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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.

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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.

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Cuban Heritage, Food and Culture Enrich Key West

Sample the sweetness of fried plantains served with lime-kissed pork chops.

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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.

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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.

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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

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

Burdines Waterfront Restaurant & Marina

Burdine's Waterfront is a relaxed, family-friendly bar and grill in Marathon, Florida, serving fresh seafood, classic American dishes, and offering scenic waterfront dining with views of Boot Key Harbor.

Islamorada

F-ing Bagels

F-ING Bagels in Islamorada serves bold, “Keys-style” bagels, hearty breakfast sandwiches, and espresso in a fun, no-frills café.

Key West

Seaside Cafe at the Mansion

Seaside Café at The Southernmost House — ocean‑front dining in Key West where creative island‑inspired dishes and cocktails meet sweeping Atlantic views.

Key West Legal Rum

Key West Legal Rum Distillery offers free daily tours and tastings of small-batch, salt-cured rums crafted by chef-distiller Paul Menta. Located at 105 Simonton St, it's a must-visit for rum enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.

Key West

Oasis Mediterranean Cuisine

Oasis Mediterranean Cuisine — Mediterranean dining in Key West, where authentic flavors and garden-patio ambiance meet.

Key Largo

Digiorgio's Cafe Largo

Café Largo (DiGiorgio’s Café Largo) in Key Largo offers handcrafted Italian cuisine and fresh seafood in an elegant, family-owned setting.

Key West

Paradise Seafood Coffee Shop

Paradise Seafood Coffee Shop – A relaxed and budget-friendly seafood & breakfast food-truck-style stop on Stock Island offering fresh local fare just minutes from Key West.

Marathon

Irie Island Eats

Tropical flavors meet fresh, locally sourced meals in a vibrant outdoor setting.

Key West

Hog's Breath Saloon

Hog’s Breath Saloon in Key West is a legendary bar and grill serving cold drinks, live music, and laid-back island vibes just steps from Duval Street.