Restaurants
Many of our restaurants feature fresh local seafood.
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Blue Parrot Oceanfront Cafe
Half Shell Dockside

The View at St. Joe Bay
Hours
4-9 PM Eastern Monday through Thursday 4-10 PM Eastern Friday and Saturday Closed SundayHappy Hour
$2 off all Sharable Plates and Drinks when you dine on the Rooftop 4 PM to 6 PM Eastern Monday through FridayLadies Night Every Thursday
Happy Hour deals all night long and half-priced assorted appetizers 6 PM to 9 PM Eastern on the RooftopDate Night Every Thursday
Half-priced bottles of wine and a free appetizer when you dine with your love downstairsCatering
We prepare a deluxe seafood boil and deliver right to your door fresh and hot! Select your favorite seafoods and savory sides, choose your sauce, and spice it up. Then get crackin'!Weddings and Private Events
Whether it's an intimate dinner party, a dream wedding on the beach, or a lively holiday celebration, we've got you covered. Let's turn your vision into an unforgettable reality.Lynn’s Quality Oysters, Inc.
Captain’s Corner Store

Up To No Good Tavern at the Grill

Adventure Island Ice Cream

King of Pops

Old Time Soda Fountain
Indian Pass Raw Bar

The Owl Cafe
Join us on Thanksgiving! Give thanks with Family and Friends in a historic setting at the Owl Café. Enjoy a thoughtfully plated classic Thanksgiving meal with your choice of Starter, Main, Sides & Dessert.
Events — Owl Café + The Tap RoomDave’s Dawg House
Your Table! Your Chef!
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The Franklin
The Franklin is a upscale casual dining experience with a southern flare located in the heart of Apalachicola inside the historic Gibson Inn. Welcoming all! We used to only be open for dinner but our hours have expanded tremendously. You can get a taste of The Franklin for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We offer indoor and outdoor seating.
Franklin Café & Parlor Bar Hours* Open Daily | 8am-9pm Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
*Parlor Bar open until 10pm Friday and Saturday.
Happy Hour: 3pm-5pm Breakfast: 8am-11am Lunch: 11am-5pm Dinner: 5pm-9pm
You can find copies of our menu’s on Facebook, Google, trip advisor, and our website www.thefranklincafe.com
We encourage our guest to leave reviews based off their dining experience with us.
Also to follow us on our social media to keep updated on any changes with The Franklin.
Find us on Facebook: The Franklin at the Gibson
Instagram: thefranklinatthegibson
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Hole in the Wall Oyster Bar
Lou’s Bar & Eatery
Bayside Coffee Co.

Paddy’s Raw Bar
Market Street Nutrition
Donkeys Bar & Grill
Mango Mike’s Sports Bar & Grill
Crave Food Truck

El Corozal International Mini-Market
The Owl Tap Room
The Beach Pit
Pollywhogs
Burger King

Harry A’s
Up the Creek Raw Bar
El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant

Cafe Con Leche
FatDaddy’s Smokehouse & Grill

Apalachicola Chocolate & Coffee Company

Crooked River Grill at St. James Bay
The Food Truck- SGI
The Station Raw Bar

Tamara’s On the Go

Eastpoint Beer Company

Dolores’ Sweet Shoppe
LongBill’s on Cape San Blas

The Mellow Mullet
Joe Mama’s Wood Fired Kitchen

The Smokehouse on Cape San Blas

Izzy’s Cafe

Family Coastal Restaurant – Eastpoint-Sumatra-Wakulla
Posey’s Restaurant
