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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Louis Louis is a seafood café in Santa Rosa Beach known for its colorful décor, art-filled dining spaces, and patio seating. The menu includes blackened grouper, crab cakes, and shrimp and crawfish pasta, with a full cocktail bar and scheduled live music and events.
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Community recommendation calculation: (total stars + 17.5) ÷ (review count + 5). Five prior reviews at 3.5 stars reduce the effect of very small samples. Only published reviews from active, non-demo accounts count.
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Hotel · Miramar Beach
Residence Inn by Marriott Sandestin at Grand Boulevard is an all-suite hotel at 300 Grand Boulevard in the Destin–Miramar Beach area. The property offers studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom accommodations near Grand Boulevard’s shops and entertainment. Pet-friendly rooms are available, subject to the hotel’s policies and fees.
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Restaurant · Destin
Locally owned Italian café in Destin specializing in gourmet coffee, pastries, crepes, sandwiches, and salads. The café serves breakfast and lunch, with coffee, meats, and cheeses imported from Italy.
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Resort · Miramar Beach
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is a Miramar Beach resort community with vacation accommodations, golf courses, a marina and the shops and entertainment of Baytowne Wharf. Lodging options span settings near the beach and Choctawhatchee Bay. Check the resort’s website for current arrival information and amenity availability.
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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 · Seaside
Long-standing, laid-back eatery on the beach with an eclectic menu plus an open-air bar upstairs
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Lively restaurant, oyster bar, and live music venue serving Gulf-caught seafood, sushi, and coastal cocktails.
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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 · Miramar Beach
Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Breakfast, brunch, and lunch cafe at Grand Boulevard serving Southern-inspired dishes, seasonal specials, and brunch cocktails, with patio dining and catering available.
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Attraction · Destin
Emerald Bay Golf Club offers an 18-hole golf course near Choctawhatchee Bay, between Destin and South Walton. The clubhouse includes a golf pro shop and a covered porch overlooking the 18th green. Tee times, membership options, and group golf outings are available through the club.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Pickos Waterski & Wakeboard School in Santa Rosa Beach offers instruction for beginners, recreational riders and experienced competitors. Its freshwater, man-made tournament lakes provide a dedicated setting for waterskiing and wakeboarding. The school is located on Jump Street; contact the team ahead to arrange lessons or training time.
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Beach · Santa Rosa Beach
Andalusia Beach Access in Seagrove Beach is 100 yards south of Scenic 30A at Andalusia Avenue and is the closest access to the popular Grove By The Sea neighborhood.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Casual taco bar in Seaside near the beach, serving Baja-style fish tacos, burritos, guacamole, and other Mexican-inspired favorites. Bud & Alley’s Taco Bar offers margaritas, beer, and colorful outdoor seating along Scenic Highway 30A.
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Restaurant · Destin
Irish pub near Destin Harbor with a classic saloon atmosphere, live Irish entertainment, and an upstairs deck with harbor views.
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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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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 · 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
Full-service bicycle shop in Blue Mountain Beach offering bicycle and e-bike rentals, sales, accessories, and repairs. Its rolling repair team provides transport service for bikes needing maintenance along the 30A area.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Lola’s on 30A is a family-owned furniture, home décor and art shop on West County Highway 30A in Santa Rosa Beach. Its changing selection includes consignment furniture, jewelry and coastal artwork, including paintings by owner Lee Hensley. The bright showroom combines home furnishings with a gallery-style shopping experience.
