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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Snook's Bayside Restaurant & Grand Tiki
Snook’s Bayside Restaurant & Grand Tiki Bar offers waterfront dining with fresh seafood, tropical drinks, and magical sunset views on Key Largo.
Tranquility Bay Beachfront Resort
Savor the Keys with a $50-per-night dining credit at Tranquility Bay's Culinary Escape.
The Thirsty Mermaid
Thirsty Mermaid in Key West is a lively bar offering tropical cocktails, vibrant nightlife, and a fun, island-inspired atmosphere.
Goldman's Bagel Deli
Goldman’s Bagel Deli is a Key West favorite serving authentic boiled-and-baked bagels, hearty breakfasts, and classic New York–style deli sandwiches.
Tavern N Town
Tavern N Town Key West offers upscale dining with island-inspired dishes, premium steaks, and fresh seafood in a sophisticated atmosphere.
Café Sole
Café Solé is a Key West fine-dining gem blending French technique with fresh local seafood in an elegant yet relaxed setting.
Frenchie's Café
Frenchie’s Café in Key West is a charming Paris-style bakery and café offering freshly baked breads, croissants, savory quiches, paninis, and espresso.
Caribbean Catering
Islamorada Wedding & Event Services specializes in crafting unforgettable destination weddings in the Florida Keys, offering full planning, design, and vendor coordination.
Grassy Key Land and Sea Market
Butcher, fish house, bakery, and deli offering fresh, local fare in Grassy Key.
La Marea
La Marea at Playa Largo Resort — Mediterranean-inspired dining in Key Largo, where fresh local ingredients meet coastal elegance.
Fishwife Restaurant & Raw Bar
Fishwife Restaurant & Raw Bar is a Key West restaurant and raw bar on Petronia Street serving seafood-focused dishes and cocktails.
Kaiyo Grill & Sushi
Kaiyo Grill & Sushi — upscale Island-Asian fusion dining in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Tattoos & Scars Saloon
Tattoos and Scars Saloon Key West is a lively downtown bar offering cold drinks, live music, and a true island party vibe.
Lil Chick & Pizza Chick
LiL Chick & Pizza Chick — late-night wood-fired pizza spot in Key West, where creative toppings and island energy come alive.
Beards & Brews
Beards & Brews is a unique Stock Island spot — part upscale barber parlor, part lounge bar — where you can get a haircut, beard trim, and enjoy a craft beer or cocktail.