A Seafood Haven in DestinDuring our recent vacation in Destin, Florida, my companions and I had the pleasure of dining at Goatfeathers Restaurant not once, but three times. Located just outside of Destin, this culinary gem, under the attentive management of Patrick, left an indelible mark on our taste buds and vacation memories.Patrick's Restaurant is a seafood lover's paradise. From the moment we stepped through the door, the aroma of freshly prepared seafood greeted us, setting the stage for a remarkable dining experience. The ambiance is welcoming and relaxed, perfect for enjoying a leisurely meal after a day at the beach.One of the highlights of our visits was the fantastic happy hour offered from 3:00 to 5:00. With an impressive selection of drinks and appetizers at discounted prices, it was the ideal way to unwind and indulge before diving into our main course. Patrick's Restaurant truly knows how to elevate the happy hour experience.Now, let's talk about the star of the show: the seafood. Each dish we tried was a testament to the restaurant's commitment to quality and freshness. From succulent shrimp to perfectly grilled fish, every bite was bursting with flavor. The seafood is sourced locally, ensuring a true taste of the Gulf in every dish.In addition to the exceptional seafood offerings, Patrick's Restaurant also boasts a diverse menu catering to all palates. Whether you're craving a hearty steak or a fresh salad, there's something for everyone to enjoy. The attention to detail in every dish is evident, reflecting the culinary expertise of the kitchen staff.Of course, no dining experience would be complete without exemplary service, and Patrick's Restaurant delivers on all fronts. The staff is friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, always ready to offer recommendations or accommodate special requests.In conclusion, Goatfeathers exceeded all expectations during our vacation. With its fantastic happy hour, impeccable seafood dishes, and top-notch service, it's a must-visit for any food enthusiast traveling to the area. Whether you're a local or a visitor, dining at Patrick's is an experience you won't soon forget.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
kye rodgers
By far the best seafood restaurant in the area. The service was great and the food is
Very good service and incredible food, great place if you’re a visitor looking for good, as fresh as it gets seafood, definitely will be a repeat customer all the way from
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert K.
Went to Goatfeathers for lunch. Best seafood on vacation yet! We've tried three other seafood restaurants in the area and this is tops. Our waitress Nikki made the experience even better. Highly recommended. Freshest seafood of the trip! We tried it all...
Matt Edwards
Worst place to eat on 30a. The smell of rotten fish would kill a starving man's appetite, amazing that this dump has lasted this long in an area full of top-notch restaurants.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Braden Huser
Had a great time there with great food. I ordered that blackened grouper and it was delicious. Also had some raw oysters and that was great too. Owner is super nice and welcoming. Would highly
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Shrimp, Grouper, Raw Oysters
Maggie D.
Manager Patrick was the best!! Oysters and drinks were so awesome.. must go restaurant!!!
Brian Pitts
Finally we was able to come and dine at this place for the first time. Best experiences we ever had, food was amazing and service was top notch. It’s definitely one of our favorite restaurants at Santa Rosa!! It’s was so good we devour our main course before we could ever take pics.
Pedro is the most welcoming host, Heather is a wonderful server, and Patrick clearly loves his job and is the best manager of not just the business, but of the vibe! And best crab cakes I've ever tasted.
I've got to say this is the best shrimp I've had during our winter vacation. The breading was light and shrimp flavorful. The gumbo was superb. I'm not much of a fish lover, but I even liked the gumbo. We sat upstairs next to the big windows so we could see outside. Our waitress was very informative, and the chef customized the shrimp according to my food sensitivity. We will definitely be back and will bring all our family.
Felisha Virgin
My husband had oysters, and I ordered the king crab legs. Everything was fresh and delicious!We enjoyed our visit and will try them again the next time we're in Florida.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Mary Ann Hobbs
Goatfeathers is one of our favorite places in Santa Rosa Beach. We always have a great time and the food is excellent! Patrick, the manager does a great job of making you feel welcome and will do whatever it takes to make your experience a great one.Will, the bartender, is so friendly and efficient and makes a great martini! Service is also excellent, especially if you have Gideon or Kevin. It's a great place!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Oysters on the Half Shell, Grouper, Fried, Salad, Raw Oysters, Key Lime Pie, Bread Pudding, Crab Cake, Grilled Asparagus
Martha Lancaster
The oyster special was the reason we visited. They were delicious and presented beautifully. Hush puppies shrimp and salads were high quality. Will visit again when in town.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Greg B.
Picked this place for dinner. Ordered blackened Mahi-mahi. Had house salad and a Bushwaker from the bar. Also had the filet with shrimp. The blackened mahi-mahi lacked the blackened spice flavor. The tenderloin was tough and rubbery so we sent it back. Staff tried to exchange the fillet we ended up with the shrimp dinner. The shrimp was fine. Just not a $100 meal.
Wonderful food. Thank you Jessica.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A Seafood Haven in DestinDuring our recent vacation in Destin, Florida, my companions and I had the pleasure of dining at Goatfeathers Restaurant not once, but three times. Located just outside of Destin, this culinary gem, under the attentive management of Patrick, left an indelible mark on our taste buds and vacation memories.Patrick's Restaurant is a seafood lover's paradise. From the moment we stepped through the door, the aroma of freshly prepared seafood greeted us, setting the stage for a remarkable dining experience. The ambiance is welcoming and relaxed, perfect for enjoying a leisurely meal after a day at the beach.One of the highlights of our visits was the fantastic happy hour offered from 3:00 to 5:00. With an impressive selection of drinks and appetizers at discounted prices, it was the ideal way to unwind and indulge before diving into our main course. Patrick's Restaurant truly knows how to elevate the happy hour experience.Now, let's talk about the star of the show: the seafood. Each dish we tried was a testament to the restaurant's commitment to quality and freshness. From succulent shrimp to perfectly grilled fish, every bite was bursting with flavor. The seafood is sourced locally, ensuring a true taste of the Gulf in every dish.In addition to the exceptional seafood offerings, Patrick's Restaurant also boasts a diverse menu catering to all palates. Whether you're craving a hearty steak or a fresh salad, there's something for everyone to enjoy. The attention to detail in every dish is evident, reflecting the culinary expertise of the kitchen staff.Of course, no dining experience would be complete without exemplary service, and Patrick's Restaurant delivers on all fronts. The staff is friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, always ready to offer recommendations or accommodate special requests.In conclusion, Goatfeathers exceeded all expectations during our vacation. With its fantastic happy hour, impeccable seafood dishes, and top-notch service, it's a must-visit for any food enthusiast traveling to the area. Whether you're a local or a visitor, dining at Patrick's is an experience you won't soon forget.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
By far the best seafood restaurant in the area. The service was great and the food is
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Snow Crab Platter, Grilled Shrimp, Seafood Gumbo
Very good service and incredible food, great place if you’re a visitor looking for good, as fresh as it gets seafood, definitely will be a repeat customer all the way from
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went to Goatfeathers for lunch. Best seafood on vacation yet! We've tried three other seafood restaurants in the area and this is tops. Our waitress Nikki made the experience even better. Highly recommended. Freshest seafood of the trip! We tried it all...
Worst place to eat on 30a. The smell of rotten fish would kill a starving man's appetite, amazing that this dump has lasted this long in an area full of top-notch restaurants.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Had a great time there with great food. I ordered that blackened grouper and it was delicious. Also had some raw oysters and that was great too. Owner is super nice and welcoming. Would highly
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Shrimp, Grouper, Raw Oysters
Manager Patrick was the best!! Oysters and drinks were so awesome.. must go restaurant!!!
Finally we was able to come and dine at this place for the first time. Best experiences we ever had, food was amazing and service was top notch. It’s definitely one of our favorite restaurants at Santa Rosa!! It’s was so good we devour our main course before we could ever take pics.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Snow Crab Platter, Potatoes, Fried, Hushpuppies, Bread Pudding, Crab Cake
Pedro is the most welcoming host, Heather is a wonderful server, and Patrick clearly loves his job and is the best manager of not just the business, but of the vibe! And best crab cakes I've ever tasted.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I've got to say this is the best shrimp I've had during our winter vacation. The breading was light and shrimp flavorful. The gumbo was superb. I'm not much of a fish lover, but I even liked the gumbo. We sat upstairs next to the big windows so we could see outside. Our waitress was very informative, and the chef customized the shrimp according to my food sensitivity. We will definitely be back and will bring all our family.
My husband had oysters, and I ordered the king crab legs. Everything was fresh and delicious!We enjoyed our visit and will try them again the next time we're in Florida.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Goatfeathers is one of our favorite places in Santa Rosa Beach. We always have a great time and the food is excellent! Patrick, the manager does a great job of making you feel welcome and will do whatever it takes to make your experience a great one.Will, the bartender, is so friendly and efficient and makes a great martini! Service is also excellent, especially if you have Gideon or Kevin. It's a great place!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Oysters on the Half Shell, Grouper, Fried, Salad, Raw Oysters, Key Lime Pie, Bread Pudding, Crab Cake, Grilled Asparagus
The oyster special was the reason we visited. They were delicious and presented beautifully. Hush puppies shrimp and salads were high quality. Will visit again when in town.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Picked this place for dinner. Ordered blackened Mahi-mahi. Had house salad and a Bushwaker from the bar. Also had the filet with shrimp. The blackened mahi-mahi lacked the blackened spice flavor. The tenderloin was tough and rubbery so we sent it back. Staff tried to exchange the fillet we ended up with the shrimp dinner. The shrimp was fine. Just not a $100 meal.