Hilton Garden Inn Ft Walton
What restaurants and bars are walkable from the Hilton?
Good question. The Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach (on Okaloosa Island) has a few on-site dining/drink options, and there are several good restaurants and bars within walking distance or a short stroll. Here’s a breakdown:
On-site / At the Hotel
- Garden Grille — This is the hotel’s main restaurant. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Gilligan’s Tiki Bar — Located on the property, with a fun beachy menu (burgers, nachos, seafood) and tropical cocktails.
- Indoor Bar / Lounge — The hotel has an indoor bar / lounge area, so you don’t need to leave the property for a drink.
Nearby Restaurants & Bars (Walking Distance)
Just off the hotel, especially around the Okaloosa Island Boardwalk / Pier area, there are several local spots worth walking to:
- Angler’s Beachside Bar & Grill — Located right on the Okaloosa Island Pier. Great for seafood, beach views, and a full bar.
- The Gulf — A very cool, laid-back waterfront restaurant / bar with a creative menu, cocktails, and live music.
- The Boardwalk Restaurants — The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island is a public beach-access area with several dining options:
- The Crab Trap
- Rockin’ Tacos
- Floyd’s Shrimp House
- Al’s Beach Club & Burger Bar
- The Shack (Waterfront / Marina) — Located a bit further but still walkable for many. Great seafood, a marina setting, and a full bar.
Other Notes / Tips
- Because the hotel is right on the beach, with a lazy river and tiki bar, it’s very easy to spend part of your evening just relaxing with a drink without heading out.
- If you want a more “local nightlife / bar crawl,” heading toward downtown Fort Walton Beach (over the bridge) gives more options like craft beer spots and more restaurants.
- Ask the hotel concierge / front desk for current happy hours or recommendations — locals’ favorites change, and they’ll know what's good and nearby.
Summary
Yes — there are several very good, walkable options for food and drink around the Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach. You’ve got the hotel’s own restaurant and tiki bar, plus nearby island-style restaurants and bars just steps away. Whether you want a relaxed beach cocktail, casual seafood dinner, or something more lively, there’s a nice variety close by.
