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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.

Key lime pie with whipped cream and lime on a plate, coffee cup nearby.

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

El Mocho Restaurant

El Meson de Pepe is an iconic Cuban restaurant in Key West, located on Mallory Square, offering authentic Cuban cuisine and tropical cocktails in a lively, festive atmosphere.

Islamorada

Bad Boy Burrito Islamorada

Bad Boy Burrito in Islamorada serves up bold, fresh Mexican cuisine—including signature burritos, tacos, and sushi—in a laid-back, tropical setting.

Islamorada

Florida Keys Farmers Market

A lively weekly farmers market in Islamorada with fresh produce, local art, and live music.

The Lower Keys

Mangrove Mama's

Mangrove Mama’s — beloved seafood & steakhouse in Sugarloaf Key where Island-style flavors meet a laid-back Florida Keys vibe.

Key West

Asadero Mexican Taco and Grill

Asadero Mexican Grill in Key West offers authentic Mexican street food, featuring marinated meats, grilled specialties, and fresh tortillas in a casual, food truck setting.

Marathon

The Palm Deck

Rooftop cocktail lounge with ocean views, creative craft drinks, shareable plates, and live music in Marathon, Florida Keys.

Key West

Bobby's Monkey Bar

Bobby’s Monkey Bar in Key West is a laid-back local dive bar known for its friendly atmosphere, karaoke nights, and affordable drinks in a true Keys-style setting.

Key West

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Grand Key - Key West

Located near Smathers Beach, DoubleTree Key West offers family-friendly comfort with newly renovated guestrooms and meeting rooms, resort-style amenities, and a complimentary shuttle to Old Town and Duval Street.

Meetings Max

300

Total Space

8746 sq ft

Largest Room

3402 sq ft