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
Baby's Coffee
Baby’s Coffee, Key West’s iconic roastery since 1991, offers 100% Arabica beans in a variety of roasts, including the popular Key West Old Town Roast®. Enjoy their gourmet blends at their Mile Marker 15 location or shop online.
The Lower Keys
The Dining Room
The Dining Room at Little Palm Island offers an exclusive oceanfront culinary experience featuring fresh, locally inspired cuisine in a luxurious tropical setting.
Marathon
Food For Thought
Natural wellness café and market with organic, vegan, and gluten-free delights.
Key West
The Original Rainbow Cone - Key West
Rainbow Cone offers a colorful, delicious ice cream experience with unique multi-flavored cones. A sweet treat destination for families and ice cream lovers alike.
Islamorada
Wahoo's Seafood Bar and Grill
Wahoo’s Bar and Grill in Islamorada serves fresh local seafood, tropical cocktails, and stunning oceanfront views in a laid-back Florida Keys setting.
Key West
La Grignote
La Grignote is a charming French bakery and café in Key West, offering scratch-made pastries, gourmet brunch dishes, and specialty coffees in a cozy, island-inspired setting.
Gumby's Scratch Kitchen
Gumby’s Scratch Kitchen in Key Largo serves up made-from-scratch comfort classics and fresh daily specials in a casual, welcoming café setting.
Keys Wok n' Roll
Keys Wok & Roll — Asian fusion take-out & delivery in Key Largo, where bold flavors and island convenience meet.
Key West
Onlywood Grill
Onlywood Grill — Italian wood-fired steakhouse & pizzeria in Key West, where imported craftsmanship and local flavor meet.
Key West
Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville – Key West — island-style dining and live music on Duval Street in Key West where tropical flavors and laid-back fun meet.
The Lower Keys
Hogfish Bar & Grill
Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West serves authentic island flavors, fresh local seafood, and cold drinks in a laid-back waterfront setting.
The Lower Keys
The Bent Prop Bar & Grill
Bent Prop Bar & Grill in the Florida Keys serves up delicious coastal cuisine, refreshing drinks, and unbeatable waterfront views.
Islamorada
Mom And Daughter Juice Bar
Mom and Daughter Juice Bar – A vibrant, locally-owned café in Tavernier serving fresh smoothies, wraps and homemade empanadas.
Marathon
Keys Fisheries
Seafood restaurant, market & marina in Marathon offering fresh local catch, waterfront views & full bar.
Key Largo
Dry Rocks
Dry Rocks at Baker’s Cay is a beachside restaurant in Key Largo serving vibrant Mexican-inspired dishes, craft cocktails, live music, and stunning coastal views.
