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.
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.
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.
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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 Largo
Rancho Pascual
Peruvian Cuisine & More — authentic Peruvian restaurant in the Florida Keys where fresh ceviche, bold flavors and island hospitality meet.
Marathon
Edgewater Lodge
Sixteen rooms on the bay side at mile marker 65.5, every one with a kitchenette and a private balcony, plus a pool, a private beach and a boat ramp on the property. Sunset happens straight off your balcony, which is the whole argument for staying bayside.
Key West
Island Dogs Bar
Island Dogs Bar — lively waterfront bar & grill in Key West, where tropical vibes, live music, and bold flavors collide.
Marathon
TJ's Tiki Bar
TJ’s Tiki Bar at Tranquility Bay offers stunning waterfront views, tropical cocktails, and fresh island-inspired bites in a relaxed Keys atmosphere.
The Lower Keys
Driftwood Express
Driftwood Express in Big Pine Key offers wood-fired pizzas, specialty calzones, subs, wings, and fresh salads in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Key West
Jose's Latin Food
Jose’s Latin Food — authentic Latin-American dining in Key West serving bold flavors and local favorites.
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 Largo
Florida Keys Tap Truck
Florida Keys Tap Truck is a luxury mobile bar service providing craft cocktails, beers, and signature beverages from vintage tap vehicles at events throughout the Keys.
Key West
Nine One Five Restaurant & Bar
Nine One Five – Upscale New-American dining in a charming 1850s Victorian home at 915 Duval Street, Key West.
Islamorada
The Whistle Stop Pub
Whistle Stop in Islamorada offers classic American comfort food, cold drinks, and a laid-back Keys atmosphere perfect for locals and visitors alike.
Islamorada
Marker 88
Marker 88 — iconic waterfront dining in Islamorada where sunset views, fresh seafood and island-crafted cocktails converge.
Marathon
Sweet Savannah's Bake Shop
Sweet Savannah’s — cozy Key West bakery & café serving homemade breads, sandwiches, pastries, and island comfort
Islamorada
Calypso's
Calypso’s in Tavernier serves up fresh seafood, Caribbean-inspired dishes, and tropical cocktails in a laid-back, island-style setting.
