Bud Alley's Waterfront Restaurant Bar

Seaside is not what it was when I first visited in 1999; much more crowded and way too many kids, but I guess I did visit during Fall break (What the hell is that, school just started?!? But, Bud Alley's is still one of my favorites while in the area. Make reservations ASAP if you are visiting in the summer and get there early if you want a roof-top seat overlooking the gulf. Thankfully they expanded the roof-top area, it used to be a nightmare grabbing a seat up there. Overall, food was awesome and their crab-cakes are a tie with the Red Bar down the road; meaning they have the best crab cakes anywhere and they are a must try. Great wine selection and a nice high end selection of bourbon behind the bar. Pro Tip: Skip the Pappy and go for the Buffalo Trace Antique collection if they have it. Way better IMO. Glad to see something haven't changed that much and I am glad Bud Alley's are one of them. Keep it up guys and see you next time I am in the area!

Bummed I didn’t take any pics, but the food was awesome! The smoked tuna dip was soooo delicious and the crab cakes were some of the best I’ve ever had.

One of my favorite restaurants in the area. Wonderful food, good service, and watch the sunset. Slightly overpriced, but delicious.

Locations is great, service was pitiful. Not one single good experience with any of the staff. Bartenders and waitstaff were rude from the moment we got there until we left. The food is bottom tier. It's edible, but nothing to write home about. Very expensive for mediocre food. Would not recommend.

Terrible Food and the rudest staff ever. I had the peel and eat shrimp and smoked tuna dip. Was shockingly disgusting, couldn't eat it. Run from this place.