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Where to Eat: Best Restaurants & Beach Bars Near Treasure Island

Eating on the Gulf Coast is refreshingly simple: fresh seafood, water views and a cold drink at sunset. Around Treasure Island, Sunset Beach and John's Pass, here's how to eat like a local.

Seafood at John's Pass

The waterfront restaurants at John's Pass are the go-to for fresh Gulf seafood — grouper, shrimp and oysters straight off the boats — with docks that fill up at sunset. It's the reliable choice when you want water views with your dinner.

Beach bars & live music

For toes-in-the-sand casual, Caddy's on Sunset Beach is a local institution: burgers, seafood, cold drinks and live music right on the beach. It's the kind of place where lunch turns into sunset without you noticing.

Cook in — with local catch

One of the perks of a home over a hotel is your own kitchen. Pick up fresh seafood and Florida produce, fire up the grill on your deck, and enjoy dinner with a water view. Ask our team for the nearest markets and seafood shops.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best seafood near Treasure Island?+

The waterfront restaurants at John's Pass Village in Madeira Beach are the local favorite for fresh Gulf grouper, shrimp and oysters, with sunset views over the water.

Is there a good beach bar on Sunset Beach?+

Yes — Caddy's on Sunset Beach is a well-known local spot right on the sand, with casual food, drinks and live music.

Do SEASALT homes have kitchens?+

Yes. Every home has a full kitchen, and many have outdoor grills and decks — perfect for cooking fresh local seafood with a water view.

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