Fudpucker’s world-famous restaurant is home to nearly 100 juvenile alligators. Enjoy free shows daily, and use provided fishing poles to feed the gators. They are well known for their seafood, burgers, and a huge bar!
www.fudpucker.com
Their Caribbean flair shines through in the Reggae Rolls and Garlic Crusted Grouper to the brightly colored window frames that line the walls of this open-air restaurant.
(850) 837-2224
www.pompano-joes.com
The Whale's Tail Beach Bar & Grill, located directly on the beach, has been a Destin landmark for over thirty years. The restaurant opens at 7:00 a.m. and serves breakfast on the beach, lunch and dinner every day. Dine indoors in climate contr
(850) 650-4377
www.seascape-resort.com/resortwhalestail.aspx
Cuvee Bistro offers classic French, Asian and Mediterranean influenced delicacies along with signature dishes by proprietor and celebrity Chef Tim Creehan, including Amy Grant's Seared Tuna Rare and Vince Gill's Pecan Crusted Grouper. Be sure to c
(850) 650-8900
www.cuveebistrodestin.com
Fat Clemenza's quickly became a favorite among locals and tourists alike, sweeping the "Best of the Emerald Coast" awards for best Italian every year since 2008. Be sure to call ahead for reservations!
(850) 650-5980
www.fatclemenzas.com
Captain Dave's On the Gulf has been around for over 30 years and is one of Destin's finest waterfront restaurants. Enjoy your meal in their air conditioned dining room overlooking the beautiful Gulf of Mexico.
(850) 837-2627
www.beachdirectory.com/captdaves/
Located directly on the sands of Destin, The Crab Trap offers a true taste of the gulf coast. This restaurant has been featured in Southern Living Magazine, Coastal Living Magazine and many other publications across the United States. Try their aw
(850) 654-2722
www.crabtrapdestin.com
Established in 1977, McGuire's is one of Florida's top restaurants, winning Florida Trend Magazine's Golden Spoon Award for the past thirteen years and recipient of the Wine Spectator Magazine Award of Excellence for the past 11 years. Over $550,0
(850) 650-0000
www.mcguiresirishpub.com
Owned by the Destin family, the original location of Dewey Destin resides in a little shack overlooking Crab Island . Enjoy fresh seafood caught by the local fishing fleet at a picnic table on one of their docks. This is also one of the best places
(850) 837-7575
www.destinseafood.com
The Ocean Club is a fine dining restaurant and bar also providing live music and great nightlife since 1989. Make sure to call ahead for reservations!
(850) 267-3666
www.theoceanclubdestin.com
Serving up traditional Mexican fare, Pepito's brings its signature dishes and happy hour from their original location in downtown Destin to the Miramar Beach area. A local favorite, Pepito's now has 4 locations in the Destin and Niceville areas.
(850) 654-6900
www.mypepitos.com
The food at Sushimoto is a wonderful blend of creativity and tradition. The master chef at Sushimoto has over 40 years of experience and creates unique rolls such as "This is How We Roll" and "Hot Doctor". Located just down the street from Edgewat
(850) 424-5977
www.destinsushi.com
The Back Porch Seafood & Oyster House has been a local favorite since 1979. Located directly on the sands of Destin, The Back Porch serves up smoked tuna dip, ice-cold oysters and their famous char-grilled Amberjack.
(850) 837-2022
www.theback-porch.com
Beach Walk Cafe at Henderson Park Inn is one of the most awarded restaurants in Destin. They are the only fine dining restaurant located directly on the white sands of the Emerald Coast in Destin. Be sure to call ahead to make reservations!
(850) 269-8646
beachwalkhendersonpark.com/
Famous for their breakfast, donuts, and lunch, the Donut Hole has become a Destin tradition. But with lines well out the door at their original location, they decided to expand just 4 miles down the road from Edgewater!
(850) 267-3239
Lillie's Q has been featured on the Food Network and has won numerous awards at the Memphis in May Barbecue Festival. Swing by and try one of their famous pulled pork sandwiches and sun tea. Lillie's also offers 6 different regional sauces.
(850) 654-3911
www.lilliesq.com/contact-fl.aspx
Enjoy Dockside dining, magnificent sunsets, fresh gill and seafood! Right in the middle of Harborwalk Village.
(850) 654-4800
www.harryts.com/
The Red Bar is Grayton Beach's most popular destination. It combines an eclectic decor with jazz music and chalkboard menus. Most locals will agree that a trip out to the Red Bar is well worth the drive (and wait).
(850) 231-1008
www.theredbar.com