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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La Crêperie French Café
La Crêperie French Café is a charming, family-owned café in Key West, FL, offering authentic French crêpes, galettes, and paninis in a cozy, open-air setting.
The Marketplace
The Marketplace at Isla Bella is a one-stop resort hub in Marathon combining a gourmet café, boutique retail, and activity concierge services to serve guests and the public alike.
Bangkok Happy Bowl Thai Bistro & Sushi Bar
Bangkok Happy Bowl is a vibrant Thai bistro & sushi bar blending bold Asian flavors, creative sushi rolls, and lively ambiance in Key West.
Boat House Bar & Grill
Boathouse Bar & Grill in Key West serves fresh seafood, steaks, and cocktails in a lively waterfront setting with daily happy hour specials.
Fly Away Cafe
Fly Away Café at Navigator's in Key West offers a relaxed dining experience with American favorites, refreshing drinks, and scenic waterfront views at Boca Chica Marina.
Porky's Bayside Restaurant and Marina
Waterfront BBQ, seafood & sushi with island vibes in Marathon
Island Fish Company
Island Fish Co. — waterfront tiki bar & restaurant in Marathon, where fresh seafood, tropical views, and island vibes come together.
Tattoos & Scars Saloon
Tattoos and Scars Saloon Key West is a lively downtown bar offering cold drinks, live music, and a true island party vibe.
Sunny Eggs
SUNNY EGGS is a cozy café on Fleming Street in Key West, FL, serving breakfast and brunch favorites in a bright, cheerful atmosphere.
Driftwood Express
Driftwood Express in Big Pine Key offers wood-fired pizzas, specialty calzones, subs, wings, and fresh salads in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Keys' Meads
Keys Meads is a Florida Keys craft meadery producing small-batch, locally inspired honey wines with tropical flavor profiles.
Scuba Scoops
Scuba Scoops — premium small‑batch ice‑cream shop in Key Largo (MM 102.7) where creative flavors and a laid‑back island setting meet.
Flagler Station
Dine on prime steaks, fresh seafood, and fine wines at Flagler Station, Islamorada’s waterfront steakhouse inspired by the legacy of Henry Flagler’s railroad.
Paris Coffee Gone Coastal
Paris Coffee Gone Coastal – Cozy gourmet coffee shack in Islamorada serving premium espresso drinks, smoothies and specialty treats.
The Docks Stock Island
The Docks on Stock Island offers fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and waterfront dining with stunning marina views in a relaxed island setting.