First Watch

(176 reviews)

6.9 mi

We celebrated a birthday at Farm & Fire and had a fantastic experience. Jenna provided fabulous…read moreservice and was incredibly flexible and accommodating with our large party of 13, including several small children. She recommended a variety of menu items, and everything was a hit. The pizza was amazing, and the sushi, burger, and appetizers were all excellent. We sat outside overlooking the bay, and the views were absolutely stunning. Great food, beautiful scenery, and a fun atmosphere for families or couples. We will definitely be back. Thank you, Jenna!

We really enjoyed our experience at Farm & Fire in Santa Rosa Beach. We were seated in the bar area…read more- the atmosphere was very lively and we had a beautiful view out the window onto the bay. Service was just a little slow at first, but once things got rolling, our server was attentive and took good care of us. We ordered a couple of sushi dishes along with the Smoked Chicken & Prosciutto, and everything was delicious. The food was fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. Overall, it was a very enjoyable meal and a place we would definitely go back to again.

View from the upper deck. And the other restaurant on the bottom that connects to the "beach" area.

Elodie roll SO good

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Commelfo Restaurant

(265 reviews)

4.0 mi

The food and ambiance were both excellent, which makes this review especially disappointing to…read morewrite. Our server was professional and clearly doing everything she could, but she was assigned several large tables and was completely overwhelmed. It was obvious she needed help, yet no one stepped in to support her. As a result, we waited at least an hour and a half for our dinners. To make matters worse, our bill included a charge that shouldn't have been there. When we politely spoke with management about our experience, we weren't looking to get anyone in trouble--we simply wanted them to understand what had happened and make it right. Instead of addressing the excessive wait or the billing error in a meaningful way, management instructed our server to remove her gratuity from the bill rather than taking responsibility themselves. That response said everything. The problems we experienced were clearly management issues, not our server's. She worked hard under impossible circumstances and deserved support, not to have her tip used as the solution. We made things right for our server, and stressed to her that this was not her fault. The kitchen produces great food, and the restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere. Unfortunately, poor management overshadowed what could have been a great dining experience. I hope they invest more in supporting their staff and taking ownership when things go wrong.

Had a great experience Great service, amazing food and…read moredrinks Atmosphere is very nice Absolutely an amazing choice while in the Destin Area.

Espresso martini made by Dennis‼‼ our go to bartender

Dining room.

Caprese

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Tommy Bahama

If you like guacamole, you have to get the guacamole, salsa, and chip appetizer. (You can thank me…read morelater.) The Mahi Mahi tacos are a must! So good! If you have any room left, go for the key lime pie. (Again, you can thank me later.) Food and service never disappoint. This is our go to stop when in San Destin. The restaurant is casual and is nestled in a strip of shops.

Goat cheese dip 9/10 Good dip! The sweetness of the mango…read moreand the soy glaze paired well, you get a slight crunch from the macadamia nuts. It was great at first, but just needed a touch of earthiness to balance that sweetness out a hair more after those first couple bites. The Bar Burger slider 9/10 Med rare. Delicious slider, the meat was cooked a little more on the rare side than a med rare, but the flavor was fantastic! Kona Coffee crusted Ribeye 10/10 Med rare. Cooked perfect. Flavor was fantastic. The only issue is with a med rare cook, it's slightly difficult to cook down the fat as much as it needs to be. Filet mignon salad 9/10 Salad 8/10: The salad was good, I would say more dressing would make it better and also some type of cheese- blue cheese crumbles or feta or something. Filet 10/10: ordered the filet with medium cook. The steak was fantastic- cooked great, tender, and flavorful.

Frozen Mai Tai

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Cucumber Smash

Stinky's Bait Shack

(28 reviews)

2.6 mi

Great sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit! The biscuits and gravy are fantastic too! YUMMYread more

I had a very disappointing experience at Stinky's Bait Shack in Walton County, Florida. When I went…read moreto the bar to order a drink, Jacob was extremely rude. He cursed at me and threatened not to serve me. He was visibly shaking, and it appeared he was unable to handle the pressure of a busy bar. I also observed inconsistent ID checks. Jacob asked me and my sisters for our IDs, which is completely fine. However, I noticed that several other customers were not asked for identification, including my male family members who are the same age as us. It appeared that he was only asking female customers for their IDs, which seemed inconsistent and unprofessional. There was also inconsistency in how drink orders were handled. The customer directly in front of us was served three drinks in a single order, but when it was our turn, we were told we could only order one drink at a time. If that's the policy, it should be enforced equally for everyone. The customer service was unprofessional, and this experience left a very negative impression. I would not recommend this establishment based on the way we were treated.

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Growler Garage

Beer was great and staff was super friendly. Loved the bikes too. Only outside seating which was…read moregreat to people watch

I went to Growler's yesterday. Had a wonderful time with Christine as my bartender. She is very…read morenice and knowledgeable about the large selection of beer, wine, and also canned drinks. Will definitely be back soon!!

Choices... choices...

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Outdoor seating area

Mimmo's 30A

We celebrated our son's birthday there. The atmosphere, food, and appetizers were all fantastic…read more Sercan, along with the managers, Mia and Terry, went above and beyond to make sure we had a wonderful evening. We truly felt valued and cared for throughout our entire experience. From the hostesses and chef to our server and the management team, everyone made us feel genuinely welcomed and appreciated. This is exactly what fine-dining hospitality should feel like--warm, attentive, and memorable. We had a great night and truly enjoyed ourselves!

This was easily one of the best Italian restaurants I've been to! From the moment we walked in, the…read moreservice was outstanding. Our server, Sercan, was absolutely amazing--friendly, attentive, and made the entire experience even better. I ordered the pasta special, and you could immediately tell the pasta was homemade. It was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. We also shared the Margherita pizza, and it was hands down one of the best I've had. The crust was delicious, and every bite tasted fresh. The complimentary bread was a great way to start the meal, and the garlic knots with butter were incredible--I definitely recommend ordering those! For dessert, we tried the bread pudding and the tiramisu. The bread pudding wasn't quite as good as the ones I've had in Louisiana, but it was still enjoyable. The tiramisu had a strong coffee flavor, which I personally enjoyed, and it was a great way to end the meal. Overall, this restaurant exceeded my expectations. Between the fresh, homemade food, excellent service from Sercan, and welcoming atmosphere, I'll definitely be back. If you're looking for authentic Italian food in Santa Rosa, this place is absolutely worth a visit!

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Fin Tiki Shack

5.0

(3 reviews)

2.5 mi

Great service and mai tais! Great casual tiki atmosphere. Nice variety of rum drinks.read more

This is a pretty cool tiki shack, and it is a shack, on the beach in the Sandestin resort. The…read morecocktails are pretty tasty and served pretty quickly. It's a bit pricey but it's at a resort, so what ya gonna do? I'll be back next time I stay here.

Mama Mia - light & dark rum, orange & pineapple juice, grenadine

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BrickTops

4.0

(82 reviews)

1.3 mi

The Spinach/Artichoke Dip and Prime Meatloaf is beyond wonderful. The atmosphere and service are…read moregreat, too.

We ate at BrickTop's during our vacation to Sandestin, and it was absolutely amazing! The…read morerestaurant has a very nice, upscale vibe on the inside that felt perfect for a special dinner out. We started with the spinach and artichoke dip, which was extremely great. For a drink, I ordered the prickly pear margarita--it was amazing, perfectly sweet, and came with a salted rim. It was a bit too much salt for my liking but that did not take away from me enjoying my drink! For our main courses, my husband and I both ordered the house-made meatloaf. It was incredibly flavorful, perfectly portioned, and came with a side of delicious mashed potatoes and 2 crispy onion rings. My daughter ordered the steak frites, which was cooked to perfection and served with fantastic french fries. Everything we ate was delicious, the atmosphere was wonderful, and the service was top-notch. We will definitely be back the next time we visit Sandestin! I've attached photos of my drink and our meatloaf mains. Sorry, I forgot to take a photo of the dip and my daughter's meal.

Spicy Tuna Roll and Outside Bar

Steak

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Firecracker - Spicy tuna**, lump crab, avocado, spicy mayo, jalapeno

Ovide

3.0

(51 reviews)

2.4 mi

Second day eating at Ovide, real convenient choice for those staying at the Effie Sandestin! Hit…read morebreakfast and went with a salad for the health. After adding the protein, it was a little pricy, but I was really impressed with how it turned out! Although there was a long wait for the salad, the waiter was keen in giving updates and asked if there was anything he could do for us. He also didn't judge me for ordering a salad over some traditional eggs for breakfast! Once I got the salad, I ran a full inspection. The leaves were very fresh, chicken was cooked well, and there were anchovies! True Caesar! Overall, my girlfriend and I were very impressed with the meals we got there while staying over our two day staycation. Would recommend!

Service sucked. Staff did not do well with remembering things or working efficiently to help guest…read moreget in and out and to ensure staff wasn't wasting time. I ate breakfast here and I wish I didn't. The food was okay but the staff!!!! The table beside me asked someone who was cleaning tables to get the waitress. She cleaned and set 2 tables before notifying staff. Most staff weren't rude they were just oblivious. I say most because the greeter started my brunch on the wrong foot as she had to see if there was room for me after I explained I had a reservation. She also greeted guest who came behind me before getting to me. They she fully got them settled before telling me she will need to see if a table is ready. There are no breakfast items on the kids menu for brunch. The waiter provided an explanation/solution so confusing she lost 4 adults across 2 tables. I needed a coffee refill and tried to waive down 2 waitress unsuccessfully while mines served others coffee. My table needed a straw. We waited 10 mins as the waitress served others, forgot, bought us food, was reminded, served others again and eventually came over with a straw. It took 20 minutes to cash out. We needed to go items and it took forever to get the check, containers and a bag. Anyhow there is a small cafe connected to restaurant but it has its own billing and serving area. Just go there. The hotel also doesn't have a fridge. They have a cooler so don't bother with leftovers as they will spoil.

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Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge

3.2

(5 reviews)

2.4 mi

This is a must visit when staying at this hotel. Plus it's right next to the pool! The bartenders…read moreare very polite and make great drinks. Since it's on the rooftop of the hotel there's excellent views of the area.

Overall I really liked this rooftop pool and bar. It's located in Hotel Effie at the Sandestin Golf…read moreand Beach Resort. The drinks average about $15-$20. I had two lemon drop martini's that were pretty good. Our waitress - Courtney was amazing. Super attentive and personable. When she left for her shift at 5pm, the waitress wasn't as good. The ambiance is really nice though. Music is played in the background and if you don't want to sit outside there is a bar area inside. Overall, I would suggest going there.

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The Red Bar

Food was awesome and so was the vibe!!! I strongly recommend Laura as a server, she made everything…read moreso seamless and fun!

Great seafood and really good service…read more Cool vibe. Packed as always. Bonus was a live band.

Exterior on a quiet street (at least in November)

Iykyk

Bowl of Gumbo

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The Daytrader

4.1

(114 reviews)

9.8 mi

We came in with a party of 7 and didn't ha e to wait to be seated which was nice! The drinks were…read morecreative and tasty ! Food was delicious and full of color! Prices are typical for this area. Good vibes and fun atmosphere!

Holiday pop up bar. We had a quick festive drink. Service was outstanding and speaking with the…read moremanager they took four days to deck the halls in the restaurant and bar area. Very fun place. Tasty butter rum in a Santa mug. I will be back!

Reg Margarita & frozen margarita

Snow ceiling

Spring rolls

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Bayou Bill's Crab House

The crab and corn bisque was delicious and just the way I like it; rich & buttery. I just had to…read moretry the chargrilled oysters. They may just be the best in town. I can't determine if their chargrilled oysters are better or as good as those at the Acme Oyster House‍. My wife had the oysters also and liked theirs the best. She got the sweet potato fries also and they were nice and sweet, tasting real good when dipping into that cinnamon butter. Our friends had raw oysters on the half shell; looked fresh and had that nice salty taste. The food was so good that we didn't even think to take pics of our meals. All of the libations were made exactly as we liked them; strong! The price wasn't bad either and u get what u pay for most of the time.

The food is decent, though not somewhere I would consider for a special occasion. We have dined…read morethere several times when visiting town and have generally found it to be an average restaurant. On our most recent visit, after a six-hour drive, we decided to order takeout. When we received the bill, it seemed higher than expected. Upon asking for clarification, we were told there was an 8% "packaging fee," which exceeded the local tax. This charge was not itemized as a packaging fee on the receipt--only listed as "8%"--and there was no explanation provided. Since it had been a long day and our order was already prepared, we chose to proceed with the purchase. What concerned us most was that this fee was neither disclosed on the website nor mentioned when we placed our order. We only became aware of it after questioning the total. Greater transparency would have been appreciated. If such charges were clearly communicated in advance, customers could make informed decisions. While we understand that restaurants operate with tight margins, unexpected fees leave a negative impression and ultimately influenced our decision not to return. We have enjoyed the food in the past, but at this price point, we would likely explore other options that we feel offer better overall value.

Pic from our seat

3 pounds of crab legs

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Bradley K.

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6 years ago

Place just opened a month ago. We have First Watch back home, but never went. The food was AMAZING!!! Service was too! It took less than 15 minutes to get our food. Million Dollar bacon was the best EVER! Me, wife, 14 and 9 year old picky sons loved their meal! Easily 9 out of 10!!!! read more

Peggy M.

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6 years ago

Thanks, Judy, for your wonderful service. Meeting you was delightful and brightened our day. First Watch has been a favorite of ours for years. So glad they have arrived in Santa Rosa!! read more

Zack G.

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6 years ago

There breakfast was really good I got biscuits with gravy an potatoes the seating arrangement was really good we were spread out cause of corona. The service was very quick read more

Mary B.

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6 years ago

Fantastic! The food is wonderful I had the bavcdo omelet- bacon cheese and avocado - service was wonderful. Good kids menu - will BE BACK ! read more

Jolynn K.

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6 years ago

Had doubts when we first arrived, but was so glad we stayed. Highly recommend the roast beef sandwich and tomato soup.

Joe M.

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26

6 years ago

This place is amazing. Has great food. We are locals and eat here almost every weekend because the food is so fresh.

Haileigh H.

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6 years ago

The food and service was great! Would definitely recommend to a friend. Everything was clean and good quality:)

Valerie J.

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11 months ago

We've gotten Chloe a few times now, she's an angel, request her and give her all your money!!

Marisa M.

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6 years ago

We love it! Stop by at least once per week. Good food, amazing staff and very friendly. read more

Peyton N.

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6 years ago

Way over priced. Cost me $32 to eat bfast. Nasty potatoes, grits awful!!

First Watch - breakfast_brunch - Updated August 2026

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