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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 / 5 — My Absolute Go-To Breakfast Spot in Key West!
Having traveled to the Florida Keys for over twenty years, I’ve tried just about every breakfast joint on the map, but Banana Cafe on Duval is the one place I return to trip after trip. It is the absolute definition of consistent excellence.
If you go, there are a few non-negotiables you have to order. The blackened shrimp eggs Benedict is just to die for—perfectly poached with just the right amount of kick. If you have a sweet tooth, the bananas foster waffle is elite. And whatever you do, do not skip a side of their breakfast potatoes; they're perfectly seasoned and a must-have.
Beyond the incredible food, what really sets this place apart is the hospitality. The lovely French woman who opened the cafe back in the '90s is incredibly sweet and has set a fantastic tone for the business. While tourist burnout is real and you can sometimes run into rushed or rude service elsewhere in Key West, the staff here are always completely on point, welcoming, and attentive.
Oddly enough, despite coming here for two decades, I’ve only ever eaten their breakfast food—but seeing how happy, satisfied, and smiling everyone else is when they leave, I have no doubt their lunch and dinner menus are just as spectacular.
If you love breakfast and want a wonderful, stress-free morning in Key West, do yourself a favor and walk through their doors. You won't regret it.