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Florida, United States Food Guide: 10 American food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Seaside
Find out what American restaurants to try in Seaside. Seaside is an unincorporated master-planned community on the Florida panhandle in Walton County, between Panama City Beach and Destin. One of the first communities in America designed on the principles of New Urbanism, the town has become the topic of slide lectures in architectural schools and in housing-industry magazines, and is visited by design professionals from all over the United States. The town rose to global fame as being the main filming location of the movie The Truman Show. On April 18, 2012, the American Institute of Architects's Florida Chapter placed the community on its list of Florida Architecture: 100 Years. 100 Places as the Seaside – New Urbanism Township.
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10. The Bay
Overall Ratings
4 based on 469 reviews
A gem sitting directly on Choctawhatchee Bay at the southern foot of the 331 bridge, The Bay is Chef Jim Shirley's latest South Walton sensation. The family-friendly restaurant features mouth-watering Southern gulf coast cuisine, sushi, a 12-draft beer sy
Reviewed By Lesley7103
My husband and I went there yesterday for a drink, thinking about staying for the music and bonfire.On entering restaurant we noticed a very strong smell of Garlic and grease not appetizing We were seated on the patio had a great view waited for around 10 minutes no server , we thought ok no table service my husband went to the bar and ordered our drinks, bartender did not utter one word except to give the total, while he was at the bar waitress came I said husband getting drinks, she then chastised me saying we have table service to which I said well no one waited on us ,and she said well I was not told I had a table , told her no big deal , she then asked if we were having dinner said no ,she grabbed the menus and left.First and last visitWe are very sorry to hear this and apologize that our service was not up to par. Would you please reach out to our GM - Joe Beane - at [email protected], with your contact info so he can get in touch and make this right? Thank you for the feedback. We will get to the bottom of this.
9. The Wine Bar - Watercolor on 30A
Overall Ratings
4 based on 246 reviews
Modeled after the popular flagship Wine World in Destin, but tailored for WaterColor's laid-back scene, Wine World's 30A location combines a sophisticated yet informal wine bar with a separate family-friendly mini-market and restaurant. The outdoor tables
Reviewed By Cheryl E
Came here for happy hour. Buy a carafe for the price of a glass-such a deal! Tried the hummus plate and it was tasty. Service was good, and it is a very casual atmoshere-. We ate outside and other had their doggies along. They have a market inside with many wines and cheeses.Thank you for sharing your experience, Cheryl! We are glad you enjoyed everything and look forward to serving you again next time you're in the area. Cheers!
8. Stinky's Fish Camp
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1942 reviews
Stinky's is the best seafood restaurant on 30-A. We offer a selection of fresh Gulf fish every day and a variety of Louisiana-inspired dishes. Very kid friendly.
Reviewed By abhardy2427
Long wait here, but actually worth it. We have fun sitting out under the tent with a great drink (or two) while we are waiting for our name to be called. The servers are all great, and friendly.
7. Great Southern Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1654 reviews
Grand Champion Executive Chef Jim Shirley opened Great Southern Cafe in 2006 in Seaside, FL. This casual restaurant fuses international cuisines with southern cooking using local produce from nearby farms and fresh seafood from the Gulf of Mexico. Here yo
Reviewed By TASunde
Had a nice family lunch. The food was good and service was a little on the slow side yet reasonable.
6. Bayou Bill's Crab House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 955 reviews
Straight from our local fishermen to your plate We offer a raw oyster bar, our special crab feast, shellfish, fish, and classic po-boy sandwiches.
Reviewed By 719gingerh
We visited Bayou Billâs a looooong time ago (more than 10 years) and it didnât leave an impression so it never came up again when we visited Destin. We stopped in when the other restaurant we wanted to go to was closed and we were pleasantly surprised. Place was nice and clean and the menu had been expanded to include some great looking dishes. Everything we had was good the Parmesan Shrimp being the favorite. The salad with the smoked tuna, pimento cheese, and shrimp salad was also great. Service was excellent! We will definitely put Bayou Billâs back on the list.
5. The Meltdown on 30A
Overall Ratings
4 based on 383 reviews
Founded in 2009 by restaurateur Chef Jim Shirley and his partner Kelli Castille the Meltdown on 30aâs home is in Airstream Row in beautiful Seaside, Florida. The Meltdown on 30a is located inside a vintage airstream trailer/food truck parked on the edge o
Reviewed By EtonCapital
There are so many choices its hard to decide, but whether you have the little ones with you or just want to splurge on something like grilled Brie cheese with bacon and tomato and onions, this place has it. A favorite of our clan.
4. Louis Louis
Overall Ratings
4 based on 565 reviews
LouisLouis is the sister restaurant of the famous and iconic Red Bar. It is very similar in style, and cuisine, but has it's own charm, and uniqueness about it. LouisLouis is casual dining, but with great service, and fantastic food options. Our menu is n
Reviewed By 672gabriellap
We have been coming down to the Destin area for an October beach visit for years and only discovered Louis Louis three years ago. The food is excellent; the decor/atmosphere eclectic; the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about their dishes; the owner is friendly and attentive (although we missed seeing him this is evening). Our food was excellent as usual. Heavy on the seafood (and why not?) you usually have five main entrees to choice from that are recommended for the evening with a few staple dishes that are always served. We enjoyed the Blackened Grouper, served with a salad and rice cake; Penne Pasta and shrimp served with a salad and pork loin served with a salad and mashed potatoes. Everything was tasty and cooked to perfection. For desserts, we had chocolate creme brulee and the best Key Lime pie we have every tasted. The desserts were homemade as was the whipped creme served on the side...heavenly!
3. Chanticleer Eatery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 731 reviews
Chanticleer Eatery is off the beaten path, but well worth the few extra minutes to find! We really put our heart into all that we do at Chanticleer. We make all that we can from scratch and that doesn't mean heat and serve! We bake all of our bread, slow
Reviewed By kellymK8242VB
Ok Iâm not going to be long winded but you will not go wrong if you order anything from here. I plan my trips by reviews and everything I have read about this place was spot on. GO! You will thank meEspecially for thePork chop - unbelievably goodShrimp and grits - what dreams are made ofCarrot cake homemade and huge!CookiesANY BREAD!Ok everything will be goodAnd ask for JoJoThey need to give her a raise
2. Seagar's Prime Steaks & Seafood
Overall Ratings
4 based on 343 reviews
Seagar's Prime Steaks & Seafood's steaks are truly a cut above. By serving only USDA prime, the highest designation of the eight grades given to beef by the U.S. government, we know we can exceed the highest expectations for a fine-dining experience. Our
Reviewed By ssmart2019
We were there staying in the hotel and made reservations for New Years Eve. Normally that's not a night we go out. Took forever to get a drink after being seated. Appetizer was good but everything else was average at best. Very Expensive-not worth the hype. Dear ssmart2019,We are sorry to learn you did not have the 5 star evening we strive to provide at Seagarâs Prime Steaks & Seafood. We apologize for the delay in responding and appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. We understand your frustrations regarding your evening and will use your feedback to ensure a better guest experience overall. We hope you will reconsider joining us again in the future.Kind Regards,Lee Guidry â Seagar's Executive Chef
1. Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 784 reviews
We do apologize but our restaurant is currently under going some remodeling and repairs and we are closed. We are expecting to open at the of November. We hope to see you after we re-open for a relaxing and enjoyable dining experience.
Reviewed By SuthrnRealtor
Beautiful restaurant that surprisingly seated us in a private room for our friendâs birthday. Drinks and food were wonderful and the service was absolutely amazing! Our server Alex made the night extra special. He is a unicorn (never wrote down one order for a group of 15)...one of the best servers most of our group has ever experienced. Thank you for making our night great.
