Florida Keys Restaurants

Michaels Restaurant

Michaels Restaurant Review

White tablecloths, subdued lighting, and romantic music give Michaels the feel of an urban eatery. Garden seating reminds you that you are in the Keys. Chef-owner Michael Wilson flies in prime rib, cowboy steaks, and rib eyes from Allen Brothers in Chicago, which has supplied top-ranked steak houses for more than a century. Also on the menu is a melt-in-your-mouth grouper stuffed with jumbo lump crab, Kobe and tenderloin meat loaf, veal saltimbocca, and a variety of made-to-order fondue dishes (try the pesto pot, spiked with hot pepper and basil). To lighten up, smaller portions of many of the favorites are available until 7:30 Sunday through Thursday. The Hemingway (mojito-style) and the Third Degree (raspberry vodka and white crème de cacao) top the cocktail menu.

    Restaurant Details

  • Reservations essential.
  • No lunch.

Member Reviews

  • Miramar, from Boston
    11/17/08

    I dined at Michael's for the first time a few nights ago and really enjoyed it. I arrived around 6pm, without reservations (which are suggested) and they were able to seat me. I decided to sit at the bar however, as I wanted to order fondue, which is only served at the bar.

    There is both indoor and outdoor seating and the bar is outside, yet under cover. A full dinner menu is served at the bar in addition to about six types of fondue. I opted for the Classic-- which is Gruyere and Emmental cheese with wine and cherry brandy. It was a sizable portion and came accompanied by a variety of items to dip in the cheese, such as carrots, squash, smoked chicken, french bread, pretzel bread and sausage. I enjoyed the fondue a lot. Also, try a Key Lime Pie Martini, which tastes exactly like pie-- complete with graham cracker rimmed glass. Unfortunately, I did not have room for dessert, as I would have liked to have tried the signature chocolate volcano. If you decide to order this dessert, remember it takes 30 min to prepare, so must be ordered in advance.

    I loved my meal here and will plan on returning for future visits. They have many delicious sounding items on the menu that I'd love to try.

    Ratings details: Food: 5 | Atmosphere: 4 | Service: 4 | Value: 4
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