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  1. Iris

    Still Think That After 20 Years Cafe Thirty-A is the Best

    We remember going to Cafe 30-A for their grand opening. It is still wonderful and gets a bit better year after year. There are still a few items that are still on the original menu... the Grilled Quail over Creamy Grits and the Margherita Pizza. Jim and Jason in the bar area are tops. David...
  2. Iris

    Moe's BBQ

    Yes, I know this is not on 30A but it's not too far past Pier Park on Front Beach. Found this place right after they opened last year and have been almost a dozen times. The BBQ is Alabama style and absolutely delicious. Over the course of 12 plus pulled pork sandwiches there might have been a...
  3. Iris

    The Preacher's Kitchen

    Has anyone gone to Preacher's since they opened? Looking for the menu and/or ideas on their menu. Are the burgers big, can one get a small, 4 oz burger? What do they cost(a range). What fish do they have? I can't seem to find anything. Thanks.
  4. Iris

    Perfect Pig Adding a New Perfect Pig to Gulf Place

    Think this dining review needs its own thread. I have heard from a reliable source that the Perfect Pig is opening another location in Gulf Place... Yes the Messina's location. This is good news for the West end of 30A. Mid Nov is the target date for opening. IMHO this is the best place that...
  5. Iris

    Sand Bar Seafood and Deli's Boiled Crawfish

    Yes, I know that Sand Bar Seafood is not in South Walton but it is close. Hwy 79 and very close to Front Beach Road. They have the best boiled crawfish and for a reasonable price. Two pounds of crawfish (I think it's over two pounds) and no filler...that is extra. The crawfish cost $12.99...
  6. Iris

    "The Perfect Pig" is "Perfect"

    I really, really shouldn't post this on SOWAL because I am afraid I won't be able to get a seat in this wonderful new place. But I have to share greatness with all! We have now tried this little gem three times (2 sit down and eat and 1 take out) and each time the tastes get better and better...
  7. Iris

    Criolla's Coming Back Under a New Name????

    Heard that Johnny Earles is opening another place in the old Criolla's location. This could be exciting. Does anyone have any additional information?
  8. Iris

    Fire

    Open Dec 1, 2012 for football specials. So excited. Thought is was over last weekend but more specials this Saturday on a Facebook notice.
  9. Iris

    Shorty's in Grayton

    We had not been to Shorty's for a few months and we realized that we have been missing out on this little gem in our area. The shrimp po boy was great...on Gambino's bread with med/large shrimp, not those tiny things that come on most po boys. The remoulaude sauce was very good. A mixture...
  10. Iris

    Best Crabcakes in SOWAL

    My tops go to Edward's Fine Food, Cafe Thirty A, and Bud & Alley's. All of them being the appetizer portion because they are so rich, but so very good. A lot around do not use Lump/Jumbo Lump and are packed with filler. What are your thoughts and who's your favorite?
  11. Iris

    Braveheart Beef

    Do any restaurants in SOWAL serve Braveheart Beef? Below is its description: "Braveheart Black Angus Beef provides only the highest quality beef from the USDA’s highest quality grades. Beef quality refers to the expected eating characteristics (tenderness, juiciness and flavor) of the cooked...
  12. Iris

    Edward's Fine Food and Wine

    They say it's all in the NAME and this is so true...."Edward's Fine Food and Wine" and it it truly fine or should I say outstanding. I am happy to say that we were lucky to call and find out they were having their soft opening tonight. Everything was a class act from the hostess that greeted us...
  13. Iris

    Emma's Too

    We came across this litle diner sometimes last year and fell in love with the place. It is not a fancy place and will never pretend to be. It serves a very good breakfast at a very reasonable price. Emma's Too is located on Hwy 79 almost at Front Beach Road. The eggs are always perfectly cooked...
  14. Iris

    Restaurant Closures for the Holidays/Season

    Anyone have a list (or would like to add to this list so we have a consolidated one) of Restaurant Closing....Seems like more than usual. There are many missing restaurants below, just the ones that I know. Thanks. - Gravel Road Closed - until Spring - Ballyhoo Closed - for Deep...
  15. Iris

    Who Has the Best French Fries in SOWAL?

    Does anyone have real homemade french fries from fresh potatoes (not frozen, with seasoning, or batter)? Five Guys at Pier Park and Ft Walton area great ones, but looking in SOWAL. Thanks for your opinions.
  16. Iris

    Cupcakes In SOWAL

    This week is my birthday and my friend is going to treat me to a cupcake at each of the three different places that were written up in the last Sun(I did not read it so I can't give you any names.) One in the morning, one around noon, then one in the late afternoon. Does anyone have any thought...
  17. Iris

    Marie's Bistro in Blue Mountain Beach

    Does anyone know anything about the Marie's that is in the old Ken's place?
  18. Iris

    George's on 30A

    Ok, we went to George's this week. We have been putting it off and putting it off. We're getting older and don't really like new things, however, believe that to stay young one needs to try new things so we decided to go down the road to George's. The food was outstanding, the best we have...
  19. Iris

    We Let This One Get Away

    Shame on us for letting this wonderful place slip right out of SOWAL. Wish they would come back, but I wish them the best. www.macaroonboutique.com
  20. Iris

    Dogs and Suds

    Heard there is a new Hot Dog place coming to SOWAL. Does anyone know when and where?
  21. Iris

    NFL Week 2

    Not a pool, just my pick for the weekend. GB BAL TN DAL PIL CAR ATL MN DEN OAK HOU SD NE CLE NYG NO
  22. Iris

    Best Baked Oysters Around

    Post your best Oyster Pictures!
  23. Iris

    Barefoot BBQ with an Attitude

    Business must be awesome at this place. Stopped by yesterday with my friend to try their BBQ. As locals, living at the beach, we had not tried them and thought we should give another local place our lunch money. We tried to order the 3 sliders and get a taste of each of the meats. This was...
  24. Iris

    On Line Menus for Area Restaurants

    I have noticed lately that a few places to eat in SOWAL are proud to display their menus on line, however they are a little afaid to post their prices. They are able to post menu changes, and if the prices change that often they should just list it as MP. In todays economy people need to know...
  25. Iris

    Mi Gente

    I recopied this from the Pepitos post I just made. I am excited about Pepitos also. And I realize this place is not in SOWAL but if you are in the Ft. Walton area .... "Speaking of good corn tortillas, you need to try the ones I have found. If you are in the Ft Walton area it's worth a stop...
  26. Iris

    Walton Library Funding or Lack There of

    I am really shocked at the lack of NEW books at the Coastal Branch. I can't seem to find any purchased after Jun 2009. I have asked numerous times and I get the same response. There is no funding for the Library. And that they have not been able to purchase new books for a while. I asked and was...
  27. Iris

    Lost Beagle in the Camp Creek Rd/Seabreeze area

    Lost Beagle. Her name is Lola. She left home around 10AM Monday morning. She is afraid of the storms. If anyone has seen or had any information please call Leigh at 850-830-3419. Thanks.
  28. Iris

    Black Bear off 30A

    About 3:00 AM my neighbors saw a big black bear in their back yard. It was located north of 30A at Camp Creek Lake. Cats have gone missing lately and we thought that was a bobcat. So now at Camp Creek Lake we have Black Bears, Red Wolves, foxes, raccoons, bobcats, and many snakes. This is...
  29. Iris

    Cafe Bouchee

    Cafe Bouchee is great. Being from LA I am pretty picky and their Roast Beef Po Boy is the best I have had. Sloppy and good. The Shrimp Po Boy is great very good..the shrimp have a very small batter so the shrimp pop out. I hear the hamburger is great, but I like a 4 or 5 oz burger vs an 8...
  30. Iris

    Pandora's at Grayton

    Pandora's gets my vote for the best steak around. You can't beat the Sunday and Wednesday Prime Rib special. Prime Rib, French Onion Soup, Salad and Bread - 15 bucks. Sometimes we split the huge NY strip. We love the staff. They are super.
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