February 21, 2025Beach Days Are Better with Your Pup
Sure, we love a lazy day soaking up the sun, but watching your dog sprint joyfully at the beach with you? Sounds like a highlight! If your dog is an adventurer at heart, take them to a park!
Dog-Friendly Parks
- Grayton Beach State Park – For a more local experience, Grayton Beach is another great option—just make sure your furry friend has the required tag. Timing is everything: pups can visit between 6 PM and 8 AM during Daylight Savings and 3 PM to 9 AM during Standard Time. 357 Main Park Road, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
- Alaqua Unleashed Dog Park: A secured, off-leash dog park on J.D. Miller Road 342 J D Miller Rd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
- Conservation Park – Conservation Park in Panama City Beach is a dream come true. With 24 miles of trails ranging from quick one-mile strolls to full-blown 11-mile treks, there’s a path for every skill level. Just remember, leashes are a must, and your pup can roam freely on the left side of the pier (when facing Front Beach Road).
Dine With Your Doggo
Good food and great company? That should include your dog, too! Here are some fantastic spots where your pup is just as welcome as you are as long as they are on a leash:
Dog-Friendly Restaurants by Beach Town
30Avenue/Inlet Beach
- Outpost, Amici, 30A Burger – 12805 US HWY 98 EAST, thirtyavenue.com
- Shades Bar & Grill – 10952 E County Hwy 30A, shades30a.com
Rosemary Beach
- Paradis – 82 S Barrett Square, restaurantparadis.com
- Cowgirl Kitchen – 54 Main St, cowgirlkitchen.com
- La Crema – 38 Main St, lacrematapas.com
- Amavida Coffee – 104 N Barrett Square, amavida.com
- Summer Kitchen Café – 78 Main St, thesummerkitchencafe.com
Seacrest
- La Cocina – 10343 E County Hwy 30A, lacocina30a.com
- Peddler’s Pub – 10343 E County Hwy 30A
Alys Beach
- George’s at Alys Beach – 30 Castle Harbour Dr, georgesatalysbeach.com
- Neat – 147 West La Garza Lane, alysbeach.com/dining/neat/
- Fonville Press – alysbeach.com/dining/fonville
WaterSound Beach
- The Hub – 24 Hub Lane, hub30a.com
- Bruno’s Pizza – 6652 E County Hwy 30A, brunospizza30a.com
Seagrove Beach
- Old Florida Fish House – 33 Heron’s Watch Way, oldfloridafishhouse.com
- Steamboat Grill – 4935 E County Hwy 30A, steamboatgrill30a.com
- The Perfect Pig – 4281 E County Hwy 30A #30A, theperfectpig.com
- Surfing Deer – 2743 E County Hwy 30A, surfingdeer.com
- Seagrove Village Market – 2976 S County Hwy 395, seagrovevillagemarket.com
Seaside/WaterColor
- Airstream Row – Barefoot BBQ, Frost Bites, The Melt Down on 30A, Raw & Juicy, Wild Bill’s Beach Dogs, Five Daughters
- Great Southern Café – 83 Central Square, thegreatsoutherncafe.com
- Amavida Coffee – 2236 E County Hwy 30A, amavida.com
- Bud & Alley’s – 2236 East Co Hwy 30A, budandalleys.com
- Pickle’s – 2236 E County Hwy 30A
- The Wine Bar – 1735 E County Hwy 30A, thewinebarfl.com
Grayton Beach
Grayton Beach’s unofficial motto says it all: “Nice Dogs, Friendly Folks.” Pups are family here, and the local businesses reflect that sentiment.
- Grayton Seafood Company – 50 Uptown Grayton Cir #1, graytonseafood.com
- The Red Bar – 70 Hotz Ave, theredbar.com
- Chanticleer Eatery – 55 Clayton Ln, chanticleereatery.com
- AJ’s of Grayton Beach – 63 Defuniak St, ajsgrayton.com
- Chiringo – 63 Hotz Ave, chiringograyton.com
- Black Bear Bread Company – 26 Logan Ln Unit G, blackbearbreadco.com
- Pickle Factory – 38 Clayton Ln, picklepizza.com
- Grayton Beer Brewpub – 170 E County Hwy 30A, graytonbeer.com/brewpub/
Blue Mountain Beach
- Red Fish Village – Red Fish Taco & Trebeache, 2052 W County Hwy 30A
- Redd’s Fueling Station – 2320 W County Hwy 30A, reddsfuel.com
- Local Catch – 3711 W County Hwy 30A, localcatch30a.com
- Basmati’s – 3295 W County Hwy 30A, basmatisthirtya.com
- Blue Mabel – New drive-thru restaurant with patio seating
- Goatfeather’s – 3865 W County Hwy 30A, goatfeathersseafood.com
- Johnny McTighe’s Irish Pub – 2298 W County Hwy 30A, johnnymctigheirishpub.com
Santa Rosa Beach/Gulf Place
- The Bay Restaurant – 24215 Hwy. 331, baysouthwalton.com
- The Perfect Pig – 7 Town Center Loop C11, theperfectpig.com
- Shunk Gulley – 1875 S Co Hwy 393, shunkgulley.com
- La Playa – 37 Town Center Loop C8, laplaya30-a.com
- Pizza by the Sea – 95 Laura Hamilton Blvd, pizzabythesea.com
Retail Therapy for Rover – Dog-Friendly Shopping
Dogs like to shop, too! So why not take them with you.
- Doggy Bag in Destin – 34904 Emerald Coast Parkway – where you’ll find everything from gourmet treats to adorable doggy apparel. Because why shouldn’t your pup get a vacation souvenir?
- Pier Park – 600 Pier Park Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32413 – Where you can shop with a wagging tail.
Farmers’ Markets & Furry Friends
Fresh air, fresh produce, and fresh treats for your best buddy? Sounds like the perfect way to start the weekend. Expect wagging tails and maybe even a few puppy treats from the friendly staff!
- Seaside Farmers Market –2235 E County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459- Saturdays 9 am -1 pm
- Rosemary Farmers Market – 28 N Barrett Square, Rosemary Beach, FL 32413 Sundays 9 am -1 pm
Doggie Daycare
You can enjoy the sun while your dog has fun! Services offered: Dog Boarding, Dog Sitting, Dog Walking.
- What’s Up Dog – Contact info: (850) 420-2894 – 180 Lynn Drive, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
- 30A Pet Care – Contact info: (732) 754-3111
Get To Planning Your Pet-Friendly Getaway
With so many places catering to your canine companion, 30A is the perfect destination for pet lovers. Whether you’re splashing in the waves, exploring scenic trails, or enjoying an al fresco meal, there’s no shortage of fun for both you and your furry friend. So pack up the treats, grab the leash, and get ready for a tail-wagging adventure along the beautiful Gulf Coast! Check out our 30A pet-friendly vacation rentals so you can bring them right along.
