Sloppy Joe's Bar
A legendary bar frequented by Hemingway, with live bands playing from noon until late at night. It's a landmark on Duval Street.
Sloppy Joe's opened in 1933. Its owner, Joe Russell, was Hemingway's fishing buddy, and the writer reportedly developed many of his stories here. In 1937 the bar moved to its current location at the corner of Duval and Greene streets. It kept its old wooden bar and photos of Hemingway on the walls, and live bands play from noon onward. Signature items include rum cocktails and the Sloppy Joe burger. Anyone drinking alcohol must be 21 or older and carry ID. Every July, the Hemingway Days look-alike contest draws bearded entrants from around the world.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–04:00 next day
Nearby sights
- Audubon House and Tropical Gardens
- Mel Fisher Maritime Museum
- Key West Custom House Museum
- Key West Aquarium
- Mallory Square Sunset Celebration
- Harry S. Truman Little White House
- Key West Historic Seaport
- Duval Street