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Although it has not been legal to harvest conch in the Keys since the mid-1980s due to overfishing, conch matches key lime pie as the Keys’ most iconic food. Conch meat now comes from the Caribbean, but even the traditional fisheries in the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos are stressed, according to Seafood Watch at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. While it is impossible to get a straight answer from any restaurant server about where their conch comes from, there are lots of places to try conch fritters in the Keys.

Situated at 4999 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, the Cracked Conch Cafe offers a wholesome brunch experience with its famous seafood dishes, including conch chowder and fritters. The waterfront setting allows for the freshest catches from nearby waters, making it a go-to spot for seafood enthusiasts. Open Monday through Sunday from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, the Cracked Conch Cafe’s menu promises a delightful return.

Definitely put the legendary Cracked Conch Cafe on your list for a tasty breakfast, lunch, or dinner on a tropical patio. It’s open every day for fan favorites like smoked fish dip and key lime pie, with Cuban coffee and refreshing cocktails also on offer. This relaxed eatery prides itself on homestyle cooking and conch specialties like conch capri and stuffed fish.

Owner Joe DeConda has spent forty years in the Keys and never left for a storm!. “People need to eat”, he says,” and I want to be here to help start the cleanup process.” The Cracked Conch Café is a place you must try especially if you’re interested to see many ways to prepare conch. First off, you must try the conch chowders.

Similar to fried clams or fried calamari, cracked conch is made with tenderized conch meat that’s been coated in a seasoned batter and then deep-fried. Because of its naturally tough and sturdy texture, conch meat greatly benefits from being pounded or chopped up into small pieces before cooking.

Chef Erik Desjarlais loves their cafe con leche and Cuban Mix. Chef Norman Van Aken goes for their “Black Eye Pea Fritter, called Bollos.” His warning: “that word in Spanish is a euphemism for a woman's most personal area. I have been taken to task on that one!

MM 49.84999 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050(305) 743-2233Chill, long-running spot offering a menu of locally sourced seafood, plus outdoor seating.Open daily. Sat, Sun, Mon, Tues, Fri 7am- 10:30pm. Wed and Thurs 9:30am-10:30pm.m.mainstreethub.com/conchcafe

Start your day off right with a plate of buttermilk pancakes for the kids at the Cracked Conch Café. For the adults, made-to-order omelets come with a variety of add-in options. Select a booth with a view of the grill so kids can watch the chef at work.

A must-try restaurant in Marathon, the Cracked Conch Cafe is a local favorite. They’re open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and serve up some of the most delicious food in town. Its a great place to grab something to eat no matter what time of day.

4999 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050 facebook.com/TheCrackedConchCafe. We’ve heard this is a great spot to try for breakfast and is known for the Key lime pie. It also seems to be a good option if you’re craving some diner-style meals!