The Dawson Group, a locally owned and operated restaurant group, has acquired three notable South Walton establishments, including Red Fish Taco, Stinky’s Bait Shack, and Stinky’s Fish Camp, from longtime local, Jim Richard of Word of Mouth Restaurant Group.
Update: the 30A Trolley never got rolling, interrupted by the pandemic. As of Spring 2025, only the county tram at Grayton Beach is operable, as well as the Seaside Shuttle. Keep up to date on the SoWal Forum.
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Fishing is more than just a past time in South Walton – it’s a way of life!
The parking lot may be gravel but the view is strictly high class at Thomas' Donut & Snack Shop on the west end of Panama City Beach. Located about 3.5 miles east of Carillon Beach, at 19208 Front Beach Road, Thomas Donuts is a place tourists seek out and locals go for breakfast and lunch.
Welcome to Gindarra – Your Dream Coastal Retreat in Grayton Beach, bordering the State Park!
November 20, 2024 by Lisa Comeau
Located in eastern South Walton along US Highway 98, just north of the beach & Scenic 30A, Watersound Town Center brings lifestyle and leisure together. Bordering the entrance to the Watersound Origins community, the growing collection of shops, restaurants, offices and event spaces are designed to serve the community and surrounding areas. Elegant architecture, green spaces and a walkable layout make for an experience that is easy to enjoy.
Walton County Tourism has unveiled the new brand chosen to represent the welcoming communities in Walton County located north of the Choctawhatchee Bay – Authentic Walton.
Every year Grand Boulevard at Sandestin has an impressive line-up of events for the holiday season.
Included this year are Grand Boulevard’s signature holiday celebrations, the popular Hometown Holiday Parade & Coastal White Christmas Holiday Celebration, and numerous festive, family-friendly activities. These events are open to the public at no cost.
We adore our delicious lunchtime breaks at our local SoWal eateries.
When the staff lunches, it's time for us to check in with our partners, talk about upcoming plans, and just catch up. Last Friday Lisa and I decided to pop into Local Catch to see what’s new.
Panoramic Gulf views mesmerize from every seat in the house at Fish Out Of Water, WaterColor’s favorite casual dining spot.
If you can tear your gaze away from the view, textural artwork by Justin Gaffrey and an open Chef’s kitchen are a feast for the senses. The menu itself is a sensory experience, ever changing, ever creative, ever delicious.
