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The Driftwood Family Restaurant is a beloved Seafood restaurant in Tallahassee, FL, serving up fresh catches and warm hospitality to locals and visitors alike. Located at 8056 Woodville Hwy, our cozy eatery is a staple in the community, offering a welcoming atmosphere perfect for family dinners, date nights, and casual gatherings with friends. Our menu boasts an array of mouth-watering seafood options, from classic fish 'n' chips to savory shrimp scampi, all expertly prepared by our skilled chefs. Pair your meal with a refreshing cocktail or glass of wine from our thoughtfully curated beverage list. At The Driftwood Family Restaurant, we're dedicated to providing exceptional service, ensuring every guest feels like part of the family. Whether you're in the mood for a light bite or a hearty feast, our friendly staff will make you feel right at home. Join us for a truly satisfying dining experience in the heart of Tallahassee. We can't wait to welcome you to The Driftwood Family Restaurant, where the warmth of our hospitality meets the freshness of our seafood!

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The Driftwood Family Restaurant serves up fresh seafood with a side of Southern charm. Reviewers rave about the generous portions, attentive service, and mouthwatering dishes like crab legs and shrimp 'n' grits. While some mention the decor could use an update, the food and value make up for it.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

Foursquare: 4.3/5

Zomato: 4.2/5

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Nicole P
Nicole P -Google user
2 years ago
Grouper was fantastic! Good size pieces and sandwiches. Chicken tenders were delicious with perfectly cooked white meat. French fries were hot, salad was fresh. Servers were polite and had great customer service. Tons of seating. Lots of parking. Service Dine in
The Real Kimberly Thomas
The Real Kimberly Thomas -Google user
2 years ago
The seafood here is excellent, minus the crab cakes. We love the selection of fish that was avaliable as well as platters. Our server was great and very attentive. The only negative feedback I have which isn't more negative that a suggestion, is add fresh...Read More
Anita einarsson
Anita einarsson -Google user
2 months ago
Driving back to Tally from St Mark's Lighthouse we chose the Driftwood in Woodsville for its seafood served in family-style aesthetic. Glad we did. Was an authentic fish menu served humbly, seemed to be a local favorite. Great food! We had bacon wrapped shrimp, cheese...Read More
John Cook
John Cook -Google user
5 months ago
Was a solid meal. Great seafood. Fresh and tasty. Had Blackened Red Snapper and fried shrimp. Yummy cheese grits. Friendly staff. Very special evening served. Thank you!!! Price per person $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
Mountain Guide
Mountain Guide -Google user
9 months ago
I saw reviews of this place, but with a different name. This was our first time going to The Driftwood Family Restaurant. We had a party of 7 and there were only two waitresses. Both young ladies were very attentive to us and did a...Read More
Fay Henderson
Fay Henderson -Google user
9 months ago
The restaurant is opened under new management and a new name. The tables aren't fancy, but now it's very clean. The food is very good as one would expect for a local seafood restaurant. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5
Kimberly Chason
Kimberly Chason -Google user
10 months ago
I definitely like eating here now that it's with new owners and a restaurant name. Onion rings are our favorite. Still needs a little improvements but on their way. Service Dine in Meal type Dinner Price per person $10–20 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes Catfish
Kim Pastor
Kim Pastor -Google user
5 months ago
I intentional went on the off time, after 2:00, so that I didn’t go while they were slammed for lunch. My crab claws were so salty and way over cooked. I ordered slaw with my oyster basket. They brought fries. My server did bring the slaw...Read More
Michael Staden
Michael Staden -Google user
11 months ago
Omg! My first time here and I was not disappointed! The grits were so creamy and the fish and shrimp were fried perfectly. I will be back and I will bring my friends!! Thank you Driftwood Service Dine in Meal type Lunch Price per person $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes
Dionne Roberts
Dionne Roberts -Google user
a month ago
When the restaurant was called The Seineyard we use to go every other weekend. The food was very delicious 5 star and the customer service was great. We had not been for a while since the name change so as a treat we...Read More

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