Fine Dining Recommendations

Borago

Cafe Tango
D&K Cafe

Borago.

Cafe Tango
D&K Cafe

YES!!! Big Ditto on those 2.

It's not fine dining, but try out Stinky's Fish Camp. For fine dining, try Criolla's, Borago, and Onano. All are great. Also, Destin Chops is opening this week.

I'de pass on Bargo, unless they have just done it, they have not changed their menu in two years.
The places that moved from NO are the most innovative, D&K, Fire.

Hi Greenstreet,

The following link is a wealth of information, RE: one of the best restaurants, in the area! http://www.restaurantfire.com It doesn't hurt that one of their pheonominal server's, happens to be my son! Russ is very "customer centered", like his mom!;-) From all that I've heard, you'll enjoy a wonderful experience! I haven't been back to the area, but, can't wait till I do! The following is a previous thread, where they rec'd rave reviews, as well! http://www.sowal.com/bb/showthread.php?t=16739&highlight=fire+restaurant Have a safe trip and enjoy!

Diane

We're coming into town for spring break with parents and grandparents who like to "eat well." We have the following places in mind: Fish Out of Water, Cafe 30-A, Basmatti's, Gravel Road and Criollas. What are we missing? No fried seafood joints (although we love them personally, especially Snapperheads), and not too far from 30-A.

Thanks for the help.

Yes - I should have also recommended Fire, it is on a par with D&K and Cafe Tango.

Seering's Piano Cafe' at Redfish Village!! Small, quaint great selection of Wines and Liquors. Small menu but executed very well. Plus David Seering performs ususally Tues-Sat. Dinner only. He is the best pianist I have ever heard with a mighty voice. His Phantom of the Opera is not to be missed. Also great bar staff with Jimmy Engle, part time stand-up, and Bob 'at the Bar' Matthews. Definitely a must!!;-)

I'de pass on Bargo, unless they have just done it, they have not changed their menu in two years.
The places that moved from NO are the most innovative, D&K, Fire.

Borago? Why change perfection?

The new Graffiti in Carillon Beach.

In addition to Café Thirty-A and Borago, I like Bud & Alley's. If you want a "fine dining" atmosphere, ask for a table in the main dining room. The other rooms are more casual, a.k.a. tents.

YES!!! Big Ditto on those 2.

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Fire is great! Can't go wrong with 30A Cafe. But Cafe Tango is the most romantic and special resturant on 30A!

I have to agree with Cafe Tango. Some of the best food I have had. Very romantic.

For Italian I like Enzos on 393 just off 30-a. A little out of the way but the food is great. Boragos, Basmatis andthe rest mentioned are also very good.

Also, gotta mention Cafe Provence. Good luck picking out of all these recommendations .

Mmmmmm... Enzo's

For Italian I like Enzos on 393 just off 30-a. A little out of the way but the food is great. Boragos, Basmatis andthe rest mentioned are also very good.

Enzo's got a great review in the local paper while we were there and we wanted to try it. We just ran out of days.

Enzo's?...the same place that can not get their spelling correct on any of their advertisements? i.e. Valentines Blast/Post... Oh...and when they, supposedly, buy from SAM's Club or the like... that is supposed to up the wow factor?!?! And not just dry goods but "food"?! No Thanks!!! I will go with most of the other places rec'd here!!

Where are you getting the Sam's club info? Looks like the same sysco truck that frequents many if not all of our restaurants.

Borago? Why change perfection?

DittoBarago is excellent

Borago? Why change perfection?

I'll have to say that even though we love Borago, we eat there so much (once or twice a month) that it would be nice for a little change, like maybe a chef's special on the weekend menu for something different. Or maybe I could try the a couple of items on the menu I haven't had. When I was there a few weeks ago, the couple next to me ordered the pork and told me it's so wonderful that that's all they ever order when the go there.

Try FIRE. We ate there twice last week when we were vacationing in the area. Delicious food, good wine menu and great service. FIRE is one block north of 30A on Route 283 in Grayton.

Fish Out of Water, Basmati's and FIRE!

Vintij in Sandestin (across from factory stores) is also a personal favorite.

I recommend Vintij, also - it is a wonderful, cozy atmosphere inside, the food is imaginative and tasty (and plentiful - I get a little tired of getting a dab of this and a dab of that at some places), they have sushi (which is excellent) on Friday and Saturday, the wait staff is excellent, and (of course) the wine choices are magnificent.

At least drop by there for wine and appetizers - I bet you stay for dinner.