Two Friends Patio Restaurant & Bar

Two Friends Patio Restaurant: Historic Key West Dining, Live Music & Breakfast Favorites

Two Friends Patio Restaurant has been a historic Key West establishment since its origins as a saloon prior to the 1886 fire. Recognized among TripAdvisor’s Top 10% restaurants worldwide, this celebrated venue has hosted the island’s first female bartender, welcomed treasure hunter Mel Fisher, and served the first draft beer in Key West. Patrons enjoy award-winning seafood dishes—including the renowned Basin Street Broiled Oysters—and char-grilled steaks and burgers in a vibrant open-air setting enhanced by live music daily and a Happy Hour from 4–6 p.m.

Breakfast at Two Friends Patio Restaurant is as memorable as its storied past. Serving breakfast daily starting at 8 a.m. (until 12 p.m. on weekdays and 12:30 p.m. on weekends), the menu features a blend of classic American favorites with a local twist. Sample offerings include a delicious French Toast topped with fresh strawberries, hearty egg sandwiches, and savory scrambled eggs accompanied by crispy potato bites and wheat toast. These breakfast favorites provide an energizing start to a day immersed in the unique culture of Old Key West.