5 Most Famous Foods to have in Florida

There are several reasons why the sunshine state of Florida attracts millions of local and out-of-state tourists every year. While its beautiful beaches and several preservation sites make it a great place to visit, we all know that the food is what makes people stay.
The rich multi-cultural demographic of Florida means there are several cultural influences on the cuisine of the area, especially from the Latin-American community. This gives most of the food a unique twist and flavor.
Here are some exclusive Florida foods that you can’t miss out on your next visit!

Gator bites

Who knew alligators could be so delicious? For the true Florida street food scene, you need to try the range of ways alligator meat is served, such as in a stew, barbecued, in a chowder or fried with cornmeal batter. The taste of the meat is not too different from chicken but the culinary experience is still one you need to try.

Key Lime Pie


The most ideal dessert for this tropical location is a light but creamy fruity pie. Limes native to Florida Keys make this dessert delectable and hard-to-resist pie even more special. The graham cracker crust adds texture and the meringue adds wholesome flavor. It’s fresh, it’s super easy to make and it completes the entire Florida experience. 

Cuban sandwich

Perhaps the most loved and popular sandwich down south is the Cuban sandwich. The warm and crispy sandwich with just the right balance of flavors makes you feel good on the inside. It has a unique blend of flavors from two kinds of pork meat, pickles and a sprinkle of Swiss cheese. Sandwiched in the classic Cuban bread, it’s always hard to turn out the toasty summon of this mid-day snack.

Conch Bites


Ever picked up one of these cool, swirly shell things off the shore? Conchs actually contain edible meat! Most of it is served raw either in salad or soup state or made into delicious crispy fritters in the great state of Florida. The shellfish is marinated in lemon juice which is highly acidic, and the minced meat is fried to perfection. 

Devil crabs

Also known as “devilled crabs”, this Latin rendition of a croquette made of crab meat is everyone’s favorite. The Tampa Bay special is made from local blue crabs and is the perfect snack to be eaten by one hand. Using a fork to eat it is almost unacceptable so if you’re visiting Tampa Bay, the first thing you need is to eat a devil crab and the right way!

Looking for the best place to eat devil crabs in Tampa Bay? Pappy’s Devil Crabs offers this signature dish and many more like tasty empanadas and mini-stuffed potatoes for order and dine-in at their exquisite restaurant. 

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