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El Meson de Pepe


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#18 of 205 restaurants in Key West
  • Cuisines: Cuban, Spanish
  • Average price*: £ 11 ($ 18)
  • Address: 410 Wall St, Key West, FL 33040
  • Phone:  (305) 295-2620
  • Fax:  (305) 295-2623
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Reviews of El Meson de Pepe

( 1-10 of 89 )
15 Jun 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

We visit Key West fairly frequently (at least 2 or 3 times a year) and we always wanted to eat here. We have seen the dancing outside and smelled the great food, but have always seemed to run out of time. Luckily on this trip we finally were in the right spot at the right time! We were hungry after... more

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2 of 5 stars
Jupiter, FL
9 Jun 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Recently visited as a party of 25. We were very excited to visit however once they saw our large party they insisted on one check. We explained that we would have about 8 checks and they proceeded to just get nasty about it stating they could only do one check. I personally thought they would be happy to have us... more

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4 of 5 stars
Seattle Wa
8 Jun 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

We ate here on our first night in Key West and were not disappointed. Drinks were great, we had Al Ajillo (shrimp) and the special, which was seafood stew. We ate outside and they had dancing in the street behind us. They also have TV's up that you can watch the dancing, if you're not seating where you can see... more

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4 of 5 stars
South Florida
28 May 2009

My husband and I ate here on our 1st night to Key West. The service was excellent, we chose the paella for 2 and were not disappointed! There was live music nearby, and close to Mallory Square festivities. We even had a visitor to our table (a cute stray cat) looking for a treat. more

21 May 2009

This is our third visit to El Meson de Pepe -- Once each year -- the last 3 years -- The first two times were great -- and impressed us enough to specifically recommend El Meson and took friends for lunch. Unfortunately --this time the experience was not so good -- The food was mediocre -- and our waiter was... more

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5 of 5 stars
columbus, in
15 May 2009
2/3 found this review helpful

We used to always stop here for a mojito before watching the Mallory Square sunset celebration. This trip we decided to share some appetizers and mojitos following it instead, so we could have the pleasure of sitting on the garden patio, listening to the music, and watching people dance. We had the #7 Mollete a la Pancho and the #16... more

12 May 2009

We arrived late mid-afternoon. The lunch menu was actually closed but our waiter went to the kitchen to ask if they could still do Cuban sandwiches. They did. The sandwiches were very good but not special. The service however, was terrific! Our waiter, Orlando, was personality plus with a great sense of humor and a willingness to share his knowledge... more

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5 of 5 stars
Cincinnati, Ohio
6 May 2009

We did not eat at this restaurant because we found it so late in our trip, but it will be on our list to try next time. We heard the food was wonderful. However, the atmosphere is absolutely worth a trip alone! Located in a large, old brick building situation right off the water in Mallory Square, when we walked... more

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5 of 5 stars
Round Rock, TX
26 Apr 2009

Just got back from Key West and we had a chance to eat at El Meson de Pepe. The food was great and the atmosphere was fun. We sat outside and listened to the live band playing just after sunset and it was a great all around experience. Highly recommend El Meson de Pepe for both the food and the... more

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5 of 5 stars
On The Water
4 Apr 2009

IF you want an authentic, quality meal- this is your place! This was our second time here dining at this WONDERFUL place! It has become our most favorite every time we come down to Key West. For authentic flavor, quality and a beautiful atmosphere this is THE place in town! Picky eaters still find something to love about this place.... more

Reviews of El Meson de Pepe

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El Meson de Pepe Address

410 Wall St, Key West, FL 33040
Tel: (305) 295-2620 Fax: (305) 295-2623
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.