Food & Drink
Explore and enjoy the best food and drinks on and around 30A.
| George`s is an upscale, casual restaurant bringing regional coastal flair infused with global flavors to the quaint town of Alys Beach, Florida. Dishes are crafted using locally sourced, organic produce and the freshest seafood available. George`s also features a thoughtfully curated wine list and decadent desserts. Set in a beach cottage with lots of outside dining options, the recently renovated space is simultaneously airy and cozy with a relaxed, intimate atmosphere. |
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Alys Beach |
| Italian for “friends” and fondly known as amici 30A, the Italian Kitchen will specialize in authentic Neapolitan pizza pies made in an innovative Marsal Pizza Oven known for its crispier, brick-oven styled crust. All made with the best in locally-sourced ingredients, this eclectic family-friendly concept will serve everything from belly satisfying pastas and entrees perfect for one to delicious Italian small plates that can be shared. Cocktail selections including vintage wines sold by the glass, a full bar, and a premium selection of domestic and imported beers complement the restaurant's signature dishes, like Neapolitan Beach Pizza Pie, fresh pastas, and their monthly local farmer highlighted dishes. |
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30Avenue Inlet Beach |
| Indulge in a romantic night of wining and dining at Edward`s Fine Food and Wine in Rosemary Beach for an intimate night out in South Walton.
The menu features the freshest ingredients possible, including local seafood and produce, and embraces the restaurant`s Southern influence. The food is matched by an illustrious wine menu. With over 100 wines to choose from.
Edward`s specializes in having exclusive wines artfully paired with each dish. During the creation process for their seasonal menus, the chef and sommelier sit down to decide which wines go with which dishes so you can sip unique flavor combinations you may not experience elsewhere. |
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Rosemary Beach |
| Rise and grind! Start your day off bright and right with a hearty breakfast in a vibrant atmosphere in SoWal. Grits & Grind serves breakfast every morning on the west end of its sister restaurant, La Cocina. Enjoy the most important meal of the day in a festive atmosphere or out on the patio where you can soak up some sunshine. |
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Rosemary Beach |
| Havana Beach Bar & Grill is inspired by Hemingway`s Cuba with all the nuances of living, eating and drinking well. Located at The Pearl Hotel in Rosemary Beach, Havana is a AAA Four Diamond and Florida Trend Golden Spoon Award winner.
The menu pays homage to Old World Spanish, Portuguese and French influences. And like any restaurant worth its salt, Havana sources meats, fish and produce from small-producers on the Gulf Coast. |
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Rosemary Beach |
| Latin and local cuisine join hands at La Cocina, one of South Walton`s favorite Mexican restaurants with a coastal twist. Fresh, specialty dishes meet casual fun with family and friends in this can`t miss dining spot right by the beach.
Locally caught seafood, grass-fed beef, and produce sourced from local farmers make up La Cocina`s light, fresh flavor that`s not your typical Mexican cuisine. The Latin-inspired menu beautifully complements the restaurant`s upscale casual decor. |
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Seacrest Beach |
| Experience the taste and feel of Barcelona right here in SoWal at La Crema Tapas & Chocolate. This perfect dinner spot is tucked off of Main Street in a courtyard you`ll find by strolling along Rosemary Beach`s scenic cobblestone sidewalks.
La Crema captures the flavor and feel of a Spanish cafe with delicious tapas, chocolate, and drinks. And, with just the right mix of sun and shade, it`s got the ambiance to match. From the location to the menu, everything about La Crema is designed to give you a night or afternoon of Spanish city life.
Grab some friends and a table outside. Then, choose from a selection of fine Spanish wines, craft beers, coffee drinks, or sipping chocolates. Once the drinks are flowing and it`s time to order your meal, don`t hold back! Tapas come in snack-sized portions, so you can order a bunch of plates for the table and pass them around family-style. |
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Rosemary Beach |
| Pescado Seafood Bar & Grill is a rooftop restaurant overlooking the Gulf of Mexico in Rosemary Beach. The chic eatery provides exceptional service and delectable cuisine - casual fine dining for magical evening.
With a creative menu produced from fresh ingredients, you will find a new seasonal favorite with each visit. Inspiration for the menu comes from the simplicity and the purity of the product. The menu is ever changing and based on what Partner Chef Ken Duenas is connecting with - and what fresh ingredients he can get that day. There`s nothing he can`t do in the kitchen. |
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Rosemary Beach |
| Restaurant Paradis is an intimate fine dining restaurant nestled in the beautiful coastal town of Rosemary Beach. Whether you`re strolling by in your flip flops and shorts or dressed up for a night out on the town, the friendly staff at Paradis will welcome you with smiling faces.
Grab an intimate corner in the dining room, enjoy the salty breeze on the patio complete with cobblestone walkways, gas lanterns and fragrant rosemary bushes, or meet up with friends in the lounge for cocktails and conversation.
The menu at Paradis champions fresh seasonal ingredients that celebrate local produce and fresh Gulf seafood, along with prime steaks and fine wines. Starters include classics like Diver Scallops and Tuna Tartare. Entrees showcase Grouper and Snapper dishes from the abundant local fishery, as well as prime steaks cooked to perfection. Dessert is a treat, featuring house made gelatos and sorbets |
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Rosemary Beach |
| Shades Bar & Grill has been a South Walton family tradition since 1994. Sideways ponytails may be out of style, but we still love the clean family-friendly bar and grill that is famous for wings, classic spirits, and a charming staff.
The restaurant is open for lunch, dinner and late night and all are welcome. The eclectic menu features kid`s selections, Angus burgers, fresh Grouper tacos, an entire flatbread menu, and wings any way you like `em. Salads come with your choice of proteins, or not, and Asian lettuce wraps are fun for the table to share. Chicken and Andouille Gumbo done the right way is a standout. Shade`s truly has something for everyone, no matter what you`re craving. |
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Inlet Beach |
| Shaka Sushi and Noodle Bar in Inlet Beach is a place to hang loose and be welcomed with positive vibes. Chef James Sargent, Chef Ken Duenas and Shaka`s culinary team, have created a menu that boasts righteous sushi rolls, ramen, small plates, and bento box entrees, and of course sake`, wine and beer. The interior boasts a very clean and natural design with beautiful earthy elements - simple and beautiful, just like the sushi rolls that are created there.
Enjoy fresh rolls like the Bonsai with eel, avocado and Asian aioli topped with fresh salmon and a soy reduction. (Don`t underestimate this one`s simple stature - it`s big on flavor.) The North Shore is a crowd pleaser with shrimp, cream cheese and tempura inside - tuna, avocado and krab salad on top. Shaka`s most popular roll, The Pipeline, features tuna, Asian aioli, green onions and crunchy tempura, topped with more tender tuna, avocado, sambal and a soy reduction. Simply perfect. |
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Inlet Beach |
| Southside Slice is a family-friendly pizza joint serving up New York style pies with casual beach vibes in the heart of Rosemary Beach.
The local restaurant features specialty pizzas made to order whole or by the slice. High quality toppings and homemade sauce are the hallmark of the perfect pizza. The chefs went through countless recipes to make their house red sauce using only fresh ingredients. What culminated is a labor of love that is made from scratch daily and showcasing unique ingredients, like black garlic and fresh picked thyme. |
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Rosemary Beach |
| Sit on the dock of The Bay and waste some time. Situated on the shore of the Choctawhatchee Bay at the foot of the 331 bridge, The Bay embodies life on the water in SoWal.
Created by Chef Jim Shirley, the restaurant opened in April 2014 to rave reviews and has since become a local mainstay. Arrive by car, paddleboard or boat to satisfy your cravings, play cornhole, or relax by the fire with a cold beer.
The menu at The Bay is inspired by Southern Gulf Coast cuisine, with a little Asian flair. It`s a place where you can get everything from a Seafood platter and Chef`s signature Faux Ya Ya Grits, to Shrimp Lettuce Wraps and Sushi...l from the same menu. |
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Santa Rosa Beach |
| The Meltdown on 30A is a gourmet grilled cheese food truck located on Seaside`s iconic Airstream Row. Whether you`re craving a classic American grilled cheese and roasted tomato soup, or brie and bacon on cranberry walnut bread, you gotta have grilled cheese.
From its vintage Airstream, the Meltdown`s gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches are made with homemade, locally sourced ingredients. Children`s menus, beverages, and soups along with beer and wine make for the perfect picnic to take to the beach or Seaside amphitheater. |
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Seaside |
| North Beach Tortilla Co. is a taco and tequila bar situated on the Choctawhatchee Bay in South Walton. The menu fuses Spanish, Southwestern, and Florida cuisines with a strong emphasis on fresh and authentic foods. ?South Walton`s newest waterfront restaurant and bar is a place where Tacos Grow On Trees and Tequila Always Wins.
Spoken like somebody that`s enjoyed a few good margaritas.
NBTC features over 100 Tequilas to choose from, though we don`t recommend trying them all at once. The bar features drink specials all day every day, and they add more during happy hour daily from 4-6. The drink menu makes good use of all the tequila on hand, and draft beer, wine and a full bar are available if you can`t handle your tequila.
The bayfront restaurant has a large covered deck with outdoor seating along with a wrap around bar, the perfect place to relax with NBTC margaritas while the kids play on the beach. You might even spot a few dolphins chasing fish for dinner if you`re lucky.
Dine in a casual indoor or outdoor space with beautiful views from every spot. The menu ranges from street corn and tacos to fajitas, steaks, grouper, and tamales - a Southwestern feast with a fascinating combination of tastes and cultures. |
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Santa Rosa Beach |
| Chef Jim Shirley`s newest restaurant serves a fusion of superfoods, bowls, small plates and fresh flavors for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. A casual place to gather with friends and indulge in soul satisfying, organic food with an extensive wine menu on Central Square in Seaside, Florida.
Ji-Shi Ki-chn brings the food and chefs front and center with kitchen-counter seating for a fantastic spot to watch people and plates come and go. Sit at the bar or table inside or gather on the outdoor patio under the trees.
Ji-Shi Ki-chn creates exotic foods and small plates offering fresh goodness from acai bowls or golden milk oatmeal topped with mulberries to fresh sushi and poke, all prepared right before your eyes. Sushi rolls are gluten free served with gluten free soy sauce and sushi rice seasoning. |
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Seaside |
| Great Southern Cafe features new fashioned southern cuisine in the heart of Seaside. Chef Jim Shirley opened the restaurant in 2006 in a perfect spot on the Square, where he brings his life experiences to the table with great southern food.
The casual restaurant fuses Southern cooking with flavors from around the world using local produce from nearby farms and fresh seafood from the Gulf of Mexico. Great Southern Cafe is a place for seafood, steaks, veggies, handmade burgers, hearty Southern breakfast, and cold drinks on the porch. |
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Seaside |
| ?Grayton Beer Brewpub is a fully operational brewery, restaurant, and bar in the heart of Grayton Beach. The pub offers a delicious menu with sharable plates and a lively, family friendly vibe. With ample space - including a lush view of oaks and Scenic 30A from their outdoor seating area - three bars, and live music - Grayton Beer Brewpub has all the ingredients to be the perfect dining destination for locals and visitors.
In addition to the 15+ styles of beer, Grayton Beer Brewpub offers a varied food menu designed to highlight the freshest ingredients, 4-handle beer engine which pumps beer from casks within the Pub`s cellar, crowler fills, along with wine and craft cocktails.
For starters, fresh cut French fries and smoked wings pair well with the clean classic Staff Pale Ale. You can`t go wrong with a Classic BLT, with thick crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on white toasted bread. It`s the simple things. Bourbon Half Roasted Chicken, marinated and slow smoked, is a thing of perfection. And the Seafood Flight with fried fresh catch, shrimp and oysters ground you in the beach life. |
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Grayton Beach |
| Farm & Fire Southern Pizzeria blends elements from The Fire (Coal Ovens), Market (Salads, Charcuterie, Desserts), and Speakeasy (Bar) into a seamless dining experience with a family-style approach accommodating all party sizes. Located at the foot of the Hwy 331 Bridge, this waterfront dining restaurant has a spectacular view of the Choctawhatchee Bay from both the dining room and intimate, cozy speakeasy-style bar.
Farm & Fire proves that the good stuff is all in the details. This southern pizzeria locally sources as much of their menu as possible, working with farmers, fisherman, and artisans to keep the menu true to name and to offer seasonally inspired selections year round.
Satisfy your pizza cravings with one of their fabulous red or white pizza offerings. Gluten-friendly crust available. House-made meatballs, roasted cauliflower & brussels, cheese & charcuterie, fresh green salads, and main dishes that include whole fish, steak, or free-range chicken round out a menu that is complemented by a carefully curated list of handcrafted cocktails, wine and craft beer.
The atmosphere is warm and comfortable yet enticing with a touch of steampunk. A combination that welcomes the whole family, an intimate date night, or a cocktail gathering over a friendly game of shuffleboard. |
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Santa Rosa Beach |
| Caliza Restaurant at Alys Beach focuses on Contemporary American cuisine served al fresco. The unique open-air restaurant features happy hour, a full bar, and an incomparable dinner menu. Retreat to Caliza after a day at the beach for quality food and drink, and polished, friendly service. The restaurant overlooks a gorgeous infinity pool, where softly lit candles and cool coastal breezes create a chic and relaxed atmosphere.
The restaurant`s seasonal menu items are inspired from around the world with a mix of fresh local seafood, grilled steaks, pasta, soups, and a variety of salads. Dishes are authentic yet creative, sourcing local, sustainable, natural, and organic ingredients when available. Expect an equal mix of healthy and indulgent sharable plates presented simply with bright, bold flavors.
Caliza`s open-air bar is the perfect spot for happy hour, offering craft cocktails designed for poolside sipping and a thoughtfully curated list of craft beers and wines by-the-glass. Small plates like whipped feta with local Honey, marcona almonds and naan bread are on special during Happy Hour, along with specials on wine and beer. Happy Hour is served at the bar Tuesday - Saturday from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.. |
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Alys Beach |
| Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, Bud and Alley`s has been a Seaside icon since 1986. Expect good food, good people, and good times. Bud and Alley`s is a pioneer of the farm-to-table movement. The award-winning menu features Gulf Coast classics paired with Southern-style cuisine. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks are served daily in gracious indoor and outdoor dining areas and on the roof terrace with views of the dunes and Gulf.
With a beautiful view and a breakfast menu inspired by culinary traditions from around the world, you`d be hard pressed to find a more perfect way to start your day. Lunch is casual and features small plates, salads, sandwiches, and entrees like the catch of the day with Southern succotash. The celebration extends from happy hour to the dinner menu with a nod to fine dining. Entrees include favorites such as airline chicken, prime steaks, and pasta dishes, with an extensive wine list to enjoy. |
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Seaside |
| The restaurant and bar - with 40-feet of panoramic Gulf views - is named after the hard-to-find "shunk gulley" reef in the Gulf of Mexico. In fact, the intersection of County Road 393 and Scenic Highway 30-A once served as a point of navigation for boaters along the coast. Fishermen would launch straight out from what is now known as Ed Walline Beach Access to head out to the reef. Rumor has it that this secretive reef was one of the top fishing locations in the region. |
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Gulf Place |
| 30A Burger is a fast casual restaurant offering burgers, chicken, shakes, local beers, wines and more for delivery, carryout or dine-in. Order online, skip the line, get the free app. Open 11-9 daily for lunch and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating. |
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30Avenue Inlet Beach |
| Amavida Coffee in Rosemary Beach is a local family-owned business, with its own roasting facility just a few miles away. There’s another location down the road in Seaside. A perfect spot for that morning (or afternoon or evening) cup of Joe. They’ve even got Wi-Fi, if you must. |
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Rosemary Beach |
| Step-up to Barefoot BBQ`s dual Airstream trailers and grab some scrumptious ribs or a generous pulled-pork plate. Murphy (the owner) learned his slow-cooking techniques in St. Thomas. Picnic on Seaside`s lush lawn or hop across 30A to enjoy some beachy BBQ. Barefoot BBQ is consistently voted one of 30A`s Hot Spots for BBQ. |
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Seaside |
| Drive, peddle or stroll through Alys Beach, and you might spot Charlie`s Donut Truck parked on the north side of Scenic Highway 30A (just next to Alys Beach`s amphitheatre). Charlie sells fresh donuts and pastries delivered daily from his baker... until they run out, which is usually very, very quickly. |
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Alys Beach |
| Nikki and her cowgirls sure know how to please the palette. Saddle-up for a sidewalk breakfast, lunch or dinner here in Rosemary Beach (and/or a beer or Peach Bellini). There`s also a Cowgirl Kitchen Market in Seagrove, which serves a similar menu, but also a small specialty market. |
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Rosemary Beach |
| Hidden away on the beach behind High Pointe Resort in Seacrest, it`s perfectly fine to walk right up to Crabby Steve`s and enjoy delicious food, cocktails (they have a full bar) and the spectacular Gulf view. Please walk up from the beach side though, and not through High Pointe Resort. |
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Seacrest Beach |
| Cuvee 30A brings everything the Emerald Coast loves about celebrity Chef Tim Creehan`s wildly popular cuisine to South Walton`s gorgeous 30Avenue development. Savor Tim`s award winning signature dishes such as Amy Grant`s Seared Tuna Rare and Vince Gill`s Pecan Crusted Grouper in a stunning venue conveniently situated at the junction of 30A and Highway 98. As seen on "Emeril`s Florida", the DiRoNA awarded Cuvee 30A also features Happy Hour, live music by Beachcomber Music Award winner Space Junkie, and a world class wine list bestowed with 30A`s ONLY Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence. |
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30Avenue Inlet Beach |
| Freshii is a casual, healthy restaurant serving fresh food for people on the go.
With a diverse and completely customizable menu of breakfast, soups, salads, wraps, bowls, burritos, frozen yogurt, juices and smoothies served in an eco-friendly environment, Freshii caters to every dietary preference and type of taste buds. |
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30Avenue Inlet Beach |
| Marble Slab Creamery`s ice cream is made fresh right in the back of the store. Choose your own mix-ins and they`ll slap them down on a marble slab right at the counter and mix them in for you. The store is located in the new 30A Avenue shopping center in Inlet Beach. |
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30Avenue Inlet Beach |
| Named after the favorite pet terrier of Town Founder Alys Stephens, Piper`s Kitchen is located on the south side of scenic Highway 30A across from the Alys Beach Amphitheatre, next to the Alys Beach Bike Shop. Piper`s is open daily serving Breakfast Sandwiches and tacos, as well as a wide variety of refreshing non-alcoholic beverages, beer, and wine. |
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Alys Beach |
| More than a neighborhood convenience store, Seacrest Sundries also serves breakfast and coffee, as well as made-to-order sandwiches and burgers at lunch. Seacrest Sundries also has a nice lounge area with couches, TVs and free Wi-Fi. |
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Seacrest Beach |
| The Smallcakes concept store bakes 18 flavors of cupcakes fresh from scratch daily and churns out 15 flavors of small batch ice cream, setting the model for franchises across the business.
The critically-acclaimed tastemakers will be offering the world`s finest cupcake and ice cream experience, in addition to rolling out fresh concepts, to over 170 franchise locations across the globe. The Seacrest Beach headquarters will serve as the corporate test kitchen and training facility for the entire franchise, renowned for using creative flavors, quality ingredients, and friendly service to make treats families love. |
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Seacrest Beach |
| Wild Olives Bistro offers both lunch and dinner, and they`ve also been voted "the best little wine shop on 30A." Apart from their hand-picked selection of vino, the market also offers gourmet cheeses and foods that pair well with wine. They host a wine tasting every Friday from 4:00 - 6:00 PM, accompanied by live music. Wild Olives is a perfect spot to grab an outdoor table and watch as the families stroll through Rosemary Beach`s magical main square. |
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Rosemary Beach |
| The restaurant boasts 2 levels of inside dining space, but the crowning achievement is the outdoor deck complete with a boardwalk that extends all the way to the shores of the white sandy beach. Come enjoy yourself on the outdoor deck, local seafood specialties, live entertainment and frosty drinks all with the Florida sun a breathtaking view of the "World`s Most Beautiful Beaches". All while you sit back, relax and enjoy. |
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Panama City Beach |
