IMO, The food was terrible, over priced and low quality. Maybe the locals like it, I dunno. The fried food is all breading and very little seafood. The water, in a styrofoam cup, tasted like soap. For almost $30 an entree, you'd expect a glass. This isn't some beachy-seaside restaurant, where you maybe can excuse it. I gave it two stars because the the service was good and very attentive read more

The shrimp were cooked perfectly, but could've used more seasoning. The onion rings were too greasy to eat. Don't order the buffalo wings that are super greasy and overly breaded. Blackened mahi-mahi was overly seasoned. Sweet tea, service, and cheesy grits were good. read more

We stopped in while traveling this past Friday. Great tasting food and large servings. My mother in law said it was the best chicken tenders she had ever eaten. Wish we were traveling back through on our way home so we could eat there again. :) read more

Food was excellent! Service was on point, and greeted at the door by the manager. Was seated very quickly server met us at the table. Would highly recommend. read more

Amazing food. We were headed home and stopped at the gas station in front of the restaurant, decided to go in for a bite; best choice my husband and I made. Seems to be a family operated restaurant. The food was extremely flavorful. We had the Jambalaya soup, buffalo shrimp and grilled Mahi. The shrimp was phenomenal! Very lightly battered (which we loved because it doesn't take away the flavor of the seafood). The staff was very nice and welcoming. Amazing little restaurant off the highway. read more

Halfway between Pensacola and Tallahassee, this place was awesome. Great fresh seafood -fried or otherwise- that would not disappoint. I am very critical of customer service in Florida, always saying that you know you are in Florida by the service. This place has some of the best service I have experienced in many places and parts of the country. Staff is constantly checking on you and making sure you are pleased with everything. I will definitely visit again and suggest you do too. Whole Flounder was spectacular. read more

Stopped here for dinner after a long drive from Texas and boy was this food delicious! My husband & I both had the trash platter which included a fried fish fillet, oysters, fried colossal shrimp & a stuffed crab! All that plus 2 sides for just $13.99! Everything was perfectly fried & did I already mention delicious! Let me also mention that service was superb! Both of our tummies are satisfied & now time to hit the road & head to Orlando Thanks Yelpers for your reviews which helped me in the decision in stopping here read more

We stopped in last night on a drive between Fort Rucker and the Florida coast. Had an excellent meal, with the sole exception of the jambalaya--the sorriest, watery, most flavorless version of jambalaya I've ever seen. And pretty skimpy with the non-rice ingredients. Please just take it off menu. We'd all go back though--the food was fantastic otherwise. Nearly 100% seafood--some appetizer hot wings and chicken nuggets for non-seafood people but that was about it. read more

We stopped in based on the good reviews & were not disappointed, other than having to wait to get a table because people who had finished eating were just lingering there even though there were several folks waiting to be seated. The staff were super friendly & accommodating & the food was so good! We got the fried crab claws & fried shrimp appetizers, which were pretty good except the claws were small & a few were dry. The kids loved the jambalaya. The grilled fish po boy was outstanding, with good fresh bread & fantastic seasoning on the fish. The salads were fresh, & the chicken wings were highly enjoyable. The banana pudding & peach cobbler was some of the best we'd eaten. All the seafood was top notch, fresh & well prepared. Service was on point & servers were pleasant regardless of the little place being overrun with people! In all, it's worth a stop if you're in the area. Judging by the crowds, it's a favorite with the locals. read more

The shrimp cocktail and fried crab were the best. We ordered a Big steamer....potatoes and soggy corn.

Food was excellent. Kitchen was a touch slow but that was due to a very large number of to-go orders. They packaged up a Steamer to-go without fuss. Will most certainly be back! read more

The only thing that outshines the food here is the sweet service. We have a one and a two year old boys, who loved the fried fish and grits (which were outstanding!). I had the boiled shrimp salad, and I don't think I have ever enjoyed such perfectly plump, seasoned shrimp in my life (including at very high end restaurants). My husband had the fried shrimp po boy, which was also incredible. Less than a quarter mile from highway 10. We will definitely stop back if in the area! If a southern lady says, "The shrimp is the best you will ever pop in your mouth," believe her! read more

The food especially their shrimp is cooked wonderfully the mullet is local favorite they fry and grill shrimp fish and chicken small and homey place good cole slaw and cheese grits their salads are fresh and dressing is great i only had blue cheese but its awesome Ive had lots on the menu shrimp po boy,s oysters ,mullet and catfish . definately worth the stop shrimp shrimp they are lovely read more

This place is a secret of the local people. We had two Po boy fish sandwiches that were excellent as was the service. There is no sign on the place - located behind a Shell gas station that was closed. The GPS finally got us there and we were not disappointed. read more

Mmmm! Good food, great price and some of the friendliness people around. No glass was left empty whether it was your server or the owner. And big shrimp. I had my shrimp sautéed which was really shrimp scampi with Cajun seasoning. read more

Great food but not that great of an atmosphere. Felt crowded and it was loud. If that doesn't bother you and you want some good shrimp, make sure you get there early or you will have to wait to get seated. Overall felt like a good seafood small town diner. read more

It was a typical Friday evening - busy restaurant - hungry crowd. All the servers were interested in taking care of all the guests. The food was delicious, hot and fresh. I truly enjoyed the fresh shrimp cocktail appetizer. The broiled grouper was amazing. Just can't say enough good stuff about the entire meal. Thank for for a great, satisfying dinner! read more

busy, a good sign the food is goodd.right off I-10 convenient, food is delish and prices are very reasonable. It's load...... but so is everywhere you go read more

The best service anywhere. Everyone comes by constantly to check on you. I got the homemade potato soup as a meal and was extra hungry so I got the owner to make me a side dish of a homemade chicken salad sandwich. That is my new favorite here. It was incredible. I've never had anything bad here and never had a bad experience with the service. They have a large dessert menu and all of the desserts are homemade and taste amazing. Stop reading and go eat. You won't regret it. read more

My favorite place for seafood! I get boat trash every time. Always fresh and delicious. If you don't get it to go, there may be a bit of a wait, but it's worth it. read more

This is a very good little seafood restaurant in Bonifay, FL, right off I-10. It's a little hard to see from the Interstate exit, so don't blink when you get off the highway because you'll miss it. My family and I ate there for lunch on a Friday. The parking lot was full of locals' cars and pickup trucks (always a good sign). The restaurant is small. It has approximately twelve tables plus some bar seating. Service was very fast and polite. I believe the restaurant is family-owned and operated. I have four children, the youngest of whom is a baby, and they were able to accommodate us easily and without any trouble. This restaurant clearly specializes in fried seafood, and it does not disappoint. The fried shrimp were outstanding: JUMBO Gulf shrimp, cooked perfectly in a very tasty batter so as not to lose their sweetness or tenderness. They were served to us directly out of the fryer and were darn near perfect. I wouldn't say they were the best fried shrimp I've ever had, but they were the best I've had in about 5-6 years. FWIW, I grew up spending a lot of time on the MS and FL Gulf Coast, so I feel pretty confident that I know what really good fried shrimp taste like. Trust me on this, these are the genuine article. Their prices are very reasonable too. IIRC, you could get a 6-shrimp platter including 2 sides for approx. $10 and a 12-shrimp platter two sides for approx. $15. Two adults could share a 12-shrimp platter for lunch and be quite full because their shrimp are JUMBO and very filling. Kids menu is also very reasonable, e.g. $5 3-shrimp platter + 1 side. Grades for the food we had are below (A+ = best I ever had. A = outstanding, B = good; C= average): Fried Shrimp: A Fried Oysters: B Onion Rings: A French Fries: B- (a little better than average) Cole slaw: F Garlic Toast: C My only real complaint about this place was the cole slaw. It's a minor complaint, but it was really bad. It was completely bland and tasted like it had been almost pureed in a blender. They need to improve this recipe since cole slaw is a typical '"fixin'" served with fried seafood. Patrons will expect good cole slaw to accompany these dishes. All in all, this is an excellent little restaurant, which we'd recommend to anyone. It's a real gem, with a convenient location right off I-10. Note, however, that they have strange hours. IIRC, they are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. read more

Amazing buffalo shrimp, we shared the fish po"boy coleslaw and onion rings, we don't usually eat fried food, but when in Rome :-)Great southern hospitality read more

Castaways - Seafood Near Me - Bonifay, Florida

We picked this restaurant to eat purely from the yelp review, and it was time for a break from driving on I10. This is a very good restaurant. Most of the items offered are fried southern style, but the breading was light and it wasn't heavy with oil. (They said they change it daily.). And the SHRIMP! Holy mackerel! They were huge! My wife ordered only six, the smallest order, and could hardly finish them. Their garlic bread was exactly as I like it: soft, buttery, and lots of garlic. I suspect that everything is hand made, including the stuffed crabs. We had to stand in line for a few minutes to get a table, and there were a bunch of locals behind us. This is a popular place. They have been open only four years. Only one negative: the coleslaw was a bit sweet for my taste, but that is a very minor thing. The service, the food, the cleanliness of the rest rooms, I really can't find anything wrong with this place. read more

Traveling home and stopped at this local gem! The jumbo fried shrimp is delicious, tender melt in your mouth scallops! We cleaned our plates. The service was very friendly and polite, plus FAST! read more

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Amazing food and a fun crowd. Definitely worth the wait to get in! Best boiled shrimp and fried oysters I've ever had. The sides were amazing. Next time I'm ordering the cheese curds too! read more

Castaways - Best boiled shrimp I've ever had!!!! Everything about Castaways was amazing! - Seafood Near Me - Bonifay, Florida

The shrimp is huge!! Fair warning...9 pieces is a lot! The fried crab claws are really good and remind me of Montego Bay. I had the flounder which was done just right. The buffalo shrimp was also huge and very good. This place doesn't look line much from the outside but it is really nice inside. It's a hidden gem. read more

Castaways - Founder special. Really good. - Seafood Near Me - Bonifay, Florida

What can I say? A charming mix of friendly service. great food, and a homey southern atmosphere. Wonderful fresh shucked oysters, great food. The do not have alcolho, but you can grab what you want from Rainbow Liquors just across the parking lot. They don't mind. read more

Great food, generous portions, attentive staff. No complaints and only praise for the quality of food and the courtesy of the staff. The only reason I didn't give them four stars is the dining area is too small for the volume of business they have. You feel like you're just another sardine packed in a can. read more

One of my family's favorite seafood restaurants. The best shrimp and oysters around! Oh and the catfish is fine!! You can't go wrong with anything you order here! read more

Great food. Shrimp appetizer- they are as big as my hand. Allseafood is fresh. Employees so friendly. We were just passing through and glad we stop read more

Castaways - Seafood Near Me - Bonifay, Florida

Talk about southern hospitality! Fantastic service, great food, good prices, right off the highway. Highly recommend!!

We were so lucky to find this little seafood restaurant. There were few choices and we really did not want fast food. They had great seafood at a reasonable price, and great southern hospitality. I was really surprised at the size of the shrimp that I was served. They were perfect. We will definitely be stopping there again when our travels take us in that direction. read more

Castaway is located right off the exit, has great southern seafood, very friendly, attentive & efficient staff and reasonable prices. My family of 4 is glad we stopped here for lunch on our way home to GA! I went with my family (children under 12) and we were all very pleased with the food and service. Clean restaurant, tables and bathrooms and the place was family friendly. The fried jumbo shrimp & chicken tenders were cooked perfectly and, although it was not too greasy at all, Castaway offers some items baked or broiled. The homemade coleslaw and hush puppies were awesome! We, also, really liked the baked beans & cheese grits. Our server was the sweetest young lady; I'm sorry that I can't remember her name. We just stumbled upon Castaway, but are so glad we did! read more

Fantastic shrimp and oysters! Catfish was good too. Pass on the stuffed crab and sadly, the hush puppies. read more

Castaways - Seafood Near Me - Bonifay, Florida

Great seafood in relaxed atmosphere. Shrimp is terrific and catfish/mullet rare treats. Wonderful service. Get there early and call ahead to make sure open during certain days in off season read more

The food here is excellent!!! I had shrimp and oysters platter. It came with two sides. So I chose salad and fries. Salad was really fresh!!! It was a very nice size portion of food and priced just right. I will defiantly be back and bring more folks with me. If your traveling on I-10 it is worth the stop on the Bonifay exit, cause there is nothing around that compares to the quality of the food and cleanliness of the restaurant. Located right off the exit. read more

Castaways - This is shrimp and oyster platter for $14.99. Well worth it!!! - Seafood Near Me - Bonifay, Florida

If this is the Castaway Seafood restaurant......They do not take responsibility when their food isn't prepared correctly. I ordered the big steamer, took a bite of the garlic bread and tried a shrimp that was terribly tough. Before sending it back I tried a second shrimp to be sure it was not just one tough shrimp in the bunch. They were both equally tough so I immediately sent it back and ordered something else. I left the shrimp tails on the plate so they could see what I tried and the plate was at the table a very short time, not long enough for me to eat much. At checkout they charged us $11 for a shrimp appetizer that we did not order because I ate 2 shrimp from the steamer I sent back. The cashiers excuse was that they never had a problem the the big steamer before. I'm sorry, but if it had been worth eating, I would have happily ate it. A restaurant should take responsibility for when food is over cooked or incorrectly prepared as it is bound to occasionally happen and it certainly is NOT the customers responsibility. Unfortunately my husband had already paid for it when I noticed and the cashier refused to correct it. In the end we were charged $11 appetizer price for 2 supremely tough shrimp and a bite of garlic bread. According to this restaurant it's ok to blame a customer for their bad cooking and then steal their money for things they didn't order or eat. When I said I'd leave it in a review, the cashier shrugged and informed me that it'd only be one bad one out of thousands. That was beyond inappropriate and unprofessional. read more

Excellent choice for seafood in Bonifay. The owners are wonderful and you may get lucky enough to have them come and visit with you. Highly recommend the boat trash, interesting name, but its all the jewels of the sea. Awesome food and very reasonably priced, two thumbs up. read more

This is a must stop and eat place I ordered a dozen fried shrimp have been a feast. It came with 2 sides and hushpuppies (or garlic toast). The salad was crisp and fresh with a good number of non-lettuce ingredients--all fresh and tasty. fresh made desserts strawberries and pound cake and whipped topping. So good.. The food was delicious! Highly recommend! read more

Excellent stop half way between Jacksonville and New Orleans. Not much besides fast food on this stretch of I 10 so we're thrilled to get a home cooked meal. Shrimp and catfish to die for. A little hard to find--small sign behind am old Exxon station--but worth the search. Fast friendly service and reasonable, too. read more

Castaways - Shrimp platter. - Seafood Near Me - Bonifay, Florida

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