From Food Trucks to Fine Dining
Wondering where to find the best gourmet food in Authentic Walton? The answer – everywhere! From Florida food trucks serving up international fare to Freeport and DeFuniak Springs fine dining, the Walton County food scene is home to delicious eats for every palate.
No day in DeFuniak Springs is complete without a pastry from Perla Baking Co. Whether you order their fresh, flaky croissants or herby pesto chicken sandwiches, you can taste the handmade difference in Perla’s house-baked breads and pastries. Featuring a full coffee menu with beans courtesy of Amavida Coffee Roasters, you can also indulge in the freshest-brewed coffee Authentic Walton has to offer!
This part of Florida is also a paradise for Southern soul food. When you step foot in Fannin’s Family Restaurant, you feel the love in every bite. Come on in for a plate lunch, down-home hospitality, and delicious DeFuniak Springs casual eats! Order from the “Down South Favorites” menu for the classic plate lunch Walton County locals love, with oh-so crispy fried chicken and freshly brewed sweet tea.
When you want a meal that’s healthy but still packed with flavor, try V Pho Vietnamese Cuisine! One of our favorite new downtown DeFuniak Springs restaurants, V Pho serves up authentic Vietnamese cuisine with ultra-fresh ingredients. And with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options, the non-meat-eaters in your group can enjoy the brothy pho and tangy vermicelli, too.
La Terraza Mexican Restaurant is a hidden DeFuniak gem. Half specialty Hispanic grocery store and half restaurant, this spot is a true taste of Mexico right here in Authentic Walton. With homemade hot sauce and fresh tortillas made to order, their street tacos will transport you straight to Mexico City. And don’t miss the homemade chicharrones when they’re on special!
While we love our sit-down restaurants, some of the best food in town is served on wheels. Tons of fan-favorite DeFuniak Springs food trucks pop up weekly at Last Stop Brew Vault. From Thai 2 Go’s nutty pad thai and Rise and Swine food truck’s juicy pork belly burger, check out Last Stop’s pop-up schedule for tasty eats every day of the week.
After a day in the sun, there’s nothing better than a cold drink and hot, oven-fresh pizza. For some of the best pizza in Walton County, stop by LC’s Pizza & Subs in Freeport. Everything from the crust to the cheesy bread is made fresh daily. And with a full kids’ menu, there’s something for the whole family!
A trip to Freeport isn’t complete without a sit-down dinner at Nick’s Seafood Restaurant! Located at the Choctawhatchee Bay's north end, Nick's has been serving ultra-fresh seafood since 1963. This local favorite is known for stunning sunsets, friendly staff, and top-notch seafood. Whether you want it boiled, fresh, or live, Nick has something straight off the dock.
If you’re looking for fresh seafood and prime cuts of meat to throw on the grill, T’s Catch Seafood Market is the place to be. This locally owned & family-operated Freeport seafood market has everything you need for a fancy dinner at home or fresh, delicious meals to go. Locals rave about their steamed shrimp lunch plate and seafood gumbo. And while you’re there, grab a slice of homemade key lime pie!
Craving the best Authentic Walton County chocolate? Indigenous Chocolate makes the smoothest small batch, luxury artisan chocolate this side of the Bay. What started as an at-home chocolate business in Alys Beach has blossomed into a wholesale brick-and-mortar operation in Freeport. Every bar is made with single-origin cacao sourced mindfully and ethically, and each piece has its own unique flavor notes to savor. Treat yourself to a bonbon, a bar, or even a tea made from cacao husks!
When it comes to Freeport food trucks, Sports to Geaux is serving up a hearty helping of Louisiana flavor on wheels. Catch them all around Freeport, and check their social media to see where they’re popping up each week. From their award-winning gumbo to crispy fried gator bites, it’s a blast of true Cajun flavor.