Always check the website or Facebook page of local eateries before your heart is set on going - many close at 9 p.m. ET. Sometimes they close even earlier, because the fish are biting!
On the Cape
Don't miss Peachy’s! It's a quick service restaurant serving made to order food for lunch and dinner. Enjoy local shrimp and gulf grouper (best grouper sandwich around), BBQ pulled pork fresh from the smoker every day, sandwiches, tacos, BBQ nachos (da-bomb!), shrimp and grits, and more! They offer outdoor self-seating and make the perfect stop for a quick and fresh meal on the Cape! Note: They only accept cash (ATM in the Tradin' Post by the gift shop section) and you bus your own table. It's oh-so-worth it!
Like Krispy Kreme or Dunkin Donuts? You haven’t experienced the best until you’ve had a fresh homemade donut from Weber’s Little Donut Shop. This place is legendary on the Cape, but it can be a little confusing for those who don’t know how it works. The shop opens up Tuesdays through Saturdays at 7:30 a.m. Yes, you read that right, 7:30 a.m.! Their donuts sell out FAST, so people line up early in the morning to get their famous homemade cake donuts. The shop closes at 11 a.m., or when the daily donuts sell out. It may be hard to wake up early on vacation, but if you like donuts, it’s worth doing at least one day! Before planning your donut day, we recommend checking the shop window for posted hours to make sure you don’t show up to a closed shop! Special hours and closing are usually posted outside the shop or on their website. *Carol's favorite is the 'Old-Fashioned'
Located right on the Cape, Skully’s offers casual low country boil. In the mood for some shrimp, corn, and everything else that comes with a good gumbo? Then Skully’s is the place for you! The owners are a ton of fun, and make some GREAT gumbo. Check their Facebook page for hours when you’re on the Cape, and enjoy a great outdoor meal!
Cone Heads offers seafood, burgers, pizza, soup and salad, ice cream, and a bar. It’s near the end of the Cape, by the entrance to St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Be sure to look at their operating hours before heading down. And before or after your meal, why not enjoy some time at the park? *Check reviews and hours prior to going. Favorites include: Lemon Daquiri and Oysters Rockefeller
Looking for drinks and a good time? Scallop Republic has Florida craft beer, wine, and live music, but if you’re hungry make sure you check-out the food truck! Their Facebook page has all the details on which truck and hours are available.
Ice cream, pizza, gas, fishing supplies, rentals, groceries, beach toys, and souvenirs, you can find it all at the Cape’s one-stop-shop Scallop Cove. BEST GUMBO IN THE AREA!
If you need groceries, liquor, beer, ice cream, beach basics, or souvenirs, The Tradin’ Post is one great option right on the Cape. WE LOVE THEIR PIZZA!
Looking for fresh local fish, scallops, shrimp, lobster, crab, hushpuppies, and all the fixin’s? St. Jow Shrimp Company offers all you need for a seafood dinner, and will even cook your pick of fresh seafood for you in-store for lunch! Call ahead for the fresh catch of the day and what time the steamer will stop. Get your items steamed for free - just 5 minutes from the house. We love the "House" blend of spices on steamed shrimp!
Previously the Sand Bucket, but new ownership has dressed the place up and added a great outdoor area. We've heard great things about it!
In Port St. Joe
From groceries and beach toys, to art galleries and local shops, if you’re looking for a great day out on the town, head over to downtown Port St. Joe, just a short drive from Cape San Blas!
Excellent salads and pizzas. Don't miss the clam chowder! High quality ingredients and great wines.
Excellent and affordable -- grilled, baked and fried seafood and land-lubber options!
Authentic Mexican food, live music and EXCELLENT margaritas! Quatro Loco just is known to locals as one of the best authentic Mexican restaurants in Gulf County.
Port St. Joe's fine dining with beautiful views of the bay. While reservations are required for the dining room, walk-ins are welcomed on the beautiful back deck.
Raw oysters, fried baskets, Po Boys and more! Cat 5 is located upstairs, in the same building as St. Joe Shrimp Company on 30A.
Great, high quality lunch-time buffet, which changes daily. Love their Sunday brunch buffetThese guys are deeply involved in the community.
Best sandwiches in the area! We love the chip dip.
Great, family fun atmosphere and service. Roomy patio. Affordable option for large groups.
Yummy Italian comfort food and some good wines. We love Betty's Spaghetti! Cool decor.
Basic cheap Mexican, which you gotta have -- but also great folks and margaritas.
On Indian Pass
It’s famous and known all-around! At the end of 30E, turn right and it’s on your left about ~5 mi. Usually a wait on the porch with fun local entertainment, so be sure to take your sunscreen and insect repellent (you are near the lagoon).
In Apalachicola
There are so many lovely shops, art galleries and clothing stores in Apalach. We always make time to go do some Christmas shopping year-round with our favorite OCBC in hand.
One of our faves; good people and good brews. Pets allowed. Open container while walking. Watch that Mango Grove or you will be "lop-sided" before you know it!
This is the best restaurant around. A nice treat for a special occasion. Carol love's the fried oyster salad.
Great fresh seafood, but sitting by the Apalachicola River is the thing. GREAT BLOODY MARY BAR ON SUNDAYS! They also have inside seating.
Upstairs on the back porch, you can sit and watch the boats on the Apalachicola River and teeming wildlife. Best view in Apalachicola. *Check reviews prior to going.
The staff are totally sarcastic jokers, so take your sense of humor. The largest raw oysters I've ever seen were here during a recent visit -- keep in mind there are no Apalachicola oysters right now due to the government-imposed moratorium, but they are usually from nearby states. Can you find your Alma mater's hat on the wall? War Eagle!
Apalachicola Chocolate Company
Carol’s fave is the chocolate gelato and Eric is a pistachio kinda guy – you deserve it!