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One of the best parts of visiting Florida’s scenic Highway 30A is the delicious food. From fresh seafood to local delicacies, there’s so much for your taste buds to explore on your vacation. You’ll find many of the best restaurants along the Gulf Coast here. We’ve identified many of the best, highly rated and reviewed, must-try dishes so you don’t miss a bite!
Looking for the best restaurants and must-try dishes in the 30A area? We've got the master list of all the best dishes in Rosemary Beach, Seacrest Beach and more!
One of the best parts of visiting Florida’s scenic Highway 30A is the delicious food. From fresh seafood to local delicacies, there’s so much for your taste buds to explore on your vacation. You’ll find many of the best restaurants along the Gulf Coast here. We’ve identified many of the best, highly rated and reviewed, must-try dishes so you don’t miss a bite:
Paella is a delicious Spanish dish with seafood and rice. At Pescado Seafood Grill & Rooftop Bar in Rosemary Beach you’ll find one of the best. Their Paella Valenciana has clams, chicken thighs, mussels, shrimp, Spanish sausage and tender calasparra rice. It’s a flavorful must-try dish in a beautiful casual, fine dining environment, complete with a rooftop bar overlooking the Gulf.
Restaurant Paradis is an upscale establishment with high prices and high ratings. It has the perfect romantic atmosphere for a special night out and sophisticated, perfectly executed dishes you’ll remember. The small, intimate setting means making reservations in advance is a must. Try the popular Oysters Rockefeller appetizer, an update on the classic dish with creamed spinach, apple smoked bacon, smoked cheddar and a blood orange beurre blanc. If you’re staying for an entrée, their Lobster Encrusted Grouper is a great choice.
Café Tango has a fish dish so good reviewers call it, “Fish candy!” You just can’t get enough of their Pistachio Crusted Grouper. Fresh fish fillet, toasty pistachio crust and buerre blanc is a match made in heaven. Pair the dish with a glass of wine from their curated list. If you’re not in the mood for seafood, their steaks are just as popular. You can’t go wrong at this favorite 30A restaurant.
We love Great Southern Café for their laid back, family friendly atmosphere and their late-night-craving-worthy Grits à Ya Ya. This dish will quickly become the BEST shrimp and grits you’ve ever had. Smoked Gouda grits, 8 blackened large shrimp and a creamy mushroom and bacon sauce meet together for a memorable, flavorful and filling meal. The portion is huge, so share with a friend or bring home some leftovers for a late-night snack. You’ll love the rich, bold shrimp and the cheesy, creamy grits and sauce so much you might catch yourself visiting again sooner than you’d expect.
Stinky’s Fish Camp is a local staple. We love the cabin feel and the huge windows overlooking one of the rare coastal dune lakes. If you love oysters, this is the spot for you. With 10 variations, you just might want to try them all and the Oyster Log is the perfect way to enjoy a giant variety of oysters on the half shell in one visit. We also love the unique and tasty Crawfish Pie. It’s a dish you won’t find in many places but you’ll definitely want to enjoy it again and again.
No doubt you’ve noticed that most of the dishes on our list are seafood and for good reason. There’s nothing like enjoying fresh fish overlooking the Gulf. But this restaurant offers the best of both worlds: seafood and delicious meat dishes, too. At Perfect Pig Grill and Fish House, their Potato Parmesan Crusted Grouper is one of the top choices. But perhaps even more popular is the fish-free Pork Tenderloin Medallions. They serve tender pork over creamy gruyere grits with a blackberry pinot noir sauce. Consider visiting for half price entrees from 5pm-6pm and save money while you eat!
No list of best dishes is complete without some delicious brunch options. There are many great brunch spots on 30A but we love Pescado for their outdoor seating, great views and tasty food. The rooftop bar has an awning so you won’t be in direct sun and you’ll be able to overlook the rooftops of a picturesque neighborhood and see the beach, shore, and water too. Enjoy a zesty Bloody Mary or refreshing mimosa with your meal. The Challah French Toast is a favorite pick. It has a graham cracker crust, poached pear and amaretto mascarpone. Mm… Mmm!
There’s nothing like summer vacation on 30A. Whether you’re staying in Rosemary Beach, Destin, WaterColor, Grayton Beach or any of our beautiful 30A beach towns, you’re in for a real treat. Excellent food, stunning beaches and good times await you. Today we’re going to cover the basics for your 30A summer vacay like planning and packing, booking a 30A rental vacation home and what to do on 30A.
Summer is a spectacular time to visit 30A. Experience 85-degree weather, long days of sunshine, and beautiful sunsets and a wide range of activities unique to this stunning region. Home to some of the most gorgeous white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, rare coastal dunes and lakes, abundance of wildlife and charming seaside villages and towns there’s no shortage of activities to make your 30A summer vacation one to remember for years to come.
When you’re planning a 30A vacation, one of the first items on your list is finding a place to stay. With boutique hotels, cozy seaside cottages and numerous charming beachside communities, there are so many options and ways to stay on 30A. But with some homes booking over a year in advance, summer rentals are a hot commodity. There’s a reason 30A cottages and luxury homes are such popular pick. In fact, there are a lot of reasons. Let’s explore what makes renting along 30A the best vacation option around...
Seaside, Florida is one of the most charming small towns in America. With picturesque architecture and beautiful weather, it’s a popular vacation destination for tourists from around the world. There are many reasons to love Seaside like delicious food, local restaurants and wonderful shops. We love exploring the area and learning more about its history. Here are some fun facts about Seaside you should know before your next (or first!) visit.
New Year, new adventures. We’re continuing to ring in the New Year with part two of the top excursions in the 30A area. From snorkeling to sand sculptures, part one took us up and down 30A in search of delightful adventures. On this list we dive even deeper into the natural wonder of this unique Gulf Coast Florida area.
There’s no question about it, summer is the peak season to visit 30A. Despite the influx of tourists, 30A areas like Rosemary Beach, Grayton Beach and Seaside still keep their small town charm. Whether you’re visiting 30A for the first time or a returning guest, we’ve compiled our top tips for planning the best 30A summer vacation:
