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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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Key West

New York Pasta Garden

New York Pasta Garden – Italian comfort meets tropical garden ambiance on Duval Street in Key West.

Key West

Martin's

Martin’s Steak & Lobster — fine dining in Key West, where European elegance meets tropical flair on Duval Street.

Islamorada

Florida Keys Brewing Co.

Florida Keys Brewing Co. is the Upper Keys’ first microbrewery, serving award-winning craft beers in a vibrant beer garden and taproom located in Islamorada’s Morada Way Arts District—perfect for beer lovers and locals alike. Also offers a vacation rental.

Marathon

The Rhum House

The Rhum House Key West offers handcrafted cocktails, Caribbean-inspired dishes, and live music in a lively island atmosphere. Perfect for enjoying sunsets and tropical vibes.

Key West

Marlin Cafe

Marlin Café — Cuban-Mexican fusion breakfast & lunch eatery in Key West, where handcrafted tacos and pressed Cubanos deliver island flavor.

Key West

Blue Mojito

Blue Mojito Bar at Hyatt Centric Key West is a stylish waterfront lounge offering creative cocktails, light bites, and marina views.

The Lower Keys

Island Deli

Island Deli — popular sandwich shop in Big Pine Key serving hearty subs, Cuban sandwiches and breakfast favorites since the morning hour.

Key West

Sunset Tiki Bar at the Galleon Resort

Sunset Tiki Bar at the Galleon Resort offers tropical drinks and stunning oceanfront views, making it the perfect spot to watch the Key West sunset.

Key West

Doc's on Duval

Doc’s on Duval is a vibrant American eatery on historic Duval Street serving mouth-watering BBQ, burgers, fresh seafood, and Southern-inspired favorites in a relaxed Old Town setting. With breezy upstairs seating and a bar downstairs, it’s a perfect stop for hearty meals and refreshing drinks in the heart of Key West.