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Restaurant · Seacrest
Crabby Steve's is a beachfront seafood restaurant and bar at High Pointe Resort in Seacrest. The casual open-air spot serves seafood sandwiches, wraps and cocktails with Gulf views and outdoor seating. Access is from the beach only.
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.
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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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Resort · Destin
Silver Dunes is a beachfront condominium community in Destin offering vacation rentals with one, two or three bedrooms. Guests have access to a private beach, a heated pool and a landscaped courtyard with grilling areas. The property sits along Highway 98 near local shopping, golf and fishing activities.
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Attraction · Destin
Pelican Adventures is a Destin Harbor watersports operator offering deep-sea fishing trips, parasailing and snorkeling excursions. The business is based at 580 Harbor Boulevard and offers outings for visitors exploring the Gulf and local waters. Check the operator’s website for trip options, availability and departure details.
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Beach · Destin
The Barracuda Beach Access is a small public beach entry located at Barracuda Street and Scenic Highway 98 in the Crystal Beach neighborhood of Destin, Florida.
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Beach · Santa Rosa Beach
Grayton Beach State Park is a Florida State Park located between Panama City Beach and Destin, near the unincorporated area of Grayton Beach, on CR 30A, in northwestern Florida. Its sister park is Deer Lake State Park.
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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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Restaurant · Miramar Beach
Fatboys in Miramar Beach serves made-to-order burgers, wings and other casual American favorites at 10859 Emerald Coast Parkway West, Suite 105. The restaurant offers meatless choices and gluten-free buns, along with a full bar featuring beer, wine and cocktails. This location is near Silver Sands Premium Outlets.
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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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Attraction · Destin
Luther's offers pontoon boat, WaveRunner, and kayak rentals from Destin Harbor. Visitors can choose different pontoon sizes or smaller watercraft to explore the area’s waterways. The rental business is located at 200 Harbor Boulevard, with booking information and rental options available on its website.
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Attraction · Inlet Beach
Full-service beach equipment provider offering stand-up paddleboard (SUP) rentals, surfboards, lessons, and guided tours.
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Restaurant · Santa Rosa Beach
87 Plaza is an open-air wine bar and restaurant by Chef Jim Shirley, located in the bustling town center of Seaside, Florida. It offers a trendy, al fresco dining experience featuring an extensive wine list, craft cocktails, and an imaginative menu of casual fare.
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Attraction · Destin
Charter Boat Outta Line offers guided fishing trips from Destin Fishing Fleet Marina. Its 53-foot sportfishing boat has an air-conditioned cabin and accommodates groups for half-day, full-day and longer excursions. Trip options include deep-sea fishing, trolling and shark fishing, with fishing gear and licenses included.
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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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Attraction · Destin
Arcade featuring a variety of video and amusement games, plus a clean interior, and prizes
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Hotel · Miramar Beach
Hyatt Place Sandestin at Grand Boulevard is a modern hotel near the shopping and dining of Grand Boulevard and Baytowne Wharf. The property offers guest rooms, an outdoor pool, and Wi-Fi, with Miramar Beach and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park a short drive away.
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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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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 · Santa Rosa Beach
Hokulia on 30A is a Hawaiian-style shave ice shop in Seagrove Beach. Its finely shaved ice comes with a variety of flavored syrups and optional toppings such as ice cream, coconut flakes, and creamy Sno Cap. The colorful shop is on East County Highway 30A.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Popular coastal bicycle rental service delivering beach cruisers, tandems, and kid bikes across 30A communities.
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Attraction · Santa Rosa Beach
Private inshore fishing trips and charter boat excursions launching out of Cessna Landing along the 30A coastal corridor.
