Mobile to Panhandle Beaches

[jandn73]

We'll be taking a leisurely jaunt from New Orleans to Apalachicola, FL. next week. We've got New Orleans figured out, I think, but would love dining recommendations for anything from Mobile, AL east to Apalachicola, FL. Seafood and Barbeque especially but all ideas are welcome. "Greasy spoon" on up but nothing fancy for this trip.

Thanks!

Jim

Edited January 6, 2005 by jandn73 (log)

[Gifted Gourmet]

jandn73, welcome to the Southeast Forum and we hope you will not only enjoy your trip but will return home and share some of your insights and impressions of the food scene with us here at eGullet!

restaurants for Mobile and environs

Dining in Florida's Panhandle

With a map as well! Enjoy!

[joiei]

Do you have any idea which towns you will be staying in? or does the restaurant decisions dictate the nights rest? That is a pretty big area. And a lot of it is still recovering from Ivan, especially the Gulf Shores to Destin section.

[jandn73]

Do you have any idea which towns you will be staying in?  or does the restaurant decisions dictate the nights rest?  That is a pretty big area.  And a lot of it is still recovering from Ivan, especially the Gulf Shores to Destin section.

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We'll be staying in our motorhome in campgrounds but will have a tow vehicle to travel as we wish. The only set location is three nights in Silverhill, AL from where we will make the 25 mile trip nightly to concerts in Mobile. During the day we can head to Gulf Shores, etc. for lunch and then we should grab an early dinner on the route from Silverhill to Mobile each night. We will probably check out Lambert's Cafe in Foley just to see the "throwed rolls". We''ll also be sure to check out Wentzell's Oyster House, either in Fairhope or Mobile.

We then plan to head east along the Alabama and Panhandle beaches with 6-7 days to explore and check out all worthy recommendations!

Jim

[joiei]

In that case, try to get a spot in Grayton Beach State Park in Walton County, Florida for a day or two. Beautiful location and your close to all the best restaurants of the area. Some of the best beaches in the world. From there, Destin is not far, and Seaside and Seagrove beach will be your neighbor. Also, I have a special love for Sandor's in Seagrove and for The Lake Place in Dune Allen. Jim Richard (Re-chard) cooks probably the best gumbo I have ever tasted. Period.

When you are by Sandestin, stop in at the Kitchenique store, they can tell you where you need to go.

For a funky fun night, Picolo's and the Red Room' and its sister fun place the 3thirty1 will be a great place to pass some time.

Don't know much about PCB and beyond.

Edited January 9, 2005 by joiei (log)