Every town has their secret eatery that they don't dare share with the tourist.
You DON'T want to find that restaurant in Key West. You DON'T want to emulate those locals.
Every town has their secret eatery that they don't dare share with the tourist.
Been a couple of years, but I liked staying on Sugarloaf. Not far to drive back to after a full day and evening in Key West. I would use Trip Advisor to give current information on motels and restaurants.
Before you get to the Keys, there is always Joe's Stone Crabs on Miami Beach.
Looking for good restaurants that are must eat at locations for these stops.
Jekyll Island - too long to touch
Tampa - Columbian in Erbor City
Key Largo - Blond Giraffe Key Lime (awesome) Mrs. Mac's and the best with you in mind - The Buzzard's Roost!
Marathon - 7 Mile Grill
Key West Harpoon Harry's is still kicking and well rated. The new kid on the block that I haven't tried, but I hear their desert, especially key lime pie is top drawer is "Better than Sex" restaurant.
Palm Beach - Flagler Steakhouse
St Augustine O'Steins or Schooners for fried Shrimp. (less wait and same shrimp at Schooners), Cap's on the River
Savannah Mrs. Wilkes, Pirate House, Pink House and many more.
Linger Lodge in Bradenton (south of Tampa) is an interesting experience, to say the least...
http://www.lingerlodgeresort.com/
Get the River Platter if you go.
At the Venture Out Resort, short drive out from Key West at MM 23, you can rent a ocean/waterfront modular home or mobile in a gated secure resort facility for same or cheaper than motel/hotel.