off Duval, activities provided through the week. Mon, Thurs, Fri & Sun karaoke 9:30p. Tues 7p pool tourney. HH noon8p on beer & wells.

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BULL & WHISTLE 224 Duval, 296-4565 • Live music all day, every day. Get 2-4-1 margaritas [or one large] at the bar or grab a table & ask for Debbie’s award winning Bloody Maria!

THE CAFÉ 509 Southard, 296-5515 • Mostly vegetarian entrees, sandwiches & awesome veggie burger. Organic wines, specialty beers & herbal teas. Open daily Mon–Sat 11am-10p. Delivery or take out.

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CAFÉ SOLÉ 1029 Southard, 294-0230 • A few blocks from Duval & some of the most authentic cuisine this side of Paris. Fine wine, sherry & ports.

CAMILLE’S 1202 Simonton, 296-4811 • Island homestyle restaurant serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. HH all day at the bar w/ all drinks half price. Opens 8a-11.

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BOURBON STREET 724 Duval, 294-9354 • The ultimate guys-only night out. Porn on TV, dancers on bars & pool w/ waterfall. Mon is movie night & 2-4-1 Tues. 16 TVs [2 big, 3 w/ porn]

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BLUE HEAVEN 729 Thomas, 296-8666 • Cats & chickens living in harmony & an award winning wine list that complements extraordinary food. One of Key West’s best breakfast/brunch spots.

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CAROLINE’S 310 Duval, 294-7511 • This totally outdoors bar/restaurant is awesome. Great for people watching & low priced menu items. Lisa & Bethany in command. Delivery available. 2 TVs

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CHARLIE MAC’S 404 Southard, 320 0204 • BBQ & seafood with 11HD TV to watch your favorite game. Huge selection of draft beer & food served late night & HH 4:30-6p with 2-4-1s & $5 app menu. Get a 2-4-1 drink daily w/

CHEF DISTILLED RUM DISTILLERY 105 Simonton, 294-1441 • Key West’s ﬁrst legal rum distillery. Taste it, watch it be made, buy it & enjoy. Get a tour through their distillery w/ lots of history. Open till sunset.

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CLUB A 218 Duval, 853-6525 • Upstairs at 218, Thurs-Sun 9p-4a. Ladies nights & Latin music, check out their Facebook page for more info.

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3340 N. Roosevelt, 296-4343 • This is a locals’ favorite New Town hang out. Awesome prices, 2 pool tables. You can bet on a late night crowd to have ‘one more’ on the way home.

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CORK & STOGIE 1218 Duval, 517 6419 • Beer, wine & cigars, C&S is open 10a-11p. Daily wine tastings & a great place to get Key West Factory cigars. Food served & C&S offers delivery.

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COWBOY BILL’S 618 Duval, 292-1865 • Ride the bull WedSat w/ Sexy Bull Riding contest Wed at 10p when ladies drink free 9-11p. Live music Thur-Sat 9:30p. 2-4-1 HH 4-7p. 8 jumbo TVs, 4 pool

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DANTE’S 951 Caroline, 293-5123 • Poolside drinking & dining w/ HH Mon-Fri 4:307:30p 2-4-1 drinks specials. DJs every weekend, tons of locals pounding shots - this is Key West’s premier public pool to get hammered! 15 TVs 40

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DUVAL CENTRAL 203 Duval • Bringing Nashville inspired music to Duval. Local & out of town acts can be heard here 6:30p-close.

EATON STREET SEAFOOD MARKET 801 Eaton, 295-3474 • This unassuming building holds one of the best seafood joints on the island. Serving beer & wine w/ multiple fresh catch sandwiches to choose from! 11a-9p.

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EL MESON DE PEPE’S 410 Wall, 295-2620 • Great Cuban food located on Mallory Square w/ live music daily. Dishing out the strongest Mojito this side of Cuba.

EL SIBONEY 900 Catherine, 296-4184 • Tucked away in Old Town, get great Cuban food at reasonable prices. If you’ve never tried a skirt steak, this is the place to get it.

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FIREFLY 223 Petronia, 849 0104 • Modern, chefdriven Southern restaurant focusing on using the best ingredients & a mixture of traditional & modern techniques to create familiar dishes.

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FIRST FLIGHT 301 Whitehead, 293-8484 • Spectacular outdoor dining area to enjoy Key West’s days & nights. HH 4-6p on drinks & food at the bar. Try one of the micro brewed beers. Open 11a-midnight. Get a 2-4-1 drink daily w/

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DONS’ PLACE 1000 Truman, 296-8837 • Closed for only 3 hours a day. Open 7a-4a evrey day. 10 TVs, 1 pool, 1 dart, 1 GT, juke tunes.

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CONCH REPUBLIC 631 Greene, 294-4403 • This open-air bar & restaurant offers dozens of rums & then some. Plenty of seats at the bar, w/ live music every night. Be sure to ask about the rum sampler.

FIVE BROTHERS 930 Southard, 296-5205 • BarTab’s breakfast spot for an egg & cheese on Cuban bread w/ a colada, but the Cuban mix is still the best in Key West. Open 6a-3p Mon-Sat.

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FLAMING BUOY 1100 Packer, 295-7970 • Fresh dishes & local seafood served daily. The lobster mac & cheese is a must. Dine in or take out w/ delivery as well. Open 6p TuesSunday.

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FOGARTY’S 227 Duval, 294-7525 • Home to the Flying Monkey Saloon w/ Kyle & Ryan serving up the fastest frozen drinks in KW! Lunch & dinner at great prices. 16 TVs [6 in A/C!]

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GARBOS’ GRILL 409 Caroline, 304 3004 • Key West’s most popular food truck, pumping out delicious food in downtown Key West. Open Mon-Sat 11a-3p, 5-9p.

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GREEN PARROT 601 Whitehead, 294-6133 • Probably the biggest anchor in town. The best live acts in the Keys w/ a bartending staff who make slinging drinks look as easy as drinkin ‘em. 4 TVs, 1 pool, 1 dart, best jukebox in south Florida.

GREENE STREET CIGAR CO 540 Greene, 296-5499 • One of the few places to smoke a cigar & sip on a drink. HH 5-7p on premium beers, wine & cigars. Open 11a-12a.

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HALF SHELL RAW BAR 231 Margaret, 294-7496 • Great raw bar on the harbor walk & bar to kick back a few back at & relax. Fish house as well to take your favorite fresh catch to go. A/C-ed bar area w/ shufﬂe board.

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HARD ROCK CAFÉ 313 Duval, 293-0230 • The Keys’ very own Rock & Roll museum w/ multi-level patio bar & restaurant. Plenty of Key West Hard Rock goods available, too. 9 TVs

HAVANA CLUB 423 Caroline, 394 1110 • Opens at 3p & stays that way till 4a. Serving $3 beers & $5 cocktails. Ask about their mini beer pong!1pool, 2TVs

HAVANA KEY WEST 703 Duval, 294-2626 • American/Cuban inspired cuisine serving breakfast, brunch & lunch all day. Get beer, wine, liquor drinks or authentic Cuban coffee. Open daily 9a-3p.

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HOG’S BREATH 400 Front, 292-2032 • Catering to a tourist crowd, but also remains a locals’ favorite. Great bar staff & shucking bar & some of the best bands playing original live music in town. HH 5-7pm & 1-2am. 6 TVs, 3 bars

HOGFISH 6810 Front [Stock Isl.], 293-4041 • Best place for live music on Stock Island. Their hogﬁsh sandwich is a must! Open 11a-12a. HH 4-7p Mon-Sat. 1 pool Get 10% off food w/

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GRAND VIN 1107 Duval, 296-1020 • This wine shop/ bar is a great place to start or end an evening. Buy a bottle, then head to the porch for a table. Vin pours wine by the glass & a few beers.

HARPOON HARRY’S 832 Caroline, 294-8744 • Best known for their diner style breakfast. Food served all day, full liquor bar & low prices & breakfast till 3p.

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GRAND CAFÉ 314 Duval, 292-4740 • Proving to be an outstanding decision for lunch &/or dinner. Serving one of the best menus in town, plus mojitos & the Grand Margarita.

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HOT TIN ROOF 0 Duval, 296-7701 • Delicious martini list & lounge. Sit back & take in the ocean view w/ one of the best menus in Key West. Serving breakfast & dinner. Get 10% off food w/

HOUSE OF WU 500 Truman, #9, 916-5320 • Simple, modern decor complimented by shu mai, bao, soup or standard dumplings. Beer & wines served. Ppen 11a-10p [or later].

HURRICANE HOLE 5110 Overseas Hwy, 294-0200 • At Hurricane Hole Marina, across the Stock Isl. bridge. A haven for locals to hang out on the water w/ full liquor bar.

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IRISH KEVIN’S 211 Duval, 292-1262 • Guinness chugging contests on stage, accompanied by live music all day long. Food served till 12a & full liquor & over 20 draft aiding the staff here to keep you sloshed.

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JACK FLATS 509 1/2 Duval, 294-7955 • Great grub served to 1a or later. This is the place to be on game day. Matt & Doug run things at night, Gretchen in the day. 38 TVs [12 jumbo] & audio boxes.

KOJIN 502 Southard, 296-2077 • This place is souperb! 6 different noodle bowls, perfect apps, a dozen featured menu items & sakes to complement. Get 10% off food w/

KWEST LIQUOR 705 Duval, 294-5995 • All your liquor, beer, wine, smoke, lotto & snack needs right on Duval. KWest will also deliver whatever you need [min $100].

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LA TE DA 1125 Duval, 296-6706 • Outside or inside full liquor bars. Shows in the Crystal Room & piano bar [call for info]. HH 4-6:30p 50% off all cocktails.

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MANGIA MANGIA 900 Southard, 294-2469 • Fresh seafood, homemade pasta made daily & the Keys’ most famous pesto. Great outdoor garden to dine in. Get 10% off food w/

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MANGOES 700 Duval, 292-4606 • Upscale, relaxing, patio complete w/ outdoor bar. Sit back & watch the entertainment of Duval while dining or sipping on a cocktail.

LA TRATTORIA 524 Duval, 296-1075 • Classic cuisine & impressive wine list - probably the Keys’ best Italian! The street side bar is perfect to sip on libations w/ over 20 speciality martinis. Open nightly 5:30p.

LA TRATT OCEANSIDE 3593 S Roosevelt, 295-6789 • New town venue, perfect for those who want to avoid downtown. Indoor & outdoor seating w/ a delicious seafood-Italian cuisine. Sunday brunch 9a-2p. Open 5p

LITTLE PEARL ✆ 632 Olivia, 204-4762 • Fish house/wine bar, amazing ambiance with a menu to match. Limited seating, so call ahead. Open daily at 5p w/ HH 5-6p $5 wines & apps.

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LITTLE ROOM JAZZ CLUB 821 Duval, 741-7515 • The Keys premier jazz club. Classy without being too upscale. Located on the 800 of Duval. HH 5-8p & live music nightly.

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LUCY’S 320 Grinnell, 922-2616 • Serving a coastal friendly menu of tacos, entrees & sandwiches. HH 4-7p w/ $3 drink deals & 1/2 priced apps & drink HH 10p-close. Open 11a-1a (or later). 10% off w/ 2-4-1 drinks w/

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ISLAND DOGS 505 Front, 509-7136 • Street-side seating just steps off Duval. Live music Wed-Fri. Nice blend of casual & upscale bar. Open late w/ food till the crowd dies down. HH 4:30-6:30p Get a 2-4-1 drink daily w/

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MARGARITAVILLE 500 Duval, 292-1435 • Daytime the restaurant jams. Bands take the stage at 9p Tues-Sunday. If you didn’t know already, try a margarita & cheeseburger.

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MARTIN’S 917 Duval, 295-0111 • European-style fare nicely settled on upper Duval. w/ street-side lounge seating & a menu Chef Martin has been perfecting for over 20 years in KW.

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MARY ELLEN’S 420 Appelrouth, 916-5816 • Dozens of canned beer. Get a 16oz PBR, whiskey shot & slim jim for only 6 bucks. Cookin’ grilled cheese & great ﬁres to sober you up, too.

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MELLOW CAFE 1605 N Roosevelt, 745 3874 • Craft beers, tacos & smoothies. HH Mon-Fri 4-6p & 9-11p $7 menu items, 2-4-1 beers, $5 sangria & mimosa. Open Mon-Sat at 8a-ish & Reggae Sundays 1-7p.

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MICHAELS 532 Margaret, 295-1300 • In the back streets of Old Town, this is a Key West favorite. Owner & Chef Michael Wilson offers a classic menu w/ an island twist.

MR. Z’S 501 Southard, 296-4445 • Grinders, pizza, & the best cheesesteaks in Key West! Open till 4a every night, just a half block off Duval. Draft beers served, too.

MR. Z’S NEWTOWN 2798 N Roosevelt, 296-5306 • This Z’s offers some indoor seating as well. Open 11a-midnight w/ the same great menu.

OLD TOWN MEXICAN CAFÉ 609 Duval, 296-7500 • Beer & wine w/ a handful of Mexican beers, but we opt for the pitchers of sangria.

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ORCHID BAR 1004 Duval, 296-9915 • This boutique bar is found at the Orchid Inn. Open 12p-10p or later, HH 5-7p 20% off all drinks. ORIGAMI

1075 Duval, 294-0092 • Outdoor sushi restaurant, coupled w/ astounding sushi & a large supply of sake.

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THE OTHER SIDE 420 Caroline, 517 6358 • Handcrafted cocktails made from the highest quality spirits & ingredients. Open 5p-1a [or later].

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PARADISE PIZZA 503 Greene, 292-4100 • Pizza by the slice plus a full menu till 2am [or later] at some of the best prices on the island.

POINT 5 915 Duval, 296-0669 • Craft cocktails, beers, wines & eats. 2nd story balcony overlooking Duval, great for people watching. Full menu until 12a. Opens at 5p in season w/ a small plates menu.

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THE PORCH 420 Caroline, 517-6358 • Jedi, unicorn & hipsters drinking carefully selected craft beers. Bottles of wine to go or camp out on the porch. $2 off drafts & wine 4:30-6:30p.

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PRIME STEAKHOUSE 951 Caroline, 296-4000 • This could be one of our favorites. Excellent steaks & seafood entrees, complimented by an outstanding wine list. The bone-in ribeye is the house specialty. Opens at 6p daily.

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MATT’S STOCK ISLAND 7001 Shrimp[Stock Isl.], 296-1717 • Industrial & rustic design serving American coastal comfort food B, L & D.

RED FISH BLUE FISH 407 Front, 295-7447 • Steps away from Mallory Square, serving some of the best seafood in town great pre & postsunset destination. Get a 2-4-1 drink daily w/

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ROOFTOP CAFE 308 Front, 294-2042 • Great deck overlooking Front St. Live music playing regularly w/ one of the better martini lists in Key West. 10% off w/ 2-4-1 drinks w/

ROOSTICA 528 Front, 292-7862 • Wood-burning oven pizzas & other Italian selections. PT’s throw-back menu items every Thurs. Open daily 11a-10p. Get 10% off food w/

THE RUM BAR 1117 Duval, 296-2680 • Over 250 selections of rum, try a ﬂight of 5 types for $25. Open 11am-midnight or later w/ a full liquor bar.

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SEVEN FISH 921 Truman, 296-2777 • Eclectic menu w/ emphasis on local catch, full liquor bar & great bar to sip on a cocktail or glass of wine while enjoying superb seafood.

THE SALTY ANGLER 1114 Duval, 741 7071 • A ‘ﬁshing bar w/ a smoking problem’ of BBQed meats. Ask about their adult milk shakes. Open 11a-11p [or later].

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SALUTE! 1000 Atlantic, 292-1117 • Get to Higgs Beach for a terriﬁc beach front treat. A casual atmosphere dishing up lunch & dinner. HH 4-6p w/ $1 off drinks w/ a great sunset view.

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SHANNA KEY 1900 Flagler, 295-8880 • Great selection of ales & some of Key West’s favorite Irish food coming here & served till 3a. 7 TVs, 1 GT ‘06, internet juke tunes.

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SHIMP DADDY’S 908 Kennedy, 294-4818 • Hidden in the mini-malls of New Town, this is an escape from the clubs on Duval. Open 9a-4, w/ HH 4p-8p, 13 TVs, 3 pool

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SINZ BURRITOS 500 Truman #1 • Burritos, brews & 7 sins painted by 7 artists [you need to check this art out!]. Open 11a-10p or later.

SANTIAGO’S BODEGA 207 Petronia, 296-7691 • Tapas dishes & great wine. This place gets busy, so be sure to call ahead for a table. HH 3-6 w/ a $5 tapas menu & drink discounts. 10% off food w/

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SANDBAR 511 Greene, 916 5530 • Sports-beach bar theme w/ daily food specials MonThurs. HH noon-4p w/ 1/2 priced drink specials.

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SHOR 601 Front, 809-4000 • Ocean view & delicious seafood cuisine. The Shor captures the essence of contemporary cuisine.

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SCHOONER WHARF 202 William, 292-3302 • Spacious harbor front bar where the din of local chatter & live music ﬁlls the air all day. See the only Bar Magician in the Keys. 2 TVs, 1 pool Get a 2-4-1 drink daily w/

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RUM ROW 3824 N Roosevelt, 320 0930 • Craft cocktails, sun & pool. Live music WedSat 4-7p & Sun 12-6:30p. Food served by The Blind Pig 7a-10p, bar 11a-10p. HH Mon – Fri 4-7p $3-5 drink specials.

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SHOTS & GIGGLES Greene & Ann, 414-8272 • Beer & wine bar a half block off the 200 block of Duval. 30% off at the bar HH 5-7p. Great place to stop for one or more.

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SLOPPY JOE’S 201 Duval, 294-5717 • There’s enough entertainment from people watching alone, & also serving up live music all day.

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SOUTHERNMOST BEACH CAFÉ 1405 Duval, 295-6550 • Beach side restaurant that braves the morning to serve you breakfast. One of the few bars on Key West w/ a beach & chair rentals. HH Sun-Thur 4-6p. 6 TVs Get a 2-4-1 drink daily w/

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SMOKIN’ TUNA 4 Charles, 517 6350 • Great seafood & raw bar, w/ live music nightly @ 6pm1am by amazing singer / songwriter. Grab a world famous t-shirts right off Duval. Food till 11p.

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THIRSTY MERMAID 521 Fleming, 204 4828 • Restaurant & raw bar open daily 11a-11p. Full menu with small plates, sandwiches & ample seafood. HH 4-6p w/ $2 pint & $5 food.

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TIKI HOUSE 430 Greene • 70s style tiki lounge park just off Duval. 2-4-1 HH on premium wells, draft beers & Zombies drinks 4-6pm. DJ on the weekend.

SUNSET PIER 0 Duval, 296-7701 • This could be the beginning or end of your Duval crawl. A great place for sunsets on their extra long seated pier. Get a 2-4-1 drink daily w/

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SUNSET TIKI @ GALLEON 617 Front, 295-0207 • Locals’ favorite sunset spot. Massive deck & live music daily. 2-4-1 specials during HH 5-7p.

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TATTOOS & SCARS 512 Greene, 517-6610 • Open till 4am every day no matter what & the only place in Key West to catch all the UFC ﬁghts. 2-4-1 HHs 4-7p daily & late night Sun-Thur 2a-close. 1 pool, 8 TVs

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TAVERN N TOWN 3841 Roosevelt, 296-3676 • Ask about their water taxi. 2-4-1 HH 5-7p & 9-11p, plus on Tues & Thurs $7 tapas.

TEASERS [DOWNSTAIRS] 218 Duval, 292-0486 • Nothing better than a adult entertainment club you can slip into on the 200 block. Get to know one of the girls at the circler stage.

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WATERFRONT BREWERY 201 William, 440-2270 • Full liquor bar & craft drafts from Florida including their award winning beers made on site. Open 11a-11p. HH 4-6:30p w/ half priced WFB beers, wells & glasses of wine.

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WET WILLIE'S 126/128 Duval, 789-7165 • Try one of their 18 delicious, frosty daiquiri ﬂavors or swirl our colorful daiquiris together to make your own ﬂavor. Open 10a-12a.

TURTLE KRAALS 231 Margaret, 294-2640 • Harbor views serving a Cuban/seafood menu. Get a birds eye-view of things at the Tower Bar. Turtle Races Mon, Wed & Fri at 7p.

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STONED CRAB 3101 Roosevelt, 294-4350 • At the Ibis Bay Resort, breakfast starting at 8a, & food served till 10:30p. 2-4-1 drink daily

VINO’S 810 Duval, 294-7568 • 2 great tables on their raised on-street patio & offering 16 wines by the glass, a variety of wine by the bottle & beers. Open noon-1a.

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VIRGILIO’S 524 Duval, 296-8118 • Upscale martini bar behind La Trattoria. Live rock Wed, Latin night Thurs, & rotating bands Fri & Sat. $5 martini every Mon night! Food served till close, open 7p-2a [or later].

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WILLIE T’S 525 Duval, 294-7674 • Serving 31 ﬂavors of mojitos & daily drink specials. Late night menu w/ panini, pizzas & more. Mojito Mondays 2-4-$12. Live music all day, every day & night starting at 11a.

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Ask Hoebee, part 4 by Bill Hoebee

An advice column, if you feel you need advice from a grossly dysfunctional, extremely sarcastic, somewhat insensitive smart-ass with from what I’ve been told - Peter Pan syndrome.

Question: In most historic cities they have

horse drawn carriage tours, how come Key West doesn’t? Me: Two words, ‘Road Apples.’ The locals feel we have enough turds lying around on the streets already.

Question: There seems to be tons of jobs available in Key West. Are there not enough people here to ﬁll them? Me: There’s a huge aﬀordable housing problem, which I feel could be solved by simply… There is no solution. Question: What’s dating like in Key West? Me: After awhile the free natured sport that

is akimbo to the islands means you’re likely to have ‘dated’ every available person if you live here long enough. It’s a tad uncomfortable constantly running into people who you never called back and pretending your phone is broken.

Question: I thought I saw 70s TV icon Gary

Coleman in Key West the other day. Does he live here? Me: Unfortunately, the real Gary Coleman doesn’t live here & is actually no longer living. There is no lack of Gary Coleman impersonators in Key West however. Some of the other celebrities who call Key West home are, “the guy who played Eddie Haskell on “Leave it to Beaver,” Lamont from Sanford & Son and at least a dozen people who have been featured on the CNBC show “American Greed.” And of course the guy who can snort a bag of skittles at Mallory Square, (not oﬃcial participant.)

Question: What are some of your favorite things to do in Key West? Me: I love to ﬁnd money on the street-a parking meter with time left, an open seat at my favorite bars in the winter and of course, answering people questions. (Okay, the last part was a lie.) Question: When is the best time to visit Key West?

Me: When you have enough experience here

to know what you like & enough money to do it. #BarTabMag

Question: I was at the beach the other day

and a guy oﬀered to teach me to make a palm frond bowl for ten dollars. He then went to the bathroom and never returned. Do you know who this nefarious character is? Me: I do. He calls himself ‘Bad Baxter.’ First oﬀ, he couldn’t teach a chimp to throw monkey shit if he had two years of training and a truck load of ex-lax®. Second, you would have hated hanging out with him. He only talks about how much he hates the government and if you look closely at his upper right biceps he has a ‘prison tattoo’ of Charlie Brown shooting up. Consider your experience a lesson learned.

Question: Why does everything cost so much more here than on the mainland?

Me: Perhaps because we’re on a tropical

island 150 miles from the ‘real world’ and it costs a lot to get it down here. Or people will charge what people are willing to pay. Paradise is NOT cheap. Got It?

Question: How hard is it to ﬁnd a ‘lady of the night’ in Key West?

Me: Ask yourself this; Is a tight waistline and

a full set of teeth an absolute necessity? If you answered ‘No,’ proceed with caution. The local crime report is ﬁlled with stories of late night drunken horn dogs getting scammed by a ‘chunky temptresses.’

Question: Before my ﬁrst visit here,

all my online research and advice from friends who’ve been here, all explain that Key West is more than just a place, it is a ‘feeling…’ Can you explain that to me? Me: I probably could, but think it would be better if you were to ﬁnd the ‘feeling’ for yourself - cause it’s diﬀerent for everybody. From trust fund babies, to starving artists to folks looking for a new start on a tropical island, the ‘feeling’ might change the longer you’re here. Got the feeling of being a ‘part’ of this island is one you’ll know when you get it. I love my town - I hope you do too. 52

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by Dustin Kulwicki

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Krakow is the 2nd largest & one of the oldest cities in Poland. The city itself with its stunning architecture dates back to the 7th century. Many tourists come through Krakow to visit Auschwitz concentration camp, but I suggest sticking around for more than a few days. The city is beautiful, & you should walk through it slowly. Hearing the trumpets play, & the guitarists echo through the stone paths ahead. Stop for a well made doughnut or a hot beer - you are in Poland. It truly is a mid evil city, almost every bar & restaurant has an underground area. That is an adventure on its own. Chlopskie Jadlo is a local cuisine in the center of the city. Servers wear traditional clothing & upon sitting down you will receive fresh slices of bread with pickles, sour kraut, & lard. The menu expands from hearty soups, to potato pancakes with salmon, sour cream herring, beef tartar, & of course dumplings. For most people in Poland the main meal is eaten after 2pm & is typically larger that an American lunch. With traditional music playing inside, you can really soak in what classic Poland felt like. Polish doughnuts, Paczki, are a big part of Poland's food culture - Fat Thursday. Pastries are found all over the city in windows along the walk ways. Usually full of jelly or some kind of sweet filling, typically splashed with Polish vodka as an ingredient. The most popular place to stop in for coffee & doughnuts is at House of Donuts. There are different desserts everyday including gluten free & vegan options this little shop has some fantastic choices on sweets. Make sure to try to traditional plum filling or rose jam. Ursa Maior independent brewery has made some of the best tasting beers I have had on this planet. Smooth & strong hovering over 7% tasting like sparkling grape fruit. Mead & Belgium yeasts, mint & herbal bitterness - that is pleasantly warming causing a full contrast to your senses. I would fly back to Poland just to drink this beer - hats off to you Ursa Maior.

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