Restaurants in Fort Walton Beach
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Best Restaurants
“Brady was excellent! He recommended great entrees and his service was impeccable. The food was amazing and we can’t wait to return. And the view was glorious.”
“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”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“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.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“This was some of the best seafood we had on our trip! Some of our favorites were the popcorn shrimp, fried fish of the day (mahi), seasonal green beans, and the hush puppies! The banana pudding was a great dessert as well. We went around 4pm and only had a 15 min. wait to order food and maybe another 10 min. before it was ready. The indoor seats were filled up so we sat in the nice outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas. Super friendly employees! Would definitely recommend!”
“This was some of the best seafood we had on our trip! Some of our favorites were the popcorn shrimp, fried fish of the day (mahi), seasonal green beans, and the hush puppies! The banana pudding was a great dessert as well. We went around 4pm and only had a 15 min. wait to order food and maybe another 10 min. before it was ready. The indoor seats were filled up so we sat in the nice outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas. Super friendly employees! Would definitely recommend!”
“Love love love Main Brew Coffee. Refreshing smoothies, frosty frappes, delicious crepes and fabulous tacos. And the staff are always welcoming and friendly. Our hostess Monica is always a delight when we come in. Bright smile and personality, it almost makes you want to go just to hang out with her but you also get great food and drinks to go with the laidback atmosphere. This is definitely at least a once a week treat to give yourself. Happy eating. Author David Moon Books on Amazon Zomosapiens Scales of Justice Pickle’s Pickle”
“Mother Earth's cafe is an absolute gem! From the retro ambiance to the friendly service, everything about this place feels welcoming. I ordered the Philly cheese steak omelet, and it was perfect with fluffy pancakes, flavorful hash browns , and eggs cooked just right. Their coffee was rich, and the refills were constant. Portions were generous, the food was fresh, and the prices were fair. I’ll definitely be back at this Cafe. It is a must visit!”
“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.”
“Loved the atmosphere and the staff was very friendly. We sat at the bar and the bartenders were great! We ordered a couple drinks that were amazing! We ordered a few apps as well. The crab dip was delicious, the calamari did not disappoint, but the shrimp cocktail-cold was very dry. I wound up throwing half my shrimp away. Very disappointed in that. We ordered a key lime pie for dessert, and it was to die for! It was amazing! Overall, would definitely come back.”
Outdoor Dining
“12:56 PM
SEPTEMBER 3
TUESDAY
This is my third visit here but my first time to review.
The Heavenly Croissant is a place I wish I would have found a looooong time ago. The woman who originally started this restaurant passed away unfortunately before I had a chance to meet her. Others have stepped in to carry on her legacy.
You will be greeted as soon as you walk in very warm and friendly with some beautiful music in the background. You can tell the people who work here enjoy making you feel at home.
*Bacon egg and cheese croissant*
I found to be very delicious. Always crispy bacon in a great combination and you can get it with white American or Cheddar.
*Homemade potato and bacon soup* I will tell you I am not a soup eater let the manager talk to me into trying it.
I find this soup to be very delicious. They have one homemade soup most days. I want to try other soups they have as a result.
*Homemade Almond cookie*
I have O type blood so I do not naturally crave sweets, however this cookie is delicious and will melt in your mouth.
This place is open for breakfast and lunch. If you find yourself in the area do yourself a favor and and treat yourself to a heavenly experience at the heavenly croissant.
Parking: Plenty of parking
Kid-friendliness: Everyone is welcome here”
“This was some of the best seafood we had on our trip! Some of our favorites were the popcorn shrimp, fried fish of the day (mahi), seasonal green beans, and the hush puppies! The banana pudding was a great dessert as well. We went around 4pm and only had a 15 min. wait to order food and maybe another 10 min. before it was ready. The indoor seats were filled up so we sat in the nice outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas. Super friendly employees! Would definitely recommend!”
“Great food, service and atmosphere . ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I would have bought a shirt because I loved my experience but they were kinda pricey. I will definitely visit again on my next trip to the area.”
“Great atmosphere. Food was great, perfect spice. Service was friendly and pleasant. Looking forward to evening music. Will be back!”
“Was introduced to Fresh Cravez at the Fort Mardi Gras 5K/Festival. WOW! I only thought I knew what juice was before I tried these. Honestly, I usually have never cared for conventional juices (the ones you can get in grocery stores)…always just blah flavors and full of added sugars and other not so amazing ingredients. I can’t get enough of these amazing drinks though! Thoughtfully crafted flavor profiles and healthy!”
Online Reservation Available
“My boyfriend and I go to this restaurant at least once a week. The food and staff are amazing. Unfortunately, he’s sick with Covid so we haven’t been this week. I needed my fix, so I ordered Pad Thai through DoorDash. Perfect spice, hot in temperature and flavor to die for. Bangkok Bistro fam is always killing it! You guys are much appreciated! Merry Christmas!”
“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!”
“Ms Nikki and Kabree were AMAZING very friendly and welcoming customer service ! Helped us understand the menu when he had some confusion and didn’t make us feel like a burden we will definitely be back ! Best customer service I’ve had in a WHILE which is rare nowadays”
“We sat at the patio table. The Aquarium next to this restaurant has huge fence that blocks view of beach from the patio that annoyed a little but still we could see the ocean in front. Ultimate Bloody Mary had 3 large shrimps, peppachini, pickled green beans and 3 olives.”
“beautiful restaurant, piano player was great, service and food was definition of amazing...we worth the drive!!”
“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 split the nachos which were good, i would say overpriced the amount you receive and we also got the grouper sandwich and we substituted the sauce for their cilantro ranch which is amazing. We havnt done their breakfast bec 23$ a person for a breakfast buffet is out pricing themselves. We did try their small pepperoni pizza for room service last night it was ok.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“We found the coolest place tonight and we were able to spend some time with the owner and found someone who has poured himself into his passion which was evident when we tried a couple of his menu items. My friend Deanna had told me earlier she had heard some great music coming from an area where there seemed to be colored lights and the smell of good food coming from the grill …….so after attending a meeting we needed to go to we stopped by and it was one of those impromptu “had so much fun” experiences!!! Can’t wait for the weather to warm up as the outdoor only seating made for an awesome place to hang out visit and enjoy some great food. Even in the lower tempatures as it was tonight, we took the opportunity to gather around one of the tables with a new friend and play some cards. We even broke out the guitar and sang a few songs. Chef Rodrick Champion Dinnall was so accomidating and can’t remember when I had such a spontaneous great time . I’m hoping as a newer business, Chef Champion Kitchen grows quickly in popularity as it would be a great place to meet up with friends or make new ones! Thank you Diana Williams for the invite and thank you Chef Rodrick for the great jerk chicken with those amazing Island flavors and relaxing experience. Keep up the great work!!!”
“Busy night, but Cece took great care of us. She handled all her tables really well. My steak did come out raw at first (straight up cold raw when I poked it) but she corrected it immediately. Great service and good food when all is said and done.”
Takeout Restaurants
“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!”
“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.”
“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.”
“Loved the atmosphere and the staff was very friendly. We sat at the bar and the bartenders were great! We ordered a couple drinks that were amazing! We ordered a few apps as well. The crab dip was delicious, the calamari did not disappoint, but the shrimp cocktail-cold was very dry. I wound up throwing half my shrimp away. Very disappointed in that. We ordered a key lime pie for dessert, and it was to die for! It was amazing! Overall, would definitely come back.”
“Awesome spot for some great pho. Well developed flavors and great flavors in their meats. Add some spice to help bring out some of the broth’s development. A large pho is too much for one unless you come hungry. Rolls are tasty and everything is really good. The ambiance is wide open and clean, good selection of beers and wine and the service is spot on. They have large tables for large groups and a large selection of food. They have an abundance of TVs and are good to watch whatever even you want to see. Def recommend for local pho.”
“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.”
“Best place to get close to authentic Korean food. Servers have always been friendly, and attentive. Can't wait to go back for Bi Bim Bop and Kim Bop”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“The staff at healthy coast is always so inviting and helpful, this makes such a great experience every time I walk through the door! The choices and options available are all great and I have not had one thing that was not outstanding in flavor! I appreciate all that healthy coast does to help people with clean eating and always having the most friendly staff!!”
“Staff is extremely helpful and friendly! This Starbucks always gets my order correct and ready quickly! Love the inside seating and lots of merch for it being a smaller store. The only downside with this Starbucks is the drive thru is always busy, and parking is limited.
Parking: A few spots in the front and side of the building. Very busy drive through, with limited parking.”
“Just got Chik Fila for dinner. Family of 5 so $60. It's pricey but usually it's worth it. Not tonight. The food was awful. Stringy grilled chicken sandwich that was hard to chew. We had 3 8 count nugget meals, all the nuggets were dry, hard and not fresh. And the fries were old, cold and hard as a rock. One of my kids only eats the fries so when he didn't like them, I had to make him something else to eat. All 5 meals were not up to par with what were used to getting from this location and I've noticed the quality going down over the past few months. Now, I'm aggravated enough to say something. Money is tight and spending $60 for one dinner is alot but it never bothered me because I knew Chik Fila was always gonna be on point, but not anymore. I'm disappointed..”
“The food was AMAZING. Tavaris was extremely respectful. My order was perfect and sometimes i speak a little quick and might be a little confusing but he very respectfully asked me to repeat my order then i asked him to see if i said it correctly and he got everything to a T. If the owner actually sees this. This is the type of customer service that keeps people coming back. I will definitely be a returning customer. Thank you Tavaris!”
“Now I know I've reviewed this place before. Very good food, I would argue it's legit competition for Chick Fil A, Waldo's Chicken and Beer, and Prince's Hot Chicken as the best chicken places in America. Their cayenne ranch chicken sandwich and chicken wings are delicious. Their fries are cooked right. My wife loves their deep-fried mushrooms. Their shakes are good. They always have homemade cookies or brownies that are amazing. My coworker has stated it's one of the best, if not the best, chicken and waffles you'll find anywhere. Staff is always friendly and helpful. Military discount is important. The place is always clean.”
“This is what I call happiness in a cup. I have not had BR in years and was so excited when we got to FL and decided to stop in. I LOVE the chocolate moose royale but I didn’t see it in the display. I asked the gentleman working there and he had a small amount in another freezer, so I was able to get two scoops. Both gentleman were so nice to me and my husband, I wish I would’ve asked their names.”
“Never did I think I’d be treated so kindly at a fast food place the lady working the drive thru I believe her name is Bianca is amazing!! She’s very kind and friendly each time I come she knows my order just from my voice, also love her hair, the food is always amazing and fresh I’d definitely this store out of any of the stores near”
“We sat at the patio table. The Aquarium next to this restaurant has huge fence that blocks view of beach from the patio that annoyed a little but still we could see the ocean in front. Ultimate Bloody Mary had 3 large shrimps, peppachini, pickled green beans and 3 olives.”
“Food and service equal to The Savoy in Kansas City where the waiter popped the champaign cork over his head and caught it behind his back.”
Cheap Eats
“This place is Amazing! Live music, super friendly and kind staff, { I would tell you how kind my waitress was, but I wouldnt want anyone to try to take advantage of her) I regret that I didnt have proper tip money, but i will make it up to her. There is a beach, cornhole, i think horseshoes, it is child and dog friendly. They even brought ny Stanley his own bouwl. Next review will have photos, Go there as soon as you can. You wont be dissapointed,”
“We visited last summer, and stumbled on it by chance. We had a great time and ended up visiting multiple times during our vacay. Before we left the bartender knew my drink order! Friday nights get busy due to the military crowd, but we were there during peak season and had the best time. Cold drinks, not over priced, and not a tourist trap. We love the duck”
“Fantastic bowl! Never had one like it and will miss it now that we are gone. I have celiac and everything I got was very safe! Cute atmosphere. So fun! Wish we had one of these in our state. Huge servings!
Dietary restrictions: Everything was Gf!
Parking: It gets busy so parking can be tricky but with patience you’ll find a spot!
Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly!”
“Wonderful family owned restaurant. This place serves some of the best menudo I’ve ever had in my life! I try to come here every single time I’m in town. It does not get more authentic than this and food quality is top notch. It feels like you are eating at their home kitchen.”
“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!”
“Very nice, hospitable folks. Food was home cooked and yummy. Limited choices, but cooked fresh! The potato salad tasted like store bought but hot foods all tasted home cooked. It's located inside the American Legion we drove by the 1st time. If we'd read the bottom of the sign hanging on the fence we would have realized it was in the A.L. Overall, very friendly group and great place for home cooking!”
“We had dinner there last night and as always it was so good. I honestly can’t believe that some people drive right by to go to the more touristy places. We live about 75 miles from Ft. Walton Beach and this has been our go to place since the mid 80’s. Best gumbo I have ever had. Give this place a try. You won’t be disappointed ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“We just visited here last night and loved the beautiful view and great food. Our waitress was nice and quick to refill our drinks. Only complaint I have is that it was hot in the restaurant (it doesn’t have ac) but that’s expected in Florida. Husband didn’t care for his lobster tacos he said they were salty but I really enjoyed my chicken tacos. Highly recommend and will be back when in town again! They also have a gluten free menu you just have to ask!”
Latest Reviews
“I’ve been coming to this location for take out for several years now Today I had the pleasure of being helped by Andrea She is what helping people and kindness is all about regardless of what you do or who you are This is a skill and it’s been long lost in our country Great Job !!!! Happy New Year !!!”
“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
“This was some of the best seafood we had on our trip! Some of our favorites were the popcorn shrimp, fried fish of the day (mahi), seasonal green beans, and the hush puppies! The banana pudding was a great dessert as well. We went around 4pm and only had a 15 min. wait to order food and maybe another 10 min. before it was ready. The indoor seats were filled up so we sat in the nice outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas. Super friendly employees! Would definitely recommend!”
“If I could give a higher rating I would. Our server, Phillip went above and beyond to correct our order. He was super nice, funny, and made sure we had everything we needed and more. I hope a manager reads this and gives Phillip some credit, (and a raise) because he did AWESOME.”
“This was some of the best seafood we had on our trip! Some of our favorites were the popcorn shrimp, fried fish of the day (mahi), seasonal green beans, and the hush puppies! The banana pudding was a great dessert as well. We went around 4pm and only had a 15 min. wait to order food and maybe another 10 min. before it was ready. The indoor seats were filled up so we sat in the nice outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas. Super friendly employees! Would definitely recommend!”
“Thanks Krystal for awesome drinks and service! One of our new favorites in Destin!”