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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Banana Cafe
Banana Café in Key West is a charming French-style bistro blending Parisian flair with Caribbean influence, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and crepes.
Frita's Cuban Burgers
Fritas Cuban Burger Café brings the bold flavors of Cuban street food to Key West with signature frita burgers and fusion tacos.
Mo's Restaurant
Mo’s Restaurant – A cozy Caribbean-Creole eatery near Bayview Park offering bold Haitian and island flavors in Key West.
Baby's Grill
Baby's Grill is a popular food truck in Key West, offering a variety of hearty dishes including cheesesteaks, grilled chicken sandwiches, and red beans and rice. Located at Mile Marker 15, it's the perfect spot for a quick and satisfying meal.
Limes and Pies
Oldtown dessert shop offers dark chocolate dipped key lime pie on the stick! Ice cream, coffee, key lime pie, frozen drinks, and a large window for Duval street people watching."
The Cafe
The Café in Key West serves fresh, flavorful vegetarian and vegan cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients in a cozy, island-chic setting.
Cafe Marquesa
Café Marquesa (at the Marquesa Hotel) offers refined coastal fine dining in Key West, blending locally sourced seafood, meats, and house-made desserts in an elegant setting.
Sister Noodle House
Sister Noodle House — Asian‑fusion noodle house in Key West, where Chinese‑Vietnamese classics meet cozy, off‑the‑main‑drag comfort.
Café Sole
Café Solé is a Key West fine-dining gem blending French technique with fresh local seafood in an elegant yet relaxed setting.
Schooner Wharf Bar
Historic waterfront bar in Key West offering live music, fresh seafood, and island vibes.
Harpoon Harry's
Harpoon Harry’s in Key West is a lively, all-day diner serving hearty breakfasts, fresh seafood, and classic comfort food with a laid-back island vibe.
Brady's Pub Key West
Brady’s Pub Key West — authentic Irish pub and sports bar located at 1900 Flagler Ave in Key West.
Havana Island Cafe
Havana Island Cafe — bold Cuban & Latin-inspired eats, tacos, burritos and seafood in Key West, FL with a lively atmosphere and friendly service.
Havana Cabana
Cuban vibes meet Key West charm—discover Havana Cabana.Havana Cabana at Key West is a Cuban-inspired hotel featuring the largest pool in Key West, a poolside bar, and a food truck serving Cuban cuisine.
Ocean Grill & Bar
Ocean Grill & Bar — upscale seafood dining in Key West, where fresh local catches and global flavors come alive.