45 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Mary Esther

“Delicious, fresh. We enjoyed the Mediterranean salad, steak sovlaki, and traditional gyro. Everything so flavorful!“

“Delicious! We have tried a couple of different sandwiches and they are ALL so good! Best service, best sandwich. 🥳“

“The Chai with Espresso was absolutely divine! This coffee hits different! I love it!“

“Love the salsas they are spicy and the burritos are huge and they’re wrapped so I can eat while driving.“

“Great service, Good food and variety, Fast Service! We were able to find something different for 2 adults, a teenager, a toddler, and a baby. For pricing reference - 3 sodas, 2 appetizers, 3 lunch entrees, 1 side, 1 small soup, 1 large soup, 2 specialty sushi rolls, and 1 avocado roll for $125.“

“I'm torn on recommending, honestly. We've eaten here twice with the 1st time being good and the 2nd time (tonight) being terrible! My son couldn't even eat half of his burrito and my chicken quesadilla had entirely too much cheese to the point it was basically just cheese! I removed as much of the cheese as I could. The middle aged lady that made ours this evening spoke way too fast to be able to understand her, lacked personality, and just slapped the dinner together without any care. The 1st time (when it was good), the younger blonde lady was super nice and did a great job at making our dinner that night. My son actually craved the burritos after the 1st night. After tonight...not so much!! They are a bit on the expensive side, as well.“

“My family and I LOVED Stewby’s! Definitely our favorite restaurant so far on our vacation! My husband got shrimp, I got the fried grouper, and our three kids all got the chicken fingers. Everything was amazing! Best fries anywhere! Also amazing desserts - banana pudding and key lime pie are delicious!! Amazing service from Audrey and the entire team! Highly recommend! 🫶🏽🤍“

“We visited the area for the first time in nearly two years last week. We were so happy to see Nicole still behind the bar! Not only did she recognize us out-of-towners, but even remembered all our names! Drinks are great, food is always stellar, and atmosphere is perfect. Can’t wait to come back, hopefully much sooner than later!“

“I’m actually at the Valparaiso restaurant. I’m here because of a would you like us on my EXND page. Jeffrey M. Lane this is the Wednesday lunch spot. First impressions is clean and bright. I like that it’s not cluttered, great space to sit and eat. The menu is perfect, not too much not too little. Was paying for the food and asked about tips, was told we don’t accept tips. My meal was $19.87, so I got burger, fries and a drink. SO LETS GET TO THE MEAT AND POTATOES 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. There are no freezers to store food, all veggie’s are cut fresh daily as well as all burgers made daily. The drink was un sweet tea. Delicious, the small fries was a huge portion, for this fat guy there was a lot(bravo), now to the burger. Smoked Cheddar Bacon Burger( I’m like Homer Simpson in a doughnut shop) the burger was a fantastic messy and full of fresh onions, mayo. Do not be in a suit and tie for this lol. I devoured that tasty burger, while listening to 50-60’s music. Catherine was at the register and explained everything, very friendly employees. This is a must place to go to. They have two locations and Fridays are open until 7:30 I believe. They are only open 10-2 pm in the Valparaiso location. This is a business I proudly support. So if you are in lower Okaloosa County drop by and enjoy this delicious burger with a tasty beverage (in my Pulp Fiction Voice). DEFINITELY 5 STARS IN THIS“

“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“

“Such good food! And great customer service 🤍“

“Joe is legit! Authentic Chicago beefs and dogs. I could eat here everyday. True piece of sweet home Chicago right here in FWB!“

“Great owner, bartenders, and business“

“Such a cute place, amazing food and service. Definitely one of our favorites!“

“ABSOLUTELY PERFECT AND SO DELICIOUS! My son is obsessed with the show Trash Truck but hard to find! I knew these cakes were delicious so I stopped in to order a small round cake and cupcakes. I told her just to do shades of green or blue cause I knew it would be delicious so just wanted the round for the topper I ordered. She told me she would check the show out and I sent her pics of the topper. She was super helpful on what to order! Again I did not really expect a very detailed cake just matching colors because I picked her mostly for taste. Best frosting I have ever had!! You guys…I went to pick up the cake and when she opened the box to show I had tears in my eyes. Wayyyy more than I expected and was absolutely perfect! Could not recommended more!!“

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

“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.“

“When we visited, they were out of açai, so they offered to make the base with pitaya instead. Honestly, I love the pitaya bowls even more than the açai, both are fantastic, but I wish they offered pitaya as a regular option. This place is a family tradition every time we come to Destin; we make it a point to stop. Açai so good , does the ever make it to the pic! Lol“

“10/10 There is a reason there is a line at the door 20 minutes before this place opens the doors on a Tuesday! Amazing food and service. 🍍“

“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.“

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

“Bangkok Bistro is my favorite place in town. Good staff and great food. you won't be disappointed.“

“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“

“Girls trip 2025! First time there and it was our favorite of the trip! Whitney, our waitress was absolutely the best! Sitting on the patio overlooking the water was the cherry on top! I had the blackened redfish with crawfish topping and it was so delicious! Also the pimento shrimp dip and the fried green tomatoes were delish!!! I even got 2 tees from the shop! Loved it and will definitely return! ❤️“

“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!“

“10/10 This place was so good and friendly! The owner Kaan was super friendly and I immediately loved his vibe the second we walked in he greeted us. The wait staff was extremely attentive and I loved how sweet she was! Definitely coming back with friends for the lunch and dinner specials!“

“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!“

“I love 7 brew! Their energy drinks are my fav & there are endless options for flavors and varieties. The staff is seriously always in the best mood. They’re so friendly and welcoming. I’m always happy with my drink & they do great deals every month plus a free drink every so often for rewards. Today, Ariel helped me out and she was so kind. I always leave with a smile on my face.“

“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!“

“The IPA beer was excellent crisp and flavorful. Unfortunately, the food didn’t live up to the same standard. The meatloaf tasted like a frozen dinner, lacking freshness and flavor. Also, be aware that the Happy Hour food menu isn’t offered upfront; you’ll need to specifically ask for it, as the staff won’t mention it on their own“

“Amazing Tex mex . Definitely worth it ! Pineapple salsa is to die for !“

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

“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!“

“Not your typical donut and I am here for it! The dough is almost like a croissant? It’s amazing! There is so many yummy flavors, our favorite is the French toast and Cookies and Cream! We haven’t tried them but they offer keto and gluten free options! We love going here!“

“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!“

“Its our favorite off-beach place to be when we are in town! The staff is always wonderful here!! If you enjoy the best ice cream in town & a fun putt putt course then this is your place!! ⛳️🍦“

“Our bartender was absolutely amazing! She was on spot with service and her humor and knowledge was amazing! Will definitely go back everytime she is ok shift!!! Misty“

“Best Poke Bowl!!!😍🫶🏻🤗 Excellent service!!😊😘“

“This was our first time and everything was amazing! The food was delicious! We had the wings, empanadas, and hummus for appetizers! We also had the lasagna, a burger, and the GI Jade special pizza! All of the ingredients tasted super fresh! We loved the outdoor seating atmosphere! Our server was CJ and he was a pleasure! So fast and accurate with our orders and so friendly! We loved getting to listen to the live band Paradise Vale as well! 100% recommend!“

“Delicious burgers, fries, tots, and shakes.“

“If you’re anywhere near the pier, run — don’t walk — to Anglers Beachside Grill. My son and I stopped in and had one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in a long time. The food was incredible, the atmosphere was fun and lively, and the service… top-tier.

A huge shoutout to Salvador and Jodi, who absolutely went above and beyond for us. They made us feel like family from the moment we sat down. We bonded instantly over football trash talk — I’m an Ohio State fan, while Salvador proudly represents that team up north (and yet, we still got along 🤣). Their personalities, attention to detail, and genuine kindness were the highlight of our visit.

As for the food — wow. My son ordered a burger that he said was the best he’s ever had, served with french fries that were golden, crisp, and perfect. I ordered the chicken breasts with Cajun cream sauce, succotash, and hush puppies that deserve their own moment of appreciation. Easily the best hush puppies I have ever had in my life. Light, crispy, flavorful — I could have taken home a bucket.

The restaurant sits right on the pier, with a relaxed, beachy vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. Between the incredible service, amazing food, and unbeatable location, this place is an absolute win.

We’ll definitely be back — even if Salvador continues rooting for the wrong team 😉
Highly recommend! 🌟“

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

“🦀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!“

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