17 Best American Restaurants in Marathon

“Les pâtes aux fruits de mer étaient délicieuses et copieuses avec du homard et st jacques , le filet mignon avec sa sauce, sa purée et ses légumes étaient très bons. Le vin blanc chardonnay sublime, la sangria très bien. La dame était adorable, agréable, souriante et rigolote, c'était un dîner excellent !! Nous recommandons ce restaurant ??“

“We had a great time for a late lunch with our kids! Matt is amazing. We had a 7 month old eating (you know what that means) and he was kind and made us feel welcome. The food was good, the vibe was good, the wine was cold. We will be back! #givemattaraise“

“Diners, drive-ins, and dives was not wrong. This place is definitely a place to stop! The chicken and smashed potatoes that Guy reviewed does not disappoint. Portion size is enough to eat and take some home. The potato is not smashed though. It's a full baked potato. Buffalo shrimp tacos with beans and rice were awesome! Lots of flavor! Next table to us had an awesome looking poutine. (French fries smothered with spices and cheese.) Over 30 beers on tap including IPAs as well. Great for beer lovers. Beer could be colder though. Small and separate dining areas. 2 indoor areas with a few tables and 1 covered outdoor space with larger group picnic type tables. A destination to try several times.“

“Absolutely amazing dinner! From the service to the appetizer to the drinks and dinner! I will definitely be back. Our server was Elizabeth, she was super sweet and knew how to explain/recommend the dishes. I drank the Billionaire Margarita (delicious) and my husband ordered a wine bottle. I had the lobster tails with mashed potatoes and broccolini it was to die for. I will definitely come back and I enjoyed my dinner very much!“

“Went there with friends for a late lunch, Everyone talks about how good their fries are so we ordered some! Big basket of fries, easily shared by two! Tuna Poke Bowl was delicious, I highly recommend! Service was good as well! They don’t serve liquor, just beer and wine. Nice views of the water and an active boat channel!“

“Visiting from out of state for vacation. Read really good reviews and decided to give this place a try. Definitely want to make reservations, we got there at 5:00 and they were full at 5:20. I got the spaghetti marinara and my wife got the manicotti. Both were very good! One of the best red sauce we have had. Service was very quick and friendly. Will come back again.“

“Ate at Castaways last night with friends. The food was amazing - fresh fish, great preparation, good choices and creative options. Prices were good for the quality of food and service. Our waitress, Tami, was super good. Knowledgeable, friendly, attentive and helped us through the options to make great choices. Highly recommend it.“

“This place is a rare gem of authentic hospitality, warm smiles, and the best Mai Tai’s in the world. Matt has truly created a special place, antmosphere, and setting to make memories that will last a lifetime. The staff is phenomenal , making you feel like family. The food and ingredients are top notch, something completely unexpected in a sleepy key.“

“Had a good meal tonight. Ordered the broiled mahi. Very good but a very SMALL portion for what you pay. My son had the sirloin steak which he said was very good. Had key lime pie which was a bit on the sour side and more like a pudding. All in all was a good visit. Staff was good and accommodating.“

“I stopped in for a quick drink while my family was taking a tour at the nearby turtle hospital. The bar and the adjacent area overlooking the ocean/gulf was beautiful. My bartender, Jacklyn was really nice and friendly. I saw her answer multiple people's questions about the resort and things to see and do in and around Marathon, Florida. Great beautiful relaxing place for an afternoon libation and if you're lucky maybe Jacklyn will be on duty.“

“Very good little restaurant, the tacos ? are very good, quesadillas too, the coconut shrimp are a treat. Very friendly and unhurried service. We had time to have a drink and choose the dish in peace. The tip (18%) is automatically included on the bill.“

“Great placeWe were looking for a place on our way back from Sombrero Beach, we let ourselves be guided by the reviews, and we were not disappointed.Not only were the dishes fantastic, but what's more, the waitress was really helpful, and gave us some tips and places to visit on our way home.“

“Always a great time at the Monkey. We own a house nearby so whenever we are in town we grab 1 or 10 drinks there. Rodney and the other bartenders always do us right. It’s a local hangout so you get to meet the real people of Marathon and not el touristos. The prices are extremely reasonable - they won’t empty your wallet- and they fire up the grill and you can get Smashburgers and hot dogs and brats and sausage & peppers. Highly recommended.“

“Our server was Nara. Ten of us had dinner, and they accommodated us very well. I would encourage reservations. I had the scallop risotto, the conch chowder and the crème brûlée. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was beautiful. We all enjoyed ourselves.“

“Went twice. First time the waitress/bartender Autumn was super friendly and helpful. She made a great margarita. We enjoyed buffalo hogfish and a couple sandwiches. I had the Brutus with black bean salad, both tasty. My husband had the fish Ruben (I forgot the name) and sweet potato waffle fries. His was delicious. We returned the next day craving another buffalo hogfish appetizer. Dawn was our waitress/bartender. Equally friendly and helpful service and the food was consistent with our previous experience. I would recommend this lunch spot.“

“We stayed for a few days and ate all our breakfast and dinners here. The food was outstanding in our opinion. We didn’t use reservations as we were happy to sit and the bar have a cocktail and eat! Hubby said Ramon was a good bartender but then again they all are.Vegetarian options: There is no vegan options except the impossible burger sold at the outside bar which was very goodDietary restrictions: Husband is vegan and has 2 severe food allergies and the hotel is very accommodating“

“I had the most pleasant experience here at this establishment.They were so friendly,treated me with the most utmost respect.Molly at the front of the house was very sweet and welcoming upon arrival,very satisfied with the way I was treated.Kid-friendliness: Gave my child a bag a bag of chips to alleviate the waiting which was only 15 minutes“