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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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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.

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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.

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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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Keys Season Deals

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Tiki Bar at Three Waters Resort & Marina

The Tiki Bar at Three Waters Resort in Islamorada offers tropical cocktails, fresh bites, and stunning oceanfront views in a true island paradise.

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Lido 73

Lido 73 — waterfront Italian-inspired dining in Tavernier (Florida Keys), where coastal flavor meets laid-back beach-club ambiance.

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Kaiyo Grill & Sushi

Kaiyo Grill & Sushi — upscale Island-Asian fusion dining in Islamorada, Florida Keys.

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Mom And Daughter Juice Bar

Mom and Daughter Juice Bar – A vibrant, locally-owned café in Tavernier serving fresh smoothies, wraps and homemade empanadas.

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Atlantic's Edge Restaurant

Atlantic's Edge is a premier seafood restaurant in Islamorada, offering island-inspired cuisine with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.

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Sushi Sake

Sushi Sake in Islamorada offers fresh, authentic sushi and Japanese cuisine in a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. Perfect for sushi enthusiasts seeking quality and flavor in the Florida Keys.

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Gardenia's Bistro / GB’s Lounge

Gardenia’s Bistro in Tavernier, FL is a family-owned, eco-conscious café that serves organic breakfasts, lunch bites, and a bar/lounge experience in the evenings.

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Oceanview Inn & Sports Club

The Ocean View Inn & Sports Pub in Islamorada offers comfortable accommodations with a tropical flair, an outdoor pool, and a lively pub serving classic American fare and late-night bites.

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Chef Michael's

Experience Chef Michael's: creative local Florida Keys cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

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Mangrove Marina

Full-service marina in Tavernier offering wet slips, dry storage, houseboat rentals & resort amenities in a protected mangrove setting.

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Caloosa Cove Resort

Caloosa Cove Resort & Marina offers 30 oceanfront suites with kitchens, balconies, and ocean views.

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Green Turtle Inn

The Green Turtle Inn in Islamorada is a landmark restaurant serving fresh local seafood, hearty American classics, and warm Keys hospitality since 1947.

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Marker 88

Marker 88 — iconic waterfront dining in Islamorada where sunset views, fresh seafood and island-crafted cocktails converge.

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Scuba Town USA

Scuba Town USA in Islamorada offers an all-in-one dive and vacation experience with lodging, dining, pools, a private beach, and access to multiple dive-related businesses, all set within Three Waters Resort & Marina.