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WHERE TO STAY, PLAY AND UNWIND For the record, there are plenty of places to stay, play and unwind in the Florida Keys; in fact, it’s quite amazing. A big part of the Keys experience is exploring and finding funky, unusual and different spots – but here are some 919 Magazine favorites and suggestions.
KEY NOTE Key Largo’s Caribbean Club bar has appeared in movies, most famously in John Huston’s 1947 classic, Key Largo, starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall (the Gulf-side bar on the water is a big locals hangout, with local live music (and accepts cash only). The movie’s release created subsequent tourist attention for the island. Key Largo honors the man the American Film Institute named “America’s greatest male screen legend” with an annual Humphrey Bogart Film Festival.
BAKER’S CAY RESORT 9700 S Overseas Hwy | Key Largo | 305-852-5553 Tranquil escape – you actually may never want to leave the property. Completely renovated rooms and facilities. Top-notch amenities. Fish on the docks for free every morning (bait provided). Eat, drink, play or hit the water for Waverunner action. Protected beach area with swim platform – and sparkling family and adult private pools, with waterfall grotto. Friendly, accommodating staff.
MRS. MAC’S KITCHEN 99336 Overseas Hwy | Key Largo | 305-451-3722 Funky decor filled with donated license plates. A favorite with the locals, this landmark has a big menu featuring incredible home cooking, fresh fish and award-winning Key Lime Pie. All served up with a smile since the 1980s.
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KEY LARGO CONCH HOUSE 10021 Overseas Hwy | Key Largo | 305-453-4844 Indoor and outdoor seating with a rambling wrap-around front porch. Dine on fresh seafood stuffed entrees and juicy steaks overlooking pretty gardens in this picturesque home.
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November/December Fall 2020
