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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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Marathon

Barnacle Barney's Tiki Bar and Grill

Barnacle Barney’s Tiki Bar & Grill in Marathon offers waterfront dining, tropical drinks, and live music in a laid-back Keys setting.

Key West

Rams Head Southernmost

Rams Head Southernmost — vibrant island dining & live-music bar in Key West, where craft beer, bold flavors and courtyard vibes meet.

Key West

La Te Da

La Te Da is an adults-only hotel, restaurant, bar, and cabaret located on Duval Street in Key West, offering live entertainment and gourmet dining.

Key West

Lil Chick & Pizza Chick

LiL Chick & Pizza Chick — late-night wood-fired pizza spot in Key West, where creative toppings and island energy come alive.

The Lower Keys

Hogfish Bar & Grill

Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West serves authentic island flavors, fresh local seafood, and cold drinks in a laid-back waterfront 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.

Islamorada

Lorelei Restaurant & Cabana Bar

Waterfront dining with live music, stunning sunsets, and fresh seafood in Islamorada.

Key West

Key West Fresh Squeezed Mimosa Bar

Fresh Squeezed Mimosas To Go! · Open daily from 9:30am to 5pm Stop by and taste the delicious Fresh Squeezed Mimosas!

Key West

The Roost

Whale Harbor Sandbar offers waterfront dining and tropical drinks in a vibrant Key West setting. Perfect for enjoying fresh seafood and stunning sunset views.

Trianos Taco Company

Triano’s Taco Company in Big Pine Key serves up authentic Mexican street tacos, fresh ingredients, and bold island flavors.

Key West

Fogarty's and the Flying Monkeys Saloon

Fogarty’s & the Flying Monkeys Saloon is a Key West staple on Duval Street, known for its frozen drinks, island-style fare, and energetic open-air vibe.

Marathon

Clouds in my Coffee Catering/Private Chef/The Table

Clouds in My Coffee Catering, led by Chef Leigh Ann, offers gourmet private chef services, in-flight catering, and curated events in Marathon and the Middle Keys.