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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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Key West

Jose's Latin Food

Jose’s Latin Food — authentic Latin-American dining in Key West serving bold flavors and local favorites.

Islamorada

Sunrise Cuban Market & Cafe

Sunrise Cuban Cafe & Market — authentic Cuban cuisine, breakfast through dinner, right on the Overseas Highway in Tavernier.

Key Largo

Blonde Giraffe Key Lime Pie Factory ®

Blond Giraffe Key Lime Pie Factory in Tavernier is famous for its award-winning key lime pie, cookies, and handmade sweet treats.

Key West

Bangkok Happy Bowl Thai Bistro & Sushi Bar

Bangkok Happy Bowl is a vibrant Thai bistro & sushi bar blending bold Asian flavors, creative sushi rolls, and lively ambiance in Key West.

Key West

Opal Key Resort & Marina

Opal Key Resort & Marina is a luxury waterfront resort in the heart of Old Town Key West, offering 178 elegant rooms, Lolita’s Coastal Cocina, a 37-slip marina, and a sparkling pool just steps from Mallory Square and Duval Street.

Weddings Max

200

Meetings Max

300

Total Space

6800 sq ft

Largest Room

3850 sq ft

Islamorada

Wahoo's Seafood Bar and Grill

Wahoo’s Bar and Grill in Islamorada serves fresh local seafood, tropical cocktails, and stunning oceanfront views in a laid-back Florida Keys setting.

The Lower Keys

Icestream Homemade Ice Cream

Homemade small-batch ice cream from a renovated Airstream at Morning Joint.

Key West

Azur Key West

Azur is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in Old Town Key West, offering creative dishes like charred octopus, braised beef gnocchi, and house-made pastas in a chic, garden‑style setting.

Key West

Brady's Pub Key West

Brady’s Pub Key West — authentic Irish pub and sports bar located at 1900 Flagler Ave in Key West.

Key West

Deluna's Cafe

Daya’s Cafe Cuban Restaurant in Key Largo offers authentic Cuban breakfast, sandwiches, and espresso in a welcoming, casual setting.

Islamorada

Chef Michael's

Experience Chef Michael's: creative local Florida Keys cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Key West

Ocean Grill & Bar

Ocean Grill & Bar — upscale seafood dining in Key West, where fresh local catches and global flavors come alive.

Key West

Yummy Crab

Yummy Crab in Key West is a casual Cajun-style seafood restaurant known for bold, flavorful boils and generous portions of crab, shrimp, corn, and more. With daily pickup, delivery, and dine-in options, it’s a local favorite for fresh seafood and relaxed eats in the heart of the island.