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Down Island is one of our area’s few chef-owned and family-operated restaurants. It is the brainchild of Chef Brannon Janca, co-founder of Stinky’s Fish Camp. Down Island combines Chef Janca’s passion for modern-casual dining and Gulf South cuisine to create a fun, creative and inviting atmosphere. Our menu features elevated regional favorites, including wood-fired seafood and raw bar selections. Chef Janca’s wife is also a dietitian, so one can expect plenty of options for non-seafood lovers and accommodations for those with special diets and allergies, as well.
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Address: 2780 US-98, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
Phone: (850) 777-3385
Website: https://downislandsrb.com/
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Down Island | Gulf Seafood Restaurant
A Chef Brannon Janca Restaurant – OPEN DAILY 5pm to 10pm – Santa Rosa Beach, Florida – 32459 – 30A. We are a first come, first served restaurant.
Down Island Gulf Seafood Restaurant | Santa Rosa Beach FL
Down Island is all about thoughtful plates, fresh coastal ingredients, and a good drink in your hand. Dinner that feels a little special, but relaxed enough to …
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Capt Wendi Townsend
Amazing food and great staff! This was my first time and I was impressed as soon as I entered, very welcoming, comfortable atmosphere and best of all… the friendly staff. I tried a local beer, served in ice cold glass. The shrimp po boy was fantastic and the leek, crab soup was surprisingly delicious. Excited to try the dinner menu next time! Thanks for a great first experience!
… moreJoel Sommer
An amazing seafood restaurant. I had oysters Rockefeller as my appetizer, I then had the fish of the day, blackened red grouper which was fantastic. Both of my boys each had crab legs, my daughter had a salad and my wife had a dozen oysters and ceviche. It was not a cheap dinner, but everyone was happy with everything.
… moreMelissa R
Went for Sunday brunch during off-season. Not very crowded when we arrived at 1030. Server was attentive and did a good job. Brunch menu had a nice variety, ordered the crawfish omelette which was really good. Tasted my son’s cinnamon roll pancakes which were also really good and the salad with shrimp and oysters was also really good. Would recommend.
… moreZoë Collum
Absolutely fantastic. I cannot rave about this place enough. My boyfriend and I are huge foodies. This restaurant hit every mark for us and then some. The only mistake we made was coming here on our first night of a 7 day vacation because no other restaurant could live up to this. We made sure our last dinner was here also. The live music on Friday was absolutely fantastic. Service was fantastic. Food was better than the Food Network Chef’s can produce in our area. Drinks 11/10. I will recommend this place to anyone coming to the area. So looking forward to our return!
… moreKimberley Sabens
Down Island is truly one of Santa Rosa Beach’s gems. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the heartbeat of the place. Founded by Chef Janca and his wife Stefani, this chef-owned eatery delivers elevated Southern Gulf favorites in a relaxed, seafood-centric setting that somehow feels both special and completely welcoming.
Chef Janca’s passion for food and hospitality is still present in every dish. While his passing is deeply felt, his legacy lives on through Stefani, who continues to run the restaurant with the same warmth, care, and commitment to quality. The flavors are fresh, thoughtful, and beautifully executed, and the atmosphere makes you want to linger a little longer. It’s loud because people are enjoying themselves and joyful.
This is more than just a great seafood restaurant. It’s a place built on love, resilience, and genuine hospitality. Supporting Down Island feels like supporting family, and every visit reminds you why local, chef-driven restaurants matter so much. Five stars, every time, hands down, without hesitation.
… moreChef Janca’s passion for food and hospitality is still present in every dish. While his passing is deeply felt, his legacy lives on through Stefani, who continues to run the restaurant with the same warmth, care, and commitment to quality. The flavors are fresh, thoughtful, and beautifully executed, and the atmosphere makes you want to linger a little longer. It’s loud because people are enjoying themselves and joyful.
This is more than just a great seafood restaurant. It’s a place built on love, resilience, and genuine hospitality. Supporting Down Island feels like supporting family, and every visit reminds you why local, chef-driven restaurants matter so much. Five stars, every time, hands down, without hesitation.
Jane Burt
Location sucks! Hard to get in and out of across a highway but keeps you away from the super busy area; food was great! A bit pricey, but it was really good food and service!
… moreCasey Bryant
Cade was incredible and the food was . Triple-tail, pork belly oysters, fried pickles, and the kids loved the fried fish! Topped it off with a blueberry/blackberry homemade pie.
Thanks again!
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Rachel Layton Smith
After dining in 30A for years, we found this place by accident. There’s another seafood place not too far that’s super popular but has gone down hill in both service and food so we decided to switch it up and we were blown away. Not only was the pricing competitive, the service was outstanding. We loved that this is a local business and will absolutely make this a required stop during our next stay in 30A!
… morekaren lochemes (Kay)
Local here and finally tried DI…. Hate that I’ve waited so long! This place is a jewel and the food is superb! Not pretentious like so many on 30a. This isn’t just food it’s crafted cuisine with wonderful service to match. After having dinner with guests on an open air space in Dune Allen (cough cough) last night… we spent far less at DI and it was more than gumbo and grouper sandwiches and a couple of beer. Don’t miss this; I will def be back and often. My new go to place to take guests!❤️
… moreJeremy Morse
Great food! Perfect place for a family dinner while in vacation. It wasn’t as busy as some places during the summer which is surprising because it was so good. It was perfect. We enjoyed everything.
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