This is a busy time to be at the beach so looking for restaurants off the beaten path. Trying to avoid the crowds. We might be out of luck but thought it might be worth a try. So send those recommendations!

www.theotherendbeergarden.com

www.thebreakfasttabledestin.com

www.bucksbarbq.com

www.graffitibs.com

and don't miss Shake's Frozen Custard !!!

It's been a while, but we really enjoyed http://www.cafethirtya.com/
Bud & Alley's at Seaside is supposed to be good too.

We also enjoyed: http://www.poppysseafoodfactory.com/ at Bayside Wharf.

The Lighthouse is finer dining and not as well known and offers half price entrees if you get there early (before 6 I think). It has been there for at least 25 years, maybe longer! Great food.

We like to go to Baytowne at Sandestin while we are there. There are many restaurants there together, so if the wait is too long at one, there is usually another right there to seat you. They can handle larger parties and we have never waited more than a few minutes. Everything there is super casual, typical beach fare, lots of outside dining.