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
El Siboney Restaurant Key West
El Siboney is a family-friendly Cuban restaurant in Key West offering authentic, budget-conscious dishes like roast pork, ropa vieja, and Cuban sandwiches.
Marathon
7 Mile Grill
7 Mile Grill is a casual, dockside eatery in Marathon, Florida, serving hearty breakfast favorites, fresh local seafood, and its world-famous Key Lime Pie.
Key West
Red Shoe Island Bistro
Red Shoe Island Bistro — boutique fine dining in Key West where locally caught seafood, European finesse and signature desserts meet.
Islamorada
Mom And Daughter Juice Bar
Mom and Daughter Juice Bar – A vibrant, locally-owned café in Tavernier serving fresh smoothies, wraps and homemade empanadas.
Key Largo
Snook's Bayside Restaurant & Grand Tiki
Snook’s Bayside Restaurant & Grand Tiki Bar offers waterfront dining with fresh seafood, tropical drinks, and magical sunset views on Key Largo.
Key West
First Flight Island Restaurant & Brewery
First Flight Island Restaurant & Brewery in Key West blends aviation history, craft beer, and island-inspired cuisine in a lush garden setting.
Islamorada
ReelCatch
ReelCatch — Keys-inspired cuisine in Islamorada, where beachfront views meet live music & island flavors.
The Lower Keys
The Perry Hotel & Marina
The Perry Hotel Key West is a modern, pet-friendly waterfront retreat located on Stock Island, just minutes from downtown Key West.
Weddings Max
150
Meetings Max
40
Total Space
960 sq ft
Largest Room
960 sq ft
Key West
Pier House Resort & Spa
Pier House Resort & Spa is a historic oceanfront retreat in Old Town Key West, featuring a private white sand beach, full-service spa, three dining venues, and the iconic Chart Room Bar
Weddings Max
120
Meetings Max
120
Total Space
2600 sq ft
Largest Room
2000 sq ft
Islamorada
Islamorada Shrimp Shack
Islamorada Shrimp Shack — fresh seafood dining in Islamorada, where family-run flavor meets Keys charm.
Key West
The Baklava
The Baklava Key West is a specialty dessert shop in Key West offering handcrafted baklava, Greek pastries, and indulgent sweet treats on Greene Street.
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.
Key West
Southernmost Beach Café
Southernmost Beach Café in Key West serves fresh coastal cuisine and tropical cocktails with unbeatable oceanfront views.
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.
