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 West Poké House
Key West Poké House — build-your-own poké bowls and hibachi-style dishes in downtown Key West.
Key Largo
Italian Food Company - Key Largo
Authentic Neapolitan pizzas and Italian classics in Key Largo.
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 West
Banana Cafe
Banana Café in Key West is a charming French-style bistro blending Parisian flair with Caribbean influence, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and crepes.
Key West
Yellowfin Bar & Kitchen
Yellowfin Bar & Kitchen at Ocean’s Edge in Key West offers waterfront dining featuring fresh local seafood, Caribbean-inspired flavors, and sweeping marina views.
Key West
Blackfin Bistro
Blackfin Bistro in Key West is an upscale yet approachable grill offering a refined mix of seafood, steak, and American-inspired dishes in a stylish setting.
The Lower Keys
Geiger Key Marina & RV Park & Fish Camp
Geiger Key Marina RV Park offers waterfront RV sites with tiki huts, full hookups, and access to kayaking, fishing, and a laid-back fish camp atmosphere—just 10 miles from downtown Key West.
Marathon
The Palm Deck
Rooftop cocktail lounge with ocean views, creative craft drinks, shareable plates, and live music in Marathon, Florida Keys.
The Lower Keys
Looe Key Reef Resort & Dive Center
Looe Key Reef Resort offers beachfront accommodations, daily scuba and snorkeling trips, a full-service dive shop, and a Tiki Bar with live entertainment in the Florida Keys.
Marathon
Mahina
Mahina at Isla Bella Beach Resort — upscale Pacific-Rim dining in Marathon, where seaside elegance meets bold island-inspired flavors.
Key Largo
Gilbert's Resort & Marina
Gilbert’s Resort & Marina is a laid-back waterfront resort in Key Largo, featuring waterfront rooms, a private beach, and the Keys’ largest tiki bar with live music and dining.
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Islamorada
Bites on the Bay
Bites on the Bay is a waterfront food trailer in Tavernier serving fresh seafood, tacos, burgers, and local favorites with laid-back island flair.
Key Largo
High Tide Restaurant
High Tide Restaurant in Key Largo serves up hearty all-day breakfasts, fresh seafood dishes, and homestyle specials in a welcoming café setting.
The Lower Keys
7 Mile Cafe & Kava Bar
7 Mile Café & Kava Bar is a cozy spot blending café favorites with relaxing kava drinks to fuel your day and soothe your mind.
Islamorada
Green Turtle Inn
The Green Turtle Inn in Islamorada is a landmark restaurant serving fresh local seafood, hearty American classics, and warm Keys hospitality since 1947.
