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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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.
Key West
Dorada
Dorada Key West is a beachfront restaurant inside Casa Marina offering Baja-Med cuisine that blends Mexican, Mediterranean, and Florida-inspired flavors.
Key West
Mangia Mangia
Mangia Mangia — Italian & Mediterranean dining with fresh pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and warm Key West ambiance.
Key West
Boat House Bar & Grill
Boathouse Bar & Grill in Key West serves fresh seafood, steaks, and cocktails in a lively waterfront setting with daily happy hour specials.
Key West
Elevate Skye Bar & Lounge
Elevate Skye Bar & Lounge in Key West offers stunning rooftop views, handcrafted cocktails, and a vibrant island-chic atmosphere perfect for sunset drinks and nightlife.
Key West
Courthouse Deli & Whit's Frozen Custard
Courthouse Deli and Whit’s Frozen Custard in Key West serves fresh-made sandwiches, salads, and creamy frozen custard in a cozy, local spot.
Key West
Aqua Lodges At Hurricane Hole Marina
Stay in unique dual stateroom houseboats with full kitchens, A/C, and waterfront views!
Key West
Red Shoe Island Bistro
Red Shoe Island Bistro — boutique fine dining in Key West where locally caught seafood, European finesse and signature desserts meet.
Key West
Island Cigar Factory
Island Cigar Factory is a premier Key West cigar shop offering fresh, hand-rolled Dominican cigars crafted with Cuban-seed leaf, perfect for enjoying the island lifestyle.
Key West
La Crêperie French Café
La Crêperie French Café is a charming, family-owned café in Key West, FL, offering authentic French crêpes, galettes, and paninis in a cozy, open-air setting.
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.
Key West
The Waggin' Wiggle
The Waggin' Wiggle is Key West's most lovable new food truck, serving tropical gourmet sliders with housemade sauces — from Blackberry Jalapeño with pickled red onions to Tropical BBQ with brie and grilled pineapple — plus breakfast tacos, pancake skewers, and brie bites at pop-up events across the island.
