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
Cafe Marquesa
Café Marquesa (at the Marquesa Hotel) offers refined coastal fine dining in Key West, blending locally sourced seafood, meats, and house-made desserts in an elegant setting.
Key West
Cuban Coffee Queen Clinton Square
Cuban Coffee Queen at Clinton Square serves authentic Cuban coffee, delicious breakfast sandwiches, and tropical bites in the heart of Key West.
Marathon
Driftwood Pizza, Pasta, & Subs
Driftwood Pizza, Pasta & Subs in Marathon offers handmade pizzas, classic pasta dishes, and hearty subs with fresh ingredients in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Key West
Garbo's Grill Key West
Garbo’s Grill is a celebrated Key West food truck known for bold fusion tacos, burgers, and intimate island vibes.
The Lower Keys
Morning Joint
Morning Joint – A vibrant, pet-friendly café on Cudjoe Key serving farm-to-table coffee, made-to-order breakfast and lunch.
Key West
Rum Row - Blue Flamingo
Blue Flamingo Resort Key West — poolside eating and drinking at its best in Key West, where vibrant bars, casual eateries and island‑entertaining vibes come together.
Key West
Sarabeth's
Sarabeth’s Key West — stylish American brunch & dinner in Key West, where creative takes on breakfast classics meet a polished yet relaxed island setting.
Key West
Flagler's Restaurant
Beachfront dining with Baja-Med cuisine, craft cocktails, and stunning ocean views.
Islamorada
A Movable Feast
A Movable Feast is a premier Upper Keys catering company and food truck, offering fresh, creative menus delivered right to your event.
The Breakfast Club, Too
The Breakfast Club, Too in Key West serves creative twists on classic breakfast and brunch dishes with fresh ingredients and island flair.
Islamorada
Papa Joe's Waterfront
Papa Joe’s Waterfront – Waterfront dining & tiki-bar paradise in Islamorada with unbeatable sunset views.
Islamorada
Hungry Tarpon Restaurant
Hungry Tarpon Restaurant in Islamorada offers waterfront dining, fresh seafood, and stunning marina views for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Key West
Roostica Pizzeria
Roostica Wood‑Fire Pizzeria — authentic Neapolitan‑style pizzas in Key West on Stock Island, where quality Italian ingredients meet a lively island ambiance.
Key West
La Crêperie French Café
La Crêperie French Café is a charming, family-owned café in Key West, FL, offering authentic French crêpes, galettes, and paninis in a cozy, open-air setting.
Key West
La Trattoria-Old Town
La Trattoria — authentic Italian dining in Key West, where classic cuisine and seaside elegance come together.
