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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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Sugar Apple Organic Cafe & Market

Sugar Apple Organic Café & Market in Key West serves fresh, plant-based meals and organic groceries in a relaxed, eco-friendly setting.

Marathon

Marathon Grill and Ale House

Marathon Grill & Ale House — hearty American cuisine and craft beer in Marathon, where game-day specials, late-night hours and a welcoming “hometown” vibe await.

Islamorada

Islamorada Fish Company

Islamorada Fish Company Market — fresh seafood retail market in Islamorada, where Keys flavors and top-quality catches meet.

Marathon

Butterfly Café

Butterfly Café at Tranquility Bay offers casual waterfront dining with island-inspired fare and scenic canal views.

Key Largo

YAHUALES RED TACOS

Yahuales Red Tacos in Key Largo serves authentic Mexican tacos and burritos with bold flavors, generous portions, and a welcoming food-truck vibe.

Key West

Goldman's Bagel Deli

Goldman’s Bagel Deli is a Key West favorite serving authentic boiled-and-baked bagels, hearty breakfasts, and classic New York–style deli sandwiches.

Islamorada

Craig's Island Time Catering & Festivals

Craig’s Island Time Catering & Festivals delivers turnkey event catering across the Keys, specializing in festival food, local flavor menus, and full-service logistics.