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 Best Coffee in Town
The Best Coffee in Town Key West brews rich, aromatic coffee made from premium beans, served fresh in a cozy island setting.
Marathon
Hurricane Grille
Hurricane Grille — waterfront dining and lively sports bar in Marathon, where fresh-catch seafood, tropical cocktails and live music meet Florida Keys fun.
Key West
Oceans Edge Cafe
Yellowfin Bar & Kitchen — waterfront dining at Oceans Edge Resort in Key West, where fresh local seafood and Caribbean-inspired flavors meet harbor views.
Key West
The Docks Restaurant + Raw Bar
The Docks Key West offers fresh-caught seafood, craft cocktails, and stunning harbor views in a laid-back coastal atmosphere.
Key West
Mac Doo BBQ
Mac Doo BBQ is a Key West barbecue restaurant serving smoked meats, gluten-free sauces and rubs, and Florida Keys roadside flavor.
Key Largo
Caribbean Club
Historic Florida Bay bar with stunning sunsets, live bands, karaoke nights, and signature rum punches — a beloved local hangout in Key Largo, FL.
The Lower Keys
Murray's Market
Murray’s Market in Marathon offers fresh-cut meats, Boar’s Head subs, produce, baked goods, beer, wine & gourmet groceries.
Marathon
Clouds in my Coffee Catering/Private Chef/The Table
Clouds in My Coffee Catering, led by Chef Leigh Ann, offers gourmet private chef services, in-flight catering, and curated events in Marathon and the Middle Keys.
Key West
Kermit's Key Lime Pie Shop
Located on Duval Street, Kermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe offers a variety of key lime treats, including their famous key lime pie, in a vibrant and historic setting.
Key West
Bel Mare
Bel Mare is a waterfront fine-dining Italian restaurant in Key West, serving handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and creative cocktails.
Key West
Bourbon St. Pub
Bourbon St. Pub Key West is the island’s premier LGBTQ+ bar, offering lively entertainment, craft cocktails, and a vibrant party atmosphere in the heart of Duval Street.
