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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.

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Key West

Santiago's Bodega Tapas Restaurant

Santiago’s Bodega — tapas small‑plates & sangria in Key West, where globally‑inspired shareable dishes meet a warm, local neighborhood vibe.

Marathon

Captain Pip's Marina & Hideaway

Captain Pip’s Marina & Hideaway offers waterfront accommodations in Marathon, FL, featuring cozy rooms and 1- and 2-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes.

Trianos Taco Company

Triano’s Taco Company in Big Pine Key serves up authentic Mexican street tacos, fresh ingredients, and bold island flavors.

Key Largo

Seaside Eatery

Seaside Eatery — all‑vegan café in Key Largo where creative plant‑based breakfast, wraps and artisanal sandwiches meet laid‑back island charm.

Key West

The Baklava

The Baklava Key West is a specialty dessert shop in Key West offering handcrafted baklava, Greek pastries, and indulgent sweet treats on Greene Street.

Key West

Prime 951 Steakhouse

Prime Steakhouse — upscale steak and seafood dining in Key West, where premium cuts and refined service define the experience.

Marathon

Hideaway Café

Hideaway Café at Rainbow Bend Resort offers fine dining with oceanfront views on Grassy Key, blending French and American cuisine in a romantic setting.

Key West

Cafe Marquesa

Café Marquesa (at the Marquesa Hotel) offers refined coastal fine dining in Key West, blending locally sourced seafood, meats, and house-made desserts in an elegant setting.

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

Take Two Key Largo

Take Two Key Largo offers fresh, delicious seafood and American cuisine in a relaxed Keys atmosphere.

Key West

Fogarty's and the Flying Monkeys Saloon

Fogarty’s & the Flying Monkeys Saloon is a Key West staple on Duval Street, known for its frozen drinks, island-style fare, and energetic open-air vibe.