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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Marathon
Marathon Grill and Ale House
Marathon Grill & Ale House — hearty American cuisine and craft beer in Marathon, where game-day specials, late-night hours and a welcoming “hometown” vibe await.
Key West
Old Town Suites
Old Town Suites is a boutique hotel in Key West featuring self-catering apartments with full kitchens, a coffee shop, and a prime location just steps from Duval Street and the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.
Islamorada
Florida Keys Farmers Market
A lively weekly farmers market in Islamorada with fresh produce, local art, and live music.
Sushi Sake Key Largo
Sushi Sake in Key Largo serves fresh, authentic Japanese sushi and sashimi in a relaxed, inviting setting. Perfect for sushi lovers craving quality and flavor.
Key West
The Docks Restaurant + Raw Bar
The Docks Key West offers fresh-caught seafood, craft cocktails, and stunning harbor views in a laid-back coastal atmosphere.
Key Largo
Keys' Meads
Keys Meads is a Florida Keys craft meadery producing small-batch, locally inspired honey wines with tropical flavor profiles.
Islamorada
Tacos Jalisco 2
Tacos Jalisco 2 in Tavernier serves fresh, authentic Mexican tacos and traditional dishes in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Key West
Sunset Watersports Key West
Sunset Watersports is Key West’s oldest and most trusted watersports provider, offering parasailing, snorkeling, jet ski tours, sunset dinner cruises, and more.
Key West
Key West Salad Shack
Key West Salad Shack is a fresh, locally owned spot in Old Town serving vegan salads, wraps, cold-pressed juices, and specialty coffee drinks—perfect for a quick, healthy bite in the heart of Key West.
Key West
The Saint Hotel
The Saint Hotel Key West, Autograph Collection, is an adults-only boutique hotel located at 417 Eaton Street in Old Town Key West.
Key Largo
Italian Food Company - Key Largo
Authentic Neapolitan pizzas and Italian classics in Key Largo.
Marathon
LJ's Café
LJ’s Café in Marathon serves up artisan espresso, fresh-baked pastries, and hearty breakfast and lunch classics in a cozy roadside setting.
Key West
Alonzo's Oyster Bar
Alonzo’s Oyster Bar is a waterfront Key West eatery offering fresh seafood, raw oysters, and scenic harbor views.
Marathon
La Chapina Restaurant
La Chapina Restaurant — authentic Guatemalan cuisine in Marathon, where bold flavors and island hospitality meet.
Key West
Two Friends Patio Restaurant
Two Friends Patio Restaurant in Key West offers fresh seafood, tropical cocktails, and live music in a fun, laid-back island atmosphere.
