Restaurants in Fort Walton Beach

Best Restaurants

The Gulf on Okaloosa Island 1284 Marler Ave, Fort Walton Beach Seafood • $$
1284 Marler Ave, Fort Walton Beach

“The crab legs were great! The atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing, and our bartender, Nicole, provided A++ service! Our dog had a great time, too. We’ll be back.”

4.7 Superb227 Reviews
Soi Bistro 234 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach Japanese • $$
234 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach

“Update #2 - staff here efficiently turn over tables without making you feel rushed. Can now also recommend the poke bowl and the Good Life sushi roll - YUM!Update- we came back with more people! Can now also recommend the teriyaki scallops! The garlic chili edamame were a bit bland, but everything else was exceptional!Original review: I am so glad my daughter wanted sushi - we love to find new places in FWB! We were seated with no wait on a Thursday night, and parking was ample. The food at Soi was fresh and delicious - we particularly love the gyoza, steamed but lightly pan seared and crispy on the bottom. The Jonesin roll was my favorite (and the wasabi tobiko was amazing), but we also loved the Mango Tango and the Cucumber wrap Kawaii. We didn't have the sashimi, but it was so pretty I asked the people next to us if I could snap a picture! Service was fast, attentive, and cheerful. We will be back, probably later this week!”

4.7 Superb106 Reviews
Holi Indian Cuisine (A Flavor of Joy) 280 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach Indian • $$
280 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach

“From the moment I walked in staff was super friendly and attentive. They explained the menu to me, spoke to me about the holi festival, and brought out my food quickly. The food was amazing, and the presentation was also very nice. I wish there were a few more signs explaining certain things about the restaurant and culture as some of their accents are hard to understand, but it was an excellent experience over all!”

4.6 Superb121 Reviews
STEWBY'S Seafood Shanty 427 Racetrack Rd NW, Fort Walton Beach Seafood • $$
427 Racetrack Rd NW, Fort Walton Beach

“Yes, it is a shanty and you order at a window. But the food is spectacular and as affordable as any seafood you can find. Very highly recommend and well worth a trip.”

4.5 Superb227 Reviews
The Shack 104 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach Seafood • $$
104 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW, Fort Walton Beach

“Best shrimp tacos anywhere. Great location over the water, next to the the marina. I'm a 40 years plus local to the Emerald Coast and this is one of my favorite places to eat. Just don't feed the seagulls!”

4.5 Superb220 Reviews
Istanbulfoodlovers 550 Mary Esther Cut Off NW STE 14, Fort Walton Beach Turkish • $$
550 Mary Esther Cut Off NW STE 14, Fort Walton Beach

“My dining experience at this restaurant was nothing short of amazing! The owner personally served us, and his friendliness added an extra layer of warmth to our meal. We tried the lahmacun and adana kebab, both of which were absolutely delicious! The flavors were authentic and left us craving for more. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for delicious Turkish cuisine served with a smile. Can't wait to visit again!”

4.6 Superb108 Reviews

Restaurants by Cuisine

Ali's Bistro 171 Brooks St SE, Fort Walton Beach Italian • $$
171 Brooks St SE, Fort Walton Beach

“Nicole L. Was amazing! Our whole experience was top notch! The food was just the cheery on top! If you don't get the lemonchello cake you'll regret it!!”

4.6 Superb95 Reviews
O’ Sha Thai Bar & Restaurant 326 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach Thai • $$
326 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach

“This is the second time my girlfriend and I have ordered take out from this restaurant. I wanted to wait till the second time to make sure the first wasn’t just a fluke. We have tried many Thai Restaurants around the FWB area and have decided this will be our go to for the best and most consistent Thai Cuisine.Some of the things I like is the fact that they use quality containers to package the to go orders. A lot of other places will use cheap styrofoam to go plates and they will crack and break and will leak all in the bag and sometimes in your car. O’Sha Thai uses hefty containers that are very durable and leak proof. Also you can wash them out and reuse them if you’d like.All of the employees I have talked to speak very good English and are easy to understand and very polite on the phone and in person. Also the restaurant is extremely clean.I usually get the beef and broccoli and my girlfriend likes the All season I think it’s called with beef. Also we get the crunchy rolls they are delicious!Will definitely recommend this place to everyone I know. The first visit wasn’t a fluke this is just a very well run business and I hope they do well.”

4.8 Superb42 Reviews
The Bavarian's Wirtshaus 24 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach German • $$
24 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach

“OMG!! I just saw this place as I was driving by and I had just talked about German food. I decided to try it. I am 1st Generation German born in America and know my way around German food. I will absolutely say that if you like German food and are in this area... you have to go here. Probably the best Jaeger Schnitzel and Spatzel I have ever had. This place was awesome and will be on my revisit list when I come back!”

4.5 Superb95 Reviews

Restaurants with Delivery

Jake & Henry's 138 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach Sports Bar • $$
138 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach

“Love the bartender, Jerry. He is fabulous. Matt, the owner is hands-on and “works” the floor as a great owner would do but we don’t see that often, do we? Cody does a nice job, too. We’ve had him as a bartender often.”

4.5 Superb83 Reviews
Vincenzo's Italian Bistro 414 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach Italian • $$
414 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach

“Hidden gem in Marriott Courtyard. A gourmet Italian restaurant. The shrimp carbonara was luscious! The live music was charming and not too loud. Do not miss this wonderful place.”

4.4 Superb109 Reviews
Coastal Kitchen 1500 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach Seafood • $$
1500 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach

“The pool is very nice and the rocks with water flowing down is a good feature. The music is also a good vibe. The rooms are made up well and has everything you need. There was a volleyball tournament while we were at the resort and the easy access to the beach made it easy for my family to watch it.”

4.8 Superb28 Reviews

Outdoor Dining

Bamboo Sushi Bar & Hibachi 9 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach Japanese • $$
9 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach

“It’s SO GREAT! I had the Pork Japanese Curry and a Mt Fuji roll. Great friendly service, large portions, and genuinely authentic tasting curry! Will absolutely be back when I travel back out this way.”

4.4 Superb92 Reviews
Juno's Sushi-Steak and Seafood 110 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach Seafood • $$
110 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach

“Great consistent food! Have been a long time customer and they have even remember what I order! This will always be my favorite place to eat Korean bbq & sushi.”

4.6 Superb32 Reviews
Old Bay Steamer 102 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach Seafood • $$$
102 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach

“As expected and worth the $$$. Well packaged pick up order. Delicious tuna dip, gumbo, and steamers.Back again in April 2024. Got the Surf and Turf (NY Strip and Shrimp) and the Surf and King (NY Strip and King Crab). Both come with complimentary house salads, red potatoes, and a vegetable medley.Medium-Rare steaks were cooked well, and plates had good portions of shrimp and crab with the 12 ounce steak. Might seem pricey, but it's quality food, and you'll leave stuffed. Great service today, too.Parking: There is some parking in the back.”

4.3 Superb126 Reviews

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Magnolia Grill 157 Brooks St SE, Fort Walton Beach Grills • $$
157 Brooks St SE, Fort Walton Beach

“My wife and I stopped in Friday night after reading about this restaurant. We had a fantastic experience. The place was so nice loved hearing about the history of the home. The food was amazing. We had the tomahawk steak. It was one of the best tasting steaks I’ve had. Wonderful portions and the veggies were delicious also. We will definitely be back and have been recommending to our friends.”

4.3 Superb96 Reviews
Fresh Cravez 42 Eglin Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach Juice • $$$
42 Eglin Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach

“Really impressed with this juice company. I discovered them while visiting Florida but after trying then, I had to have them shipped to me. It literally taste like LIFE. The flavors are health conscious and innovative blends. I only wish each bottle was bigger. Practical serving size and fairly priced. I can't get enough. I have the spicy yellow blend for breakfast every morning.”

5 Superb11 Reviews
LongHorn Steakhouse 544 Mary Esther Cut Off NW, Fort Walton Beach Steak House • $$
544 Mary Esther Cut Off NW, Fort Walton Beach

“We were already in the parking lot so we decided to go for a steak. For starters we had the stuffed mushrooms and they were to die for. I had the renegade sirloin and red rock shrimp with fries and the fire grilled corn on the cob. My oldest had a flo's filet and my other had a bowl of the shrimp and lobster chowder. I thought mine was supposed to come with a salad but I think she may have subbed the corn for it, I didn't realize until food was coming out. Service was great, she was on the ball with refills. I also had a coupon for a free desert but everyone was full so I picked one without ice cream and took it to go. It's very pricey there so we don't go often. This time was well worth the wait.”

4.2 Good97 Reviews

24 Hour Restaurants

Rick's Crab Trap 178 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach Seafood • $$
178 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach

“Me and my boyfriend love to come for date nights. I get a nice glass of wine and he always tries a different cocktail. We’ve had a bunch of different menu items over the years and we haven’t had anything we didn’t like. My favorite is probably the blacked seafood pasta. We love the grouper, salads, gumbo, literally everything. 10/10 recommend!”

4.1 Good84 Reviews
Downtown FWB Farmers Market(2nd and 4th Saturdays only) 139 Brooks St SE, Fort Walton Beach Street Vendors • $$
139 Brooks St SE, Fort Walton Beach

“Drove through on our way home from Coco Beach and decided to stretch our legs here, great market, loved the products! My husband bought "gator plums"?? And fell in love, he has been looking for them since.”

4.1 Good12 Reviews
Hightide Seafood Restaurant and Oyster Bar 1203 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach Seafood • $$
1203 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach

“My wife and I are down here for our 20th anniversary. The food was great, I had the grouper and my wife had the New York strip. Both were prepared perfectly and tasted wonderful. Took home a slice of key lime pie which was one of best I had in the area.”

4 Good87 Reviews

Takeout Restaurants

Bay Cafe French Restaurant 233 Alconese Ave SE, Fort Walton Beach French • $$
233 Alconese Ave SE, Fort Walton Beach

“Being in business for 40 years doesn't happen by accident. Impeccable dishes with great service at a quaint little romantic hideaway. Off the beaten path and hard to find, but beyond worth it. Try the spicy shrimp appetizer, it does not disappoint!”

4 Good92 Reviews
Rockin' Tacos 1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach Mexican • $$
1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach

“It was late, food was good, service could have been a tad better. There wasn't a whole lot of people there and we felt as if they want us out as soon as possible.”

4 Good227 Reviews
Waffle House 460 Racetrack Rd NW, Fort Walton Beach Breakfast • $$
460 Racetrack Rd NW, Fort Walton Beach

“I live in San Antonio and we don't have any close WH, so when I come to visit my family for Christmas I always stop here one time for food and every year the staff is so nice, they keep the restaurant and bathrooms clean. this is my favorite WH I hope the staff here all get raises ♥️”

3.9 Good53 Reviews

Drive-Thru Restaurants

Cash's Liquors 31 Beal Pkwy NW, Fort Walton Beach Cocktail Bar • $$$
31 Beal Pkwy NW, Fort Walton Beach

“It doesn't have a lot of ppl flow generally, but it has 2 pool tables, room to dance, & great drink deals. The service & most patrons are nice. Although the drinks are well priced, the attached liquor store is slightly high...”

3.7 Good13 Reviews
Clemenza's at Uptown 75 Eglin Pkwy NE #126, Fort Walton Beach Italian • $$
75 Eglin Pkwy NE #126, Fort Walton Beach

“Since I don't live in the area, I've only had the pleasure of dining at Clemenza's at Uptown on two occasions (so far!).? Each visit was such a DELIGHTFUL TREAT!Upon entering the restaurant & being greeted, I felt GENUINELY welcomed in. I'd describe the atmosphere as EASY, CLASSIC, COMFORTABLE, ELEGANT. The service was OUTSTANDING! ...it's as if the servers are GLAD to be there & they KNOW they're about to give you an AMAZING dining experience! The food was EXQUISITE? both visits, IMPECCABLE! I'm sure I'll be visiting again when I'm back in the area & I'm definitely looking forward to it!Parking: The parking lot (located right outside the restaurant) provides plenty of parking possibilities.Wheelchair accessibility: Although I didn't notice any wheelchairs during our visits, the entrance does appear to be wheelchair accessible & there are tables that would easily & efficiently accommodate a wheelchair.”

3.9 Good91 Reviews
Crab Island Café 573 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach Cafe • $$
573 Santa Rosa Blvd, Fort Walton Beach

“I had an Amazing Charizo omelet that was to die for with the biggest breakfast tots ever. Not to mention our mango cocktails. The atmosphere is exactly what u want at an early breakfast. Quaint and quiet and server was kind and prompt.”

3.6 Good16 Reviews

Cheap Eats

Crab Trap, Fort Walton Beach 1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach Seafood • $$$
1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach

“Awesome place!! Food was amazing and service was over the top. We had a party of 95 and they had our seats waiting for us! Our party was seated and served and out within an hour and a half!”

3.9 Good170 Reviews
Taste Tapas & Wine Bar 196 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach Tapas Bar • $$
196 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach

“The staff is amazing, the pours are hearty, & the atmosphere makes every single guest feel like they are a local. Having been born in FWB many moons ago, that feel is one-in-a-million! Their brunch is AMAZING!!!”

3.8 Good55 Reviews
Sealand Restaurant 47 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach Steak House • $$$
47 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach

“Three couples had an incredible dinner last evening. HUGE menu! Aaron was a great server and the food was amazing! Peaceful atmosphere! We enjoyed lobster, ravioli, scallops, trigger fish, and a seafood platter. The salads and bread were delicious, as well. Top Shelf!We couldn’t pass up the desserts so we took them to go.Strawberry cake, key lime pie, cheesecake, and crème bruleé! Delicious!!!”

3.8 Good104 Reviews

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