Thanks! It's always nice to get the "lay of the land" before arriving!
Rosemary/Seacrest - What's new?
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You don't say when you're visiting, but if it's the weekend of June 10th, there's an arts fair at Rosemary Beach on the Saturday and Sunday. And then there's a ballet performance as well on the green. www.rosemarybeach.com
The above posts give the same information I would give. Check the SoWal calendar to see what outdoor movies and concerts are in the area. Rosemary beach now has them so that's very convenient for those of us on this side of 30A! We love Fonville Press, Seacrest Cafe Carvel ice cream (and now looking at the fountain while at Seacrest Cafe, Shades (service is slow but we like the food and think it's reasonable -- though not inexpensive -- in cost). We really haven't learned too much about Rosemary Beach yet. We always say we're going to explore it but then don't get around to it. But we will one of these trips. If you bring your laptop, you can get wireless access at Fonville, Seacrest Cafe, and Shades. Deer Lake State Park is awesome. Let us know what you liked most when you get back.
Fonville Press has after beach wine get-togethers on Friday nights I believe.
Fonville Press has after beach wine get-togethers on Friday nights I believe.
Paula - can you tell me more about Deer Lake State Park? I have driven by several times and thought about exploring, but time always gets away. Isn't it amazing how you think of all the things you can do with an entire week off by the beach. And somehow all you find time to do is a little bit of nothing!
And after your hike in Deer Lake, stop next door at the WaterSound Beach Gatehouse Cafe. It's open to all for breakfast and lunch on the outside patio (no indoor dining), with views of the interior of WaterSound Beach. Very casual and the food is excellent. A sandwich can easily be split for two people. Also some food for takeout. 
Cork On the Ocean
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josebby said:And after your hike in Deer Lake, stop next door at the WaterSound Beach Gatehouse Cafe. It's open to all for breakfast and lunch on the outside patio (no indoor dining), with views of the interior of WaterSound Beach. Very casual and the food is excellent. A sandwich can easily be split for two people. Also some food for takeout.
Thanks Josebby, Haven't been there yet but need to try. Ditto with Paula and IBD on Seacrest Cafe (one of my favorites). You need to know what to order. Salads are very small but Steak and Cheese, Burgers and most sandwiches are great. Service also very good.
Shades on Loop - Only once ever had good service. Often terrible. Management (Danielle) seems to be oblivious to the fact that customers should be addressed within 20 minutes. Food is fine but service definitely can ruin a meal.
Fonville is just a great environment for morning coffee and scone. Sandwiches have been sporadic. Someone said they had a great one but seems they've never had a delivery when I wanted one and I got yesterday's leftovers. In all fairness, it takes time to get things going right and I think they will.
Summer Kitchen - reliable rollowups. Nice man that always gives water to Sunshine
Onano's - I know it was great for Kurt and Tootsies anniversary but are just plain snoots every time I've been there which have been many. Don't know if I'll be giving them another chance even though they are steps from my home.
Must also give a plug to Yanni's which we all know is fantastic!
Hey josebby! How are you? Are you in WS? I hear Danny has moved down there to bartend. Our loss is your gain. 
Cork On the Ocean said:Thanks Josebby, Haven't been there yet but need to try. Ditto with Paula and IBD on Seacrest Cafe (one of my favorites). You need to know what to order. Salads are very small but Steak and Cheese, Burgers and most sandwiches are great. Service also very good.
Shades on Loop - Only once ever had good service. Often terrible. Management (Danielle) seems to be oblivious to the fact that customers should be addressed within 20 minutes. Food is fine but service definitely can ruin a meal.
Fonville is just a great environment for morning coffee and scone. Sandwiches have been sporadic. Someone said they had a great one but seems they've never had a delivery when I wanted one and I got yesterday's leftovers. In all fairness, it takes time to get things going right and I think they will.
Summer Kitchen - reliable rollowups. Nice man that always gives water to Sunshine
Onano's - I know it was great for Kurt and Tootsies anniversary but are just plain snoots every time I've been there which have been many. Don't know if I'll be giving them another chance even though they are steps from my home.
Must also give a plug to Yanni's which we all know is fantastic!
Cork, you've enjoyed the food at Yanni's? We thought the service was good but the food was only very ordinary. You think we should give it another look?
Deer Lake State Park is beautiful. You just walk, ride your bike, or drive in and park (if you have a vehicle). Then you walk down a VERY long boardwalk toward the beach. If you have to go to the bathroom, use the outhouse before you start walking down the boardwalk because it's a bit of a hike (but worth it). I don't think there are real bathrooms there. It's just a beautiful walk. In the summer, I'd probably make it an early walk. Or I'd go during a time when I'd stay and play in the water. I believe the park entrance is free. A very simple, beautiful place.
I didn't know about the food at Watersound. I'll definitely have to try that out.
We also like Yanni's.
It will be interesting to see what new restaurants and shops come along on this part of 30A when Alys Beach is finished and when more join Rosemary Beach and Villages of South Walton.
before you start walking down the boardwalk because it's a bit of a hike (but worth it). I don't think there are real bathrooms there. It's just a beautiful walk. In the summer, I'd probably make it an early walk. Or I'd go during a time when I'd stay and play in the water. I believe the park entrance is free. A very simple, beautiful place.I didn't know about the food at Watersound. I'll definitely have to try that out.
We also like Yanni's.
It will be interesting to see what new restaurants and shops come along on this part of 30A when Alys Beach is finished and when more join Rosemary Beach and Villages of South Walton.