OWL CAFE – American
Downtown Apalachicola's dining room since 1900, and still the one people book when the Forgotten Coast is the occasion. The menu leans on what the Gulf brings in - BBQ local shrimp, fried oysters, shrimp and grits - alongside kitchen standards like chicken marsala pasta and a Mediterranean salad in a house-made dressing. The crab dip has outlasted every trend. Lunch, dinner and a weekend brunch, with The Tap Room next door for a drink first. Century-old room, seasonal cooking, no airs about either.
15 AVE D, APALACHICOLA, FL, 32320 +1-234-105-9730 https://www.owlcafeflorida.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at OWL CAFE
Dairy-Free at OWL CAFE
OWL CAFE in Apalachicola has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crab Dip and Mediterranean Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at OWL CAFE
OWL CAFE in Apalachicola has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crab Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at OWL CAFE
OWL CAFE in Apalachicola has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including BBQ Local Shrimp, Fried Oysters and Crab Cakes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at OWL CAFE
OWL CAFE in Apalachicola has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Oysters, Crab Cakes and Shrimp & Grits. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at OWL CAFE
OWL CAFE in Apalachicola has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crab Dip and Buffalo Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at OWL CAFE
OWL CAFE in Apalachicola has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crab Dip and Buffalo Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at OWL CAFE
OWL CAFE in Apalachicola has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Crab Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at OWL CAFE
OWL CAFE in Apalachicola has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mediterranean Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at OWL CAFE
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp & Grits | 22.1 g | 32.9 g |
| Mediterranean Salad | 75.1 g | 23.8 g |
| Fried Oysters | 0 g | 16.4 g |
| Crab Cakes | 0.4 g | 15.2 g |
| Buffalo Wings | 1.2 g | 12.4 g |
| Crab Dip | 1.6 g | 6.9 g |
| Duck Fries | 6.5 g | 2.4 g |
| Chicken Marsala Pasta | 5.8 g | 1.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Appetizers
- BBQ Local Shrimp - $15: Local shrimp prepared with house BBQ seasoning Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Oysters - $16: Fresh local oysters, fried golden brown Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Dip - $11: Classic Owl Cafe recipe with fresh crab meat Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cakes - $15: House-made crab cakes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Wings - $14: Classic buffalo style wings Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Mediterranean Salad - $13: Fresh greens with house-made dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Marsala Pasta - $24: Classic chicken marsala served over pasta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp & Grits - $26: Local shrimp served over creamy grits Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Duck Fries - $11: Fries prepared with duck fat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Draft Beer - $5: Selection of cold draft beers
- Well Drinks - $6: House spirits and mixers
- House Wine - $7: Selection of house wines
Frequently Asked Questions about OWL CAFE
- Is OWL CAFE dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. OWL CAFE has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crab Dip and Mediterranean Salad.
- What can I eat at OWL CAFE on a dairy-free diet?
- Crab Dip and Mediterranean Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does OWL CAFE have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Mediterranean Salad.
- Is OWL CAFE gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at OWL CAFE?
- Shrimp & Grits, at roughly 32.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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