Runaway Island Beach Bar & Grill in Panama City Beach, Florida, has fantastic Gulf views, a really good menu, and great service.
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Runaway Island
Runaway Island Beach Bar & Grill is a great Panama City Beach waterfront restaurant the entire family will enjoy.
One really nice thing is you can book a reservation online and know that you have a table ready for you.
The restaurant is located right on the gorgeous white sand beach that PCB is known for. You can walk down the short walkway by the sunset bell and be on the beach after your meal.
Indoor Seating
The indoor seating still has a nice Gulf View over the patio with comfortable tables and chairs along with a long padded booth waith tables and chairs.
This is an excellent option on a hot Florida Gulf Coast afternoon when you need a break from the sun and want to enjoy a blast of air conditioning.
Outdoor Seating
There are a couple of options for outdoor seating at Runaway Island. They have a covered seating area with tables and chairs along with taller benches and tables with views out over the Gulf.
They have an uncovered deck area with tall benches and tables that have unobstructed views of the white sand beach.
Runaway Island Menu
Runaway Islands Menu is filled with options, including seafood, burgers, and chicken dishes. The salads are delicious and perfect for anyone looking for a vegetarian or vegan meal.
The kids' menu has multiple choices, so even the pickiest of eaters can find something to enjoy.
Menu Highlights
Appetizers - Baja rolls, crab cakes, Caribbean chicken wings, Garlic cheese curds, Old Bay Shrimp, Creamy Rockefeller spinach dip, Calamari, Fried Pickles, and Smoked Tuna Dip.
Soups & Salads - Runaway Salad, Caesar, House, Boudreaux's Gumbo, and the Sunset Salad.
Bowls - Teriyaki bowl, Pesto salmon bowl, and Lobster ravioli.
Oysters - Rockafellar, Who Dat, Cheese, and Raw oysters
Bun and Basket - The Wilson Half-pound burger, Ismoraada Basket (fish, shrimp, and hushpuppies), St. Joe Shrimp Basket, Chicken Basket, Beer-battered fish, Popcorn shrimp, chicken sandwich, and grouper sandwich
Fish Tacos - Blackened mahi tacos, shrimp tacos, Runaway tacos (blackened fish), and Baja Tacos (Fried fish or blackened chicken). Served on flour tortillas, with your choice of sides (seasoned fries, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, red beans & rice, or steamed broccoli).
Entrees - Runaway grouper, Alaskan snow crab, Hawaiian NY Strip, Parmesan flounder, Caribbean Chicken Dinner, St. Charles Redfish, Big Kahuna Platter, Fresh Market Catch.
Dessert - Dream Pie, Key Lime Pie, Triple Chocolate Cake
Kids Menu - Chicken tenders, burger, popcorn shrimp, fried fish, or grilled cheese served with fries
Gluten-Free - Lots of seafood options along with salads, steak, and chicken
Vegan - The salads are easy to adapt to be vegan
Vegetarian - I had a fantastic Sunset salad filled with local greens, orange slices, dried cranberries served with a honey soy vinaigrette.
They also have a house salad, and the Runaway Salad just leave off the bacon.
Runaway Salad - Seasonal greens, goat cheese, sliced almonds, fresh berries, and house-made sweet onion vinaigrette (bacon removed).
Signature Cocktails - Lots of great beach drinks!
Why you will love Runaway Island
- Perfect spot to watch sunset
- Favorite of locals and visitors
- They can host a beach wedding and reception
Things to know when planning a visit to Runaway Island PCB
Address - 14521 Front Beach Rd., Panama City Beach, Florida
Phone - 850-634-4884
Hours
Monday: 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Tuesday: 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Wednesday: 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Thursday: 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Friday: 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
Sunday: 11:00 am to 9:00 pm
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.
Reservations - Reservations can be made online using Bentobox on the Runaway Island website
Accessibility - The main portion of the restaurant is on one level. There are stairs down to the beach and the outdoor uncovered deck.
Plus Size Seating - They have comfortable chairs without arms available along with bench seating which is going to depend on your comfort level.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Beach Casual
Pets -
Parking - There is parking next to the restaurant.
Panama City Beach Restaurants and Attractions nearby
Swampy Jack's Wongo Adventure - Great outdoor amusement park that the entire family will enjoy.
Camp Helen State Park - protects one of the largest coastal dune lakes in Florida. This day use park offers great trails, beach access, along with freshwater and saltwater fishing.
Man in the Sea Museum - learn about the history of diving and step inside a submersible.
Pink Pelican Ice Cream - Great local ice cream shop with fantastic flavors.
Panama City Beach Tours
Dolphin Cruises - Head out on the water looking for Bottlenose dolphins and other marine wildlife on these great tours. Book tours HERE
Shell Island Tours - One of the most popular adventures in PCB! Head out to Shell Island and enjoy this tropical island. Book tours HERE
Helicopter Tours - Check out the crystal blue water, attractions and beach from the air on a great helicopter tour. Book tours HERE
Deep Sea Fishing Charters - Enjoy some of the world's best fishing! Book tours HERE
Sunset Cruises - One of our favorite things to do in PCB is enjoy a sunset cruise. The sunsets over the water are truly amazing. Book tours HERE
Click HERE to see all of the top rated tours and activities in Panama City Beach.
Panama City Beach Lodging
If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations. We have stayed at each of these lodging options:
Margaritaville Beach Cottage Resort - Book your Margaritaville Beach Cottage Resort stay here.
Use code GCJ for a discount on stays with a minimum of 3 nights for Surf Bungalows and 4 nights for Resort Cottages.
Springhill Suites Panama City Beach Beachfront: Enjoy epic views of the Gulf of Mexico, an unbelievable pool with a lazy river, and easy beach access.
Marriotts Legends Edge at Bay Point: Stay in a gorgeous two-bedroom condo with a full kitchen, living room, and two bathrooms.
Townplace Suites Pier Park - Great hotel with kitchens, and living space to enjoy on your trip.
The map below shows the current hotels and vacation rentals available in the area. You can select the dates you are visiting to see current availability.
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