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 Largo
Keys' Meads
Keys Meads is a Florida Keys craft meadery producing small-batch, locally inspired honey wines with tropical flavor profiles.
Key West
China Garden
China Garden West in Key West offers classic Chinese cuisine, including favorites like General Tso’s Chicken and shrimp lo mein, in a casual, family‑friendly setting.
Key West
Key West Poké House
Key West Poké House — build-your-own poké bowls and hibachi-style dishes in downtown Key West.
Key West
The Blind Pig
The Blind Pig Key West offers inventive street food and bold flavors in a lively, casual atmosphere steps from Duval Street.
Key West
Four Marlins
Reach Resort features Four Marlins, an oceanfront restaurant serving fresh seafood, coastal fare, and craft cocktails with panoramic Atlantic views.
Beach Grill
Ocean Reef Club offers an exclusive collection of dining venues—from casual grill rooms to elegant waterfront restaurants—serving fresh, locally sourced cuisine in Key Largo.
Islamorada
Square Grouper Sunset Lounge
Sunset Lounge – A stylish rooftop cocktail bar and seafood lounge above the Gulf at Mile Marker 80.5 in Islamorada.
Key West
HiNote Bar
HiNote is a lively cocktail bar in Key West, Florida offering handcrafted drinks, cozy seating, and a welcoming atmosphere for nights out.
Key West
Mam's Best Food
Homey stop for casual bites including shawarma and falafel, plus seating and takeout.
Key West
Elevate Skye Bar & Lounge
Elevate Skye Bar & Lounge in Key West offers stunning rooftop views, handcrafted cocktails, and a vibrant island-chic atmosphere perfect for sunset drinks and nightlife.
The Lower Keys
Kiki's Sandbar & Grille
Kiki’s Sandbar & Bar & Grille — beachfront seafood bar & grill in Little Torch Key, where live music, tropical views, and island vibes come together.
Key West
Bobalu's Southern Café
Bobalu’s Restaurant & Bar in the Florida Keys serves fresh seafood, hand-tossed pizza, and island-inspired dishes in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Key West
Old Sailor Bar
The Old Sailor Bar, located at 430 Greene Street inside Rick’s & Durty Harry’s Entertainment Complex, is a nautical-inspired hotspot celebrating Key West’s rich maritime history. Blending classic coastal charm with the lively energy of Duval Street, it’s where crafted cocktails, live music, and Conch Republic spirit come together.
Key Largo
Take Two Key Largo
Take Two Key Largo offers fresh, delicious seafood and American cuisine in a relaxed Keys atmosphere.
