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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.

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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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Chef Drew's Island Catering

Chef Drew’s Island Catering delivers gourmet, chef-driven catering and private chef services throughout the Florida Keys.

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Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar

Waterfront dining with live music, stunning sunsets, and fresh seafood in Islamorada.

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Dillon's Pub & Grill

Dillon’s Pub & Grill in Tavernier is a lively sports pub known for its award-winning Jamaican jerk wings, burgers, and full bar in a family-friendly setting.

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The SandBAR at Whale Harbor

Whale Harbor Sandbar offers waterfront dining and tropical drinks in a vibrant Key West setting. Perfect for enjoying fresh seafood and stunning sunset views.

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The Trading Post

The Trading Post of Islamorada — a 24/7 deli, grocery, and local market hub with fresh food, full deli, and essentials.

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HARBOR CAFE 90

Harbor Café 90 blends Cuban café culture with Florida Keys vibes, serving freshly baked pastelitos, croquetas, cafecitos, and savory bites by the waterfront.

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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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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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Lobster Shack

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

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Drift On The Beach

Drift On The Beach in Islamorada features open-flame coastal cuisine, fresh seafood, and island-inspired cocktails in a laid-back beachfront resort setting.

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Caloosa Cove Resort

Fifteen acres on the ocean at mile marker 73.5, with 30 suites that all have kitchens, balconies and water out the front door, plus a heated pool and a sandy beach. Tie your boat up out back, walk over to Habano's for Cuban food, and never move the car.

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Atlantic's Edge Restaurant

Atlantic's Edge is a premier seafood restaurant in Islamorada, offering island-inspired cuisine with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.

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Coconut Cove Resort & Marina

Coconut Cove Beach Resort & Marina is a family-friendly, waterfront resort in Islamorada, offering a zero-entry pool, private beach, and event spaces for weddings and private functions. Located on a 7-acre tropical estate, it's ideal for both relaxation and special events.

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Joey's Mini Donuts

Hot, fresh mini donuts in the Florida Keys—Joey’s Mini Donuts / Joey Bag-O-Donuts serves made-to-order sweet treats and event catering from Key Largo to Key West.