Blakely's Guidebook for Destin
Food Scene
Go early to avoid the crowds. Delicious breakfast and amazing views.
14 locals recommend
Sunset Bay Cafe
158 Sandestin Blvd NGo early to avoid the crowds. Delicious breakfast and amazing views.
Mezcal Mexican Grill
80 Seascape DrYummy food and usually not super crowded.
Local Catch Bar & Grill
3711 W County Hwy 30ATry the catch of the day and the gumbo.
One of my absolute favs. The food never disappoints. Its such a treat to see Emeril in the kitchen. Softshell crab and squid ink pasta are two of my personal favorites. Reservations are basically mandatory.
61 locals recommend
Emeril's Coastal Italian
435 Grand BlvdOne of my absolute favs. The food never disappoints. Its such a treat to see Emeril in the kitchen. Softshell crab and squid ink pasta are two of my personal favorites. Reservations are basically mandatory.
One of our favorites. Gumbo, oysters, and po boys.
11 locals recommend
Slick Lips Seafood & Oyster House
140 Fisherman's CoveOne of our favorites. Gumbo, oysters, and po boys.
A bit of a drive but well worth it. You will not leave hungry! Large portions and don't forget to order senate bean soup for only 18 cents if you add it to your meal.
318 locals recommend
McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin
33 US-98A bit of a drive but well worth it. You will not leave hungry! Large portions and don't forget to order senate bean soup for only 18 cents if you add it to your meal.
Stinky's Fish Camp
5960 W County Hwy 30ASeagrove Village Market
2976 S County Hwy 395po boys
Casual dining on the water. Perfect for families with active kids or a couple who want to enjoy a drink and watch the sunset. They have burgers, sandwiches, seafood, and drinks
22 locals recommend
North Beach Social
24200 US-331Casual dining on the water. Perfect for families with active kids or a couple who want to enjoy a drink and watch the sunset. They have burgers, sandwiches, seafood, and drinks
This restaurant is located at the Sandestin beach access. Perfect after a long day on the beach. They have a great happy hour and we love the nachos. Indoor and outdoor seating.
22 locals recommend
The Beach House
4009 S Sandestin BlvdThis restaurant is located at the Sandestin beach access. Perfect after a long day on the beach. They have a great happy hour and we love the nachos. Indoor and outdoor seating.
Sightseeing
Jolee Island Nature Park
8868 Baypine DrMust visit. My absolute favorite part of Sandestin.
Grayton Beach State Park
357 Main Park RdTopsail Hill Preserve State Park
7525 W County Hwy 30ASunQuest Cruises SOLARIS Dining and Entertainment Yacht
9300 US-98Relaxing
Serenity by the sea Spa
4000 S Sandestin BlvdBeautiful spa with amazing amenities.
Activities
Baytowne Wharf Boulevard
Kids
Amazing kids club just around the corner at the links conference center. call ahead to reserve a spot for your kids. I have photos of it in my listing and will leave brochures on the fridge. A personal favorite of my kids.
CLUB KZ at Sandestin
160 Sandestin Boulevard NorthAmazing kids club just around the corner at the links conference center. call ahead to reserve a spot for your kids. I have photos of it in my listing and will leave brochures on the fridge. A personal favorite of my kids.
Views for days and delicious food. Go early and watch the sunset. You won't regret it.
122 locals recommend
The Bay
Views for days and delicious food. Go early and watch the sunset. You won't regret it.
I cannot say enough good things about this place. Its always on my list when someone asks where to eat in Seaside.
150 locals recommend
Great Southern Cafe
83 Central SquareI cannot say enough good things about this place. Its always on my list when someone asks where to eat in Seaside.
Baytowne Adventure Zone
9300 Baytowne Wharf BlvdVillage of Baytowne Wharf
9300 Baytowne Wharf Blvd#1 on my list. Restaurants, activities, and park.
Moo La-la Ice Cream & Desserts
101 Cannery LnBuccaneer Pirate Cruise
100 Harbor BlvdPools
Phil Hummel Aquatic Center
Incredible pool nearby
Walking distance to the house. This has a large pool and kid pool, restrooms, bay view and pond view.
Linkside Community Pool
Walking distance to the house. This has a large pool and kid pool, restrooms, bay view and pond view.
City advice
Getting around
restaurant information
Many of the restaurants are very short handed. I recommend trying to plan ahead and go early or late for dinner to avoid the wait. Order to go and bring it back to the house, ect. We love Roberto's pizza in Baytowne for delivery.
Don't miss
Fishing Charters
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