Seafood platter with crab, shrimp, and wine on a wooden table.

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.

Key lime pie with whipped cream and lime on a plate, coffee cup nearby.

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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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.

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Cuban Heritage, Food and Culture Enrich Key West

Sample the sweetness of fried plantains served with lime-kissed pork chops.

Lionfish sashimi garnished with greens on a glass plate by a calm lake.

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.

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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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ReelCatch

ReelCatch — Keys-inspired cuisine in Islamorada, where beachfront views meet live music & island flavors.

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Punta Morada

Punta Morada is a coastal Mexican raw bar and grill opening June 2026 at Mile Marker 81 in Islamorada, serving fresh oysters, aguachiles, ceviches, seafood flatbreads, wood-fired tacos, paellas, and curated wines in an open-air tropical setting with a Jungle Bar.

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Lobster Shack

Lobster Shack Islamorada serves fresh-caught lobster rolls, seafood sandwiches, and tropical bites with island flair.

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F-ing Bagels

F-ING Bagels in Islamorada serves bold, “Keys-style” bagels, hearty breakfast sandwiches, and espresso in a fun, no-frills café.

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Islamorada Shrimp Shack

Islamorada Shrimp Shack — fresh seafood dining in Islamorada, where family-run flavor meets Keys charm.

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Oceans305

Oceans305 — American grill & bar in Layton (Long Key), where waterfront views and eclectic cuisine meet island vibes.

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Oceanview Inn & Sports Club

The Ocean View Inn & Sports Pub in Islamorada offers comfortable accommodations with a tropical flair, an outdoor pool, and a lively pub serving classic American fare and late-night bites.

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Islamorada Pizza Company

Islamorada Pizza Co. — artisan pizza restaurant in Islamorada, where handcrafted pies and island flavor unite.

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Lazy Days Islamorada

Award-winning oceanfront dining with fresh seafood, steaks, and stunning views.

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Florida Keys Brewing Co.

Florida Keys Brewing Co. is the Upper Keys’ first microbrewery, serving award-winning craft beers in a vibrant beer garden and taproom located in Islamorada’s Morada Way Arts District—perfect for beer lovers and locals alike. Also offers a vacation rental.