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Camp Helen State Park

Couple walking hand in hand along a wooded nature trail beside the water at Camp Helen State Park.

Explore Camp Helen State Park near Panama City Beach with hiking trails, a rare coastal dune lake, quiet Gulf beach access, fishing, and wildlife viewing.

Pescado Seafood Grill & Rooftop Bar

Pescado Seafood Grill & Rooftop Bar is an upscale seafood restaurant and rooftop lounge in Rosemary Beach, perched atop the Orleans building with sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico. The space pairs thoughtfully sourced ingredients and eclectic coastal cuisine with punchy craft cocktails, making it a favorite for sunset dinners and special nights out on […]

Renaissance French Restaurant

An artfully plated gourmet seafood dish on a large gray plate features a charred octopus tentacle, two seared langoustine tails, a mound of green purée topped with star anise, dollops of pale orange sauce, glossy black sauce circles, and a small bowl of red rice garnished with parsley.

Renaissance is an intimate “bistro chic” French restaurant in Gulf Place on 30A, serving elevated classic French cuisine and fine wines in an elegant Parisian-inspired setting.

Fish Out Of Water

A hand in a red sleeve holds a fork over a plate of grilled fish served on a bed of mixed vegetables with roasted potatoes, set on an outdoor table beside a salted-rim lime cocktail, with palm trees and the ocean blurred in the background.

Fish Out of Water (FOOW) is a lively Gulf-front restaurant at WaterColor Inn on 30A, serving fresh coastal cuisine, Southern favorites, and craft drinks with stunning beach views.

Stinky’s Fish Camp

Close-up of a loaded seafood platter with crab legs, shrimp, fish, mussels, corn, and lemon wedges in a creamy butter sauce at Stinky’s Fish Camp.

Stinky’s Fish Camp is a laid‑back, Gulf‑to‑table seafood restaurant on Scenic Highway 30A in Santa Rosa Beach, known for its fresh local fish, inventive Southern‑Cajun flavors, and “oysters all day, all ways.” Located near the coastal dune lakes and just across from public beach access, it’s a favorite stop for hearty seafood plates, cold drinks, and […]

La Crema

A small wooden table set with a colorful spread of tapas-style dishes, including seafood paella, shrimp in sauce, crispy empanadas, plantain chips, tacos, soup, and a salad, is surrounded by glasses of white, red, and rosé wine.

La Crema Tapas & Chocolate in Rosemary Beach is a cozy European-style café offering Spanish-inspired tapas, decadent chocolate desserts, and wine in a relaxed courtyard setting.

Restaurant Paradis

A rectangular white plate holds an elegant surf-and-turf dish: a seared filet mignon with dark crust, topped with greens and paired with a lobster tail, grilled asparagus, and a mound of mashed potatoes, all set over a glossy brown sauce, with a glass of red wine in the blurred background.

Restaurant Paradis is an intimate fine dining spot in Rosemary Beach featuring fresh Gulf seafood, prime steaks, seasonal ingredients and craft cocktails in an elegant setting.

Havana Beach Bar & Grill

A bed of crushed ice piled with raw oysters on the half shell and chilled shrimp surrounds a glass bowl of colorful ceviche garnished with sliced red chili peppers, lime wedges, and lemon wedges.

Havana Beach Bar & Grill at The Pearl Hotel is an upscale Gulf Coast–meets-Caribbean restaurant and bar offering ocean-view dining, craft cocktails, and a relaxed, coastal ambiance.

The Salty Bottle

A sunlit spread of snacks and drinks featuring a wooden board with crackers, grapes, strawberries, cheese cubes, and rolled cured meats, alongside a bagel sandwich in a cardboard tray and three different beverages, including red wine and iced coffee in clear cups.

The Salty Bottle is an intimate, family‑owned wine, beer, and coffee lounge with a small market in Carillon Beach, offering curated bottles, craft sips, and light provisions in an upscale‑coastal setting. It’s the only dedicated wine bar in Carillon Beach and a go‑to neighborhood spot to sip, shop, and gather just steps from the Gulf. Atmosphere […]

Gallion’s

A grilled steak topped with a dollop of seasoned butter is served over creamy mashed potatoes with bright green broccolini on a white plate, while a person cuts into the meat beside a glass of amber-colored cocktail with ice on a wooden table.

Gallion’s is an approachable upscale restaurant and cocktail lounge offering sophisticated small plates, and coastal favorites.