Restaurants in Fort Walton Beach
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Best Restaurants
“Pepe gave us great customer service. Food is authentic and delicious! Definitely will be back next time we visit Florida.”
“I absolutely love Suras ambience and decor! Our service was amazing and the seafood Risotto was delicious. I will definitely be back.”
“We are visiting the Ft Walton beach area for the first time. Soi Bistro came highly recommended and did not disappoint. Friendly staff and an enjoyable atmosphere. Will definitely go back to try more of their offerings. A must for sure”
“We had an absolute blast! The food was awesome! Great portions, great taste, even better waiter!!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“We found this fabulous spot on a FB group for Fwb. We ventured out and had dinner last week - feta dip (OhMyGoodness!), hot honey flatbread, crabcake on lobster risotto, and creme brulee special. The service was spot on and the food was flat out fabulous! I took leftovers home and ate every bite - esp. the feta which surprised me as I already had a great whipped feta recipe. Nope, there's is better. Only caveat is they don't have cocktails but they have great wine options and beer/sodas. We took our dog (huge plus) and enjoyed a beautiful evening!”
“Great Food &Service CrestviewOutdoors 980 West James Lee Blvd Crestview”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re craving authentic German food, this place is a gem! From the moment we walked in, the service was warm, attentive, and welcoming. The menu is packed with traditional favorites—everything tasted fresh, hearty, and true to its roots. The schnitzel was perfectly crisp, the sausages were full of flavor, and the sides (especially the spatzle and potato salad) tasted just like something you’d find in Germany. And the beer selection? Outstanding—ice cold, authentic, and the perfect pairing for the meal. Where else can you dance the chicken dance in Florida? It’s rare to find a spot that nails both the food and the atmosphere, but this restaurant does exactly that. Fun music on Friday and Saturday nights. Highly recommend for anyone who wants a genuine German dining experience with top-notch service. Thanks Luci! Prost! 🍻”
Restaurants with Delivery
“What do I recommend? Anything!! Everything!! We had the fried grouper dinner with coleslaw and fries. The grouper was so fresh and juicy. And flaky!!! The coleslaw tasted like my mom’s! 🥰 and the hush puppies were pure perfection. We had planned to visit a place over in Destin but the prices were ridiculous!! $42 for six jumbo shrimp?! C’mon!! I honestly wasn’t expecting the quality of food for the price I paid! Great food. Great prices! I only dealt with T who took my order and was so courteous and Joey who I just had to tell about our wonderful experience. I told her we would be back before we leave and I’ve already planned my Sunday dinner! This was the Stewby’s on Racetrack Drive in Fort Walton. Highly recommend it!”
“The Gulf is one of my favorite places. The staff is always friendly and it’s the perfect place to grab a bite and relax with family and friends or read and study solo. Yesterday was a bit chilly so Olivia and her teammate lit the fire pit for us. We were able to eat and enjoy the views while staying warm. Thanks again Olivia and staff. 🫶🔥🔥”
“Absolutely DELICIOUS! Best spot to visit for Mexican food craving😋 My husband and I came back TWICE in one day for the quesa birria tacos with consume. Perfectly flavorful, fresh and hot. Crushed the moment the box was opened. They were very sweet, VERY quick, and were happy to see us come back! 100% will be seeing us again!! Thank you all so much”
“My husband has been going to Main Brew since they were located on Beal Parkway. I had the pleasure of meeting Shelagh and the crew there yesterday (I had previously met Patrick) and they are all extremely friendly and it was very obvious they care about their customers. The Cafe has a very comfortable and welcoming atmosphere not to mention good food and great choices for coffee.”
“Yo he ido a muchos restaurantes boricuas en Florida y, sinceramente, Papi’s Café and Grill es el único restaurante puertorriqueño que he probado en toda Florida que sabe 100% auténtico. Todos los demás no se sienten auténticos; tienen algún ingrediente o sabor agregado que los hace sentir como una copia y no como el sabor que amo y con el cual crecí. Yo extraño mucho mi isla, y cuando entro a Papi’s Café and Grill, instantáneamente me siento en casa. Además, tienen el mejor café auténtico y las mejores empanadillas. Lo recomiendo 100%. 🔥🇵🇷”
“The best seafood I have ever eaten in my 50 years of life. We came to vacation from Kentucky and The Shack has the best fried geeen tomatoes I’ve ever eaten! Make it a point to eat here when you come to visit the area. A++++ 10⭐️”
“We have been watching the page since opening and are so pleased with our selection of the steamed seafood platter for 2. Everything was delicious and perfectly prepared. The platter actually looked just like the pics online! (How often does that happen?) Our server Baylee was very attentive, helpful and prompt. We ended with Tiramisu and left with big smiles! We will be back.”
Outdoor Dining
“We found this fabulous spot on a FB group for Fwb. We ventured out and had dinner last week - feta dip (OhMyGoodness!), hot honey flatbread, crabcake on lobster risotto, and creme brulee special. The service was spot on and the food was flat out fabulous! I took leftovers home and ate every bite - esp. the feta which surprised me as I already had a great whipped feta recipe. Nope, there's is better. Only caveat is they don't have cocktails but they have great wine options and beer/sodas. We took our dog (huge plus) and enjoyed a beautiful evening!”
“WOWIE! My coworker told us about his place, even offering to bring us lunch today from it, so I checked out the menu and pictures online and chose the Box Lunch with the triple club and swiss, a bag of chips, unsweet tea, and cinnamon roll. I've had sandwiches before. I've had croissants before. But THIS, was the BEST sandwich I've ever had in my 43 years of life! The meats, cheese and toppings were all fresh and adequately proportioned so that no flavor drowned each other out. And the croissant was fresh and crispy without being greasy or crumbly at all! I thought I had gotten a cinnamon roll, but I'm honestly not sure what it is. It's a spiral pastry made from the same dough as a croissant, with raisins and homemade cream cheese icing. If it did have cinnamon, I couldn't tell. It was very good as well ,for what it was!”
“Unfortunately their outdoor tables are not bolted to the sidewalk (even though they have mounts to use) and the one we sat at rolled over on me when we started to get up, and I fell hard on the sidewalk. Fortunately my head missed the corner of the bench but my back hip and shoulders are going to be feeling it for a while. One employee asked if I was ok, but she was the only one. Other customers helped me up. I'm just glad it wasn't my daughter or wife it rolled over on. It's good food. Don't sit at their outdoor tables at the Pensacola location.”
“We have been here at least once a week for the last month! Delicious food and friendly staff.”
“The garlic dipping oil is amazing. We took some home and put it on sandwiches and in a crab omelet. We have been talking about it for days. The lasagna is remarkable and the ribeye steak I ordered was enough for three meals. Cooked perfectly medium rare. Friends had the lobster ravioli and shrimp with vodka sauce which was good. Calamari was outstanding, very tender. Our waitress was Lauren L., very professional and pleasant. We will definitely go back there again next year when we visit.”
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“This place should have 10 stars solid! Even on their worst day the food is amazing and the staff is friendly as all get out! Even when they are so packed in there, they are sweet and patient. There is a reason why people wait to get into this place. I’m proud to call it my favorite happy place in FWB!”
“We visited today September 28 for lunch at the Ft walton beach location. Courtney P waited on us. She was the best server we have ever had. She didnt forget anything and went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. She is a real asset to your restaurant. Very pleasant girl. We had a free appetizer coupon and chose the shrimp frito it was awesome. We both had spaghetti, one lunch portion and one regular create your own. The meatballs were great as always. I had the chicken gnocchi soup and it was perfect. We will return. Hopefully we will get Courtney again.”
“Anglers is a Sunday brunch staple for us on our yearly trip to Fort Walton. Kay took GREAT care of us on our most recent visit. She was attentive, kind, and very personable (so much so that we tried to get her to bail on her shift and come hang out with us but she wouldn’t… bummer!) Either way we love Anglers brunch!! See yall next year!!!”
“I’ve been there a couple of times. The food and service is good. I think they’re very close to being awesome. My only complaint for the Shrimp and Grits is the shrimp are obviously frozen farmed, and small. The grits and biscuits are very good and well seasoned, they need bigger, fresher shrimp to make it a high quality dish. Definitely a popular place and I need to try some other meals.”
“Delicious food, awesome staff, perfect venue. My husband and I came in for a date night dinner. Appetizers, wine, entrees, and dessert were perfectly prepared and served with a smile. Our server, Kat (?sp), was the best! We had the mussels and crab cakes as appetizers. We followed that with the pork chop dish for my husband and the grouper with artichoke for me. We wrapped it up with decaf cappuccino, cheesecake, and French silk pie. We sat out on the patio overlooking the bay. Beautiful atmosphere. We will most certainly be back to try some of the other dishes.”
“I had the chicken shesh kebab plate. It was absolutely delicious and tender. The sides were all delicious and gave a balance of fresh flavors to enjoy with the chicken shesh kebab! I highly recommend this place for their friendly service and deliciously fresh food. I look forward to enjoying more meals at this restaurant.”
“I enjoyed my three slider platter, had an amazing amount of deliciousness for that tiny slider. Beware of the drink by the name of “the Calli” it is quite spicy, however a drink that they make very well is an old fashioned. I didn’t catch the name of our waiter ,but he was always checking on us, making sure we were having a good time, and making sure our spicy drink was taken care of properly.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“We had the raw oysters, mussels, the house salad was so good. My father had the pineapple shrimp, my friend had the seafood medley and I had the steamed lobster tails with potatoes and asparagus. Everything was fantastic, cooked to perfection and just so yummy. The staff was super, friendly and fun! Will definitely go back!”
“we love this place, it's close to our house, they make a delish paloma, food is good but golly gosh darnit ~ please teach the cooks how to fry and egg for the huevos rancheros dish!!! they simply ruin this dish when serving it with an over cooked brown (yes that is how hard they fry it) eggs ~ it ruins the dish; do not serve this dish, huevos rancheros if you cannot make it correctly, thank you”
Takeout Restaurants
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re craving authentic German food, this place is a gem! From the moment we walked in, the service was warm, attentive, and welcoming. The menu is packed with traditional favorites—everything tasted fresh, hearty, and true to its roots. The schnitzel was perfectly crisp, the sausages were full of flavor, and the sides (especially the spatzle and potato salad) tasted just like something you’d find in Germany. And the beer selection? Outstanding—ice cold, authentic, and the perfect pairing for the meal. Where else can you dance the chicken dance in Florida? It’s rare to find a spot that nails both the food and the atmosphere, but this restaurant does exactly that. Fun music on Friday and Saturday nights. Highly recommend for anyone who wants a genuine German dining experience with top-notch service. Thanks Luci! Prost! 🍻”
“Best Mexican restaurant in FWB imo. Truly authentic! Do not let the outside fool you - the inside is very nice and stylish. Food is amazing and not too salty. Service is great as well. I love their homemade chips - some of the best that I have ever had - light and not greasy. Salsa is just right as well. This restaurant puts all of the others to shame!”
“First time there today 2/20/26 and I'm impressed. Had the chicken salad on croissant with pasta salad and potato salad. The chicken salad is very good! Pasta salad has a great flavor to it, not sure what they use but it's not italian dressing, it's more sweet and really delicious. All the sides looked good. You get two sides with a sandwich and two of the choices were chocolate or lemon cake, gotta love a place that has cake as a side item 😁!”
“I love this place! First Korean restaurant I ever ate at (back in 2003ish), and been going back ever since. I liked a Korean restaurant in Germany too, but no other place I've tried (about 20 others) has compared. The owner always remembers me, my family, and my friends. We don't even need a menu, she knows what food and drinks we want and lets us know if there's something special to try that day, like the seaweed soup.”
“Absolutely amazing. Brandon made our night even more special . Food was delicious and wine paired perfectly with it. He was also naturally and carefully attentive. Definitely a place to come back many times”
“I had an amazing experience at this bar, thanks to Becca. She was incredibly attentive and made sure to carefully listen to my order, especially after I mentioned I had food allergies. I felt completely at ease knowing she took that seriously. Becca took great care of me and my friends, all while still keeping up with other customers in a very busy summer crowd. It honestly felt like I had my own personal bartender the whole time. Her professionalism, friendliness, and attention to detail made the night stand out. Highly recommend stopping by and asking for Becca!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“I love bbq and have been wanting to try this place out. Today, I finally got a chance since due to the snow, they’re the only place open AND offering delivery. 🙏🏼 the lady who took my order was super polite and helpful. The gentleman who delivered our order was patient with me even though it’s freezing outside, he was also very nice and arrived in a timely manner. And our food is delicious!! Will definitely order again! Thank you guys for not letting the snow stop you from making happy customers! You made a pregnant woman VERY happy today. 🥹”
“Best pizza we’ve had in Fort Walton Beach! Enjoyed Music Bingo night on the patio as well! Highly recommend!”
“I’ve been going to Radbar for 5 years. Everyone is kind, and the conversations with the girls are always fun to have! Theme and Contest nights are the most fun you can have on any weekend, and Radbar does it right! The drink selection is A+ with IPAs and Coolers for adults and sodas and waters for underage gamers. Keeping it open for everyone till 9pm gives the younger people a chance to experience old school arcades, but of course after 9, it’s a nice relaxing getaway for gamers! 10/10 will keep my business every time!”
“Husband and I randomly had a little date night here.. I absolutely loved the vibe.. the staff was great , food was great. I will absolutely go back. Plus I love that on Sundays the offer meals for those in need , those that are hungry, really anyone. Spread the word to the local community that is in need !!”
“The garlic dipping oil is amazing. We took some home and put it on sandwiches and in a crab omelet. We have been talking about it for days. The lasagna is remarkable and the ribeye steak I ordered was enough for three meals. Cooked perfectly medium rare. Friends had the lobster ravioli and shrimp with vodka sauce which was good. Calamari was outstanding, very tender. Our waitress was Lauren L., very professional and pleasant. We will definitely go back there again next year when we visit.”
“Hidden gem in Fort Walton Beach!! NO MSG added!! Much healthier than other Thai restaurants locally. Food seems from scratch, you can taste the different flavors of veges, because the food isn't hiding behind an excess of sugary sauce. The owner is awesome, as well as the chef...super friendly. The veges are not over cooked, retaining a slight crispness. We chose this restaurant tonight because of another review they received from an insurance inspection. The inspector was so impressed with how clean they are, after doing an inspection, that he chose to eat dinner there and was happy enough to leave a great review! Large servings...we left with leftovers. The steamed dumplings were sooo good!! Going back this week with a friend. It is so great to see a restaurant care about their food being real!! Our new favorite!!! Can't give them a high enough rating!!”
“Went there for the Spirit of 1989 show. It was good show in a decent venue. It was extremely hot in there and felt like the heat was blowing on me, but it was cool outside so was able to go out between bands. They had the game playing outside so I could check the score in between bands. There is some actual seats inside and outside the venue, having a bad back, I am unable to stand long periods of time. The bands were good, it was a good time. I would definitely go back for a show there again.”
“Awesome food! Love the ‘Cowboy Burger’ We will definitely be back!”
Cheap Eats
“Sunset Bowls is absolutely delicious. It’s a little pricey, but you’re definitely getting your money’s worth. The portions are huge, and when they say “small,” they definitely don’t mean small lol.
The workers are always extremely nice and welcoming. Sometimes the wait can be a little slow, but it’s definitely worth it. Everything is fresh, filling, and delicious.
It’s a must-have if you haven’t tried it yet.
Great use of an old car wash!”
“Stopped in this morning while out exploring the area with my pup. Tried the iced chai and It is hands-down, the best chai I’ve had in a long time! I had a good feeling when the barista mentioned it being extra spicy, but was still pleasantly surprised at how robust the flavor was. If we visit the area again, we will definitely be coming here for our morning drinks!”
“I adore this boutique/coffee shop so much, along with the sweet workers!!! They have the cutest things here, and the best coffee!! I came here multiple times during my trip and felt so welcomed! I bought the cutest outfits too! I highly recommend coming here and I will be back! They also have a gorgeous beach view!”
“We chose Jake & Henry's for anniversary dinner. We couldn't have been more pleased. The service was 2nd to none & the food was simply awesome. For many years I felt Staff's (when they were in business) served the best filet mignon in town, but then came Jake & Henry's and you nailed it. My filet mignon was incredibly delicious. I ask to have it done medium, and it was perfect. Juicy & pink, very flavorful. Tillie had surf & turf. Equally amazing. Thank you Matt & staff for a marvelous dinner. Les & Tillie Hutchinson”
“We visited today September 28 for lunch at the Ft walton beach location. Courtney P waited on us. She was the best server we have ever had. She didnt forget anything and went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. She is a real asset to your restaurant. Very pleasant girl. We had a free appetizer coupon and chose the shrimp frito it was awesome. We both had spaghetti, one lunch portion and one regular create your own. The meatballs were great as always. I had the chicken gnocchi soup and it was perfect. We will return. Hopefully we will get Courtney again.”
“Anglers is a Sunday brunch staple for us on our yearly trip to Fort Walton. Kay took GREAT care of us on our most recent visit. She was attentive, kind, and very personable (so much so that we tried to get her to bail on her shift and come hang out with us but she wouldn’t… bummer!) Either way we love Anglers brunch!! See yall next year!!!”
Latest Reviews
“The garlic dipping oil is amazing. We took some home and put it on sandwiches and in a crab omelet. We have been talking about it for days. The lasagna is remarkable and the ribeye steak I ordered was enough for three meals. Cooked perfectly medium rare. Friends had the lobster ravioli and shrimp with vodka sauce which was good. Calamari was outstanding, very tender. Our waitress was Lauren L., very professional and pleasant. We will definitely go back there again next year when we visit.”
“I adore this boutique/coffee shop so much, along with the sweet workers!!! They have the cutest things here, and the best coffee!! I came here multiple times during my trip and felt so welcomed! I bought the cutest outfits too! I highly recommend coming here and I will be back! They also have a gorgeous beach view!”
“I had the chicken shesh kebab plate. It was absolutely delicious and tender. The sides were all delicious and gave a balance of fresh flavors to enjoy with the chicken shesh kebab! I highly recommend this place for their friendly service and deliciously fresh food. I look forward to enjoying more meals at this restaurant.”
Most Popular Restaurants
“What do I recommend? Anything!! Everything!! We had the fried grouper dinner with coleslaw and fries. The grouper was so fresh and juicy. And flaky!!! The coleslaw tasted like my mom’s! 🥰 and the hush puppies were pure perfection. We had planned to visit a place over in Destin but the prices were ridiculous!! $42 for six jumbo shrimp?! C’mon!! I honestly wasn’t expecting the quality of food for the price I paid! Great food. Great prices! I only dealt with T who took my order and was so courteous and Joey who I just had to tell about our wonderful experience. I told her we would be back before we leave and I’ve already planned my Sunday dinner! This was the Stewby’s on Racetrack Drive in Fort Walton. Highly recommend it!”
“Food was good , my steak seemed a little small for a 12 oz , my family owned 2 steakhouse's for over 30 years and I worked in and around it for a lot of it, and I ordered it rare so slightly over done but not enough to shrink my steak that much but other then that everything else was good, very busy which made getting service kinda hard, but when I want a steak in florida it's where we like to go”
“🦀What a delightful surprise! We had the best snow crab, the best beverages, and overall the best service we have had in a long time! Philip, the server, was outstanding!! Not only did he go over and beyond, he was thoughtful, personable, and super-friendly. We will be back and hope that he will be our server again. Thank you, Phillip!”
“I would recommend AJ’s for the live music and drinks, but the food is lacking. $26 for 8 oysters is ridiculous. I ordered the “shrimp spring rolls”. I expected a spring roll like you get in an Asian restaurant. I got six shrimp tails wrapped in phyllo for $16. Very disappointed in the food but the atmosphere is nice.”
New Restaurants
“Hands down the BEST pizza on the Emerald Coast! We come from Freeport to FWB just to eat here. Sebastiano’s is a true gem in Fort Walton Beach. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted like family and the food?! Absolutely next level. The crust is perfectly crisp with just the right chew, the sauce is rich and flavorful, and the toppings are always fresh and generous. You can taste the love and tradition in every bite. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Sebastiano’s is a must visit. Real New York flavor, right here in Florida!”
“We have been watching the page since opening and are so pleased with our selection of the steamed seafood platter for 2. Everything was delicious and perfectly prepared. The platter actually looked just like the pics online! (How often does that happen?) Our server Baylee was very attentive, helpful and prompt. We ended with Tiramisu and left with big smiles! We will be back.”
“Perfect waterfront vibe without any typical touristy nonsense! In addition they had THE BEST LIVE BAND I'VE EVER HEARD!!!! SHENANIGANS put on an absolutely incredible show with the perfect blend of hits and and put their own fun twist on them making the entire night an unforgettable experience!
100 outta 10 stars all day long!”
“Torrecka is so sweet and pleasant on the walk in . She is always so kind when my family and I come to get desserts . We will recommend everyone to come check you guys out . Thank you so much Torrecka you always make my day .”
“Juneteenth tasting was PHENOMENAL!!! This was my second tasting, she always sells out so if you can get buy early. Thank you so much for sharing your passion!”
Recommended
“The Gulf is one of my favorite places. The staff is always friendly and it’s the perfect place to grab a bite and relax with family and friends or read and study solo. Yesterday was a bit chilly so Olivia and her teammate lit the fire pit for us. We were able to eat and enjoy the views while staying warm. Thanks again Olivia and staff. 🫶🔥🔥”