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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.

Lionfish sashimi garnished with greens on a glass plate by a calm lake.

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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Marathon

Driftwood Pizza, Pasta, & Subs

Driftwood Pizza, Pasta & Subs in Marathon offers handmade pizzas, classic pasta dishes, and hearty subs with fresh ingredients in a casual, family-friendly setting.

Islamorada

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.

Key Largo

The Buzzard's Roost

The Buzzard’s Roost — waterfront Key Largo restaurant serving fresh seafood, steaks & island ambiance.

Key West

Kennedy Cafe

Kennedy Cafe — vibrant Mediterranean-style café and carry-out restaurant in Key West serving Greek, Turkish, Italian and Uzbek dishes.

Key West

Hard Rock Café

Hard Rock Cafe Key West on Duval Street blends American comfort food with rock-and-roll memorabilia and island energy.

Key West

Prime 951 Steakhouse

Prime Steakhouse — upscale steak and seafood dining in Key West, where premium cuts and refined service define the experience.

Islamorada

Old Tavernier Restaurant & Lounge

Old Tavernier Restaurant — Greek-Italian seafood dining in Tavernier, where family tradition and island flavor meet.

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.

Key West

Chart Room Cocktail Lounge

Chart Room Bar at Pier House Resort is a cozy, nostalgic Key West hangout serving classic cocktails and local lore in a tucked-away, nautically inspired setting.

Key Largo

YAHUALES RED TACOS

Yahuales Red Tacos in Key Largo serves authentic Mexican tacos and burritos with bold flavors, generous portions, and a welcoming food-truck vibe.

Key West

The Birdcage Cabaret

The Birdcage Cabaret — live drag & variety cabaret in Key West, where glitz, music & bold performances light up the night.

Key Largo

Mrs. Mac's Kitchen (Big)

Mrs. Mac’s Kitchen – A beloved Key Largo eatery serving hearty seafood, comfort classics and award-winning Key Lime Pie in a fun Florida Keys setting.

Key Largo

Tower Of Pizza

Tower of Pizza in Key Largo serves up delicious hand-tossed pizzas, hearty pastas, and classic Italian comfort food in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.