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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The Lower Keys
Annes Kitchen
Anne’s Kitchen is a Florida Keys food truck serving homemade meals and Filipino favorites like lumpia and pancit, prepared fresh with a focus on comfort, flavor, and family-style hospitality.
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.
Key Largo
Mike's BBQ 101
Mike’s BBQ 101 – Mouth-watering Texas-style barbecue served at Mile Marker 101 in Key Largo.
Key West
Two Friends Patio Restaurant
Two Friends Patio Restaurant in Key West offers fresh seafood, tropical cocktails, and live music in a fun, laid-back island atmosphere.
Marathon
Lazy Days South
Lazy Days South — oceanfront dining restaurant in Marathon, where Keys-style seafood and sunset views create laid-back island elegance.
Key West
Prime 951 Steakhouse
Prime Steakhouse — upscale steak and seafood dining in Key West, where premium cuts and refined service define the experience.
Islamorada
Chef Michael's
Experience Chef Michael's: creative local Florida Keys cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Islamorada
Dive Bar on the Bay
Dive Bar on the Bay in Tavernier is a waterfront bar and grill serving cold drinks, casual bites, and island views in a laid-back setting.
Islamorada
Café Moka Islamorada
Cafe Moka Islamorada — charming European-style café tucked away at Village Square on Overseas Hwy, serving artisan coffee, fresh pastries and light bites.
Key West
Mangia Mangia
Mangia Mangia — Italian & Mediterranean dining with fresh pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and warm Key West ambiance.
The Lower Keys
Keys Cones
Keys Cones is a family-friendly mobile dessert trailer serving soft-serve ice cream, slushies, and sweet treats at events and markets throughout Key West and the Lower Florida Keys.
Key West
The Hilton Key West Resort & Marina
The Hilton Key West Resort & Marina is a luxury waterfront resort on Stock Island, featuring six heated saltwater pools, a 165-slip marina, an on-site restaurant, and complimentary shuttle service to Old Town Key West.
Islamorada
Hog Heaven Sports Bar and Grill
Hog Heaven Sports Bar & Grill in Islamorada serves hearty smoked BBQ, fresh seafood, and dairy-free late-night fun just off the Overseas Highway.
Key West
Island Dogs Bar
Island Dogs Bar — lively waterfront bar & grill in Key West, where tropical vibes, live music, and bold flavors collide.
