Dining at Blue Flamingo Resort Key West: Rum Row, Toasted Coconut and more
Blue Flamingo Resort Key West offers two on-site, poolside dining venues: Rum Row, a tiki-style bar and food truck serving Cuban-inspired cocktails, frozen drinks and casual bites, and Toasted Coconut, an all-day poolside restaurant offering island-inspired American breakfasts and lunches. Both venues run daily happy hours and are oriented to relaxed, family-friendly poolside dining rather than formal meals.
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Dining at a glance
Blue Flamingo Resort Key West has two primary on-site outlets for food and drink: Rum Row (tiki Caribbean bar + food truck) and Toasted Coconut (poolside island-inspired American restaurant). The resort also lists a Republica Bar & Lounge, an on-site Starbucks, and a coffee shop for grab-and-go items.
Meals are à la carte; breakfast is optional and not included in standard room rates. Happy hour access and live entertainment are included among resort-fee benefits.
- Rum Row: tiki bar, food truck, cocktails and poolside bites
- Toasted Coconut: breakfast through afternoon, island-inspired American menu
- Republica Bar & Lounge: additional bar/lounge space on property
- On-site Starbucks and a coffee shop for quick coffee and pastries
| Venue | Service style | Typical hours (from property info) |
|---|---|---|
| Rum Row | Tiki pool bar & food truck (cocktails, frozen drinks, small plates) | Mon–Thu 10:00–18:00; Fri–Sun 10:00–22:00 |
| Toasted Coconut | Poolside restaurant (breakfast & lunch, island-inspired American) | Daily 8:00–16:00 |
| Republica Bar & Lounge | Bar/lounge (additional drink option) | Open daily (hours not specified on sources) |
Rum Row — tiki bar, food truck and poolside bites
Rum Row is the resort’s tiki-inspired pool bar and food truck that focuses on Cuban-inspired cocktails, frozen drinks and casual poolside food. Menus mention items such as conch fritters, Key Lime Chicken Club sandwiches, pizzas and other casual bites.
Hours on the official property listing show Rum Row open Monday–Thursday 10:00–18:00 and Friday–Sunday 10:00–22:00, with a daily happy hour from 16:00–18:00.
- Drink highlights: Cuban-inspired craft cocktails, frozen drinks, local beers
- Food highlights: conch fritters, sandwiches, pizzas, burgers and tacos (menu varies)
- Best for: late-morning to evening poolside drinks and casual sharing plates
| When to go | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Afternoon (12:00–16:00) | Quick poolside bites and cold drinks |
| Happy hour (16:00–18:00) | Discounted cocktails and local beers (happy hour listed on property) |
| Evening (Fri–Sun until 22:00) | Extended bar hours and later social programming |
Toasted Coconut — breakfast and island-inspired plates
Toasted Coconut operates as the resort’s daytime restaurant and bar, serving island-inspired American dishes from breakfast through the afternoon. The official site lists regular hours as all day 8:00–16:00 with a daily happy hour from 14:00–16:00.
Because breakfast is optional (not included with the room), Toasted Coconut is the primary on-site option for morning meals; menus call out items such as conch fritters and a fried chicken sandwich among light breakfasts and lunch plates.
- Typical offerings: breakfast items, salads, sandwiches, island-style small plates
- Happy hour: daily 14:00–16:00 (per property information)
- Family-friendly: poolside seating and approachable menu items for kids
| Meal | Notes |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | Available at Toasted Coconut; breakfast is optional and not included in standard room rates |
| Lunch / early dinner | Toasted Coconut serves day menu through mid-afternoon; other sources list extended evening hours at sister pages but official core hours are until 16:00 |
| Happy hour | Toasted Coconut happy hour 14:00–16:00 (per property info) |
Poolside atmosphere, Backyard Pool & Social Club
Most dining and drink service at Blue Flamingo is poolside—either at Rum Row or Toasted Coconut—so plan meals around pool hours and social programming. The resort operates two pools with cabanas available to rent for an additional charge.
The Backyard Pool & Social Club hosts lawn games, karaoke in a converted airstream and live music/entertainment as part of the resort’s programming; these events often tie into food and drink offerings at the pool bars.
- Pool hours: outdoor pool access year-round (sources list 7:00–23:00 for pool availability)
- Cabanas: available to rent for an added cost
- Programming: live music, karaoke, and evening entertainment are included in resort-fee offerings
| Feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Cabanas | Available to rent for a surcharge |
| Lawn games & social club | Cornhole, ping-pong, shuffleboard and other poolside activities |
| Evening entertainment | Live music and karaoke; check the daily schedule at the front desk |
Practical dining tips and accessibility
If you rely on specific hours, note that Rum Row and Toasted Coconut have different operating windows and separate happy hour times; happy hour access is included in the resort fee. For late-night dining options you may need to order from Rum Row on Fridays–Sundays when it stays open later, or explore nearby Old Town options using the resort shuttle.
Blue Flamingo lists accessible facilities across the property; guests with mobility needs can ask the front desk about accessible seating at dining venues and about shuttle service to Old Town. The property is smoke-free, including dining and pool areas.
- Breakfast is not included with the room rate — plan to add Toasted Coconut or off-site options if you need morning meals
- Ask the front desk about the daily entertainment schedule and shuttle times to Old Town
- The resort is smoke-free and offers accessible paths and facilities; confirm seating needs with staff
| Need | Tip |
|---|---|
| Late-night food | Rum Row has extended weekend hours (Fri–Sun) — otherwise consider Old Town dining |
| Dietary restrictions | Menus vary; ask staff at the venue for ingredient or preparation questions |
| Family dining | Both pool venues are family-friendly with casual menus and kid-appropriate items |
Ordering, coffee and quick bites
For coffee and small snacks, the resort includes an on-site Starbucks and a coffee shop that provide grab-and-go drinks and pastries. Parfaits, fruit bowls and lighter breakfast items are shown in property imagery and listings.
If you prefer to eat in your room, confirm available in-room amenities by room type. The property’s Studio Suite, Ocean View and some one-bedroom suites list kitchenette or kitchenette-style features on some third-party pages; check with the front desk or reservations for specifics before arrival.
- On-site Starbucks for brewed coffee, cold beverages and pastries
- Grab-and-go options: fruit, parfaits and sandwiches commonly available
- Room types to note: Studio Suite, Ocean View; Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View; Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View — contact front desk for in-room dining or kitchenette details
| If you’re staying in | Check with front desk for |
|---|---|
| Room or Room, Ocean View | Available breakfast options and whether the coffee shop delivers or has nearby seating |
| Studio Suite, Ocean View | Kitchenette features and suitability for self-catering |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View / Ocean View | Space for family dining and in-room requests |
