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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Havana Jack's Oceanside Restaurant and Bar
Experience vibrant American Caribbean flavors and lively atmosphere at Havana Jack's Oceanside!
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B's Reggae Bites
B’s Reggae Bites — authentic Jamaican food truck and island-style carry-out in Marathon, Florida Keys.
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Hurricane Grille
Hurricane Grille — waterfront dining and lively sports bar in Marathon, where fresh-catch seafood, tropical cocktails and live music meet Florida Keys fun.
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Mr. Beans Books & Beans (formerly Keys News and Coffee)
Mr. Beans' Books & Beans: coffee & books in Marathon—learn more.
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Bongos Botanical Beer Garden
Keep your eyes peeled at Mile Marker 59 on Grassy Key because Bongos Botanical Beer Garden is one of those places you could easily miss and never forgive yourself for. Opened in 2020 inside The Lagoon adventure park, this tropical beer garden is surrounded by mature palms, banana trees, and an organic herb and fruit garden growing the fresh ingredients that go straight into your cocktail, with over 20 craft beers on tap, a daily food truck, weekend brunch and live music, hammock chairs for swinging, lawn games, and a genuinely dog-friendly policy that extends to a plain beef patty for your pup.
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Coast To Coast Pizza Company
Coast To Coast Pizza Company in Marathon, FL, offers handcrafted New York, Sicilian, and Detroit-style pizzas made with high-quality ingredients in a casual, family-friendly setting.
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Castaway Waterfront Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Castaway Waterfront Restaurant & Sushi Bar in Marathon serves fresh seafood, sushi, and island-style comfort food with views of the water and a relaxed Keys vibe.
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Sunset Grille & Raw Bar
Sunset Grill & Raw Bar in Marathon serves fresh seafood and cocktails with stunning waterfront views, perfect for a relaxing Marathon dining experience.
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Marathon Grill and Ale House
Marathon Grill & Ale House — hearty American cuisine and craft beer in Marathon, where game-day specials, late-night hours and a welcoming “hometown” vibe await.
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Burdines Waterfront Restaurant & Marina
Burdine's Waterfront is a relaxed, family-friendly bar and grill in Marathon, Florida, serving fresh seafood, classic American dishes, and offering scenic waterfront dining with views of Boot Key Harbor.
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King Seafood Market & Restaurant
King Seafood – Market & Restaurant — fresh local seafood market and casual dining spot in Marathon, where daily catches become your meal.
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Salt + Ash
Salt + Ash is an elevated farm-to-table restaurant by Michelin-starred Chef Jeremy Ford, located at Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Key. It blends bold coastal flavors with fresh, locally sourced ingredients for a refined dining experience.
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Sombrero Marina
Sombrero Marina: A full‑amenity, live‑aboard marina in Marathon’s protected Boot Key Harbor, complete with slips, laundry, showers, and a waterfront bar.
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La Niña Restaurant
La Niña Restaurant — authentic Cuban cuisine in Marathon, where hearty flavors and local charm meet.
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Hideaway Café
Hideaway Café at Rainbow Bend Resort offers fine dining with oceanfront views on Grassy Key, blending French and American cuisine in a romantic setting.
