Restaurants in Santa Rosa Beach

“Great food, great service!”

“Hands down the best dining experience on 30A, if not Florida. It is genuine, caring, delicious. 100% michelin star worth. The selfish side of me hopes they get their Michelin star soon so I can brag about being there before it happened. I live in the area and will take every person that visits to M&P anytime they visit. If i don’t have visitors I will go solo, it is spectacular. The chef is amazing and deserves every award he receives and more. I can’t wait to go back. Their service is spectacular, the food is unbelievable, there is nothing like this in the area. The staff is exceptional, they have everything down to a science. They should be training the rest of the 30A restaurants, they were exceptional. The only bad note I have is I worry how popular this spot will become. I love being able to get a reservation in the next few weeks. That soon will be difficult if not impossible. I’m so happy that will become a problem. I will be back as often as possible, and I will recommend M&P to every person I meet.”

“Had a birthday dinner for my wife here last weekend for a party of about 8 and the service was fantastic and the food delivered! Highly recommend!”

“What an incredible well run team of professionals! From the GM running the show at the door seating people, to every single person working the floor. The service was impeccable, the food was delicious. Chicken Carbonara, Chicken Parm, Fettuccine Alfredo, and Spaghetti Marinara. The garlic knots so good. Family of four with two kids and we loved every bot of the experience! Thank you Mimmos!”

“I absolutely Love Pecan Jacks ice cream. Matt, Ava and Barnes were super nice and so helpful! Their chocolates are Fabulous also! Make sure you stop in and say “Hi” to Matt!”

“Stopped in for a drink and some oysters and found the restaurant quite charming. It was a nice afternoon and there is plenty of shady, covered outdoor as well as lots of indoor seating. Service was a little slow but at least two different servers checked on us.
Staff was friendly and knowledgable. The raw oysters tasted good but were not fresh shucked. I would recommend the grilled oysters they were delicious. Prices were good and overall just the atmosphere is worth a stop at this cool place.
Stopped in for lunch another day and the grouper sandwich was good but the service was, well not as good and it seemed to take way too long for a grouper sandwich. But it was cooked perfectly and delish. Definitely be going back, recommend sitting outside.

Urban Cowgill Oct. 2024”

“All I can say is WOW!! The best Pad Thai I’ve ever had and the spring rolls were so delicious!! Everything is so fresh and authentic and so amazingly good!!! I definitely will be back!!”

“This place is a gem on 30A & I always love coming and getting buffalo wings with lemon pepper sprinkled on them. They are always piping hot and served with delicious crinkle fries and a smile. Support this amazing veteran-owned local restaurant!!”

“Great atmosphere, great service, a very short menu which was perfect and the food was great!”

“We had the Chicken Pesto pizza as described and it was the best we have ever eaten. Totally recommend this pizza establishment!!”

“Best Italian food in the area!”

“Pazzo was recommended by Trish at the front desk of Embassy Suites and BOY are we glad she did. We didn’t make reservations (but should have) and had to sit at the pizza bar but it was perfect. It was warm and toasty on a bitterly cold night. My husband had the chicken parm and his only complaint was that there wasn’t enough chicken. My kid ordered off the adult menu and got ravioli with pesto and marinara and gave it FIVE BOOMS! I am not into pasta so I ordered the mussels and a Caesar salad and both were delicious. I highly recommend this as a spot to hit when in the Destin area.”

“Loved the food, service and ambiance. One of 30A’s best dining experiences.”

“Go once a week. My favorite restaurant.”

“Fresh, delicious salad with a variety of wonderful ingredients. Smoothies are also great. Lots of choices”

“Love their Seltzies and the chill vibe - and lots of fun events hosted there. Cant wait to go back.”

“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 they prepare is evident. I had the fried oyster salad and fried oyster flat bread and my husband had fish of the day both nights (because it was so delicious) and we were both blown away by the quality of the meal. The wait staff on both occasions was friendly, could describe the meals in great detail (with love) and made us feel like we were part of the Down Island family by the time we had finished our meal. This is exactly the place we have been looking for in all the years we have vacationed in the pan handle of Florida. Down Island Gulf Seafood Restaurant is not to be missed. Bravo to all!”

“That fried grouper sandwich at Shunk Gulley was straight bussin. No cap.”

“Great food and service! Outdoor seating”

“Cava and Cakes made a delicious (and adorable) grooms cake for my son’s wedding AND a dozen gluten free/ dairy free cupcakes to accommodate some dietary needs that were also yummy! Great people and fabulous sweets! Thanks Cava & Cakes 🧁”

“Great spot! Crispy duck was sooo good! Panang curry also delicious. Really friendly staff.”

“We had an exceptional experience tonight at Stinkys. Our seats overlooked a small bay, the service was awesome, and the food was great! Our server was Nick and he was incredible - especially for helping us with our 2 small girls. We look forward to returning and hope for another great experience and awesome food!”

“Great way to spend an afternoon. Meet new friends and celebrate with old friends. Absolutely the best beer on tap!”

“Best seafood this trip, food was excellent and wonderful service … glad we stopped”

“We stopped here early on a weekday afternoon while on vacation and we're glad we did. Lots of different varieties of beer to choose from, too many in one visit so we ordered a flight and they were all very good. I wish I were a local; if I'm ever in the area again I'll definitely come back.”

“Very friendly and helped me out with finding other places. I had already eaten, but they let me fill my water jug and also make some tea with their hot water. Nice folks. I heard they have excellent food and I plan to eat there when I’m back.”

“Great food!! Friendly staff! We will be back!! Check it out! Five stars⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Food and service were. outstanding. Will definitely be back.”

“Great food and atmosphere! We will be back again!”

“Very nice guys who were working here Very good food, excellent service!! Give them a tip don’t be cheap 👍🏻”

“Food was great! Service was better! Val made it so fun! Looking forward to coming back!!”

“The most high quality food and drinks on 30a. Everything about this restaurant is amazing !”

“Wonderful fried grouper baskets. A family and friends tradition for the past 30 years. We always have lunch there when we spend the day at the beach.”

“We have been coming to Basmati's for over 20 years! As locals here on 30-A we have not found any other restaurant that compares to them! We usually eat our same favorites Asparagus/Crab soup, House Salad and Firecracker Grouper!!! Owners are always present working alongside their servers to make sure we have the best experience! Last night was husband's birthday and the Chocolate /Oreo Crust dessert with Asian Red vanilla bean ice cream topped it off! Great food, great atmosphere! (My birthday is in a few weeks!)”

“Food was amazing! Will definitely be back !”

“Bud & Alley's is the best waterfront dining in Seaside and likely all of 30A. The breakfast is particularly excellent, and the staff is attentive and kind. They fed our large group and everyone loved it. The Longleaf Writers Conference is a big fan of Bud & Alley's - a supporter of our local educational outreach program for ten years! (The rooftop bar for sunset can't be missed.)”

“Awesome Coffee Shop!!! - Locally owned and operated! The owners are friendly and very espresso savvy! 5 out of 5!!! Best coffee shoppe in the area by far!”

“Best crab house in Destin!! Been coming for years!”

“A total dive. No pretensions, just good food at a good price. Great place to get a filling lunch with many options. Lots of working men and women in and out and that is a good sign.”

“"The Official Beer of the Longleaf Writers Conference" - Grayton Beer Company is a real class organization, with an excellent product. The Beach Blonde is the favorite for our people, but the Rose Goes is also popular. Grayton Beer Company has been supporting our local educational outreach program for years now, and their generosity helps keep our thirsty volunteers lubricated and ready to work!”

“One of the favorite restaurants in the 30A area. Not only is their food delicious, (their prosciutto flatbread is amazing) but their customer service from the owner, to the managers, to the servers is exceptional!”

“Exceptional service, awesome food, best vibes”

“We went to your establishment Monday night just to grab a bite to eat late and the lady that was bartending (can’t remember her name) was absolutely fabulous!!! She went above and beyond her job. She was so friendly and kind and went out of her way for us. On top of the food being wonderful!!! We have family down there so this place will be my go to when we are visiting!! Great food, great service and a beautiful place. Can’t wait until it’s warmer to experience the atmosphere. This place deserves an A++”

“Excellent hamburger and the best green bean side with bacon and peppers ! Funky decor and great singing !”

“BRING BACK THE SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS!!!!!!! We drove 5.5 hrs straight to #Hobag in hopes of having the enchiladas. We were very disappointed to find they were no longer on the menu. The food we did order was good but nothing compares to the enchiladas!!! Bring them BACK !!!!”

“One of the favorite restaurants in the 30A area. Not only is their food delicious, (their prosciutto flatbread is amazing) but their customer service from the owner, to the managers, to the servers is exceptional!”

“100% Kona coffee is LIFE!”

“Seriously the best tacos I’ve ever had and such quick service. Would 10/10 recommend”

“Had a 9 inch round chocolate cake filled with raspberry filling and topped with vanilla butter cream. It was great! Moist, lots of filling and the frosting… wow”

“5 Stars

This food is amazing and I highly recommend the chicken sandwich as it was possibly the greatest food I have consumes in my 15.5
years on this planet. The service was great, Shelby (my waitress) was kind and had very good service. Highly reccomenf”

“Everyone was very friendly, and food was delicious.”

“The best Thai food in the area. The red curry and pad Thai are awesome.”

“Topped off a beautiful day with this awesome ice cream ! Our little guy enjoyed all the flavors!!🍦”

“This place quickly became my favorite! Everything here is amazing! Staff is so nice! Love everything about this place.”

“The best snow cones ever!”

“Stopped in for a great coffee after bike riding the area in the morning. Good selection and good food options as well. Outdoor seating and a fun place to to relax.”

“Best drinks and happy hour in all of Seaside. Perfect place to come enjoy a good mojito and play cards. Half off drinks from 3-5pm, very nice! Bartenders were very kind!”

“Decent little place, read other reviews before going. Some of the lower star reviews reference, food, containers, tips, etc. I think compared to many of the other places locally, this place is cheaper in comparison. As such, the food will also be a lower quality but is still very good and filling.
Service was fine, I felt no need to tip as they only take your order at the register. You pick it up and clean up. I would go back. However, I would bring my own bottle of water as a soda is $4, and juice is $5. Seems overpriced for drinks.”

“Amazing company and even more amazing food! I had a hard time choosing from the menu because everything sounded delicious! I ended up choosing the Beach Caprese sandwich and it was 💯!!”

“Stopped in while visiting other shops in Seaside. Had a slice of the KeyLimePie, Dipped in Chocolate, on a Stick. Enough for all four of us to get a good taste. It was delicious.

The other items in the counter looks equally tasty. There was gelato and some awesome looking cookies.

Would come back again to try other treats.”

“Great place to get something to eat right in Seaside. They have a variety of things to eat besides pizza (when it's 85 degrees out, we weren't feeling like it) and they have nice drinks and beer. There's a happy hour from 3-5 at least on the weekdays that is pretty good.”

“Amazing coffee shop/ great pastries and friendly staff. Always visit a few times whenever I am in town — little gem”

“What a great place so helpful Thank you!!”

“I had the Blueberry Scone along with an Almond milk Cappacino, the fresh bake goods looked outstanding. Also had the fresh baked everything bagel and Loc board for main entrée breakfast. outstanding! a bit pricey but high quality..”

“Love this staple of 30A! Always a great time! Fun & Great Food!”

“The best bakery in town!!”

“it's more of a local place”

“I typically find that a location's Google rating is inflated, but that's definitely not the case for Pickle's, at least from our experience. We visited on a weekday in December, few other people there, and sat at The Sandbar. Calvin, the bartender, took care and time in giving us suggestions and just chatting about life, the area, traveling, and more - he made us feel welcomed and he was genuinely interested in getting to know us. We didn't have any of their drinks, but the food was stellar -- we tried the Smash Burger and Mac Attack Burger, alongside some Sweet Heat Wings -- all at Calvin's suggestion. It was all a winner.

Overall, we had a fantastic experience at Pickle's and truly can't comprehend a 3.5 rating for this place, when a 4.3-4.5 is certainly more accurate.”

“Best ice cream on 30A and we love the pastries!”

“Green juice was yummy and invigorating!”

“Love this place! Great food & a Great Time!”

“Food is fantastic. Great flavor. Love it. I will definitely be back the next time I am in town.”

“Food was delicious. Restaurant was nice and clean. Richard our waiter was terrific!! Went above and beyond to take care of us😊”

“The best coffee in Seaside! Amavida Coffee have been generous supporters of our local educational outreach program, serving up delicious coffee and amazing pastries each morning for our large group. The croissants are especially good; I ate one every day for a week. The Longleaf Writers Conference loves Amavida Coffee!”

“The waygu beef frank is an absolutely masterful improvement. This is gourmet hot dog stuff now!!!”

“Everything I have ever eaten at Chop Stix is always outstanding! I especially love the shrimp and veggie dishes and soups.
The quality of food is the absolute best!
The service is always fast and friendly,
this place amazes me every single time! Thank you, Angel ??”

“Cute little Airstream in Seaside where we got a All American grilled cheese. One of the last shops to close down, the service was fine, and the grilled cheese was phenomenal. It took a while to be prepared, but after taking the first bite, I could tell why... They cook that grilled cheese low and slow, getting the exterior of the bread nice and crispy while leaving the inside light and fluffy. The cheese steamed up all gooey. My only regret is not getting a picture of the cheese pull.”

“I had the Blueberry Scone along with an Almond milk Cappacino, the fresh bake goods looked outstanding. Also had the fresh baked everything bagel and Loc board for main entrée breakfast. outstanding! a bit pricey but high quality..”

“Excellent service. Awesome tasting food.”

“What a great place so helpful Thank you!!”

“Great lil coffee shop with wraps and smoothies. Charming atmosphere. I sat at a table across from the service area and watched them prepare drinks and food. The four staff were like coordinated dancers listening to customer orders and each performing their roles:Barista, flat-top cook, smoothie maker, wrap maker… and then they would shift seamlessly as multiple orders came in. Fun to watch an efficient super-friendly staff. The regular customers were very happy to be there. Had the egg, avocado toasted bagel w a tomato . Very yummy. Thank you.”

“We have been coming to Basmati's for over 20 years! As locals here on 30-A we have not found any other restaurant that compares to them! We usually eat our same favorites Asparagus/Crab soup, House Salad and Firecracker Grouper!!! Owners are always present working alongside their servers to make sure we have the best experience! Last night was husband's birthday and the Chocolate /Oreo Crust dessert with Asian Red vanilla bean ice cream topped it off! Great food, great atmosphere! (My birthday is in a few weeks!)”

“Shrimpers is a tradition for us on 30A. We celebrated our daughter’s engagement with some amazing large shrimp, swordfish, and grouper from Shrimpers! Superior quality seafood on the 98 or 30A area!!”

“Food was delicious. Restaurant was nice and clean. Richard our waiter was terrific!! Went above and beyond to take care of us😊”

“Awesome Coffee Shop!!! - Locally owned and operated! The owners are friendly and very espresso savvy! 5 out of 5!!! Best coffee shoppe in the area by far!”

“Great food, great service!”

“Great food!! Friendly staff! We will be back!! Check it out! Five stars⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Food was amazing! Will definitely be back !”

“Bud & Alley's is the best waterfront dining in Seaside and likely all of 30A. The breakfast is particularly excellent, and the staff is attentive and kind. They fed our large group and everyone loved it. The Longleaf Writers Conference is a big fan of Bud & Alley's - a supporter of our local educational outreach program for ten years! (The rooftop bar for sunset can't be missed.)”

“My husband and I stopped in on our way through Columbus Ohio, and we were thoroughly impressed with our meals! The food was delicious!! They had an atmosphere much like Condado tacos, but the bar was set much higher with Local Cantina- when comparing the two, the tacos were so much more unique and definitely more flavorful, the dips blew competitors out of the water, and the atmosphere was so much more authentic and unique! We loved our experience and can’t wait to come back! Highly recommend.”

“Delicious, fresh, and inexpensive. 🤤”

“Great food and service! Outdoor seating”

“The appetizers (fish dip and firecracker shrimp) were decent. The grouper tacos were fantastic! And the dessert (ice cream sandwich) was very good! The atmosphere is beautiful! The service was okay but tbf it was pretty busy!”

“One of the favorite restaurants in the 30A area. Not only is their food delicious, (their prosciutto flatbread is amazing) but their customer service from the owner, to the managers, to the servers is exceptional!”

“My grandparents went to AJ's Thanksgiving event. They have bragged to me non-stop about their server, the food, and the entire event. There was open handicapped parking right in the front. They sat at the bar and were served by the bartender. They didn't get her name but were thrilled with her friendly, attentive demeanor. The entire event was donation based, and an envelope was provided for privacy. I am so thankful to AJ's for hosting this event and to the staff who generously work the event.
Thank you!!!”

“I typically find that a location's Google rating is inflated, but that's definitely not the case for Pickle's, at least from our experience. We visited on a weekday in December, few other people there, and sat at The Sandbar. Calvin, the bartender, took care and time in giving us suggestions and just chatting about life, the area, traveling, and more - he made us feel welcomed and he was genuinely interested in getting to know us. We didn't have any of their drinks, but the food was stellar -- we tried the Smash Burger and Mac Attack Burger, alongside some Sweet Heat Wings -- all at Calvin's suggestion. It was all a winner.

Overall, we had a fantastic experience at Pickle's and truly can't comprehend a 3.5 rating for this place, when a 4.3-4.5 is certainly more accurate.”

“We went to your establishment Monday night just to grab a bite to eat late and the lady that was bartending (can’t remember her name) was absolutely fabulous!!! She went above and beyond her job. She was so friendly and kind and went out of her way for us. On top of the food being wonderful!!! We have family down there so this place will be my go to when we are visiting!! Great food, great service and a beautiful place. Can’t wait until it’s warmer to experience the atmosphere. This place deserves an A++”

“One of the favorite restaurants in the 30A area. Not only is their food delicious, (their prosciutto flatbread is amazing) but their customer service from the owner, to the managers, to the servers is exceptional!”

“We love Macho Taco, the food is great and the staff is always wonderful! Highly recommend!”

“Love their Seltzies and the chill vibe - and lots of fun events hosted there. Cant wait to go back.”