Louie’s Backyard
Louie’s Backyard serves modern seafood fine dining at 700 Waddell Ave, with waterfront views and Opinionated About Dining recognition.
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- Address
- 700 Waddell Ave, Key West, FL 33040, United States
- Phone
- +1 305-294-1061
- Website
- louiesbackyard.com
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Floribbean seafood and named dishes
Modern seafood fine dining here centers on Floribbean cooking, with shrimp and grits, cracked conch, and lobster braised in truffle butter as named dishes.
Waterfront terrace dinner
Waterfront terrace seating frames a leisurely dinner, and conversational noise supports a conversation-led plan. The format is upscale casual with smart casual dress.
Lobster braised in truffle butter and craft cocktails
Lobster braised in truffle butter can sit alongside craft cocktails, while Opinionated About Dining ranked the restaurant #155 in Casual in North America in 2024 and Highly Recommended it in 2023.
Side-by-Side Snapshot
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louie’s Backyard | Modern Seafood Fine Dining | $$$$ | Old Town | |
| Four Marlins Oceanfront Dining | Oceanfront Seafood | $$$ | , | Key West |
| The Stoned Crab | Fresh Local Seafood with Stone Crab Specialty | $$ | , | Stock Island |
| Stinkin Crawfish Key West | Cajun Seafood Boil | $$ | , | Duval Street |
| Flagler's Restaurant | Baja-Med Coastal Cuisine | $$$$ | , | Old Town |
| VIV Wine Bistro | French Bistro & Natural Wine Bar | $$$ | , | Bahama Village |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Recommended
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Ranked #155
Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Highly Recommended
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At a Glance
- Romantic
- Scenic
- Elegant
- Intimate
- Well Known
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Celebration
- Waterfront
- Terrace
- Craft Cocktails
- Waterfront
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5–9 p.m.
- Tuesday
- 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5–9 p.m.
- Wednesday
- 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5–9 p.m.
- Thursday
- 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5–9 p.m.
- Friday
- 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5–9 p.m.
- Saturday
- 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5–9 p.m.
- Sunday
- 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 5–9 p.m.
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Romantic with dim lighting, ocean breezes on decks and porches, blending upscale charm with relaxed Key West vibe.