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 Largo
Gus' Grille - Reefhouse Resort & Marina
Gus’ Grille at Reefhouse Resort in Key Largo offers seaside dining with fresh seafood, coastal classics, and panoramic views over the bay.
The Lower Keys
Boardwalk Bar & Grill
Boardwalk Bar & Grill in Big Pine Key is a laid-back Florida Keys restaurant serving pizza, seafood, burgers, and comfort food favorites with live music and late-night bites.
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
Garbo's Grill Key West
Garbo’s Grill is a celebrated Key West food truck known for bold fusion tacos, burgers, and intimate island vibes.
The Lower Keys
Icestream Homemade Ice Cream
Homemade small-batch ice cream from a renovated Airstream at Morning Joint.
Key Largo
Pilot House Restaurant & Marina
Full-service marina & waterfront dining in the heart of Key Largo
Key West
Martin's
Martin’s Steak & Lobster — fine dining in Key West, where European elegance meets tropical flair on Duval Street.
Key West
Yellowfin Bar & Kitchen
Yellowfin Bar & Kitchen at Ocean’s Edge in Key West offers waterfront dining featuring fresh local seafood, Caribbean-inspired flavors, and sweeping marina views.
Key West
Lolita's Coastal Cocina
Lolita’s Coastal Cocina — vibrant Latin-inspired waterfront dining at Opal Key Resort & Marina in Key West.
Key Largo
Alfredo's Cookhouse
Alfredo's Cook House: Family-owned, cozy spot in the Florida Keys with 50+ international dishes.
Key West
Dragon & Rooster
Dragon & Rooster is an Asian fusion restaurant in Key West serving bold, vibrant flavors from across East and Southeast Asia on Duval Street
Marathon
Sparky's Landing - Fish n Cocktails
Sparky’s Landing in Marathon serves fresh seafood, island-inspired dishes, and tropical cocktails with stunning waterfront views.
Key West
22&Co
22&Co is a whimsical cocktail bar in Key West serving fresh, glitter-infused drinks with fun bartenders, tutus, and unicorn flair.
Key West
The Alamo Key West
The Alamo Key West is a laid-back local bar known for its friendly atmosphere, cold drinks, and classic island charm.
Marathon
Upper Crust Pizza
Upper Crust Pizza in Marathon serves up delicious hand-tossed pizzas, fresh ingredients, and family-friendly dining in the heart of the Florida Keys.
