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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City Hall Cafe & Wine Bar
City Hall Café & Wine Bar in Tavernier offers gourmet dining with fresh, locally sourced seafood, an extensive selection of wines and beers, and a welcoming atmosphere for both dine-in and take-out guests.
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Mangrove Marina
Full-service marina in Tavernier offering wet slips, dry storage, houseboat rentals & resort amenities in a protected mangrove setting.
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South Island Pizza
Family-owned pizza spot in Islamorada serving handcrafted pies, fresh ingredients, and classic Italian favorites in the heart of the Florida Keys.
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Capt Craig's Restaurant
Captain Craig’s in Islamorada is a Keys institution known for its World-Famous Fish Sandwich, fresh seafood, and creative sandwiches in a casual, welcoming setting.
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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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Marker 88
Marker 88 — iconic waterfront dining in Islamorada where sunset views, fresh seafood and island-crafted cocktails converge.
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Britt's Charcuterie Company
Artful charcuterie boards delivered fast across Key Largo and Islamorada — perfect for parties, date nights, or cozy nights in.
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Whale Harbor Seafood Buffet
What The Fish Rolls in Islamorada serves up fresh, local seafood with a creative twist, featuring hand-crafted rolls, tacos, and tropical flavors.
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Taki Outi
Taki Outi Islamorada serves up fresh, flavorful Asian-inspired takeout with a Keys twist.
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Little Limón
Little Limón in Islamorada is a rooftop gem offering bold Latin American–Asian fusion cuisine, creative cocktails, and sweeping Atlantic Ocean views.
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Twisted Shrimp
Twisted Shrimp in Key West serves up bold, flavorful seafood dishes with a creative twist in a fun, casual setting.
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Habanos On The Creek
Habanos on the Creek in Tavernier delivers authentic Cuban flavors and fresh seafood in a tucked-away waterfront setting with scenic marina views.
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Kindler Wood-Fired Fare
Kindler Wood-Fired Fare — upscale wood-fired dining in Islamorada, where open-hearth cooking and island elegance unite.
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Three Waters Resort & Marina
The old Postcard Inn at mile marker 84, reborn in 2024 as a 214 room Tribute Portfolio resort across 15 waterfront acres, with three pools, three beaches and a 72 slip marina. The Cove is the adults-only half, 63 king rooms around a private beach lagoon.
Meetings Max
120
Total Space
1680 sq ft
Largest Room
1680 sq ft
