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30A Local Lists

Explore 30A Burgers

  • Writer: John Squiric
    John Squiric
  • Jul 24
  • 3 min read

Updated: Aug 5



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Here’s a guide to the top burger spots along Florida’s 30A scenic highway—covering everything from gourmet builds to classic beachside bites:


🍔 Crowd Favorites: Best Burgers on 30A

Papa Surf Burger Bar – Santa Rosa Beach

Co-owned by country stars like Brian Kelley and Jason Aldean, Papa Surf Burger Bar features creatively named burgers (“The Beach Cowboy,” “Burnin’ It Down”) made to order. Earns rave reviews for both their flavor and casual live‑music vibe. Frequently voted as the best burger spot on 30A.



Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar – Santa Rosa Beach

Their signature Shunk Burger is a crowd-pleaser. It combines certified Angus chuck, brisket & short rib blend, smoked bacon, cheddar, honeyed onions, tomato jam, pickles, and garlic aioli on a challah bun. Perfect with Gulf views at sunset.



Bomber Burger – The Bay (North Beach Social)

Chef Jim Shirley’s waterfront spot serves the Bomber Burger: 8 oz beef topped with caramelized onions, roasted tomato, asiago crisp and house sauces. A local favorite for its refined flavor and laid-back deck seating.



Austin Burger – Blue Mabel (Blue Mountain Beach)

An indulgent BBQ-style burger with short rib/brisket patties, sharp cheddar, fresh jalapeño, bacon, and hatch chili aioli. Great if you lean Tex‑Mex meets surfside coastal.



Brie Burger – Stinky’s Fish Camp (Dune Allen)

This funky burger features melted brie, caramelized onions, mayo, lettuce & tomato. Casual spot known for good ingredients, relaxed beach vibes, and creative flavor combos.



Double Stack Burger – Grayton Beer Brewpub (Grayton Beach)

A double beef stack with cheddar, shaved onion, pickles and classic mustard on a brioche bun. Comes with fries and the bonus of draft local brews in a chill beer garden setting.



Pimento Burger – The Craft Bar (Grand Boulevard, Miramar Beach)

Half pound grass‑fed burger with pimento cheese, thick bacon, brioche bun, and house-cut fries with spicy ketchup. Sometimes even topped with a fried egg and jalapeños—great for brunch lovers.



🧭 Locals’ Picks & Recommendations

  • Seagrove Village Market Café often surfaces in community polls as a favorite spot for burgers on 30A.


  • On local Facebook groups, Grayton Seafood Company also receives shout-outs for “best burgers” including mentions of made-to-order toppings and quality production.


Tripadvisor reviews list Shunk Gulley and other neighborhood favorites among the top burgers in Santa Rosa Beach.



📊 Quick Summary Table

Restaurant

Burger Highlight

Vibe & Notes

Papa Surf Burger Bar

Song-inspired signature burgers

Casual, fun, live-music atmosphere

Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar

Shunk Burger with gourmet toppings

Scenic waterfront views, premium blend

The Bay – Bomber Burger

Caramelized toppings + sauces

Waterfront dining, chef-driven flavors

Blue Mabel – Austin Burger

BBQ-style, short rib & brisket

Bold, smoky, zippy flavors

Stinky’s Fish Camp – Brie

Melted brie specialty burger

Beach shack vibes, inventive toppings

Grayton Beer Brewpub – Double Stack

Simple, satisfying double stack

Brewpub setting with craft beers

The Craft Bar – Pimento Burger

Pimento cheese, bacon & egg optional

Gastropub comfort with flair

✅ Best Picks by Mood

  • Most iconic/voted → Papa Surf Burger Bar

  • Gourmet + coastal view → Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar

  • Bold BBQ flavor → Austin Burger at Blue Mabel

  • Beachy and quirky → Stinky’s Fish Camp

  • Local favorite deck vibes → Bomber Burger at The Bay


💬 Local Perspective

Community forums and locals’ guides often mention:

“Seagrove Village Market Café is voted best burger on 30A.”
“Grayton Seafood Company—Best burgers, you won't regret it.” 

Disclaimer

Some content on this website was generated or assisted by artificial intelligence tools such as OpenAI's ChatGPT. All final edits and fact-checking were done by a human.


 
 
 

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