The Back Porch

1740 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin
(850) 837-2022

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Cat Burke

Always a great meal with great views

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jennifer Tompkins

Great view, great service

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Jhonny Leonardo

Blue sea, White Sand and a good restaurant 👌

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Esther Lee

A really packed restaurant targeting tourists. The one lady at the front was really quite rude when I asked if there was outdoor seating. I didnt even catch it because I was overwhelmed by the sheer amount of noise in the place, but my husband and another lady customer noticed. Outdoor seating was closed due to it being closed, which i get. Our waitress was fantastic. She was so great, I hate that I cant remember her name. Grouper sandwich was average. Gumbo was good. Prices are high, but i imagine thats all of Destin.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 5

Stefany Scales

The place was nice and the waiter was attentive.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Shawne Griffin

Blah... Don't bother. Go to Pompano Joe's instead. Although owned by the same org, Back Porch doesn't have the right somebody in their kitchen. Pompano Joe's definitely does!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 2

Tanzil Rahman

The snapper Florentine is to die for . Amazing food , service and the atmosphere. Love this place .

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Andrea Requena

We came to Destin as tourists and decided to try the chowder, but we didn’t like it—it was too spicy for our taste. The appetizers, however, were very good. Here are some photos of those. The place has a nice atmosphere and good service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Shannon Henegar

Great food, amazing service and spot on recommendations from our server Alexys! Calamari, Fish Basket and Amberjack Parmesan, all delicious! Quiet Friday Night date night to kick off 2026

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Granny On the GO!

For 30ish years, The Back Porch has always been a great Go To. At times, it can be extremely crowded but it's never been an issue for us. Windows open, on the beach, casual eatery with yummy food. Looking for upscale ~ keep looking ~ there are lots of places. Great place to catch the game while eating at the bar. This tradition, this place and the Blackened Grouper Sandwich never disappoint.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

nenagh O'Leary

So good we went back two days later for seconds! The mahi mahi fish tacos were phenomenal!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Benjamin Mealey

Amazing food, and not too pricy in a tourist area. The bronzed grouper was awesome, as was the crab.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Peggy Krupicka

Incredible food, beautiful views. Just sad I didn't see any of the cats. They were hiding and staying warm.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Arshon Benson

Man words can't describe how good this food was. I don't think there is a bad thing on the menu. Keylime pie will change your life.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Gladys Wireman

Waitress was great! Food was awesome! Definitely on the pricey side, but worth it as we were celebrating my husband's birthday.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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