Robert Is Here Fruit Stand

It started with a six-year-old named Robert selling his father’s cucumbers at this corner; the hand-painted sign announcing “Robert Is Here” has been the name ever since. Today it’s South Florida’s most famous fruit stand: tropical and exotic fruit you’ve never heard of, local honey and preserves, and the milkshake line that moves faster than it looks.

The classic order is key lime or mango, but half the fun is asking what’s in season — sapodilla, mamey, guanabana — and letting them talk you into something new. Out back there’s a small animal farm the kids will not want to leave.

Tips from our front desk

• Go on your way to (or from) the Everglades — it’s directly on the SR 9336 route.
• Key lime is the benchmark shake; mango in summer is the local’s pick.
• It gets busy mid-day in season; mornings are calmer.
• They close for a few weeks in early fall after mango season — ask our front desk if you’re visiting in September or October.

Getting there from Travelog Inn

We're at 409 SE 1st Ave in Florida City — about 5 minutes from Robert Is Here by car, with free parking in front of your room when you get back. Open directions in Google Maps. For hours and tickets, check the official site.

Common questions

How far is Robert Is Here from Travelog Inn?

About 5 minutes by car — it’s in Florida City on the way to the Everglades park entrance.

What should I order at Robert Is Here?

A milkshake: key lime if it’s your first visit, mango when it’s in season. Then ask what exotic fruit is ripe and try one you can’t pronounce.

Is Robert Is Here open year-round?

Almost — they traditionally close for several weeks in early fall (around September–October). The rest of the year they’re open daily.