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.
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.
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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Islamorada
Islamorada Fish Company
Islamorada Fish Company Market — fresh seafood retail market in Islamorada, where Keys flavors and top-quality catches meet.
Key West
Mangoes Restaurant
Mangoes — Caribbean-inspired dining on Duval Street in Key West, where fresh seafood and live music meet tropical island vibes.
Islamorada
ReelCatch
ReelCatch — Keys-inspired cuisine in Islamorada, where beachfront views meet live music & island flavors.
Key West
Pickles Pub's Sandbar
Pickles Pub’s Sandbar — lively sports bar in Key West with 40+ TVs, late-night eats and poured-in-pub fun.
Key West
Keys Coffee Co.
Keys Coffee Co. — artisan coffee bar & café in Key West, where expertly roasted beans and fresh island-inspired fare meet.
Islamorada
Café Moka Islamorada
Cafe Moka Islamorada — charming European-style café tucked away at Village Square on Overseas Hwy, serving artisan coffee, fresh pastries and light bites.
Key West
El Molcajete Mexican Restaurant
El Molcajete Key West serves authentic, family-style Mexican cuisine with fresh ingredients and traditional flavors.
Key West
Stoned Crab
Stone Crab Key West serves the freshest local seafood, featuring sweet Florida stone crab claws and classic coastal favorites in a laid-back island setting.
Key Largo
Enrico's Pizza Key Largo
Enrico’s Pizza in Key Largo serves authentic New York–style pizza, pasta, and Italian favorites made with fresh ingredients and big flavors.
Fisherman's Cafe
Fisherman’s Café in Key West serves fresh seafood, classic American breakfasts, and island-style sandwiches in a laid-back, walk-up setting.
Islamorada
Scuba Town USA
Scuba Town USA in Islamorada offers an all-in-one dive and vacation experience with lodging, dining, pools, a private beach, and access to multiple dive-related businesses, all set within Three Waters Resort & Marina.
Key West
Tropical Food Market
Tropical Food Market in the Florida Keys serves authentic Caribbean cuisine, fresh groceries, and homemade specialties full of island flavor.
Marathon
TJ's Tiki Bar
TJ’s Tiki Bar at Tranquility Bay offers stunning waterfront views, tropical cocktails, and fresh island-inspired bites in a relaxed Keys atmosphere.
