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.
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.
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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Bobby's Monkey Bar
Bobby’s Monkey Bar in Key West is a laid-back local dive bar known for its friendly atmosphere, karaoke nights, and affordable drinks in a true Keys-style setting.
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Grand Café
Grand Café is a Duval Street gem in Key West offering fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, and elegant ambiance in a historic Victorian setting.
Key West
The Canary Room
The Canary Room in Key West offers an intimate cocktail lounge experience with handcrafted drinks, elegant décor, and a relaxed island vibe.
Key West
Hank's Hair of the Dog Saloon
Hank’s Hair of the Dog Saloon in Key West is a vibrant dog-friendly bar with live music, creative cocktails, and a renowned food truck on-site.
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Martin's
Martin’s Steak & Lobster — fine dining in Key West, where European elegance meets tropical flair on Duval Street.
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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.
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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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Cuban Coffee Queen Downtown
Cuban Coffee Queen Downtown serves rich Cuban coffee, fresh sandwiches, and island favorites in the heart of Old Town Key West.
Key West
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.
Key West
5 Brothers Grocery & Sandwich Shop
5 Brothers Grocery & Sandwich Shop: Fresh Cuban sandwiches, coffee, and community vibes.
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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.
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Pop's Smoke Shed Key West
Pop’s Smoke Shed — standout slow-smoked BBQ in Key West where bold flavor meets island casual.
Key West
Dante's Key West
Dante's Key West is a vibrant pool bar and restaurant offering fresh seafood, tropical cocktails, and live music in a lively waterfront setting.
Key West
Azur Key West
Azur is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in Old Town Key West, offering creative dishes like charred octopus, braised beef gnocchi, and house-made pastas in a chic, garden‑style setting.
Key West
A&B Lobster House
A&B Lobster House is a historic waterfront fine-dining restaurant in Key West, renowned for fresh seafood, premium steaks, and harbor views.
