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A Local’s Guide to Key West

A Man And Woman Standing On A Dock
April 26, 2022

Q & A with Yunior Rodriguez, General Manager, The Marker Key West Harbor Resort

A Local's Guide to Key West

How long have you lived in Key West?

I've been in Key West for fourteen years.

I've been GM at the Marker for over a year.

What makes The Marker Key West Harbor Resort the best place to stay?

The location and service. We've got the best location ~ in the heart of Old Town by the Historic Seaport and Harborwalk and our team is exceptional.

Favorite place to eat and drink?

Nine One Five

Favorite place to eat and drink?Photo Credit: Nine One Five Facebook Page

Nine One Five is one of my favorite places to eat and drink! They are open seven days a week from 5:00 -11:00 pm. Tip: Make a reservation and book your table in advance. The address is “915” Duval Street, Key West!

Favorite thing to do on a day off?

Boating, beach walks, and spending time with my family!

Favorite place to watch the sunrise

From my house.

Favorite place to watch the sunrise

Favorite place to watch the sunset

Fort Zachary Taylor

Favorite place to watch the sunset

Favorite place to listen to live music

El Meson De Pepe

Favorite place to listen to live musicPhoto Credit: El Meson De Pepe

El Meson De Pepe is a family-owned restaurant offering Authentic Cuban island cuisine.

In addition to great food and drinks, you'll want to stay for the music. There's a live Latin band every night from 6 PM to 10 PM. Grab a mojito and dance the night away. Before or after Sunset, this is a great place to go.

El Meson De Pepe is located at 410 Wall St Mallory Square, Key West.

Best Key Lime Pie

Blue Heaven

Best Key Lime PiePhoto Credit: blueheavenkw and sarahrojohnson on Instagram

The best Key Lime pie is at Blue Heaven, located in Bahama Village at 729 Thomas Street, Key West.

Tips for First-Timers Visiting the Island

Enjoy the world-class restaurants and dining options.
Don't rent a scooter if you don't know how to ride it.
Enjoy the water, the island adventures, and the sunset experience.
Plan ahead to enjoy and experience the absolute best our island has to offer.

Must-See & Do

Seaplane to the Dry Tortugas

Photo credit: Key West Seaplane Adventures

70 miles west of Key West, Florida, lies one of North America's most inaccessible National Parks, the Dry Tortugas. There are only two ways to get there, and one of them is by Key West Seaplane Adventures. An unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Add it to your travel bucket list.

When visiting Key West, don't forget to ____

Hydrate! Drink lots of water.

Key West is ____

An indigenous place. Very authentic. Very unique.

Now that you know where the locals go, including some of Yunior's favorites, check them out on your next trip to Key West. #lovethemarker

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"Next door to marina-dock, bars, restaurants. Close to Duval Street. Great service all around."

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