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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Key West
Salty Chef Catering
Veteran-owned Salty Chef Catering in Key West delivers elevated, locally inspired cuisine for weddings, private events, and unforgettable island dining experiences.
Islamorada
Bitton Bistro Cafe
Bitton Bistro Café in Islamorada serves French-inspired cuisine, fresh pastries, and gourmet coffee in a cozy, relaxed setting.
Islamorada
Oceans305
Oceans305 — American grill & bar in Layton (Long Key), where waterfront views and eclectic cuisine meet island vibes.
Islamorada
Enrico’s Pizza
Enrico’s Pizza blends New York–style pizza, pasta, subs, and salads with fresh ingredients and family tradition in the Florida Keys.
Key West
Mo's Restaurant
Mo’s Restaurant – A cozy Caribbean-Creole eatery near Bayview Park offering bold Haitian and island flavors in Key West.
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
Sugar Shark Grocery & Market
Sugar Shark Grocery & Market in Key West offers fresh produce, gourmet snacks, and everyday essentials in a convenient island location.
Key West
Keys Coffee Co.
Keys Coffee Co. — artisan coffee bar & café in Key West, where expertly roasted beans and fresh island-inspired fare meet.
Key Largo
The Fish House
The Fish House in Key Largo is famous for its fresh, locally caught seafood and classic Florida Keys flavors served in a cozy, nautical setting.
Marathon
Lazy Days South
Lazy Days South — oceanfront dining restaurant in Marathon, where Keys-style seafood and sunset views create laid-back island elegance.
Key West
Cuban Coffee Queen Downtown
Cuban Coffee Queen Downtown serves rich Cuban coffee, fresh sandwiches, and island favorites in the heart of Old Town Key West.
Key West
Key West Historic Seaport
Key West Historic Seaport is a vibrant waterfront hub with world-class dining, unique shops, water excursions, live music & year-round events in a 20-acre scenic harbor location.
Key West
Captain Tony's Saloon
Captain Tony’s Saloon is a historic Key West dive bar famous for its colorful past, live music, and legendary visitors like Ernest Hemingway and Jimmy Buffett.
Marathon
Coco's Deli & General Store & Tackle
Coco’s General Store & Deli in Marathon offers made-to-order sandwiches, cold beverages, snacks, grocery essentials, and beach gear in a convenient off-U.S. 1 location.
Key West
South of the Seven
Southernmost Beach Café in Key West serves fresh coastal cuisine and tropical cocktails with unbeatable oceanfront views.
