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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Key West
La Pincha Conch Cuisine
La Pincha Key West is a casual Key West food truck concept serving Latin- and conch-inspired island dishes in the Florida Keys.
Key West
Matt's Stock Island Kitchen & Bar
Matt’s Stock Island Kitchen & Bar — American coastal comfort cuisine in Stock Island, where fresh-catch flavors and marina views create a standout dining experience.
Key Largo
Cow's Rule Gourmet Butter Company
Cow’s Rule Gourmet Butter Company in Key Largo creates small-batch compound butters that add bold, ready-to-use flavor to everyday cooking.
Key Largo
Jimmy Johnson's Big Chill
Waterfront dining & live music 7 nights a week at Key Largo’s bayside hotspot.
Key West
Mam's Best Food
Homey stop for casual bites including shawarma and falafel, plus seating and takeout.
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.
The Lower Keys
Galley Grill
The Galley Grill in Summerland Key serves hearty American comfort food, fresh breakfast classics, and casual lunch specials in a welcoming Keys-style café.
Marathon
El Siboney Marathon
Casual Cuban comfort food with generous portions and bold flavors — perfect for lunch or dinner after exploring the Keys.
Key West
Louie's Backyard
Louie’s Backyard — upscale ocean-front dining in Key West, where Caribbean flair meets fine cuisine under swaying palms.
Key West
Antonia's Restaurant
Antonia’s is a renowned Italian restaurant in Key West, celebrated for its handmade pasta, fresh local seafood, and award-winning wine list.
Islamorada
Island Grill
Keys Island Grill — island-inspired dining in Islamorada, where fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and oceanfront views come together.
Key Largo
Alfredo's Cookhouse
Alfredo's Cook House: Family-owned, cozy spot in the Florida Keys with 50+ international dishes.
The Lower Keys
Salty Oyster Dockside Bar & Grill
Salty Oyster Dockside Bar & Grill — relaxed waterfront dining in Stock Island/Key West, where fresh seafood, craft cocktails and live music meet marina‑side views.
Key West
Mac's Place
Mac’s Place — waterfront breakfast, lunch & dinner restaurant and lively tiki bar in Key West where marina views, daily live music and dock-side dining set the island tone.
Key West
Deluna's Cafe
Daya’s Cafe Cuban Restaurant in Key Largo offers authentic Cuban breakfast, sandwiches, and espresso in a welcoming, casual setting.
