Cuban sandwiches are a defining food, especially in South Florida, built with pork, ham, cheese, pickles, and mustard. Key lime pie anchors the dessert side, with a tart, citrus-driven profile tied to the Keys. Seafood is central, with grouper sandwiches, stone crab, and shrimp appearing across coastal regions. In North Florida, Southern staples like fried chicken and barbecue are more common, creating a split between tropical and traditional influences.
