We were a little hesitant to visit this restaurant because it is downtown and we were looking for oceanfront dining. However, we decided to give it a try one evening and was absolutely blown away! Our experience started when the hostess greeted us at the door and told us that she was "happy that we came in"! We were seated... more

Made the mistake of going just before the free movie in the park (?). Very crowded, so we ate in the bar area, another mistake. Blame ourselves. Appetizers: crab bisque was good but truly reeked of sherry. Escargot a la Jahn, a house specialty, was unavailable, so I opted for shrimp a la Jahn. Swimming in pools of cream cheese,... more

if you can sit out on the porch - lovely setting - not on the water like the more rowdy places out near the marina - Island is more of a romantic evening - and the server was great - took good care of us without intruding - we ended up sitting for a LONG time after everyone else had... more

Kind of hit or miss with the food. If you're in the vicinity, stop in, but it is definitely not worth making a special trip for. The owners were pleasant, service was good, and prices were OK. more

Salads and entrees were enjoyable, but the desserts (chocolate cheesecake, carrot cake, and chocolate pecan pie) were exceptionally good. more

This is the must go restaurant if you're looking for top quality food and service. Pricey by Cedar Key standards, but quality is worth it. Nice little TV sports room in the back as well. more

The food was excellent! Small and cozy dining room with romantic atmosphere. The bar was nice and relaxed, kind of what I would think hemmingway would have in his house. No real view, but oh, my was that a good steak! more

In the land of the blind the one-eyed man is king!!! Thus the Island Hotel rates high when stacked against the seafront restaurants that make a mockery of good food in Cedar Key. The dining here is gracious and the service is actually service!!! Fine linens and a charming old high-ceiling dining room make up for the lack of sea... more

Great little bar for before dinner drinks, dining room has modest ambience, but excellent food with good service. We recommend it! more