Bay Cafe French - Fort Walton Beach

Kiss the chef and the staff. The price point is amazing for the excellent service and the exquisite cuisine. I definitely recommend this hidden treasure. I'm sure the locals will claim it for their selves. I know I will. Get there early though because parking is limited. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

This is such a refreshing restaurant to experience!! From the moment we walked in, we were attended to immediately even though they were a bit busy! The chef, took over, because the hostess waitresses were busy seating other people and he handed us off to the next available host so we wouldn’t be waiting. The side salad is wonderful, with an amazing dressing on it, tasted like it was homemade dressing. If you like French Onion Soup, this was one of the best I have had! The Chicken Picatta is delicious. Just the right seasonings without being too salty. Very intimate setting for a nice lunch and I’m sure even better for dinner with the view. Nice selection of wines and imported beer. Parking: If it’s during their peak busy times, you may need to park down the street a bit and walk, but totally worth it! Right now, there is some construction going on with the street and bridge, but definitely wasn’t a deal breaker.

Hidden away, it's not what you expect when you pull up. Looks a little run down on the outside but nicer on the inside. Great view outside. Food very pricey if you've never been and don't know what to expect. Food good but for the price don't think I'll be back. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch

After seeing some negative reviews about Bay Cafe, it’s clear that the restaurant has faced service challenges, but honestly, every restaurant has its ups and downs at times—no place is perfect. So, what’s the solution? I recommend making reservations at Bay Cafe for an outstanding lunch or dinner. Don’t be surprised if the service is professional and the kitchen lives up to the chef's reputation. You can trust that you’ll receive fresh, quality ingredients, a selection of fine wines, all backed by over 30 years of stellar reputation. You will absolutely love this charming French bistro with its fantastic appetizers (try the Escargot en Croute), mouthwatering entrees that feature fresh fish options like salmon, snapper, and grouper, and beautifully crafted desserts (the Blueberry Tart is a must). You will definitely want to return to Bay Cafe. What a hidden gem!

--- **Dine-In Experience** **Meal Type:** Lunch **Price per Person:** $20–$30 **Food Rating:** 4/5 **Service Rating:** 5/5 **Atmosphere Rating:** 5/5 I had a delightful lunch at this restaurant. The food was quite good, receiving a solid 4 out of 5. However, what truly stood out was the exceptional service, which I would rate a perfect 5. The atmosphere was equally impressive, also earning a 5. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience that I would highly recommend! --- Let me know if you need any further modifications!