Local Places to Eat

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Bay Café

Informal eatery with a spacious waterfront deck offering old-school French cooking & wines.

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The Boardroom

Creative bar bites, wine & many craft beers on tap in a relaxed atmosphere with a surf theme.

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Marina Café

At Marina Café it is all about sensational food, attentive service and breathtaking harbor views from the candlelit dining room that envelopes you in soft colors, and high ceilings. Relax and enjoy their extensive wine collection with over 100 wines that perfectly complement the wonderfully progressive cuisine. With fresh daily seafood selections, USDA prime steaks, pastas, there is something for everyone at Marina Café.

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Domo Café

Asian fusion dishes, creative sushi rolls & bubble tea offered in a bustling, modern space.

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Neighborhood Café

Neighborhood Cafe is family-owned and operated in Fort Walton Beach, FL. Since opening May 1, 2005, they’ve treated every customer like they were a part of the family. Cozy brunch destination for American comfort fare, including hearty omelets, pancakes & sandwiches.

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Burrito Del Sol

Burrito Del Sol is a Mexican Restaurant serving fresh Baja-Style Mexican food in Downtown Fort Walton Beach, FL and in Destin, FL. All dishes are prepared in one of four signature styles including baja, chipotle, bbq, and southwest. They are 100% family owned and operated.

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AJ’s on the Bayou/Island/Destin Harbor

Since 1984, AJ’s Seafood and Oyster Bar has been serving cold Gulf Coast oysters and cool libations. What began as a popular local hang out known for fresh oysters and cold beer has grown into one of the most iconic “hot spots” on the Destin Harbor. From their humble beginning shucking oysters off the deck behind a small trailer on the Destin Harbor, they are proud to have grown to four locations along Florida’s Emerald Coast, serving the freshest seafood, best live music and most exciting water activities in the Destin area.

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Kinfolks

Kinfolks BBQ is located in Fort Walton Beach, FL. The reason they call their place Kinfolks is simple; They are just an old bunch of Kinfolks. Now they don’t claim to have the best Bar B Q, as Paw would say, “That’s being pigheaded.” Paw also said, “He just ain’t found nun better.”

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Sealand

Seafood, steak, pastas & Asian specials served in a family-friendly setting with floral touches. Local to Fort Walton Beach.

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Clemenzas

Convivial eatery known for choice Italian fare, including wood-fired pizza, plus weekend brunch

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Louisiana Lagniappe

GULF SEAFOOD… AT ITS BEST! For over thirty years we have been known for their Gulf seafood with a Creole flair.  The attire is casual, yet an upscale waterfront dining experience is provided for the entire family. 

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Alis Bistro

Ali‘s Bistro has the best traditional Italian food in the area, along with fresh seafood, perfectly cooked steaks, and brick oven baked gourmet pizzas. Enjoy your favorite wines and cocktails from our full bar and finish off your meal with one of Ali’s fabulous desserts.

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Boshamp’s

Locally sourced Southern-style seafood served in a casual setting with ocean views & two full bars.

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Stewby’s

STEWBY’S Seafood Shanty is a small take-out and dine-in seafood restaurant in Fort Walton Beach. STEWBY’S offers the most affordable and freshest local seafood available. All the seafood is fresh and locally bought. Eat on the heated and cooled enclosed deck or take it to-go. Stewby’s even has a drive thru for convenience.

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The Gulf

The Gulf on Okaloosa Island is located in Fort Walton Beach.  The trademark design elements of shipping containers, reclaimed, recycled and salvaged building materials contrasted with palms, sand and surf, creates an ambience of chic and casual elegance that always greets you warmly. Their emphasis is local ingredients and the seasonal menus take advantage of nature’s true gift to any cuisine.  The bar and music always anticipates just the right mixture to enhance the mood, and the staff’s genuine thoughtfulness sets the appropriate tone for every visit. It’s the bay front hideaway that you dreamed of and imagined someone would create for a perfect gathering of friends, family or loved ones.