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.
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.
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.
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Sarabeth's
Sarabeth’s Key West — stylish American brunch & dinner in Key West, where creative takes on breakfast classics meet a polished yet relaxed island setting.
Key West
The Canary Room
The Canary Room in Key West offers an intimate cocktail lounge experience with handcrafted drinks, elegant décor, and a relaxed island vibe.
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.
Key Largo
Coco Plum Place
Coco Plum Place in Key Largo is a cozy café offering fresh-pressed juices, house-roasted coffee, smoothie bowls, avocado toast, and vegan-friendly fare in a boutique-style setting.
Key West
Pop's Smoke Shed Key West
Pop’s Smoke Shed — standout slow-smoked BBQ in Key West where bold flavor meets island casual.
Key Largo
Blonde Giraffe Key Lime Pie Factory ®
Blond Giraffe Key Lime Pie Factory in Tavernier is famous for its award-winning key lime pie, cookies, and handmade sweet treats.
Key West
Effortless Creations
Effortless Creations — curated gift boxes and custom handcrafted presents in Key West & the Florida Keys for weddings, corporate events, celebrations, and special occasions.
Marathon
Lighthouse Kitchen + Bar
Lighthouse Kitchen + Bar – waterfront seafood restaurant in Marathon, where fresh local flavors and sunset views shine.
Key West
Flama Cabana
Flama Cabana is a vibrant waterfront cocktail lounge in Key West offering Cuban-inspired tapas, rum-forward cocktails, live music, and ocean views at Havana Cabana resort.
Islamorada
Italian Food Company - Islamorada
Italian Food Company in Islamorada offers an authentic Italian dining experience with wood-fired pizzas, handcrafted pastas, and fresh seafood in a warm, trattoria-style setting.
Key West
Key West Poké House
Key West Poké House — build-your-own poké bowls and hibachi-style dishes in downtown Key West.
Key Largo
La Guajira Cafeteria
La Guajira Cafeteria — Cuban cafeteria-style dining in Key Largo, where flavorful classics and breakfast favorites fuel island adventures.
The Marketplace
The Marketplace at Isla Bella is a one-stop resort hub in Marathon combining a gourmet café, boutique retail, and activity concierge services to serve guests and the public alike.
