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
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
Rams Head Southernmost
Rams Head Southernmost — vibrant island dining & live-music bar in Key West, where craft beer, bold flavors and courtyard vibes meet.
Marathon
Sweet Savannah's Bake Shop
Sweet Savannah’s — cozy Key West bakery & café serving homemade breads, sandwiches, pastries, and island comfort
Marathon
Takeria La Palapa
Takeria La Palapa in Marathon serves fresh, flavorful Mexican cuisine with a casual Keys vibe.
Key West
Southernmost Pint Brewpub - Blast Beer Company Brewery
Southernmost Pint Brewpub in Key West offers craft beers brewed on-site, paired with delicious pub fare in a relaxed island setting.
Key West
The Backyard - Blue Flamingo
The Backyard Blue Flamingo in Key West serves up island-inspired eats, refreshing cocktails, and a relaxed, tropical backyard vibe.
Key Largo
Daya’s Cafe Cuban Restaurant
Daya’s Cafe Cuban Restaurant in Key Largo offers authentic Cuban breakfast, sandwiches, and espresso in a welcoming, casual setting.
Marathon
Pop's Smoke Shed Marathon
Pop’s Smoke Shed brings bold, slow-smoked BBQ flavors to the Florida Keys with legendary brisket, ribs, pulled pork, and island-style comfort food.
Fisherman's Cafe
Fisherman’s Café in Key West serves fresh seafood, classic American breakfasts, and island-style sandwiches in a laid-back, walk-up setting.
Key West
The College of the Florida Keys
The College of the Florida Keys — a public college in Key West offering marine-focused degrees, workforce training, and higher education in the heart of the Florida Keys.
Key West
Dolphin Deli
Dolphin Deli in Stock Island (Key West) is a longtime favorite deli serving classic breakfasts, sandwiches, and local fish options like fried fish on Cuban bread.
Islamorada
Caribbean Catering
Islamorada Wedding & Event Services specializes in crafting unforgettable destination weddings in the Florida Keys, offering full planning, design, and vendor coordination.
Key West
Bel Mare
Bel Mare is a waterfront fine-dining Italian restaurant in Key West, serving handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and creative cocktails.
Key West
Seagrass Thai & Sushi
Seagrass Thai & Sushi — Thai cuisine and creative sushi rolls in Key West, where bold Southeast‑Asian flavors meet island‑casual dining on North Roosevelt Boulevard.
Key Largo
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.
