8 Unassuming Restaurants To Add To Your Florida Dining Bucket List

The world needs more hole-in-the-wall restaurants. There's nothing better than finding a really special place in the sea of chain restaurants, where everyone knows your name (and your order) when you walk in the door. If you're looking for unique places to add to your restaurant bucket list, check out the best unassuming restaurants in Florida.

1. Granger & Sons Bar-B-Que, Lakeland

Though it may be small, this beloved barbecue joint has been going strong over 20 years. They're probably most famous for their lipsmacking baby back ribs and their weekend steak dinners. Granger and Sons is located at 8121 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809.

2. The Stein & Vine, Brandon

You probably couldn't have a more generic storefront than this (it literally just says PUB), but this gem hidden in the Kings Row Shopping Center is guaranteed to surprise you. This craft beer and wine bar specializes in upscale twists on comfort classics like tator tots, "pig wings," and a burger that's 1/3 bacon. The Stein and Vine is located at 827 W Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon, FL 33511.

3. Cherry Pocket Steak & Seafood Shak, Lake Wales

Who doesn't love a good fish camp? This rustic slice of Old Florida sits on Lake Pierce. They specialize in seafood, steaks and gator. Cherry Pocket Steak and Seafood Shak is located at 3100 Canal Dr, Lake Wales, FL 33898.

4. B.O.'s Fish Wagon, Key West

This modest little shack might just have the best conch fritters on the island. Compared to other places in the area, the prices are reasonable, too. Visit B.O.'s Fish Wagon at 801 Caroline St, Key West, FL 33040.

5. Hole In The Wall Seafood, Apalachicola

If you're in Apalachicola, you're probably looking for oysters. Look no further. Hole In The Wall is exactly the sort of casual, cozy seafood place we love. You can't go wrong with any of the fresh seafood here, but try to save room for some Key lime pie. You'll find this delicious eatery at 23 Ave D, Apalachicola, FL 32320.

6. A1A Burrito Works Taco Shop, St. Augustine

Florida isn't exactly known for its Mexican food, but this local chain could change that. The owner took his dream of bringing So Cal flavor to the East Coast and made it a reality. Chow down on delicious eats at 671 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080.

7. The Burger Inn, Melbourne

You'll never eat at another chain burger place again after you try The Burger Inn. The classic American decor (and food) will make you nostalgic for the good old days. Visit them at 1819 N Harbor City Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32935.

8. Frog's BBQ Pad, Williston

This little place has been an institution in Williston for decades. Everything is smoked on site, and the sauces are so good you'll want to buy a few bottles to take home. Frog's BBQ Pad is located at 21031 NE US Hwy 27, Williston, FL 32696.

Hungry for more? Then check our Ultimate Florida Restaurant Bucket List, and be sure to add each spot to your next trip on using Only In Your State’s itinerary planner.