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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Chef Heather McDonald
Chef Heather McDonald is an award-winning personal chef in the Florida Keys, offering bespoke catering and private dining services.
Islamorada
Mangrove Mike's
Mangrove Mike’s Café is a family-owned diner in Islamorada, FL, serving award-winning breakfast and lunch all day in a nostalgic, Florida Keys-inspired setting.
Islamorada
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.
Marathon
Herbie's Bar & Chowder House
Herbie’s Bar & Chowder House in Marathon is a longtime favorite on the Overseas Highway, known for hearty seafood dishes, craft beer selections, and a genuine Florida Keys vibe.
Key Largo
Shipwrecks Bar & Grill
Shipwreck’s Bar & Grill — waterfront bar & grill in Key Largo offering seafood dishes, comfort grub and brews on tap in a laid‑back canal‑side setting.
Islamorada
Crooked Palm Cabana
Crooked Palm Cabana is a cocktail lounge at Crooked Palm Distillery in Key West, serving handcrafted spirits, rum tastings, and tropical libations.
Islamorada
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.
Key West
Caribbean Coffee Roasters
Caribbean Coffee Roasters in Key West delivers premium, small-batch roasted coffee in a cozy, island café setting.
Midway Cafe & Coffee Bar
Midway Café & Coffee Bar is a vibrant, pet-friendly café in Islamorada, FL, offering fresh-baked pastries, organic coffee, and a diverse menu with vegetarian and gluten-free options.
Key West
Fishwife Restaurant & Raw Bar
Fishwife Restaurant & Raw Bar is a Key West restaurant and raw bar on Petronia Street serving seafood-focused dishes and cocktails.
Las Olas
Las Olas at Playa Largo Resort — ceviche bar & lounge in Key Largo, where Peruvian-inspired flavors and island elegance unite.
The Lower Keys
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.
Key Largo
Gilbert's Resort & Marina
Gilbert’s Resort & Marina is a laid-back waterfront resort in Key Largo, featuring waterfront rooms, a private beach, and the Keys’ largest tiki bar with live music and dining.
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Islamorada
Lido 73
Lido 73 — waterfront Italian-inspired dining in Tavernier (Florida Keys), where coastal flavor meets laid-back beach-club ambiance.
Key West
Southernmost Sandy’s Cafe
Southernmost Sandy’s Cafe — casual Cuban‑ and Caribbean‑influenced café in Key West (1327 Duval St) where flavorful eats meet a prime location at the southern tip of the USA.
