Mangrove Mama’s Florida Keys Seafood Restaurant

Mangrove Mama’s Florida Keys Seafood & Waterfront Dining

Mangrove Mama’s stands as a longtime culinary landmark at Mile Marker 20 on Sugarloaf Key (19991 Overseas Hwy, Summerland Key, FL 33042), serving the Lower Keys for more than four decades. Recently refreshed under new ownership, this Florida Keys waterfront dining destination pairs laid-back island energy with a highly curated approach to fresh coastal cuisine. Lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch with live music remain signature experiences for travelers and locals seeking a true taste of the Islands.

The kitchen embraces classic Florida Keys flavors, highlighted by 5–8 rotating daily specials to complement its expansive menu. Signature starters include hand-rolled Conch Fritters with Key Lime Honey Mustard, rich Coquilles St. Jacques layered with scallops and shrimp, and Ahi Tuna Tataki finished with citrusy ponzu and wasabi. House specialties showcase the region’s deep seafood traditions, most notably the iconic Lobster Reuben, along with Boston-style white chowder brimming with clams, shrimp, white fish, herbs, and smoked bacon.

Handheld favorites feature coconut-crusted grouper sandwiches, a Cuban Reuben with house-fermented kraut, and chargrilled Angus selections. Greens and lighter fare include Caprese salads, classic Caesar tossed with scratch dressing, and the option to blacken fresh catch over any salad for a customizable Keys dining experience.

Tropical cocktails enhance every visit with options such as Key Lime Pie Martinis garnished with a graham rim, rum-forward Tropical Punch with a Myers dark rum float, and mojitos offered in classic or berry-infused variations. Daily happy hour brings drink specials and discounted appetizers, while Sunday brunch adds waterfront relaxation with music from local entertainers.