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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Islamorada
El Jardin Restaurante
El Jardín Restaurante in Islamorada offers authentic Honduran and Central American flavors—think tostones rellenos, hearty specialties, and vibrant Latin dishes.
Marathon
Paradise Cuban Restaurant
Paradise Cuban Restaurant – Authentic Cuban breakfast and lunch comfort food in the heart of the Florida Keys.
Key West
Four Flamingos
Four Flamingos Key West offers a vibrant dining experience featuring fresh seafood, tropical flavors, and creative cocktails inspired by the spirit of the islands.
The Lower Keys
Forks & Stix
Forks & Stix in Big Pine Key serves fresh sushi rolls, flavorful poke bowls, and creative sandwiches in a relaxed, island-inspired atmosphere.
Key Largo
Keys' Meads
Keys Meads is a Florida Keys craft meadery producing small-batch, locally inspired honey wines with tropical flavor profiles.
Key West
Martin's
Martin’s Steak & Lobster — fine dining in Key West, where European elegance meets tropical flair on Duval Street.
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
Oceanview Inn & Sports Club
The Ocean View Inn & Sports Pub in Islamorada offers comfortable accommodations with a tropical flair, an outdoor pool, and a lively pub serving classic American fare and late-night bites.
Key West
Lola's Bistro Key West
Lola’s Bistro Key West offers an intimate dining experience with globally inspired cuisine and a chef-driven menu in a cozy island setting.
Key West
Latitudes at Sunset Key
Latitudes — award-winning beachfront dining on Sunset Key, offering elevated island cuisine just off Key West.
Key West
Grand Vin Wine Bar
Key West’s original wine bar, Grand Vin Wine Bar offers an inviting porch setting to enjoy exceptional wines and curated cheese plates in the heart of Old Town.
Marathon
Wooden Spoon
The Wooden Spoon in Marathon is a beloved local diner serving hearty breakfast and classic comfort food in a cozy, hometown setting.
