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
Sunrise Cuban Market & Cafe
Sunrise Cuban Cafe & Market — authentic Cuban cuisine, breakfast through dinner, right on the Overseas Highway in Tavernier.
Key West
Four Marlins
Reach Resort features Four Marlins, an oceanfront restaurant serving fresh seafood, coastal fare, and craft cocktails with panoramic Atlantic views.
Islamorada
Craig's Island Time Catering & Festivals
Craig’s Island Time Catering & Festivals delivers turnkey event catering across the Keys, specializing in festival food, local flavor menus, and full-service logistics.
Key Largo
La Guajira Cafeteria
La Guajira Cafeteria — Cuban cafeteria-style dining in Key Largo, where flavorful classics and breakfast favorites fuel island adventures.
Islamorada
Hog Heaven Sports Bar and Grill
Hog Heaven Sports Bar & Grill in Islamorada serves hearty smoked BBQ, fresh seafood, and dairy-free late-night fun just off the Overseas Highway.
Islamorada
Habanos Oceanfront Dining
Habanos Oceanfront serves authentic Cuban cuisine—like ropa vieja and Cuban sandwiches—with tropical drinks and standout marina views in Islamorada.
Keys Wok n' Roll
Keys Wok & Roll — Asian fusion take-out & delivery in Key Largo, where bold flavors and island convenience meet.
Key West
Mattheessen's
Mattheessen’s on Duval Street serves homemade cookies, ice cream, key lime pie & marble slab fudge made with the finest ingredients.
Islamorada
Mom And Daughter Juice Bar
Mom and Daughter Juice Bar – A vibrant, locally-owned café in Tavernier serving fresh smoothies, wraps and homemade empanadas.
Key West
Grand Café
Grand Café is a Duval Street gem in Key West offering fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, and elegant ambiance in a historic Victorian setting.
Key West
The Canary Room
The Canary Room in Key West offers an intimate cocktail lounge experience with handcrafted drinks, elegant décor, and a relaxed island vibe.
Key West
Pickles Pub's Sandbar
Pickles Pub’s Sandbar — lively sports bar in Key West with 40+ TVs, late-night eats and poured-in-pub fun.
Marathon
Irie Island Eats
Tropical flavors meet fresh, locally sourced meals in a vibrant outdoor setting.
The Lower Keys
A Slice of Paradise
A Slice of Paradise in Summerland Key serves hand-tossed pizza, specialty pies, subs, wings, and more in a laid-back Keys setting.
Key West
Bruschetta Francesca
Bruschetta Francesca is a cozy Key West Italian restaurant serving authentic Tuscan fare—pastas, steak, seafood, and classic wines—in a warm, intimate setting.
