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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.

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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

Conch Custard

Taste the unique flavors of Conch Custard in Marathon, FL—fresh, local, and unforgettable!

Islamorada

Robbie's of Islamorada

Robbie’s of Islamorada offers thrilling tarpon feeding, fishing, water sports, and vibrant local dining in the heart of the Florida Keys.

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.

Key Largo

La Guajira Cafeteria

La Guajira Cafeteria — Cuban cafeteria-style dining in Key Largo, where flavorful classics and breakfast favorites fuel island adventures.

Key West

Mo's Restaurant

Mo’s Restaurant – A cozy Caribbean-Creole eatery near Bayview Park offering bold Haitian and island flavors in Key West.

Key West

Garden of Eden

Garden of Eden is Key West’s iconic rooftop bar at The Bull & Whistle, offering a clothing-optional, open-air lounge with panoramic island views, live DJ music, and a welcoming, free-spirited atmosphere.

Key West

Orchid Key Inn

Orchid Key Inn is an adults-only boutique hotel on Duval Street, offering stylish rooms, a tropical pool with a hot tub, and a vibrant poolside bar, all within walking distance of Key West's top attractions.

Islamorada

Capt Craig's Restaurant

A beloved Florida Keys seafood spot in Tavernier, serving fresh catches and the “world-famous” fish sandwich daily.

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.

Key West

5 Brothers Grocery & Sandwich Shop

5 Brothers Grocery & Sandwich Shop: Fresh Cuban sandwiches, coffee, and community vibes.

Key West

Kim’s Kuban

Kim's Kuban — Cuban-American cuisine in Key West, where home-style flavors and island hospitality come together.

Islamorada

Mr. C's Gourmet Ice Cream

Mr. C’s Ice Cream & Gelato – Serving homemade, all-natural ice cream, gelato, and real-fruit sorbets made from a 52-year-old family recipe in Islamorada.