Morning Coffee & Breakfast in Cedar Key

The Prickly Palm: Operating as a lively food truck setup, this favorite serves up specialty lattes, fresh fruit smoothies, açaí bowls, and breakfast sandwiches. The outdoor seating area offers a nice spot to sit and relax under the canopy and the firepit adds a nice touch in the winter.

1842 Daily Grind & Mercantile: Located right near the corner of 2nd Street and SR 24, stop by for fresh, locally roasted coffee, espresso drinks, breakfast items, and lunch sandwiches. Bonus: They also sell local beef from Quincey Cattle Company.

Cedar Key Island Bakery Perfect for early risers looking for fresh donuts, muffins, and baked goods along 2nd Street. (For a deeper look into the story behind the bakery, read their feature on ILoveCedarKey.com.)

Waterview Restaurants in Cedar Key

The Tipsy Cow Bar & Grill Overlooking the Gulf on Dock Street, this upper-deck spot is the go-to for hearty burgers, cold drinks, and scenic water views. Bonus: Catch football games on the TV and they usually have live music on the weekends.

Sip & Sea: Located along Dock Street, serving up charcuterie, lite bites, and dips. Wine, beer, and hard seltzers. Bonus: The comfy couch and chairs are a great spot to catch up with friends while enjoying the A/C and views.

Liam & Madi’s: A relaxed, pet-friendly spot on Dock Street known for frozen drinks, craft beer, wine, live music, and laid-back waterfront views. (They do not serve food. Located under Tipsy Cow.) Bonus: Play darts, sit on the wrap-around-deck. They often have live music, trivia or karaoke.

Dock St Dips: Located along Dock Street, serving up hand-dipped ice cream, sweet treats, milkshakes, and refreshing cold desserts for a quick stroll along the water.

Jaybird’s Chicken: Serving up crispy fried chicken tenders, chicken sandwiches & tacos, sides, and house-made dipping sauces right in the heart of Dock Street. Bonus: The owner is Chef Jordan from 83 West and he is cooking up delicious food here while 83 West is rebuilding.

Low Key Hideaway & Tiki Bar: An adults-only (21+) waterfront tiki spot on SR 24 known for sunset views, rotating food trucks, craft drinks, and live weekend music. Bonus: They also have waterfront RV spots available for rent on the property.

Casual Dining & Drinks in Cedar Key

Island Hotel Restaurant & Neptune Bar: Step inside one of the most historic landmarks in Florida for fine dining, local clam pasta, fresh seafood, and crafted cocktails in an elegant atmosphere. Bonus: This is one of the oldest buildings in Cedar Key and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

FishBonz on Third: A cozy counter-service sandwich spot in town known for freshly made-to-order Cubans, cheesesteaks, hot deli sandwiches, and friendly service. Now serving breakfast. Bonus: Your likely to chat with many locals as this is a favorite lunch spot for those that work on the island.

Cedar Key Pizza & Subs: Located on 2nd Street, offering sit-down dining and easy takeaway for pizzas, calzones, subs, and garlic knots. (Pickup is located on the opposite side of the building.) Bonus: They deliver to your home, rental, and to most bars.

Steamers Clam Bar & Grill / 2nd Street Cafe: Sharing space on 2nd Street while the new Steamers is being built, this local staple is famous for its bowls of local Cedar Key clams steamed in garlic and white wine, seafood platters, and pasta. Bonus: The portions are huge and you’ll have enough to enjoy later.

Bonish Studio Thirst Emporium: Located right on 2nd Street, this unique, eclectic watering hole doubles as an art and photography studio—offering cold beer, wine, craft drinks, and a relaxed, art-filled atmosphere in downtown Cedar Key. (Bar only, no food) Bonus: If you’re a bourbon lover, you are in for a treat. They have an extensive collection and host tastings periodically.