Down Island Gulf Seafood Restaurant
2780 US-98, Santa Rosa Beach
(850) 777-3385
Customers' Favorites
Baked Oysters with Shrimp and Pork Belly
Pistachio Creme Brulee Cheesecake
Third Street Roast Beef PO'Boy
Creamed Leek Shrimp Pork Belly
Chocolate Peanut Butter Mouse
Seasonal Sourdough Toast Mkt
Wood Fired Gulf Oysters
Leek Cream and Crab Soup
Pistachio Creme Burlee
Leek Cream & Crab Soup
Recent Reviews
Last night we ate at Down Island Seafood restaurant in Santa Rosa Beach. The owner Stefani sat us down and when we told her we were vegan her eyes lit up. She’s a registered dietician and she’s dairy-free herself. Stefani talked with us throughout our time there even though we had a great server, and she went over all the options they could veganize and other things the kitchen could create for us off-menu.
We ended up getting the brussels sprouts that came with pistachios,...
Where to even start?! This place is absolutely phenomenal. Let’s start with the vibes and the service- amazing. Step into the laid-back vibes of Down Island, and you are greeted by incredibly attentive and friendly waiters. They also have live music on Friday nights. All THREE times my husband and I went (on our five day vacation), we were greeted by the owner, Stefani. She is simply amazing- truly one of the friendliest people I have ever met. Kyle was a wonderful waiter and...
This must be one of the best kept secrets in the Santa Rosa Beach area. Words cannot describe our delight in finding this place and, once we found our way there, we went twice during our stay in the area. The restaurant building itself is fresh and cozy with both a first floor and upstairs dining area. Down Island has an artsy vibe with hand made pottery water glasses and various pieces of art displayed throughout. The chef and wait staff’s love and knowledge of the food...