The Venue is without question a premier location to have a wedding! The organization and…read moreprofessionalism of Suzy Hunt and Kristine Nelson made for a very memorable experience for my daughter and our family. We had great support from the beginning to end to ensure a pleasant and memorable experience. Would not hesitate to have another event at the Venue.

From the owner: Welcome to The Venue, where coastal charm meets chic elegance in the heart of downtown Fort Walton…read moreBeach. Nestled along the waterfront, our unique and fresh event space offers a captivating blend of modern sophistication and laid-back coastal vibes. Picture your dream wedding or special event set against the backdrop of our stunning manicured lawn, with the gentle breeze from the nearby waters adding a touch of romance. At The Venue, we pride ourselves on flexibility, striving to bring your vision to life seamlessly. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our commitment is to exceed your expectations. Step into a world where every detail is perfected, and every moment is unforgettable. Let The Venue be the canvas for your extraordinary memories.

Incredible venue. Beautiful. Directly on the water. Gorgeous! Perfect for private party, wedding,…read morereception, holiday party, family reunion.

From the owner: WaterVue is the perfect venue for weddings, whether it be a local or a destination wedding. With…read morecapacity of 300 guests, we also host receptions , corporate parties, holiday gathering, lectures, fundraising events or any special event.

i would like to say that The Event Room was awesome! My husband booked this beautiful space for my…read more55th Birthday Celebration and it was nothing short of Amazing! it was a surprise to me but I can tell you that she helped my husband bring the vision of what I asked for to life!! It's a one stop shop! The decorations were beautiful, food was delicious and the attention to every detail was very much a celebration that will go down as one to remember!! Thank you LaShana for blessing me and seeing that my "Double Nickels" was everything it needed to be for me and MORE! Sincerely Melissa G

I had a reception here this past weekend on cinco de Mayo. Everything was amazing beautiful…read moreeverything I asked for ! Thank you event room for hosting my event! I would recommend anyone looking for any type of venue to book them the owner is the best and it was a destination soo it was my first time being here and she worked with me virtually appreciate it all.

Ok so feeling fancy. We were guests at the club. After we docked the boat, we came in for late…read morelunch. The burger n sweet potato fries were very good. The drinks were refreshing, I had single serving of la Marca Prosecco. It was a perfect way to end the afternoon w full belly after the day of boating. Yes fancy indeed

I spoke with John, the fleet captain. I was greeted as soon as I walked in. Very friendly club with…read morea phenomenal view. So nice to be welcomed instead of alienated. Good beer/bar selection. Great conversations about sailing to be had here. Highly recommend this place for reciprocal members.

Cool little hangout. Great place for a beer or a cup of coffee. I'd go back for sure.read more

Best place to come and relax with great people and great food. A definite place to visit when in FT…read moreWalton Beach and near by areas.

Great service and food. Didn't have reservation and walked in at 7 and were seated right away (it…read morewas a Sunday night). Had the eggplant parm (actual eggplant not that frozen Sysco stuff) and son had chicken piccata. We also enjoyed their bread. Both dishes were excellent. I love a lot of red gravy which this had and it was delicious. Parking might be a problem as there is currently construction in the area, but we lucked out with a spot in front. The woman who served us was lovely and accommodated my son.

This is my new favorite Italian place in Ft Walton Beach. Great staff. Nice inside and you should…read moredefinitely get a reservation even on a Wednesday in off season. Had the veal piccata. Outstanding. Good wine selection as well. Eat here.

Excellent place for seafood! The service, atmosphere, and food are all top tier. Highly recommend…read morethe crab claws for an appetizer.

We were quickly seated. The waitress was nice but didn't really check on us. We decided to get the…read morelobster super steamer for $158. I thought the food was just bland and for that price more should have came with it. I understand the two lobsters but that price would have me choosing to skip this restaurant again. I'm from Louisiana and love everything spicy so maybe it was a bad choice in my part but if you don't like spice and just want some seafood yeah go ahead and try it out. But the house salad with their honey vinaigrette dressing was pretty tasty. My boyfriend said he could drink the dressing

My wife, Juliann, and I just enjoyed our first-ever weekend getaway as a couple without the kids,…read moreand it was exactly what we needed. Let's start with the resort itself. The property is beautifully maintained, clean, and updated. From the moment we arrived, the front desk staff was efficient, friendly, and welcoming. Throughout our stay, the housekeeping and groundskeeping teams were incredibly helpful and, most importantly, genuinely proud of where they worked. That pride was evident in the care they put into every detail and the joy they showed while interacting with guests. The pool area was absolutely gorgeous, and the lazy river offered fun for guests of all ages. One of our favorite features was the waterfall--it created a peaceful ambiance with its calming sound that made it easy to relax and unwind. Beach access was convenient, well maintained, and just steps away. The breathtaking views gave us the perfect opportunity to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy some much-needed time together. A special thank you goes to the staff at Riptides. We highly recommend having breakfast there! Raelynn and Crystal both went above and beyond to make every meal enjoyable. Crystal provided outstanding service and was warm, personable, and attentive throughout our visit. During one lunch, a storm rolled in unexpectedly, and Raelynn made sure we stayed dry, helped us get settled, and quite literally saved our lunch date. Her kindness and quick thinking didn't go unnoticed. We also have to recognize Joe and Diego at the Tiki Bar. These two are true masters of their craft. They were friendly, engaging, and consistently made outstanding cocktails that kept us coming back throughout our stay. We even took advantage of the hot tub and fitness center to start each day refreshed. But as parents, we discovered something important: you go into a vacation thinking you'll pack every minute with activities, when in reality, the greatest memories come from slowing down. At this beautiful Holiday Inn Resort, it was the peaceful moments, meaningful conversations, new friendships, and uninterrupted time together that made this trip unforgettable. Thank you to everyone who helped make our first kid-free getaway such a memorable experience. We can't wait to come back!

Wonderful getaway spot! The hotel was clean and quiet for a resort with kids. The drinks at the bar…read morewere good and tasty. I ordered a burger and fries at the bar, and I asked for medium well. It came out well done, but b/c I was hungry I ate it. Otherwise, I really enjoyed this place.

Very nice. Venue ...clean ...comfortable .. parking was easy...great location for a event…read more.

Not sure if this is a isolated incident or this happens all the time here…read more We came from Michigan for a National Dance competition, Dupree Dance. Dupree has always had a great event, have never had problems with that. What we experienced was the convention center would not allow any outside food in for anyone. I would expect that from spectators, but not from the kids preforming and attending the workshops. Our kids spent most of the day there, over several consecutive days. There was piles of food and snacks from the kids attending this event. The reason we were told this is the food services here has a contract to provide food and drinks for the entire convention center. That's great but there was one single counted for hundreds of kids who only had minutes between classes/costume changes to grab something to eat. No time to stand in long lines. On top of that my kids have severe food allergies and the food services here had no lists of allergens found in the food they provide(pretty sure there is a FDA regulation about that). They still would not allow us to bring in food for our kid that was safe for them to eat. What our kids were going to bring in was just some fresh vegetables and Gold Fish crackers, these items were not available for purchase here. The convention place is clean, comfortable and kept up. I have never been treated like this before. People being searched for any scrap of food, no one looking for anything threatening like weapons. I have seen criminals treated better for wanting something to eat. This review is more for the food services and the convention policies here. The food services had very limited selections available which was very disappointing. When some of the kids went to get something to eat, all they had left was chips and candy. I hope Dupree never uses this facility again. I would not come here again. Something that is kind of infuriating is they don't want these kids bringing in outside food or drink but the food services worker has a gas station pop that she is sipping on and when I asked her she told me why would she pay $3 for a pop when she can get a bigger size for half the price somewhere else. WTF