Palm Coast Ford – 4 Top Waterfront Restaurant in Palm Coast, Florida

No trip to Palm Coast, Florida, is complete without eating at a waterfront restaurant. Whether you’re looking for the best seafood you can find or a fun atmosphere where you can enjoy the weather and chow down, there are plenty of options in Palm Coast. Here are four of our picks for the top waterfront restaurants in Palm Coast.

1. The Golden Lion Cafe

If you’re looking for a fantastic view of the ocean to pair with great food, head to the Golden Lion Cafe. This restaurant is so much fun, it’s become a destination. Show up for one of the events they hold throughout the summer, including live music, limbo contests, and full moon parties.

On their menu, you’ll find plenty of options to make for an unforgettable meal. Order from their seafood section for entrees like a 1.5-pound lobster dinner, ginger soy mahi-mahi, and a fresh-fish-of-the-day dinner. Their raw bar includes mussels, oysters, clams, shrimp, and lobster. If you want a quick bite to eat, their burgers and sandwiches will satisfy.

2.  Atlantic Grille

For a refined and elegant waterfront dining experience, reserve a table at the Atlantic Grille. This award-winning restaurant has an emphasis on chef-inspired seafood cuisine that’s perfect for a romantic night out to dinner, though they have fantastic brunch and lunch options as well.

Signature plates such as the oven-baked salmon, seafood pasta, and sesame-crusted tuna are a sure way to make for the perfect dinner. Their all-you-can-eat brunch is full of delicious options, from seafood and pasta to eggs and waffles. If you’re looking for light fare, try their tapas room to for a tour of the cuisine world. The view of the beach and the elegant dining atmosphere are the stuff of novels.

3. Funky Pelican

Funky Pelican is the ultimate beachside restaurant. It’s fun, laid-back atmosphere lets you relax as you look out over the ocean and enjoy their American-style menu.

Their great sandwiches and burgers are some of the best in the area. Grab a shrimp and lobster wrap, Impossible Burger, or split pulled pork sliders with your friends. We suggest their Twisted Seafood Mac and seafood jambalaya if you want a true oceanside restaurant experience.

4. Captain’s BBQ

Overlooking the Matanzas River, Captain’s BBQ offers some of the best meats in town. If you want to feed the whole family at a reasonable price, but want great food, this barbecue joint is a must-try.

Barbecue fans will love their St. Louis-style smoked ribs, beef brisket plates, kielbasa plates, and smoked chicken. If you like burgers, Captain’s has you covered with their huge creations, such as the brisket burger and the spicy-sweet Mala Compra burger. You’ll also find great sandwiches, classic barbecue sides, soups, salads, desserts — there’s something for everyone at Captain’s BBQ.

These are just a few of the fantastic restaurants you’ll find overlooking the waters of Palm Beach. Take some time to explore. Whatever your cravings might be, there’s a restaurant in town that will satisfy it.

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