Seafood platter with crab, shrimp, and wine on a wooden table.

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.

Key lime pie with whipped cream and lime on a plate, coffee cup nearby.

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.

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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.

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Cuban Heritage, Food and Culture Enrich Key West

Sample the sweetness of fried plantains served with lime-kissed pork chops.

Lionfish sashimi garnished with greens on a glass plate by a calm lake.

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.

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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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Chris Clearwater Charters

Chris Clearwater Charters: Custom fishing, snorkeling & sandbar adventures with a chef-captain in the Florida Keys.

Marathon

Takara Thai House

Authentic Thai and sushi in Marathon, Florida Keys—Takara Thai House offers fresh, made-to-order dishes in a welcoming, family-owned setting.

The Lower Keys

Murray's Market

Murray’s Market in Marathon offers fresh-cut meats, Boar’s Head subs, produce, baked goods, beer, wine & gourmet groceries.

Key West

Eaton Street Seafood Market

KW Seafood in Key West is a seafood market and eatery where you can choose fresh local catch and have it cooked on the spot.

Keys Season Deals

Key West

The Reach Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Reach Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton is the only resort on Key West's only private natural sand beach, offering the island's most sought-after beachfront gazebo wedding setting, over 20,000 square feet of event space, and a 3x Knot Award-winning reputation for flawless waterfront celebrations.

Weddings Max

270

Meetings Max

311

Total Space

4700 sq ft

Largest Room

2800 sq ft

The Lower Keys

Hogfish Bar & Grill

Hogfish Bar and Grill in Key West serves authentic island flavors, fresh local seafood, and cold drinks in a laid-back waterfront setting.

Key West

Catered Affairs of Key West

Catered Affairs of Key West provides full-service culinary and event planning, specializing in weddings, private dinners, and bespoke celebrations across the Keys.

Key West

Doc's on Duval

Doc’s on Duval is a vibrant American eatery on historic Duval Street serving mouth-watering BBQ, burgers, fresh seafood, and Southern-inspired favorites in a relaxed Old Town setting. With breezy upstairs seating and a bar downstairs, it’s a perfect stop for hearty meals and refreshing drinks in the heart of Key West.