Restaurants in Fort Walton Beach

“Best Donuts in the Emerald Coast hands down! Their Glazed Donuts, beat anyone else even though it's a classic, but my favorite are their Mochi Donuts. Go see for yourself!”

“the food is amazing and the fries are hands down the best thing ever. I had the shrimp Sammy and it was amazing. I had to go sleep off the amazing food on the beach.... definitely a place to eat and visit again!!”

“Our daughter got married there this past weekend April 26th, 2025. It was an amazing place for venue and food!!! The GM John is the absolute best to work with even if he’s a little on the short side (had to Boss Man)🤣🤣. He made the process so smooth and stress free! Couldn’t recommend it more. Thanks for everything and will be sure to stop again if back in the area!!”

“Me and my fiancé was searching for a romantic and a high quality experience for our anniversary and I have to tell you it was nothing short of five star material. Michael was our server (looks like a K Drama star), he was informative, attentive, and knowledgeable of our entire experience. The owner’s fantastic display of interior design, to the cuisine was something I’d expect to see in a Michelin 3 Star restaurant. The quality of the ingredients all the way down to the banchan shows in every minute detail. Our trip in Destin ended with the most explosive display of culinary finesse, and I will be back for more. Thank you Sura for the memories that my fiancé and I will remember for years to come. Btw Michael call Viki Rakuten, they would hire you immediately for the next star lead in a K Drama 😂.”

“Aahhhmazzinggg!!!! food smoked brisket tacos… the smoke is there for sure not just a hint… the carnitas tacos had great flavor as well the slaw that came with them was so tasty just enough vinegar to balance the richness of the meats… bonus got a complementary mango paleta… y’all definitely worth it”

“They have the best burgers and fries, always consistent and delicious!”

“I ordered the Crab Cake Benedict. I love both of those things but never had them together as a meal. I didn't plan on leaving a review but it was so good I had too. Sorry about the picture being partially eaten. This is a myst try.”

“Stopped in for lunch today, I have been wanting to check them out! Delicious food! I got the pork, rice and potatoes. I’ll definitely be back!!”

“Just had my first taste of The Rican Vegan and I'm already planning my next visit! I went with the Playa BBQ, served as tacos, and wow – the combination was incredible. The pickled red onions and fresh cilantro provided a perfect counterpoint to the yummy sauce, creating a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and a little bit of spice. Seriously delicious! I 100% recommend checking out The Rican Vegan for some seriously tasty vegetarian food.”

“The best burger. The wait in line was worth it.”

“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”

“the food is amazing and the fries are hands down the best thing ever. I had the shrimp Sammy and it was amazing. I had to go sleep off the amazing food on the beach.... definitely a place to eat and visit again!!”

“Love it! ...better than Pounders and so delicious! my favorites are the Kalua pork and the chicken! ❤️❤️❤️”

“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.”

“Such good food! And great customer service 🤍”

“The service was excellent. I had the pulled pork sandwich with 2 sides and my friend had jerk chicken with black beans....all delicious.”

“The absolute best staff! They took very good care of us. Neat atmosphere, food was good!”

“Amelia was awesome! Made a great s’mores latte and sold me on getting a bag of beans for cold brew on my way out of town. Going to be dreaming about their marshmallow cold foam for a while ☁️”

“Once again you don’t let me down with the classic chili cheese dog. I can only go there on my days off because you’re closed the rest of the week after 6. Viva Puerto Rico.”

“Jack, Braydon and Aiden rocked out the pizza. Thin crust and great toppings!”

“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”

“My DoorDash delivery driver missed our entire pizza order and only delivered my family a salad. Whether it was negligence on the drivers part, the fact that he misunderstood their request to wait or otherwise, Clemenza’s gave us a second pizza just for the inconvenience of having to pick up our own delivery. This issue was no fault of theirs however they immediately prioritized my family and our experience with their restaurant, food, and service. The food was delicious but their attentiveness to this experience was outstanding.”

“I am so happy we discovered this place! The food was phenomenal, the beers were delicious, and the staff were super helpful. They were happy to discuss all of the beers and food on the menu. They were all personable and made us feel welcome. We had a great time for our date night, and can’t wait to come back!”

“Great food and delicious coffee. Very friendly service and the vibe is amazing. I'll be back fir open mic next time!

Vegetarian options: You can substitute meat for avocado. The have oat milk and almond milk.”

“Excellent food and value! Best key lime pie in the area! Staff member Faye is the absolute best ! Love her to pieces! Our first stop from Georgia each month to visit Faye and eat the best seafood in town!”

“Birria Nachos and steaks tacos were amazingly good”

“The staff is so friendly here and the food is AWESOME.”

“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.”

“the banging shrimp was the best we ever had. the portion side was the size of the big plate and was a meal by its self. I also did the crab combo...the side order of shrimp was good....I just wish I would have found this sooner”

“I always love this place. The best açai I have ever have is there.

Parking: There is parking there but sometimes in the library when there is no more”

“Best Thai in panhandle! Food and service is incredible!!!!!!!”

“Traci is the best! Service is always great with her. I had the smoked turkey for dinner and it’s always great and never dry. Definitely one of my favorite dinners”

“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!”

“Always friendly and always delicious! Our whole family loves going to Sakura! ❤️😊”

“We enjoyed visiting and drinking a cold brew at Props! The atmosphere was laidback, fun, clean with a great beer 🍻 selection! My favorite is the Blueberry and I was happy to enjoy a pumpkin beer as well! A flight is also available if you want to try out their beers! Kyle served us and was friendly and knowledgeable about the beers! We saw a few people come with their dogs, and the Props cats are a nice addition!”

“Crab crusted grouper was excellent. Their fries are absolutely amazing. Pow pow shrimp appetizer was good. On the other hand, Seafood Alfredo came out cold, needs more salt or seasoning. Not a fan of the grilled shrimp tacos, also came out cold and tortillas were rubbery. One of the water cups was dirty on the inside and waitress brought a new cup right away. Waitress was very attentive. Coming back but will only order the food we tried and enjoyed.”

“Los tacos de carne mmm ricos”

“I had the chicken parmesan. Very tasty, but the edges were a little to done. As usual, great salad and bread sticks. Our server was very courteous, and pleasant.”

“Best we've had in the FWB area. Havee not been disappointed with Jin Jin yet unlike most restaurants around here.”

“Fantastic! Great food, friendly servers, beautiful sunset and an outstanding mix of live entertainment ! We love playing and partying there”

“I’m picky when it comes to my order. I like my sushi cut into smaller pieces and changes made to ingredients. I never have a problem with them being accommodating. ♥️”

“food was plentiful and good.”

“Incredible lunch special, where you actually get your moneys worth! The chicken was amazingly flavorful, steamed cabbage didn’t need anything added to it, and the red beans and rice was stacked like a mountain! 10/10 recommend!”

“Friendly faces,clean environment”

“Sabrina T. was our waitress. She was an excellent server.”

“The staff is always so sweet and attentive at this location. Food is consistently yummy. Nice way to enjoy some good breakfast!!!”

“Best burgers and fries ❤️ 🍔🍟”

“First time burgers are gggoooooooddd”

“This was my first meal out of prison, I got the double meat whataburger with SHREDDED CHEDDER CHEESE instead of regular cheese. Only thing I didn't like was the plushieness to upsize”

“Great fun ...awesome food...fun waitress took care of everything even free chocolate covered strawberries at end! Martinis very good too! Will be back!”

“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!”

“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!”

“Authentic Japanese and Korean cuisine.”

“We have been here at least once a week for the last month! Delicious food and friendly staff.”

“Absolutely fantastic food. We have had a number of items off their menu and everyone of them has been absolutely fantastic! I highly recommend stopping in and treating yourself.”

“My wife and I had dinner here and were impressed with our server. She was very friendly and attentive. She made our experience a very enjoyable time.”

“I have enjoyed lunch dining in before. Booths or tables. This simple, no frills restaurant has great food and service. Large, fresh portions, & reasonably priced.
Got a take out order on a Friday afternoon, around 11:30…easy in and out! Got pics of my soft chicken taco, and side chips with small guacamole 🥑. It was all delicious, and the sweet tea is definitely 💯 refreshing! When it’s busy, parking can be difficult, (because it’s small and on a busy corner lot…) So plan accordingly.”

“Visiting from Iowa and found this gem on our outings. Great food and atmosphere! Our server was fantastic and there was entertainment too! Highly recommend!!!”

“Yes!!!!! 🙌 I’m so happy to fine this restaurant. New to the area and I’ve tried other banh mi spots around and none were good. 5 stars ⭐️”

“New owners and the food is great! The server was very good. I ate there 2 times this week.”

“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,”

“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 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.”

“We were there a month ago on vacation, this place has the best burritos I’ve ever eaten and they are huge you definitely get your moneys worth from here, and the people who run this place are really cool and very friendly we will be back on our next vacation.”

“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!”

“Lovely owners, delicious food. We had the barbacoa tacos today, husband had the gordita. The menudo was delicious and came to the table piping hot, loved it, we’ll be ordering it again!”

“Great staff and the food is amazing. we love taking the grandkids there! thanks Lost Pizza”

“My son loves bread pudding, so I wanted to have that as one of the desserts at his rehearsal dinner. I am not from this area, so it took a bit of research but I had seen someone post that Julie’s had a delicious bread pudding. I contacted Julie and she was so sweet and even offered to make a bread pudding for my son and I to try! We tasted it and, of course, it was delicious!! We placed our order and we were not disappointed!! I had several people tell me at the rehearsal dinner that it was the best bread pudding they had ever tasted!! My son loved it too! Thank you so much, Julie!!”

“Me encanta todo de este lugar!!!”

“Always clean, great food and service!

Parking: All around & On sides of the building.

Kid-friendliness: Granddaughter loves coming here!”

“Green curry fried rice It good manu”

“Uh yeah these are Absofruitley some of the best açaí bowls I’ve had. We go very frequently and the service is friendly, fast and fresh! The outdoor seating area is cool too and they offer lids to take home in case the bowl is leftover. The portions are big!”

“We stopped here Saturday when we first got into town! Best food and best margaritas we have had in a long while. it was so good we came back Friday before we left. same experience. Everyone was so friendly and laughed and talked with us. We had a great time! They even had a gallon Margarita to go. YUM”

“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!!”

“This location never fails to provide an outstanding customer experience and serve delicious meals. By far, this is my favorite Longhorns location. Highly recommend trying this one if you haven’t yet!”

“We went in the a.m. opening hours is the new earlybird lunch time. The food was fast, and goodt. tater tots was crispy and golden, so the oil was clean. I like that. all in all a good outing for me and mine. The real deal sealer was the wife ate all her boneless wings so that's a winner winner chicken meat dinner right there!!!”

“The Craft Bar was a hit! We met up there for trivia on a Wednesday night. Runs from 7-9. The trivia was a great format with your standard questions as well as name that music artist in between questions. Host was great too! We had 4 adults and a 4 year old. I got an order of Mac and cheese to share and the meatloaf. While the Mac and cheese portion was on the smaller side- it was really good. Meatloaf with mashed potatoes and collard greens were also good. It was so much food, I split with my 4 year old. My wife got the salad with fried chicken and ranch dressing. It was good especially if you like bacon. They have a great craft beer selection here too. Overall great experience and we will be back- especially when trivia is going on!”

“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.”

“Amazing, very delicious food”

“Muy buena la comida que se sirve en este lugar”

“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”

“Awesome hangout spot the whole family loves it”

“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!!”

“Crunchy salmon skin hand roll so freaking good ? oh my God lol finally”

“Best barbecue ever and fast not fancy but very good food”

“Amazing food and great customer service”

“The food is really tasty. Whatever bread they use kicks it up a notch. I am not a big drinker, but I go for lunch. The people that work there are really sweet. Worth checking it out. 💖”

“Great bar with bands playing. Great sound system and friendly staff. Parking is challenging. I don't know if they have food or not. I didn't see a menu or anyone eating.”

“Laid back atmosphere with great food. Prices are what you’d expect for the area and I would say on the cheaper side comparatively.”

“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. 🥹”

“Delicious food & beautiful back patio!”

“Friendly , no waiting , sweet waiter is Tabitha , affordable compared to the tourist area .”

“Hands down one of the best bagel sandwiches I’ve ever had! Ever since moving down here a year and a half ago, I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect bagel sandwich and boy did I find it! The bagels are absolutely delicious between the crunch and lightness of the bagel. The sandwich part is proportional and absolutely bursting with flavor! Also love that its not a messy bagel that just falls apart. Overall just really impressed with this place. You may need to wait 5-10 minutes for your food but man is it worth it! 😋”

“Best food ever! Just like home cooking.”

“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 !!!”

“Sabrina T. was our waitress. She was an excellent server.”

“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.”

“Best food in Fort walton bch by far well worth the price I love the Place !”

“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”

“I love this place as breakfast and lunch also.”

“Daisy and Mya are incredible and treated me so nicely. Would come back on vacation again.”

“Came in 8:30pm doors were locked staff just staring at me and wont let me in, they need to change the closing time to 8:30pm since staffs decides to lock doors at 8:30pm”

“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!”

“FRIENDLY STAFF: YOU'VE TRIED OTHERS, NOW TRY THIS LITTLE GEM, FOOD IS GREAT PRICES ARE UNBEATABLE,”

“The service was excellent. I had the pulled pork sandwich with 2 sides and my friend had jerk chicken with black beans....all delicious.”

“First time visiting today, and I was extremally impressed with the food and staff, and I will definitely be back. I was also told that they will be soon opening another location at the CEFCO on MLK, which is even closer to me!”

“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 the food... Everything is Always tasty... Small Black owned business... Support this food truck.... The cook knows his thing... Effortlessly racked up some fresh food for me...great guy.. service matches the food...”

“the food is amazing and the fries are hands down the best thing ever. I had the shrimp Sammy and it was amazing. I had to go sleep off the amazing food on the beach.... definitely a place to eat and visit again!!”

“Rockin Tacos has great food, wonderful service and the view of the Gulf is spectacular!”

“Great staff and the food is amazing. we love taking the grandkids there! thanks Lost Pizza”

“our server Danielle was amazing....”

“the cowhead didn't disappoint! everything was go good. 5 stars would recommend. Johnny the general manager went above and beyond for us and our kids and sent them home with souvenirs give them a go you won't regret it.”

“the best place on the planet for food, atmosphere and a drink with friends. definitely recommend and would love to return one day!”

“I ordered the Crab Cake Benedict. I love both of those things but never had them together as a meal. I didn't plan on leaving a review but it was so good I had too. Sorry about the picture being partially eaten. This is a myst try.”

“the food is amazing and the fries are hands down the best thing ever. I had the shrimp Sammy and it was amazing. I had to go sleep off the amazing food on the beach.... definitely a place to eat and visit again!!”

“Traci is the best! Service is always great with her. I had the smoked turkey for dinner and it’s always great and never dry. Definitely one of my favorite dinners”

“Jack, Braydon and Aiden rocked out the pizza. Thin crust and great toppings!”

“Me encanta todo de este lugar!!!”

“I only ordered a Dr. Pepper but they let us fish on the docks, workers and customers we super nice and they all had no problem, and they even gave us unfinished scraps by request to use as bait. 10/10 experience and food looks great too.”

“Consistently good service and great food. I’m a picky eater and they always always cook my food the way I like it. Prices are right on par for the area. I love this place.”

“Best Donuts in the Emerald Coast hands down! Their Glazed Donuts, beat anyone else even though it's a classic, but my favorite are their Mochi Donuts. Go see for yourself!”