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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Tonio's Seafood Shack & Tiki Bar
Tonio’s Seafood Shack & Tiki Bar in Islamorada serves fresh seafood, island-inspired dishes, and tropical cocktails in a fun waterfront setting.
Morning Joint
Morning Joint – A vibrant, pet-friendly café on Cudjoe Key serving farm-to-table coffee, made-to-order breakfast and lunch.
Galley Grill
The Galley Grill in Summerland Key serves hearty American comfort food, fresh breakfast classics, and casual lunch specials in a welcoming Keys-style café.
Conch Rocket
ConchRocket delivers from local restaurants to your door in Big Pine & Little Torch—support local, skip the app hassle.
Coco's Kitchen
Coco’s Kitchen in Big Pine Key is a beloved Cuban eatery serving up classic dishes like Cuban sandwiches, empanadas, and breakfast favorites in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.
DJs All-Star Seafood Café
DJ’s All-Star Seafood is a Big Pine Key food truck serving fresh, made-to-order seafood and island favorites along the Lower Keys.
China Garden
China Garden in Big Pine Key offers classic Chinese dishes like General Tso’s Chicken, pork fried rice, and chow mein in a casual, family‑friendly setting.
Salty Oyster Dockside Bar & Grill
Salty Oyster Dockside Bar & Grill — relaxed waterfront dining in Stock Island/Key West, where fresh seafood, craft cocktails and live music meet marina‑side views.
Cudjoe Pizza
Cudjoe Pizza is a wood-fired pizza truck in Cudjoe Key, Florida, offering artisan pizzas made with locally sourced ingredients and a signature high-hydration dough.
A Slice of Paradise
A Slice of Paradise in Summerland Key serves hand-tossed pizza, specialty pies, subs, wings, and more in a laid-back Keys setting.
Sugarloaf Key Hotel at KOA Resort
Tropical seaside stay with marina access and on-site dining.
Annes Kitchen
Anne’s Kitchen is a Florida Keys food truck serving homemade meals and Filipino favorites like lumpia and pancit, prepared fresh with a focus on comfort, flavor, and family-style hospitality.
Keys Cones
Keys Cones is a family-friendly mobile dessert trailer serving soft-serve ice cream, slushies, and sweet treats at events and markets throughout Key West and the Lower Florida Keys.
Pizzaworks
Pizza Works — dependable family-style pizzeria in Big Pine Key where classic pies meet laid-back island flavor.
El Siboney Stock Island
El Siboney Restaurant on Stock Island serves authentic Cuban cuisine with hearty portions and homemade flavors in a casual, family-friendly setting.