We have stayed at the The Gates Hotel on several occasions in the past few years and have always enjoyed The Rum Row Bar at the pool. Jamie has always been there masterfully pouring the libations. On this visit, Jamie was joined by Scharm behind the bar. I remember noticing people around the bar getting or picking up small brown boxes to go. I assumed that there was popcorn, chips or some other snack inside. On our last night, we decided to stay in and order our dinner at the bar. The menu was surprisingly large and fairly priced. We ordered the Mermaid Style Salad with Grilled Shrimp and the Blind Pig Sandwich. Both were deliciously prepared. The shrimp on the salad were plentiful and large. Every bite of the salad was a taste adventure. The Blind Pig was also a work in itself featuring Smoked Pulled Pork, Swiss Cheese, Caramelized Onions and Apple BBQ Sauce all on a Brioche Bun, served with fries. Both were served in individual boxes. This is such a cool place to just relax and unwind.
The ultimate FOMO moment comes from realizing you could be missing out on great daily deals and poolside relaxation. Be sure to catch Happy Hour daily from 4pm to 7pm to enjoy discounted drinks while relaxing by the pool with a great group of people.
| Essential Details | ||
| Address | 3824 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040 (Inside the Gates Hotel) | |
| Contact | Phone: 305-320-0930 | Web: https://www.gateshotelkeywest.com/eat-drink/ | |
| The Hook | Masterfully poured libations by bartenders like Jamie and Scharm, delicious Mermaid Style Salad with plentiful shrimp, the savory Blind Pig Sandwich (Smoked Pulled Pork and Apple BBQ), and a daily Happy Hour from 4pm to 7pm. | |
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