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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Viv Wine Bistro
Wahoo’s Bar and Grill in Islamorada serves fresh local seafood, tropical cocktails, and stunning oceanfront views in a laid-back Florida Keys setting.
22&Co
22&Co is a whimsical cocktail bar in Key West serving fresh, glitter-infused drinks with fun bartenders, tutus, and unicorn flair.
Crooked Palm Cabana
Crooked Palm Cabana is a cocktail lounge at Crooked Palm Distillery in Key West, serving handcrafted spirits, rum tastings, and tropical libations.
Cudjoe Pizza
Cudjoe Pizza is a wood-fired pizza truck in Cudjoe Key, Florida, offering artisan pizzas made with locally sourced ingredients and a signature high-hydration dough.
Southernmost Beach Café
Southernmost Beach Café in Key West serves fresh coastal cuisine and tropical cocktails with unbeatable oceanfront views.
The Whistle Stop Pub
Whistle Stop in Islamorada offers classic American comfort food, cold drinks, and a laid-back Keys atmosphere perfect for locals and visitors alike.
Mo's Restaurant
Mo’s Restaurant – A cozy Caribbean-Creole eatery near Bayview Park offering bold Haitian and island flavors in Key West.
Buffalo Steakhouse & Seafood
Buffalo Steakhouse & Seafood in Key Largo serves up Brazilian-style grilled meats, fresh seafood, and hearty mixed grills in a casual, open-air setting.
Duffy's Steak and Lobster House
Duffy’s Steak & Lobster House in Key West is a classic surf-and-turf restaurant offering premium seafood, steaks, and a warm island ambiance.
The Baklava
The Baklava Key West is a specialty dessert shop in Key West offering handcrafted baklava, Greek pastries, and indulgent sweet treats on Greene Street.
Flagler's Restaurant
Beachfront dining with Baja-Med cuisine, craft cocktails, and stunning ocean views.
Bobby's Monkey Bar
Bobby’s Monkey Bar in Key West is a laid-back local dive bar known for its friendly atmosphere, karaoke nights, and affordable drinks in a true Keys-style setting.
Abbondanza Italian Restaurant
Abbondanza in Key West is a modern Italian trattoria serving authentic pasta, seafood, wood-fired pizzas, and small plates with a casual, stylish flair.