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.
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.
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.
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Aqua Bar & Nightclub
Aqua Key West is a vibrant LGBTQ+ nightclub on Duval Street, renowned for its nightly drag performances, signature cocktails, and lively atmosphere.
Marathon
Bea-Licious Grill
Bea-licious Grill is a lively food truck in Marathon serving up juicy burgers, grilled specialties, seafood, and Cuban flavors in a casual, waterfront setting.
Islamorada
Caloosa Cove Resort
Caloosa Cove Resort & Marina offers 30 oceanfront suites with kitchens, balconies, and ocean views.
Key West
Grand Vin Wine Bar
Key West’s original wine bar, Grand Vin Wine Bar offers an inviting porch setting to enjoy exceptional wines and curated cheese plates in the heart of Old Town.
Islamorada
Healthy D'Lites
Healthy D’Lites is a specialty bakery offering sugar-free, keto/low-carb, and diabetic-friendly baked goods that taste indulgent without the guilt.
Marathon
Faro Blanco Resort Marathon Florida Keys, Curio by Hilton
Waterfront resort in Marathon offering coastal luxury, a full-service marina, spa, dining, four pools, and a sister property, Courtyard by Marriott.
Weddings Max
130
Meetings Max
130
Total Space
1820 sq ft
Largest Room
1820 sq ft
Key Largo
High Tide Restaurant
High Tide Restaurant in Key Largo serves up hearty all-day breakfasts, fresh seafood dishes, and homestyle specials in a welcoming café setting.
Hobo's Cafe
Hobo’s Café in Key Largo serves fresh local seafood, generous portions, and friendly service in a laid-back Florida Keys setting.
Key West
Frita's Cuban Burgers
Fritas Cuban Burger Café brings the bold flavors of Cuban street food to Key West with signature frita burgers and fusion tacos.
Key West
Parrot Key Hotel & Villas
Parrot Key Hotel & Villas is a tropical oasis in Key West, offering spacious rooms, suites, and villas surrounded by lush gardens, four outdoor pools, and a complimentary shuttle to Old Town attractions.
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.
Key West
The Retro Room
The Retro Room is a Key West arcade bar and cafe at 126 Simonton Street offering 24 taps of craft beer, wine, sake, and specialty beverages alongside hundreds of board games, retro video arcade games, and weekly events including trivia nights, tournaments, and bar crawls.
Islamorada
Chef Michael's
Experience Chef Michael's: creative local Florida Keys cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Islamorada
Whale Harbor Seafood Buffet
What The Fish Rolls in Islamorada serves up fresh, local seafood with a creative twist, featuring hand-crafted rolls, tacos, and tropical flavors.
