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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La Isla Taco Grill

La Isla Taco Grill — vibrant Mexican taco spot in Marathon, where bold flavors and casual island atmosphere meet.

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Hurricane Grille

Hurricane Grille — waterfront dining and lively sports bar in Marathon, where fresh-catch seafood, tropical cocktails and live music meet Florida Keys fun.

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Takeria La Palapa

Takeria La Palapa in Marathon serves fresh, flavorful Mexican cuisine with a casual Keys vibe.

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Takara Thai House

Authentic Thai and sushi in Marathon, Florida Keys—Takara Thai House offers fresh, made-to-order dishes in a welcoming, family-owned setting.

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Edgewater Lodge

Sixteen rooms on the bay side at mile marker 65.5, every one with a kitchenette and a private balcony, plus a pool, a private beach and a boat ramp on the property. Sunset happens straight off your balcony, which is the whole argument for staying bayside.

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Barracuda Grill Restaurant

Barracuda Grill in Marathon, FL is a seafood-forward restaurant offering fresh fish, steaks, tacos, and an eclectic menu in a cozy, fish-themed setting.

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Coast To Coast Pizza Company

Coast To Coast Pizza Company in Marathon, FL, offers handcrafted New York, Sicilian, and Detroit-style pizzas made with high-quality ingredients in a casual, family-friendly setting.

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Mr. Beans Books & Beans (formerly Keys News and Coffee)

Mr. Beans' Books & Beans: coffee & books in Marathon—learn more.

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Barnacle Barney's Tiki Bar and Grill

Barnacle Barney’s Tiki Bar & Grill in Marathon offers waterfront dining, tropical drinks, and live music in a laid-back Keys setting.

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7 Mile Grill

Open since 1954 at the foot of the Seven Mile Bridge, 7 Mile Grill is the kind of no frills dockside counter the Keys used to be full of, and the key lime pie is still made in house. Catch something that morning and they will cook it for you.