Julie’s Southern Joy

About

Southern, Desserts, Soul Food

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    Yelp rating
    4 stars

Location

Adress: 258 NE Eglin Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

Phone: (850) 226-7881

Work Hours

Mon 10:30 am-7:00 pm
Tue 10:30 am-7:00 pm
Wed 10:30 am-7:00 pm
Thu 10:30 am-7:00 pm
Fri 10:30 am-8:00 pm
Sat 7:30 am-1:00 pm
Sun 7:30 am-3:00 pm

Business info

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    Health Score
    Pass
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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Parking
    Private Lot
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    Wheelchair Accessible
    Yes
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    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Alcohol
    Beer & Wine Only
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    Waiter Service
    Yes
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    Caters
    Yes

Reviews

  • Jim M.

    star star star star star 22 September 2026

    With apologies to my sainted granny, this place is simply the best southern cooking I've ever had, period. Everything I have put in my mouth from this place has been incredible! Thus far, Julie's "famous fried chicken" (there's a reason for that), the bourbon BBQ bacon meatloaf sandwich, green beans, collards, mac & cheese (melts in your mouth!), and OMG the pecan praline bread pudding. And the biscuits are phenomenal.

    The service is superb from very friendly staff; that is actually part of our experience, visiting with these great folks. THE go-to lunch place in Fort Walton Beach!

  • Christopher E.

    star star star star star 18 September 2026

    I really enjoyed this experience. The ladies that work here really do have some southern class. You're not gonna find a place like this to eat breakfast here in Fort Walton Beach. I highly recommend coming to this well priced, clean and brightly colored restaurant. It is very obvious that this is the real southern deal one you walk in. This location has 2 dining areas. One area is separate for a group of 40+, and the main area can seat 50+. The food was so just as expected. I grabbed 2 sandwiches to go for my 8 hour drive back to SC. Thanks Julie (owner) wherever you are. You are doing it right! The background music is perfect!

  • Courtney L.

    star star star star star 9 September 2026

    I am just blown away from this place - my son and I have loved everything we have tried ... the staff is so friendly , cute decor  and don't get me started on the desserts

  • Melissa E.

    star star star star_border star_border 2 September 2026

    This Is Some Amazing Southern cooking , The Service was Amazing & The Chicken was very Delicious, I would of given it 5 stars but Super disappointed with The mac & Cheese ! It was sour & Just not What I was expecting! But I do recommend it !

  • Dreuge D.

    star star star star star 26 August 2026

    Great breakfast!!!! I am surprised that this place does not come up under the "breakfast" search for Yelp.    I have tried most all in FWB, and this place is the my new favorite.    Service was wonderful. Food is great. Price is very affordable.  The amount of food was ridiculous. I over ate because it was so good.   We had the eggs beni cheese grits and the breakfast pile up. See picts. We will be back  and back and back.....      oh yea , coffee was great too

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