Callahans Restaurant and Deli 2/3
A local lunch and dinner favorite for
years, it offers a wide selection of sandwiches,
salads, burgers, steaks and chops. Favorites
are New York strip steak, prime rib, and youname-it deli sandwich classics. Daily specials, wine and beer, $4-19. 950 Gulf Shore Drive, Destin, 837-6328.

Chili’s (2 locations)
“They came ridin’ out of Texas…” to bring you a winning combination of Southwestern and American favorites. Full bar service. $5-15, 504 E. Mary Esther Cutoff , Mary Esther, 243-2019 and 34902 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, 269-3203.

Friday’s
Fun, good food served late, Sunday brunch and bartenders that are the envy of the industry. $6-12, 34881 Hwy. 98W, 654-5588

Fudpucker’s on the Island
Burgers, pasta, salads, creative libations, seafood, and sandwiches. Also a full selection of souvenir items, plus a playground for the kids. $7-17, 108 Santa Rosa Blvd, Okaloosa Island, 243-3833

Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill 2/3
You’ve heard about the funny name and the ‘gators, but the food’s also worth a try. Wide range of snacks, sandwiches, local seafood and land-based dishes, efficiently served in dining rooms for all sensibilities. Full bar and live music. $4-24, 20001 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, 654-4200.

Hog’s Breath Cafe 1/4
A variety of food options including hamburgers, pasta, appetizers, certified Angus beef, and local Gulf seafood entr»es at great prices. Daily specials. Live music 7 days a week.
$4-19, 541 Hwy 98E, Destin, 837-5991.

Logan’s Roadhouse 2/3
Step on, over, or around the peanut shells, and enjoy a lengthy menu of Southwestern-style grilled steaks, ribs, burgers, chicken, or fish, served in a family-friendly atmosphere. Memorable sides include beer-braised onions and house made potato chips. Full bar service, $4-20, 315 Mary Esther Blvd, Mary Esther, 243-7191.

Magnolia Grill
Long-established for lunch and dinner with entrees from veal parmesan to broiled stuffed flounder, chicken and steaks. $10-18, 157 SE Brooks St., FWB, 302-0266

Rum Runners Dueling Piano Bar and Grill
1/3
Sit outside or inside at Rum Runners
and take in the scene at Baytowne Wharf while
sipping a tropical specialty drink or beer. Varied
Caribbean/Coastal/Mediterranean menu, featuring
seafood, steaks, chicken and pasta, served in a
relaxed and unhurried atmosphere. Full bar, live
entertainment. $7-20. Village of Baytowne Wharf,
Sandestin, 351-1817.

Ruby Tuesday Restaurant
Several pages of items to choose from and a friendly and casual atmosphere for lunch or dinner. $6-18, 200 Mary Esther Blvd, Mary Esther, 244-1926

Sandcastles Restaurant & Lounge
Delight in the casual comfort and enjoy lavish buffets or complete menu dining. Features fresh, local seafood, steaks and continental specialties for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Seafood and prime rib buffet every Friday and Saturday evening and Sunday brunch buffet. $9-30, 4000 Sandestin Blvd, in the Hilton Sandestin, 267-9500.

Scully’s on the Bayou 1/3
Enjoy American and Italian style pub food at this relaxed Fort Walton Beacj hangout. Bar snacks, baskets, hot and cold subs, sandwiches, burgers, and a list of pizzas cover everyone’s taste. Full bar service. $4-20. 200 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach, 862-2542.

Seagrove Village Market Cafe
Lunch and Dinner 10:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Grocery Store number 1 in Seagrove Beach Souvenirs, fresh to-go items, cocktail and party snacks, wine and beer. A local's habit for 55 years. $6-16, 3004 Hwy. 395 (1/2 mile east of Seaside). 231-5736.

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Daddy’s
The place for ribs. Open for lunch and dinner. $5-15, 140 Hwy. 98E, Mary Esther, 244-3445

Hog’s Breath Boss Hog Bar-B-Q
Smoked chickens and turkeys, sandwiches and plates, food service catering, homemade pie, and picnics to go. Pulled pork and chicken sandwiches with our own special sauce. Take-out only. Located right next to Hog’s Breath. 837-5991.

Porter’s Carolina Style Bar-B-Q
Serving a wide variety of moist, flavorful and tender pork, beef and poultry BBQ done right. Side items are made fresh daily. We cater to your every need. $4-10.50, 4677 E. Hwy 20, Niceville, 897-6500

Rib Shack of Destin, Inc.
Chicken and ribs, all the traditional side items, sandwiches and platters. $6-18, 606 Hwy 98E, 837-9314

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Destin Diner 1/2
An old-fashioned diner offering a wide variety of home cooked meals, with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner specials. Plus ice cream parlor treats to accompany or top off any meal. $3-6, 1083 Hwy 98E (across from Blockbuster) 654-5843

Fabrice
Serving fresh pastries every day, open for breakfast and lunch, Tuesday to Saturday at 10 a.m. and for Sunday brunch beginning at 9 a.m. Located in the Shoppes at South Haven, $1-12, 4821 Hwy 98 N, Santa Rosa Beach, 267-0619.

Silver Sands
Serving breakfast 7 mornings a week from 5:30-10:30 a.m. Big country breakfasts fit for the sea-going fisherman in the true tradition of Destin. $3-12 538 Hwy 98, Harbor Docks restaurant, Destin, 837-2506

Hibiscus Coffee & Guesthouse
Nestled amongst the trees, surrounded by herb and flower gardens and serving vegetarian breakfasts from 7:30-11:30 a.m. with comfortable rooms in the Old Florida laid back atmosphere. Cafe» $2-7, rooms $115-170. 85 DeFuniak Street, Grayton Bch, 231-2733. www.hibiscusflorida.

International House of Pancakes
More than pancakes. Specialty sandwiches, dinner entrees, carafes of coffee. $4-12, 348 SW Hwy 98, FWB, 2439333 and 10859 Hwy. 98W, Destin, 650-1777

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Blue Orleans 3/4
A little bit of the “Big Easy” on Scenic 30A. Po’boys, red beans and rice, gumbo, jambalaya, beignets, and specialty crab cakes, plus home style blue-plate specials. Full Cajun breakfast menu and open for lunch and dinner. Live music as the spirit moves. $3-24, 2260 W. Hwy 30A, Blue Mtn Bch, 622-1909.

Calypso Beach Cafe & Sports Grille

The menu features recipes from New Orleans and the Caribbean. Appetizers, Gulf-fresh seafood, tasty chicken, steaks, sandwiches, made from scratch soups, salads and award-winning desserts. New Orleans style brunch on weekends, open daily at 11 a.m. $5-26, 15812 Front Beach Road, Panama City Bch, 850-234-6788.

Cocodrie’s 1/2
If you like your Louisiana style food with a view, try Cocodrie’s on Navarre Beach. Seafood, sandwiches, steaks and chops served in huge portions, indoors and outdoors. Open daily for lunch and dinner, Full bar, including some favorite Louisiana beers. $4 –23, 8649 Gulf Blvd., Navarre Bch, 850- 939-8777.

French Quarter Grill 3/4
This little establishment offers thoughtfully prepared samples of Creole and Cajun cooking, with embellishments from the Mediterranean and Far East. Fish, shellfish, chicken, and pork served with lush, full-flavored Louisiana regional sauces. Po? boys, and excellent boudin. Beer and wine. $3-17. 714 Howell Road, Niceville, 678-2604.

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Barefoots Beachside Bar & Grill 1/3
Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico with perfect casual comfort, and a varying menu offering tasty snacks and entrees. Features raw bar, fresh seafood, signature specialty drinks, build your own burger burger, and make sure to try the artichoke fritters. Live music. $6-30, 4000 Sandestin Blvd., in the Hilton Sandestin, 267-9500.

Barley’s
Buffalo wings a specialty, plus burritos, Michigan dogs, sandwiches, and appetizers. Happy hour ‘til 9 pm daily. $2-7, 138 Hwy. 98SE, FWB, 244-5515

Beef O’Brady’s Family Sports Pub
(2 Locations) 1/3
A range of wings, sandwiches, wraps, soups and salads served in a traditional, but family-friendly, sports bar atmosphere with lots of TV choices and a kid’s game room. Excellent chicken wings, hot deli sandwiches, fresh salads, and great kids menu. Beer and wine. $4 - 10. 9375 Emerald Coast Parkway (The Market Shops at Sandestin), 837-9710 and 4540 Hwy 20E, Niceville, 897-3964.

Buffalo’s Reef
A premiere wings restaurant. Sports on multiple screens and libations too. $4-7, 116 NE Eglin Pkwy, FWB, 243-9464

Buster’s Bar & Grill
Big selection of food and 19 TVs for sports. $5-22, 125 Poinciana Blvd, Destin, 837-4399

Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe 3/4
Sandwiches of many kinds and colors are the star at this busy cafe. An extensive menu offers hot and cold meat and vegetable wraps, panini, salads, and soups, washed down with fruit smoothies. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served. $4-8. 10406 Emerald Coast Parkway, (Silver Sands Factory Stores) Sandestin, 650-2920.

The Grape
Wine only, but in any combination you’d imagine, paired with a wide assortment of tapas-inspired appetizers, salads, sandwiches, quiches, and quesadillas. Great desserts and friendly service. $5-25. 4105 Legendary Drive, Destin, 654-7273.

Hooters
Everyone knows what this place is famous for, but the variety of food is a surprise. $8-10, 15015 Hwy 98E. 654-1007

Mango’s Paradise Grill
Dine casually at this Baytowne beach bar, with reasonably priced burgers, and grilled or fried chicken, fish, crab cake and shrimp sandwiches and entrees, plus southwestern and house specialties. There’s a large selection of draft and bottled beer, wine and smoothies. $4-24. Village of Baytowne Wharf, 351-4526.

Mulhollow’s Sidewalk Café 1/2
Open for lunch Monday through Saturday
and dinner on Fridays and Saturdays. Serving up an international bistro menu including sandwiches, salads, pastas, sparkling water, wine and beer. $6-17, 4424 E. Commons Dr., Destin, 269-0185.

Shades
A huge selection of beer makes this the place for those wishing to try beers from around the world. Salads, burgers and fish sandwiches round out the menu. $6-20, 83 Central Sq., Seaside, 231-1950

Whale’s Tail Beach Bar & Grill
If you want to feel like you’re at a real beach bar, this is the place; good food and drinks, plus superb bloody mary’s. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. $4-15, 1373 Scenic Gulf Dr. Destin, 650-4377

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Bad Ass Coffee Company
A gourmet coffee company specializing in Kona coffee, espresso, cappuccino, and lattes. The deli features Boar’s Head products and homemade
muffins, breakfast sandwiches and desserts. The store carries a unique line of merchandise and provides free wireless Internet access. Open daily at 7 a.m. $1-6.50, 1708 Scenic Gulf Drive (Old Highway 98) 269-3997

Camille’s at Crystal Beach
A coffee and market shop, overlooking the gulf. Camille’s offers a wide variety of coffee, breakfast, muffins, sandwiches, salads, fresh fruit smoothies and a package store.Open daily. 2931 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin Hwy 98, 337-8860.

Harbor Trading Company
A local espresso bar featuring art, coffee, and conversation. Menu selection includes espresso, lattes, mochas, granitas, muffins, cookies and more. Available for private parties on request, Open Mon-Fri 7am-5pm, Sat 8am-2pm. $1-5, 984 Airport Road, Destin, 850-527-8686.

Picnix Deli
Serves the fine gourmet featuring fresh deli sandwiches made-to-order, imported chocolates, homemade cookies, fresh baked pastries, Starbucks coffee, Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream, as
well as other specialty foods. $10-15. 4000 Sandestin Blvd., in the Hilton Sandestin, 267-9500.

Slick Mick’s
This is a family owned deli, grill, and sports bar featuring authentic Philly cheese steaks, brick oven pizza, deli and specialty sandwiches and salads in a laid back family atmosphere. A great draft beer selection too. $8-12, 19 N. Eglin Pkwy, FWB, 864 5577.Starbucks (4 locations)
Coffee for everybody’s taste and size requirements. Iced or hot lattes, cappuccinos, and espresso, plus muffins and other yummy stuff your mother never made. $2-6, The Markets at Sandestin, 9375 Hwy 98W, 267-6235, Destin Commons, Baytowne Wharf and Uptown Grayton Plaza.

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3Thirty1 1/2
Perched at the foot of a bridge overlooking the bay this bar and eatery offers a varying daily menu of fish, chicken, pork, beef, pasta, and sushi served in a colorful, slightly oddball two-story building. Save room for the apple dumpling. $5-20, 24200 U.S. Hwy 331 South, Santa Rosa Beach, 622-3335. 30° Blue
Splendid adult dining in a romantic atmosphere in Bay Point Marina. Steak, veal, chicken, fish and shellfish served in luxurious and imaginative ways. Irresistible desserts. Wine tasting, live entertainment and a full bar. $6-34. 3900 Marriott Drive, Bay Point Marina, Panama City Beach, 850-236-1115.

Big City American Bistro
Get ready for the best at this classy bistro in Fort Walton Beach. An extensive menu offers both high toned and comfort food, rack of lamb, grilled fish and steaks, pizza, even meat loaf and mac and cheese. Polished, whole- hearted service, and swoon-inducing desserts. Wine and beer. $5-29. 171 SE Brooks Street, FWB, 664-0664.

Carillon Lake Cafe
Oyster specialties, heirloom soups, bread
baked in-house. An impressive array of
seafood, beef, lamb, and fowl prepared
in simple and classic styles. Extensive
children’s menu. $5-27. 102 Market Street,
Downtown Carillon Beach. 850-235-2811.

Courtyard Wine & Cheese
Featuring 50 wines by the glass, open-air courtyard seating and the only environmentally controlled wine store in the Panhandle. Gourmet cheese plates are served all day and wireless Internet connectivity is available. Wine flutes available, inquire about tasting events. 66 Main Street, Rosemary Bch, 231-1219.

Criolla’s Restaurant
Fresh local shrimp, fish, shellfish, beef, and
chicken are combined Caribbean and Creole
Continued on page 24 style. Fresh, top-quality ingredients from all over make for a memorable dining experience. The wine list is lengthy and varied, the desserts are made in-house, and even the children’s menu is classy. Full bar service and a quietly elegant atmosphere. $8-45, 170 E. Scenic Hwy 30A, Grayton Bch, 267-1267. Elephant Walk Restaurant
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Fine dining on the beach inside Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Open for dinner at 5 p.m. and seasonally for lunch. Reservation suggested. $22-55, 9301 Hwy. 98W, Sandestin, 267-4800.

Solaris Dinner/Dance Cruise 3/4
Drink, dine, and even dance on the water with an evening cruise from Baytowne Marina. SunQuest Cruises’ entertainment yacht Solaris offers fine Dining and musical entertainment. Limited advance reservation menu, wine and full bar, as well as special cruises. $65 for dinner and cruise. SunQuest Cruises, Baytowne Marina, Sandestin. 650-2519.

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Big City American Bistro
A bistro offering an extensive menu of both high toned and comfort food such as meat loaf and mac and cheese. Other choices are rack of lamb, grilled fish and steaks, and pizza. Polished service and swoon-inducing desserts. Wine and beer. $5-29, 171 SE Brooks Street, FWB, 664-0664.

Bluewater Bistro & Bar
Serving lunch M-F and dinner Tu-Sat. Salads, sandwiches, enchiladas, steak, seafood, and pasta. Separate menus for lunch and dinner. $5-20, 14 NE Racetrack Rd, FWB, 863-2143

Cafe Thirty-A 1/3
Follow the crowd to the big house, and choose from an ever-changing menu offering local seafood, steaks, lamb, and pizzas. Starters, salads, and main courses with a taste of Europe, Asia, and North African spice. Wine list, full bar. $8-37, 3899 E Hwy 30A, Seagrove Beach, 231-2166.

Camille’s at Crystal Beach

Gulf Coast/New Orleans cooking meets the flavors of Japan in this warm, cozy dining establishment with a Gulf view. Seafood rules both on the regular menu and at the sushi bar. Full bar service offered. $4-20, 2931 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, 337-8860.

Cuvee Beach Cellar & Wine Bar

Wine county cuisine including steaks, chicken, seafood pasta and grilled tuna and shrimp. Only dinner is served here, but they offer nightly specials. Has a full bar and wines by the glass, plus retail wine cellar. $6-29, 36120 Hwy 98W, Destin, 650-8900

Gravel Road
Elegant, imaginative selection of local and exotic foods, prepared with satisfying style. Grouper, snapper, tuna, scallops, buffalo and elk are among the choices, served stuffed, sauteed, seared and roasted, paired with plantains, boniato and cous-cous to name only a few. Wine by the bottle and glass. $8-26. 50 Uptown Grayton Circle, Santa Rosa Beach, 534-0960.

Mulhollow’s Bistro 2.1.5 ¾
Open for lunch and dinner and featuring cuisine from Asia and Europe including salads, pastas, soups, seafood, and steaks. Separate lunch menu as well as food for the kids. Champagne martinis and many wines by the bottle and glass. $4-19, 215 Miracle Strip Pkwy, FWB, 796-3660.

Picolo and the Red Bar
Blackboard specials every day for lunch and dinner. Salads, burgers, soup, fish of the day, baked eggplant, pasta, and manicotti. Crab cakes on the weekends. $5-18, 70 Holt Ave, Grayton Bch, 231-1008

Santa Rosa Beach Club 1/2
Casual, classy dining for lunch or dinner. Soups, steaks, and seafood with spectacular views of the Gulf. Separate menus for lunch and dinner. $5-30, 4801 W. Hwy 30A, 267-2305

Seagrove Village Market Café
Lunch and dinner served from 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily. Also a full service grocery store featuring fresh cut steaks, salads, beer and wine. A local’s habit for 53 years. $4-16, 3004 Hwy 395 South, 231-5736.

Sunset Charlie’s
Eat light or eat hearty, you’ll enjoy choosing from the varied menu of seafood, steaks, pasta and chicken, seasoned with spices from the Caribbean, Far East, Gulf Coast and Mediterranean. Great house made potato chips. Full bar. $3-24. 1096 Scenic Gulf Drive, Destin, 837-9834.

Vin’tij
Wonderful food, service, and atmosphere. Unusual approach to wine service offering “flites” or taster size assortments. Open daily for lunch and dinner, plus a well stocked retail wine store. $5-$19, 10859 Hwy 98W, Destin, 650-9820

Bay Cafe
Splendid French and French-inspired food served in a romantic atmosphere indoors or outdoors just under the Brooks Bridge. Choose from seafood, beef, chicken, duck, and some rarely seen French specialties. Terrific bread. Wine by the glass or bottle. Reservations accepted. $4-28, 233 Alconese Avenue, FWB, 244-3550.

Café Provence
Fresh made soups, fois gras everywhere, excellent breads and pastries baked on the premises. Fish, seafood, chicken, beef, lamb, and duck prepared and served in a stylish country French atmosphere. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. Reservations suggested. $5-39, 35C Musset Bayou Road, Santa Rosa Bch, 622-3022.

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Café Grazie
Just a short stroll from the beach and serving traditional Italian fare, served in a comfortable, casual setting. The chef prepares plenty of seafood, pasta, pizza, and your favorite meat dishes nightly at 4 p.m. $7-20, 1771 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, 837-7240.

Cafe Spiazzia 3/4
One of Seaside’s longest-running dining attractions, Cafe Spiazzia boasts an extensive menu of light and substantial Italian fare. Breakfast, lunch and dinner features omelets, soups, salads, sandwiches, pizza, pasta, hearty main courses, and some classic Italian desserts. Beer and wine only. $4-22, 2236 Scenic 30A, Seaside, 231-1297.

Caffe Italia 1/3
Set in an 80-year-old house on the water, Caffe Italia offers comfort and friendly service. Traditional Italian-style appetizers, pastas, lasagna, pizzas, and house specialties, made with fresh herbs and local fish. Wine, beer, and bar. $4-24.,189 Brooks Street, Fort Walton Beach, 664-0035.

Capo’s Italian Restaurant ¾
Wide selection of traditional Italian fare, including pizza, pasta entrees, and mixed grill. There are numerous combinations and ingredients, served in generous portions. Full bar service is available. $6-19. Corner of Cty Hwy 393 and 30A, Santa osa Beach, 622-1600.

Ferrucci Ristorante
Comtemporary Italian cuisine is served
for lunch Tuesday through Friday and for
dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations encouraged. $5-25, 301 Harrison Ave., in the heart of downtown Panama City, 850-913-9131.

Gugliemo ‘La Fiamma’
Guglielmo maintains the uncompromising standard he set long ago for high quality Italian fare. La Fiamma offers pasta, fresh seafood, chicken and meat prepared in the style of Northern Italy and elsewhere. Daily specials and family style dining add to the choice. First class tiramisu. $6 -28. 529 Hwy98E, Destin 654-9880.

Guglielmo’s La Dolce Vita
Guglielmo maintains the uncompromising standard he set long ago for high quality Italian fare. La Fiamma offers pasta, fresh seafood, chicken and meat prepared in the style of northern Italy and elsewhere. Daily specials and family style dining add to the choice. First class tiramisu. $6 -28. 529 Hwy98E, Destin 654-9880.

Graffiti ½
Mediterranean cuisine featuring pasta, pizza, steak, chicken dishes, clam chowder with full bar service. Adjacent Funky Blues Shack offers bar specials and live entertainment. Open for dinner at 5 p.m., $6-18, 707 Hwy 98 E, Destin, 654-2764

The Magnolia Grill 1/3 Enjoy Italian favorites, or old-fashioned Florida-style seafood in a warm, friendly, homelike atmosphere. Pasta, grilled, fried, blackened or broiled seafood, giant steaks, and a lengthy, worthy dessert list. Wine and beer. $5-24, 157 Brooks Street SE, Fort Walton Beach, 302-0266.

Olive Garden (2 locations)
Italian food of all kinds, never empty salad bowl and bread sticks galore. $6-13, 216 Hwy 98W, FWB, 244-1667 and 34970 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, 650-2307.