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
7 Mile Cafe & Kava Bar
7 Mile Café & Kava Bar is a cozy spot blending café favorites with relaxing kava drinks to fuel your day and soothe your mind.
Key West
Cuban Coffee Queen Waterfront
Cuban Coffee Queen Waterfront in Key West offers bold Cuban coffee, fresh breakfast sandwiches, and tropical treats with scenic harbor views.
Key Largo
Key Largo Conch House
Key Largo Conch House — beloved family-owned seafood restaurant in Key Largo serving fresh local catches and tropical favorites.
Marathon
Havana Jack's Oceanside Restaurant and Bar
Experience vibrant American Caribbean flavors and lively atmosphere at Havana Jack's Oceanside!
Key West
Lil Chick & Pizza Chick
LiL Chick & Pizza Chick — late-night wood-fired pizza spot in Key West, where creative toppings and island energy come alive.
Key West
Grand Café
Grand Café is a Duval Street gem in Key West offering fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, and elegant ambiance in a historic Victorian setting.
Islamorada
Habanos Oceanfront Dining
Habanos Oceanfront serves authentic Cuban cuisine—like ropa vieja and Cuban sandwiches—with tropical drinks and standout marina views in Islamorada.
Key Largo
Dani and Mike’s 102
Dani & Mike’s 102 in Key Largo serves fresh seafood, casual American fare, and tropical drinks in a relaxed, waterfront setting.
Islamorada
The Beach Cafe & Bar
The Beach Café and Bar in Islamorada offers oceanfront dining with fresh seafood, tropical drinks, and unbeatable island views.
Key West
Blue Heaven Andy’s Cabana
Blue Heaven Key West offers whimsical al fresco dining with Caribbean-inspired cuisine, live music, and a laid-back garden setting.
Key Largo
Alabama Jacks
Alabama Jack’s is a rustic, waterfront fish shack and dive bar in Key Largo, celebrated for its laid-back vibe and fresh seafood.
The Lower Keys
Sugarloaf Key Hotel at KOA Resort
Tropical seaside stay with marina access and on-site dining.
Key West
Bagatelle
Bagatelle Key West is an elegant tropical-American restaurant on Duval Street, known for its gourmet seafood, inventive cocktails, and romantic ambiance.
Key West
Dragon & Rooster
Dragon & Rooster is an Asian fusion restaurant in Key West serving bold, vibrant flavors from across East and Southeast Asia on Duval Street
