Destin Casual Dining and
Walton County Casual Dining
Destin, Florida is home to some of the finest dining establishments
in the world. In fact, several of Destin restaurants have been
listed in the top 20 best restaurants in Florida. These elegant
venues are perfect for hours of wining, dining, and entertainment.
But, if oysters on the half shell and ice cold beer are more your
style, we've got you covered. No matter what atmosphere you
are looking for, you will find it here, in the heart of the Emerald
Coast, from a crab house on the beach to an award-winning five star
restaurants in Destin. Scroll down to find a variety!
All dining... .Fine dining..
.Waterfront dining...
Steak Houses
Mexican Restaurants.. Italian Restaurants
Cajun
Dining Fondue Barbecue
Asian
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A casual oyster bar and restaurant situated high above the water with
a commanding view of the Destin harbor, East Pass, and the Gulf of
Mexico. Offers a variety of seafood and traditional entrees prepared
with a touch of the Caribbean.
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Destin legend where boat-fresh coastal seafood is combined with authentic
south of the border cooking styles and traditional Tex-Mex entrees
to create a truly unique dining experience. Enjoy your favorite beverage
in the large and relaxing bar, a favorite meeting place for locals
and regular visitors. Gina Lane performs live on Fridays and Saturdays.
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POPPY'S SEAFOOD FACTORY
138 Fisherman's Cove
Destin, FL 32550
850-351-1996
www.poppysseafoodfactory.com |
Poppy’s Seafood Factory, fine
dining in a casual atmosphere, family and adult only dining areas,
with live music and dancing. Feast on our world famous blackened
lobster, USDA prime steak, or the freshest catch of the day. Offering
a variety of pasta dishes graced with shrimp, lobster, fish, or
chicken. Celebrate with one of our fried coastal seafood favorites. We
will gladly pair your meal with a wine from our award winning cellars.
Private parties up to 300 guests welcome. Contact Chris Ruyan Event
Coordinator (850)218-2628
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HAMMERHEAD'S BAR AND GRILLE
137 Fisherman's Cove
Destin, FL 32550
850-351-1997
www.hammerheadsbarandgrille.com |
Hammerhead’s Bar and Grille is the
best
place in Sandestin to watch the sunset over the bay! A casual
atmosphere featuring an open
grill serving grilled and steamed seafood buckets, chicken,
cheeseburgers, clam chowder, seafood gumbo, specialty cocktails and
ice cold beer. Live music and dancing for the entire family seven days
a week. For small parties to large groups, specialty menus make your
party a memorable experience. Contact Chris Ruyan Event Coordinator at
850-218-2628.
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AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar
116 E. Harbor Blvd
Destin, FL 32541
850 837 1913
www.ajs-destin.com
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AJ's serves Seafood,
steaks, and breakfast on the docks. Home of the Destin Fishing
Rodeo, founder
of the Emerald Coast Poker Run. In the top 100 nightclubs in the
country according to Nightclub & Bar Magazine. The
Mercentile sells apparel and gifts for all ages. We house on
our docks: AJ's Seablaster2, The Silent Lady and
Blackbeard sailboats. Constant Threat Charter fishing boat and
the snorkeling vessel Bimini Breeze.
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SunQuest Cruises
Baytowne Marina
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
Phone:850-650-2519 Fax:850-654-5082
Email:
sunquestcruises@earthlink.net
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Dine... Dance... Cruise aboard SOLARIS,
the area's only dinner dance yacht. Experience the emerald coast from
all three decks of this luxury vessel. Perfect for a romantic dinner
for two, a party with family and friends or an all out celebration.
SOLARIS is certified to carry up to 150 passengers and is available
for private charters for weddings, corporate functions or any special
event, anytime of the day.
www.sunquestcruises.com |
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Smiling Fish Cafe
37 Town Center Loop, Ste C 8
Gulf Place at 30-A & 393
Santa Rosa Beach FL 32459
850 622-3071
www.smilingfishcafe.com
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Smiling Fish Cafe--Delicious,
fast gourmet salads, sandwiches and more! Coastal Cuisine, something
delicious for everyone. Dine inside or Alfresco. The Smiling Fish
Cafe...for lunch and dinner.
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Trattoria Borago
80 East Hwy 30A, Grayton Beach
www.boragorestaurant.com
borago@web30a.com
Phone 850 231 9167
FAX 850 231-9426
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Our small Italian Restaurant makes up the body and substance of a clasic Trattora. We serve robust, homemade food that is the heart and soul of Italian cooking. We offer a full service bar, including our house drink......the Bellini. Our atmosphere is unpretentious and homey in a setting reminiscent of Itally's countryside.
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PEPITO'S MEXICAN GRILL
757 Hwy 98 East, Destin FL 32541
(in the heart of Destin
in front of Destin Cinema)
850 650-7734
www.pepitosdestin.com
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Pepito's Mexican Grill offers
authentic Mexican Food. The tasty food, Mexican decor, reasonable
prices and friendly staff offer the perfect combination for relaxed
Destin dining! Pepito's has lunch specials and famous margaritas. It
was voted Destin's best Mexican restaurant four years in a row! Pepito's
is located in the heart of Destin, near Old Time Pottery and
in front of the Destin Cinema.
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Cantina Laredo
585 Grand Boulevard
Sandestin, Florida 32550
850 654-5649
email: sandestin@catinalaredo.com
www.cantinalaredo.com
gournet mexican food
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Cantina
Laredo serves gourmet Mexican food
in a sophisticated, vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy the signature
margarita, the Casa Rita, made from fresh lime juice and savor
guacamole made just for you at your table. Visit Cantina Laredo
at Grand Boulevard in Sandestin for lunch, dinner, drinks, and Sunday
brunch.
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Bistro Bijoux
9100 Baytowne Blvd
Sandestin, FL 32550 850 622-0760
email:
BistroBijoux@gmail.com
www.BistroBijouxDestin.com
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Bistro Bijoux is known for its
exceptional food, intimate atmosphere and award winning wine list.
Bijoux offers the freshest gulf seafood and prime steaks.
Private dining rooms for groups available.
Restaurant of the Year, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence and
Emerald Coast "Best of" are a few of the accolades the Bijoux has
received!
Bistro Bijoux, village of Baytowne Wharf-open 7 nights at 5pm.
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ROBERTO'S PIZZERIA
134 Fisherman's Wharf
Destin, Florida 32550
850-351-1998
www.robertositalianpizzeria.com
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Authentic Italian Pizzeria serving homemade
pies whole or by the slice, specialty seafood pizzas, muffelatas,
lasagna, and great Italian salads plus beer and wine. Indoor/outdoor
seating including our peaceful lake side dining. All day and evening
deliveries resort wide,
seven days a week. From small parties to
large groups, live music available & specialty menus to make your
party a memorable experience. Contact Chris Ruyan Event Coordinator
(850)218-2628.
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NEW ORLEANS CREOLE
COOKERY
110 Cannary Lane
Destin, Florida 32550
850-351-1885
www.neworleanscreolecookery.com |
Authentic New Orleans
Creole food such as BBQ shrimp, crawfish bisque, seafood gumbo, red
fish menuire, blackened prime rib, chicken fricassee, slow roasted
pork and shrimp Creole. Our chef and culinary team were trained in the
art of Creole cooking by AJ Tusa, third generation restaurateur, whose
family has been serving Creole food in the city of New Orleans since
1905. For small parties to large groups, live music available, and
specialty menus to make your party a memorable experience. Contact
Chris Ruyan Event Coordinator-850.218.2628.
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The
Crab Trap
3500 Scenic Hwy 98
Destin, Florida 32541
850-654-2722 |
The Crab Trap
has four locations, Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Perdido Key and our
newest addition Downtown Pensacola. We are a casual open air sea side dining. Serving
three types of crab legs, live Maine Lobster, locally caught fish,
domestic Gulf Shrimp, Gumbo, Soup, and steak and Chicken for the land
lovers.
Call 850-654-2722
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Visit
us at
www.crabtrapdestin.com |
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Shades Bar
and Grill
10952 Hwy 30-A East
Panama City Beach, Florida 32413
850.231.9410
www.shades30A.com
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A South Walton tradition
since 1994,Shades
has been described as the "Place for the entire family". With our wide
array of fresh menu items including local seafood, burgers, pizza, and
tasty hot wings, you are sure to find something to please your palate.
Let the kids enjoy our game room while the adults indulge in our
amazing draft beer selection with over 30 beers from around the world.
Sports! We have it. With 7 HD televisions and all the
premium packages, we can accommodate the biggest sports fan! |
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Old Florida Fish House
5235 County Hwy 30A
Santa Rosa Beach FL 32459
850.534.3045
www.theoldfloridafishhouse.com |
Old Florida Fish House is
the Hot Spot on 30A. Dining for all ages. Varied menu
offering. The freshest seafood and noted for having the "Best"
sushi on the coast.
Also featuring The Fabulous "Fish House Band", providing your favorite
dance music!
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Graffiti
707 Harbor Blvd, Destin FL 32541
850.654.2764
109 Cannery Lane, Destin FL 32550
850.424.6650
www.funkybluesshack.com |
Graffiti
is an eclectic Italian restaurant in a
casual setting, with an upscale mentality.
Our Mediterranean flair and artistic ambience deliver an experience
unlike any other in the panhandle. We are known for our fresh
seafood and mouthwatering pastas. Come enjoy an amazing dinner
with family and friends
Two great locations!
Downtown Destin--707 Harbor Blvd
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Village at Baytowne--109 Cannery Lane
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Copper Grill
11225 US Hwy 98 W
Destin, Florida 32550
850.654.6900
www.coppergrilldestin.com
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COPPER GRILL
"Destin's Trendiest" Steakhouse
and Seafood Restaurant. Serving Premium Aged Beef, Fresh Gulf
Seafood and Live Maine Lobster. Flaming Center Grill is
entertaining and chic. One of Destin's most awarded restaurants.
Loved by all. Resort Casual Dining. Open 5pm-10:30pm.
Happy Hour 5-7pm. Reservations recommended--Located 1/2 mile
west of Silver Sands Outlet.
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Lin's
Asian Cuisine
130 Scenic Gulf Dr. Suite #5B
Miramar Beach, Florida 32550
850.424.5888
www.linsasiancuisine.com
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Lin's Asian Cuisine specializes
in Southeast Asian specialties such as Crispy Honey Walnut Chicken,
Sweet & Sour Dishes, Sliced Flank Steak with Thai Basil, Asian
Grilled Chicken, Grilled lemongrass Shrimp and many other
traditional Asian dishes. Chef Qun Lin utilizes only the finest
fresh meats and vegetables and all dishes are prepared with 100%
vegetable oil. Located across the street from Silver Sands Factory
stores in the Winn Dixie Center.
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Enzo's
Italian Restaurant
1598 County Road 393 South
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 32459
850.263.3003
www.myenzos.com
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Santa Rosa Beach's "Best
Kept Secret" is in
the corner of the Sunset Promenade shopping
center, nestled up to the beach on Hwy 393.
Enzo's Italian Restaurant offers an
intimate
dining experience with a wide selection of wines
to compliment the delicious authentic Italian cuisine.
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Gilligan's Restaurant
530 Harbor Blvd
Destin, Florida 32541
850.650.4400
www.gilligansofdestin.com |
Gilligan's Seafood Restaurant
is locally
owned and operated. We offer affordable family
waterfront dining. Inside or on our 'huge' covered deck,
overlooking Destin Harbor. Our specials include 'Oyster Happy
Hour' from 11am-5pm and 'All-U-Can-Eat fried catfish or popcorn
shrimp',
all day from open to close. Open 7 days a week from 11am to
10pm. Call 850.650.4400.
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