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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Tuyo y Mio THAI
Tuyo y Mio Thai in Islamorada offers authentic Thai cuisine with bold flavors and fresh ingredients in a cozy island setting.
Taki Outi
Taki Outi Islamorada serves up fresh, flavorful Asian-inspired takeout with a Keys twist.
Island Grill
Keys Island Grill — island-inspired dining in Islamorada, where fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and oceanfront views come together.
Dive Bar on the Bay
Dive Bar on the Bay in Tavernier is a waterfront bar and grill serving cold drinks, casual bites, and island views in a laid-back setting.
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.
Tides Beachside Bar & Grill
Beachside Bar & Grill at Islander Resort in Islamorada offers fresh coastal cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and stunning oceanfront views in a relaxed tropical setting.
Twisted Shrimp
Twisted Shrimp in Key West serves up bold, flavorful seafood dishes with a creative twist in a fun, casual setting.
Bad Boy Burrito Islamorada
Bad Boy Burrito in Islamorada serves up bold, fresh Mexican cuisine—including signature burritos, tacos, and sushi—in a laid-back, tropical setting.
J-Dao Sushi Thai
J-Dao Sushi Thai — vibrant sushi and Thai cuisine destination in Tavernier, Florida Keys.
Joey's Mini Donuts
Hot, fresh mini donuts in the Florida Keys—Joey’s Mini Donuts / Joey Bag-O-Donuts serves made-to-order sweet treats and event catering from Key Largo to Key West.
Bites on the Bay
Bites on the Bay is a waterfront food trailer in Tavernier serving fresh seafood, tacos, burgers, and local favorites with laid-back island flair.
Marker 88
Marker 88 — iconic waterfront dining in Islamorada where sunset views, fresh seafood and island-crafted cocktails converge.
Enrico’s Pizza
Enrico’s Pizza blends New York–style pizza, pasta, subs, and salads with fresh ingredients and family tradition in the Florida Keys.
Puerto Vallarta Mexican Bar & Grill
P.V. Mexican Seafood — authentic Mexican-seafood dining in Islamorada, where fresh Pacific-Rim recipes meet vibrant island flavor.
Mercado Morada
Mercado Morada — vibrant Latin-American street-market dining at ocean-front Three Waters Resort & Marina in Islamorada, where bold flavors meet waterfront vibes.