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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Key Largo
Seaside Eatery
Seaside Eatery — all‑vegan café in Key Largo where creative plant‑based breakfast, wraps and artisanal sandwiches meet laid‑back island charm.
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
Sugar Shark Grocery & Market
Sugar Shark Grocery & Market in Key West offers fresh produce, gourmet snacks, and everyday essentials in a convenient island location.
Key West
Captain Tony's Saloon
Captain Tony’s Saloon is a historic Key West dive bar famous for its colorful past, live music, and legendary visitors like Ernest Hemingway and Jimmy Buffett.
The Lower Keys
Bagel Island Sandwich Shoppe
Bagel Island Coffee is a cozy Big Pine Key café offering freshly made New York-style bagels, Cuban coffee, and hearty breakfast & lunch sandwiches.
The Breakfast Club, Too
The Breakfast Club, Too in Key West serves creative twists on classic breakfast and brunch dishes with fresh ingredients and island flair.
Key West
Ana's Cafe and Southernmost Grocery
Ana’s Café Cubano in Key West offers authentic Cuban sandwiches, hearty breakfast options, and freshly brewed coffee in a cozy, walk‑up café setting.
Key West
Mac Doo BBQ
Mac Doo BBQ is a Key West barbecue restaurant serving smoked meats, gluten-free sauces and rubs, and Florida Keys roadside flavor.
Key West
Martin's
Martin’s Steak & Lobster — fine dining in Key West, where European elegance meets tropical flair on Duval Street.
Key West
Key Plaza Creperie
Key Plaza Creperie — charming European-style bistro in Key West specializing in sweet and savory crepes, galettes, and all-day brunch.
Key West
Dragon & Rooster
Dragon & Rooster is an Asian fusion restaurant in Key West serving bold, vibrant flavors from across East and Southeast Asia on Duval Street
Key West
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.
Marathon
Lazy Days South
Lazy Days South — oceanfront dining restaurant in Marathon, where Keys-style seafood and sunset views create laid-back island elegance.
Islamorada
Paris Coffee Gone Coastal
Paris Coffee Gone Coastal – Cozy gourmet coffee shack in Islamorada serving premium espresso drinks, smoothies and specialty treats.
Islamorada
Mangrove Mike's
Mangrove Mike’s Café is a family-owned diner in Islamorada, FL, serving award-winning breakfast and lunch all day in a nostalgic, Florida Keys-inspired setting.
