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Where to Eat in Key Largo & The Florida Keys Exclusive Interview with Robert De Giorgio, Part 2 of 3
Searching for the top dining spots and must-try dishes in Key Largo, Islamorada, and across the Florida Keys? Whether you’re cruising down from South Miami and Homestead on a weekend getaway or hunting for the best food and drinks along the Overseas Highway, welcome to part two of our deep dive!
In Part 2 of our exclusive 3-part series on Who’s at the Chef’s Table, Chef Dan and Doris WithaD continue their exclusive sit-down with Robert De Giorgio, second-generation owner and operator of Bayside Grill, Sunset Bar, and Cafe Largo (Key Largo Restaurants).
In this episode, Robert pulls back the curtain on culinary creativity and ingredient-first philosophy—breaking down why they refuse to serve boring appetizers, how they craft real chunk lobster-stuffed mushrooms, fresh street corn jalapeño poppers, quick-grilled Korean-style short ribs, proprietary-blend burgers, Bell & Evans fried chicken, and an upcoming Island-style Chicken & Waffles with house-made hot honey and yuca fries.
📸 TAG US ON YOUR KEYS ROAD TRIP: Heading to Key Largo? Pull up a chair at Bayside Grill & Sunset Bar!
Snap plenty of photos of your food, specialty cocktails, and incredible waterfront sunset views.
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⏱️ Episode Timestamps: [00:00] – Welcome Back to Who’s at the Chef’s Table (Part 2)
[00:17] – House-Smoked Brisket & Boniato Croquettes
[00:49] – The Real Chunk Lobster-Stuffed Mushrooms & Fresh Street Corn Poppers
[02:16] – Thin-Sliced Grilled Korean-Style Short Ribs
[03:42] – Creating an Original Identity: Why Independence Beats Ego in Restaurants
[06:08] – Catering to Locals & Creating Memories for Keys Visitors
[07:51] – The Chef’s Go-To Snack: Proprietary Brisket-Chuck-Short Rib Blend Burgers
[09:51] – Fresh Bell & Evans Fried Chicken
[11:58] – Sneak Peek: Island Chicken & Waffles with House Hot Honey & Yuca Fries
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21 Sept 2026
Food is Medicine: The Ultimate Guide to Healing Food ft. Chef Alessandro Coppa (Part 2 of 4)
How does community, love, and ancient natural wisdom create food that can heal? Welcome to Part 2 of our 4-part series on "Who's at the Chef's Table" with Doris WithaD! In this episode, Doris continues her deeply insightful interview with personal chef, author, and holistic expert Chef Alessandro Coppa. Chef Alessandro shares incredible stories about growing up in Italy, including how his grandmother used cosmic moon cycles to time the harvest, and how his mother used whole ingredients like garlic and onions as instant, natural remedies for bee stings and inflammation. If you want to discover how to use food to heal your body and understand why the energy and love behind a home-cooked meal is a vital part of healing food, you won't want to miss this conversation. ✨ SUBSCRIBE and turn on notifications so you don't miss Parts 3 and 4! 👉 Discover more independent culinary features at https://soflodining.com (https://soflodining.com) #HealingFood #FoodToHeal #FoodIsMedicine #SoFloDining #ChefAlessandroCoppa #NaturalRemedies #HolisticLiving #FarmToTable #CleanEating
21 Sept 2026
Where to Eat in Key Largo & The Florida Keys Exclusive Interview with Robert De Giorgio, Part 3 of 3
Searching for the best places to eat and drink in Key Largo, Islamorada, and the Florida Keys? If you're driving down from South Miami or Homestead along the Overseas Highway, there’s one waterfront destination you simply cannot miss!
In the finale (Part 3 of 3) of our exclusive series on Who’s at the Chef’s Table, Chef Dan and Doris WithaD wrap up their exclusive sit-down interview with Robert De Giorgio, second-generation owner and operator of Bayside Grill, Sunset Bar, and Cafe Largo (Key Largo Restaurants).
In this episode, Robert shares the fascinating story of his family's culinary roots starting from Italy and Miami, how an architectural background shaped the layout of the restaurant, and their exciting specials—from the popular $25 Grey Goose "Girl Dinner" to half-price sunset Champagne happy hours, sunset conch shell blowing, and exclusive collaborative wine dinners!
📸 JOIN THE SOFLODINING FOODIE COMMUNITY: Next time you're heading down to the Keys, make sure to pull in at Mile Marker 99.5 in downtown Key Largo and experience Sunset Cove for yourself!
Snap plenty of photos of your fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and gorgeous bayfront sunset views.
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📍 Restaurant Details:
Establishment: Bayside Grill & Sunset Bar / Cafe Largo (Key Largo Restaurants)
Location: Mile Marker 99.5 (Bayside), Key Largo, FL (Drive past Cafe Largo all the way to the water!)
Phone: (305) 451-3380
Website & Menus: https://keylargorestaurants.com (https://keylargorestaurants.com)
⏱️ Episode Timestamps: [00:00] – Welcome Back to Who’s at the Chef’s Table (Part 3 Finale)
[00:27] – Family Heritage: From Italian Roots to 50+ Years in Restaurants
[01:45] – From Architecture to the Kitchen Line: Designing Flow & Efficiency
[05:20] – Modern Specials & Trends: The $25 Grey Goose "Girl Dinner"
[07:01] – Sunset Conch Shell Tradition & Half-Price Champagne Happy Hour
[07:47] – Collaborative Wine Dinners & Certified Angus Beef Events
[09:56] – Finding the Spot: Mile Marker 99.5 in "Downtown Key Largo"
[12:13] – Staff Loyalty, Hospitality, & The Key Largo Family Culture
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