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
Keys Chocolate and Ice Cream
Handcrafted chocolates, 36 ice cream & sorbet flavors, Key Lime Pie treats, coffee & gifts in Key Largo’s sweetest shop.
Key West
Martin's
Martin’s Steak & Lobster — fine dining in Key West, where European elegance meets tropical flair on Duval Street.
Marathon
Food For Thought
Natural wellness café and market with organic, vegan, and gluten-free delights.
Marathon
Coast To Coast Pizza Company
Coast To Coast Pizza Company in Marathon, FL, offers handcrafted New York, Sicilian, and Detroit-style pizzas made with high-quality ingredients in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Islamorada
Joey's Mini Donuts
Hot, fresh mini donuts in the Florida Keys—Joey’s Mini Donuts / Joey Bag-O-Donuts serves made-to-order sweet treats and event catering from Key Largo to Key West.
Key Largo
Zaika Indian Cuisine
Zaika Key Largo offers an elevated Indian dining experience featuring traditional regional dishes, vibrant spices, and a coastal twist using fresh local seafood.
Key West
Rum Row - Blue Flamingo
Blue Flamingo Resort Key West — poolside eating and drinking at its best in Key West, where vibrant bars, casual eateries and island‑entertaining vibes come together.
Key West
Abbondanza Italian Restaurant
Abbondanza Italian Restaurant is Key West's multi-year People's Choice Award winner for best Italian restaurant, serving hearty pasta, fresh seafood, and classic Italian dishes nightly from three charming converted cigar-maker cottages in the heart of Old Town.
Key West
Jose's Latin Food
Jose’s Latin Food — authentic Latin-American dining in Key West serving bold flavors and local favorites.
Key West
Palm Haven Restaurant
Palm Haven Restaurant at the DoubleTree offers relaxed island-style dining with fresh seafood and classic favorites.
The Lower Keys
El Siboney Stock Island
El Siboney Restaurant on Stock Island serves authentic Cuban cuisine with hearty portions and homemade flavors in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Marathon
Lazy Days South
Lazy Days South — oceanfront dining restaurant in Marathon, where Keys-style seafood and sunset views create laid-back island elegance.
Key West
Brady's Pub
Brady’s Pub is a lively Irish pub and sports bar in Key West known for hearty pub fare, multiple TVs broadcasting games, and a welcoming neighborhood vibe.
