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.
1 of
Filters
Key West
Nine One Five Restaurant & Bar
Nine One Five – Upscale New-American dining in a charming 1850s Victorian home at 915 Duval Street, Key West.
Key West
Oasis Mediterranean Cuisine
Oasis Mediterranean Cuisine — Mediterranean dining in Key West, where authentic flavors and garden-patio ambiance meet.
Key Largo
Sharkey’s Sharkbite Grill
Ocean-view pub food & craft brews in Key Largo—good vibes, great sunsets.
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.
Key West
Lobster Shack, The
Lobster Shack Key West serves fresh, buttery lobster rolls, sandwiches, and seafood favorites just steps from the beach.
Marathon
Salt + Ash
Salt + Ash is an elevated farm-to-table restaurant by Michelin-starred Chef Jeremy Ford, located at Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Key. It blends bold coastal flavors with fresh, locally sourced ingredients for a refined dining experience.
Marathon
Conch Custard
Taste the unique flavors of Conch Custard in Marathon, FL—fresh, local, and unforgettable!
Key West
Karlita's Cafe
Karlita’s Cafe — cozy Key West eatery serving hearty Latin-American breakfasts, robust coffee and casual lunch fare.
Islamorada
Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar
Waterfront dining with live music, stunning sunsets, and fresh seafood in Islamorada.
The Lower Keys
Florida Keys Cafe
Florida Keys Café in Big Pine Key is a cozy diner serving hearty breakfast and lunch classics with friendly local charm.
Islamorada
The Beach Cafe & Bar
The Beach Café and Bar in Islamorada offers oceanfront dining with fresh seafood, tropical drinks, and unbeatable island views.
Key Largo
Tower Of Pizza
Tower of Pizza in Key Largo serves up delicious hand-tossed pizzas, hearty pastas, and classic Italian comfort food in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
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.
Key West
Dorada
Dorada Key West is a beachfront restaurant inside Casa Marina offering Baja-Med cuisine that blends Mexican, Mediterranean, and Florida-inspired flavors.
