Finding your next coastal moment…
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20 places on this page · More to explore
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Restaurant · Destin
Coastal restaurant and café at Crystal Beach in Destin. The café serves breakfast and lunch, while the evening restaurant offers Gulf seafood, sushi, and other dinner dishes, with seafood supplied by Harbor Docks Wholesale Seafood Market.
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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 · Destin
Harbor Docks is a waterfront restaurant overlooking Destin Harbor. Established in 1979, it serves seafood supplied through its own wholesale market, along with sushi and other made-from-scratch dishes. Deck seating offers harbor views, and the restaurant also hosts private events.
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Restaurant · Destin
Breakfast, brunch, and lunch restaurant in Destin offering homestyle favorites, coastal-inspired dishes, and specialty drinks. Crackings serves classics alongside dishes such as lobster Gouda grits in a casual setting on Highway 98.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Evie Mae’s Pit Barbecue brings Texas-style barbecue to Miramar Beach. The menu includes oak-smoked brisket, pulled pork, turkey, sausage and pork ribs, with combo plates, sandwiches and family packs. Scratch-made sides include potato salad, collard greens, baked potato casserole and cornbread. Guests can dine in or order barbecue to go.
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Attraction · Destin
Kelly Plantation Golf Club is an 18-hole course in Destin that welcomes public play. Golfers can enjoy a coastal setting, a pro shop, and a clubhouse with a covered veranda overlooking the lake and finishing greens. The club also offers membership options and spaces for weddings and special events.
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Attraction · Miramar Beach
J.Leon Gallery + Studio is a fine-art destination in Miramar Beach featuring work by local artists. Visitors can explore the gallery, discover artwork for their collections, and connect with the creative community. A working ceramics studio and a calendar of classes and events add hands-on opportunities to the gallery experience.
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Restaurant · Destin
Waterfront seafood restaurant on Destin Harbor serving Southern-inspired Gulf seafood, raw and baked oysters, and cocktails. Casual indoor and outdoor dining, harbor views, and live music create a relaxed setting for lunch or dinner.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Luxury pontoon rentals, double-decker slide boats, and yacht charter services for exploring local bays and Crab Island.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Lively Cajun sports bar featuring an outdoor pool and signature dishes like gumbo and crawfish.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Luxury event planner specializing in upscale beach bonfires and curated boho picnics.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Cafe and cocktail spot in Seagrove Beach serving espresso drinks, cold brew, tea, matcha, smoothies, and cocktails along Scenic 30A.
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Resort · Destin
Holiday Surf & Racquet Club offers one- and two-bedroom beachfront vacation condos on Destin’s Holiday Isle. The Gulf-facing property has direct beach access, a swimming pool, and tennis courts, with restaurants, shopping, and harbor activities a short drive away.
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Attraction · Destin
Sure Lure offers guided fishing trips from Destin Fishing Fleet Marina on the harbor. Family-friendly outings include bottom fishing, offshore and inshore trolling, cobia sight fishing, and deep-water trips. Anglers can choose half-day, full-day, night, or overnight adventures with Captain Don Dineen and his crew.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Captain Phil is a native to the Grayton Beach area. He has been fishing in the gulf since 1986 and knows the bottom structures very well. Personal service is important to Captain Phil and he is motivated to ensure that you have a fun and exciting experience!
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.
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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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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Glow Paddle offers evening outings in transparent kayaks illuminated from underneath at the WaterColor Boathouse on Western Lake. The two-person kayaks create a colorful nighttime paddling experience in Santa Rosa Beach. Visitors should check the operator’s booking calendar and current conditions before planning an outing.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Asian restaurant in Blue Mountain Beach serving sushi, seafood, meats, and vegetables with Gulf Coast influences, with indoor dining and a porch overlooking Draper Lake.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Lori Drew Art Studio is a working gallery in Point Washington where the artist creates coastal-inspired paintings using oil and cold wax on handmade wood panels. Visitors can see her work and learn about her process. Call or text ahead before visiting the studio on Summer Breeze Lane.
