Seafood platter with crab, shrimp, and wine on a wooden table.

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.

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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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.

Colorful vintage cars and buildings line a vibrant Havana street.

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.

Gourmet dish with garnish, two glasses of wine in background.

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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Key West

Caribbean Coffee Roasters

Caribbean Coffee Roasters in Key West delivers premium, small-batch roasted coffee in a cozy, island café setting.

Key Largo

Blackwater Siren

Blackwater Siren is a waterfront tiki bar in Key Largo serving fresh seafood plates, sandwiches, and tropical drinks in a relaxed, island setting.

Key West

Oasis Mediterranean Cuisine

Oasis Mediterranean Cuisine — Mediterranean dining in Key West, where authentic flavors and garden-patio ambiance meet.

Key West

Old Sailor Bar

The Old Sailor Bar, located at 430 Greene Street inside Rick’s & Durty Harry’s Entertainment Complex, is a nautical-inspired hotspot celebrating Key West’s rich maritime history. Blending classic coastal charm with the lively energy of Duval Street, it’s where crafted cocktails, live music, and Conch Republic spirit come together.

Marathon

Florida Keys Steak and Lobster House

Florida Keys Steak & Lobster House in Marathon delivers premium steaks, fresh seafood, and surf-and-turf classics in an upscale yet relaxed Keys setting.

Key West

Onlywood Grill

Onlywood Grill — Italian wood-fired steakhouse & pizzeria in Key West, where imported craftsmanship and local flavor meet.

Marathon

Porky's Bayside Restaurant and Marina

Waterfront BBQ, seafood & sushi with island vibes in Marathon

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.

Islamorada

Enrico’s Pizza

Enrico’s Pizza blends New York–style pizza, pasta, subs, and salads with fresh ingredients and family tradition in the Florida Keys.

Marathon

Mahina

Mahina at Isla Bella Beach Resort — upscale Pacific-Rim dining in Marathon, where seaside elegance meets bold island-inspired flavors.

Key West

Pier House Resort & Spa

Pier House Resort & Spa is a historic oceanfront retreat in Old Town Key West, featuring a private white sand beach, full-service spa, three dining venues, and the iconic Chart Room Bar

Weddings Max

120

Meetings Max

120

Total Space

2600 sq ft

Largest Room

2000 sq ft