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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The Lower Keys
Sugarloaf Key Hotel at KOA Resort
Tropical seaside stay with marina access and on-site dining.
Marathon
La Chapina Restaurant
La Chapina Restaurant — authentic Guatemalan cuisine in Marathon, where bold flavors and island hospitality meet.
Key West
Sunset Key Cottages
Sunset Key Cottages is a luxury resort situated on a 27-acre private island just 500 yards off Key West, offering upscale one- to four-bedroom cottages with wraparound verandas and panoramic ocean views.
Las Olas
Las Olas at Playa Largo Resort — ceviche bar & lounge in Key Largo, where Peruvian-inspired flavors and island elegance unite.
Marathon
B's Reggae Bites
B’s Reggae Bites — authentic Jamaican food truck and island-style carry-out in Marathon, Florida Keys.
Key West
The Birdcage Cabaret
The Birdcage Cabaret — live drag & variety cabaret in Key West, where glitz, music & bold performances light up the night.
Key West
Cupcake Sushi
Cupcake Sushi in Key West offers innovative dessert cupcakes shaped like sushi rolls—moist cake, ganache, and buttercream dipped in dark chocolate and topped with colorful nonpareils.
Key West
Mam's Best Food
Homey stop for casual bites including shawarma and falafel, plus seating and takeout.
Islamorada
Mercado Morada
Mercado Morada — vibrant Latin-American street-market dining at ocean-front Three Waters Resort & Marina in Islamorada, where bold flavors meet waterfront vibes.
Marathon
LJ's Café
LJ’s Café in Marathon serves up artisan espresso, fresh-baked pastries, and hearty breakfast and lunch classics in a cozy roadside setting.
Islamorada
Morada Way Arts & Cultural District
Discover vibrant art and culture in the heart of Islamorada at Morada Way!
Key West
Onlywood Pizzeria Trattoria
OnlyWood Pizzeria & Trattoria — authentic Italian dining in Key West, where wood-fired Neapolitan pizza and artisan pastas meet island charm.
Key West
Eden House Hotel
Eden House Key West is a boutique hotel in the heart of Old Town, offering a heated pool, tropical gardens, and walking distance to Duval Street. Ideal for couples seeking a charming, relaxing retreat.
Marathon
Courtyard by Marriott Marathon Florida Keys
Waterfront resort in Marathon with two pools, private marina, on-site dining, and event spaces.
Key Largo
Bayside Sunset Bar
Bayside Sunset Bar in Key Largo offers waterfront dining with spectacular sunset views, live music, and craft cocktails.
