Taste Tapas and Wine Bar

They food is pretty good. Obviously its a tapas place and I like food, so that’s an issue. BUT, they place is great. Brunch is great, unlimited (bottle after bottle) mimosas are awesome, and what really makes it for me are the (and excuse me for forgetting his name) guy with long blond hair. He say my chef knife tattoo and asked me about it. Having worked in many restaurants and kitchens hes a really professional. Dude knows his shit and is a person with a lot of personality.

We went to Taste and shared a number of their tapas in order to try different things. Everything was delicious and brought to the table hot and fresh. We especially liked the sautéed mussels, goat cheese empanadas, and truffle fries. Will definitely go back!

Handful of trips. Will go back. It’s distinguishably not 5star at times, but it’ll give you a fix. He lamb was not ok (for that, hit the tapas on 30a an hour away). Otherwise, this place is a chill & dependable regular option. Great surroundings & nice outside. Some of the wait staff are super sharp & on their game, they’re the reason we come back.

Came for brunch, the food was good, however from the time we ordered until we received our food was 45 mins. They were not busy. Also, the high chair we were given (no others available) did not have a working belt, so imagine the fun of keep a toddler sitting down while we waited for our food. Will not be coming back.

Brunch. Solid bottomless mimosas and brunch food.

Let me start off by saying that the staff here is super friendly and the service is lovely. So, owners/​managers, when you read this, please know that the poor review is your fault, not theirs.
The food is *terrible.* Actually bad. The meatballs were almost certainly previously frozen. The sauce was like spaghetti-​o sauce. The meat and cheese board was literally lunch meat, cheap cheese and canned olives (for $ 25). The wine was pretty bad, as well. Guys, it’s NOT hard to get decent wine for cheap enough to sell by the glass and turn a profit. The Chianti I ordered tasted like a $ 3 bottle that had been open for a week. I was *really* friendly (and quite clear) about asking for a glass of Beaujolais instead — but was still charged for the Chianti. Whatever; I wasn’t going to make a nice server’s evening shitty for $ 8.
The restaurant was only at half capacity when we came in (6pm on a Saturday). Now, I’ve been a server so I totally get why the hostess didn’t want us to sit in the section we wanted to sit in (it was a slightly fuller section), but it was literally the table NEXT to where we sat (It had better seats and wasn’t under a vent). Guys, this is not hard. You move servers’ section borders slightly according to preference and capacity. Everyone wins.
Also, don’t say you have knowledgable servers and then not tell your servers anything about the wines you have on tap. «Where is the Pinot from?» Is not a question the server should have to go check on.
Overall, this establishment is an insult to diners. It literally felt like whomever opened this place was like «oh, tapas and wine is popular! We can charge a big markup for crappy wine and substandard food and these idiots will never know the difference because TAPAS WINE BAR!» Seriously? Screw you; I want my $ 60 back.

A «must do» if you visit Ft Walton Beach. Amazing tapas, great wine selection PLUS a full bar, and wonderful ambiance. Fantastic!

Had such a great time. We hope we found our regular spot while in Ft Walton. Make sure you try the empanadas!!!

Couldn’t wait to try this new place out. We went during happy hour and got some good deals on drinks. The lamb lollypops were tasty, but mostly crust. I expect more meat for $ 12. We also ordered the chefs selection meat & cheese board. It was as expected but again, a little pricey at $ 25. The staff was very informative and attentive and we will go back to try some other selections.

Food was good. The mussels were really good! The scallops were really good too! Lamb was okay and shrimp and grits were mediocre. I’m still hungry though lol