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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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
New York Pasta Garden
New York Pasta Garden – Italian comfort meets tropical garden ambiance on Duval Street in Key West.
Key West
Old Town Tavern & Beer Garden
Old Town Tavern & Beer Garden — global-style tavern and craft beer haven in Key West, where pub classics and island craft brews collide.
Marathon
Marathon Yacht Club
Exclusive waterfront community with boating, dining, and social events.
Key Largo
Bayside Sunset Bar
Bayside Sunset Bar in Key Largo offers waterfront dining with spectacular sunset views, live music, and craft cocktails.
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
Rams Head Southernmost
Rams Head Southernmost — vibrant island dining & live-music bar in Key West, where craft beer, bold flavors and courtyard vibes meet.
Islamorada
Sunrise Cuban Market & Cafe
Sunrise Cuban Cafe & Market — authentic Cuban cuisine, breakfast through dinner, right on the Overseas Highway in Tavernier.
Key West
Hard Rock Café
Hard Rock Cafe Key West on Duval Street blends American comfort food with rock-and-roll memorabilia and island energy.
Islamorada
Tides Beachside Bar & Grill
Beachside Bar & Grill at Islander Resort in Islamorada offers fresh coastal cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and stunning oceanfront views in a relaxed tropical setting.
Key West
The Cayo Hueso Cafe
Cayo Hueso Café in Key West serves fresh, flavorful island-inspired dishes with a laid-back tropical vibe and scenic views.
Marathon
Pink Pirate Cafe
The Pink Pirate Café — colorful island-style café in Marathon where bold flavors and laid-back charm meet.
Key West
Hog's Breath Saloon
Hog’s Breath Saloon in Key West is a legendary bar and grill serving cold drinks, live music, and laid-back island vibes just steps from Duval Street.
Key West
Hurricane Hole
Hungry Tarpon Restaurant in Islamorada offers scenic waterfront dining with fresh seafood and bold cocktails right on the marina.
Key West
Frita's Cuban Burgers
Fritas Cuban Burger Café brings the bold flavors of Cuban street food to Key West with signature frita burgers and fusion tacos.
