Finding your next coastal moment…
A little local discovery
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20 places on this page · More to explore
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Restaurant · Alys Beach
George’s at Alys Beach serves coastal cuisine with global influences in a cottage-style restaurant along 30A. The menu emphasizes seafood and seasonal produce, with indoor and porch seating. A rooftop viewing deck overlooks Alys Beach and provides a place to enjoy a drink while waiting for a table.
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Restaurant · Destin
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Cowgirl Kitchen’s Blue Mountain Beach market and café serves casual coastal comfort food, including breakfast tacos, biscuits, waffles, sandwiches, shrimp tacos, and burgers. Stop in for a meal on the patio or pick up prepared foods and provisions to enjoy at home.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Modern European restaurant in Miramar Beach serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Commelfo features local seafood, prime steaks, pasta, and a wine selection in an intimate setting, with free parking near the restaurant.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Casual eatery serving a seasonal menu of grilled meats and seafood alongside wood-fired pizzas, sushi and small plates, plus beers, wine and cocktails.
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Restaurant · Destin
Louisiana Lagniappe is a waterfront restaurant inside Sandpiper Cove in Destin, serving Gulf seafood and steaks with Creole influences. Established in 1984, the Destin location offers dinner in a relaxed, upscale setting overlooking the harbor.
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Restaurant · Destin
HarborWalk Village restaurant overlooking Destin Harbor, serving local seafood, American favorites, and daily brunch in a lighthouse setting.
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Restaurant · Destin
First Watch in Destin serves breakfast, brunch and lunch at 4427 Commons Drive East in Paradise Key at Kelly Plantation. The menu includes made-to-order breakfast favorites, seasonal dishes, fresh juices and coffee, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options listed. Guests can dine inside or on the outdoor patio, join the waitlist online or order ahead for pickup.
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Restaurant · Destin
El Jalisco is a Mexican restaurant at Destin Commons on Legendary Drive. Its menu includes tacos, fajitas, chimichangas, nachos and grilled chicken dishes, with beer, wine and margaritas in a casual dining room. The Destin location offers dine-in service, online pickup ordering and catering.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
A casual pizza bar and trattoria in Seaside, serving Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas and Italian-inspired dishes along Scenic Highway 30A. Enjoy pizza, pasta, and a drink near the beach at Bud & Alley’s Pizza Bar + Trattoria.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Italian restaurant and artisan bakery in Santa Rosa Beach offering handmade dishes in a small, relaxed dining room. The menu includes specialty pizzas, pasta, chicken and seafood entrées, appetizers, and desserts.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Coffee shop on Scenic Gulf Drive serving Hawaiian coffee, Kona blends, espresso drinks, teas, smoothies, and breakfast sandwiches.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Barbecue counter on Seaside’s Airstream Row serving smoked-meat sandwiches, classic sides, frozen desserts, beer, and beach drinks from a surf-themed Airstream trailer.
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Restaurant · Destin
Graffiti Pizza Destin is a locally owned pizzeria at Destin Commons, serving New York-style pizza by the slice or as customizable 20-inch pies. Its dough is made from scratch, and the restaurant pairs its pizza with local artwork, a full outdoor bar and televisions for watching sports. Find it at 4287 Legendary Drive.
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Restaurant · Rosemary Beach
Rosemary Beach coffee shop serving locally roasted organic and fair trade coffee, espresso drinks, teas, and pastries at North Barrett Square.
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Restaurant · Destin
Sports nutrition store specializing in handcrafted teas such as loaded teas and shakes.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Ice cream shop in Blue Mountain Beach serving homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, and freshly made waffle cones. The Shake Shop behind the creamery also offers milkshakes, frozen custard, donuts, and coffee.
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Restaurant · Alys Beach
Caliza Restaurant offers lunch with casual American cuisine and drinks in a relaxed, poolside, outdoor setting with views of the pool for Alys Beach Homeowners
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Restaurant · Destin
Dippin’ Dots Okaloosa is your go-to mobile crew serving frozen delights across Okaloosa County, Panama City Beach, Pensacola, and all cities in between along the Florida Panhandle. 🌴☀️ From beach bashes and birthdays to weddings, school events, corporate gatherings, and community fairs, we take your celebration to the next level with our unique treats. 🎉🎈 Craving a classic favorite or something new? We’ve got you covered! Let’s make your next event extra sweet and memorable. 🍨✨ #DippinDotsOkaloosa #FloridaFun #SweetTreatsOnTheGo 🚀 #DippinDotsOkaloosa #FloridaFun #SweetTreatsOnTheGo 🚀
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Restaurant · Destin
Casual waterfront oyster bar on Destin Harbor offering raw and baked oysters, seafood, gumbo, cold drinks, and live music. Its open-air bar and outdoor seating overlook the harbor.
