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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.

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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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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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Marathon

Faro Blanco Marina

Faro Blanco Marina — premier full-service yacht marina and waterfront destination in Marathon, Florida Keys with deep-water slips, fuel, dockside amenities & dining.

Key West

Baby's Grill

Baby's Grill is a popular food truck in Key West, offering a variety of hearty dishes including cheesesteaks, grilled chicken sandwiches, and red beans and rice. Located at Mile Marker 15, it's the perfect spot for a quick and satisfying meal.

Key West

Floridita Food Truck at Havana Cabana

Floridita Food Truck at Havana Cabana serves Cuban-Caribbean fare—from breakfast empanadas to pressed sandwiches and fish tacos—in a casual, open-air setting.

Key Largo

Skippers Dockside

Skipper’s Dockside — oceanfront seafood & comfort fare at Mile Marker 100 in Key Largo, where marina‑side views, live music and classic cocktails set the scene.

Key West

Flaming Buoy Filet Co.

The Flaming Buoy Filet Co. in Key West blends retro supper-club charm with fresh seafood and Caribbean-inspired cuisine in an intimate, whimsical setting.

The Lower Keys

China Garden

China Garden in Big Pine Key offers classic Chinese dishes like General Tso’s Chicken, pork fried rice, and chow mein in a casual, family‑friendly setting.

Key West

Cayo Hueso Brewing

Island-inspired craft beer in Key West: paradise unfiltered

The Lower Keys

Yessi's Kitchen

Yessi’s Kitchen Co. is a Florida Keys–based private chef and catering service known for fresh seafood dishes, tacos, and house-made ceviche served at local markets and pop-up events.

Key Largo

Sal's Ballyhoo's

Sal’s Ballyhoo’s Historic Seafood Grille — fresh Florida seafood with a Southern twist in Key Largo, where award‑winning dishes meet indoor and pet‑friendly outdoor dining.

Avenue Subs Key Largo

Avenue Subs in Key Largo offers hearty, fresh-made subs like the Italian Combo, Meatball Parmesan, and Turkey, all served on oven-toasted rolls. This family-owned shop is known for its generous portions and friendly service.

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.