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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.

Key West

Antonia's Restaurant

Antonia’s is a renowned Italian restaurant in Key West, celebrated for its handmade pasta, fresh local seafood, and award-winning wine list.

Key West

Garbo's Grill Key West

Garbo’s Grill is a celebrated Key West food truck known for bold fusion tacos, burgers, and intimate island vibes.

Key West

Eaton Street Seafood Market

KW Seafood in Key West is a seafood market and eatery where you can choose fresh local catch and have it cooked on the spot.

Key West

Little Room Jazz Club

Little Room Jazz Club is a chic Duval Street cocktail venue in Key West with nightly live jazz, craft cocktails, and an intimate listening room vibe.

Key West

Chico's Cantina

Chico’s Cantina in Key West is a family‑owned Mexican restaurant known for its award‑winning cuisine, featuring fresh, locally caught seafood and bold flavors in a casual setting.

Key West

Island Cigar Factory

Island Cigar Factory is a premier Key West cigar shop offering fresh, hand-rolled Dominican cigars crafted with Cuban-seed leaf, perfect for enjoying the island lifestyle.

Key West

Grain and Berry

Grain and Berry in Key West is a superfood cafe on North Roosevelt Boulevard turning out acai bowls, smoothies, fresh juices, toasts, and wraps made to order with real ingredients.

Key West

Bangkok Happy Bowl Thai Bistro & Sushi Bar

Bangkok Happy Bowl is a vibrant Thai bistro & sushi bar blending bold Asian flavors, creative sushi rolls, and lively ambiance in Key West.

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

Mr. Z's

Mr. Z’s – Authentic Philadelphia cheesesteaks served since 2002, now available for franchise across the U.S.

Key West

Orchid Key Inn

Orchid Key Inn is an adults-only boutique hotel on Duval Street, offering stylish rooms, a tropical pool with a hot tub, and a vibrant poolside bar, all within walking distance of Key West's top attractions.