PLACES TO EAT

GREAT SOUTHERN CAFE

Featured in Taste of Home Magazine, Chef Jim Shirley’s hot spot in beautiful downtown Seaside known for great seafood, steaks, burgers, local fresh vegetables and amazing breakfast! Dine on the deck, inside, or at the happening bar. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner.

Great Southern Cafe came to Seaside in 2006 and has steadily gained a loyal following since then. Visitors from all over make sure they stop in Great Southern when in town and locals come week after week, whether they are bringing their families or coming for the killer happy hour!

THE PANCAKERY

From scrumptious pancakes and waffles to tasty omelettes; Benedicts and crepes; your taste buds will definitely be craving more. In the mood for lunch? Come check out our overstuffed baked potatoes, salads, and delicious sandwiches. Don’t forget, The Pancakery is open from 7a.m. to 2 p.m. providing Destin with delicious food and a fun, family atmosphere.

LULU’S DESTIN

Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s is all about crazy fun! There are so many different elements that go into the experience- the fabulous food, great service, family-friendly environment, fun shopping, a beach for the kids, live music nightly, and waterfront ambiance- all in a facility designed to give a taste of the authentic Destin LuLu’s Lifestyle. Our job is to make it look really easy and to give our customers permission to take a break from life for a while. Bottom line- it’s all about food, fun, and family!
GUMBO LOVE!

THE BACK PORCH

A favorite with the locals since 1974, The Back Porch Seafood & Oyster House in Destin got started in a small A-frame building on the beach (pictured above).  We instantly made a name for ourselves by serving delicious Gulf seafood with the best Gulf views.  A few years later, we invented the Amberjack sandwich, and the rest is history.

THE CRAB TRAP

Whether it’s fresh Gulf shrimp or mounds of crab legs you crave, we’ve got you covered with all the beach favorites!  Sink your claws into five different variations of wild, natural, and sustainable crustaceans that’ll leave you crab-isfied.  From coladas to daiquiris, frozen cocktails are a must at the beach and our bartenders don’t disappoint. 

CAPTAIN DAVE’S ON THE GULF

Welcome to Capt. Dave’s on the Gulf! Over the past 50 years, Capt Dave’s On The Gulf a Destin seafood restaurant has built a reputation of exceeding expectations and in doing so, has become one of the Emerald Coast best-loved traditional seafood restaurants. Our seafood menu, inspired by traditional waterfront dining, features American seafood cuisine infused with a contemporary Gulf Coast twist. We offer wonderful daily specials that offer exceptional value to locals and tourists alike. Please come visit us at Capt Dave’s on the Gulf and experience floor-to-ceiling windows offering fabulous scenic backdrops to your dining experience. The full-service bar provides a spacious lounge complete with everything from top-shelf margaritas to a unique list of elaborate & fabulous martinis to complement the comfortable, elegant atmosphere Capt Dave’s on the Gulf has to offer. Our guests have been dining with us for generations and often have grown up coming to Destin Florida and Capt Dave’s On The Gulf for holidays, special occasions or just a night out with the family. Isn’t it time you experienced it for yourself?

POMPANO JOE’S SEAFOOD HOUSE

THE TRAVEL CHANNEL FEATURED POMPANO JOE’S AS THE ULTIMATE BEACH SNACK SHACK & ONE OF THE WORLD’S BEST BEACH RESTAURANTS!

If you are in Destin or Panama City Beach, Pompano Joe’s Seafood House is a destination you must visit.   Known for its fresh affordable Gulf seafood prepared with a Caribbean flavor, Pompano Joe’s is not your typical seafood restaurant.  We’re a neighborhood beach place where you can “savor the flavor” of the Islands!

THE SURF HUT

Surf on over to our hut for fun in the sun, killer waterfront views, and fresh from the Gulf seafood. Open since 2014, Surf Hut serves up southern hospitality and the best that land and sea have to offer. 

MCGUIRE’S IRISH PUB

McGuire’s Irish Pub first opened in 1977 as a small neighborhood pub in a shopping center. In 1982 McGuire’s moved to its current location; Pensacola’s original 1927 Old Firehouse. Inside the pub you’ll find a turn-of-the-century, New York Irish Saloon-themed 615-seat restaurant.

We are celebrated for our atmosphere boasting more than One Million signed dollar bills hanging from the ceilings and walls of the Pub. In 1996, a second location, McGuire’s Irish Pub of Destin opened on beautiful Destin Harbor with the same great food and live Irish entertainment.

DEWEY DESTIN’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

The original location, where it all began. Travel down our gravel drive and you’re immediately transported into old Florida. This location may be a shack on the water, but it offers the prettiest views of Crab Island and the best seafood in town. At this location, you do not have a server, but rather order at a window, grab a seat, and take in the view. Don’t be alarmed when one of our friendly employees comes hollering your name–they’re just bringing your meal to you!

THE DONUT HOLE BAKERY CAFE

One of the most popular restaurants in Destin has to the The Donut Hole, and for good reason. A true staple of the Destin area for locals and visitors alike, The Donut Hole consistently serves up incredibly delicious entrees, desserts, cakes, and of course donuts. Be sure to get here early, especially in the height of summer. By 9am, you’ll have to wait in line to get a table, but the wait is more than worth it every single time. Whether you get an over-sized omelet, eggs benedict, donuts, or other any other breakfast classics, you won’t be disappointed.

KENNY D’S BEACH BAR & GRILL

We have nothing but the freshest bread shipped from Leidenheimer in New Orleans for our Po-boys.  We serve fried, grilled, boiled or broiled seafood including fish such as Grouper and MahiMahi, oysters on the half shell, Garlic Parmesan or Rockefellar Oysters, big gulf shrimp and popcorn shrimp for the smaller appetites.  We have crawfish boils on Sunday in season (usually from February to June).  We have crab claws and calamari and we also serve chicken and steak dishes with “BIG salads” and pasta dishes including Alfredo and Marinara. We have live music on the deck when we can and plenty of televisions for the sports fanatics.  A funky bar with “customized” artwork for you to enjoy with an assortment of music including Zydeco, Country, Reggae, Pop, etc. playing in the background.

THE MARINA CAFE

At Destin’s most Awarded Restaurant Marina Cafe it is all about sensational food, attentive service and breathtaking harbor views from the candlelit dining room that envelopes you in soft colors, and high ceilings. Relax and enjoy our extensive wine collection with over 100 wines that perfectly complement the wonderfully progressive cuisine. With fresh daily seafood selections, USDA prime steaks, pastas, sushi and wood-fired pizzas, there is something for everyone at Marina Café.

MARY’S KITCHEN

Bring the family and don’t break the bank.  Vacations are expensive feeding the family shouldn’t be.  Whether its been a long day at the beach or a late night on the town Mary’s Southern Traditional favorites got you covered. 

THE BREAKFAST TABLE CAFE

The Breakfast Table Cafe is a delightfully unexpected treasure in the heart of Destin, filled with the aromas, flavors & love of grandma’s kitchen. You’ll savor fresh, delicious comfort food, prepared with style and served with signature family hospitality by folks who care to know I remember your name. Cherished by locals & prized by visitors, it’s the contemporary gathering spot of days gone by. Simply, home…at last.