Grayton Beach is the heart and soul of South Walton County – a diverse string of beach towns including Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, Seagrove, Seaside, WaterColor, Blue Mountain and Sandestin. It is a cozy destination with quaint historic cottages next door to modern beach homes, and there are plenty of things to do as well as lots of amazing places to eat. Here is a list of 12 restaurants you’ll want to try in Grayton Beach, Florida:

1. AJ’s Grayton Beach

63 Defuniak Street, Grayton Beach

AJ’s brings fresh seafood, live music, premiere events and classic AJ’s antics to Grayton Beach.

2. Angelina’s

4005 Scenic 30A East, Seagrove Beach

Pizza & Pasta for the entire family in Seagrove Beach on Scenic 30A.

3. Basmati’s

3295 Scenic 30A West, Blue Mountain Beach

Creative Asian Cuisine located in Blue Mountain Beach on Scenic 30A.

4. Borago

80 Scenic 30A East, Grayton Beach

Enjoy hearty and robust Italian food in the trattoria tradition, by owner chefs. Traditional and contmeporary italian creations in a homey setting reminiscent of the italian countryside. Full service bar adjacent to the dining area. Find them on Scenic 30A, just East of the main Grayton Beach intersection. 

5. Cafe Hibiscus

85 DeFuniak Street, Grayton Beach

Head on into Cafe Hibiscus and pick up a perfect cup of Guatemalan Antigua, or if you’d prefer, a latte or juice. Great muffins, fresh fruit salad, pancakes, homemade quiche and frittata, smoothies… and who knows what else. Take your pick and enjoy!

6. Cafe Thirty-A

3899 Scenic 30A East, Seagrove Beach

Eclectic preparations in Seagrove Beach on Scenic 30A. A mainstay of SoWal cuisine. 

7. Chanticleer Bakery & Eatery

55 Clayton Lane, Grayton Beach

A locals’ favorite for lunch and dinner. Amazing sweets, breads, sandwiches, salads, soups, chicken, steaks, pork…eat inside or outside on the deck in Grayton Beach. Very fresh and yummy ingredients – owned and operated by nice folks. 

8. Fish Out Of Water

34 Goldenrod Cir, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Overlooking the Gulf, Fish Out of Water celebrates Southern art and nature with a fire-and-ice theme, which is anchored by an exhibition grill kitchen and an ice bar bearing fresh seafood and sushi.

 

9. Goatfeather’s

12805 US-98 East, Suite O101, Panama City, FL 32413

Locals and visitors gather for fresh seafood on Scenic 30A in Santa Rosa Beach.

10. Grayton Corner Cafe

14 Clayton Ln, State 16 Grayton Beach

If the surf is up the staff may be catching waves. A local joint with good food and good people. Home cookin’ and smiles.

11. Grayton Beer Brewpub

170 E County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

A microwbrewery on Scenic 30A with good pub food and a full bar with games, music, and sports. 

12. The Red Bar & Picolo’s Restaurant

70 Hotz Ave, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Extremely popular – The Red Bar is a “must do” while you’re in the area. Funky atmosphere and decor, fine food and drinks. Lots of families in the evening and heating up after dinner. Come to relax and enjoy the “Red Bar Jazz band”.