It wouldn’t be a trip to St. George Island without indulging in fresh, local seafood. From succulent shrimp, clams, and oysters to mouthwatering mahi, grouper, and flounder, you simply can’t beat boat to table dining.
There are a few ways to enjoy fresh seafood during your stay in St. George. First, you can try your hand at bringing home dinner by enjoying an afternoon of fishing. Options include leisurely fishing off local fishing piers and from the beach or more adventurous fishing through a charter company.
If catching your own dinner seems like too much work for a vacation, St. George is also home to several fantastic local restaurants where you can get your fill of various local catches. Or, take the middle road and snag a fresh catch at a local seafood market and prepare dinner from the comfort of your vacation rental.
If the latter sounds like the perfect night in, check out these St. George Island seafood markets that are sure to please your palate.
Dail’s Seafood
E Gulf Beach Dr, St George Island, FL 32328 | (850) 323-2514
Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Daily (closed Thursdays)
Conveniently located right on St. George Island, Dail’s has been family owned and operated for five generations and counting. Customers rave about the fresh, local shrimp, the handmade crab cakes, and Dali’s famous fish dip.
Doug’s Seafood
St George Island, FL 32328
Hours: 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Daily
Another great nearby option for St. George Island guests, Doug features all of the essential seafood selections, including shrimp, oysters, scallops, snapper, grouper, and much more. Doug has been providing the island with fresh seafood for 25 years with no end in sight!
Lynn’s Quality Oysters
402 US-98, Eastpoint, FL 32328 | (850) 670-8796
Hours: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m., Daily
Located just over the bridge in Eastpoint, Lynn’s is a fast and convenient spot to stock up on fresh essentials on your way to St. George Island. The charming seafood market features locally sourced shrimp, crab, seasonal fish filets, and oysters—of course! And, Lynn’s features several grocery items to compliment your meal.
13 Mile Seafood Market
227 Water St, Apalachicola, FL 32320 | (850) 653-1399
Hours: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday – Saturday
Scenically situated along the Apalachicola River, 13 Mile Seafood is the perfect spot to grab a fresh catch while visiting St. George Island’s neighboring town. The spacious market has a stellar reputation for featuring fresh fish, including grouper, flounder, mahi, and sushi grade tuna—to name just a few.
Allen’s Seafood
462 US-98, Apalachicola, FL 32320 | (850) 653-9882
Hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday
Conveniently located right along Highway 98 in Apalachicola, Allen’s Seafood is the perfect place to stock up on your seafood needs on the way into St. George Island. This local purveyor is always well stocked with shrimp, oysters, and various fish varieties.
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After you’ve secured your fresh catch, get everything else you need for the perfect seafood feast at one of these St. George Island grocery stores. A few ingredients and a bottle of wine and you’re all set!
