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
CAO Bakery & Cafe
Authentic Cuban‑American bakery and café serving classic pastelitos, cortaditos, sandwiches, and homemade baked goods in Islamorada.
The Lower Keys
Murray's Market
Murray’s Market in Marathon offers fresh-cut meats, Boar’s Head subs, produce, baked goods, beer, wine & gourmet groceries.
Key West
Cupcake Sushi
Cupcake Sushi in Key West offers innovative dessert cupcakes shaped like sushi rolls—moist cake, ganache, and buttercream dipped in dark chocolate and topped with colorful nonpareils.
Key West
Flagler's Restaurant
Beachfront dining with Baja-Med cuisine, craft cocktails, and stunning ocean views.
Key West
Amigos Tortilla Bar
Amigos Tortilla Bar in Key West serves fresh, handmade Mexican street food, featuring their signature square tacos, burritos, and flavorful salsas in a vibrant, casual setting.
Marathon
Paradise Cuban Restaurant
Paradise Cuban Restaurant – Authentic Cuban breakfast and lunch comfort food in the heart of the Florida Keys.
Key West
Lobster Shack, The
Lobster Shack Key West serves fresh, buttery lobster rolls, sandwiches, and seafood favorites just steps from the beach.
Key West
One Love Food Truck
One Love Food Truck — Caribbean fusion cuisine in Key West, where Jamaican spices and island flavors meet creative comfort fare.
Key West
Tattoos & Scars Saloon
Tattoos and Scars Saloon Key West is a lively downtown bar offering cold drinks, live music, and a true island party vibe.
Key West
White Street Pizza
White Street Pizza is a must-visit Key West favorite serving gourmet thin-crust pizzas and creative comfort dishes in a cozy, local-loved setting.
Key Largo
Take Two Key Largo
Take Two Key Largo offers fresh, delicious seafood and American cuisine in a relaxed Keys atmosphere.
Toski's
Toski’s in Key Largo is a local favorite serving fresh seafood, hearty American fare, and cold drinks in a laid-back, friendly atmosphere.
The Lower Keys
Icestream Homemade Ice Cream
Homemade small-batch ice cream from a renovated Airstream at Morning Joint.
Key West
Schooner Wharf Bar
Historic waterfront bar in Key West offering live music, fresh seafood, and island vibes.
