23 of the Best Hurlburt Field Restaurants (2022 Edition)

Introduction

Welcome to Hurlburt Field, located just about 7 miles west of Fort Walton Beach, Florida. This coastal town offers many relaxing and fun recreational options, and between days at the beach you’re bound to work up an appetite. Need a jumping off point as you explore the area around Hurlburt Field? Below are a sampling of restaurants on Hurlburt Field and in the surrounding area.

If you have a specific craving, click any of the links below and it will take you straight to the information.

(1-5) Fast Food Restaurants on Hurlburt Field
(6-8) Yelp’s Top 3 Fort Walton Beach, FL Restaurants
(9-11) Tripadvisor’s Top 3 Fort Walton Beach, FL Restaurants
(12-13) Veteran-Owned Options Near Hurlburt Field
(14-18) Fast Food Restaurants Near Hurlburt Field
(19) American Restaurants Near Hurlburt Field
(20) Chinese Restaurants Near Hurlburt Field
(21) Italian Restaurants Near Hurlburt Field
(22) Mexican Restaurants Near Hurlburt Field
(23) Thai Restaurants Near Hurlburt Field

Due to ongoing coronavirus concerns, it is best to call ahead to confirm restaurant hours.

Restaurants on Hurlburt Field

On Hurlburt Field you’ll find several convenient options for a quick bite to eat.

Fast Food

1. Burger King

120 Lielmanis Ave.
Building 90223
Hurlburt Field, FL, 32544
Phone: 1 (850) 581-9111

2. Charley’s

Main Exchange Building 91012
112 Lielmanis Ave.
Hurlburt Field, FL, 32544
Phone: 1 (850) 581-6008

3. Subway

Main Exchange Building 91012
112 Lielmanis Ave.
Hurlburt Field, FL, 32544
Phone: 1 (850) 581-6008

4. Popeye’s 

Main Exchange Building 91012
112 Lielmanis Ave.
Hurlburt Field, FL, 32544
Phone: 1 (850) 581-6008

Popeye’s is temporarily closed, so be on the lookout for it to reopen sometime in the future.

5. Starbucks

Main Exchange Building 91012
114 Lielmanis Ave.
Hurlburt Field, FL, 32569
Phone: 1 (850) 581-6008

Restaurants Near Hurlburt Field

Being in Florida, Hurlburt Field offers countless terrific seafood options no matter what your preference is. But there are also plenty of other choices to satisfy just about any craving you have.

Yelp’s Top 3 Fort Walton Beach, FL Restaurants

6. The Shack – Waterfront Seafood Restaurant

104 Miracle Strip Pkwy. SW
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: 1 (850) 664-0345

Destined to be a favorite for crab lovers, The Shack invites guests to sit outside on their large deck and enjoy views of the bay. It is known for its seafood but offers alternatives such as rib-eye steak and chicken tacos.

7. Stewby’s Seafood Shanty

427 Racetrack Rd. NW
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Phone: 1 (850) 586-7001

A family-owned restaurant that has existed in some form for decades, Stewby’s specializes in fresh, local seafood. Whether you prefer fried or grilled, if you’re a seafood fan, this is the place to go. The hush puppies are a particular favorite among guests, so be sure to add an order to your meal.

8. The Craft Bar – FWB

#39 Uptown Station
99 Eglin Pkwy
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: 1 (850) 664-2548

Any beer aficionado will find something to quench their thirst at this spot that features 30 craft beer taps that are constantly rotating. The Craft also offers a large menu of half-pound burgers and a wide variety of bar snacks, such as hot chicken and a pulled-pork quesadilla.

Tripadvisor’s Top 3 Fort Walton Beach, FL Restaurants

9. Al’s Beach Club

1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy. SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: 1 (850) 226-4100

This address hosts two great Fort Walton Beach options so groups can divide and conquer their hunger. Al’s is a great beachfront classic burger joint. Its key lime pie milkshake was featured on the Travel Channel’s Food Paradise …

10. Floyd’s Shrimp House

1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy. SE.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: 1 (850) 243-2232

… Or if you’re more of a shrimp person, there’s Floyd’s, right next door. Floyd’s offers more than 15 shrimp dishes. Like Al’s, you can’t really beat the beachfront view, either.

11. Asiago’s Skillet

110 Amberjack Dr.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: 1 (850) 586-7998

Perfect for breakfast lovers, Asiago’s Skillet is known for its skillets and omelettes. But it also features breakfast staples like eggs Benedict and country-fried steak.

Veteran-Owned Options Near Hurlburt Field

12. Props Brewery & Grill

255 Miracle Strip Pkwy.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: 1 (850) 586-7117 ext. 1

Started by three Air Force veterans, Props Brewery pairs a large menu of classic, American fare with its own diverse selection of small batch brews.

13. 850 Craft Reserve

330B Mary Esther Blvd.
Mary Esther, FL 32569
Phone: 1 (850) 830-5261

850 Craft Reserve offers 12 taps, but it also boasts a selection of more than 100 to-go craft beer options.

Fast Food

14. McDonald’s 

440 Mary Esther Blvd.
Mary Esther, FL 32569
Phone: 1 (850) 244-2224

15. Sonic Drive-In

471 Mary Esther Blvd.
Mary Esther, FL 32569
Phone: 1 (850) 243-7014

16. Panera Bread

350 Mary Esther Blvd.
Mary Esther, FL 32569
Phone: 1 (850) 301-2918

17. Whataburger

23 Miracle Strip Pkwy SW
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: 1 (850) 244-9167

18. Chick-fil-A

743 Beal Pkwy NW
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Phone: 1 (850) 315-2697

American Restaurants Fort Walton Beach

19. Pallet Bar & Grill

449 Eglin Pkwy. NE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Phone: 1 (850) 863-1399

Huge sandwiches and a large tap list are the highlights here. Pallet also offers a large party room that can be reserved for up to 45 guests.

Chinese Restaurants Fort Walton Beach

20. Tokyo Express Food

99 Eglin Pkwy. NE, Ste. 22B
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: 1 (850) 243-8989

When that Chinese takeout craving hits, you can’t go wrong with Tokyo Express. The restaurant also features some Japanese options, such as teriyaki steak and hibachi chicken.

Italian Restaurants Fort Walton Beach

21. Clemenza’s

75 Eglin Pkwy., Ste. 126
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32591
Phone: 1 (850) 243-0707

A great place to try for the next Pizza Night, Clemenza’s features 18 varieties of wood-fired pizzas.

Mexican Cuisine 

22. Pepper’s Mexican Grill

1176 Eglin Pkwy.
Shalimar, FL 32579
Phone: 1 (850) 613-6970

Pepper’s has all the usual Mexican food favorites as well as some more unique options, such as a California burrito and a Philly cheesesteak-inspired chimichanga. A margarita would be great on those particularly warm Florida afternoons.

Thai Restaurants Fort Walton Beach

23. Thai Town

394 Mary Esther Cut Off NW
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: 1 (850) 863-4003

Excellent service will greet you at Thai Town, a great option when you want to satisfy the craving for pad Thai and green curry.

Conclusion

As you explore the area around Hurlburt Field, you will surely discover new favorites. Fort Walton Beach is not lacking for great dining. If you’d like to check out other options, the cities of Destin and Fort Walton Beach have put together a helpful list.

Last Updated: 10/1/2021