Most people blow right past Melrose, Florida without a second glance. It is a tiny town tucked between lakes and pine forests, the kind of place where you might stop only if your GPS takes a wrong turn.
But locals here have been keeping a delicious secret for years, and it goes by the name Blue Water Bay. This wood-paneled seafood spot on State Road 26 pulls in regulars from hours away, and once you taste the food, you will completely understand why.
The menu is loaded with fresh seafood, generous portions, and Southern-inspired dishes that feel like a home-cooked meal done right. No flashy signs, no velvet ropes, just honest food served with a smile in a room that feels like it has a story to tell…