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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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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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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.

Lionfish sashimi garnished with greens on a glass plate by a calm lake.

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.

Key West

Island Dogs Bar

Island Dogs Bar — lively waterfront bar & grill in Key West, where tropical vibes, live music, and bold flavors collide.

Key West

Ocean Grill & Bar

Ocean Grill & Bar — upscale seafood dining in Key West, where fresh local catches and global flavors come alive.

Key West

Virgilio's Cocktail Lounge

Virgilio’s Cocktail Lounge in Key West is a hidden gem known for its handcrafted martinis, live music, and upscale yet relaxed island vibe.

Key West

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.

Islamorada

Island Grill

Keys Island Grill — island-inspired dining in Islamorada, where fresh seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and oceanfront views come together.

The Lower Keys

Hogfish Bar & Grill

Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West serves authentic island flavors, fresh local seafood, and cold drinks in a laid-back waterfront setting.

The Lower Keys

Coco's Kitchen

Coco’s Kitchen in Big Pine Key is a beloved Cuban eatery serving up classic dishes like Cuban sandwiches, empanadas, and breakfast favorites in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.

Key West

Cuban Coffee Queen Waterfront

Cuban Coffee Queen Waterfront in Key West offers bold Cuban coffee, fresh breakfast sandwiches, and tropical treats with scenic harbor views.

Marathon

7 Mile Grill

Open since 1954 at the foot of the Seven Mile Bridge, 7 Mile Grill is the kind of no frills dockside counter the Keys used to be full of, and the key lime pie is still made in house. Catch something that morning and they will cook it for you.

The Lower Keys

Good Food Conspiracy

Organic market and juice bar in Big Pine Key offering vegan wraps, smoothies, and holistic wellness products.

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.

Marathon

Long Key Bar & Grill

There's a new spot at Mile Marker 68 and it's already earning fans — Long Key Bar and Grill has settled into the waterfront space next to Lime Tree Bay Resort on Long Key, serving up a fresh, locally inspired Florida Keys menu of breakfast, lunch, and dinner with beach vibes, signature cocktails, NFL Game Day coverage, and the kind of laid-back island atmosphere that makes you want to stay for one more round.