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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Hurricane Hole
Hungry Tarpon Restaurant in Islamorada offers scenic waterfront dining with fresh seafood and bold cocktails right on the marina.
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Kava Key
Kava Key is a non-alcoholic kava bar and community gathering space steps off Duval Street in Key West, offering kava, kratom tea, kombucha, house mocktails, kava ice cream, and a self-serve ramen bar in a lantern-lit 18th-century ship-inspired setting open daily noon to 2 AM.
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Beards & Brews
Beards & Brews is a unique Stock Island spot — part upscale barber parlor, part lounge bar — where you can get a haircut, beard trim, and enjoy a craft beer or cocktail.
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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.
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Back Bar
Back Bar at Aqua Key West is a vibrant lounge offering daily drink specials and lively events like Hotdog Church every Sunday. Located at 711 Duval Street, it's the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the island's nightlife.
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5 Brothers Grocery & Sandwich Shop
5 Brothers Grocery & Sandwich Shop: Fresh Cuban sandwiches, coffee, and community vibes.
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Salty Chef Catering
Veteran-owned Salty Chef Catering in Key West delivers elevated, locally inspired cuisine for weddings, private events, and unforgettable island dining experiences.
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Lighthouse Hotel
Historic charm meets vibrant Key West life steps from Hemingway House and the iconic lighthouse.
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Cuban Coffee Queen
Cuban Coffee Queen in Key West serves authentic Cuban coffee, fresh breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and tropical smoothies in a vibrant café setting.
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El Mocho Restaurant
El Meson de Pepe is an iconic Cuban restaurant in Key West, located on Mallory Square, offering authentic Cuban cuisine and tropical cocktails in a lively, festive atmosphere.
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Sunset Watersports Key West
Sunset Watersports is Key West’s oldest and most trusted watersports provider, offering parasailing, snorkeling, jet ski tours, sunset dinner cruises, and more.
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One Love Food Truck
One Love Food Truck — Caribbean fusion cuisine in Key West, where Jamaican spices and island flavors meet creative comfort fare.
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Bel Mare
Bel Mare is a waterfront fine-dining Italian restaurant in Key West, serving handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and creative cocktails.
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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.
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The Roost
Whale Harbor Sandbar offers waterfront dining and tropical drinks in a vibrant Key West setting. Perfect for enjoying fresh seafood and stunning sunset views.
