573 Santa Rosa Boulevard
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
850-244-8686
Your epicurean tour of Fort Walton Beach continues with a visit to another local favorite, the Crab Island Café and Manatee Tiki Bar. We warn you though, the food served here is addictive and the drinks from the Tiki Bar may have you considering giving up the corporate world and retiring in paradise! Open every day in shifts—from 7:00 AM until 11:00 AM for the morning shift and 4:00 PM until 10:00 PM for the later shift—the only bad time to visit is during the hours that they are closed, of course!
Located at 573 Santa Rosa Boulevard
Constructed of tan and beige stucco, the outside doesn’t really hint at the wonders found inside, but you’re not visiting to check out Crab Island Café’s décor; you’re here for the food and the atmosphere! Inside it’s open, bright, and inviting, filled with wood tables and comfortable chairs. Minimalist in style, the smiling staff helps create an environment that makes everyone feel as if they are family, not just guests at a restaurant. The Manatee Tiki Bar is poolside, offering a spot to enjoy the sun, refreshing drinks, and the company of your favorite people on earth! This is one of the best places to eat in Ft. Walton Beach FL!
The Menus at Crab Island Cafe in Fort Walton Beach
The Manatee Tiki Bar is more about the drinks and the company, but they do offer a few poolside treats that will make your taste buds stand up and take notice! Order your favorite tropical beverage—Rum Runners are a specialty—and soak up the laid-back atmosphere along with a few appetizers, and when it’s time for dinner, head inside to the Crab Island Cafe in Fort Walton Beach. Specializing in the seafood that comes straight from the waters outside the building, their crab dishes are fresh and tasty! Known for their seafood gumbo, a cup is the perfect start to any meal enjoyed at the café, or, if you’re not too hungry, order a bowl and devote all your attention to the magical and savory taste of every spoonful! Coconut breaded shrimp is another guest favorite, and if you haven’t enjoyed your fill of drinks at the Manatee Tiki Bar, you can continue the celebration of a temporary life of leisure inside with more of those tropical drinks these two great spaces are famous for! If you like crab and seafood, this will probably be one of your favorite places to eat in Ft. Walton Beach FL!
Enjoy Even More of Area Attractions
There’s nothing better than a delicious meal or savory beverage enjoyed at the Crab Island Café and Manatee Tiki Bar when visiting Fort Walton Beach. Sensational service, a vibrant ambiance, and of course fantastic flavors are yours for indulging in when you make a stop this way. As an added bonus to a meal enjoyed in these surroundings, guests who are looking forward to even more adventure will find nearby attractions and fun well within reach. You don’t have to travel far beyond the front door of the restaurant to make the most of every moment of your stay. When you’re up for expanding your itinerary, here are some stops you won’t want to miss.
Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier
Located at 1030 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, the Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier is a scenic and welcoming landmark you’ll want to be sure to experience when you’re in the area. Stretching over chalk-white sands and out into the water 1,262 feet, this pier highlights the best views of the Gulf of Mexico imaginable. You’ll want to be sure to have your camera on hand for this stop which is a popular one when you’re in the mood to spot incredible marine life or perhaps cast a line and see what you reel in. Sea turtles, pelicans, heron, and dolphins are regularly spotted from this vantage point, promising an inspiring moment from your Fort Walton Beach stay. Anglers who set their sights on this pier can count on the possibility of reeling in everything from king mackerel and black fin tuna to tarpon. Of course, this fishing pier is also a great option when you’re looking to enjoy nothing more than a stroll. Wander along or dig your toes into the sand below and enjoy a bit of well-deserved tranquility during your getaway.
Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone
Make your way to 1306 Miracle Strip Parkway SE while you’re in this neck of the woods and enjoy a family-fun excursion to Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone. This thrilling follow up to a meal is bound to delight visitors of all ages. A stop here provides guests with time to enjoy a game of mini-golf with the entire family. When your round is done, hop on the roller coaster or make your way inside and enjoy time in the full arcade. The entire establishment revolves around fun prehistoric designs that transport you back in time and allow everyone to be a kid or kid at heart for a while!
Take Home the Leftovers for Later
Maybe your meal portions were a little large or you couldn’t resist ordering another bowl of their mouthwatering seafood gumbo to enjoy for lunch the next day. Either way, it’s easy to enjoy leftovers in the comfort of your condo at The Breakers; reserve your stay with us today! Check out these awesome places to eat in Ft. Walton Beach FL!
