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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.

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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.

Key West

La Grignote

La Grignote is a charming French bakery and café in Key West, offering scratch-made pastries, gourmet brunch dishes, and specialty coffees in a cozy, island-inspired setting.

The Purple Porpoise Pub

The Purple Porpoise Pub in Key West is a lively waterfront bar offering cold drinks, great food, and stunning sunset views. A perfect spot for locals and tourists to unwind.

Key West

Lighthouse Hotel

Historic charm meets vibrant Key West life steps from Hemingway House and the iconic lighthouse.

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Key West

Hog's Breath Saloon

Hog’s Breath Saloon in Key West is a legendary bar and grill serving cold drinks, live music, and laid-back island vibes just steps from Duval Street.

Key Largo

Sol by the Sea

Rustic, romantic waterfront dining with fresh seafood and Key Largo views.

Key West

Hot Tin Roof & Sunset Pier

Hot Tin Roof Restaurant at Ocean Key Resort & Spa offers elegant, waterfront dining on Duval Street with a menu featuring island-inspired seafood and stunning harbor views.

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.

Key West

Southernmost Sandy’s Cafe

Southernmost Sandy’s Cafe — casual Cuban‑ and Caribbean‑influenced café in Key West (1327 Duval St) where flavorful eats meet a prime location at the southern tip of the USA.

The Lower Keys

No Name Pub

No Name Pub – A legendary off-beat Florida Keys tavern serving award-winning pizza and pub fare amidst thousands of dollar bills stapled to the walls.

Key West

Frita's Cuban Burgers

Fritas Cuban Burger Café brings the bold flavors of Cuban street food to Key West with signature frita burgers and fusion tacos.

Key West

Virgilio's Cocktail Lounge

Virgilio’s Cocktail Lounge in Key West is a hidden gem known for its handcrafted martinis, live music, and upscale yet relaxed island vibe.

Marathon

Abu's Argentinian Grill

Abu's Argentinian Grill is a Florida Keys mobile food truck bringing the bold flavors of Argentina to local markets and events, serving handmade empanadas with a variety of fillings, steak and sausage sandwiches, lobster platters with skewers, and hot dogs straight from the grill.