Destin Waterfront
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! All
dining . Fine dining.. Casual
dining Steak
Houses
Mexican.
.Italian Fondue
Barbecue
Asian
Breakfast
Pizza
Wine Bars
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Marina
Cafe
404 East Highway 98
Destin, Florida 32541
(850) 837-7960
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"Destin's Most Awarded
Restaurant"
Contemporary Dining at Its Very Best!
Experience breathtaking views of the Destin Harbor
through a thirty
foot bar window and waterfront dining room.
Our
extensive international wine collection
complements
an eclectic menu of classic Creole, Mediterranean,
Pan Asian and American cuisine. Menu includes
USDA
Prime Beef, fresh Gulf Seafood and Sushi.
Private
dining for up to 45 guests. Recipient of the DiRoNA
award, Florida Trend Top 400 and Emerald Coast
Magazine's Best Fine
Dining. 2 for 1 Entrees 5-6 Nightly.
Happy Hour 5-7 Nightly. Thursday Night Ladies'
Night $2 Drinks. Wednesday $6
Martinis.
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Bud &
Alley's
Restaurant P.O. box 4760,
Seaside Branch,
Santa Rosa Beach,
Florida 32459

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A Five Star restaurant featuring Old
Florida, Tuscan
and Coastal South cooking styles. World class
food
at it's best served in a casual beachfront
atmosphere.
An open-air rooftop bar provides spectacular
views.
Live entertainment nightly. Selected as one of the
top restaurants in the state by Florida Trend
magazine
and recipient of the Wine Spectator award of
excellence.
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POPPY'S SEAFOOD FACTORY
138 Fisherman's Cove
Destin, FL 32550
850-351-1996
www.poppysseafoodfactory.com
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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
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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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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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Santa Rosa Golf
and Beach Club
4801 W. Scenic Hwy 30-A
Santa Rosa Beach FL 32459
850 267-2305/850 267-2229
www.santarosaclub.com

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The Santa Rosa
Golf and Beach Club's Vue on 30A restaurant boasts incredible daytime and sunset views from its window lined dining room. The Terrace at Vue on 30a is the locals' favorite spot to watch the sunset while enjoying happy hour drink specials, Chef Gio's signature Venison Rolls and nightly dinner features. Located in Santa Rosa Beach on Scenic Highway 30A, near the intersection of 393 and 30A, the Vue on 30a will be sure to leave you wanting more. For more information, call 850.267.2305 or visit online at www.vueon30a.com
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The Crab Trap
3500 Scenic Hwy 98
Destin, Florida 32541
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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
OR
Visit us at www.crabtrapdestin.com
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Gilligan's Restaurant
530 Harbor Blvd
Destin, Florida 32541
850.650.4400
www.gilligansofdestin.com
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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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790 On the Gulf 2996
Scenic Hwy 98
Destin, Florida 32541
850.650.4853
www.eatmoregumbo.com
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Specializing in Florida Seafood and
Louisiana Flavors!
Come enjoy our million dollar view of the Gulf
from our dining room or the outdoor terrace.
Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour, Weddings and Special
Events.
Sunday Brunch 11 - 3 pm.
Located at the Inn at Crystal Beach
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Nick's Seafood Restaurant
7585 Basin Bayou, Highway 20
Freeport, FL 32439 (850) 835-2222
www.nicksseafoodrestaurant.com
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A
true old Florida seafood restaurant nestled on
the northern shore of Choctawhatchee Bay on Hwy
20. This coastal treasure has been serving some
of the best seafood to be found anywhere for
decades. It's the kind of place where locals
usually outnumber visitors. The menu includes
fish, shrimp, oysters, scallops, stuffed crab,
steaks, chicken, fried green tomatoes, soft shell
crabs, steamed blue crabs & gator tail. A
great place to get away from the crowds or to
have an unforgettable meal on your way to or from
the coast.
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Henderson Park Inn Beach
Walk Cafe 2700 Scenic Highway 98
Destin, Florida 32541
888.836.1105
www.HendersonParkInn.com
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This
New-England-styled bed and breakfast highlights
Victorian-inspired furnishings and a large
veranda with impressive views of the Gulf of
Mexico. We are all-inclusive, adults only and
feature an award winning restaurant, Beach
Walk, on-premises.
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Bay Side Family-Friendly dining! Great food, Great View, with Great Prices. Appetizers include TNT Shrimp, Oysters on the Half Shell, Crab Cakes and Fried Pickles. Entrees include Grouper with Crabmeat, great fish, steaks, oysters and shrimp dishes. Stuffed Hamburgers, Grouper Sandwich, Soft Shell Crab and great baskets all with bottomless fries. Beautiful outside bar with awesome specialty drinks. Inside dining too! $4.99 kids meals. Carry-out available: Call 850-702-FREE(3733) www.thevillagedoor.com/menu. Parties and corporate events too! Call Todd Roberts at 850-797-6649.
Enjoy our famous nightclub as the party gets started!
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