Restaurants near Reefhouse Resort & Marina worth trying
Reefhouse Resort & Marina has three on-site dining spots worth trying: Gus' Grille for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Breezer's Tiki Bar for cocktails and evening bites with live music; and Flipper's Pool Bar for casual poolside meals. If you want to leave the property, several nearby Key Largo restaurants — including Key Largo Conch House and The Fish House — are short drives away.
In this guide
- On-site choices: Gus' Grille, Breezer's Tiki Bar and Flipper's Pool Bar
- Where to go for breakfast or a cooked-to-order start
- Poolside lunch and casual bites at Flipper's Pool Bar
- Evening drinks and live music at Breezer's Tiki Bar
- Nearby Key Largo spots to try off-property
- Tips for dining with kids, dietary needs and reservations
On-site choices: Gus' Grille, Breezer's Tiki Bar and Flipper's Pool Bar
All three of the resort’s restaurants are on the property, so you can be in a Room (King - Bay Front) or a Suite, 1 Bedroom and walk to food and drinks without driving.
Gus' Grille serves breakfast, lunch and dinner on a covered patio overlooking the marina; reservations are available by phone. Breezer's Tiki Bar is open in the evenings and features handcrafted cocktails and live entertainment. Flipper's Pool Bar serves lunch and dinner poolside from late morning until sunset.
- Gus' Grille — Breakfast 7:00–11:00, Lunch 11:00–5:00, Dinner 5:00–10:00; accepts reservations (phone: 305.453.0029).
- Breezer's Tiki Bar — Food & drinks roughly 4:00–11:00 p.m.; daily happy hour 4:00–6:00 p.m.; live music most evenings.
- Flipper's Pool Bar — Open daily 11:00 a.m.–sunset; walk-ins only.
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Gus' Grille | Breakfast, lunch, dinner; covered marina patio |
| Breezer's Tiki Bar | Evening bar menu, cocktails, live music |
| Flipper's Pool Bar | Poolside lunch & casual dinner |
Where to go for breakfast or a cooked-to-order start
If you want breakfast without leaving the resort, Gus' Grille offers cooked-to-order breakfast daily. The resort notes cooked-to-order breakfast is an optional paid extra.
Gus' Grille accommodates vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free requests and highlights locally sourced seafood and Florida flavors on its menu.
- Breakfast hours at Gus' Grille: 7:00–11:00 a.m.
- Cooked-to-order items are typically billed separately from room rate or resort fee.
- If you’re staying in a Suite, 1 Bedroom Penthouse or another room, you can still use the on-site dining outlets.
| Good for | Why try it |
|---|---|
| Early departures / families | Reliable hours and kid-friendly items on the menu |
| Dietary needs | Menu notes vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options |
| Quick marina views | Covered patio overlooks the marina |
Poolside lunch and casual bites at Flipper's Pool Bar
Flipper's Pool Bar sits beside the heated-and-cooled outdoor pool and serves casual items like burgers, wraps, tacos, pizzas and the fresh catch of the day. It's an easy choice if you plan to spend the day between the pool and private beach.
Flipper's does not take reservations; it operates on a walk-in basis and runs until sunset.
- Open daily from 11:00 a.m. until sunset
- Menu highlights include customizable pizzas, bistro tacos, angus burger and kid-friendly options
- Great option if you’re staying in a Room (2 Queens - Standard View with Balcony) and want a quick poolside meal
| When to visit | Best for |
|---|---|
| Midday to late afternoon | Poolside lunch and casual family meals |
| Relaxed afternoons | Fast service without reservations |
| Kids | Kid-friendly menu items available |
Evening drinks and live music at Breezer's Tiki Bar
Breezer's Tiki Bar is the resort’s open-air bar with bay views and a menu of handcrafted cocktails, local beers and coastal bar food. It hosts live entertainment on multiple evenings each week and runs a daily happy hour.
Because Breezer's is more of a bar atmosphere, it’s a popular place for adults to gather in the late afternoon and evening, but the resort also notes the bar offers a kids menu and family-friendly food options.
- Typical hours for food & drinks: 4:00–11:00 p.m.
- Daily happy hour: 4:00–6:00 p.m. with discounted beers and well drinks
- Live entertainment is scheduled several nights per week (check current schedule with the resort)
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Setting | Open-air tiki bar with bay views |
| Atmosphere | Evening-focused, live music on select nights |
| Family options | Kids menu items available despite bar setting |
Nearby Key Largo spots to try off-property
If you want to explore local restaurants beyond the resort, several well-known Key Largo options are a short drive away. These include Key Largo Conch House, The Fish House, Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar, and Harriette's Restaurant.
Walking and driving times vary; the resort lists John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and the Caribbean Club Bar within easy walking distance, while many other restaurants are a brief drive along Overseas Highway.
- Key Largo Conch House — nearby seafood restaurant (listed as about 0.6 miles away in third-party listings).
- Harriette's Restaurant — noted at roughly 0.8 miles from the resort by some sources.
- The Fish House and Snappers Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar — popular local seafood venues within a couple miles of the property.
| Restaurant | Approx. distance from resort (from dossier) |
|---|---|
| Key Largo Conch House | About 0.6 miles |
| Harriette's Restaurant | About 0.8 miles |
| The Fish House | About 1.8 miles |
Tips for dining with kids, dietary needs and reservations
Reefhouse labels itself family-friendly and notes that all three on-site restaurants offer kid-friendly menu items. Gus' Grille also lists vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free accommodations.
Gus' Grille takes reservations and has a phone number listed for bookings; Flipper's Pool Bar is walk-in only. If you have specific dietary requirements, mention them when you order or call ahead to confirm menu options.
- Reserve Gus' Grille via the online system or by calling 305.453.0029.
- Expect Flipper's Pool Bar to be walk-in; plan around peak pool hours if you want a table.
- For allergies or strict diets, call ahead to confirm ingredient details and availability.
| Need | What to do |
|---|---|
| Reservation | Call Gus' Grille or use the resort's reservation link |
| Kid-friendly menu | All three venues list kid options; ask staff for specifics |
| Dietary restrictions | Notify server or call the restaurant in advance |
