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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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Islamorada

The Trading Post

The Trading Post of Islamorada — a 24/7 deli, grocery, and local market hub with fresh food, full deli, and essentials.

Key West

Little Pearl

Little Pearl is an intimate Key West restaurant and wine bar offering seasonal seafood and a refined four-course tasting menu.

Midway Cafe & Coffee Bar

Midway Café & Coffee Bar is a vibrant, pet-friendly café in Islamorada, FL, offering fresh-baked pastries, organic coffee, and a diverse menu with vegetarian and gluten-free options.

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

Rock Key Café

Rock Key Café — breakfast and brunch café in Key West, offering fresh sandwiches, Latin‑American coffee and casual island vibes right on 111 Overseas Hwy.

Key West

The Original Rainbow Cone - Key West

Rainbow Cone offers a colorful, delicious ice cream experience with unique multi-flavored cones. A sweet treat destination for families and ice cream lovers alike.

Marathon

TJ's Tiki Bar

TJ’s Tiki Bar at Tranquility Bay offers stunning waterfront views, tropical cocktails, and fresh island-inspired bites in a relaxed Keys atmosphere.

Key West

Mary Ellen's Bar and Kitchen

Mary Ellen’s Bar — lively dive bar & comfort-food eatery in Key West, where frozen “Irish Coffee” and quirky events meet laid-back island fun.

La Marea

La Marea at Playa Largo Resort — Mediterranean-inspired dining in Key Largo, where fresh local ingredients meet coastal elegance.

Islamorada

Marker 88

Marker 88 — iconic waterfront dining in Islamorada where sunset views, fresh seafood and island-crafted cocktails converge.

Key West

Bruschetta Francesca

Bruschetta Francesca is a cozy Key West Italian restaurant serving authentic Tuscan fare—pastas, steak, seafood, and classic wines—in a warm, intimate setting.

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.