We read the reviews before choosing this restaurant, they were from one end of the the spectrum to the other. I must say I'm definitely glad we chose to eat our evening meal at FireCraft . Our party of four adults shy away from fried foods at this point in our lives , so grilled and steamed was the quarry. We ordered a steamed platter , grilled grouper and grilled oysters . The price was spot on with the portions served, I think people that make reviews need to visit a seafood market and price Grouper per pound before they complain about the price ! The meal was smoking hot , the fish was excellent . The grilled Oysters were hands down the best I've ever had, grilled and seasoned perfectly. The previous night , I had grilled oysters at a reputable restaurant in Navarre good , but could not compare with this plate . If I have one complaint , the French garlic bread would be better if it was one large piece, instead of a few tiny dry crusty pieces . I thought the garlic mashed potatoes were perfect . The venue was not crowded , the music volume was low . Our waiter was very attentive and the food was brought out in a timely manner. I really think people need to give this place a shot , I would come back for sure! read more

Visiting Destin and happened to be in FWB on a Wednesday night. Was hungry and looking for food around 10:30pm. Used Yelp to see what was open and close by and stumbled upon this spot. It was empty but the owner, Aaron, took our orders. We both ordered the shrimp skewers, one with broccoli and fries, the other with broccoli and corn on the cob. The food came out fairly quickly and was DELICIOUS. So flavorful. And the presentation was on point too! This restaurant has only been open for a month and I highly recommend it for the food. The bartender, Michael, chatted with us for a bit and made us feel welcomed. There's also karaoke and a full bar. Stop by and check it out for yourself! read more

FireCraft Seafood - Shrimp skewer - Seafood Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Food was horrible, cold but overcooked. Service was rude and inattentive. We were told they offered military discount then it changed when we went to present ID. Our server was distracted chatting with coworkers and couldn't be bothered to check on us unless we got up from our table and got him. Tables are empty but left dirty and floors are full of grime. If you want live music order a stiff drink (of whatever ISNT out of stock in the bar) and avoid the food at all costs. read more

While visiting town, we decided to try Firecraft Seafood after seeing several positive reviews. The restaurant itself makes a nice first impression -- it's clean, spacious, and has a lively atmosphere. The bar area features plenty of TVs, there's ample seating, and what appears to be a dance floor gives the space a fun, party-style vibe. A sign outside mentioned live music at 6 p.m., though there wasn't any during our weekend visit, so that may only apply on certain days. Upon entering, we seated ourselves as instructed and were quickly greeted by our server, Summer, who was polite and attentive throughout the evening. After reviewing the menu, we felt the prices were a bit high for the portion sizes, but we decided to start with the charbroiled oysters and a cup of gumbo. While ordering, there seemed to be some communication difficulty -- possibly due to the loud music -- so we later asked another waitress for clarification about whether a fried seafood dish could be prepared grilled instead. She told us she would check with the chef and let us know. Our appetizers arrived quickly. Unfortunately, the oysters were just okay. They were unusually large compared to others we've had, and several were overcooked with burnt spots that significantly affected the flavor. The gumbo looked hearty and meaty, but it lacked depth and seasoning. After a few bites, we couldn't continue eating it. When we followed up about modifying the fried entrée, we were told it could not be accommodated. We also mentioned that another waitress had offered to check with the chef but never returned with an answer. The interaction felt confusing and dismissive, especially since the restaurant wasn't busy at the time. We want to clarify that our earlier comments were not meant to be humorous or disrespectful toward our server -- there simply seemed to be difficulty hearing one another, likely due to the noise level. Despite the underwhelming start, we chose to give the restaurant another chance and ordered the shrimp boil with Conecuh sausage, corn, and potatoes, along with Cajun butter. The food arrived quickly and was served hot, which we appreciated. However, once again, the dish lacked seasoning. Even the Cajun butter didn't add much flavor. The shrimp tasted as though they had been simply warmed rather than properly seasoned. We ultimately had to request cocktail sauce just to give the dish some taste. To further add to our disappointment, when we asked to speak with a manager about both the food and the earlier service confusion, we were told a manager would not be provided and that the other waitress's name (Bailey) could not be shared because they did not want a "bad review." That response was surprising. Customer concerns should be addressed directly rather than avoided out of fear of feedback. While Summer remained kind and checked on us consistently, the overall experience -- from the lack of flavor to the way concerns were handled -- left us disappointed. Based on this visit, we unfortunately would not return. read more

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Visiting Ft. Walton area and stopped by for dinner. We all had "Steamer Sets", their version of seafood boil but without the bag. It was amazing in flavor and presentation. Also had the gumbo soup and a couple of desserts. Everything we had was incredible. Service was great and pricing reasonable. This will be one of our restaurants on repeat when we come back to visit. read more

The service was incredible! The personal set was perfect and absolutely delicious. Everything was fresh. read more

FireCraft Seafood - Personal set - Seafood Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Food quality was amazing! Great update to the restaurant and good service. Would leave a five star but they still need some work on the dipping sauce for seafood boil. Flavor was there just not spicy enough read more

FireCraft Seafood - Mac n cheese kids meal - Seafood Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

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Well the first indication was that the parking lot was empty at 7:30pm on a Friday night. The food was subpar at best. Went to order fried calamari and was told it only came with cocktail sauce or ketchup. I have only ever had calamari with marinara sauce. So we opted not to order it. We ordered the blackened grouper and mahi. The grouper was ok but nothing to write home about. The mahi was super dry and rubbery so we sent it back. When the new filet came out on the original plate, with the spent lemons, and not blackened it was much the same. The server never came back to check to see if the second filet was ok. Not what I would expect from a restaurant on the gulf. read more

Thank you, Jenny, good food, and good service! The three of us have been back five times now with consistently good food. It was great, thank you! read more

The place has lots of lights and a cool atmosphere. They have a nice bar station if you are looking to drink, talk, and relax. The waiter was nice and accommodating. The food did take a long time to be delivered which was a tad disappointing since the food was very good (the waiter did let us know it was going to a bit of a wait when the food wasn't showing up). The oyster were very good, we got the grilled ones. I recommend trying them. The steak was cooked nicely (medium-rare) a bit salty for my taste but others said it was good. The fried shrimp was also good. The portions were also good, did not skimp out. read more

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Firecraft Seafood in Fort Walton Beach is an absolute gem! My wife and I stopped in for dinner and decided to share the seafood steamer for one - it was incredible. Perfectly seasoned, bursting with fresh shrimp, clams, mussels, crab legs, corn, and potatoes, every bite was flavorful and cooked to perfection. The portion was so generous that even after we both ate our fill, we still walked out with a hefty box of leftovers. That alone is worth the visit! The service was truly next-level. Bar Manager Kinley took exceptional care of us from the moment we sat down. She was warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely attentive without hovering - she made great recommendations, kept our drinks full, and checked in just the right amount. It's clear she loves what she does, and it shows in every interaction. The atmosphere is relaxed yet vibrant. Whether you're at the bar or in the dining room, it feels welcoming and fun. Highly, highly recommend! We'll be back soon (probably for another steamer... and more of Kinley's hospitality). Author David Moon Books on Amazon Zomosapiens Scales of Justice read more

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Wow! We came for an early Valentine's Day and the food was awesome! Prices were reasonable, lots of parking. Modern, clean atmosphere. Our server, Summer, was perfect, attentive to what we needed. We will definitely be back. read more

FireCraft Seafood - Seafood Near Me - Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Food was horrible, service was awful,didnt even get napkin, rest rooms where destroyed . 18 plus for apps alone. Just not worth it.

Friendly staff, very good food with reasonable prices and they provide a large portion for each order

Summer was absolutely amazing!! The food was awesome!! My husband and I have found our new seafood place. Highly recommend this place. Everything was perfect! read more

Bland. The gumbo was delicious and great portion with a great variety of seafood. The $56 platter was not so good, cold overcooked and not worth the price. I tried to like it. When I saw the $15 drinks I stayed with water. I hate places that will surprise overcharge me for a$1 beer. It was an okay first and last visit. Nothing spectacular read more

Our server is amiable and attentive. The food came out quickly. Everything was delicious. Nice atmosphere and Very clean

How do you have crab legs and no real butter? Crawfish queso fries were awful. Grainy cheese, fishy dried up crawfish over otherwise hot delicious fries. Everything had a sprinkling of seasoning on it, which was over-salty. Garlic "butter" was just greasy. Crab legs, shrimp, and crab claws were delicious, just a shame to dip them in grease. Server was great. Music was too loud, with only two tables of people there. People want to talk over dinner, not yell at each other. read more

Food ok at best, crawfish precooked and rewarmed, dry, as was lobster. Shrimp good. Steak overcooked. Service lacked. Disappointed based on price! read more

This is a new restaurant so wasn't very busy. I hope it catches on as I want to be able to go back. Our server Summer(ask for her, such a sweet soul). She was attentive and helpful without being obtrusive. We had the filet and grouper dinners, both amazing! They were cooked perfectly and seasoned just right. Great mixed vegetables and steamed rice. The garlic smashed potatoes were not our favorite. prices on these meals were fair as were the other steaks and burgers. Some of the seafood seemed overpriced to us but there were plenty of reasonable options to choose. read more

Food was great. Service was excellent. Loved our server, Summer. Ambiance was very laid back.

Excellent experience. We brought a friend for her birthday and dinner was excellent. Everything was cooked perfectly and the presentation was lovely. We will be back! read more

Enjoyed a fun evening at FireCraft Seafood, great chargrilled oysters, Austin our bartender was fun and engaging. He had was on top of service for us. Great welcome when we walked in. Always fun to try new place, will return. read more

Food was outstanding, service was attentive it was a little pricey for food, alcohol prices for house brands also over priced