Seafood platter with crab, shrimp, and wine on a wooden table.

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.

Key lime pie with whipped cream and lime on a plate, coffee cup nearby.

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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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.

Key West

Moondog Cafe & Bakery

Moondog Cafe is a Michelin-recognized Key West restaurant and bakery serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, and house-made desserts near historic Whitehead Street.

The Lower Keys

Bagel Island Sandwich Shoppe

Bagel Island Coffee is a cozy Big Pine Key café offering freshly made New York-style bagels, Cuban coffee, and hearty breakfast & lunch sandwiches.

Key Largo

Gilbert's Resort & Marina

Gilbert’s Resort & Marina is a laid-back waterfront resort in Key Largo, featuring waterfront rooms, a private beach, and the Keys’ largest tiki bar with live music and dining.

Weddings Max

1000

The Lower Keys

Tonio's Seafood Shack & Tiki Bar

Tonio’s Seafood Shack & Tiki Bar serves fresh seafood, island-inspired dishes, and tropical cocktails in a fun waterfront setting.

Keys Season Deals

Key West

The Marker Key West Harbor Resort

The Marker Key West Harbor Resort is a luxury hotel located in Old Town Key West, offering a blend of classic Florida Keys elegance and modern amenities.

Weddings Max

100

Meetings Max

Total Space

655 sq ft

Largest Room

655 sq ft

Key West

Small Chef At Large Catering

Small Chef At Large — full‑service catering & private chef services in Key West, where gourmet meals, event catering and yacht provisions meet island elegance.