A curated mix of local favorites around Gulf Breeze, Navarre and Pensacola Beach. Use the quick labels to find the right spot for your group.
Local Restaurants
Seafood, waterfront favorites, breakfast, casual bites & sweet treats
Seafood & Gulf Coast Favorites
Dave's Oyster Bar and Grill
Local Favorite | Seafood | Oysters | Casual | Family-Friendly
A good nearby choice for oysters, Gulf seafood, gumbo, and fried or grilled seafood in a relaxed local atmosphere.
Best for: A casual local seafood night without the touristy feel.
The Grand Marlin
Date Night | Waterfront | Seafood & Steaks | Reservations Recommended | $$$
A polished Pensacola Beach option for fresh Gulf seafood, oysters, steaks, cocktails and waterfront dining. Best for: Date night, celebrations, or a nicer dinner.
Flounder's Chowder House
Pensacola Beach | Casual | Seafood | Families | Vacation Vibe
A longtime Pensacola Beach favorite with seafood, sandwiches and a lively beach atmosphere. Best for: An easy family dinner after a beach day.
Waterfront & Sunset
Juana's Pagodas & Sailors' Grill
Navarre Beach | Waterfront | Casual | Live Music | Sunset
A laid-back Navarre Beach favorite where the setting is part of the experience. Good for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks. Best for: Sunset, live music and a relaxed beach-town atmosphere.
Emerald Waterfront Bar and Grill
Navarre | Waterfront | Date Night | Seafood & Steaks | Reservations Available
A more polished waterfront choice overlooking Santa Rosa Sound with seafood, steaks, cocktails and frequent live music. Best for: A quieter waterfront dinner.
Shaggy's Pensacola Beach
Waterfront | Families | Casual | Kids | Beach Vibe
A relaxed waterfront option on Little Sabine Bay with seafood, burgers and a fun vacation atmosphere. Best for: Families and casual waterfront dining.
Breakfast & Brunch
Buenos Dias Cafe
Breakfast | Brunch | Mexican | Local Favorite | $
A fun change from the usual breakfast menu, with breakfast tacos, burritos, chilaquiles and familiar morning favorites. Best for: Something different and flavorful in the morning.
TC's Front Porch
Navarre | Breakfast | Casual | Local Feel | Family-Friendly
A relaxed Navarre cafe serving breakfast plus casual lunch and dinner options including seafood, tacos, sandwiches and burgers. Best for: A laid-back breakfast or easy family meal.
Native Cafe
Pensacola Beach | Breakfast | Brunch | Local Favorite | $$
A popular Pensacola Beach breakfast and brunch stop with traditional favorites and Gulf Coast touches such as shrimp and grits. Best for: Breakfast before a Pensacola Beach day.
Casual & Family-Friendly
Tacos Rock
Mexican | Tacos | Margaritas | Casual | Family-Friendly
A locally owned Gulf Breeze option for street tacos, Mexican dishes and margaritas. Best for: An easy dinner when everyone wants something casual.
Taste of Thai
Thai | Casual | Takeout-Friendly | Family-Friendly
A useful non-seafood option with curries, noodles, fried rice and familiar Thai favorites. Best for: Takeout night or when you want a break from seafood.
Something Sweet
Turtle Roll Homemade Ice Cream & Shaved Ice
Homemade Ice Cream | Kids | After-Beach Treat | Local
A local favorite with homemade ice cream, shakes, sundaes, shaved ice and plenty of flavor choices. Best for: An after-beach treat or dessert stop with the kids.
Can't Decide?
Want local seafood?
Dave’s Oyster Bar and Grill
Want waterfront/date night?
The Grand Marlin or Emerald Waterfront
Want breakfast?
Dave’s Oyster Bar and Grill
Kids want dessert?
Dave’s Oyster Bar and Grill
Before You Go
Hours, menus, pricing, live music schedules and reservation policies can change. We recommend checking the restaurant’s current website or social page before heading out, especially during peak season.