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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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
Island Dogs Bar
Island Dogs Bar — lively waterfront bar & grill in Key West, where tropical vibes, live music, and bold flavors collide.
Marathon
Bongo's Botanical Beer Garden and Cafe
Bongo’s Botanical Beer Garden on Grassy Key offers a tropical oasis featuring over 20 craft beers on tap, garden‑fresh cocktails, and a vibrant food truck menu.
Islamorada
Habanos Oceanfront Dining
Habanos Oceanfront serves authentic Cuban cuisine—like ropa vieja and Cuban sandwiches—with tropical drinks and standout marina views in Islamorada.
Key Largo
Sundowners
Sundowners Key Largo is a waterfront restaurant on Florida Bay serving sunset views, fresh seafood, steaks, and tropical cocktails in a relaxed island setting.
Key West
Sugar Apple Organic Cafe & Market
Sugar Apple Organic Café & Market in Key West serves fresh, plant-based meals and organic groceries in a relaxed, eco-friendly setting.
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.
Key Largo
Lazy Lobster Seafood Restaurant
Lazy Lobster Seafood Restaurant — fresh seafood dining in Key Largo, where Keys-style dishes meet tropical ambiance.
Key West
Mangoes Restaurant
Mangoes — Caribbean-inspired dining on Duval Street in Key West, where fresh seafood and live music meet tropical island vibes.
Key Largo
Argueta's International Food Truck
Argueta’s International Food Truck — global-inspired wraps, smoothies & breakfast in Key Largo, where fresh flavors meet roadside comfort.
Key West
The Saint Hotel
The Saint Hotel Key West, Autograph Collection, is an adults-only boutique hotel located at 417 Eaton Street in Old Town Key West.
Marathon
Tiki Grill
Tiki Grill in Marathon serves fresh seafood, tropical cocktails, and island-inspired dishes in a relaxed, waterfront setting.
Marathon
Lalo's Bar & Restaurant
Lalo’s Bar & Restaurant in Marathon, Florida Keys serves up great sushi, drinks, and laid-back island vibes.
The Lower Keys
Salty Oyster Dockside Bar & Grill
Salty Oyster Dockside Bar & Grill — relaxed waterfront dining in Stock Island/Key West, where fresh seafood, craft cocktails and live music meet marina‑side views.
Islamorada
Florida Keys Brewing Co.
Florida Keys Brewing Co. is the Upper Keys’ first microbrewery, serving award-winning craft beers in a vibrant beer garden and taproom located in Islamorada’s Morada Way Arts District—perfect for beer lovers and locals alike. Also offers a vacation rental.
