Borago Restaurant

4.5 ( 397 reviews )
Checking... 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$50–100
80 E County Hwy 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459, United States
+1 850-213-4156
Borago Restaurant, nestled in the picturesque Santa Rosa Beach, FL, offers a delightful journey through Italian cuisine. Diners rave about the exceptional service and vibrant atmosphere, with each visit promising a warm welcome. Customer Ana Morales enthusiastically endorses the restaurant, praising the remarkable food quality and chef Dragon's talent, which has garnered repeated patronage. The menu is a well-curated symphony of flavors, featuring standout dishes like the creamy Seafood Fricassee, a marriage of shrimp, scallops, and crab over soft cheese polenta. The Garlic Pesto Marinated New York Strip also triumphs with its perfect blend of crispy potatoes and house-made pepper jam. For those who enjoy sharing, the veal meatballs and calamari appetizers receive consistent acclaim. Though opinions on the dessert vary—some found the tiramisu overly boozy—highlights like the Dark Chocolate Crème Brûlée and seasonal Berry Crisp keep patrons returning for more. The restaurant also appeals to pet lovers with its pet-friendly outdoor area. While the noise level could be a concern for some, Borago Restaurant remains a must-visit for anyone seeking an unforgettable Italian dining experience. Reservations are highly recommended to secure a spot in this culinary gem.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Has private dining room
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
    • Upmarket
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts cheques
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Borago Restaurant

Ana Morales
May 26,2025
If I could give this place 100 stars I would! The service is top notch and the quality of the food was amazing. A big shoutout to chef Dragon for making our dinner so special! We will definitely be back whenever we are in the area
Danielle H
May 21,2025
Loved the food and our server Jess was so sweet and friendly. We had the arrancini which was really good. Their marinara is fabulous (like my moms!) I had the Angel hair shrimp with prosciutto and it was SO delicious. It was creamy and the flavor was mouthwatering. My husband had the tortellini bolognese and really enjoyed it. The wine selection was also quite good. We did not like the tiramisu though. Tasted too much like alcohol. But we will definitely eat here again.
Kristin Sines
Apr 24,2025
Borago has become one of our favorite restaurants in 30A! The service has been great each time and the food is absolutely incredible! We love the veal meatball appetizer as well as the calamari. Every pasta dish we have tried has been delicious, my personal favorite is the Chicken Linguine and my husband’s favorite is the Angel Hair with Pan Seared Shrimp. And of course the Dark Chocolate Creme Brulee for dessert as well as the seasonal Berry Crisp! If you are looking for a truly delicious meal then this is the place to go! Be sure to make reservations.
Lana Williams
Apr 20,2025
Why haven't we been here sooner?!? We don't know the answer to that, but we know we will be back soon and often as locals. We we very impressed with the menu, the quality of the food, specialty drinks and the service. The only negative we found was that the noise level was loud. We would love to bring our elderly mothers, but know the heightened noise would not be to their liking. Otherwise, it was a perfect dinner, and we will he back soon.
Maried Ellison
Apr 15,2025
Amazing place, food was excellent, and staff (Marsha) made us feel as if she was in love with the food, gave us amazing recommendations. Good to note, their outdoor screened-in area is pet-friendly, which is always a plus.
p.r. newman
Apr 1,2025
My family and I have been coming to Santa Rosa Beach on 30A for 15 years. We've been to all of the nearby restaurants over the years but, somehow, we missed Borago. In fact, we only discovered it b/c my wife wanted to stop in Lululemon in Grayton Beach. Borago is tucked away next door to Lululemon and easy to miss. We made reservations the same evening and had an absolutely exquisite meal. The staff treated us like regulars. Our server was attentive, personable, and a joy to interact with. The atmosphere was top notch. The food, of course, was A across the board. The Caesar salad was perfect. My wife and son had the Three Meat Bolognese and loved it. I had the Penne with Hot Italian Sausage on our server's recommendation. It was excellent. The Super Tuscan red wine was the perfect compliment to the meal. Suffice to say, we've added Borago to our list of must visit restaurants in and around Santa Rosa Beach. You should, too.
Daniel Puckett
Feb 18,2025
Best Italian dinner on 30A. Italian food is the culinary language of passion and love, and nowhere does it better than Borago. Their fresh ingredients and rich flavors provide the savory experience you keep coming back for. Pros: - attentive service - experienced and knowledgeable staff - fresh ingredients - authentic flavors - original elements to every dish - excellent menu - artisan wines - tasteful atmosphere - experienced and accommodating kitchen - thoughtful management Cons: - expensive for the US, not for the area - occasionally very busy loud - no reservations over 8 people - not many seasonal offerings
Tom West
Feb 8,2025
Excellent food and service. I had the penne with spicy Italian sausage and my wife had the grouper special. Both were fantastic. Great atmosphere and and a solid wine list. Highly recommend.

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