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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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 West
Chico's Cantina
Chico’s Cantina in Key West is a family‑owned Mexican restaurant known for its award‑winning cuisine, featuring fresh, locally caught seafood and bold flavors in a casual setting.
Marathon
Takeria La Palapa
Takeria La Palapa in Marathon serves fresh, flavorful Mexican cuisine with a casual Keys vibe.
Key West
Oceans Edge Resort & Marina
Oceans Edge Key West Resort & Marina is a luxury waterfront resort on Stock Island, featuring six heated saltwater pools, a 165-slip marina, an on-site restaurant, and complimentary shuttle service to Old Town Key West.
Marathon
Sweet Savannah's Bake Shop
Sweet Savannah’s — cozy Key West bakery & café serving homemade breads, sandwiches, pastries, and island comfort
Key West
Boat House Bar & Grill
Boathouse Bar & Grill in Key West serves fresh seafood, steaks, and cocktails in a lively waterfront setting with daily happy hour specials.
Key Largo
La Guajira Cafeteria
La Guajira Cafeteria — Cuban cafeteria-style dining in Key Largo, where flavorful classics and breakfast favorites fuel island adventures.
Key Largo
Enrico's Pizza Key Largo
Enrico’s Pizza in Key Largo serves authentic New York–style pizza, pasta, and Italian favorites made with fresh ingredients and big flavors.
Key West
Origami Sushi Bar
The Spa at Sunset Key Cottages — luxury island-spa and wellness retreat in Key West, where serene treatments meet private-island elegance.
Key Largo
Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill
Waterfront dining & live music 7 nights a week at Key Largo’s bayside hotspot.
Marathon
Fish Tales Market and Eatery
Fresh Florida Keys seafood, award-winning sandwiches, and fresh seafood platters!
Islamorada
Lido 73
Lido 73 — waterfront Italian-inspired dining in Tavernier (Florida Keys), where coastal flavor meets laid-back beach-club ambiance.
Key West
El Molcajete Mexican Restaurant
El Molcajete Key West serves authentic, family-style Mexican cuisine with fresh ingredients and traditional flavors.
Key West
Mary Ellen's Bar and Kitchen
Mary Ellen’s Bar — lively dive bar & comfort-food eatery in Key West, where frozen “Irish Coffee” and quirky events meet laid-back island fun.
Islamorada
The SandBAR at Whale Harbor
Whale Harbor Sandbar offers waterfront dining and tropical drinks in a vibrant Key West setting. Perfect for enjoying fresh seafood and stunning sunset views.
