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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Kaya Island Eats
Kaya Island Eats — vibrant island-fusion dining on Duval Street in Key West serving up Caribbean, Pacific and Asian-inspired fare.
Habanos Oceanfront Dining
Habanos Oceanfront serves authentic Cuban cuisine—like ropa vieja and Cuban sandwiches—with tropical drinks and standout marina views in Islamorada.
Yellowfin Bar & Kitchen
Yellowfin Bar & Kitchen at Ocean’s Edge in Key West offers waterfront dining featuring fresh local seafood, Caribbean-inspired flavors, and sweeping marina views.
Coco Plum Place
Coco Plum Place in Key Largo is a cozy café offering fresh-pressed juices, house-roasted coffee, smoothie bowls, avocado toast, and vegan-friendly fare in a boutique-style setting.
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.
HiNote Bar
HiNote is a lively cocktail bar in Key West, Florida offering handcrafted drinks, cozy seating, and a welcoming atmosphere for nights out.
Triton Seafood Restaurant Italian Cuisine & Pizza
Triton Seafood Restaurant in the Florida Keys offers fresh, locally caught seafood and waterfront dining with a relaxed island vibe.
Matt's Stock Island Kitchen & Bar
Matt’s Stock Island Kitchen & Bar — American coastal comfort cuisine in Stock Island, where fresh-catch flavors and marina views create a standout dining experience.
Aqua Lodges At Hurricane Hole Marina
Stay in unique dual stateroom houseboats with full kitchens, A/C, and waterfront views!
Sloppy Joe's Bar
A legendary Key West bar & live-music venue—Sloppy Joe’s offers tropical nightlife, cocktails, and island vibes since 1933.
Origami Sushi Bar
The Spa at Sunset Key Cottages — luxury island-spa and wellness retreat in Key West, where serene treatments meet private-island elegance.
Keys Coffee Co.
Keys Coffee Co. — artisan coffee bar & café in Key West, where expertly roasted beans and fresh island-inspired fare meet.
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.
Sal's Ballyhoo's
Sal’s Ballyhoo’s Historic Seafood Grille — fresh Florida seafood with a Southern twist in Key Largo, where award‑winning dishes meet indoor and pet‑friendly outdoor dining.
Keys Wok n' Roll
Keys Wok & Roll — Asian fusion take-out & delivery in Key Largo, where bold flavors and island convenience meet.