Grilled lobster tails on a barbecue, shells golden with white meat exposed.

Key West Lobster Best

Florida’s lobster season is officially open — and Key West is celebrating in delicious style. Lobster Best is a shellabration of all things spiny lobster, with mouthwatering menus at Key West restaurants, can’t-miss culinary events, and a vibrant artisan market full of flavor and flair.

Man grilling food outdoors with barrels and greenery in the background.

Learn lobster prep and cooking from one of the best – Chef Paul Menta. He hosts two live cooking demonstrations at Key West Cooking School Aug. 9 and you get to savor all the flavors, along with craft rum cocktails. (Credit: Photo courtesy Paul Menta)

Special Lobster Culinary Events

Lobster Tails with Chef Paul Menta (Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025 11 a.m. & 3 p.m.)
Dive into award-winning lobster enchiladas and learn expert prep tips at the Key West Cooking School as daredevil chef and rum distiller Paul Menta presents two incredible cooking demonstrations Saturday, Aug. 9. Paired cocktails include a Hemingway daiquiri and Cuba Libre — plus rum cake, of course. Find tickets here.

Lost Kitchen’s Lobster Dinner (Aug. 9 & 10, 2025)
Chef Martin Liz presents two decadent, family-style feasts featuring grilled Florida lobster in key lime garlic butter, lobster mac & cheese, stuffing, and more island indulgences. Find tickets here.