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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Kaya Island Eats
Kaya Island Eats — vibrant island-fusion dining on Duval Street in Key West serving up Caribbean, Pacific and Asian-inspired fare.
Fisherman's Cafe
Fisherman’s Café in Key West serves fresh seafood, classic American breakfasts, and island-style sandwiches in a laid-back, walk-up setting.
Key West
El Molcajete Mexican Restaurant
El Molcajete Key West serves authentic, family-style Mexican cuisine with fresh ingredients and traditional flavors.
Key West
Yolicious
Yolicious is a Key West small business crafting mouthwatering organic, gluten-free, and vegan snacks, baked goods, and stone-ground raw nut butters for health-conscious locals and visitors who refuse to compromise on flavor.
Islamorada
Taki Outi
Taki Outi Islamorada serves up fresh, flavorful Asian-inspired takeout with a Keys twist.
Islamorada
Scuba Town USA
Scuba Town USA in Islamorada offers an all-in-one dive and vacation experience with lodging, dining, pools, a private beach, and access to multiple dive-related businesses, all set within Three Waters Resort & Marina.
Islamorada
Tiki Bar at Amara Cay Resort
The Tiki Bar at Amara Cay Resort in Islamorada serves tropical cocktails and island-inspired bites with breathtaking ocean views and a relaxed Keys vibe.
Key West
Mr. Z's
Mr. Z’s – Authentic Philadelphia cheesesteaks served since 2002, now available for franchise across the U.S.
Gumby's Scratch Kitchen
Gumby’s Scratch Kitchen in Key Largo serves up made-from-scratch comfort classics and fresh daily specials in a casual, welcoming café setting.
Marathon
Clouds in my Coffee Catering/Private Chef/The Table
Clouds in My Coffee Catering, led by Chef Leigh Ann, offers gourmet private chef services, in-flight catering, and curated events in Marathon and the Middle Keys.
Key West
Tropical Food Market
Tropical Food Market in the Florida Keys serves authentic Caribbean cuisine, fresh groceries, and homemade specialties full of island flavor.
Islamorada
Paris Coffee Gone Coastal
Paris Coffee Gone Coastal – Cozy gourmet coffee shack in Islamorada serving premium espresso drinks, smoothies and specialty treats.
Key West
OverAchieving Tea
OverAchieving Tea is a premium handcrafted yerba maté and wellness shot brand crafting better-tasting, better-quality functional herbal blends, found at the Key West Artisan Market and local Florida Keys events.
Key West
B.O.'s Fish Wagon
B.O.'s Fish Wagon is a beloved Key West eatery known for its fresh seafood, including grilled and fried grouper sandwiches, conch fritters, and shrimp tacos, all served in a laid-back, open-air setting.
