47 Best American Restaurants near Alys Beach

“Hands down the best oysters I’ve ever had. They were incredibly fresh and shucked right in front of us, which made the experience even better. The mignonette flavors were spot on and were bright, balanced, and a perfect match for the oysters. There was a great variety to choose from, and the happy hour pricing made it an unbeatable deal. We walked in on a Friday afternoon with no wait. Absolute gem!“

“I’m just in love with the best burger ☺️“

“Food was delicious and great service“

“Had a birthday dinner for my wife here last weekend for a party of about 8 and the service was fantastic and the food delivered! Highly recommend!“

“Absolutely amazing! 10 ⭐️!!! I’ve never had a food that has been stuck in my mind before. The Shrimp Tacos were the best I’ve ever had in my life. I’m from Matagorda Texas which is a coastal city. Needless to say I’ve had a ton of shrimp tacos in my life and these weren’t even close to being in the same sentence as the others. Above and beyond for sure. Definitely in a league of their own here in Florida. Not to mention the salad that came with it was no doubt the best salad I’ve ever had. The flavor combinations was unlike anything I’ve ever had. Not sure what the dressing was but it was absolutely to die for. These tacos and salad will be on my last meal death bed meal list. Keep up the good work. Did I mention. I’ve never written a review before and these tacos brought it out in me. Touché!!!“

“Great atmosphere and awesome service“

“It was our first time going, and we weren’t sure what to expect, but as we were pulling in the parking lot, a man rolled down his window and told us the food was awesome and to try the pork chops. We tried the simple starter. Bread, oil, and herbs. Simple but flavorful! Highly recommend I had the side summer salad and Krioyo pasta. The salad, no joke, was amazing. Full of color and flavor, might be the best salad I’ve ever eaten. The pasta was a generous serving, creamy and spicy with sausage and shrimp, full of flavor! My husband had the pork chops, cheese grits, and fries (I wish he got the collards instead of the fries, but it *was* his meal, so…). The cheese grits were a delicious surprise to me. So, so, so good. If we go back, I’m definitely ordering them (and the collards). The pork chops were, true to our parking lot critic’s word, awesome. I will definitely return. The atmosphere was laid back and wonderful, the food delicious, and the team members were fantastic. 10 out of 10 recommend! I’ve included pictures in the comments, because I love real life pics of food!“

“Food was pretty good, especially their breakfast sandwiches, but a little on the expensive side for what you’re getting. It’s inlet beach so whatdya expect. Not bad, but could improve the business with more courteous staff, and slightly lower prices. You price where you profit, so maybe I’m wrong it’s a good area so.“

“While On vaca in PCB we ate at Salty Sue’s the first day. Everything was good. We had blackened grouper which was cooked perfectly. Fish and chips, calamari, fried oysters, were all very good as well. Two of us went back our last night for the grouper again. This is the only place where you can get cobbler of the day as a side dish with a meal. My sides were steamed broccoli with butter and a tasty blackberry cobbler with vanilla ice cream. Well done Salty Sue’s! We will be back every time we r in PCB“

“My wife, mother-in-law, and I enjoyed a fantastic Mother’s Day brunch at Edward’s in Rosemary Beach. They’re typically only open for dinner, but we were fortunate to experience one of their special daytime brunches—and it was a standout from start to finish! Jimmy, the GM, welcomed us and had us seated quickly on their covered patio, which was perfect even with the steady rain. The chef created a beautiful brunch menu for the occasion, and our server, Kiyonta, was friendly, attentive, and full of great recommendations. We started with Deviled Eggs, the Seasonal Fruit Plate, and the Caesar Salad—each dish fresh, flavorful, and elegantly presented. For our entrées, we chose the Shrimp and Grits (incredible!), the Lox and Avocado, and Edward’s Omelet. Every bite was delicious, and the plating was as impressive as the flavors. We ended our meal with a trio of desserts: the housemade ice cream sandwich, crème brûlée, and key lime pie. Each one was delightful, but the ice cream sandwich may have stolen the show. Huge thanks to the Edward’s team for making our rainy Mother’s Day feel special and memorable. If you’re in Rosemary Beach, Edward’s MUST be on your list!“

“After staying in the WaterColor Community for 10+ years each summer, I have never experienced that type of disrespect. Worse customer service ever. I do not wish that type of behavior on my worse enemy. Never again.“

“Amazing food, service and atmosphere. We came with all of my family including children and we had an amazing time. Wonderful true gem in 30A with authentic food and amazing chef, sous chef and service.“

“Had a fantastic time! Good food, excellent live music and the staff was great!“

“Great pub with fun atmosphere and delicious food. Seafood and burgers were yum! David was our server. He had good recommendations, great attitude and fast service. I had the redfish with a Bloody Mary. Great lunch to end our vacation! We will definitely return.“

“This is one of the best places to eat. Their gluten free menu is hands down the best. They make donuts fresh from scratch. The food is unbelievable, fish and tuna are fabulous. Lobster tacos are a winner. The service is exceptional. I can not say enough good things about it. Must visit and eat.“

“Everything on the menu was amazing.They also sell great hats and tee shirts.If you ever go to SeasideFL this is the best restaurant there.100% would recommend.“

“Exceptional service and wonderful food!“

“One of the favorite restaurants in the 30A area. Not only is their food delicious, (their prosciutto flatbread is amazing) but their customer service from the owner, to the managers, to the servers is exceptional!“

“Amazing food as always. Christy was our server and she was very tentative and sweet. We look forward to returning very soon!!“

“One of the favorite restaurants in the 30A area. Not only is their food delicious, (their prosciutto flatbread is amazing) but their customer service from the owner, to the managers, to the servers is exceptional!“

“The food was great very well seasoned and absolutely delicious. We had amazing service everyone was so kind! Dan was our server and he was wonderful and great with our 3 kids“

“Best Grouper in all of 30a Fried and Blackened and the sides were great we ate there 5 times in the week we were there Definitely worth the wait and the Staff is super Cool A must try“

“Loved the food, service and ambiance. One of 30A’s best dining experiences.“

“Stopped in late on NYE and we were greeted by an incredibly friendly staff and crazy fast service. Best Waffle House experience we’ve ever had, and really one of the best customer service experiences we’ve ever had anywhere. All the staff were friendly, however Cam was our server and he was fantastic- born to be in the hospitality/customer service industry.“

“100% Kona coffee is LIFE!“

“The staff and food at wild olives is exceptional!! Great bartenders, and amazing management staff!“

“We got married and had dinner afterwards at Paridis and Mike the general manager treated us like family, Launa was our server and she went above and beyond for us, took our pictures kept our glasses full and smiles on our faces. The night was magical and couldn't have been better. We had the triple tail lobster 10/10 , beef & blue cheese tortellini 10/10, tuna tartare my wife loved it, for our entree she had the cast iron filet and it had THE BEST crust on a steak we've ever had, I had the rack of elk and it was my first time ever having it and would HIGHLY recommend it one of the best dinners we've had. 10/10 would recommend eating here if you have the opportunity 🥂“

“When relaxing on the beach it’s so nice to have this place close by! The fries were absolutely amazing and the burger is just what I needed after being in the water all day. The buffalo chicken wrap was really good too :) took this great pic with my burger when I got it, I couldn’t resist!“

“this is one of the best wine shops I have been to. I was looking for a special wine and I asked if they would get it. With in a week they called and told me to come get it. There prices are amazing also“

“We went here last night 6.19.25 & Paris was our waitress and she went above and beyond. This place was packed from the moment it opened, we were her first night table of 12& she instantly had a bigger table of 15 and she handled both with grace and the most professionalism! We will 100% be back because of the food and Paris! Also, the food was so amazing. Great portion sizes! Outside there is a pool full of alligators that you can look at while you wait!“

“Today was our first visit to Shades Bar & Grill. We were there for lunch & the food & service (our server was Sarah) could not have been better. We ordered the chicken & sausage gumbo, Philly cheesesteak & the chicken jalapeño ranch wrap. Our sides were onion rings & sweet potato fries, however we had a hard time making a selection because of the many great food options to choose from. All the food was delicious & Sarah was a top notch server who was friendly, prompt & efficient. Definitely recommend & will visit Shades again when back in the area.“

“Our first trip to Pescado was an unforgettable one! We had reservations and when we got there the hostess informed us that there was a seat outside if we wanted it. Little did we know, it was one of the best tables in the house! Our server was Hannah, and she was incredible! Her in depth of knowledge of the menu, and her ability to communicate it was impressive. Even more so, she wasn’t trying to “sell us” on anything. She answered our questions directly with granular details that enabled us to not only make a decision but to have the utmost confidence in what we were ordering. And SHE DIDN’T MISS! Everything we ordered was superb. We were able to have a nice experience on our “parents night out” without being rushed. So often restaurants along 30A are trying to get you in and out as quickly as possible and that was simply not the case. Lastly, compliments to the chef and kitchen staff. Everything that we ordered was excellent. We’ve lived all over the country, from LA to Miami, and had the opportunities to eat at several high end restaurants (including many with Michelin stars) and Pescado absolutely competed with many of those. We’ve eaten at numerous places along 30A as we have been vacationing here for 11yrs and I can tell you with 100% confidence we will be back at Pescado next summer! Hoping we can snag Hannah and an outdoor seat once again! Thank you for an incredible meal, experience, and a memorable night for the (4) of us getting a rare “night out” away from the kids.“

“We traveled to the beach for Spring Break with a group of teenage boys. They spent an evening here watching college basketball and had a great time! Thank you for being a family-friendly place that I felt comfortable letting them go. ☀️🌴“

“Walked in a was immediately greeted by Mr. G! He was awesome! He talked to our toddler and played frozen songs for her. Then gave her a hat and took a family photo for us. The food was fantastic and was placed in front of us within 5-6 minutes. He was so incredibly kind. Will try and come back on our next trip here.“

“The best coffee in Seaside! Amavida Coffee have been generous supporters of our local educational outreach program, serving up delicious coffee and amazing pastries each morning for our large group. The croissants are especially good; I ate one every day for a week. The Longleaf Writers Conference loves Amavida Coffee!“

“I have a burger here about once a week. They are always delicious!“

“Our waitress ( Chancey) was exceptional. This was a “ birthday to remember” with excellent service and food. Will definitely be going back.“

“Cute little Airstream in Seaside where we got a All American grilled cheese. One of the last shops to close down, the service was fine, and the grilled cheese was phenomenal. It took a while to be prepared, but after taking the first bite, I could tell why... They cook that grilled cheese low and slow, getting the exterior of the bread nice and crispy while leaving the inside light and fluffy. The cheese steamed up all gooey. My only regret is not getting a picture of the cheese pull.“

“one of the coolest streets in America. Great Omelets. Great Service! Awesome outdoor dining! Great place to eat and people watch. Overall great place by the sea.“

“Hands down the best Hot Chai Latte I’ve had! I drink Chai Lattes 1-3 times a week. I love Chai Tea for the spicy flavor mix. Amavida Coffee Roasters hit the mark on the head without me making any modifications, their blend had the perfect balance of spice! I wish there was a location in Orlando. I gave 4 stars for customer service just because it wasn’t Starbucks/Chick-Fil-A 5 star service, but the staff was chill. My children ordered iced chai lattes with oat milk and they

Parking: During a weekend day the area is busy, with few spaces in front of the shop you may circle the parking a bit or walk a little ways from your parking spot to the shop.

Kid-friendliness: The staff was cool with my 2 year old being a 2 year, I didn’t get crazy stares.“

“Tim the owner stole from me and added on a tip that was not authorized.“

“Bud & Alley's is the best waterfront dining in Seaside and likely all of 30A. The breakfast is particularly excellent, and the staff is attentive and kind. They fed our large group and everyone loved it. The Longleaf Writers Conference is a big fan of Bud & Alley's - a supporter of our local educational outreach program for ten years! (The rooftop bar for sunset can't be missed.)“

“Delicious food, fantastic bar, beautiful views in a comfortable atmosphere, and marvelous service from Alex - we will be back. I was very grateful that nearly everything there was gluten free, and my husband was grateful that the hush puppies were not. (He ate 6.)

Dietary restrictions: Safe and delicious gluten free food.“

“We were in the area for a week and this was our favorite meal, service, and atmosphere! Laid back beach vibe with delicious food - just what we were looking for to end our week.“

“We had the 16 oz ribeye and it was cooked perfectly and topped with a garlic butter. The sides were delicious and it was definitely more than enough for two people. We opted to sit at the bar, rather than outside due to the heat. The bartender was so helpful and kind. We're going back to try other things for sure.“

“Went back last night had a great time with my friend. Food and service was awesome! Ladies can go have a drink and watch the sunset (even alone) and enjoy the friendly atmosphere!“

“My grandparents went to AJ's Thanksgiving event. They have bragged to me non-stop about their server, the food, and the entire event. There was open handicapped parking right in the front. They sat at the bar and were served by the bartender. They didn't get her name but were thrilled with her friendly, attentive demeanor. The entire event was donation based, and an envelope was provided for privacy. I am so thankful to AJ's for hosting this event and to the staff who generously work the event.
Thank you!!!“