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taterbabyBeach LoverLocked
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Hey Guys-My family and I are going to be in the area July 9-16. We are very excited about it but one of my downfalls is that I am a major planner!!!!!! I guess it is the school teacher in me-haheha Anyway, I have always found a board to check things out in whatever area we are visiting-One of my favorites has always been about FOOD!!!! Where the best is-what restaurants are famous for what? Price ranges and so on..... Is there anyone else who frequents this board interested in this kind of information-I am new-maybe there is already something like that here and I don't know about it. Anyway-thanks for all the great information so far!!!

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#52
Can anyone tell me about The Smiling Fish Cafe-I am not sure if that is the name of it-but I think I read somewhere that it iwas ver good and also kid friendly-any opinions????

We love it. The food is very close to Cafe30A but much less expensive. They don't have a kids menue BUT if you have kids with you they will offer to prepare them something (pasta, chick fingers, etc...) at a kids menue price. Get an outdoor table. The owner and staff have been sooooo nice. We now go there on every visit. :wub: :cool:
Sheila avatar
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#53
Does Smiling Fish have any specialty dishes or anyone have a favorite they would recommend? Do I have to get dressed up or is it more casual?

We have never been and I'm convinced we have been missing out.
We are checking it out when we are down in a couple of weeks.

(my bad)😱pps:
in my previous post I confused my Fish. I meant to say Smiling, not Out of Water.

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KurtAdmin
#54
Does Fish Out of Water have any specialty dishes or anyone have a favorite they would recommend? Do I have to get dressed up or is it more casual?

We have never been and I'm convinced we have been missing out.
We are checking it out when we are down in a couple of weeks.

There's nothing dressed up here. :cool:

You might be able to check out their menu on the watercolorinn.com site. Try to get an outdoor table at sunset if not too cool.
RiverOtter avatar
RiverOttergot any pics?
#55
Does Smiling Fish have any specialty dishes or anyone have a favorite they would recommend? Do I have to get dressed up or is it more casual?

We have never been and I'm convinced we have been missing out.
We are checking it out when we are down in a couple of weeks.

(my bad)😱pps:
in my previous post I confused my Fish. I meant to say Smiling, not Out of Water.

Last time we went I had the seared tuna (great now my mouth is watering :oops: ). It was prepared just like 30A and honestly just as good. Very casual dress, most everybody was in shorts. :cool:
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Smiling JOeSoWal Expert
#56
Kurt,

I don't know if you have been the the Wheel House lately, but I would NOT recommend it. We've been there several times through the years. The last time was a few weeks ago for lunch. The food was beyond disgusting. The lunch buffet is popular with construction workers in the area because it is quick and convenient. However, the food is quantity, not quality. You are better off eating a peanut butter sandwhich.


Are you quoting me?
Smiling JOe avatar
Smiling JOeSoWal Expert
#57
Yes it is very similar to the Red Bar food with a few extra items and a Sushi bar. Great Bay views from inside and the outdoor decks.[/QUOTE

Yeah, check out watermans pics for a deck view :laughing1 ]

...and if you look at Kurt's pictures of opening night for the Blue Bar, you will see the top of my head in one of the photos.
Smiling JOe avatar
Smiling JOeSoWal Expert
#58
We ate at Cafe Tango last night - the food was awesome and the service outstanding. Try the pistachio encrusted grouper and save room for dessert. The entrees with salad are about $20-28. Not really a place for kids.

I've had it many times, but stop telling people how great it is. Otherwise, I wont be able to get a table.
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#59
For something a little different, I really like Luna del Mar - the Mexican place in Seagrove on Eastern Lake.

PS - where is some good Sushi???

Fish Out of Water and Basmati's
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Smiling JOeSoWal Expert
#60
Does Smiling Fish have any specialty dishes or anyone have a favorite they would recommend?

Go for lunch, and try a grilled fish sandwich with fries. Haven't been for dinner in a while, but the duck breast salad has received rave reviews. George has improved things a bit, I understand.
taterbabyBeach LoverAuthor
#61
Does anyone know if the Smiling Fish cafe has a website? I love checking them out too!!
shakennotstirred avatar
shakennotstirredBeach Fanatic
#63
Does anyone know whether Friday & Saturday are still Crabcake special nights at the Red Bar? Also, what evenings does the house Jazz band play?
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KurtAdmin
#64
Does anyone know whether Friday & Saturday are still Crabcake special nights at the Red Bar? Also, what evenings does the house Jazz band play?

The Red Bar Jazz Band plays Tue-Sat at 7pm. Sunday and Monday Vibe plays - an electric jazz band.

Crab Cakes are every Friday and Saturday.

The gift shop is only open on Fridays and Saturdays right now. When it's open, you can get these (or order online http://www.graytonbeach.com/redbar.html)



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shakennotstirredBeach Fanatic
#65
Thanks for the info. I'm looking forward to some crab cakes soon & wanted to make sure I was there on the right night.
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#66
Don't go late. Sometimes they do run out. Those have been sad occasions!!!!!!
Have you tried Oli's other place The 3-Thirty-1? If not just as FYI, they have the crab cakes on the nights Red Bar doesn't.

They also have some other great dishes that Red Bar doesn't. The blackened fish is killer.

Can't go wrong at either place. Good food, great people.
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shakennotstirredBeach Fanatic
#67
Don't go late. Sometimes they do run out. Those have been sad occasions!!!!!!

I hate when that happens! I have resorted to begging & they were kind enough to scrounge some crab cakes up in the kitchen. I have been to the 331 & it is great but I like the ambiance of the Red Bar better. Thanks!
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SheilaSoWal Insider
#68
I hate when that happens! I have resorted to begging & they were kind enough to scrounge some crab cakes up in the kitchen. I have been to the 331 & it is great but I like the ambiance of the Red Bar better. Thanks!

I fully understand. I myself have resorted to the beg and grovel method. Not a pretty sight but sometimes, a girls gotta do what a girls gotta do to get those crab cakes.

I agree Red Bar does have a an indescribable funky vibe to it. 3-Thirty-1 is especially nice on a clear fall evening on the deck. Sitting around the table with the people that are most special in your life and a view of that beautiful bay. Life is good in South Walton!
AlwaysBeachin'Beach Comber
#69
Has Blue Luna relocated? Last trip there they were closing the next day.
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#70
Has Blue Luna relocated? Last trip there they were closing the next day.

Nope, they shut her down.

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