6 Best Sushi Spots in Marathon, FL

You’re driving along the US 1 – one of the most scenic roads in America. The ocean is a crisp blue, the sky is clear, and the locals are casting their rods off the highway all around you. Moments before you hit Seven Mile Bridge, you reach Marathon, Florida.

With access to the freshest seafood available, it only makes sense that the local Marathon restaurants would feature fresh sushi on their menus.

Whether you’re looking for your next happy hour, a sampling of the local fish, or you’re dreaming of poke bowls, we’ve got you covered with the six best sushi spots in Marathon, Florida. When you stay at one of our vacation rentals, you’ll be mere minutes away!
 

1. Castaway Waterfront Restaurant & Sushi Bar

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• Price: $$
• Address: 1406 Ocean View Ave, Marathon, FL
• Website: castawayfloridakeys.com
• What to order: King of the Jungle roll

Recently featured on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, Castaway is unanimously one of the most popular sushi and raw spots in Marathon. They’re open for brunch and dinner every day of the week and offer happy hour from 1 to 4 p.m., and yes, sushi is on their happy hour menu!

The vibe is casual, as evident by the tap handles lining the bar, flat-screen TVs, and massive fish mounted along the walls. Their menu is equally as lively, with a host of land and sea fare, including fresh oysters, lobster enchiladas, and baby back ribs.

As for the sushi, it doesn’t get fresher. Many of their sushi rolls feature local fish like conch and lionfish. Their specialty rolls are the most popular, though you can also order a la carte and try a variety of sashimi and nigiri.
 

2. Porky’s Bayside

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• Price: $$
• Address: 1410 Overseas Hwy MM47.5, Marathon, FL
• Website: porkysbaysidebbq.com
• What to order: Yum Yum Roll & tuna nachos

If you ever thought BBQ and sushi couldn’t go together, Porky’s will convince you otherwise. Located on the Gulf Side in Marathon, Porky’s is part smokehouse, part neighborhood seafood joint, and all charm. With tiki decor, ample outdoor seating, and live music, this is the kind of place you’ll want to visit every time you come to the Keys.

Between fall-off-the-bone ribs, Key West crab cakes, and their award-winning deep-fried key lime pie, even locals might miss out on their stellar sushi menu. Their specialty rolls are huge, with ample toppings and even a few that highlight their BBQ flavors.

Whatever you order, make sure to tack on their signature tuna nachos, which feature saku tuna, avocado, jalapeño, and cilantro on chips with scallions, jalapeño mayo, feta cheese, and kimchi sauce. It’s totally unlike any sushi you’ve ever had!
 

3. Florida Keys Steak & Lobster House

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• Price: $$
• Address: 3660 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL
• Website: flkeyssteakandlobster.com
• What to order: The Frisky Pescado

When you can’t decide between prime rib and stone-grilled steaks or fresh-caught sushi, your best bet is to head to the Florida Keys Steak & Lobster House. With a sophisticated ambiance, generous portions, and fabulous service, this is the perfect date-night spot for those of us looking for that little something extra.

Their menu includes all the usual players, like blue claw crab cakes, conch fritters, and oysters Rockefeller. For land fare, they proudly serve hand-selected, wet-aged steaks with a variety of cuts. They offer local mahi mahi and lobster trails if you prefer your seafood cooked.

For their sushi, you can expect to find a variety of specialty rolls, nigiri, and sashimi. Many of the rolls highlight local fish and are paired perfectly with their curated sake selection.
 

4. Takara Thai House

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• Price: $$
• Address: 3740 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL
• Website: facebook.com/thaishefwu
• What to order: Red Dragon Roll

This hole-in-the-wall Thai and Japanese restaurant is easy to pass by, but if you’re craving great food or even stellar takeout, this is the place for you.

With a low-key atmosphere and diverse menu, it can be hard to nail down your order. We recommend starting with the shrimp shumai and summer rolls. Then, if you can’t decide which roll to choose, opt for the boat, which comes with the chef’s choice of rolls served alongside sashimi and miso soup.

While we love their sushi, there are a few other must-order dishes. Namely, their drunken noodles, which come in a savory, spicy sauce with your choice of chicken, beef, or tofu. They also offer a variety of vegetarian dishes, so no one in your group has to miss out on all the fun!
 

5. Sunset Grille & Raw Bar

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• Price: $$
• Address: 7 Knights Key Blvd, Marathon, FL
• Website: sunsetgrille7milebridge.com
• What to order: 7 Mile Roll

Located at the foot of the historic Seven Mile Bridge, Sunset Grille is the self-proclaimed home of “Sunday Funday” in the Keys. They have the longest-running beach and pool party, with live DJs bumping tunes over their oceanfront deck and pool (yes, they have their own pool) all day every Sunday. As if it couldn’t get any better, they also have a killer seafood menu.

Sunset Grille is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers happy hour every day from 3 to 5 p.m. Its menu features creative dishes like chimichurri fries and prosciutto-wrapped sea bass alongside fresh-off-the-dock fish like grouper, yellowtail, and even dolphin.

Their sushi menu is equally as captivating, with fresh and local flavors, creative sauces, poke bowls, and sashimi platters.
 

6. Island Fish Company

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• Price: $$
• Address: 12648 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL
• Website: islandfishco.com
• What to order: Shrimp ceviche

Located at Mile Marker 54, the Island Fish Company is a waterside tiki bar specializing in good drinks, good vibes, and better-than-good seafood.

While the raw fish offerings may be short and sweet, what they do have on their menu is top-notch. From oysters on the half shell to tuna tataki and shrimp ceviche, their raw seafood bar promises to be the freshest in the Keys.

When you visit, make sure to grab a drink from their full bar (we recommend the Goombay Smash) and pull up a seat at the longest tiki bar in the Keys. Don’t be surprised if you see a few manatees swimming by!
 

Savor the Catch of the Day in Marathon

After you’ve worked up an appetite parasailing along Marathon’s shores or snorkeling at Sombrero Beach, odds are you’re probably ready for a few sushi rolls. When you stay at Marathon, you’ll have your choice of the best sushi in the Keys.

Whether you’re looking to sip on a beer and dive into some tuna nachos, have a fancy date night, or indulge in a sashimi tray poolside, consider booking your stay at one of our many vacation rentals. It’s the best decision you’ll make all year!