Rumor has it that there is Paella (and wine! To go, if you wish) worth driving great distances for on Hwy 30A. Friends have traveled from Destin to enjoy this Paella on a Wednesday, Friday, or Sunday night.
What is Paella? A traditional Spanish rice dish with a Panhandle flair. Rice, Mussels, Shrimp, Chorizo, Chicken, Peas, and Chef Joyce’s secret blend of spices. For your convenience, order online at the Great Southern Cafe.

Important Note: Orders for each day close at noon.
Paella To Go pick-up times are between 5 – 6 p.m. on designated days in front of The Great Southern Cafe, 6.8 miles from Ebb & Flow Getaways in Seaside. Wine by the glass or a bottle to go is available for purchase to complete your meal. Trying this Paella is high on our bucket list on our next trip to Ebb & Flow.
Your future dinner, Paella, is located in Seaside Center Square in front of The Great Southern Cafe. What could be better than Paella and wine, to go or dine in?
More about Great Southern Cafe, from Chef and Owner, Jim Shirley
I believe our histories are told by the food we cook and eat. This restaurant tells the story of my history, of the great food and people I’ve met along the road. Here at Seaside, Florida, I mix my taste for international cuisines with Southern cooking and local food — fresh produce from nearby farms and fresh seafood from the Gulf of Mexico. I hope you find the flavors of my life and cooking to your liking. We’ll be looking for you.