The Bay

The Bay is a waterfront restaurant beside the south end of the bridge carrying U.S. 331, overlooking Choctawhatchee Bay rather than Lake Powell or the Gulf of Mexico. Chef-owner Jim Shirley uses the property for lunch, dinner, weekend dining, sushi, live music, and private events. Its broad lawn, sandy bayfront area, outdoor stage, pergolas, and indoor dining spaces make it as much a gathering place as a meal stop, particularly for families and groups.

The kitchen opens at 11 each day and continues serving through 9:30 at night under the current schedule. Menu periods change: weekday lunch is served Monday through Friday until 4 p.m.; the dinner/weekend menu begins at 4 on weekdays and runs all day Saturday and Sunday; Sunday brunch is offered during the late-morning-to-early-afternoon window Guests seeking a particular sushi, brunch, lunch, or dinner item should arrive during the correct service period rather than assuming one all-day menu.

The food is described as Gulf Coast Southern cuisine with local seafood, sushi, sandwiches, salads, entrées, and a full beverage program. Pickup and delivery are available during specified hours through current ordering systems. Delivery range and fees depend on the live provider. Confirm The Bay's pricing and package details directly when those details affect the visit.

The outdoor property is a major reason to visit. Sunday Pickin’ is currently promoted from 4 to 8 p.m., and other music or events appear on the calendar. Families may use the sandy area and lawn, but children must be supervised near the bay and active restaurant pathways. Dogs may be permitted in designated outdoor areas, yet the current policy should be confirmed. Weather, insects, heat, and wind can affect waterfront seating.

The official address is 24215 Highway 331 South, Santa Rosa Beach, with phone `(850) 622-2291`. Both fields differ from the existing record, which uses an incomplete road description and `(850) 378-3117`. The restaurant can take reservation inquiries by phone, and it offers private spaces ranging from a small dining room to garden, pergola, and full-property events. Ordinary table policy should be confirmed when calling rather than described simply as “no reservations.”

The Bay is best selected when the group values waterfront space, menu variety, music, and room to linger. Confirm The Bay's reservation and access rules directly when those details affect the visit. Confirm The Bay's business type and visitor expectations directly when those details affect the visit.