Great Southern Cafe

Name: Great Southern Cafe
Address: 83 Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, Seaside, FL, US
Telephone: (850) 752-9191
Price range: $$

Iconic Seaside restaurant by Chef Jim Shirley serving Southern classics, fresh Gulf seafood, craft cocktails, and Grits a Ya Ya on Central Square.

breakfastbrunchcocktailsfamily friendlyoutdoor seatingseafoodsoutherndog friendly+2

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83 Central Square, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

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(850) 752-9191

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thegreatsoutherncafe.com

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Great Southern Cafe is a beloved dining staple in the center of Seaside Town Square. Led by Chef Jim Shirley, the eatery blends traditional Southern comfort fare with fresh Gulf seafood and international flair. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch, and daily happy hour on the shaded outdoor patio, featuring signature dishes like Grits a Ya Ya alongside craft cocktails and fresh oysters.

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