Bay Cafe French Restaurant

Good food highly recommend! The only restaurant we enjoy eating for our vacation. All the other restaurants is sooo salty!.

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.

We absolutely love coming to this place. The Sea Bass is always a must here and is always cooked perfectly! The Duck tonight was absolutely delicious!!! Make sure you leave room for dessert! The service is always great and we always love when our server is Shawna as she always takes great care of us.. We can't wait for Sunday Brunch on the porch again! Make sure to ask to sit outside and enjoy the spectacular views! A must for anyone visiting Fort Walton Beach.

Our friends took us there and what a great find right on the water with a great view of the bridge, docks and bay. Great outdoor seating the waitress was fantastic and we had a great meal and drinks. Three of us had one of the special's Triggerfish in such yummy sauce with smashed potatoes and green beans. My wife had the Shrimp Salad and she loved it. We had the Tiramisu and Apple Tart which were fantastic. So be for lunch and some drinks or dinner they do a great job!

Looking at the outside of this place and you might not be impressed. However once inside things turn in the opposite direction. The service was excellent. The waiter was knowledgeable about everything on the menu. Even made wine suggestions. The food was also really good. Classic French style. Could have easily had 3-4 different entrees. Excellent place to go for a date night, celebration, or a good time with friends. Le plus beau!

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.

A hidden gem! Absolutely incredible meal and experience. You must have the crab claw app. It’s a quiet, intimate venue. We will be back. Thank you!!

Outstanding service and wonderful food.
15 July 22
Yet another great lunch at Bay Cafe. Wonderful attentive service and fabulous food.
11 August 22
Wow, what a great anniversary lunch. Great food with excellent service!

Came here last night with my boyfriend for a Very nice dinner with beautiful views of the bay. We were seated immediately & right on the water. Our waitress was Very friendly & attentive. I had the filet mignon & my boyfriend had the strip steak—both were amazing. This is a higher end establishment with a local vibe, exactly what I was looking for. Thank you for a perfect birthday dinner, we are from Chicago but we will be back!

Bay Cafe has been a staple in Fort Walton for as long as I can remember. It does not disappoint, whether dining in for lunch or spending a little extra money on a fancy dinner. The service is always speedy and the atmosphere is top notch! Do yourself a favor and try the apple tart at dinner, it’s the best dessert I’ve ever had.

This was exactly what we were looking for, for our lunch. On the water, fresh catch of the day, outdoor seating....and delicious!!! He had the grouper (something 😏) I had shrimp marinara. The house dressing on the salad (it is extra cost for salad, but worth it) was really good, even tho it was a little spicy, it was good! And the homemade French silk pie...wow!!!

We visited Destin and found this place through google and it worth the time and money. They always have full house so make reservations if you can. Good food, good vibe, excellent service. We will definitely come back.

I had the pleasure of experiencing Bay Cafe last evening on my birthday. The menu is very appealing. The food is exceptional! The staff are welcoming, professional, and efficient. The atmosphere is peaceful and intimate without being stuffy. If I could give this little gem a “10” I certainly would. Do yourself a favor…and be prepared to REALLY enjoy a great experience!

We loved this new find in Fort Walton right on the Bay! A new upscale favorite for sure! The food and service was excellent and you will need to make reservations. Request to dine on the patio and watch the boats go under the bridge. I had the Grouper Wellington and it was amazing. We will be back!!

Outstanding service and wonderful food. A hidden gem! Absolutely incredible meal and experience. THE best creme brulee for dessert.

Bay Cafe doesn’t look like much from the outside, but is a hidden gem. Went for a late breakfast, so I was excited to see omelettes on their lunch menu. It really was outstanding, not dried out or rubbery, which is easy for restaurant omelettes to be. Right on the water too, so a nice view and nice vibe. Would love to return for dinner.

Hidden gem on the water. Service was incredible. App, main and desert were perfect. Highly recommend.

Good food, awesome outdoor seating, good service. Being next to the water for lunch was awesome, just wish construction on the bridge wasn't happening, but I don't ding a business for things out of their control.

Absolutely delicious! Fabulous bread, wine, Wok chicken stir fry, cheesecake and charming staff! Great Valentine’s lunch with my guy! Thank you, Mario! We will be back! Valentine’s lunch!

Such a cute local spot by the water! The service was excellent and friendly. Nice and quiet place to avoid all the tourists, while still enjoying the waterfront.