Cafe Thirty-A

We went at 4:30 to get buy one get one half off entrees so that we could split and try several dishes. Salad, dinner plates, and desert were all amazing but we decided our favorite plate was the crab cakes 100/10!! Sarah was our server and she did and exceptional job at everything. Very cozy atmosphere as well. We will definitely be coming back next time we’re in the area!

This is one of my favorite places in the area! Top notch everything. Even our server was entertaining-and extremely accommodating. We enjoyed the tuna poke and beet salad; I had Yellow Fin Tuna and He had Chilean Sea Bass for entrées (if you order before 5 pm there’s a good deal for you early birds!).
If you’re looking for a special place for a memorable experience, make reservations!

Absolutely, hands down, our favorite on 30a! We enjoyed the filet and pan seared snapper and they were amazing.

Add this wonderful place to your “do not miss” list!

This has long been my favorite place to eat a special dinner on C30A. We have been coming for many years and the food is consistently delicious. The Maine Lobster in Paradise is my favorite thing on the menu. The lobster is sweet and the truffle Mac and cheese is so rich and creamy. I also love their crab cakes , sea bass and snapper. You really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. I love all the creative salad options as well and also the extensive cocktail offerings.

Our 25+ year love affair with Cafè Thirty-A continues. In our humble opinion, it is the BEST restaurant in the area. Our favorites are always on the menu as well as new and creative additions. Although we were not able to be seated with our favorite server Alex, James took good care of us.
ps: if you like martinis, 🍸 this is your spot - even if the restaurant is booked, stop in and get a drink (and or your meal) at the bar.

I had the lobster. And OMG was it divine! It was paired with mac and cheese and the combo was to die for!

They bring out bread and an oil dip, which was good.

They have a good kids menu, not a lot of choices but they covered thing that typical kids ask for.

I would definitely come back.

Amazing food with an ever changing menu! The bread was fresh, calamari was fried perfectly! Not rubbery at all. Crab claws tasted so good and very easy to eat. The rest of the food was amazing! Would go back again for sure! Great place for large groups, but make sure you have a reservation. Valet parking is available if needed. I would recommend getting a sitter if you have young kids. I would not have to leave early to make bed times.

Our family had an outstanding dinner at Cafe Thirty-A! Cocktails, entrees and desserts were so delicious! Filet and fresh fish cooked perfectly.
Local tip: Take advantage of their early bird specials when you dine in as soon as they open. Reservations highly recommended. They book out fast!

Perfect spot for an elegant dinner, especially for a special occasion! You will most likely have to use the $5 valet as the parking lot is not very big.

Our server was very accommodating and he really contributed to our pleasant experience there. I did enjoy being seated in the side room with the windows rather than the larger main room as it was much quieter and intimate. Portion sizes for the main courses are easily shareable but they do charge a $2.50 kitchen split fee.

We enjoyed the filet mignon and the gulf shrimp pasta dishes. Both incredible. The pasta had nice jumbo shrimp and the most delectable lemony, caper, creamy sauce. We had a blueberry peach cobbler and asked to sub the vanilla for cinnamon ice cream instead. Absolutely delicious!

Absolutely worth it. Tracy was an excellent server and recommended all the best things. Hard to get a spot here so reserve ahead or sit in bar area. Crabs cakes were best I’ve ever had. 10/10

This restaurant is an upper scale restaurant with decadent meals. I ordered the Mediterranean Grouper with Pearl Couscous Pilaf, Heirloom Tomato & Kalamata Tapenade, Pesto Butter. This meal was an explosion of many different flavors. The many different texture of this meal made it absolutely divine. I also ordered the Truffled Mac N Cheese. It had a nice creamy flavor. The calamari was a delicious appetizer as well with a spicy dipping sauce.
Additionally, the She Crab Soup was full of flavor and creaminess. A definite must to try! The Crab Cakes were delicious with a flaky, yet creamy texture. The Watermelon Basil martini is a lighter flavorful drink and very refreshing.

There was nothing on the menu that I tried which was anything less than superb! Highly recommend this restaurant for a nice evening out.

Most consistent fine dining restaurant on 30A! Truly spectacular every time we come and a great happy hour with buy one entree, get one half-off! We loved the scallop and pork belly appetizer. Truly a combination of flavors with spicy, sweet, and salty components! The Maine Lobster in Paradise was to die for! Rich, creamy, cheesy and perfectly tender lobster.The warm berry cobbler with homemade vanilla bean ice cream had me thinking I was in my grandma's kitchen.The service, cocktails, and atmosphere were impeccable as always! HIGHLY recommend making this place a necessity when visiting 30A!

Came here for a birthday dinner and we were not disappointed. Cute ambience, great bar staff and service and delicious food. Bar seating is first come, first serve, otherwise you will need a reservation.

Outstanding in every way. I rarely give reviews, but when food, service and atmosphere all come together, it merits a top tier compliment. The Grouper, Tuna and Filet were superior in taste and presentation. Our server described the Grouper as “ heat-infused with curry sauce” and her recommendation was spot on. Our family walked away all commenting that this was by far the best restaurant we visited on our trip.
Somewhat busy even in the off season, so prepare to settle in with an adult beverage and take in the beautiful surroundings.

Had a great meal! Chad was wonderful with our service. Drinks fantastic. We have lived here full time 7 yrs but coming to the area since 1995. This was our first time in and a new favorite. Highly recommend .

Came here for a birthday dinner. This place was so amazing! The waiter was awesome and attentive (showed our table the entrees as he was bringing them to other tables to help us decide what to get), the drinks were amazing, the food was PERFECT, and the atmosphere was upscale with a relaxed vibe. Will be coming again.

This is the best upscale dining in the 30A area. They have the service right, the food is always fresh and ever changing with the season, and they have 2 for 1 entree pricing between 5-6pm, and $5 martinis all night on Thursdays. This place has ambiance and doesn't feel like it went up last week. Make reservations though, because we aren't the only ones who realize this is the best fine dining spot on 30A! (Note that desserts are right at $10 each and are wonderful to share!)

Highly recommend! I'd describe the decor as coastal chic; you can be more casual or dress up and not feel out of place. The service was excellent! We started with the crab cake and tuna poke - both were delicious. The crab cake was probably the best I've ever had...believe when they say it's 97% crab meat! For entrees we had the NY strip with lobster tails and the snapper. Everything was cooked perfectly and delicious. We will definitely visit again!

Visited while staying on 30A recommended by our Air BNB hosts! Jay was our server and he was outstanding! Please tell Jay Dreadlock Dave and Debra say hello and thank you!

Love this place. Best food on 30A and always can count on consistency with food and service. The best crab cake I've ever had. The tuna is awesome as are all the dishes.