Greetings
FROM
FLORIDA!
Unforgettable Eateries
DINE IN MEXICO BEACH, FL
Mexico Beach, Florida, just 40 minutes east of Panama City Beach, offers the same white-sand beaches
and clear waters without the crowds and overdevelopment. You’ll meet many friendly locals who are
happy share their gorgeous, uncluttered beaches and
related treasures, including fantastic cuisine.
A lucky fishing destination, Mexico Beach lures many
seafood lovers, with Toucan’s restaurant sitting directly on the beach for wide-open views of the Gulf
of Mexico. Making the most of the location, the family-friendly eatery and Tiki Bar boast an island vibe
and dress code to match.
Another to-die-for seafood establishment is the aptly named Killer Seafood. Although the Killer Seafood
brand is expanding, don’t count on the restaurant getting bigger (the capacity remains at forty seats) or any
fancier (signed dollar bills add character to the rustic
walls and ceiling).
For a taste of Old Florida, you’ll want to visit the Fish
House, a fixture in Mexico Beach since the 1970s. The
gumbo is a winner in the true sense, having placed in
the annual Mexico Beach Gumbo Cook-Off many times.
You can also find extraordinary wings here, thanks to
Mango Marley’s. Count on an expansive menu and a
game day atmosphere perfect for football season. All
items are freshly prepared and cooked to order.
For breakfast, find a seat in Sharon’s Café, where every item is cooked to order. A favorite is the Western
hash brown omelet with onions, tomato, peppers,
and cheese, all folded into scrumptious hash browns.
Needing a cup of Joe? Stop by Caribbean Coffee or
Graba Java, each serving fresh-brewed coffees, warm
pastries, and more.
Mexico Beach has an abundance of sultry flavors to
offer from restaurants catering to every palate. Grab
some company and come enjoy the many tastes of
The Unforgettable Coast®!
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FoodTraveler l Winter 2016