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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Key West
Mac Doo BBQ
Mac Doo BBQ is a Key West barbecue restaurant serving smoked meats, gluten-free sauces and rubs, and Florida Keys roadside flavor.
Key Largo
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.
Islamorada
Oceans305
Oceans305 — American grill & bar in Layton (Long Key), where waterfront views and eclectic cuisine meet island vibes.
Key West
Cuban Coffee Queen Waterfront
Cuban Coffee Queen Waterfront in Key West offers bold Cuban coffee, fresh breakfast sandwiches, and tropical treats with scenic harbor views.
Key West
The College of the Florida Keys
The College of the Florida Keys — a public college in Key West offering marine-focused degrees, workforce training, and higher education in the heart of the Florida Keys.
Key West
Marlin Cafe
Marlin Café — Cuban-Mexican fusion breakfast & lunch eatery in Key West, where handcrafted tacos and pressed Cubanos deliver island flavor.
Islamorada
Pierre's Restaurant
Pierre’s Restaurant at Morada Bay — upscale French fusion dining in Islamorada with tropical bay-front views.
Key West
Oasis Mediterranean Cuisine
Oasis Mediterranean Cuisine — Mediterranean dining in Key West, where authentic flavors and garden-patio ambiance meet.
Islamorada
Tacos Jalisco 2
Tacos Jalisco 2 in Tavernier serves fresh, authentic Mexican tacos and traditional dishes in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Marathon
Triton Seafood Restaurant Italian Cuisine & Pizza
Triton Seafood Restaurant in the Florida Keys offers fresh, locally caught seafood and waterfront dining with a relaxed island vibe.
Key West
Conchiglia Key West
Conchiglia Key West is an authentic Italian restaurant located at 816 Duval Street, offering handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, fresh local seafood, and craft cocktails in a beautifully restored Conch house. A true taste of La Dolce Vita, Island Style.
Islamorada
Caribbean Catering
Islamorada Wedding & Event Services specializes in crafting unforgettable destination weddings in the Florida Keys, offering full planning, design, and vendor coordination.
