What a fun spot! Very small parking lot. The food was really good! The hush puppies were amazing! The staff was very friendly and easy going while working with our group of 5. read more

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First trip here on way to Destin. We tried the chargrilled oysters and hush puppies. Oysters decent. Hush puppies amazing. Unfortunately the oysters didn't sit well with me and I became ill but my boyfriend was perfectly fine, I think my stomach is just a bit too sensitive for the spices. Probably won't return just because food was meh and staff weren't overly friendly. read more

Doc's Oyster Bar - Outdoor dining - Dive Bars Near Me - Valparaiso, Florida

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Very casual vibe and loved the outdoor seating right off the water. The cocktails were tasty and the food was pretty good. We shared the fried green tomatoes. We also got a shrimp poboy, burger sliders, and a BLT, with fries and onion rings. Everything was well-cooked. Nothing really seemed "homemade", but the menu was large and there are certainly other things I would go back and try. The service was good--better at the counter. If a laid-back vibe with a menu leaning heavily on fried items and seafood is your thing, it's definitely worth it. Main negative is parking. read more

Doc's Oyster Bar in Valparaiso... Meh. Checked out Doc's on a Monday night for dinner, as the reviews were nearly all 5 stars... While it wasn't bad, I didn't think it lived up to all the hype. Doc's has a prime location right on an inlet and has super chill beach bar vibes, but I'd call it more of a run down local dive bar... Not anything wrong with that, but not really my thing. The food was alright ($15 for 6 oysters the size of a dime was laughable), they have a good draft beer selection, and the service was really friendly... Albeit I didn't like the service model though - No servers, you had to go to the counter to order both food and drinks. I can see this place being slammed on the weekend and service being a complete nightmare. All-in-all, not bad but not my favorite place in town either... If you like a local dive bar with decent food and well-priced drinks, check out Doc's. read more

Doc's Oyster Bar - Mahi Tacos & Chargrilled Oysters - Dive Bars Near Me - Valparaiso, Florida

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Came here for the first time. I absolutely loved their oysters, so delicious! The atmosphere was nice and calm by the water. I loved. The different levels of seating. I highly recommend coming here. Everything that we ate was super delicious. read more

LOVE THIS PLACE! The view is awesome, the food is great and beer is cold! Kinda a locals hangout, but we're locals! read more

No oysters in the fried oysters basket. Its like you took one oysters and cut it into 8 bits, coated with way too much batter and served it. Avoid at all costs. read more

My favorite dive in the area. Love the ambiance. The food is fantastic. The service is wonderful. Have kayaked from Lincoln Park and back. Just cannot say enough good things about this place. read more

Food was ok. I got the Captains basket. Shrimp and oysters seemed fresh but fish/ mahi was not good. Mostly fries in the basket. Ambiance: totally a dive bar atmosphere. Person who took my order at the counter at the entrance was very nice though. I don't plan on coming back. read more

Oyster dive bar near the base. Great ambience, and good oysters. You place all orders with the bartender and they bring you food to you. Thursday nights are karaoke nights. read more

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Great food with great views. However, this is my third or fourth time visiting and the workers are not very friendly. Aren't they supposed to be;)? read more

Doc's Oyster Bar - Outside dining - Dive Bars Near Me - Valparaiso, Florida

Delicious oysters. Nice views. Fun little hangout. My husband and I always enjoy going here. It gets a little crowded which just shows how popular it is. read more

The last time I was in this area, I loved this place. It has a cozy old bayou feel with a multi level deck over looking the water. Parking really sucks. You order at the bar and the food is brought out to you by a number. They have added a new bar space with makes it bigger. The interior is all sea based with lobsters, big spear fished fish and even a big ole shark. The oysters were good. The Mahi Tacos were good. I had Doc's beer which was not my favorite. They have a decent selection of bourbon. It was trivia night so it was getting crowded as I left. read more

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I am an unrecoverable oyster addict. This place is a perfect fix. Shuck, pluck and chuck. read more

There are great views at this quaint water-front oyster bar. You order from the counter, are given a number, and can sit wherever you like. We had a dozen raw gulf oysters as well as grilled. Prices are pretty fair, and they have a happy hour on drinks read more

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Amazing oysters & great price. Go for chill atmosphere. Will go again. Order at the front then sit yourself.

Been there three times and the fresh shucked oysters never disappoint. Staff is friendly, drinks are nice and cold. The scenery is awesome. Can't wait to visit again. read more

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The food here is sooooooooo good! We always make a trip down when we're in Florida! Great view, vibes, and service!!!

Can't beat this place! Great location and great food! This is what Florida is all about!

We had an amazing time here. The food and service were excellent. Exactly what we were looking for.

On business travel on Father's Day so tough sledding on a Sunday and finding somewhere open. I had targeted Doc's from the start as I love fresh seafood and wanted see what they had to offer! First off the directions were a hair off if using Yelp app. Took me to the establishment right next to Doc's. From the outside, it is definitely a dive bar but a cool location right next to water. The weather was crazy hot even at 7:30 so I decided to venture inside to place my order and grab a seat - picture is pretty neat. My Yuengling was fresh and served icy cold! I decided to skip the oysters as I had no idea what they looked like... I went with the Fried Green Tomatoes and the Mahi Mahi fish basket. Loved the bang bang sauce on the tomatoes. The fried baby shrimp were also a different touch. The tomatoes were fresh and thick cut so it played well and loved the added hot sauce I threw on. My main order was the Mahi Mahi which I ordered blackened. Order came with a spicy ranch and two hush puppies with fries. The fish was absolutely awesome. Flaky and seasoned well. The fries and the hush puppies were also great. Definitely could need finish everything. While sitting at the table, I was able to see the flame broiled oyster and knew I would be back for a quick lunch before heading to the airport. I tried the oysters three ways. The tequila lime cilantro, the jerk with rum butter and the three cheese with jalapeños! I honestly loved them all. Hope my ventures on business brings me back to the Eglin area! Enjoy the pics... read more

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5/5, no complaints. I was in town for a few days and decided to get take out my last night. Great decision! I got the blackened fish basket. Good amount of fish and the sauce is amazing. Next time I'm in town I'll be eating here again. Hard to beat it for the flavor and you can beat it for the price. read more

Doc's Oyster Bar - Dive Bars Near Me - Valparaiso, Florida

Very nice atmosphere with tons of indoor and outdoor seating. Food was great and staff were accommodating.

Food was excellent. I had the fish and chips. I loved their fried oysters. Their drinks are great too

I am strictly oysters, my daughter shrimp and son in law shrimp or fish. I get a dozen grilled and a dozen raw. Always good never had a complaint. We have a great time every time we go there even when the weather is bad. read more

We enjoyed the house oysters that were chargrilled with butter and Parmesan. My wife had an oyster poboy and she enjoyed it (bread isn't the same as New Orleans but for Florida and as good) I had the blackened mahi basket and it was very good along with the fries and sauce. It's a nice patio to hang out. Little hole in the wall place and service was friendly and fast. We will definitely be going back. read more

Doesn't look like much from the parking lot, but it has multiple levels if lovely waterfront seating and solid bar food. You order and the counter and take your number to your seat. read more

WE love Doc's and since the' Up Model' the place has lots of choices for seating. The bar downstairs has great service; Preston is a delight. The FOOD is always on point; them hushpuppies are the best I have ever had!!!!! We love the live music on Friday and Saturday nights . Good value, cold drinks and great service !!!! read more

There's a reason why Doc's Oyster Bar has so many awards hanging up. Their food is super fresh and sourced locally. Their drinks are always ice cold and made to perfection. The owner himself is a great guy! The atmosphere here is very inviting. I love coming in and parking the boat outside after a day of fishing and getting some fresh boiled shrimp. Karaoke on Thursdays is a great time! read more

Doc's is always amazing and their recent remodel has just added more awesomeness. This is a true Oyster Bar!!

Voted worst parking on the Emerald Coast 5 years in a row. Great exercise if walking from the front lot....which you will.

Ok folks - I've eaten a lot of onion rings but I have to say that Doc's Onion Rings are the Best around our area. If you challenge my comment - I challenge you to go and order some. They're Golden brown, perfect rings, crispy, and when you bite into them - you don't get the hot inside onion chin slap - you know what I'm talking about ! So go get a beer, dozen oysters and an order of rings!! Service is fast and sitting on the dock is always pleasant with good music and fresh air (as long as you're not sitting next to a smoker) - a locals favorite hangout ! read more

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What a hidden Gem!! I had the Maui Tacos and they were awesome. The rest of the table had oysters both ways and they raved. The atmosphere is so perfect! We had a birthday boy and our server fixed us up with a candle. read more

We flew into Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport and headed for Destin/Miramar Beach. The timing was right for lunch, so we stopped at Doc's. Great choice! Found a nice spot overlooking the water and went inside to order. Came back with a margarita and a local beer that hit the spot. They brought us our raw oysters, then our sandwiches. Everything was tasty and it was so relaxing with a slight breeze off the water. Every employee we dealt with was friendly and helpful. We'll be back the next time we come through. read more

Doc's Oyster Bar - Dive Bars Near Me - Valparaiso, Florida

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The place advertises that Yelper named this "Best Dive Bar". While I don't get that as it is upscale in comparison to dive bars I go to and it is not a dive bar as in scuba.., Otherwise the food is very good. A bit pricy. Oysters are small. But the preparation is spot on fried and grilled. Service is excellent. Love the cat "Spot". Love the on the water location. Beer selection is good. The trio playing music were pretty good too. read more

Had a real estate brainstorm session with my teammate last minute at Docs. The place we were scheduled to go to was closed and this last-minute decision did not disappoint. Jamie was such a great server/host during our time there. She was attentive, super sweet and genuinely such a happy girl. Makes a big difference when you get incredible service. The food was delicious, the view and sitting out on the deck was picture perfect. I love that they have umbrellas so you can stay out of the sun on hotter days like today but still enjoy being outside. We will definitely be back. They also have great Sunday brunch. Thanks for a great experience Jamie read more

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If you're cruising along the Florida Panhandle and looking for a laid-back spot to grab some honest, satisfying seafood, Doc's Oyster Bar in Valparaiso deserves a detour. It's the kind of place where the breeze off the water pairs perfectly with a cold drink and a plate of something fried just right. The outdoor seating is the real star here. Nestled right along Tom's Bayou, Doc's offers a view that's pure coastal charm -- boats drifting by, birds overhead, and the kind of atmosphere that reminds you why eating outside is always a good idea. It's casual, welcoming, and just salty enough to feel authentic with friendly, attentive service. The blackened mahi mahi fish basket is the standout. Perfectly cooked, with a smoky spice rub that enhances rather than overwhelms the flavor of the fish. It's served hot, fresh, and flaky -- everything you want in a simple seafood dish. The hushpuppies are a solid sidekick: golden, crisp, and just a little sweet, they do their job well without stealing the show. No, this isn't haute cuisine -- but it doesn't pretend to be. Doc's serves up good, solid seafood that hits the spot after a day on the water or exploring the coast. It may not change your life, but it might just become your go-to for a no-fuss seafood fix with a view that's hard to beat. Come around sunset, grab a seat outside, and soak in the vibe. Doc's knows what it is -- and it does it well. read more

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New favorite spot for fresh raw oysters and mahi mahi (blackened) fish tacos!! Great bayou front spot! Park up the hill and walk down!! read more

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Your local Florida coastal oysters bar that's serving up delicious food, fresh oysters with that good ole southern hospitality. Walk in, order, pick a seat (sit outside) relax and enjoy the food and old Florida scenery! read more

The blackened mahi-mahi was delicious! You have to order at the bar and then they will bring the food to you. read more

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