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Surf Hut
Yum yum yum!! This spot was just a few minutes' walk on the beach from where we were. The inside is very nice looking, lots of seating plus outside seating! Such a beautiful view! Plus, they had corn hole games. The food was absolutely delicious. Get the tacos, all of them! And the cheese grits were personally my favorite! We tried the seafood cheese dip, a burger and fries, all were so good! Our waitress (Ashley, i think) was wonderful and so helpful and kind. Would love to stop here again when in destin!
If even half of our dining experiences in 2025 are as good as our experience here we will have a happy 2025!!! We ate lunch (brunch for us) on New Years Day... arrived about 10 minutes before they opened but the staff welcomed us in like we were old friends. We sat in the sunshine overlooking the beautiful Miramar Beach and sparkling Gulf of Mexico. The location was fantastic but so was the hospitality from the whole staff especially our server, Joey. We were indecisive with our orders and he walked us through our choices like a kind counselor with patience and good humor. I had the lunch portion of shrimp and grits which was a great value and a generous portion. The bay shrimp were delicious and the grits were perfectly smooth and creamy, and the andouille sauce gave the very best flavor without overwhelming. My husband had fried pork chops with collard greens and a side of Parmesan grits. He loved it all - sad the pork chops were fried perfectly without being greasy and the meat was tender and juicy. My daughter had the grilled chicken sandwich and fries. She can be picky and for her to give a chicken sandwich 10/10 it means a lot. Her fries were better than we had at any restaurant on this trip. Joey was attentive without pestering and allowed us to leisurely enjoy the meal and the beautiful location. Usually great views mean poor food quality but the Surf Hut does not just rely on the location - they hit the trifecta on great food & drinks (great Bloody Marys), top notch hospitality & service and yes - gorgeous location. Thank you to the Surf Hut for getting our 2025 off to a great start!!!
RedBrick Pizza
Highly recommend this perfectly prepared and delicious pizza! Right amount of pepperoni and hamburger toppings, and cheese - plus the crust is super crispy! Also, the service was outstanding! Not only did Ashley make an exceptional pizza but she also provided excellent service and checked on us too! She made our experience and we will absolutely return to this Destin Commons location!
I worked in the Pizza Delivery business going back nearly 24 years, and I have never, never seen such dismal,disorganized, and duplicitous ethic in my life. This experience was an absolute joke. First and foremost, I called the number at least 3 times in the span of 25 minutes and no one ever answered the receiver. Second, I quickly tried to make sure they bring Crushed Peppers and they couldn’t even do that. The Couriers were fantastic. That’s the ONLY positive thing I can say about the experience. The Ingredients were maybe a step ahead of Papa Johns, meaning for $18+ Tax and delivery charge, this was an absolute ripoff. Take a look at the photo. That’s not a ‘12, that’s not even ‘11. 10 inches is not a Medium pie. Does this Startup even KNOW the fundamentals of Crust sizes and kneading? I guess not. I’m a tourist here in Destin, not a Resident. I hadn’t even been in FL for 33 years. I expected a positive experience and didn’t even get it. To say how disappointed I am is an understatement. I feel like I wasted $23. I don’t recommend Redbrick. Period. Even Pizza Inn and TX exclusives like Villa Roma are 20X better. If you’re in Destin, go to Jets or Merlin instead. Utterly pathetic.👎
Thai Basil Destin
On vacation a week in Destin, and sadly only discovered this gem on my last day. Wish I live closer and can get food there frequently. I ordered sticky rice, a papaya salad, Pad Thai, and the whole fish, Pla Tod Rad Prik. Every dish was done to perfection, bursting with flavors, and so delicious! My waitress was attentive and very friendly.
Awesome Thai restaurant, definitely my favorite in the Destin/Fort Walton area. Everything I’ve had here is amazing, but the massaman curry is phenomenal and definitely my favorite.
O'Quigley's Seafood Steamer & Oyster Sports Bar
What a sports bar! Wall to wall TVs and a Saturday in September has every college football game you could want. Food is good bar food with seafood too. The beer list is extensive. I asked for whatever IPA was on tap and the waitress said they had at least 27 beers on tap and they changed often. We had a kids hamburger, half dozen raw oysters, and the wings. Everything was good and I loved the fries
We wanted to find a place to watch our teams play while we were out of town in Destin. I think we found O’Quigley’s just based on it being pretty close to where we were staying. Once I got there, I realized they have tons of specials during games and also for happy hour. We tried the blackened shrimp queso dip… I WILL be back the next time I’m in town to have this again. So good! One of the specials was buy one get one margaritas for $7, and I was surprised when they came out in a really tall glass (I was expecting a short glass, especially since it was BOGO). Great atmosphere, great deals, we had a great time!
Jackacuda's Seafood & Sushi
Trying new places brought us to Jackacuda's Seafood and Sushi. I was looking for a combination of good high quality sushi and fresh seafood. I got half of what I wanted. The atmosphere was nice and casual with a country vibe. Romeo, our server and also bartender, was nice enough but was too busy and the bar with drinks so we waited a little for orders and requests. The sushi consisted of mostly rolls with very little fresh sushi. As a matter of fact, there was no sushi or sashimi available. However, the apps and seafood plater was excellent with fresh Mahi and shrimps. Also, be aware of what's on your bill. This place automatically adds a 20% gratuity even for a party of two....which would be what I would usually tip (20-25%) but I don't like being forced to. I will likely not come back
We ordered sushi, fish tacos, and a poke bowl. The sushi seemed really fresh and was flavorful. We had the Orange Torch and the Kamala Ka Zee rolls. The Orange Torch was our favorite. The people working here were happy and seemed genuinely kind.
Fudpucker's Beachside Bar & Grill
Ryan Y. was an amazing server. He was professional, courteous and polite. He is definitely a customer service person. He warned us about the size of the nachos. Holly buckets, they are huge. We maybe ate 1/3 of them. They were very good. The atmosphere is awesome and fun.
Great friendly and family atmosphere! Jaylin, our waitress was awesome and Matt too! The whole place is phenomenal with the live alligators, big arcade, delicious food, and plenty places to take pictures. We loved ❤️ it! I will definitely return with my family!
Bitterroot
So much potential, squandered on bad service. Great food, well done! 5⭐️ Great atmosphere, well done! 5⭐️ Bad service, really quite baffling… 2⭐️ The cocktails/wine were on point, our food was delectable, but the service destroyed the experience. Yup. I would recommend all the things, although the fries had too much seasoning they were still really good. Just… not the service. Multiple times trying to flag him down, pull information out or remind him of a missed drink or item. This isn’t hipster, it’s just a bad experience. Also, right up front, just let us know your name so I don’t have to say “hey,” I’ll remember... I don’t expect this poor service for $300. Help me give you money! PS: I get it credit cards suck for fees, but 3.5% surcharge without letting us pay cash? What you doing?!
Our meal at Bitteroot was spectacular. This gem of a restaurant is tucked away at the end of a shopping plaza. The menu is not huge which I believe allows the chef to truly focus on every element of his dishes. They were all spectacular! Our appetizer and entrees were as beautiful as they were delicious. The bar serves unique craft cocktails as well as having an extensive menu of spirits and fine wine. Our server was very attentive. This is not a restaurant for the budget minded but instead it is a unique dining experience. We will definitely be back.
Hungry Howie's Pizza & Subs
I have seen where Hungry Howies is the 10th largest pizza chain in America with around 600 locations. Too bad you don't see more of these around. The pizza is really good and subs are better than expected. I like the different flavored crusts. As far as this location...The lady at the counter was very helpful, not only with food options, but with suggestions of things to do while in town. We ordered pepperoni pizza and subs. Food arrived fast and was really good. Dining area was small but clean and didn't seem overcrowded. Plan on spending $25-$30 for 2 people.
Current menu with prices in photos! Ordered pizza, Howie breadsticks, and a sub. Food was tasty! Wish Hungry Howies would open shop in the northeast TN area! Miss them!
Thai Smile
This was honestly one of the best meals I have ever had! We got the pad see eiw duck, crab ragoons, and sesame chicken. My husband agreed that it did taste authentic and one of the best meals he has too. The owner and cook were very nice and the cook checked on us multiple times to make sure our meal was okay. We thought it was very reasonably priced for all the food we got. I can’t recommend this place enough!
Visited several times for lunch and dinner. The hostess was very nice and promptly refilled our water and checked in with us. Food was great! We tried the Pad Won Sen (refreshing, huge portion), Pad Thai (one of the best I’ve had), Tom Yum (complex flavor and comforting), Pad Prik Gang (spicy and tasty), Mango Sticky Rice (not too sweet, also huge portion), and Thai Tea (not too sweet, perfect tea-to-milk ratio); all delicious! If something isn’t spicy enough, they will give you chili powder on the side to make it spicy to your liking. Best Thai restaurant around Destin that we tried! Definitely worth a stop. Especially great if you’re doing activities at or around Destin Harbor Boardwalk since it is right across the street! Please support this local business!
Chick-fil-A
Let me tell you about our legendary first visit to Chick-fil-A! As Canadians from Ontario, we were total Chick-fil-A rookies, but luckily, we met the ultimate MVP: Jen, the on-duty manager. We explained we’d never experienced the hype, and instead of judging our rookie status, she took us under her wing like a fast-food fairy godmother. She made stellar recommendations and—get this—didn’t even charge us. We were floored! The food? Absolutely amazing. But then things got next-level. Enter Tripp, the owner, who came by our table mid-meal like the Chick-fil-A ambassador of hospitality. Not only did he bring us a stuffed cow (yes, we now own Chick-fil-A merch!), but he also gifted us their signature chicken sandwich—THE sandwich that started it all. And just when we thought it couldn’t get better, Tripp swooped back with a warm cookie that was so good it might’ve brought a tear to our eye. This wasn’t just a meal; it was an experience. Jen and Tripp made us feel like royalty, and we left with full stomachs, a stuffed toy, and smiles we couldn’t wipe off our faces. If you haven’t been to Chick-fil-A, GO. And if you meet Jen or Tripp, tell them the Canadians sent you! Highly recommend this place—it’s more than a restaurant; it’s a memory in the making.
This has been by far the best Chick-fil-a. We were greeted in the parking lot by young man who inquired about our car… It’s a little smart car so everyone’s curious as how big it is inside so we gave him a tour. Then we walked through the front door and we were agreed to buy young lady with a beautiful smile and such a friendly attitude. We spoke with her for a few minutes before we placed our order because no one was behind us at that moment we got our seat and then we agreed to buy two other ladies who work for the company. All the employees appeared to be so happy and so friendly, and two of the ladies would randomly come by and greet us and chat with us for a few minutes as we ate. We love conversing w people so for my friend and I, this was great. Say on our way out the door we got hugs from the two ladies and a few extra minutes to take with us. We got our tour car there were mints put on each door handle. So we were so impressed that I decided to write a review. So come to find out that the gentleman who greeted us in the parking lot when we first pulled in with the owner of the restaurant. So I found his location come to find out he was working the drive-through taking orders. That’s my kind of boss. I would love working for someone like this. Because he rolls up his slaves and get his fingernails, dirty, and that speak volumes to me people read my reviews and looked at the photos. I have posted as well as videos and as of yesterday it was 4.5 million. So I met him formally and shared with him that I wanted to write a review and I’d like to take his picture, I told him I never tell people that I do because they treat you differently. When they don’t know, they’re getting a review you find out the real source of what’s going on in a business. I give it five stars … on the menu, he’ll get 10. The place was packed and I was so impressed… Highly highly recommend if on the Gulf Coast, Destin, Florida location.
Pompano Joe's
It’s located right by the ocean, so you can enjoy your meal with a beautiful sea view. The food felt a bit pricey compared to the portion and taste, but the place was still very busy. The staff were friendly, and if you enjoy drinks, they have a great selection of cocktails! And try crab legs. Most people were having that dish. I didn't know crab dish is popular here.kk
Went here with a party of 10 during spring break. Parking was easy to access, wait times were ok. Your full party must be there to get a table and they don't do reservations. We started out with appetizers of shrimp and some rolls. Both were good. Shrimp was pretty fresh. My main course was PHENOMENAL, I had the parmesean crusted grouper. This fish was FRESH and cooked to perfection. The crust was crispy and flavorful. It was also topped with a light cream sauce and lobster! This is my new favorite grouper meal ever. I am a local, and I eat a ton of fresh grouper! All in all our dinner was wonderful everyone was happy. Our server Seth was quick, polite, and knowledgeable. CHEERS - I HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Uncle Buck's Fish Bowl and Grill
If you come here, don't order the chicken fingers.. or hush puppies. I think our French fries were bigger than the chicken fingers and the hush puppies were so hard and burnt. For $18.00 it was the saddest plate of food I've ever had. Bowling had a 4 hr wait.. but the kids liked the games. So.. eh.
This place is absolutely terrible! We came and got lunch here and I ordered a kids meal chicken tenders. They were burnt to a crisp. It was the puniest little chicken basket I have ever ordered from a restaurant. And to top it off our server came back 30 minutes after we had already ordered to ask what our orders were. definitely would not recommended coming to uncle sucks.