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Louie's Backyard

Item: Louie's Backyard
Author: Claudia Miller

Cuisine: American, Seafood

Price: $$$

10Best Says

An upscale Caribbean-American restaurant, Louie's Backyard offers island specialties like conch fritters spiced up with a hot pepper jelly or a unique version of shrimp and grits made with Key West pinks, mushrooms and bacon. Finish with a slice of refreshing Key lime pie with a twist--a gingersnap crust. Upstairs, called the Upperdeck, is a touch more casual with a wine bar and elegant small plates. Sample roasted clams or flaming Ouzo shrimp while enjoying panoramic views of the Atlantic. Their back deck, called the Afterdeck, is perfect for a happy hour cocktail or after-dinner drink by the water before a night on the town. Make reservations well in advance, and time your meal to coincide with the colorful sunset.

Address:

700 Waddell Avenue
Key West, FL 33040
305-294-1061

Hours:

Restaurant: Daily 11:30am-3pm, 6pm-10pm
Afterdeck Bar: Daily 11:30am-1am
Upperdeck/Winebar: Tue-Sat 4pm-9pm

Website:

louiesbackyard.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Claudia Miller
Key West Local Expert

Waterfront Dining, Seafood, Romantic Dining: "For a more casual atmosphere, head upstairs to the wine bar and sample small plates of roasted clams or Ouzo shrimp."

Best for Waterfront Dining, Seafood Because: An upscale Caribbean-American restaurant, Louie's unique spin on seafood features specialties like conch fritters spiced with hot pepper jelly.
Best for Romantic Dining Because: An upscale Caribbean-American restaurant, Louie's has been a go-to spot for date night since 1971 with impeccable service and local seafood.

EXPERT TIPS BY: Amber Nolan
Travel Expert

Brunch, Outdoor Dining: "If you visit in the evening you will want to plan your meal around the spectacular sunset."

Dinner Menu
- Starters
  
  Bahamian Conch Chowder
  
  with bird pepper hot sauce ($10.00)
  
  Cracked Conch
  
  with hot pepper jelly and wasabi cream ($14.50)
  
  Florida Lobster Braised In Truffle Butter
  
  with spinach and prosciutto ($20.00)
  
  Salmon Tartare
  
  with avocado, chipotle, and fried plantains ($15.00)
  
  Sauteed Bacon
  
  crusted scallops with black bean puree and red pepper cream ($15.00)
  
  Seared Tuna Cake
  
  with orange-sweet chile sauce and wakame salad ($15.00)
  
  Rock Shrimp Empanadas
  
  with tomatillo sauce and mango-chayote relish ($15.00)
  
  Grilled Bacon-wrapped Duck Livers
  
  with grilled polenta and balsamic onions ($13.00)
- Salads
  
  Salad Of Young Greens
  
  with shaved gouda and chive vinaigrette ($14.00)
  
  Salad Of Boston Lettuce And Watercress
  
  with maytag blue cheese, apples and spiced pecans ($15.00)
  
  Heirloom Tomatoes
  
  with arugula, watermelon and ricotta salata ($14.00)
  
  Romaine Lettuce
  
  with crispy pork belly and parmesan pepper dressing ($16.00)
- Entrees
  
  Tonight's Fresh Catch
  
  Jerk-rubbed King Salmon
  
  with quinoa and roasted grapes ($38.00)
  
  Sweet-soy Glazed Grilled Tuna
  
  with lime-hoisin sauce and grilled bamboo rice ($38.00)
  
  Sauteed Key West Pink Shrimp
  
  with bacon, mushrooms and stoneground grits ($36.50)
  
  Grilled Corinder And Pepper Rubbed Swordfish
  
  with cucumber, citrus, and thai fried rice ($37.00)
  
  Grilled Double Lamb Chops
  
  with port white reduction and bacon mashed potatoes ($40.00)
  
  Roasted Quail
  
  stuffed with apples and foie gras; cider reduction and pumpkin spatzle ($36.00)
  
  Grilled Ny Steak
  
  with potato puree and warm wild mushrooms salad ($39.00)
  
  Grilled Tamarind
  
  glazed berkshire pork chop with roasted applesauce ($33.00)
  
  Prosciutto
  
  stuffed range chicken breast with herb oil and soft polento ($30.00)

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