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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Beach · Grayton Beach
Bets “Beachmama” Haynes Regional Beach Access serves central Grayton Beach at 44 Hotz Avenue. The beachfront facility has restrooms, rinse showers, a boardwalk and an observation deck, with a connection to the county beach tram. An information station shares the history of Grayton Beach and the local conservation campaign led by Bets Haynes.
Community ranking balances the average rating with the number of published reviews. Paid placements do not affect this order. The rating shown on each card is the actual review average.
Recommended businesses need at least three published reviews averaging 4 stars or higher. Recommendations update automatically as eligible reviews change.
Discover mixes all eligible places on each new visit. Every fourth position gives room to a place from the least-searched quarter of the matching results. With no search history, the mix is entirely random. This gives lesser-known places a chance to be found; it is not a measure of business size. Payment never affects this mix or rating order.
Highest rated uses the actual average, then review count to break ties. Most searched uses selections from our search results over the past 30 days, with repeated selections limited. It does not measure sales or all visitors to a business.
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
CJ’s Hangout is a sports bar on Harbor Boulevard in Destin serving wings, pizza, smash burgers, sandwiches and salads. TVs show sports throughout the bar, and the entertainment schedule includes live music, music bingo and karaoke. Cocktails, draft beer and bottled beer round out the menu.
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Restaurant · Destin
Iconic Destin Harbor waterfront restaurant offering fresh oysters, live music, beach drinks, and harbor views.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Johnny McTighe’s Irish Pub is a family-friendly restaurant and bar on West County Highway 30A in Blue Mountain Beach. Guests can choose indoor or outdoor dining, order drinks from the full bar and visit the game room. The pub serves Irish and American favorites and offers takeout by phone, with happy-hour specials on selected days.
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Attraction · Destin
Morgan Sports Center is a public recreation complex in Destin with baseball, softball and soccer fields, a playground, walking paths and sand volleyball. Amenities include parking, restrooms, picnic tables and a half basketball court. The city hosts youth and adult leagues here; organized activities require reservations through the recreation department.
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Attraction · Destin
Happy’s Watersports is a Destin Harbor operator offering pontoon and personal watercraft rentals, Crab Island excursions, and dolphin and sunset cruises. Its rental fleet includes standard and double-decker pontoons. Visitors can choose guided outings or rent equipment to explore the area’s waterways.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Marco’s Pizza on Poinciana Boulevard in Miramar Beach serves specialty and build-your-own pizzas. This counter-service restaurant offers dine-in seating, outdoor tables, takeout, delivery and curbside pickup. Find the shop in Suite 2 near US Highway 98, convenient to the Silver Sands area.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
An axe-throwing venue listed by Visit South Walton at 4552 US Highway 98, Suites 7–8, in Santa Rosa Beach. Confirm current availability with the operator before visiting.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Fat Clemenza's is an Italian restaurant in Holiday Plaza in Miramar Beach, serving wood-fired pizzas, pasta and Italian specialties. Its menu includes Margherita and specialty pizzas, homemade garlic rolls, bruschetta, salads and seafood dishes. The restaurant offers a casual setting for dinner, with takeout ordering available.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Experience unforgettable beach bonfires with us! We provide everything you need for the perfect seaside gathering—cozy fire pits, comfortable seating, ambient lighting, and all the essentials for a warm and relaxing night by the ocean. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a family get-together, or a fun night with friends, we take care of the setup so you can simply enjoy the moment. Book your beach bonfire today and create lasting memories under the stars! We currently serve 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, Miramar Beach, Walton County, FL
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Not a Dog Charters runs private fishing trips with Captain Kerry Jones, launching directly from Grayton Beach. Anglers fish aboard a custom-built 20-foot catamaran for species such as snapper, grouper, triggerfish and king mackerel, depending on conditions and season. The Highway 98 address is the business contact location; confirm the beach meeting point when booking.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Airy, artsy, family-friendly eatery featuring donuts and creative toast options plus coffee and croissants.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Cannery Lane Cantina is a casual coastal grill in The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin. The menu draws on Mexican and Caribbean flavors, with tacos, burritos, bowls, quesadillas and shareable appetizers, plus beer and sangria.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Shaded parking, picnic table, dock for fishing and kayak/canoe launch on the bay in Point Washington.
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Restaurant · Inlet Beach
Fine dining restaurant by chef Tim Creehan at 30Avenue in Inlet Beach. Cuvee 30A serves signature seafood and meat dishes, with an extensive wine list, a bar, and a reservable chef’s table experience.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
LandShark Bar & Grill brings a casual tropical atmosphere to the Village of Baytowne Wharf in Miramar Beach. Its menu includes seafood, burgers, street tacos and salads, with cocktails, draft beer and frozen drinks. Indoor and outdoor spaces make it a convenient stop while exploring the shops and activities around Baytowne Wharf.
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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Jon Smith Subs serves hot and cold sandwiches at The Market Shops in Miramar Beach. Choices include sirloin steak, grilled chicken, deli meats and vegetables, with made-to-order meals available for dine-in or takeout. The location offers online ordering, delivery partners and catering at 9375 Emerald Coast Parkway West near the Sandestin entrance.
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Restaurant · Destin
Gulf-front fine-dining restaurant at Henderson Park Inn serving locally inspired cuisine in a coastal setting with sunset views. Dining is available to guests ages 13 and older.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Old Florida Fish House is a family-owned waterfront restaurant on Eastern Lake in Santa Rosa Beach. Its menu features seafood and sushi, with indoor dining and outdoor tables, gazebos and lake views. Located at 33 Heron’s Watch Way just off Scenic Highway 30A, the grounds include a dock and landscaped dining areas.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
Coffee shop and café at Topsail Hill Preserve State Park in Santa Rosa Beach. Coastal Coffee serves espresso drinks, cold brews, fresh pastries, breakfast bites, and healthy bowls, with access from the park and the Scenic 30A corridor.
