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.
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.
Cuban Heritage, Food and Culture Enrich Key West
Sample the sweetness of fried plantains served with lime-kissed pork chops.
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.
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.
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
Butterfly Café
Butterfly Café at Tranquility Bay offers casual waterfront dining with island-inspired fare and scenic canal views.
Key Largo
Lazy Lobster Seafood Restaurant
Lazy Lobster Seafood Restaurant — fresh seafood dining in Key Largo, where Keys-style dishes meet tropical ambiance.
Key Largo
Alfredo's Cookhouse
Alfredo's Cook House: Family-owned, cozy spot in the Florida Keys with 50+ international dishes.
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.
Key West
Toes In the Sand
Toes in the Sand Key West offers beachfront dining with stunning ocean views, fresh seafood, and tropical cocktails in a relaxed island atmosphere.
Key West
Southernmost Pint Brewpub - Blast Beer Company Brewery
Southernmost Pint Brewpub in Key West offers craft beers brewed on-site, paired with delicious pub fare in a relaxed island setting.
The Lower Keys
Yessi's Kitchen
Yessi’s Kitchen Co. is a Florida Keys–based private chef and catering service known for fresh seafood dishes, tacos, and house-made ceviche served at local markets and pop-up events.
Marathon
Mahina
Mahina at Isla Bella Beach Resort — upscale Pacific-Rim dining in Marathon, where seaside elegance meets bold island-inspired flavors.
Kermit's Key Lime Pie Shop - Elizabeth Street
Nestled on Elizabeth Street, Kermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe provides a serene environment to indulge in their renowned key lime pies and other delectable desserts.
Islamorada
Tuyo y Mio THAI
Tuyo y Mio Thai in Islamorada offers authentic Thai cuisine with bold flavors and fresh ingredients in a cozy island setting.
Key West
Keys Coffee Co.
Keys Coffee Co. — artisan coffee bar & café in Key West, where expertly roasted beans and fresh island-inspired fare meet.
Key West
Latitudes at Sunset Key
Latitudes — award-winning beachfront dining on Sunset Key, offering elevated island cuisine just off Key West.
Key West
Margaritaville
Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville – Key West — island-style dining and live music on Duval Street in Key West where tropical flavors and laid-back fun meet.
Key Largo
Pilot House Restaurant & Marina
Full-service marina & waterfront dining in the heart of Key Largo
The Best Coffee in Town
The Best Coffee in Town Key West brews rich, aromatic coffee made from premium beans, served fresh in a cozy island setting.
