Floyd’s Shrimp House is a lively, waterfront seafood restaurant on the Boardwalk at Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach, best known for its all‑you‑can‑eat shrimp specials, beach views, and fun, family‑friendly atmosphere. Open daily for lunch and dinner, it serves Gulf shrimp in just about every style along with oysters, fish, steaks, and classic bar‑and‑grill favorites.
Atmosphere
Floyd’s has a casual, upbeat boardwalk vibe, with indoor seating and open‑air areas that overlook the water, the pier, and nearby beach activities. Live music, big drink cups, and the buzz of families and groups coming straight from the beach make it feel more like a vacation hangout than a formal restaurant.
Located alongside other Boardwalk spots like The Crab Trap and Rockin’ Tacos, it’s easy to build a whole evening here—dinner, a stroll on the pier, and stops for dessert or shopping with the kids. The atmosphere stays relaxed and welcoming, with plenty of shorts‑and‑flip‑flops diners and a steady mix of locals and visitors.
Food and Drink
As the name suggests, shrimp is the star: Floyd’s serves popcorn shrimp, fried and grilled Gulf shrimp, coconut shrimp, Buffalo shrimp po’ boys, shrimp tacos, shrimp Alfredo, and more. Its signature draw is the all‑you‑can‑eat shrimp (and often fish) offered daily—commonly available in the late afternoon window and sometimes “all day long”—with platters of fried popcorn shrimp, flounder, fries, slaw, and hushpuppies that guests describe as a major value.
Beyond shrimp, the menu includes baked oysters, crab legs, mahi mahi and grouper tacos or sandwiches, ribs, burgers, and kid‑friendly options like tenders and quesadillas. A full bar pours big soft drinks, beer, and cocktails, so adults can enjoy a drink while kids dig into huge baskets of fried seafood.
For Vacationers
Floyd’s Shrimp House is ideal for Okaloosa Island and Fort Walton Beach visitors who want a fun, budget‑friendly seafood feast in a high‑energy setting right by the pier and Boardwalk. It’s especially appealing for families and groups with big appetites, thanks to the all‑you‑can‑eat shrimp deals and large portions that keep everyone full without a splurge‑level check.
Because it’s one of the island’s most popular spots and sits in the middle of the Boardwalk action, expect some wait at peak times; many guests time their visit for the 4–6 p.m. all‑you‑can‑eat window, then stay to enjoy the beach, music, and pier after dinner.