Food & Drink
Taste your way through The Florida Keys, where every bite feels like a mini adventure. From dockside seafood shacks and fresh-caught fish to Cuban coffees, quirky tiki bars, and Key lime pie that might just change your world, the culinary scene here is as vibrant as the coral reefs. Whether you’re after a fancy dinner with sunset views or a casual snack by the water, local chefs, distilleries, and cafés serve flavor with a sprinkle of Keys charm. Come hungry — you won’t leave disappointed.
Brewed and Barreled in the Florida Keys
If you’re a fan of fine beers, ales, rums and more, you’re sure to enjoy unique libations created in the Florida Keys.
Cuban Heritage, Food and Culture Enrich Key West
Sample the sweetness of fried plantains served with lime-kissed pork chops.
Lionfish: An Incredible Edible Fish
It’s believed that lionfish, a popular Indo-Pacific aquarium fish, was first released in Florida’s Atlantic waters during the 1980s. Now lionfish prey voraciously on invertebrates and over 70 species of domestic fish. And these toothy coral reef fish, part of the scorpion fish family, have no natural reef predators except spearfishing humans.
The Keys Can’t-Miss List: Marathon Restaurants
Planning a getaway to Marathon and the middle Florida Keys? Check with local residents to find out which eateries they recommend to visiting family, friends and newcomers eager to discover the islands’ eats.
Sweet Key Lime Pie Flavors the Keys
Few people visit the Florida Keys without sampling a few pieces of Key lime pie, renowned as the island chain’s signature dessert. Millions of slices of the tart, creamy treat — voted the official pie of Florida by the state legislature in 2006 (yes, really!) — are savored every year by Keys visitors and locals.
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Orchid Key Inn
Orchid Key Inn is an adults-only boutique hotel on Duval Street, offering stylish rooms, a tropical pool with a hot tub, and a vibrant poolside bar, all within walking distance of Key West's top attractions.
Roostica Pizzeria
Roostica Wood‑Fire Pizzeria — authentic Neapolitan‑style pizzas in Key West on Stock Island, where quality Italian ingredients meet a lively island ambiance.
The Catch Restaurant & Bar
The Catch Restaurant and Bar in Key Largo serves fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and classic Keys flavors in a relaxed waterfront setting.
Mrs. Mac's Kitchen (Big)
Mrs. Mac’s Kitchen – A beloved Key Largo eatery serving hearty seafood, comfort classics and award-winning Key Lime Pie in a fun Florida Keys setting.
Bobalu's Southern Café
Bobalu’s Restaurant & Bar in the Florida Keys serves fresh seafood, hand-tossed pizza, and island-inspired dishes in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Celtic Conch Public House
Celtic Conch Public House is Key West’s authentic Irish pub, combining classic pub fare, over 40 Irish whiskeys, live music, and a rooftop lounge.
Lido 73
Lido 73 — waterfront Italian-inspired dining in Tavernier (Florida Keys), where coastal flavor meets laid-back beach-club ambiance.
Havana Island Cafe
Havana Island Cafe — bold Cuban & Latin-inspired eats, tacos, burritos and seafood in Key West, FL with a lively atmosphere and friendly service.
Driftwood Express
Driftwood Express in Big Pine Key offers wood-fired pizzas, specialty calzones, subs, wings, and fresh salads in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Morada Way Arts & Cultural District
Discover vibrant art and culture in the heart of Islamorada at Morada Way!
Boardwalk Bar & Grill
Boardwalk Bar & Grill in Big Pine Key is a laid-back Florida Keys restaurant serving pizza, seafood, burgers, and comfort food favorites with live music and late-night bites.
A Movable Feast
A Movable Feast is a premier Upper Keys catering company and food truck, offering fresh, creative menus delivered right to your event.
The Key West Hotel
The Key West Hotel is a boutique retreat offering a blend of historic charm and modern comfort in the heart of Old Town Key West.
Sunset Watersports Key West
Sunset Watersports is Key West’s oldest and most trusted watersports provider, offering parasailing, snorkeling, jet ski tours, sunset dinner cruises, and more.
Beards & Brews
Beards & Brews is a unique Stock Island spot — part upscale barber parlor, part lounge bar — where you can get a haircut, beard trim, and enjoy a craft beer or cocktail.