Islander Beach Resort and Condos Guidebook

Jeanne - Aka, 'Rindy'
Jeanne - Aka, 'Rindy'
Islander Beach Resort and Condos Guidebook

Food scene

Best seafood at decent prices on the island. All the seafood is fresh and locally caught. Very casual and likely a line; nothing fancy here but good fish. There’s a steamer shop next door for eat-in or to-go orders and fresh fish market. Do not miss Stewby's!
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Stewby's Seafood Shanty
235 Santa Rosa Blvd
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Best seafood at decent prices on the island. All the seafood is fresh and locally caught. Very casual and likely a line; nothing fancy here but good fish. There’s a steamer shop next door for eat-in or to-go orders and fresh fish market. Do not miss Stewby's!
Cute spot built with converted shipping containers! Nice view of the sound with comfy outdoor seating. Keep it simple when ordering (my favorite is the grouper sandwich; my son loves the fried chicken sandwich) and enjoy the casual, beach-y ambience. Nice spot for drinks and a bite of food to share. Tuna dip with EXCELLENT homemade pita chips). Our house guests often visit this spot twice when visiting...Also has a cute (and a tad spendy...)shop for souvenirs.
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The Gulf
1284 Marler Avenue
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Cute spot built with converted shipping containers! Nice view of the sound with comfy outdoor seating. Keep it simple when ordering (my favorite is the grouper sandwich; my son loves the fried chicken sandwich) and enjoy the casual, beach-y ambience. Nice spot for drinks and a bite of food to share. Tuna dip with EXCELLENT homemade pita chips). Our house guests often visit this spot twice when visiting...Also has a cute (and a tad spendy...)shop for souvenirs.
You MUST visit this cronut shop! It’s busy on weekend mornings so plan accordingly. But they sell fresh doughnuts all day and will make almost any doughnut they sell- even if it’s not in the case. These babies are big enough to share but you may want to have one all to yourself and another to go.
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Parlor Doughnuts
191 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
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You MUST visit this cronut shop! It’s busy on weekend mornings so plan accordingly. But they sell fresh doughnuts all day and will make almost any doughnut they sell- even if it’s not in the case. These babies are big enough to share but you may want to have one all to yourself and another to go.
Great breakfast spot. VERY popular with locals and tourists. Good place to eat on your way out of town…
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Asiago's Skillet
110 Amberjack Dr
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Great breakfast spot. VERY popular with locals and tourists. Good place to eat on your way out of town…
A local standout for steamed crab. Pricey but a very nice night out if you want a special meal without having to drive far. If you aren’t up for fish, the ribs are a good option. We eat here for every special occasion so I feel good recommending Old Bay!
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Old Bay Steamer
102 Santa Rosa Blvd
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A local standout for steamed crab. Pricey but a very nice night out if you want a special meal without having to drive far. If you aren’t up for fish, the ribs are a good option. We eat here for every special occasion so I feel good recommending Old Bay!
Ok so this is a local favorite for French food and has an excellent lunch menu. Located just over the Brooks Bridge right on the sound. Desserts are worth saving room for…
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Bay Cafe French Restaurant
233 Alconese Ave SE
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Ok so this is a local favorite for French food and has an excellent lunch menu. Located just over the Brooks Bridge right on the sound. Desserts are worth saving room for…
Seriously, THE Best burgers in the area. Period.
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The Craft Bar - Fort Walton Beach
99 Eglin Pkwy NE
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Seriously, THE Best burgers in the area. Period.
Nice spot for a romantic dinner. Yes you have to drive to Destin but it’s worth it for a special meal. Fresh fish specials best bet as well as steak.
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Beach Walk Cafe
2700 Scenic Hwy 98
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Nice spot for a romantic dinner. Yes you have to drive to Destin but it’s worth it for a special meal. Fresh fish specials best bet as well as steak.
Food truck located in downtown Fort Walton Beach; open for lunch…good spot for post-beach quick bite…other good trucks at same spot!
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Sunset Bowls
211 Florida Pl SE
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Food truck located in downtown Fort Walton Beach; open for lunch…good spot for post-beach quick bite…other good trucks at same spot!
Best authentic Italian food (and we should know-we’re from Brooklyn!); located a few miles from island. Good family spot.
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Clemenza's at Uptown
75 Eglin Pkwy NE
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Best authentic Italian food (and we should know-we’re from Brooklyn!); located a few miles from island. Good family spot.
So many like AJ's for live music scene and overall party atmosphere. It's a nice spot for drinks after a long day on the beach and it is close! Located at the western end of Santa Rosa Blvd, about 1 1/2 miles from the Islander. You could walk but please be careful! Cross at designated crosswalks please...They also serve dinner and often have happy-hour specials. Kid-friendly in early evenings, rowdier later at night.
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AJ's Oyster Shanty
108 Santa Rosa Blvd
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So many like AJ's for live music scene and overall party atmosphere. It's a nice spot for drinks after a long day on the beach and it is close! Located at the western end of Santa Rosa Blvd, about 1 1/2 miles from the Islander. You could walk but please be careful! Cross at designated crosswalks please...They also serve dinner and often have happy-hour specials. Kid-friendly in early evenings, rowdier later at night.

Sightseeing and Other Activities

What to do when you want to leave the beach...
This is a fun spot for kids; easy drive from The Islander.
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海灣水族館海洋探險公園
1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
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This is a fun spot for kids; easy drive from The Islander.
Beach Weekend Rentals can help you with all your on-the water activities. They rent pontoons and offer dolphin and snorkel cruises, as well as charters.
Beach Weekend
Beach Weekend Rentals can help you with all your on-the water activities. They rent pontoons and offer dolphin and snorkel cruises, as well as charters.
Fort Pickens is a historical monument dating back to the Civil War. It is maintained by the National Parks Service and is located in Pensacola. It is a bit of a road trip but many think it's well worth the drive! Good for families with kids, as well as anyone interested in US history. Geronimo was a famous prisoner here...
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Gulf Islands National Seashore
1400 Fort Pickens Road
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Fort Pickens is a historical monument dating back to the Civil War. It is maintained by the National Parks Service and is located in Pensacola. It is a bit of a road trip but many think it's well worth the drive! Good for families with kids, as well as anyone interested in US history. Geronimo was a famous prisoner here...
So if you want to rent a fishing pole and try your luck you may do so here. Price to rent a rod in 2023 was $25 which includes a license. The pier is just 2 miles east of The Islander. There are also restaurants and some shopping nearby.
Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier
So if you want to rent a fishing pole and try your luck you may do so here. Price to rent a rod in 2023 was $25 which includes a license. The pier is just 2 miles east of The Islander. There are also restaurants and some shopping nearby.
HarborWalk Village is a popular attraction in Destin. It is located on the far western end of Destin so it is the closest Destin-destination! HarborWalk has lots to offer - live entertainment in season, several restaurants, a very popular zipline, rock wall, and more!
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HarborWalk Village
34 Harbor Blvd
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HarborWalk Village is a popular attraction in Destin. It is located on the far western end of Destin so it is the closest Destin-destination! HarborWalk has lots to offer - live entertainment in season, several restaurants, a very popular zipline, rock wall, and more!
Cattywampus is located at The Gulf Restaurant so it’s close! They offer a variety of family-friendly tours and snorkeling trips.
Cattywampus 水上冒險
1284 Marler Ave
Cattywampus is located at The Gulf Restaurant so it’s close! They offer a variety of family-friendly tours and snorkeling trips.
(See Rainy Days section for more details)
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Indian Temple Mound and Museum
139 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
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(See Rainy Days section for more details)

Rainy or cloudy days

Stuff to do when the sun don't shine! All can be enjoyed in great weather as well.
Destin Commons is a premier shopping destination with a sprinkler playground for small ones. My son and his 3 year-old had a great time here when the weather wasn't allowing for beach time...But many go to shop!
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Destin Commons
4100 Legendary Dr
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Destin Commons is a premier shopping destination with a sprinkler playground for small ones. My son and his 3 year-old had a great time here when the weather wasn't allowing for beach time...But many go to shop!
This place is fun rain or shine; great for kids up to middle school age though teens and older will enjoy as well.
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Emerald Coast Science Center
31 Memorial Pkwy SW
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This place is fun rain or shine; great for kids up to middle school age though teens and older will enjoy as well.
This archaeological site located downtown is an important part of our local Native culture. Small indoor museum, historical schoolhouse and post office are a must-see, as is the temple mound itself. Check website for hours...
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Indian Temple Mound and Museum
139 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
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This archaeological site located downtown is an important part of our local Native culture. Small indoor museum, historical schoolhouse and post office are a must-see, as is the temple mound itself. Check website for hours...
This a well designed indoor flea market that’s fun to explore rain or shine. Pick up some local honey or other treats to bring home. They have another location on Beal Parkway if you just can’t get enough flea market bliss…
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DeFrance Antiques
230 Eglin Pkwy SE
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This a well designed indoor flea market that’s fun to explore rain or shine. Pick up some local honey or other treats to bring home. They have another location on Beal Parkway if you just can’t get enough flea market bliss…