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.
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.
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.
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Abbondanza Italian Restaurant
Abbondanza Italian Restaurant is Key West's multi-year People's Choice Award winner for best Italian restaurant, serving hearty pasta, fresh seafood, and classic Italian dishes nightly from three charming converted cigar-maker cottages in the heart of Old Town.
Key West
Limes and Pies
Oldtown dessert shop offers dark chocolate dipped key lime pie on the stick! Ice cream, coffee, key lime pie, frozen drinks, and a large window for Duval street people watching."
Key West
Four Flamingos
Four Flamingos Key West offers a vibrant dining experience featuring fresh seafood, tropical flavors, and creative cocktails inspired by the spirit of the islands.
Key West
The Cayo Hueso Cafe
Cayo Hueso Café in Key West serves fresh, flavorful island-inspired dishes with a laid-back tropical vibe and scenic views.
Key West
Key West Legal Rum
Key West Legal Rum Distillery offers free daily tours and tastings of small-batch, salt-cured rums crafted by chef-distiller Paul Menta. Located at 105 Simonton St, it's a must-visit for rum enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.
Key West
Banana Cafe
Banana Café in Key West is a charming French-style bistro blending Parisian flair with Caribbean influence, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and crepes.
Key West
Four Marlins
Reach Resort features Four Marlins, an oceanfront restaurant serving fresh seafood, coastal fare, and craft cocktails with panoramic Atlantic views.
Key West
Mangia Mangia
Mangia Mangia — Italian & Mediterranean dining with fresh pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and warm Key West ambiance.
Key West
Lola's Bistro Key West
Lola’s Bistro Key West offers an intimate dining experience with globally inspired cuisine and a chef-driven menu in a cozy island setting.
Key West
Opal Key Resort & Marina
Opal Key Resort & Marina is a luxury waterfront resort in the heart of Old Town Key West, offering 178 elegant rooms, Lolita’s Coastal Cocina, a 37-slip marina, and a sparkling pool just steps from Mallory Square and Duval Street.
Weddings Max
200
Meetings Max
300
Total Space
6800 sq ft
Largest Room
3850 sq ft
Key West
Sky Bar at the Mansion
Sky Bar at the Mansion in Key West offers oceanfront rooftop dining and craft cocktails with panoramic Atlantic views at the historic Southernmost House.
Key West
Nine One Five Restaurant & Bar
Nine One Five – Upscale New-American dining in a charming 1850s Victorian home at 915 Duval Street, Key West.
Key West
Antonia's Restaurant
Antonia’s is a renowned Italian restaurant in Key West, celebrated for its handmade pasta, fresh local seafood, and award-winning wine list.
Key West
Mam's Best Food
Homey stop for casual bites including shawarma and falafel, plus seating and takeout.
