Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Northwest Florida

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking restaurants that have the most scenic view 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!

The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach

4.8

4.8 (6881)

$30 and under

Seafood

Pensacola

About the restaurant

The Grand Marlin Restaurant features a main dining area with a shucked to order oyster bar, exterior North Drop Bar overlooking the beautiful Santa Rosa Sound, and private meeting rooms. This Pensacola Beach restaurant, with an air of island casualness, serves the highest-quality cuisine, including the freshest local seafood featured on menus designed and printed daily to take advantage of the local bounty. The atmosphere creates a fusion of the Caribbean and the Pensacola Bay Area. Executive Chef Gregg McCarthy has a passion for great-tasting food and particularly loves working his culinary magic with fresh Gulf Coast seafood. Boaters and beach-goers feel comfortable in shorts and flip-flops at the oyster bar, in the dining room and at the North Drop Bar. The Grand Marlin has a space and atmosphere for all occasions and is looking forward to creating an authentic experience between time and tide.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

I’ve been here 3 times during my stay and each time the food has been excellent. The service is very good. The last time it was a little rushed where the entrée was served while we still were eating the appetizers and the dessert menu was given to us while we were still enjoying our entrée — perhaps it was because we were dining at eight and they were anxious to close? In any event regardless of this service the last time, which I am thinking was a one-off, I highly recommend the Grand Marlin.

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4.7

4.7 (972)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Destin

About the restaurant

Beach Walk Café, known as the “Most Romantic Dining Experience in Destin,” is located inside the Henderson Park Inn where guests enjoy unobstructed views of the Gulf overlooking more than a mile of the world’s most beautiful and secluded beaches with spectacular sunset views.

In this idyllic private setting Beach Walk Café features an intimate atmosphere with dining available inside, with a cozy fireplace and magnificent views of the coast and outside on the verandas of the Inn overlooking the emerald waters of the Gulf. A favorite with locals and tourists alike, Beach Walk Café is known for its meticulous service, innovative cuisine and a stunning, unparalleled view.

Reservations are recommended. Please note, all diners at Beach Walk Café must be 13 or older. If there is inclement weather, your outside seating reservation is subject to alteration or cancellation.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

Friendly and knowledgeable staff and servers, beautiful view, outstanding food.

The Grand Marlin of Panama City Beach

4.7

4.7 (4725)

$30 and under

Seafood

Panama City Beach - Bay Point

About the restaurant

The Grand Marlin Restaurant features a main dining area with a shucked to order oyster bar, exterior North Drop Bar overlooking Grand Lagoon, and private meeting rooms. This Panama City Beach restaurant, with an air of island casualness, serves the highest-quality cuisine, including the freshest local seafood featured on menus designed and printed daily to take advantage of the local bounty. The atmosphere creates a fusion of the Caribbean and the Panama City Beach Area. Corporate Executive Chef Gregg McCarthy has a passion for great-tasting food and particularly loves working his culinary magic with fresh Gulf Coast seafood. Boaters and beach-goers feel comfortable in shorts and flip-flops at the oyster bar, in the dining room and at the North Drop Bar. The Grand Marlin has a space and atmosphere for all occasions and is looking forward to creating an authentic experience between time and tide.

Top review

SusanH

Dined 5 days ago

Best key lime pie

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The White Marlin and Oysterette

4.7

4.7 (366)

$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.

Top review

KathyS

Dined 7 days ago

Group of five girlfriends, first time there… We all agreed one of the best meals each of us had ever enjoyed. Rae was our server and she was amazing. Answered all our questions with the upmost confidence and knowledge. She was absolutely “a Rae of sunshine”. The manager came by our table to check on us, that was quite nice. If we could give more that’s five star, we would. We will be back.

Drift

4.6

4.6 (1073)

$31 to $50

American

Pensacola

About the restaurant

Join us for dinner or a Gulf side drink. Located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, perched high above on the second floor, DRIFT is a casual fine dining restaurant serving steaks & fresh seafood, offering guests THE best view on Pensacola Beach featuring an indoor bar & indoor seating as well as a patio bar & outdoor seating. Join us for our Sunday night Prime Rib Dinner, only $39.95 and check out our Sunset Happy Hour Wednesday-Sunday for Half Off our specialty cocktail menu plus all appetizers - Sunday 4pm-6pm.

Check out our Chef Specials and come see for yourself why we won Best in Pensacola 2022 for 1. Best Restaurant - Pensacola Beach 2. Best Steakhouse - Pensacola 3. Best Happy Hour - Pensacola and 4. Best Girls Night Out - Pensacola.

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Daniel

Dined 2 days ago

The special was amazing. Great service. We had a wonderful time.

The Owl Cafe

4.4

4.4 (67)

$30 and under

American

Apalachicola

About the restaurant

In the heart of downtown Apalachicola, the Owl Cafe offers a River City dining experience like no other. Sensational appetizers, delicious entrees and incredible desserts are prepared and served by an attentive staff. The menu is varied and colorful, with daily chef’s selections ranging from exotic imported dishes to fresh, locally-caught seafood. The amazing wine list is as full of character as Apalachicola itself, and delivers the perfect complement to every meal.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

Michael G gave us wonderful recommendations and did not fail us.

Vue on 30a

4.3

4.3 (2468)

$50 and over

Contemporary Southern

Santa Rosa Beach

About the restaurant

Since opening their doors in 1971, Vue on 30a has showcased one of the most sought after, panoramic dining experiences on the Gulf. Under the visionary leadership of Executive Chef Christopher Mayhue and Executive Sous Chef Dalbert Hughes, Vue's menu is set to elevate the dining experience to new heights, reflecting the unique character and tastes of the 30A community and the ultimate southern coastal cuisine experience. Vue on 30a’s menu showcases the restaurant’s commitment to supporting local farmers and suppliers while reflecting the community's tastes and preferences. Favorite dishes include: House Smoke Tuna Dip, "Niceville Hot" Chicken Sandwich, NOLA Style BBQ Shrimp, Southern Style Fish and Shrimp and Warm Bread Pudding. These dishes, along with other updated favorites, are a testament to Vue on 30a’s dedication to delivering a dining experience that is both comforting and innovative. Vue on 30a continues to be a “Most Booked” restaurant at OpenTable.com.

Top review

OpenTable Dinervip

Dined on Sep 3, 2024

Perfect dinner , enjoyed the sunset and the post season dinner out !

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4.2

4.2 (374)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Pensacola

About the restaurant

Savor our carefully crafted and locally sourced dishes by our Executive Chef, Mason Cheney at Beach House Social on our hotel property here in Navarre Beach, Florida.

Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and stunning water views by the fire table while indulging in our Award-Winning Cuisine.

For reservations over 8 guests, we cannot guarantee that your entire party will be sat together.

Top review

Katy

Dined on Aug 31, 2024

Food was over prices for what you get. The restaurant was extremely loud. It was difficult to enjoy our dinner because of the loudness. Service was just ok, I got sick & tired of our very young service calling me “my love” over & over again. Probably would just go back for cocktails but would prefer enjoying them outside where it was less noisy

Whiskey Joe’s Pensacola Beach on the Boardwalk

3.7

3.7 (181)

$30 and under

American

Pensacola Beach

About the restaurant

If you're looking for a warm tropical breeze, white sands, family fun, cold drinks, delicious island-inspired grub, killer sunsets, and a breathtaking view of the waterfront from Pensacola Beach, look no further than Whiskey Joe's.

Top review

JReviews

Dined on Jul 27, 2024

Great location, good food & service. We went for an early dinner & were able to be seated right away & food was out promptly.

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Experience

Join Us for Island Hour!

Señor Frog's Pensacola Beach

3.3

3.3 (27)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Pensacola Beach

About the restaurant

If you've ever been to a Señor Frog's anywhere around the world, you already know that we're a place where people of all backgrounds hang together, dance, sing and basically act the way they want. Our philosophy is simple: have fun, let yourself go and unleash your fiesta!

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jul 27, 2024

The drinks, music, atmosphere and staff are on point. The food is alright, not all that. I really enjoyed the chocolate mousse! I had the mini pretzel bites with cheese at a prior visit and they were good. I got the tropical salad it wasn’t that good. I added shrimp and they were good. Next time I’ll stick with appetizers. Dessert and drinks. Really enjoyed the DJ and our waitress was nice and good.

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