Below are our recommendations (in alphabetical order) of local restaurants here in Marathon. If you find some new ones while in town that you think should be on this list, please let us know.
Burdines Waterfront
The best burgers and fries in Marathon. Full stop. Also, try their Hush Puppies, and don’t blame us when you fall in love. You can also go by boat…
Castaway Waterfront Restaurant & Sushi Bar
A cool restaurant not far from Burdines but even more “local”. They have some great breakfast, a really good Happy Hour (4:00-6:00), and the best sushi around. You can…
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Coast to Coast Pizza Company
Lucky for you, the best pizza in the Keys is here in Marathon (he said it, not just us). Don’t stop there, though; they also have great stromboli, calzones,…
Cracked Conch Cafe
Some will say the Conch Fritters are the best in the Keys. There is only one way to find out. In addition to the fritters they have a wide…
Dockside Boot Key Harbor
Dockside is a great place to start your night. Enjoy some light fare while taking in some great live music this bar is on the water and is typically…
Driftwood Pizza, Pasta, & Subs
A casual pizza place with a large menu including pizza, salads, sandwiches, burgers, wings, and more. Be sure to explore all the items in the menu as there are…
Fish Tales Market and Eatery
The best Key Lime Pie in Marathon? Give it a shot and let us know what you think. In addition to their popular pie and their meals that take…
Florida Keys Steak and Lobster House
If you want the best steak in Marathon, go here and get one cooked off their stone grill. They are also know for their lobster dishes (what gave that…
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Havana Jacks Oceanside Restaurant and Bar
Dubbed “An American Caribbean” experience, this is a great restaurant to relax, enjoy some standard dishes, listen to live music and get your night started. Head to Key Colony…
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Herbie’s Bar & Chowder House
Want to know where to get the best fish & chips in Marathon? Now you do. The menu has everything you’d expect with good chowder and conch fritters too.…
Irie Island Eats
Iries is a must-stop when you’re staying in Marathon (or even just passing through). They serve breakfast and lunch, offering everything from acai bowls and eggs to sandwiches and…
Island Fish Company
Everybody comes here for a reason, a Marathon staple that serves up all the seafood classics while also letting you enjoy a great view by water with a lot…
Key Colony Inn
Another great choice if you are looking to mix in some delicious steak with your seafood, they also offer a wide variety of items (including Italian) so you have…
Keys Fisheries
Not only the best seafood market in Marathon, but Keys Fisheries also serves up some delicious food including their famous Lobster Reuben. When you go here you’ll feel like…
La Niña Restaurant
Enjoy some great Cuban food in a down to earth, casual environment. “Just like Abuela used to make” or so I’ve been told this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and…
Lazy Days South
You can’t go wrong with most items on the menu here but if you are feeling a little adventurous try the “Super Lazy Days Lionfish” sandwich. Not only are…
Lighthouse Grill
When you want to step it up to something fancier, the Lighthouse Grill in the Faro Blanco resort is a great place to be a foodie for the night,…
Marathon Bagel Co.
Looking for a good bagel in Marathon for breakfast? You will find them here. Even better are the many different kinds of breakfast sandwiches you can get on the…
Marathon Grill and Ale House
What a great pub tucked into the corner of the Gulfside Village shopping center. You will not just a great variety of beer and live music but also delicious…
No Name Pub
You will have to leave Marathon for Big Pine but it is worth a trip to take in the ambiance and eclectic mix of food the No Name Pub…
Overseas Pub and Grill
Overseas has it all: a great bar, seating outside, live music, good food, a good Sunday brunch, and a liquor store. Yes, that’s right, a liquor store too. When…
Sparky’s Landing
Sparky’s has a huge tiki hut where you can dine inside or out or eat at the bar. Serving up a wide-ranging menu (including pizza), Sparky’s also has a…
Stout’s Restaurant
Stout’s Restaurant has been in Marathon forever (since 1964 actually), and with good reason. They serve up a delicious breakfast and you can also get a great lunch from…
Sweet Savannah’s
Looking for dessert? Look no further. Sweet Savannah’s is the best ice cream and bakery in the Keys. They have award-winning Key Lime Pie and their small-batch, locally made…
The Stuffed Pig
This is the place you want to go for your breakfasts when you just don’t want to cook. They have great food and can satisfy any size appetite. DISTANCE: ~0.5…
Upper Crust
One of the better pizza places in the Keys that also has good wings and garlic bread (get it with cheese). In addition to their tasty bar pizza be…