Oceanside Safari Restaurant & Lounge in Florida

"Great place. Fish Taco's with Mexican Corn. Killer view. Google has the location wrong. It shows I was there today. But the directions had me going into Fiesta Key, which is miles down the road on the Gulf Side."

"I visited this restaurant my first day in the Keys during the Christmas weekend. It is easy to access, as it is on the ocean side of Route 1 (left going South and right going North). Just follow the signs. The restaurant offers a beautiful view of the ocean. There was construction underway next door, but for some reason, it didn't bother me at all. It seems the resort is expanding the deck for the swimming pool. It was a beautiful day when I visited so I sat outside on the patio. Sonja was my waitress. She was warm and helpful. I could tell she wanted me to have a good experience. The employees there work as a team. I liked that and Sonja didn't seem to mind the help. I ordered the fried pickles, which I must say were THE BEST fried pickles I have ever had. I also got the chicken, bacon and avocado sandwich and fries along with a margarita on the rocks. The fries tasted like they were originally frozen in a bag and the sandwich wasn't anything to write home about. The margarita tasted pre-made and not fresh. It was all about the service and the view for me, along with those tasty fried pickles! They were closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas, so unfortunately, I didn't get a chance to return, but if I find myself back in the Keys. I'll definitely be back!"

"The review in Keys Weekly was spot on! Had an awesome late lunch there today. Great outdoor dining setting, great service, and great food! We tried the Seafood Roll and Shrimp Basket - yum! Took some Key Lime Pie for a treat later!"

"Amazing dinner tonight with friends from Key West. Great service from Francine and delicious food. So glad they are open! This is our fourth time dining here and we will be back. I am so glad we have another restaurant just across the street that has beautiful views, great service and delicious food. I love the Painkiller too. Great job Shane!"

"Good new find for us at the south end of Islamorada on Lower Matecumbe. If your "old school in memory" of this place, we were confused on Google and looked up "Safari Lounge" where Google has a listing showing incorrect hours & current reviews - a bit confusing since there is also an old Facebook page showing as well (hopefully management will get those removed so no one else shows up like we did one night after the kitchen was closed). We did however, have a great meal there one night - and also rode our bikes by during the day. Once they have some local approvals, they will have an outside deck so should be a well rounded destination! Much better than the original old place - nice job on all the updates!!"

"Fantastic location, excellent water views, lot of history here, locals call it the "dead animals bar" but it has been totally updated and renovated after the last hurricane. Nice atmosphere, drinks and bar food."

"The restaurant popped up on my social media, and we el decided to give it a try. To our surprise Frannie greeted us at the door with the best attitude and so welcoming! Frannie’s service is beyond excellent!! ! Thank you Frannie! The food is great and the drinks on point, thanks to Frannie!"

"We enjoyed delicious pina coladas, tacos of all sorts (chicken, shrimp and fish), and key lime pie with an Impeccable ocean view. Our waitress, Lili, was extremely attentive, kind, and helpful. We will be back again!"