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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DJ's Clam Shack
DJ’s Clam Shack in Key West is a casual seafood spot known for its over-stuffed lobster rolls, garlic steamed clams, and conch fritters.
Key West
Sushi Song
Sushi Song in Key West offers fresh, expertly crafted sushi and Japanese cuisine in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for sushi lovers seeking authentic flavors.
Key West
Southernmost Sandy’s Cafe
Southernmost Sandy’s Cafe — casual Cuban‑ and Caribbean‑influenced café in Key West (1327 Duval St) where flavorful eats meet a prime location at the southern tip of the USA.
Key West
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.
Key West
Old Town Suites
Old Town Suites is a boutique hotel in Key West featuring self-catering apartments with full kitchens, a coffee shop, and a prime location just steps from Duval Street and the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.
Key West
Sunset Tiki Bar at the Galleon Resort
Sunset Tiki Bar at the Galleon Resort offers tropical drinks and stunning oceanfront views, making it the perfect spot to watch the Key West sunset.
Key West
Paradise Seafood Coffee Shop
Paradise Seafood Coffee Shop – A relaxed and budget-friendly seafood & breakfast food-truck-style stop on Stock Island offering fresh local fare just minutes from Key West.
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Oceans Edge Key West Resort, Hotel & Marina
Oceans Edge Key West is Key West's largest resort with 175 ocean-view rooms and suites, 20 breathtaking waterfront acres, six pools, and a full-service wedding and event venue for up to 150 guests on Stock Island — just minutes from downtown Key West.
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Flagler's Restaurant
Beachfront dining with Baja-Med cuisine, craft cocktails, and stunning ocean views.
Key West
Chart Room Cocktail Lounge
Chart Room Bar at Pier House Resort is a cozy, nostalgic Key West hangout serving classic cocktails and local lore in a tucked-away, nautically inspired setting.
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Dive Bar Shirt Club-Grub House
Dive Bar Shirt Club - Grub House is a small Key West dive bar and grub house at 320 Grinnell Street, a couple of blocks off Duval. It pours beer and wine, serves tacos until 9 PM, and keeps pinball and puzzles going under a ceiling plastered with retired t-shirt designs.
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Palm Haven Restaurant
Palm Haven Restaurant at the DoubleTree offers relaxed island-style dining with fresh seafood and classic favorites.
Key West
Aqua Lodges At Hurricane Hole Marina
Stay in unique dual stateroom houseboats with full kitchens, A/C, and waterfront views!
Key West
Half Shell Raw Bar
Half Shell Raw Bar is a waterfront seafood institution at 231 Margaret Street on the Key West Historic Seaport, serving broiled garlic oysters, peel-and-eat shrimp, conch ceviche, and daily fresh catches. Watch the boats and pelicans roll by while you dig in.
Key West
The Green Pineapple
The Green Pineapple — eco-conscious lifestyle boutique & wellness café in the heart of Key West.
