a taste of southern hospitality with a coastal twist

Tucked along the shimmering shores of Choctawhatchee Bay, Bayside Café welcomes you with the warmth of Southern hospitality and the carefree spirit of a coastal escape. Just steps from the Bayside Inn and overlooking a resort-style pool with swaying palms and a breezy poolside bar, this inviting café is where classic comfort meets waterfront charm.

Mornings start with the kind of French toast that’ll make you rethink every breakfast you’ve ever had—thick, golden, and drizzled with just the right amount of decadence. At lunch, our vibrant salad bar takes center stage, brimming with farm-fresh ingredients, house-made dressings, and bold, refreshing flavors that make every bite a delight. And come dinnertime, our tender, slow-baked meatloaf—rich, savory, and perfectly seasoned—might just make you believe in love at first bite. WE’VE crafted a menu where every bite feels like a warm hug from your favorite Southern aunt, but with a little extra flair—because around here, we like to keep things deliciously unexpected.

Whether you're here for a hearty breakfast before a round of golf, a leisurely lunch between dips in the pool, or a laid-back dinner after a day of meetings at the Linkside Conference Center, Bayside Café is the kind of place where time slows down, the food feels like home, and the bay breeze reminds you that paradise is just outside the door.

And for those soaking up the sun poolside, Sunset Bay Café keeps the good times rolling at the poolside bar, serving up cool cocktails and tasty bites with a side of barefoot bliss.

At Bayside Café, we believe life is best served with a little Southern comfort, a splash of coastal charm, and a menu that surprises and delights at every turn. Pull up a chair, stay awhile, and let your taste buds take a well-deserved vacation.