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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Islamorada
Morada Way Arts & Cultural District
Discover vibrant art and culture in the heart of Islamorada at Morada Way!
Key West
5 Brothers Grocery & Sandwich Shop
5 Brothers Grocery & Sandwich Shop: Fresh Cuban sandwiches, coffee, and community vibes.
Marathon
Clouds in my Coffee Catering/Private Chef/The Table
Clouds in My Coffee Catering, led by Chef Leigh Ann, offers gourmet private chef services, in-flight catering, and curated events in Marathon and the Middle Keys.
Islamorada
Tuyo y Mio THAI
Tuyo y Mio Thai in Islamorada offers authentic Thai cuisine with bold flavors and fresh ingredients in a cozy island setting.
The Lower Keys
Annes Kitchen
Anne’s Kitchen is a Florida Keys food truck serving homemade meals and Filipino favorites like lumpia and pancit, prepared fresh with a focus on comfort, flavor, and family-style hospitality.
Marathon
Mahina
Mahina at Isla Bella Beach Resort — upscale Pacific-Rim dining in Marathon, where seaside elegance meets bold island-inspired flavors.
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 Largo
Enrico's Pizza Key Largo
Enrico’s Pizza in Key Largo serves authentic New York–style pizza, pasta, and Italian favorites made with fresh ingredients and big flavors.
Key West
Key West EmPourium
EmPOURium — vibrant multi-venue food, drink & entertainment destination in the heart of Key West.
Key West
The Baklava
The Baklava Key West is a specialty dessert shop in Key West offering handcrafted baklava, Greek pastries, and indulgent sweet treats on Greene Street.
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.
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
Rick's and Durty Harry's
Rick’s & Durty Harry’s Entertainment Complex — vibrant live music and dance club in Key West, where seven venues under one roof deliver nonstop fun on Duval Street.
Islamorada
Island Grill
Keys Island Grill — island-inspired dining in Islamorada, where fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and oceanfront views come together.
Islamorada
Capt Craig's Restaurant
Captain Craig’s in Islamorada is a Keys institution known for its World-Famous Fish Sandwich, fresh seafood, and creative sandwiches in a casual, welcoming setting.
