Restaurants in Fort Walton Beach

“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!!”

“I went their for the first time today and got a veggie sandwich. It was delicious and huge! The house made ranch was super yummy. And the lady at the front was very sweet. Will definitely be returning!”

“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!”

“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! 🫶🏽🤍”

“Louisiana here, all restaurants along the beach had a 3+ hour wait. So we decided to go across more in the town and try something new. No wait just walked in a very classy inside. We have never had Korean BBQ, everything we ate and drank was phenomenal. My Louisiana taste buds were very pleased! I would definitely come back on my next Florida stay if I am in the area.”

“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”

“Breakfast is my favorite meal therefore I am super critical....let me say with great enthusiasm that this was the best breakfast in my area by leaps and bounds. They absolutely knocked every aspect out of the park. Food was perfect, French toast, omelette, biscuit & gravy. Customer service, speed of service was phenomenal. All of the staff was super friendly, doing a great job of trying to upsell me without being pushy. For real.... everything was just right. They even held the door open for me when I left. If you want to see a team clicking on all cylinders go here.”

“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!!”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had the absolute pleasure of eating at The Rican Vegan during Food Truck Friday, and wow, what an experience! Our daughter Penelope is a picky eater, but she was hooked after one bite of the rice and beans. We also ordered the nachos, and they were to die for. We even brought some home for my husband, and he swore there was no way it wasn’t meat! What really made the experience unforgettable were the owners, Aria and Josh. We sat near their booth for a bit before ordering and got to witness how they interacted with everyone — so much kindness, warmth, and genuine passion. They offered samples and made every person feel welcome. Please do yourself a favor: go meet them, try their food, and support this incredible business. You won’t regret it!”

“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! 🫶🏽🤍”

“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.”

“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 ☁️”

“this was delicious! Great bacon cheeseburger and chili cheese fries! everything is hot and fresh!”

“Such good food! And great customer service 🤍”

“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!”

“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 just recently moved here from Chicago and this place nailed it with an authentic Italian Beef! I was skeptical but this is it! I’ll be back…. ALOT!”

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

“Food is delicious! Very convenient!”

“We went here multiple times on our Okaloosa Island vacation. Our first stop after getting off the airline because we were starved. Family steamer was fantastic! Had to make more stops before we returned home. Each time was fantastic!”

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

“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!”

“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!”

“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”

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

“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.”

“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! ❤️”

“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.”

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

“The best tacos in Fort Walton Beach! I highly recommend visiting this 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!”

“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”

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

“Oh my goodness, one of the best meals I've ever had!! The crab encrusted snapper was absolutely delicious and those are the best, most silky mashed potatoes I've ever tasted. We'll be back for sure.”

“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!”

“Mike was a great server! He was attentive, funny, and very proactive in his service. The restaurant was very clean and the workers were polite. This Olive Garden is probably the best one I have ever been to.”

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

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

“Was greeted with a friendly hostess and seated promptly! Staff made the experience fun and inviting. My husband had the beef fried rice and I had the chicken yakisoba plate. Both meals were full of flavor and very savory. We will definitely be back!”

“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”

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

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

“Best burgers and fries ❤️ 🍔🍟”

“First time burgers are gggoooooooddd”

“Everything was so amazing. This is the first time my husband and I were at a whataburger, we were trying to live out our King of the Hill dreams! The food, the service and just all around was awesome! Our cashier was friendly and attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back next time we are in Destin!”

“We had an absolute blast! The food was awesome! Great portions, great taste, even better waiter!!”

“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!”

“I went for the 1st time it was all around great Staff was super nice and the food was also amazing will definitely be coming back !!!!”

“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.”

“Gluten-free French toast, hooray! Delicious food, plenty of options, kind service!”

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

“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.”

“Pulled into their parking lot by mistake, decided to try the food, and it was really good. Prices are very reasonable and I can't wait to go back and try more items on the menu 😋.”

“If you ever miss traditional German food, this is the perfect place to go. Everything tastes and looks just like back home. I can’t wait to bring my family here next time.”

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

“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.”

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

“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,”

“Great owner, bartenders, and business”

“Great food! Never disappointed! Wonderful service. Our favorite!”

“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.”

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

“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’ve been going to Radbar for 5 years. Everyone is kind, and the conversations with the girls are always fun to have! Theme and Contest nights are the most fun you can have on any weekend, and Radbar does it right! The drink selection is A+ with IPAs and Coolers for adults and sodas and waters for underage gamers. Keeping it open for everyone till 9pm gives the younger people a chance to experience old school arcades, but of course after 9, it’s a nice relaxing getaway for gamers! 10/10 will keep my business every time!”

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

“The food Is amazing!!! Great experience!!! Super friendly people!”

“Mike, the bartender is a master! From crafted martinis and smoked old fashioneds he can do it all! Super humble local spot with great drinks and vibes! Settle in and strike up a conversation!”

“My daughter celebrated her sweet 16 while in town for a spring break softball tournament. We contacted this bakery, the day before her birthday, and they were able to come through with a beautiful sweet 16 cake! It was delicious, and I would highly recommend! !”

“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 cake is the reason we stopped by. 4 different pieces: lemon blueberry (best i have ever had), orange creamcicle, red velvet and coconut cream. All fantastic! Heard the meat load is amazing, I will be partaking again.”

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

“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!!”

“Me encanta todo de este lugar!!!”

“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.”

“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. 🥹”

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

“Amazing food and great customer service”

“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”

“Nothing like good BBQ at 10:00 am. Had ribs and chicken. Great Smokey flavor. No sauce needed.”

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

“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! 😋”

“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”

“The food was great and the service was awesome, it was my birthday n our waitress was so sweet she even put a candle on my birthday pie that I had to get to go because I was to full to eat it there, they made my day feel special”

“Cool little coffee food truck beside a few other food trucks built into an old car wash grounds that is now a nice quiet relaxing spot to enjoy coffee. Best Cortado I’ve had bar one in Dubai.”

“Everyone was very professional from taking the order to delivery! This red velvet macaron cake was out of this world good!!!”

“OMG! 😱 This place is sooo good!!!! We have been looking for a good Thai place since we moved from Houston and have finally found it !! Food is so authentic , homemade and healthy . Price is very good as well considering this is a buffet . We will be back over and over again !”

“This place has such a cozy, homey vibe. The waitress was extremely nice and friendly, and every employee we encountered was courteous. The food was good. Overall great experience. Definitely worth a visit!”

“I was at the FWB location last week because I had some other errands to run around dinner time. The staff was very friendly, and my food arrived quickly. It was delicious, and I'm glad I stopped by.”

“Delicious food & beautiful back patio!”

“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!”

“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.”

“We had a very good experience at this IHOP this morning. The food was served fresh, hot and just like we ordered. The manager, Lynn made sure our food was served just right. She was polite, friendly, and upbeat. She made our visit an enjoyable one!”

“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...”

“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! 🫶🏽🤍”

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

“we had the best waitress ever she was amazing. the food was delicious also”

“Breakfast is my favorite meal therefore I am super critical....let me say with great enthusiasm that this was the best breakfast in my area by leaps and bounds. They absolutely knocked every aspect out of the park. Food was perfect, French toast, omelette, biscuit & gravy. Customer service, speed of service was phenomenal. All of the staff was super friendly, doing a great job of trying to upsell me without being pushy. For real.... everything was just right. They even held the door open for me when I left. If you want to see a team clicking on all cylinders go here.”

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

“our server Danielle was amazing....”

“The Juicy Lucy burger is amazing! the onion rings have such a great flavor! best Burger i have had in a long time!!”

“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! 🫶🏽🤍”

“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!”

“I went their for the first time today and got a veggie sandwich. It was delicious and huge! The house made ranch was super yummy. And the lady at the front was very sweet. Will definitely be returning!”

“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.”

“Gluten-free French toast, hooray! Delicious food, plenty of options, kind service!”

“Me encanta todo de este lugar!!!”