22 Best Seafood Restaurants in Santa Rosa Beach

“As a local, Cafe 30A is in my top 2 best restaurants on 30A! I have never been disappointed in the food, service or atmosphere. It’s our go to for a special occasion evening. It has a beautiful setting and my husband always says “this is the best dinner I’ve ever had… no matter what I choose from the menu! ”. Do yourself a favor and dine in. It’s a special experience!“

“Everybody's fade was delicious had a party of 16 or 17 staff was very attentive no one had to wait for a drink or a meal or a dessert. The very nice restaurant not white tablecloth atmosphere is good I could typical seafood restaurant at the coast.“

“My wife and I travel from Kansas City every few years to the 30A area. This is a must stop for us! The food is incredible! The service is outstanding! The atmosphere is perfection! Special shoutout to the hostess Kinley who made it extra special for us! Really appreciate how professional the staff is. Who will go out of their way to make it a special experience for you. One of my all-time favorite restaurants. Thank you as always!“

“We were really glad to find this restaurant on this trip to Sandestin. The shrimp and crab boils were excellent, and the burgers were made perfectly to order! Try the sweet potato tots! Service was fast and friendly and out waitress Haylee went above and beyond for us. Don't let the strip center bar appearance throw you, serious good time here!“

“Cute local vibe and casual environment. The drinks were so good! We ordered a Millie mama, zombie, and a painkiller and they were all yummy and good quantity! Had the fish fried with mashed potatoes and capers, and had the oysters! Nothing missed! Definitely would come back.“

“We went the second week of May around 6:00 and we waited for 1 hour 15 minutes for a table. Parking is really bad, expect to walk a considerable distance to get to the restaurant. Atmosphere once seated was great - our server was fantastic - and the shrimp baskets we got were excellent. A good amount of food for the money.“

“Wonderful atmosphere!! The owners and staff are all so amazing!! I had the fish and chips which were phenomenal!! They did karaoke at the outside seating and it was such a good time and it was super fun!! 10/10 recommend, Goatfeathers is the way to go!!“

“YASS!!! We finally found a great restaurant in the area! We were first attracted by the patio that we saw from the road and decided to try it after reading the reviews - CHEF’S KISS ?! Not only a beautiful and original looking patio but good quality and well executed food AND our server Vesko was amazing. He was so friendly and made sure everything was perfect. I definitely recommend!“

“I can’t get over the unbelievable service I experienced at Grayton Seafood. From the moment we arrived to when we walked out the door it was truly an experience unlike any other. It was also the best seafood we had all week hands down.These people are doing it right and we will definitely be back.“

“It was really good. Our server Christopher was great. The myer lemon butter oysters were really good. I got the sweat tea fried chicken strips with the duck fat fries and they were great! The fries were not as crispy as I normally like them but they were still really good.“

“The food quality at Roux30A is nothing short of exceptional. Each dish is a work of art, meticulously crafted to tantalize the taste buds and delight the senses. From the first bite to the last, every flavor is thoughtfully balanced, showcasing the chef's mastery of culinary techniques and a deep understanding of flavor profiles.But it's not just the food that shines at Roux30A; it's the entire experience. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with soft lighting and tasteful decor creating an atmosphere of relaxed sophistication.Adding to the charm is the knowledgeable wait staff, who are more than just servers—they're passionate ambassadors of the cuisine and culture. Their genuine enthusiasm and expertise elevate the dining experience, offering insightful recommendations and ensuring that every guest feels welcome and well cared for.From the impeccable food quality to the inviting atmosphere and attentive service, Roux30a truly delivered an unforgettable dining experience.“

“If the amazing comfort food wasnt enuff to make me feel better while being sick, Taylor’s warm welcoming and kind personality is. Amazing menu crafted by one of the best chefs in the area. Staffed by people who exceed in hospitality and have created a warm welcoming spot for any meal.“

“This would have been a 5 star had it not been for the very slow service. I don’t blame our server for this but rather short staffing. All that being said, the food and atmosphere more then made up the difference. In a nice shopping area in Grayton Beach, the restaurant has a great bar and fantastic outdoor area. All the food our party ordered was excellent. My favorite was the seafood enchiladas.“

“The Cioppino was spectacular! Large sized scallops and jumbo shrimps. Wow! Tomato based broth was so comforting. Kim the owner was kind and welcoming. This is a small restaurant. I was half way sitting in the kitchen it felt like but it was so inviting I didn't mine since I was there alone. Definitely would recommend getting a reservation for more than 3 guest. The restaurant got crowded quick. No paper menu--Kim comes to your table and tells you what's on the menu for the night. You can tell she loves her job and does a wonderful job at it!“

“Very much enjoyed our hours spent here last Saturday. Thank you to the groups who provided the paddle boards. Thank you to the local Parkinson's group for organizing this great event.Enjoyed healthy, tasty food and an enjoyable Bloody Mary!The music was good as regards the songs chosen but, as so often the case, far too loud. People were trying to talk, I was trying to listen and learn, this was rendered almost impossible half way through lunch.“

“Always a superlative experience. We love the Dancing Fish, but every dish is prepared with care. Intimate atmosphere makes you feel that you’re at a friend’s.Parking: Plenty of free parking… unlike Seaside, where it cost us $20 plus the cost of dinner“

“We love this place. We go for lunch and dinner every July and october. Awesome place to just hang out and eat and have a few drinks. We ate there 5 times while on a 7 day vacation. We will be there in late July and will visit again. Shrimp and grits are amazing“

“I've been to both Panama City Beach & Destins locations and enjoyed both. I've had to wait for a table at one, and seated instantly at the other. The time of year does make a difference, but it's well worth the wait. From the drinks to the main entree, the service was excellent. They were very polite and accommodating.“

“Charming atmosphere, friendly people, and delicious food! We had the grouper platter, one with blackened and one fried, with mac & cheese, fries, and hush puppies. Everything was well seasoned and perfectly cooked. Highly recommend!Parking: Parking is valet, only, but we had our car back quickly.“

“We heard really good things about this place. It was recommended by friends.Our server was very attentive at all times. A job well done and tipped accordingly.I had some pretty simple fare (shrimp po-boy). It was flavorful, courtesy of the corn tarter sauce they offered. Fries were typical of most places. Interesting to me was that they offered fried green tomatoes as a side dish. I couldn't pass that up as I am a sucker for good fried green tomatoes. They were delicious. Very simple preparation and served with a remoulade. The tomato thickness was perfect for the breading it had.My wife had the shrimp and grits. They looked really good and she did enjoy them.They had other things that looked great on the menu that would be worth trying. All in, we had a great experience in a very nice quaint small town setting.Parking: Free street parking is taken pretty quickly. Paid parking is the way to go. $7/ hr.System uses a QR code to pay and register your vehicle of sorts.“

“We stumbled upon the new “Boardwalk Bar” addition on the back side of the Shrimp Shack while out searching for dinner and drinks one evening and were pleasantly surprised by the delicious food (the Lobster roll, Mac-n-cheese and Royal Red Shrimp were excellent) and drinks. The location and atmosphere are great as well (you have Gulf views) but what really makes the place is the friendly staff, from the bartenders (Lily, Taylor, Lauren, Justin, Joey, Batia and Alli to name a few) to the managers (Kevin and Baron). Super friendly and accommodating folks who really take care of you ! It’ll be one of our “go to” places when making future trips down to Seaside. Simply put, a great place …..great atmosphere/food….. but even better people !!“

“I just feel like it’s not worth the price point. The beach club is not exclusive to only resort members. The lazy River is not on resort property, you have to drive there. It’s just not the resort experience I was looking for. No towels down at the beach. Our room didn’t get cleaned the second day. Turndown service just never showed up when we told the day cleaning that we’d wait for turndown. She made a note and we made sure to be out of the room and got skipped entirely. We couldn’t figure out how to get to the beach club from our floor without walking around the entire resort from outside the front doors and the beach club kids working there were no help. Beautiful location and beautiful ocean but I was looking for more of a resort experience as it seemed to be advertised on the website than what we actually experienced. I feel like it was more just room and board with access to seaside.“