Destin 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. Some of the area's best selections are found
near the bottom of the page, so be sure to scroll down.
Fine dining. Casual dining....
Waterfront...
Steak Houses
Mexican.
Italian
Cajun
Fondue
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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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Marina
Cafe
404 East Highway 98
Destin, Florida 32541
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Marina Cafe, the area’s most award winning restaurant is located on
the beautiful Destin Harbor offering picture perfect views from every
seat. Outstanding menu that includes an array of appetizers, salads,
pizzas and exceptional entrees. Sushi bar, full menu cocktail lounge,
wines from around the world and exemplary service. Seating for private
dining accommodating up to 45. Happy hour 5-7 nightly. 2 for 1 entrees
5-6 nightly. Wed.- Ladies night. Thurs. - $3 Martinis. Recipient of
the DiRoNA award, Florida Trend Top 400 and Emerald Coast Magazine’s
Best Fine dining.
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Destin Chops 30A
The Villages of South Walton Beach
10343 E. County Hwy 30A
Seacrest Beach, Florida 32413 |
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Chops 30A “30A’s
Premiere Steakhouse with a Contemporary Twist.”
Backlit liquor bottles illuminated in blues and greens welcome you
into a sexy sushi bar and cocktail lounge. An extensive wine
collection enhances the traditional steakhouse fare of USDA prime
meats, fresh Gulf seafood and Maine lobster. Classic desserts, fine
brandies and ports add a crowning touch to ultimate dining experience.
Dinner 5–10:30 pm, happy hour 5–7 pm, nightly. Reservations
recommended; resort casual. |
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Beach Walk
(850) 650-7100
2996 Scenic Highway 98
Destin, Florida 32541 |
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Beach Walk is Destin, Florida’s most award winning,
ONLY beach front fine-dining restaurant on the Gulf of
Mexico.
As a recipient of
Florida Trend’s Golden
Spoon award, Beach Walk is distinguished as one of the Top Twenty Five
Restaurants in all of Florida. Voted “Best Chef” on the Emerald Coast
for the past six years, Tim Creehan’s menu features Gulf Coast and
Island cuisine with French, Italian and Asian flavors. U.S.D.A. prime
steaks, Maine lobster, fresh seafood and an extensive wine selection
round out Beach Walk’s eclectic menu.
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Casual
fine dining in an airy, upbeat atmosphere. Menu selections include
local seafood, beef, lamb, poultry, vegetarian selections and wood-oven
pizzas. Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, Florida Trend Top 200,
Four Star rated. "2006 Restaurant of the Year--NW Florida Daily
News". Reservations
suggested. Located in Seagrove Beach. Open for dinner seven days a
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FINZ
9300 Emerald Coast Hwy. West
Sandestin, FL 32550
Phone: (850) 267-4800
Fax: (850) 267-6121
E-mail: finz@sandestin.com |
Serving Lunch
and Dinner daily inside and out.
A retro-chic dining
experience with regionally inspired dishes and Live Entertainment.
Specializing in straight from the Gulf Seafood and Contemporary
Comfort Food infused with Cajun and Low Country influences. “Upstairs
at Finz” will be Adult Exclusive and welcomes reservations. |
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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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(Vin'tij)
(850) 650-9820
10859 Emerald Coast Parkway W |
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A
four star Market, Bar, Bistro and wine boutique. From starters to
entrees the food is spectacular. Quail, beef, poultry, vegetarian,
sushi and seafood with a touch of Louisiana. Awards include restaurant
of the year, Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, 1st Place Fine Dining
and more. Located just west of Sliver Sands Factory Stores near Sandestin.
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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.
Open for lunch and dinner.
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Recognized
as one of Florida's top 20 restaurants since 1991 and recently awarded
the highest possible rating by a major newspaper, Criolla's is known
for it's contemporary tropical cuisine. The wine cellar has received
the wine spectator "Best of Award of Excellence" since 1999
and is the only area restaurant to achieve this honor. Owner Johnny
Earls is a frequent guest chef at New York's James Beard Foundation,
The Napa Valley Wine Festival, the Sonoma Wine Festival and is seen
on the Discovery Channel's "Great Chefs of the South" TV
series. Children's menu available. Reservations suggested.
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Poppy's
Seafood Factory
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(Co-located in Sandestin's fabulous Village of Baytowne Wharf) Offering
the only bayside dining in the Village of Baytowne Wharf, these outstanding
restaurants provide the kind of dining experiences great memories
are made of. Select from extensive menus of fresh seafood, U.S. prime
beef, chicken and succulent lobster prepared in the traditions of
the Coastal South, New Orleans and the Caribbean Islands along with
specialty drinks and desserts. Dine inside or bayside and experience
the most beautiful sunsets this side of Key West. Live entertainment
nightly.
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Hammerhead's Bar & Grill
(850) 351 1997 |
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AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar
116 E. Harbor Blvd
Destin, FL 32541
850 837 1913
www.ajs-destin.com
info@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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Cafe Provence
35 Musset Bayou Road & Hwy 98
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 32459
Phone:850 622 3022
www.cafeprovenceusa.com
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A Place Where Everything Is Special, A Place Where Time Itself Stops, With Beautiful Refined, Yet Warm and Cozy Decor, With Superbly Professional, Yet Friendly and Pleasant Service, With Tantalizing Flavors and Dishes of Unrivaled Splendor, The Perfect Taste of the Old World, The Perfect Place to Be! Serving
Lunch, Sunday Brunch and Dinner Daily 5:30-9:30.
Entertainment Weekends!
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Caffe Italia
189 Brooks St.
Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32548
Phone: 850 664 0035
Fax: 850 664 0711
www.acaffeitalia.com |
A quaint old-world style Italian
restaurant located on the sound in downtown Fort Walton Beach just
across the bridge from Okaloosa Island. A family-owned restaurant
serving the finest homemade Italian Continental cuisine. A full
service bar is available. Dine inside or on the waterfront patio.
Private dock. Available for weddings & private parties. |
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Caffe Italia
Europe on the Sound |
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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
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The Santa Rosa Golf and Beach
Club, located on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico, offers a
beautiful golf course, pool, hot tub, beach cabanas and courts for the
tennis enthusiasts. Enjoy breakfast or lunch at Milligan's Grill
and enjoy evening dining at The Beach Club, serving all types
of coastal seafood cuisines (reservations only). The Santa Rosa
golf course was called "The Purest Golf on the Panhandle",
by Golf Magazine.
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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

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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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Seagar's
Prime Steaks & Seafood Restaurant
Located at the Hilton Sandestin
4000 Sandestin Blvd. South
Destin, Florida 32550
Dinner Reservations: 850 622-1500
www.seagarsdestin.com

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Seagar's
Prime Steaks & Seafood is Northwest Florida's only AAA
Four-Diamond restaurant. Specializing in the finest prime beef and
freshest seafood available, Seagar's also features a private reserve
wine list featuring over 800 labels and private dining facilities for
intimate, as well as opulent, business dinners and special events.
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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.pepitosmexicanrestaurant.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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Sunset Charlie's
1096 Scenic Hwy 98
Miramar Beach FL 32550
850 837-9834
www.sunsetcharlies.com
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By far the Best Dining value on the
Emerald Coast. Incredible Steaks, Fresh Seafood, Delicious Pastas &
Creative Fusion. The view of the Gulf is stunning. The prices are
great...99% of the menu is under $20.00. Come early and hang out at
"Charlie Bananas" the cool Tiki Bar. Happy Hour 6 days a week from
4-7pm, $1.99 shrimp cocktail, $3 Margaritas, $3 House Wine & $3 22oz
domestic draft beer. Open Tues-Sun 5-9pm (Fri & Sat 10pm) for dinner,
Sunday Brunch 9-1pm $12.95. Sunset Charlie’s is serving food the way
it be...Yummy!
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Ruth's Chris Steak House
15000 Emerald Coast Pkwy
Destin, Florida 32541
850-337-5108
email:
salesdestin211@ruthschris.com
www.ruthschrisdestin.com
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Ruth's
Chris serves the finest aged,
corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1,800 degree
oven& served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, your steak is presented
sizzling hot at your table. With an extensive selection of over
100 domestic & imported wines to complete your dining experience,
you'll be coming back for more of the sizzle!
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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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Royal B Restaurant
36178 Emerald Coast Pkwy
Destin, Florida 32541 850 269-1741
email:
info@royalbrestaurants.com
www.royalbrestaurants.com

CLARK & BLAKE BRENNAN'S

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Brothers Clark and Blake Brennan and their
management team have combined their extensive culinary talents and
years of restaurant and hospitality experience to create Clark & Blake
Brennan's
Royal B Restaurant. Royal B Restaurant
features upscale fine dining that includes classic New Orleans cuisine
and creates an authentic New Orleans, French Quarter ambience.
Dinner Nightly 5:00pm UNTIL 10:00pm
Saturday and Sunday Brunch 10:00am UNTIL 2:00pm.
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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.
For reservations, call 850 622-0760.
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The Village of Baytowne Wharf
9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy W.
Destin, Florida 32550 850
267-8279
www.sandestin.com or
www.baytownewharf.com
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SHOP...DINE...and
PLAY at Sandestin's
charming
Village of Baytowne Wharf,
a
picturesque pedestrian village overlooking the Choctawatchee Bay with
nearly 50 merchants.
DINE
bayside or
lagoon-side in one of our award winning restaurants and eateries.
And the kids
will especially like the Adventure
Landing Playground…open both day and night!
For event info call:
850.267.8117 or visit
www.sandestin.com
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Creehan's Copper Grill
11225 US Hwy 98 W
Miramar Beach, FL 32550
Reservations:
Call 850.654.6900 or
Click Here
www.TimCreehanCompany.com
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Creehan’s Copper Grill
“Voted Best Service on the Emerald Coast”
Creehan’s Copper
Grill is well known for its New York style steakhouse fare and
entertaining, sports themed ambiance. An open style floor plan
featuring a full kitchen with flaming grills in the center of the
restaurant, where guests may view the preparation of their meal, is
only one of the many attributes that sets it apart from other
steakhouses in the area. Creehan's Copper Grill serves up an
award-winning menu featuring the finest Certified Angus Beef®, fresh
local seafood and live Maine lobster; in addition to impeccable
tableside service.
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The Back
Porch
1740 Scenic Hwy 98 Destin, FL 32541
850 837-2022
www.TheBack-Porch.com |
"Family Dining on the Beach!"
Experience open air dining with the best view of the Gulf of Mexico!
Serving Grouper, Oysters, Fried Crab Claws and Our Famous Char-Grilled
Amberjack. 1740 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, Florida 32541.
On Hwy 98 across from the track. Turn at the Hampton Inn, drive
about 1/4 mile. You'll find us on the right side, located
directly on the Beach.
Also visit:
Cafe Grazie
Fisherman's Wharf
Louisiana Lagniappe
Pompano Joe's
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Fisherman's Wharf
210-D Hwy 98 E, Destin, FL 32541
850 654-4766
www.Fishermanswharfdestin.com |
"Home of the Destin Fishing Fleet"
Sit outside on our back deck and enjoy the spectacular view of the
Destin Harbor. We offer a variety of fine seafood dishes or
bring your own catch. We'll cook it for you! 210-D Hwy 98
E, Destin, FL 32541. 1/4 mile east over Destin Bridge,
across from Waffle House. Drive into our parking lot and you'll
find us in the back, located on the Destin Harbor.
Also visit:
Cafe Grazie
Louisiana Lagniappe
Pompano Joe's
The Back Porch
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Pompano Joe's
2237 Scenic Gulf Hwy, Destin, FL 32550
850 837-2224
www.Pompano-Joes.com
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"A Neighborhood Beach Place!"
Come on in for some fun and fresh seafood with a very exciting
flavor. Try our Famous Reggae Rolls and Our Garlic Crusted
Grouper! 2237 Scenic Gulf Hwy, Destin, FL 32550. On
Hwy 98 take Holiday Rd South, turn right on scenic Hwy 98, drive down
about 2 blocks, you'll find us on the left side. Located
directly on the Beach!
Also visit:
Cafe Grazie
Fisherman's Wharf
Louisiana Lagniappe
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Cafe Grazie
1771 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, FL
32541
850 837-7240
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"Seafood
Italiano"
Serving authentic Italian Cuisine, fresh seafood, great pasta dishes
with homemade marinara sauce. Inviting wine menu and full bar.
1771 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, FL 32541. On Hwy 98 across
from the Track, turn at the Hampton Inn, drive to the end of the road
you'll find us on the left side. Located 50 feet from the Beach.
Also visit:
Fisherman's Wharf
The Back Porch
Louisiana Lagniappe Pompano Joe's
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Louisiana Lagniappe
775 Gulf Shore Dr, Destin, FL 32541
850 837-0881
www.TheLouisianaLagniappe.com
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"Unique Louisiana Seafood"
(Lan Yap) "A little something extra!"
Fine Dining, Variety of Specialty Seafood & Steak Entrees along with
Spectacular Sunsets! 775 Gulf Shore Dr, Destin, FL 32541.
On Hwy 98 turn south onto Gulfshore Dr, at the stop light enter
Sandpiper Cove Condominiums. Overlooking the Destin Harbor!
(Remodeling,
open in March 2008!)
Also visit:
Cafe Grazie
Fisherman's Wharf Pompano Joe's
The Back Porch
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The Melting Pot
11394 Hwy 98 W.,
Miramar Beach, FL 32550
(1/2 mile west of Silver Sands Outlet Mall)
850 269-2227
email: destinmp@cox.net
www.meltingpot.com |
With over 120 restaurants coast to coast,
The
Melting Pot is this Premier Fondue Dining
experience in the Nation! Located Just west of
the Sandestin
Resorts, we feature one of Destin's Finest Wine Lists, Private,
Candle-Lit Dining and Accommodations for Groups from two to
thirty-two. Patio seating available.
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Zampieri's
Harbor Crille
320 Harbor Blvd.
Destin, FL 32541
(first floor of Destin Yacht Club)
850 650-3900
email: contact@HarborGrille.net
www.HarborGrille.net |
Zampieri's offers
Prime Waterfront Dining!
Featuring fresh local seafood and hand cut steaks. Voted
Destin's Best Local Restaurant, Top 20 New Restaurants in Florida and
a Golden Spoon Award Winner (Top 25 Restaurants in Florida).
Upscale casual atmosphere on the Beautiful Destin Harbor.
Receptions, Rehearsals and Corporate Events.
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Angler's Beach Side Bar & Grill
1030 Miracle Strip Parkway South
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
850 796-0260
www.anglersbeachsidegrill.net |
Angler's Beachside Grill,
A Fort Walton Beach
Gem, open Daily 11am and serving Sunday Brunch at 10am.
A playground on the beach lets kids play while parents overlook dining
on the deck.
The upstairs sports bar has over 130 TV's and 11 HD super screens.
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San Gelato Cafe
10562 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Ste118
Destin, Florida 32541
850 837-4775
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San Gelato Cafe
specializes in Italian ice cream, coffee, and sandwiches. All
Fresh! Sandwiches
and Wraps made to order-locally made gelato & Sorbets. Full
espresso bar, wine & beer. Outside seating.
Delightful
atmosphere, Italian flair & flavor in the midst of shopping at
the Silver Sands Mall.
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