Wooden Spoon

Super old school diner with amazing breakfast options!

Service isn't the greatest though because there is only one lady who does everything besides the cooking so we had to go find her when it came time to pay our bill.

Besides that, I enjoyed the food and restaurant decor. A lot of locals seem to eat here in the morning, and I can see why. It's just a nice homely feeling getting some fresh coffee and hot food while enjoying pleasant conversations.

Would recommend to anyone to stop by when visiting Key West in Florida.

We stay in Marathon for a week between Christmas and New Years - so we aren't locals - and we're not regulars at the Wooden Spoon. Over the past 3 or 4 years, however, I've made it a point to patronize the Wooden Spoon at least once for a delicious breakfast.

The Wooden Spoon has seating available at the counter or at tables located as soon as you walk through the door. Initially, I felt like the wait staff was annoyed at anyone who wasn't a local or a regular, but over the past few visits that feeling has disappeared. The waitstaff seem pleasant and glad to have the business, even from out-of-towners. As soon as you sit down, someone brings you a coffee and water. Not long after that, the server is over to take your order. The food is cooked to order and usually comes out very quickly.

I am a breakfast fanatic, so that's what I order. The Wooden Spoon is one of the few establishments in Marathon that serve scrapple. Yum!!!

I do recommend this business because the service is pleasant and quick and the food is hot and delicious.

While this place seemed like a good idea at the outset, on our trip from Key West, North, it disappointed. Food was decent, but service was rushed and I FOUND A STRAY BACON PIECE AND STRAY HAIR IN THE FOOD. My burger omelet had a bacon piece on the center (edge of photo, pushed to side of plate), and the hair was on a piece of cheese.

Service was rushed. Near closing, around noon on a Saturday, when the restaurant closes at 1pm, it was very busy, and the restaurant was understaffed.

We waited approximately 15 minutes after sitting down before getting a menu. Servers would get our order then leave very quickly, so we had to wait long before finding out where the restroom was (outside around back), getting the water we asked for previously and to get cream for coffee.

The clown chowder was hearty and tasty. The bowl size was small, even though it was the larger non cup option.

I went to the counter to tell staff that there was bacon on the food which I can't eat it. They didn't offer to remake the food or provide any discount.

Later when I saw the hair on the omelette I didn't say anything since staff was so busy and rushing around.

I also don't think the complaint would have been well received. If asked how the food was I would have mentioned the hair, but no one came by after we got the cheque or asked about our experience.



Overall, decor was quaint and homey, with that 50s diner feel.

If not for the kitchen prep errors, and hasty service I would have rated this place higher.

This is our second time back to Marathon Key. We have disappointed finding a good breakfast place. Found this little gem. The food was amazing. French toast, Western Omelet was very good. Went three days in a row. The value for the food was also very good. I would highly recommend this place. Looking forward to next year and trying the lunch!

Too cold inside! Seemed to be short staffed. Food was cold when it arrived at the table. We've been here multiple times. Disappointing this time. Not sure we will be back.
On the other hand, our server was attentive and very nice.

At mile marker 51 in Marathon. A small, bustling joint with quick service, charismatic staff, and delicious homestyle food! Fun wooden spoon decor, natural light, with counter and table seating.

Come in and seat yourself, even join an existing table if needed. Staff will greet you quickly and things will move fast! Breakfast and lunch options, open early!

Homemade biscuits and crispy Belgium waffles. A favorite local breakfast joint with humorous and friendly staff! Go enjoy!

Ordered Togo and it was ready when they said it would be. Delicious food! Ordered the Texas toast bacon egg and cheese and it was perfection. Pancakes were also great!

Casual. Friendly. Quick. Delicious! Highly recommend the place. Get there early to beat the morning rush. We will definitely be back.

Busy joint on a Sunday morning. We lucked out and got a table very quickly. Quick service and food was great - everything was fresh and piping hot. Friendly staff.

We had a fast and filling breakfast here. It is very local diner/luncheonette small restaurant.

They were quite busy here midweek -- even around 9:30 am. They had a number of breakfast specials on the board in addition to their regular menu.

Unfortunately, the biscuits didn't live up to the hype of the previously read reviews. They were just okay. Perhaps they would be better first thing in the morning? Anyhow, although large they were not very fluffy. The sausage gravy was just okay, also. However, I did really like their crispy bacon and slightly spicy home fries. And their eggs were fine.

PS make sure you check your bill before paying. We were charged for coffee that we didn't have.