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20 places on this page · More to explore
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Pecan Jacks of Grayton Beach is a family-owned ice cream and candy shop on Scenic Highway 30A. The store offers small-batch ice cream, handcrafted candies, Southern pralines, brittles and chocolates. Visitors can stop in for a sweet treat or arrange candy gifts and assortments for celebrations, clients 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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Restaurant · Destin
Dat Burrito Place is a casual Mexican restaurant at Paradise Key in Destin. Its menu includes burritos, street tacos, quesadillas and bowls, with favorites such as the Cali Burrito and Cali Bowl. Dine-in, pickup and delivery are available at its Commons Drive East location.
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Attraction · Destin
Hurricane Lanes is a Destin bowling and entertainment center at Emerald Coast Parkway and Matthew Boulevard. It features 26 bowling lanes, an arcade, pool tables, Rupert’s Sports Bar, and the StrikeZone Café. The venue offers open bowling, league play, and group parties next to Club LA.
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Beach · Destin
The Shore at Crystal Beach Park provides public beach access along Scenic Highway 98 in Destin. The city park has a shaded pavilion, picnic tables, public restrooms and showers, with a walkway to the beach. Limited parking is available, and the park is open daily from dawn to dusk.
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Restaurant · Watersound Beach
A gathering place in Watersound Beach with several food and drink options, shops, live music and family events.
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Attraction · Destin
Waterfront village featuring entertainment, shopping, dining & boating excursions.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Pascalli Kitchen is a chef-run takeout kitchen in Miramar Beach offering breakfast, lunch and dinner. Its menu includes traditional breakfasts, New York-style pizza, sandwiches, salads and desserts, along with prepared sides to take home. Find it at 1688 Scenic Gulf Drive, Suite C, near Seascape Drive.
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Attraction · Destin
Family-friendly waterfront park featuring a splash pad, playground, and beach area.
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Resort · Miramar Beach
Seascape Resort offers condominium and villa vacation rentals in Miramar Beach, with private beach access, pools, golf, tennis and pickleball. Accommodations include Majestic Sun, Ariel Dunes and several villa communities. The listed address is the resort office; guests should follow their rental’s arrival instructions for the correct building.
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Restaurant · Rosemary Beach
Edward’s Fine Food & Wine is a family-friendly restaurant on Main Street in Rosemary Beach offering seafood, steak and a broad wine selection in a relaxed setting. Guests can dine inside or in the courtyard. Tables are generally seated first come, first served. The restaurant reported reopening after the storm on October 10, 2026 with a limited menu and staff; check its latest updates before visiting.
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Attraction · Miramar Beach
The Village of Baytowne Wharf is a waterfront shopping and entertainment district within Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort along Choctawhatchee Bay. Visitors can explore boutiques, galleries, restaurants and nightlife, with outdoor concerts, festivals and seasonal family events held throughout the year. Check the village calendar for current activities and event details.
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Restaurant · Destin
The Harbor Tavern is a family-owned restaurant and bar near the Destin Harbor Boardwalk. It serves lunch, dinner and cocktails in a relaxed setting with indoor seating and a covered outdoor patio. Weekend live music is part of the atmosphere, and pets are welcome on the patio.
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Venue · Santa Rosa Beach
The Bayou Arts Center is the home of the Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County and a venue for art exhibits, art workshops, meetings, reunions and small events.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Coffee shop on Seaside’s Central Square serving locally roasted organic and fair trade coffee, specialty teas, pastries, and quiches.
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Attraction · Miramar Beach
Coastal Cruisers is a bicycle and golf cart rental, sales and service shop on US Highway 98 in Miramar Beach. Its selection includes beach cruisers, children’s bikes, multi-speed bikes, e-bikes and golf carts. The shop also offers repairs and maintenance for bikes and carts.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
VKI Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar serves Japanese cuisine on U.S. Highway 98 West in Santa Rosa Beach. Its menu includes sushi and sashimi, specialty rolls, hibachi combinations, teriyaki, tempura and Japanese noodles, with lunch bento boxes and online pickup ordering available.
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Restaurant · Destin
Kwench Juice Cafe serves fresh juices, smoothies and fruit bowls in Destin at 985 US Highway 98 East, Unit E. The menu includes açaí and pitaya bowls alongside made-to-order drinks. Located in the shopping plaza near Workout Anytime, it offers a casual stop for a drink or light meal.
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Hotel · Destin
Motel 6 Destin offers budget lodging on Harbor Boulevard in downtown Destin, near the harbor and local beach attractions. Property amenities include an outdoor pool, free parking, coin-operated laundry, and pet-friendly accommodations. Room options and current availability can be checked directly through the motel’s website.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club is a private club with an 18-hole, par-72 championship golf course designed by Bill Bergin. Its golf facilities on Golf Club Drive follow native coastal landscapes, while the club also offers a separate beach and pool setting on Scenic Highway 30A. Access is subject to club membership and guest policies.
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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.
