Long wait, and I do mean long. Food mediocre at best, gumbo was so slimy from so much okra, I got 3 pieces of sausage sliced as thin as a penny and 1 whole shrimp, and lots of okra! Okra gumbo(I had taken so much of the okra out of the bowl already in the photo) MIL fish wasn't cooked thoroughly. Daughters burger was good. Server was wonderful and the atmosphere is cool.
Dusty's Oyster Bar
About this place
Find Dusty's Oyster Bar in Panama City Beach (Florida) when you want a kitchen that still feels human. From the door you notice ocean air nearby, then a family-friendly room settles in as you sit.
If you only remember three names, make them oyster, shrimp, and the kitchen's daily strengths. Expect clean flavors from nearby waters when the board shows fish. Everything else is supporting cast.
Guests tend to linger. That is a feature: conversations stretch, plates get passed, and nobody rushes the check. Weeknights usually run quieter than weekends. The listing address is 16450 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32413.
Come for oyster, stay because Dusty's Oyster Bar treats Panama City Beach guests like neighbors rather than tickets.
Guests often mention the ocean views as part of why they linger. Double-check details before you go - kitchens change, and Platefolk prefers honest updates over frozen claims.
What we value here is consistency: a kitchen that repeats its strengths, a room that does not treat guests like tickets, and a Dusty's Oyster Bar visit that still feels worth the trip across town. Bring curiosity, order something the staff recommends, and leave a short note afterward so the next diner arrives wiser.
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Was recommended to eat here by a local after having a bad experience from another restaurant. Roxanne helped us and was very attentive and nice. Sat at the bar.You definitely can't go wrong with the grilled Grouper! It was the bomb! Tons of flavor cooked perfectly! Had a whole filet! Not a tiny quarter or 3rd of a piece. Thanks Rob! We know to come here again!
Great food, great oysters, and cheap pitchers of cold beer! Went here with my parents and everything was delicious and the atmosphere is really nice and laid back!!! Will be back for sure! The fried food was good and not greasy and the oysters were fresh and flavorful!
We first visited this restaurant eight years ago and absolutely loved it. Returning now with our three kids, we were thrilled to find that it’s still just as amazing! The food was incredibly delicious, and our kids couldn’t get enough of it. They were especially captivated by the restaurant’s unique decor and ambiance—it truly added to the fun of our meal. The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home. We had a fantastic time and are already looking forward to our next visit!
Tried Dustys Baked oysters and were very tasty! Also ordered 1/2 pound crab legs and great prices.
Want seafood in PCB, go to Dusty’s. Have your pup, even better because they have outdoor seating with a water view. Our server Connor provided top shelf service and the food was delicious!😋
The decor is unique, and I was amazed when I walked in. The raw oysters are excellent, and the clam chowder is delicious; the other food items are just okay. It seems they try to keep things fresh, which may explain why some of the seasoning and batter aren't as flavorful. Nevertheless, the staff and waitresses are friendly and accommodating.
Everything was FANTASTIC!!! We hit it at the right time, no wait for a table and they were packed!! The food was excellent. The service was great. Highly recommended for AMAZING raw or baked or fried oysters. All the seafood was FABULOUS and cooked to perfection!!! The raw oysters were some of the biggest and best tasting I've had in my 54 years of eating oysters as a native of PCB 😉🤩
We went there for the first time last week. The service overall was amazing! My boyfriend had a burger that he very much enjoyed, I had fried calamari appetizer which was delicious and then the scallops platter. The scallops were amazing, great flavor cooked perfectly! Presentation hands down looked amazing! Will be back for sure. Oh and bring doller bills to decorate lol so cool!
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