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Open Daily 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m.

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Holiday Hours: Christmas Eve 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Christmas Day Closed.
Available only during dinner hours 4–9 p.m.

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Plates of various dishes including seasoned chicken wings garnished with herbs, fried vegetables, crab cakes with sauce, and fried wontons on a white table.

Gulf Coast

southern
cuisine
Plate of Grits a Ya Ya: grilled shrimp and meat with creamy sauce topped with crispy fried sweet potato curls.

Award-Winning

local
seafood
Two male musicians playing electric guitars during an outdoor performance, one wearing a baseball cap and the other with a beanie and glasses.

Coastal Bands

live local
music
Chef Jim Shirley’s family-friendly waterfront restaurant features mouth-watering Southern gulf coast cuisine, sushi, a 12-draft beer system, excellent wine selections, and inventive bar-crafted cocktails. Table and bar seating is available inside and outside on the deck overlooking Choctawhatchee Bay.
Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association seal of commitment

Award-wining dining, music venu, and wine list!

Blue badge stating Perfect in South Walton 2020 Diamond Award Winner Best Casual Dining.
Badge with text Perfect in South Walton 2020 Diamond Award Winner Best Live Music Venue South Walton.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence emblem with a stylized wine glass on a purple and black background.
Perfect in South Walton 2021 Gold Award Winner for Best Casual Dining with South Walton logo.
Wooden pier leading to a bayside beach with people, trees, and shaded structures under a partly cloudy sky.

WHITE SAND beach

overlooking choctawhatchee bay

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Person pouring rosé sparkling wine from a bottle into a glass flute at a bar.Bar counter with draft beer taps, bottles of liquor on shelves, glasses, and chalkboard menus listing beers and wines by the glass.Three musicians performing outdoors under a tree, one playing upright bass, one on drums, and one singing while playing accordion.

HAPPY HOUR 3 pm to 5 pm DAILY

Half off most cocktails, half off select house wines, and $4 Shock Top draft.
Close-up of a bonfire with burning logs and orange flames, with a blurred blue chair in the background.

BEACH BONFIRE

every wednesday night

Every Wednesday night, our private beach shines with a cozy fire and some of the best live music in the Panhandle.
Plated gourmet dish with grilled shrimp, sauce, leafy greens, diced vegetables, and a tower of crispy fried sweet potato strings.Cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and bacon served with sweet potato chips and a glass of beer.
Two plates of brunch dishes with eggs, potatoes, fried chicken, and two cocktails on a white table by the water with a wooden pier in the background.Outdoor waterfront dining area with people seated under umbrellas, surrounded by trees and palm trees during daylight.
Glass of beer next to a cheeseburger with melted cheese and fries on a white plate, with a blurred outdoor dock background.Close-up of sushi rolls with white rice, tuna filling, topped with green jalapeño slices, sprouts, and sauce on a white plate.
Slice of creamy pie with whipped cream swirls and crumb topping on a white plate.Gourmet shrimp dish with crispy fried garnish and a glass of white wine on a white tablecloth by a wooden pier over calm water.
Three musicians performing on an outdoor wooden deck with a guitarist on the left, a drummer in the middle, and a bass player singing on the right.

Sunday Pickin’ with Mike Whitty and Friends

Every Sunday from  4-8 p.m.! Join us at The Sand Ole Opry.
Here’s what our customers are saying:

”Food is amazing and the view is awesome! Great atmosphere and the staff is very professional. Love the live music.” 

—KRISTY

”Amazing! Wonderful sushi and food service. Outdoor dining is a must. Everything we expected.” 

—JENNIFER

“Love the atmosphere and the food. Can’t wait to come back. Staff is first class.” 

—SHELBY

”Great atmosphere and the food was fantastic! The Bay sushi roll is a must.“

—CHRISTI
24215 Hwy. 331 at the foot of the bridge
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Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
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850.622.2291
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