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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.

Lionfish sashimi garnished with greens on a glass plate by a calm lake.

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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Key Largo

The Armory Speakeasy at The Post

The Armory Speakeasy at The Post in Key Largo offers handcrafted cocktails and vintage charm in an exclusive, hidden bar setting.

Islamorada

Italian Food Company - Islamorada

Italian Food Company in Islamorada offers an authentic Italian dining experience with wood-fired pizzas, handcrafted pastas, and fresh seafood in a warm, trattoria-style setting.

Key West

Schooner Wharf Bar

Historic waterfront bar in Key West offering live music, fresh seafood, and island vibes.

Islamorada

The Trading Post

The Trading Post of Islamorada — a 24/7 deli, grocery, and local market hub with fresh food, full deli, and essentials.

Dennys Latin Cafe

Denny’s Latin Café in Key Largo serves authentic Cuban comfort food — from café cubano and sandwiches to ropa vieja and oxtail — in a welcoming, family-style atmosphere.

The Lower Keys

Good Food Conspiracy

Organic market and juice bar in Big Pine Key offering vegan wraps, smoothies, and holistic wellness products.

Key Largo

Daya’s Cafe Cuban Restaurant

Daya’s Cafe Cuban Restaurant in Key Largo offers authentic Cuban breakfast, sandwiches, and espresso in a welcoming, casual setting.

Key West

The Wandering Rooster

Key West family-owned truck serving island flavors: burgers and conch fritters.

The Lower Keys

Salty Oyster Dockside Bar & Grill

Salty Oyster Dockside Bar & Grill — relaxed waterfront dining in Stock Island/Key West, where fresh seafood, craft cocktails and live music meet marina‑side views.

Midway Cafe & Coffee Bar

Midway Café & Coffee Bar is a vibrant, pet-friendly café in Islamorada, FL, offering fresh-baked pastries, organic coffee, and a diverse menu with vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Key West

The College of the Florida Keys

The College of the Florida Keys — a public college in Key West offering marine-focused degrees, workforce training, and higher education in the heart of the Florida Keys.