Diners' Choice: Good for groups restaurants in Northwest Florida

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are great for groups in Northwest Florida? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Pazzo Italiano Destin

4.8

4.8 (2067)

$30 and under

Italian

Destin

About the restaurant

Two friends, two devoted family men, two restaurant lovers and now businessmen, that have been serving and delighting others for over 20+ years. We are excited to share with you our passion, our heart’s work: Pazzo Italiano.

Our menu has been carefully pieced together to bring you a combination of your favorite Italian staples, some more sophisticated flavors with a touch of fun and some new crazy combinations. We look forward to sharing our passion for taste and our love for service with you…

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Silas

Dined 2 days ago

One of our go to’s in Destin. We come to this restaurant every time we come to Destin (2-3x a year). Food and service are always great.

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The Union Public House

4.7

4.7 (1665)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Pensacola

About the restaurant

UPH is a crafty southern pub where it all comes together. 36 East Garden St.

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Madison

Dined 6 days ago

We will be returning! Great food! I had the fried chicken and it was so good.

The White Marlin and Oysterette

4.7

4.7 (476)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Port St. Joe

About the restaurant

We are accepting reservations to make your experience the most pleasurable. The White Marlin is a magnificent beach front steak and seafood restaurant that boasts a selection of seafood with a longstanding commitment to offering top quality ingredients from local fisheries up and down the coast of Florida. Freshness is our only priority working directly with fishermen and farmers, to bring you the most amazing fresh catches and beef there is to offer. With an ethos of spotlighting ingredients first, The White Marlins menu features simple preparations executed to perfection to allow quality to take center stage. We have two dining options for our guests experience between the more casual and lively Oyster Bar and patio to the traditional Main Dining Room. The Main Dining Room possesses classic and sophisticated warmth, is adorned with sharp accents throughout the room and plush seating lends the ideal setting for celebratory dinners or just a simple night on the town.

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Karen

Dined 3 days ago

There were 3 of us and we each ordered something different. Everyone’s meal was delicious. Our server, Jonah, was very knowledgeable about the menu and was attentive but not overly attentive- just perfect. The restaurant is beautiful and the view is amazing.

Mom & Dad's Italian Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (764)

$30 and under

Italian

Tallahassee

About the restaurant

Mom & Dad's Italian Restaurant has been an iconic restaurant in Tallahassee for over 50 years. The authentic italian atmosphere is full of friends and family enjoying the delicious recipes passed down through generations.

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DeannaVIP

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

Server was great. Found nice Chianti at a good dollar value. Food was okay and not the generous servings one would expect at an Italian restaurant. Therefore we had room for dessert.

Mezcal Mexican Grill

4.6

4.6 (253)

$30 and under

Mexican

Miramar Beach

About the restaurant

Mezcal Mexican Grill at The Seascape Towne Centre serves an upscale menu paired with a full-service bar, top-shelf tequilas and local live entertainment

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PaulVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Great service at the bar. Order came out extremely fast and was cooked perfectly.

Emerald Waterfront

4.4

4.4 (47)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Navarre

About the restaurant

The Emerald Waterfront Bar and Grill features meticulously hand-cut steaks, freshly caught seafood, an extensive selection of wines and creative cocktails. All of this is offered in a sophisticated yet laid-back beach atmosphere, complemented by stunning views of the serene Navarre Sound. Perfect for both casual gatherings and special occasions, The Emerald Waterfront Bar and Grill is an essential destination for those looking for relaxation and an unforgettable dining experience.

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Eric

Dined 3 days ago

A variety of food choices and at good prices. Drink specials. Attentive waiter Aaron.

Pompano Joe's - Panama City Beach

4.0

4 (488)

$30 and under

Seafood

Panama City Beach - Bay Point

About the restaurant

Pompano Joe's takes tremendous pride in serving Gulf seafood to its guests. If it lives in the Gulf, you will most likely find it on our menu. Our seafood is delivered daily and it is handled with great care from the minute it arrives at our door to the time it arrives at your table. Our standards are high and it shows in the presentation and flavor of every seafood dish we serve. We're a neighborhood beach place where you can "savor the flavor" of the Islands!

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LAVETT

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

We were seated within 5 minutes of our arrival. Our server was friendly and very accommodating. She provided excellent service.

Bubba Gump - Destin

3.8

3.8 (11)

$30 and under

Seafood

Destin

About the restaurant

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. captures the charm and American spirit that made “Forrest Gump” a smash hit, featuring down-home décor reminiscent of the movie’s setting in Alabama. Now branded as an American icon, the restaurant showcases memorabilia and still-photos from the movie, along with reproductions of script pages, storyboards and even some costumes. At the core, we are a seafood restaurant committed to providing a casual environment where everyone can enjoy a great meal and have some fun too.

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Tyler

Dined on Apr 8, 2025

Alex was our server. She did amazing and running the bar at same time! Highly recommend her!

Solstice Oceanfront Bar + Grill

3.8

3.8 (42)

$30 and under

American

Panama City Beach - Bay Point

About the restaurant

Located within the stunning Springhill Suites Panama City Beach beachfront hotel, Solstice Oceanfront Bar +Grill offers a delightful dining experience with breathtaking views of the Emerald Coast. Indulge in handcrafted cocktails and savor a selection of delectable bar bites or dive into our array of mouthwatering entrées. With daily specials to surprise and delight, Solstice Oceanfront Bar + Grill is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the coastal ambiance. Join us for an unforgettable culinary journey where the flavors are as refreshing as the ocean breeze.

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Lauren

Dined on Mar 19, 2025

The food and service were excellent here! We loved the quinoa bowl, smash burgers, and the jalepeno chicken! Great atmosphere especially if it’s chilly out to smart a window seat so you can enjoy looking at the beach. Great service too!

The Crazy Lobster Destin

3.3

3.3 (658)

$30 and under

Seafood

Destin

About the restaurant

Looking for a place to fuel up with drinks and fresh or fried seafood, find your feast today overlooking the beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay at Poppy’s Crazy Lobster. Share a Steamed Seafood Bucket with your pals, or satisfy your own appetite by keeping it all to yourself—a 2-lb. lobster, snow crab, shrimp, clams, mussels, corn on the cob, potatoes, and sausage all seasoned to pure perfection. Taste some of our New Orleans’ favorites like Crawfish étouffée, jambalaya, gumbo, and red beans, or our local specialties such as blackened Redfish, pan seared Amberjack or lobster fettuccine. The signature drinks and full service bar will keep the good times Rollin; Poppy’s Voodoo Juice, an all-time favorite and refreshing tropical cocktail. Live music keeps the restaurant hopping nightly with a variety of musicians and local talents

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AlannahVIP

Dined on Apr 27, 2025

10/10 Seafood and atmosphere!! If you’re looking for views and good seafood, this is the spot. Lots a great shops on this location too

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