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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Toes In the Sand
Toes in the Sand Key West offers beachfront dining with stunning ocean views, fresh seafood, and tropical cocktails in a relaxed island atmosphere.
Key West
The Koffie House
The Koffie House on Greene is a cozy, health-conscious café in Key West serving organic coffees, vegan/vegetarian fare, cold-pressed juices, and freshly baked goods in a colorful historic brick space.
Key West
Blackfin Bistro
Blackfin Bistro in Key West is an upscale yet approachable grill offering a refined mix of seafood, steak, and American-inspired dishes in a stylish setting.
Key West
The College of the Florida Keys
The College of the Florida Keys — a public college in Key West offering marine-focused degrees, workforce training, and higher education in the heart of the Florida Keys.
Key West
Mac Doo BBQ
Mac Doo BBQ is a Key West barbecue restaurant serving smoked meats, gluten-free sauces and rubs, and Florida Keys roadside flavor.
Key West
Sugar Shark Grocery & Market
Sugar Shark Grocery & Market in Key West offers fresh produce, gourmet snacks, and everyday essentials in a convenient island location.
Key West
La Pincha Conch Cuisine
La Pincha Key West is a casual Key West food truck concept serving Latin- and conch-inspired island dishes in the Florida Keys.
Key West
Rams Head Southernmost
Rams Head Southernmost — vibrant island dining & live-music bar in Key West, where craft beer, bold flavors and courtyard vibes meet.
Key West
Seven Fish
Seven Fish — refined seafood bistro in Key West at 921 Truman Ave, where fresh local fish meets modern comfort in a casual yet elevated setting.
Key West
The Blind Pig
The Blind Pig Key West offers inventive street food and bold flavors in a lively, casual atmosphere steps from Duval Street.
Key West
Alonzo's Patio Bar
A laid-back, open-air patio bar in Key West offering cocktails, waterfront vibes, and classic island atmosphere behind Alonzo’s Oyster Bar.
Key West
Bobalu's Southern Café
Bobalu’s Restaurant & Bar in the Florida Keys serves fresh seafood, hand-tossed pizza, and island-inspired dishes in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Key West
Roostica Pizzeria
Roostica Wood‑Fire Pizzeria — authentic Neapolitan‑style pizzas in Key West on Stock Island, where quality Italian ingredients meet a lively island ambiance.
Key West
Dragon & Rooster
Dragon & Rooster is an Asian fusion restaurant in Key West serving bold, vibrant flavors from across East and Southeast Asia on Duval Street
Key West
McKee's Tiki Bar
McKee’s Tiki Bar — poolside tropical bar & eats in Key West, where vibrant flavors and waterfront views meet laid-back island fun.
