Josh And April’s guidebook
Neighborhoods
Grayton Beach – the original 30A beach community! This area has a more laid-back feel than other SoWal (South Walton) communities. Check out Chiringo & Red Bar – conveniently located by the Grayton Shuttle drop off.
Within Grayton, our favorite spot for coffee & breakfast is Black Bear Bread & Co. The original location is in Grayton and they’ve expanded to SanDestin and Seaside! On the weekends, they serve up killer biscuits & gravy and shakshouka (Josh’s favorite!). Not here on a weekend? No problem – their menu and pastry case is filled with tasty options all week long!
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Grayton Beach
Grayton Beach – the original 30A beach community! This area has a more laid-back feel than other SoWal (South Walton) communities. Check out Chiringo & Red Bar – conveniently located by the Grayton Shuttle drop off.
Within Grayton, our favorite spot for coffee & breakfast is Black Bear Bread & Co. The original location is in Grayton and they’ve expanded to SanDestin and Seaside! On the weekends, they serve up killer biscuits & gravy and shakshouka (Josh’s favorite!). Not here on a weekend? No problem – their menu and pastry case is filled with tasty options all week long!
Rosemary Beach is a unique and beautiful town filled with dining options and boutique shopping. The lawn at Rosemary is a great spot to snap some photos of your crew!
We love La Crema & their delicious tapas! Unfortunately, they don’t take reservations, so we suggest putting your name in at La Crema, and then exploring the Rosemary shops. You can also head over to Pescado or The Pearl Hotel and have a rooftop beverage.
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Rosemary Beach
Rosemary Beach is a unique and beautiful town filled with dining options and boutique shopping. The lawn at Rosemary is a great spot to snap some photos of your crew!
We love La Crema & their delicious tapas! Unfortunately, they don’t take reservations, so we suggest putting your name in at La Crema, and then exploring the Rosemary shops. You can also head over to Pescado or The Pearl Hotel and have a rooftop beverage.
There are so many things to love about Seaside! Just a note – parking can be tough! They have added a few areas for paid parking. There are several food trucks and restaurant options. There is also a new Black Bear location open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Grab a coffee at Black Bear or Amavida Roasters and peruse the selection at Sundog Books and Central Square Records.
Fun fact: this is where the Truman show was filmed! Good morning, and in case I don't see ya, good afternoon, good evening, and goodnight!
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Seaside
There are so many things to love about Seaside! Just a note – parking can be tough! They have added a few areas for paid parking. There are several food trucks and restaurant options. There is also a new Black Bear location open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Grab a coffee at Black Bear or Amavida Roasters and peruse the selection at Sundog Books and Central Square Records.
Fun fact: this is where the Truman show was filmed! Good morning, and in case I don't see ya, good afternoon, good evening, and goodnight!
Food scene
Delicious Tapas and wine selection. They do not take reservations, so prepare to explore Rosemary while waiting for your table.
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La Crema Tapas & Chocolate
38 Main StDelicious Tapas and wine selection. They do not take reservations, so prepare to explore Rosemary while waiting for your table.
Beautiful new restaurant in Alys Beach. This is a great spot for a date night, group or family dinner!
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The Citizen
20 Mark Twain LaneBeautiful new restaurant in Alys Beach. This is a great spot for a date night, group or family dinner!
We just recently discovered this spot & have enjoyed our few visits! They are located directly on the bay and offer indoor or outdoor seating. They are open all day for lunch or dinner options and offer breakfast on the weekends.
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North Beach Social
24200 US-331We just recently discovered this spot & have enjoyed our few visits! They are located directly on the bay and offer indoor or outdoor seating. They are open all day for lunch or dinner options and offer breakfast on the weekends.
Our favorite spot for coffee & breakfast is Black Bear Bread & Co. The original location is in Grayton, just minutes away from the house. They’ve also expanded to SanDestin and Seaside!
On the weekends, they serve up killer biscuits & gravy and shakshouka (Josh’s favorite!). Not here on a weekend? No problem – their menu and pastry case is filled with tasty options all week long!
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Black Bear bread co.
325 Grand BlvdOur favorite spot for coffee & breakfast is Black Bear Bread & Co. The original location is in Grayton, just minutes away from the house. They’ve also expanded to SanDestin and Seaside!
On the weekends, they serve up killer biscuits & gravy and shakshouka (Josh’s favorite!). Not here on a weekend? No problem – their menu and pastry case is filled with tasty options all week long!
Shopping & Dining
Grand Boulevard in Sandestin is a great spot to spend part of your day! There are several restaurants & shopping options. There is a small family friendly fountain that kids are welcome to play in! They host family movie nights in June & July. Be sure to check out their website for more information.
www.grandboulevard.com
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Grand Boulevard
Grand BoulevardGrand Boulevard in Sandestin is a great spot to spend part of your day! There are several restaurants & shopping options. There is a small family friendly fountain that kids are welcome to play in! They host family movie nights in June & July. Be sure to check out their website for more information.
www.grandboulevard.com
The “Big Chill” aka “The Hub” at Prominence on 30A is a family friendly spot will several boutique shops and restaurants. Be sure to check their website for live music or movies on the lawn. It’s a great place to grab casual food & drink and let the kids burn off some energy!
There is an art gallery and a cigar bar....something for everyone!
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The Hub
7000 E County Hwy 30AThe “Big Chill” aka “The Hub” at Prominence on 30A is a family friendly spot will several boutique shops and restaurants. Be sure to check their website for live music or movies on the lawn. It’s a great place to grab casual food & drink and let the kids burn off some energy!
There is an art gallery and a cigar bar....something for everyone!
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Free Shuttle
Tucked away on the east side of Hwy 283 in Grayton Beach, just across from the Shops of Grayton, is a parking lot to park and ride two different shuttles. The Seaside Shuttle will take you along 30A and the Grayton County shuttle will take you to/from the Grayton Beach stop.
Just let the staff know which destination you’re interested in & they will take care of you.
Please confirm the run times on the day you park. They typically run 7 days a week from 8 am – 11 pm.
https://sowal.com/story/how-to-do-seaside-park-ride-on-the-free-shuttle
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The Bay Area
Just a few minutes up the road on Hwy 98, you’ll find a couple of restaurants right on the bay. Check out “The Bay”, which offers a daily happy hour, delicious seafood & southern cuisine. They offer delivery, in case you’re having a night in!
Across the street, you’ll find North Beach Social, which is a fun spot for the whole family. You can eat inside while the kids play outside in the sand or grab a table outside! Above North Beach Social is Farm to Fire, where you can have a delicious wood fired pizza or sushi.
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Beach Rentals
We typically use Vacayzen for renting chairs & umbrellas. They service many beaches along 30A. They also offer baby gear!
Text or Call: 888.750.7606
For all of your kayak or Stand-Up Paddle boarding needs, we recommend “Paddle the Bay 30A”, located just one mile from the house! They offer on-site paddleboard rentals for experienced paddlers and guided tours and stand-up paddle lessons for beginners.
https://paddlethebay30a.com/