i've come here twice within two weeks and this place has great burgers! i initially dined in an we…read morewent out as a class. we had A HUGE party. the staff remained professional and did their absolute best to accommodate us. i got the mushroom burger and it was delicious. juicy and hit the spot. everything you want in a good burger. the fries were great as well. probably one of the best restaurant fries. and for appetizers i had the jalapeño poppers. delicious as well. the second time, i ordered to-go and they had a 48% off deal so i got two burgers for less than $20! again, same consistent delicious burger despite having to commute and not eating it right away. this place is great for grabbing a few drinks and has great food!

Firehouse Burger was very good, not greasy and very tasty. Fat Boy red ale was delicious!read more

the perfect place for a greasy diner style fast food burger. i've had a craving for burgers lately…read moreand nothing satisfied that craving until we got tops for lunch today. they got every burger we ordered correct (we all like and don't like different things). i tried the chili cheese fries and they hit the spot. the regular fries also smacked when putting them on the burger. sometimes you just want a guilty meal and this is it in the best way. drive thru was packed but went quickly. like chick fil a quick. iykyk. will definitely be back.

My go-to cute little burger joint! Very quick service, It's very drive through heavy, so you don't…read morehave to go inside, which is nice. The burgers are cheaper than going to a fast food place, about 5 dollars for a burger. You can eat a pretty big meal for under 9 bucks. I like getting a double stack cheese burger and cheese curds, 10/10 lol!

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.

We love going here, I crave the hot crab dip! I have not had any other crab dip that compares to…read morethis one. In fact other restaurants' crab dips are a huge let down compared to this one! Quick service, wide menu variety and great views of the water.

Cool spot on the water/yacht club. Inside and outside seating with views of the boats.water…read more Service was very pleasant and attentive. Outside has some picnic tables and regular tables. Inside has 2 separate bar areas with tables - clean and mix of modern/ocean. Food was both presented well and tasted well. Fish was fresh. Tacos could use a little more kick of flavor.

Such a cute restaurant! Right on the water, the perfect place to take cute dinner pictures. I…read moreordered a crab cake with grits... which I'm not going to lie was not the best. But the waiter and chef were kind and replaced it with a cheese burger and fries (which was very good!). So I'd give the service a 10/10 just because they were so accommodating!

​I really wanted to love Wharf 850. The location right on the water in Niceville is fantastic, and…read morethe views are hard to beat. I'd heard great things about this spot being a local go-to several years ago, so I was looking forward to a solid meal with our large group. ​Unfortunately, the experience just didn't live up to the reputation. It was exceptionally quiet--perhaps because it's the off-season--but even with the lack of a crowd, the food and service were underwhelming across the board. ​A lot of us ordered the burgers, and they were just "okay" at best. I went for the one topped with pulled pork, thinking it would be a highlight, but it really didn't work. The flavors didn't mesh, and it was a structural mess--the whole thing just broke apart and became a struggle to eat. Across our entire large group, I don't think anyone was super impressed with their meal. ​The service didn't help matters, either. We ordered several cocktails, and they were consistently either late or just plain wrong. Since it wasn't a very busy night, there wasn't really a clear reason for the lapse in attention. ​It's a shame because the setting is beautiful, but between the hit-or-miss drinks and the lackluster food, the whole night felt like it missed the mark.

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!

We have been here a few times over the last few years. We have been with a group of 8-10 and all…read morehave had great meals. This particular Thursday night was a little off. They are always busy with tables and to go orders. There must of been new bartender. My husband and I had ordered the mock Butterfly and Lemonade drink we had previously and enjoyed. The first time we had it, it came out in a regular tall water glass. This time it came in a martini glass and the first sip was....OMG strong with liquor. We sent them back to get the nonalcoholic drinks and they came back in a whisky glass, not the taller water glass. Not sure if this was a mistake or they really raised their prices. The lemonade drink with a little color added to it is $7! But, the food is always delicious. My husband had the pot pie and it was the size of a regular 12 inch pie! I had the pork chop which was thick and tender. Some in our party love the bisque soup and order a bowl, which is huge. The cup size was more what we expect as a bowl size. The shrimp and grits is phenomenal too, which I have personally tried. Service is great and friendly. You are given a basket of delicious crusty warm buns comped but if you ask for more (which we did) note that they are .50 cents each. We will continue to visit this restaurant each winter while we are here.

My son and I check out of our hotel and needed spot to for breakfast. Our target? A charming little…read morecafé that looked like it had big dreams and about 85% of the throw pillows to prove it. We grabbed seats at the bar--prime real estate for both people-watching and silent negotiations with the universe about how long coffee should take to arrive. The menu got a thorough inspection while we waited. And waited. Not a hostile wait. More like... a polite standoff between us and the concept of service. Eventually, victory. Orders placed. I went all in: biscuits and sausage gravy, eggs over easy, maple bacon--the kind of breakfast that doesn't whisper "good morning," it kicks the door in and demands respect. My son went classic with French toast and sausage, a choice that says, "I trust the fundamentals." Now, let's talk ambiance. Coffee in paper cups. Not a dealbreaker, but it does send a subtle message: "We're still figuring some things out." The interior felt like a Pinterest board mid-argument--close, but not quite ready for the reveal episode. Service? Nice. Professional. Also slightly resembling a live-action game of pinball. Our waitress was great, but the overall flow had a certain freestyle jazz quality--improvised, energetic, and occasionally confusing. Refills were more of a "self-reflection exercise" than an offered service, so ordering extra water was a tactical masterstroke. But then... the food arrived. And just like that, all sins were forgiven. That biscuit and sausage gravy? Absolute bullseye. The kind of dish that makes you pause mid-bite and question whether your childhood memories have been quietly outperformed. It didn't just taste homemade--it tasted like someone's mom was in the back, judging everyone and getting it right. The French toast held its own--golden, solid, no nonsense. Exactly what it needed to be. So here's the deal: the service may have been running a little behind the breakfast parade, but the food? Leading the band, confetti cannon and all. Final verdict: 4 stars. Not because it couldn't be 5--but because it's this close. Tighten up the service, ditch the paper cups, finish decorating like you mean it, and you've got a heavyweight contender. Until then, it remains a gem--slightly unpolished, but absolutely worth the stop.

Just WOW! The service was great, prompt and friendly. A good basic breakfast and lunch menu, but…read moredon't miss the pastry case! It's full of yummy choices - one of us had the gooey bun and raved about it! The eggs and grits were cooked perfectly and came out hot! The highlight is the maple bacon - both of us loved it! This is a laid back local joint with great food and a family feel to it. We will definitely be back on our next trip through Florida! BTW we were going to take pictures of the food but we couldn't wait to eat it, oops!

The food is very delicious Southern cooking. The ambiance is friendly and cheerful. Our server was…read moreAmanda she is very professional, sweet , polite and cheerful. Definitely my pick!

They cook their steaks in a green egg. They are smoked. The steak was tender. Cooked MR like we…read morerequested. It had a very strong pepper seasoning on it. To much for me . I missed the searing & char. Also A lot of fat & grisle. I had 2 sides. Mashed potatoes & brown gravy. Plus glazed carrots. Both items were just ok. Instant potatoes.baby carrots- not really glazed, just sweet .The side salad was fresh & generous. We enjoyed the cowboy beans. The service was Slow & spotty. She did not clear a dish, we paid & left. Not a great experience.

(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.

This place has always been a restaurant I would want to go to every day for the past 7 years…read more Everytime it has been great but today was different. It was soooo good and the best part was our server Pete. He was so nice and super funny. He went the extra mile for every question we asked. He deserves a raise if im being honest. The food was tastier, cleaner, and over amazing place. Thank you Pete!

WE love Doc's and since the' Up Model' the place has lots of choices for seating. The bar…read moredownstairs has great service; Preston is a delight. The FOOD is always on point; them hushpuppies are the best I have ever had!!!!! We love the live music on Friday and Saturday nights . Good value, cold drinks and great service !!!!

What a fun spot! Very small parking lot…read more The food was really good! The hush puppies were amazing! The staff was very friendly and easy going while working with our group of 5.