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Insider’s Guide to 30A: Eat, Shop, and Relax Like a Local

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Discover the best of 30A with this insider guide. Explore must-try restaurants, cozy coffee spots, local shops, and can’t-miss activities along one of Florida’s most beautiful coastlines.
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Brunch or Lunch

 
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One of our all time favorites. We eat here everytime we visit 30a. So here’s what you need to know: best Bloody Mary ever!! Hands downs! There are two locations, we prefer the one in Blue Mountain over the one in Rosemary. Blue Mountain = best gravy ...
Cowgirl Kitchen
 
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A must eat! Whether brunch (preferred) or sunset! You can’t go wrong with the views or the food! I promise this!
Bud & Alley's Waterfront Restaurant & Bar
 
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This year was a first time for us! But it won’t be the last! We loved every bit of this breakfast! From the delicious drinks to the live music and incredible food! There was guy playing Zach Brown covers and it couldn’t have been better!
Crackings. - Grayton

The Best Local Ice Cream EVER

 
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10/10 the best ice cream! 100% waiting in the long line to order! I love the midnight chocolate or the banana pudding! It’s homemade and you can go wrong!
Blue Mountain Beach Creamery

Relax and Book Something Fun

 
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We love it here! My 6 yr old says it’s his favorite spot! There’s kids everywhere! Food trucks! Ice cream! And different events going on! This year we caught two movies while lounging in chairs by palm trees enjoying the evening breeze and snacks fro...
Seaside Amphitheater
 
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An amazing way to explore the coast and get a work out at the same time! We took our bikes on an 8 mile track!
30A Bike Rentals
 
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Definitely a fun place to go for shops and unique food + entertainment! We just love all things along the coast of 30a
The Big Chill 30a
 
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A little drive from 30a, but if you’re looking for an adventure, look no further! Go rent a pontoon at crab island for a full day and enjoy the bay! Find dolphins, find the swings! Find the crowd and floating restaurants or the ice cream boat or even...
Gilligan's Watersports | Destin FL, Watersports Adventures
 
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How fun! What a great way to explore the coast!
Moke Rental 30a | 30a Moke Rental | Santa Rosa Beach
 
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So we’ve never done this because our group is normally very small! But when we take a big trip with more friends, this is definitely something I recommend! I’ve seen them in real life and it looks so fun!
Fyre Festivity 30A
 
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What a fun way to explore the waters! We love this adventure and highly recommend 10/10
Glow Paddle

Can’t Miss Dinner Reservations

 
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So good! Live music! Fun atmosphere! Staple in 30a!
The Red Bar
 
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If you love burgers, you’ll love pickles! That’s a fact! Nestled right in seaside! You can eat and then walk around a shop or head a bit down the street for the frost bites! There’s so much to do in and around pickles! You won’t want to miss it!
Pickle's Burger and Shake
 
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The best grilled cheese food truck on the planet! Another stop we don’t miss! Every year! Our son loves it more than we do! So bonus points for that!
Meltdown On 30A
 
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One of our most favorite locations for dinner, fun, and stunning views
Old Florida Fish House

Self Care on Vacation

 
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If you know me, you know I’m a medspa girlie! If I ever moved to 30a this would be my dream job! Follow them on IG and book an appointment when you are visiting! You won’t regret it!
Aesthetic Clinique