Restaurants near Valparaiso

“Such a fun lil’ dining spot! Casual with a great menu selection and cocktail and beer menu also! Small area inside for dining, with outdoor patio and inside bar! Also have a dock to come by boat! Not a lot of parking available, but can park on roadside and at Compass Rose a Walk down. Loved the Gouda & Bacon oysters! Fresh with lots of melted Gouda & crispy bacon! Come with grilled bread! 🥖 The frosty cold IPA & 🍺 3rd Planet “Your my little boy Blue”Blueberry Beer, was a bonus! Great place for a get together, family meal, or just to have a drink and snack or lunch-dinner! The view is beautiful, and 3 house cats 🐈 hanging around, to entertain! Will definitely be back!”

“Holy Guacamole — This Place Is Nacho Average Mexican Spot! To get to the main event: the quesadilla. Oh. My. Guac. This wasn’t just the best quesadilla I’ve ever had — it was quite possibly the pinnacle of human culinary achievement. The tortilla was golden, crisped to perfection with just the right amount of buttery char. And inside? A molten lava flow of cheese so rich and gooey it could’ve been declared a national treasure. Add to that the perfectly seasoned meat (I went with the chicken, but I suspect any option would be un-burrito-ble) and a side of their homemade salsa that added just the right kick — I was completely cheesed off… in the best way possible. I was also thoroughly impressed by the attention to detail — the tortillas tasted freshly made, the toppings were thoughtfully layered, and even the slaw had crunch and flavor that made each bite nacho run-of-the-mill. Service? Absolutely en-taco-ging. Friendly, fast, and full of great recommendations! If you’re looking for a place that delivers on authenticity, flavor, and an all-around good time, this restaurant really tortilla new one! In short: • Best quesadilla ever? Check. • Amazing tacos? Check. • Left in a state of blissful food coma? Absolutely. • Would I go back? You bet your guac I would. Do yourself a favor and get your taco-loving self to this place. It’s nacho something you want to miss.”

“Best coffee shop in Niceville hands down”

“The food is amazing! Friendly and again the food is so good.”

“This is the best place in the area. I’ve driven an hour just to go here. Always look forward to going here. The food is always good and the service is also very friendly and professional. He constantly cleans the table and disinfect the door which is very comforting these days. Food is always and constantly great. Tastes the same every time I went. Also, love summer bean dessert wish it was year round if I had to complain about something. Lol. Highly highly recommend !!!!”

“The setting and the food are incredible! Tonight I had the lobster tacos for dinner with the e tuna dip for an appetizer to share, but honestly I could have just eaten my weight in hush puppies and strawberry butter. Our server Mackenzie was fantastic! Friendly, fast, and kept us well supplied. Also, she recommended a fantastic drink!”

“A gem in the small Fort Walton Airport”

“Great food with excellent service. Kristen exceeded all service expectations. We will be back very soon. Best breakfast in town.”

“We had such a fun time at Fudpucker’s! My son absolutely loved the gator interactions—it was definitely the highlight of our visit. Everything was exciting and super engaging for kids. The food was great too—everything we ordered was delicious and made the whole experience even better. Emily, the photographer, was amazing! She was so kind, knew exactly what she was doing, and worked quickly while still capturing great moments. We really appreciated how smooth and easy she made everything. Overall, such a memorable and family-friendly place. We’ll definitely be back!”

“Great Italy like experience. Food is served hot and taste amazing. There is a large selection of food with a kids menu that has real food! Service is good and very family friendly.”

“Don’t let the plain exterior fool you, this place is dope. Julianne greeted us with a smile and was an excellent host/server. They have Gluten free garlic cheesy bread as well as gluten free pizza crust that is fantastic. Had a couple of the specialty pizzas and am in heaven. Run, don’t walk to Merlins!”

“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!”

“Great dining experience! Food was amazing and our server Tiffanee was top notch! She was knowledgeable and made great recommendations!”

“We went for the first time today. The food was excellent, the service was timely, friendly and the prices were incredibly reasonable. I will be back and whole heartedly recommend this restaurant.”

“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. 🫶🔥🔥”

“My team and I have had the opportunity to dine at Dat Burrito Place multiple times over the past month, and each visit was a delightful experience from start to finish. I can confidently say that their commitment to friendly and prompt service is unmatched. From hearty burritos and flavorful rolled quesadillas to mouthwatering Mexican street corn, rich and savory birria, and light and crispy fish tacos, there's something to please every palate on their menu. Treat yourself and support local by giving Dat Burrito a try!”

“Best Indian food in Destin!”

“Awesome food for the price. Food was fresh rice was on point sticky iky….Chicken had a good smoky teri taste and pork was juicy wet!!!!!”

“Recently my husband and I dined at Marina Cafe in Destin. Wow!! We so enjoyed our experience! Fantastic views, fabulous food and the service was excellent! We will definitely be back the next time we visit the area!”

“Food was amazing! Customer service was great!! Very freindly”

“I absolutely love Suras ambience and decor! Our service was amazing and the seafood Risotto was delicious. I will definitely be back.”

“I think this was the best ice cream I've ever had. I sampled 2 and ordered 2 scoops of brown butter bourbon truffle ($8.08). Only a few inside tables but plenty for an evening in December. I noticed the candy/fudge options bur didn't purchase on this trip. 10/10 recommend!”

“We were in the area for a week and went to East Pass almost every morning for the best coffee and breakfast!”

“The food was incredible and the people and service were top notch. Satisfying, filling, healthy meals with leftovers to please both a vegan and omnivore. Thank you Rican Vegan for being perfect with what you do!”

“Thank you so much for opening this. I have been dying for a donut shop around here that serves kolaches. My husband came to see you this last Sunday and got there around noon and y’all still had kolaches and glazed donuts and they were SO good and reminded us of Texas donut shops. We will be back this weekend!”

“Wondah never misses. The coffee is always top-tier, the atmosphere is chill and welcoming, and the staff genuinely cares about what they’re making. You can tell they put effort into quality and consistency, not just rushing drinks out. It’s the kind of place you want to hang out, study, or just start your day right. Easily one of my go-to spots, and I highly recommend.”

“Went to Fish-On in Destin today and had an awesome experience. The manager and chef both came out and introduced themselves, which you don’t see much anymore. We learned they’re one of only three restaurants in Destin serving locally caught seafood that’s truly fresh — never frozen — and you can taste the difference. The chef has been on Hell’s Kitchen twice, and you can tell he takes real pride in what he puts on the plate. Everything we ordered was excellent, and the prices were surprisingly fair for the quality you’re getting. If you’re in Destin and want something legit, this place is a hidden gem. Highly recommend.”

“I’ve never been in restaurant like this, the ribs and the brisket is so delicious! I high recommend it! 🍖🍴🤤”

“This place is adorable. I love the avocado toast!”