My aunt has lived in Niceville for over 30 years and strongly recommended this place when we were…read morediscussing dinner options. Due to the heat, we asked to be seated inside, though the patio was quite large. The staff was so, so kind and accommodating. I can't have gluten and asked about specific menu items that would be okay. Anything fried is in shared oil with breaded items, so there's a risk of cross contamination. The waiter recommended the shrimp boil as an option, and oh my gosh. It was SO good. My husband and mom each had a hamburger. My aunt had the redfish, and my dad had the Reuben. All of our food was excellent. My meal took the longest to eat since I had to peel my shrimp. I wouldn't mind sitting outside once the weather cools off a bit. This was a terrific suggestion from my aunt! Also, you can buy t-shirts for $20 each. We got ours. We will definitely be back!

Tried TLE for lunch on a Sunday, after flying in FL for work…read more.. Nice outdoor bar and table area right on the water with good/friendly service and respectable food... I didn't want anything heavy so I got the spinach salad with blackened redfish. The food came out really quick and it was alright... Not the best salad I've had, but solid. My one gripe (which is a big one) is that the bill was $37 (w/ tip) for just the salad and and iced tea... Yikes.

I met a friend here for lunch today . We have heard about this eatery and decided to try it out …read more We like to support local businesses . I had the chicken caprese sandwich and my friend had the chicken salad on croissant . They were both amazing . The caprese sandwich was so tasty and the chicken was nice and juicy . The honey balsamic added just the right amount of sweetness. The chicken salad was flavorful with grapes and nuts it all worked well together . The only complain was the croissant was hard to bite . Overall the food was delicious. Our server was nice and attentive and kept our drinks full. We will definitely be back and I hope to get back for dinner one evening . This is a nice quaint place and the ambiance reminds me of a French cafe .

Wow... big surprise! My first time here.. heard through the grapevine this place was great and very…read moreaffordable for the quality of dining. They did not disappoint. In fact they make the best pork chop I ever had. They brine it apparently. Anyone who does not like this does not know good food!! A must try! Soooooo delicious ... and tender!!! Great little local secret joint. Feels like a sexy speakeasy but with an honest farm to table menu.

McAlister's has a great selection of sandwiches, salads, and soups. The quality is excellent.read more

I enjoyed my time here. I thought their red beans and rice for Mardi Gras was kinda of weak and…read morewatered down, but the sandwich was great and the service just as well. Very clean, open and people were kind and helpful.

We celebrated our anniversary dinner here on a Thursday night, the atmosphere was excellent and the…read morefood was better. We both loved our dishes and the banging shrimp appetizer and Caesar salads were a great addition. Wish we had room for the chocolate bread pudding, but didn't. Service was excellent as well. Would definitely recommend, currently our favorite restaurant in Niceville.

I'll be honest--when we pulled up to Basil & Baxter's Kitchen for a group dinner, I had no idea…read morewhat to expect. From the outside, the place looks small and quite unassuming. But as the saying goes: never judge a book by its cover. We were absolutely blown away by the experience. Despite the modest exterior, the food is nothing short of world-class. I ordered the ribeye, and it was cooked to absolute perfection--tender, flavorful, and easily one of the best steaks I've had in a long time. Since we were a large group, we ended up ordering a significant portion of the menu. Between us, we tried the fish, shrimp, and various pasta plates. It felt like we sampled almost everything they offer, and every single dish was an absolute hit. It's rare to find a place where the entire table is equally impressed with their meal, but Basil & Baxter's pulled it off effortlessly. Beyond the incredible kitchen, the service was outstanding. The staff was attentive, welcoming, and handled our group with the kind of professionalism that makes a night out feel special. If you're in Niceville, do not pass this place up. It might look humble from the street, but the flavors and hospitality inside are massive. We will definitely be back!

Just had a turkey dinner I was kinda hungry but after a few bites I knew how famished I was. The…read moreturkey was warm, moist with a great smoked flavor. Keep it up cause I'm coming back with hungry eyes.

1. Drive thru line went fairly quickly, 5 cars in front of me at the height of dinner rush hour,…read moregot to the window in less then 10mins 2. Food was really good (order potato combo meal with brisket and a coke) a. The combo included 2 corn and cheese small muffins, a container of bbq sauce, and a large baked potato with butter, bacon, green onions, sour cream, and my choice of meat brisket b. The brisket was GOOD! The muffins were very light, buttery, moist; not dry at all or too corny. c. The bbq sauce was thankfully in a container off to the side, it was too watery for me and was not a fan of the taste, it was like ketchup with water. 3. Price a little high for my liking ($18) 4. Not a fan of styrofoam when there are better cheaper alternatives out there 5. There is a tip jar at the window and if you pay with a debit card they have you sign the receipt where it also asks for a tip. I'm not a fan of paying drive thru service workers a tip like you would a waiter/waitress. 6. Wish they sold chili. If they did sell chili I would like to see it come with the same toppings as the baked potato does. 7. I will definitely be a returning customer just not as often due to the price.

Food was good and hot, salad bar was nice, staff is great. Lighting is not to hard on the eyes,…read morewill be coming back.

The staff is amazing and super helpful. Food was awesome and salad bar was super fresh.read more

This is a very busy cafe! The dining room is a little cramped but there is a second room with a…read moretable and chairs. We had the red beans and rice, beignets, and a latte. My husband enjoyed the red beans and rice The beignets were a little bready but yeasted and much better than the ones are beignets and brew. My latte was perfect.

Been seeing this place on my DoorDash but didn't want to have it delivered from pretty far away…read more It's a local creole spot that has a pretty good selection. The gumbo was good, the red beans and rice were pretty good, my eggs were okay, I'll try something different next time, my son loved his burger though and overall pretty satisfied with my experience. It's pretty much serve yourself, but the person behind the register had a great attitude and as you can see from the pics it is a lively little spot.

Pros: Food is good quality... Environment is beautiful. Our waitress was so nice…read more Cons... Portions do not match the price. I ordered the grilled seafood platter which came with a few bay scallops and small shrimp...scampi style...and a thin filet (mahi). I'll probably give this place another shot at some point to be fair. I'm giving 4 stars because there's no way to give a 3 1/2.

My husband and I generally like going to The Boathouse Landing but might have to rethink that in…read morethe future. I ordered one of the most expensive dishes on the menu $29.99 and he ordered a $15.99 coconut chicken salad along with two diet cokes. When we got the check they had calculated the check with a 20% service charge. We asked what it was and was told it was 16% for her and 4% for the kitchen. Nothing based on the service or how good the food was an automatic 20%. No warning at all! As they were seating, another customer that server said have you been to the boathouse before and the customer said yes. So she stated you are aware of the service charge then. The customer said yes. Maybe us saying something about it is why she said that, not sure, but we were never informed and we've never had that explained to us before either.

Permanently closed, it was not good, ate there once wouldn't have gone back. They had mostly bar…read morefood, but service was awful & food was not good.

(I used to work in the restaurant industry so my standards for 5 stars are significantly higher and…read moreI don't give out 5 stars very often). The staff were super friendly and accommodating. Full bar. Plenty of domestic & imported beers on tap or bottled/canned along with mixed drinks and hard seltzers. They even have a couple alcohol-free options and energy drinks. I got 20 boneless wings (10 Lemon Pepper Dry Rub and 10 Honey BBQ). The Honey BBQ was sweet and savory with just the right amount of sauce on the wings. The Lemon Pepper was more on the lemon-y side but not overpowering and had a hint of that pepper kick as an aftertaste. The chicken is juicy with just the right amount of crunch from the breading. The wings are great just as they are but they're better with some ranch dipping sauce (I'm a ranch kinda guy lol). The sweet potato fries have that nice balance between a crunchy outside with a soft inside, sprinkled with salt. The breading on their jumbo onion rings actually sticks to the onion itself and doesn't fall off or disintegrate the minute you bite into it. The ranch sauce is savory, it complements the other textures and flavors well. The overall vibe I get from this place is uplifting but relaxed. They have multiple TVs that're usually playing sports. The floor plan is open and organized. Plenty of room to walk around without feeling like you have to squeeze yourself between chairs. Clean, neat, and orderly. The prices aren't that bad for what you get. It's a little more expensive than your typical restaurant but I also ordered 20 boneless wings, two premium sides, and had a tall Blue Moon but the price is well worth what you're getting. The food tastes AUTHENTIC, like everything they have is made in house. None of it tastes like it comes premade in a bag or a can and they just heat it up before serving. It's what you'd expect in a restaurant like this. If you're in the Destin/Niceville/Crestview area you NEED to come here and get their boneless wings.

Service: the employees were all very friendly. The employee coming around to the tables to clean…read moretables asked if we needed anything and how are meal was. 5 stars. Ambience: restaurant was very clean and had a mixture of booths, high top tables, and tables. 4 stars. Food: the salads were very generous in portion size and each one came with two dressing. The egg roll that came with the zensation salad was "ok". The Cobb salad was good and finally the chicken finger plate I got I think might have been missing a chicken strip and thought they could have put more fries on the plate. The food was good , so I will it 3 stars. I lean towards 4 stars are the max at restaurants like this. The food is never going to be OMG great, but 3 stars for a fast food chain is pretty good.

Three of us visited Zaxby's in Niceville, FL for lunch today. Jon waited on us and was amazing. He…read moreis professional, very helpful and very kind. Food was great. Jon is certainly an asset to this establishment.