Restaurants in Destin

“Love it here! Anytime we vacation in Destin we go!”

“Excellent pizza, good price. Highly recommend”

“If I could give Maguire’s Irish pub, a 10 on reviews I would. Never have I had a ribeye steak cooked to perfection as I have this afternoon. Jen was our server and was very professional a huge shout out to the McGuire’s Irish pub in Destin, Florida”

“My team and I have had the opportunity to dine at Dat Burrito Place multiple times over the past month, and each visit was a delightful experience from start to finish. I can confidently say that their commitment to friendly and prompt service is unmatched. From hearty burritos and flavorful rolled quesadillas to mouthwatering Mexican street corn, rich and savory birria, and light and crispy fish tacos, there's something to please every palate on their menu. Treat yourself and support local by giving Dat Burrito a try!”

“Great food, great service, great time and we will be back.”

“Omgoodness. This place is so well staffed. The food is to die for. The owners are super personable and have made such a lovely experience. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️”

“Seafood was delicious!! Bread pudding was to die for! Would highly recommend! The service was quick and excellent!”

“Robin was fantastic. Thank you so much!”

“This place is a MUST if you go to Destin. Our daughter moved there last year and introduced us to them and it is a staple of our visits now. The two guys working behind the counter are very friendly, and always playing around and teasing. It’s apparent they love their work and their customer service is top notch. All of the employees there are friendly and helpful! And, hands down…..the best ice cream!!”

“Wonderful meal and wine selection”

“Great place with really good food and amazing staff. This place never gets old and is a favorite to eat at when in Destin. I can always find something new on the menu to try. Ali and Liezl are great too! They can always point you in the right direction if you don't know what to order. Highly recommend this place to anyone visiting.”

“My husband had raw oysters and said they were some of the best he ever had. He then got the blackened grouper with an amazing sauce. I had the chicken alfredo and it was delicious! We had a great server, TJ!”

“Great place for date night! Underrated spot in Destin! Food was amazing. Fig flatbread appetizer is melt in your mouth good!”

“We stayed in Destin for a week and stumbled upon this place. It’s a little rough from the outside - looks like it’s in a mobile home trailer - but don’t let that fool you. The food and service were both excellent. My daughter insisted we come back and eat at Thai Smile our last night in town. We are vegetarians and they were very polite, informative and accommodating, and remembered us when we came back. Highly recommend.”

“My fav place to dine in Destin! Delicious food and wonderful staff!”

“"5 stars isn't enough! The food at this restaurant was absolutely delicious, with the red snapper being out of this world! The atmosphere was perfect, with a stunning bay view that added to the overall dining experience. And our waiter, Chandler, was exceptional - attentive, knowledgeable, and made sure we had everything we needed. We can't recommend this place enough - we'll definitely be back!" 5/5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“An absolute go to! The breakfast is always fresh and delicious. They are dog friendly! My pup always gets a peanut butter spoon and it’s his favorite thing. The staff is wonderful and always cheery. Lastly, the coffee is amazing! Absolutely recommend 😊”

“Definitely recommend! Food was delicious, friendly service, great portion sizes all at a great price! Will be back!”

“AMAZING FOOD!! Our server, Josie, was so accommodating to our group of 14!! Definitely recommend!”

“The Back Porch did not disappoint one bit. We loved the atmosphere. We were seated out on the back porch right in front of the gulf and had a wonderful breeze blowing the whole time, which was great since we were visiting Florida in August. We got seafood and steak. The steak was amazing and tender. The grouper, crab bites and twice baked potatoes were delicious! We will definitely be back!”

“Fun place for kids (if your kids want to wain about 1-1 1/2 hours) good food. The kids meals come with a bucket and shovel. We waited outside and the adults can have a drink while they wait because there is a bar. Good walking distance from Destiny By The Sea. On the way back we caught sand crabs on the beach. (we walked back on the beach) I have also been to the one in Pensacola Florida and it deserves the same amount of stars.

Parking: Small parking lot

Kid-friendliness: Good for kids”

“My family and I had the best dinner. Appetizers, entrees and dessert were all absolutely amazing. Our server was on top of it and kept us very happy. 10/10 experience!”

“The food was amazing and the service was even better! Will definitely be back next year!!!”

“Best coffee in town, do not leave without visiting!”

“Mariah was the best all servers should be so talented. She made our day so fun. They call the wind. If you see this Mariah watch for Brad. Food was good also we have gone to PJ for years when in Destin always good. Shout put to Ed.”

“The Harbor Tavern is one of my absolute favorites! Great vibe and kid friendly! My family took Destin Harbor Haulers to dinner and we had yet another amazing time at the Harbor Tavern! Thanks to Chris with the Destin Harbor Haulers for getting us there!”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Definitely a 5 Star experience. Food is great in dining area and the SkyBar above is always fun and entertaining.”

“Un lugar perfecto para refrescarse con una smoothie. Buenas recomendaciones que ofrecen por si no sabes que pedir. ¡La mangonada estaba deliciosa! 👌🏼Los nuevos dueños son muy amables, y les agradecemos la platica. 😊”

“Tiffany is an amazing server she recommended lemon blueberry mimosas which were fabulous, and also recommended the beignets. She made our first visit at another broken egg very good. Thank you Tiffany. We will definitely be back before we leave Destin”

“Went here twice while on vacation. Loved the food, atmosphere, and the music. Such a cool, memorable place. I will always visit when on vacation in destin. This place is one of a kind. ✨🤍”

“Ask for G! Great service!”

“Food was absolutely amazing as well as the service! My boyfriend had us a table outside during the evening hours and it was very romantic. I had the swordfish and the wagyu wontons were to die for! Martinis were very refreshing and accommodated the meal perfectly. The key lime pie was HUGE and very light with a nice flavor. Service was excellent!”

“Best dinner at a restaurant in Destin that I can remember. Gyro with lamb was AMAZING! Our waitress Holly was top notch as well.”

“Excellent service & food was perfect! Highly recommend them !”

“We had beyond amazing experience at the emerald coast location. We sat outside with our two little kids. Our server walked out (Chante) and right away started to engage with the kids and made them smile and feel so welcome. As a parent it was just heartfelt and amazing to have someone so kind to the kids. It made our night the kindness that was shown. If we are ever back in Destin we will be going back.”

“Ruth Chris doesn’t hold back, you know exactly what to expect when you get here. Quality food, amazing service and a great atmosphere. The wine room looks amazing and all the decorations are fantastic. While the place was really busy you really couldn’t hear anyone else conversations and it still remained elegant with your friends and family. They decorated the table for the event that was being celebrated and the staff was very attentive and made sure that their service didn’t interrupt your privacy. The manager checked on all the tables and the staff knew their menu back and front. Everything being a la carte seems expensive but all their sides are for 2+. They also have the fixed price which includes a protein, appetizer, limited side selection and a dealers choice dessert. Will cost 100+ here but if you want a nice evening out, it’s worth it.”

“Beautiful restaurant and wonderful service from hostess to our server, Candace.”

“Birthday dinner with the fam was great!”

“Tia , our waitress was absolutely amazing! The food was so good ! Tia was absolutely attentive and friendly and we will definitely be back !”

“The food was much improved at the Destin restaurant on our last visit. The service has always been good but the food was not nearly as good as other Olive Garden’s.”

“The food is amazing here. The service is quick and attentive. They really take pride in their food.”

“Fabulous ambience, very creative island-centric vibes menu for drinks. Flavors were great – though for my frequent traveling, exploring new coffee shops being my most consistent venture, I will say these are among some of the most expensive brews I've come across, at least relative to size. Staff seemed all on different pages. I noted differences they were having in running operations. One barista sat reading her book while I asked 3x to place my order. I work in a cafe from time to time, so I know it could've just been a "SHE'S on the register, I'M only doing drinks today"... but still, when a guest is standing right in front of you with no other employee, obviously speaking to/repeating themself to you, if you absolutely truly cannot assist them, at the very least say, "Sorry, I don't know how to [XYZ]."”

“First time visiting the PCB location. Absolutely delicious! Servings are huge . The food was served fast and hot. Going back for breakfast tomorrow. Best breakfast ever !!”

“Kayleigh (I hope I’m spelling her name right) is absolutely amazing! My family and I found this place on google and decided to try it, at first we were a bit nervous because we have an autistic son and weren’t sure we’d be welcome. We were greeted and served amazingly by Kayleigh the entire time! My son eventually had a small emotional outburst and knocked over a glass of water making a small scene and I immediately was reduced to tears because I could hear the other patrons talking about us, immediately I felt humiliated and maybe we were at the wrong place. Kayleigh came out and helped me wipe up the water with towels and was so incredibly kind and understanding!! Thank you Kayleigh! You are a gem!”

“A fun place to eat. The wait was long for both our seat and our food, but we came around spring break. There is an arcade, sand toys, and bag toss for the kids while they wait. You can sort of see the sunset. We had to wait almost 45 minutes for our food after we ordered but all food was hot when it came out.”

“never had a bad meal all is good just sit and enjoy”

“I had the All Star Breakfast. This is the first place I ate while on vacation. We don’t have Waffle House in Texas. The smell of waffles filled the restaurant. 😋”

“Good cheese burgers and I LOVE their French Fries 🍟 😋”

“Our second year to book with Pelican Beach .. love it! The cafe had great breakfast options and reasonably priced. The food and drinks option at beach was a treat .. pretty expensive .. but the food did not disappoint. Only problem was elevators .. long lines waiting for elevators. We were on the 4th floor so we used the stairs as much as possible.”

“The fries were cold but the burger was good. I don’t come here often cause whataburgers are only in north Florida and the panhandle. I’m in south Florida. I give this experience a 7/10 I still Recommend it.”

“This place is a MUST if you go to Destin. Our daughter moved there last year and introduced us to them and it is a staple of our visits now. The two guys working behind the counter are very friendly, and always playing around and teasing. It’s apparent they love their work and their customer service is top notch. All of the employees there are friendly and helpful! And, hands down…..the best ice cream!!”

“I’m a repeat customer to Vinny McGuire’s and it is hands down one of the best pizzas you will ever taste. Friendly, fast, and with the size of those slices there’s plenty to take home. Good assortment of adult beverages too 😏 10/10”

“My husband & I both got oatmilk caramel machiatto's, eggs benedict, & 1 biscuit & gravy. The latte was delicious & so was the food! It's a cute place & very clean. They had yummy pastries & all food I saw looked fabulous. There was no wait when we arrived, & then lunch rush came. I'll go back again! The staff is pleasant & the food is fresh quality!”

“Favorite ice cream place in Destin. Carmel peanut butter cookie dough ice cream is to die for. Key lime is great as well! Friendly and fast service. Clean. Waffle cones are perfect and not over baked.”

“Sunday Brunch and our server Laura was great, attentive and fast. Would recommend for a Sunday and very dog friendly”

“Yummy cookies

Parking: Good psrking

Kid-friendliness: Freindly

Wheelchair accessibility: Space for wheel chair”

“Que pasa?! Great workers, great food, & a great margarita! Also it was my daughter’s birthday & they definitely out did theirselves!!”

“Shrimp tacos Baja style were fantastic! My husband enjoyed the ground beef tacos southwest style! Great lunch on our last day in Destin!”

“Great food! Great service! They really care about the customers and quick service! I stop in everytime I’m in town!”

“Yulan was a great guide on a truly unique ice cream experience. She helped us get good combinations (vanilla base with red velvet cake, chocolate with Kit Kat). This is an experience not to be missed in Destin!”

“If you haven't been to Lady Ray’s Culinary Delights, you’re seriously missing out. This place is a hidden gem that delivers big flavor with every bite. From fresh-baked goods to handcrafted sandwiches, everything on the menu is absolutely delicious. But let’s talk about the French Dip—oh my sandwich-loving soul. It’s juicy, melty, perfectly seasoned, and only available during the first week of every month, which makes it feel like a culinary holiday. Pro tip: set a reminder and don’t miss it. I’d camp out for that dip. Do yourself a favor and give Lady Ray’s a visit—you’ll leave full, happy, and already planning your next order.”

“If you want great food, great service, and great beer, then Craft Bar is what you want. Great local brews, and Mandy was superb. The whole team worked flawlessly together. Hats off to the chef for perfect blackened fish of the day and the collards were just like my mom used to make. My meal, beer and service could not have been better. I would be a regular if I lived anywhere close.”

“Had the Dragon Roll, Ultimate Spicy Tuna Roll and Hurricane Roll. Was absolutely delicious!! Our waitress Rochelle was the best!!”

“friendly service good food”

“Chicken Pad Thai is amazing.”

“Fantastic place for breakfast and brunch. One of two Destin restaurants I simply have to go to while visiting. The Crawfish Eggs Toufee is amazing! Just wish I had bought a couple of those cute coffee mugs this past visit. :-)”

“Great service and great ice cream! You gotta stop and try!”

“Great service and great food. Reasonably priced!!!!”

“They got rid of all the rude kids and now they have the friendliest staff who never give us any issues when we may feel our order can be a little complicated , they are the sweetest and if my meal and service is great my day is great :))”

“Best bread I have had in this area...”

“We haven't been to a LongHorn Steakhouse in quite a while. We moved an area where there aren't any. I had forgotten just how good they are. The food is very good, is the service, and they have plenty of other things than steak. My wife had salmon, and I had BBQ ribs. Both were delicious. We had a strawberry short cake for dessert. It wasn't like any other cake I've ever had, but it was delicious as well.”

“Great food!!! Friendly server!!clean atmosphere”

“Great location in The heart of Destin. The outside patio and drive through are amazing. The service, atmosphere and food were outstanding! Loved the merch that was displayed and available for purchase.

Parking: Parking is In front on the restaurant

Kid-friendliness: Our granddaughter and her friend enjoyed the comfortable chairs, between them was a small table.They visited and loved their drinks and treats. Also a lower glass case for viewing and easy for them to choose.”

“Best authentic Italian restaurant in Destin . Been there dozens of times and always completely satisfied”

“Super Great Sushi!!!! Unfortunately they were out of Ramen, and our waiter served us drinks before sharing that information.
VERY COLD inside- take a jacket! Really fun atmosphere, server was nice, again- no ramen.”

“Quality sandwiches. If you've never tried jersey mikes, it's good stuff. The service seemed kinda annoyed and music was playing pretty loud the whole time.
Edit: lol at the reply”

“The scoops are delicious and side choices are amazing. You can’t go wrong no matter what you choose”

“Our Valentines Day dinner was amazing!!”

“I love this spot!!! The drinks remind me of fat Tuesday but STRONGER! The owner is amazing as well. Jello shots are also strong! I will def be back! Service was amazing and fast!”

“Good food, service, grabbed a quick bite before continuing ? our trip. I can't express how much i appreciate clean restroom for our kids, and thr restaurant ? very clean. Highly recommend.”

“Unfriendly Service.
I understand customer service can be difficult, but it’s not about you, It’s about putting a smile on your face no matter what and giving the customer the best experience you can. Gelato and sorbet were delicious.”

“The wedding cakes and cupcakes were perfect and tasted great! I went back for more and they had disappeared. The chocolate and the cherry vanilla were everyone’s favorites! Thank you!”

“This place is amazing ! I tried the White Cranberry Sangria! Amazing ! We also did 2 flights with multiple beers! All great! The pretzel amazing as well! If you are ever in Destin a must do! Not easy located but worth searching for!!! You will not be disappointed!”

“Amazing food, the staff was amazing and were great with our dogs! Visiting from Texas and we are so glad we tried you guys! 110% would recommend to anyone wanting amazing service and fabulous food! We ordered fried shrimp, and grilled shrimp. Appetizer was the crab dip.”

“Great burgers and excellent Chicken BLT! Our waiter Josh went above and beyond by answering our menu questions and being friendly! We are from Illinois and will probably be back if we return to Destin for vacation!”

“We ordered from Sarah K’s to be delivered to our weekend beach rental. The food was delicious and in the fridge when we arrived. We highly recommend!”

“I love this place! Everyone here is so friendly and helpful. There are so many options, truly something for everyone . Haven’t had one drink i disliked. Definitely recommend this place for a healthy pick me up.”

“Wow,I've been past it many times ,today I stopped in today much to my delight.OMG First the customer service was outstanding ,very nice people .The Mac and cheese so good ,creamy and cheesie,the chicken is so tasty crunchy ,i widh i would of bough more, but not greasy. Very good,the smoked chicken wing were off the chart.The chicken was so moist after sitting out and reheated .The Chicken is the Bestin , Destin.Thank you Thank you ill be a frequent flyer for sure.”

“Delicious and extremely fresh. Healthier choice for fast food in Destin. Good portions too. you really can't go wrong but I love the krab and seaweed salad toppings.”

“First time eating Jamaican food. OMG!! I had the best jerk chicken and Oxtails. Jerk sliders and the fried Plaintains were absolutely delicious. Here on vacay and I will be returning again before I leave. Love this restaurant. Food is 10 out of 10! Five stars.”

“Joined in on a hot hatha yoga sesh with Ashley. The drop in rate was $20, mat, props and water provided. Ashley is really fun to talk to. Her class was the perfect blend of breath work and yoga poses. I am advanced in my practice and would recommend this class to all levels from beginner to expert. The vibes were on point and Ashley was very welcoming and knowledgeable. I will be back!”

“Fabulous ambience, very creative island-centric vibes menu for drinks. Flavors were great – though for my frequent traveling, exploring new coffee shops being my most consistent venture, I will say these are among some of the most expensive brews I've come across, at least relative to size. Staff seemed all on different pages. I noted differences they were having in running operations. One barista sat reading her book while I asked 3x to place my order. I work in a cafe from time to time, so I know it could've just been a "SHE'S on the register, I'M only doing drinks today"... but still, when a guest is standing right in front of you with no other employee, obviously speaking to/repeating themself to you, if you absolutely truly cannot assist them, at the very least say, "Sorry, I don't know how to [XYZ]."”

“Our Valentines Day dinner was amazing!!”

“This was delicious! Yummy chicken and we had the Peruvian rice and green beans! My only regret is it’s my first visit and I believe they’ve been open for about 8 months! We will definitely become regular customers! 😊”

“Great sports bar that has the best wings and pizza in town! A large selection of drafts, and the attached Speakeasy provides great entertainment & an excellent variety of cocktails. Service was quick and attentive. Will for sure stop back in when in Niceville.”

“We just had lunch at the Destin Cracker Barrel. Our server was Kash and she was brand new at the job. She is a true asset to your organization. She is precious and so friendly and helpful. We’ll surely return and hopefully she’ll be working again.”

“Great service and great food. Reasonably priced!!!!”

“Mariah was the best all servers should be so talented. She made our day so fun. They call the wind. If you see this Mariah watch for Brad. Food was good also we have gone to PJ for years when in Destin always good. Shout put to Ed.”

“My husband had raw oysters and said they were some of the best he ever had. He then got the blackened grouper with an amazing sauce. I had the chicken alfredo and it was delicious! We had a great server, TJ!”

“The Back Porch did not disappoint one bit. We loved the atmosphere. We were seated out on the back porch right in front of the gulf and had a wonderful breeze blowing the whole time, which was great since we were visiting Florida in August. We got seafood and steak. The steak was amazing and tender. The grouper, crab bites and twice baked potatoes were delicious! We will definitely be back!”

“Amazing Tacos Food is always hot, fresh, and delicious.”

“We love Chippers and make it a weekly visit. I get the Destiny burger every time bc it is just so good, I can’t think of ordering anything else. My husband loves the ribs. Sweet potato fries and fried cornbread are excellent. Highly recommend this place for consistent deliciousness!”

“Allison made an amazing peppermint Frappuccino and caramel macciato. Both were way better than Starbucks.”

“This place is amazing! Was here last your and this came with another great experience, and plan on being a patron for as long as I keep coming to Destin! Great people and always willing to share there cooking ideas, and not to mention they will cook it for you. My experience is a 10 all the way ! Thanks guys”

“Great food, great service, great time and we will be back.”

“Hosted a party for 50 people. Management and staff went out of their way to make sure that everything went well. The service was great, and the food was exceptionally good. The pizza got rave revies from the group who are primarily from Chicago.”

“We recently had the pleasure of enjoying the food for an event catered by Artistic Catering. The food was just amazing! Our favorite was the shrimp & grits, but everything absolutely fantastic. Even the tablescape & serving platters looked awesome. The staff was knowledgeable, professional while the owners, Tommy & Kylie were extremely hospitable & friendly. You could tell they take pride in their craft. ♥ Our whole party loved them. I just wished they were in Orlando! ☺ We would definitely recommend them for your next party or event.”

“Great place with really good food and amazing staff. This place never gets old and is a favorite to eat at when in Destin. I can always find something new on the menu to try. Ali and Liezl are great too! They can always point you in the right direction if you don't know what to order. Highly recommend this place to anyone visiting.”

“The food is absolutely AMAZING, but the service is EVEN BETTER, a couple of friends and I went and sat in to this establishment. Pimlada was outstanding from beginning to end!! Please continue to have this great spirit float around your restaurant. Definitely coming BACK!”

“We stayed in Destin for a week and stumbled upon this place. It’s a little rough from the outside - looks like it’s in a mobile home trailer - but don’t let that fool you. The food and service were both excellent. My daughter insisted we come back and eat at Thai Smile our last night in town. We are vegetarians and they were very polite, informative and accommodating, and remembered us when we came back. Highly recommend.”

“Excellent pizza, good price. Highly recommend”

“Robin was fantastic. Thank you so much!”

“Waiter David F. Took great care of us!”

“Blacked out here one time when I was 15. 10/10 would do it again.”

“Surf hut is always our go-to when in Destin. We usually go twice. The shrimp tacos are amazing!! Just spent the week in Destin and had great food and awesome service both times we went. Went Wednesday around 5pm had a lady server who was so friendly and took our family picture for us. The food was fantastic and super quick. Our family of 3 was seated with no wait. Went again on Saturday around 6:30pm, no wait time, and had great food and even better service. Clark our server was so nice and helpful and went above and beyond during our meal service.”

“A fun place to eat. The wait was long for both our seat and our food, but we came around spring break. There is an arcade, sand toys, and bag toss for the kids while they wait. You can sort of see the sunset. We had to wait almost 45 minutes for our food after we ordered but all food was hot when it came out.”

“Great food, great service, great time and we will be back.”

“Amazing food, the staff was amazing and were great with our dogs! Visiting from Texas and we are so glad we tried you guys! 110% would recommend to anyone wanting amazing service and fabulous food! We ordered fried shrimp, and grilled shrimp. Appetizer was the crab dip.”

“Great burgers and excellent Chicken BLT! Our waiter Josh went above and beyond by answering our menu questions and being friendly! We are from Illinois and will probably be back if we return to Destin for vacation!”

“My team and I have had the opportunity to dine at Dat Burrito Place multiple times over the past month, and each visit was a delightful experience from start to finish. I can confidently say that their commitment to friendly and prompt service is unmatched. From hearty burritos and flavorful rolled quesadillas to mouthwatering Mexican street corn, rich and savory birria, and light and crispy fish tacos, there's something to please every palate on their menu. Treat yourself and support local by giving Dat Burrito a try!”

“The food was amazing and the service was even better! Will definitely be back next year!!!”

“Had a wonderful dinner and dining experience with family. Food was amazing and so fresh. Great family atmosphere. Thank you for the Great service”

“Fantastic place for breakfast and brunch. One of two Destin restaurants I simply have to go to while visiting. The Crawfish Eggs Toufee is amazing! Just wish I had bought a couple of those cute coffee mugs this past visit. :-)”

“Tia , our waitress was absolutely amazing! The food was so good ! Tia was absolutely attentive and friendly and we will definitely be back !”

“First time visiting the PCB location. Absolutely delicious! Servings are huge . The food was served fast and hot. Going back for breakfast tomorrow. Best breakfast ever !!”