Kind of an All-in-One place
The Boardwalk is a large collective of dining and entertainment. Public beach access point, waterfront dining, gift shops.
Many restaurants to eat and hang out. Has beach views and beach access
32 locals recommend
Boardwalk/Wayside Park station
Many restaurants to eat and hang out. Has beach views and beach access
Located in Destin. (Right over the bridge)Tourist attractions for groups and families. Including restaurants and games and vendor booths.
295 locals recommend
HarborWalk Village
34 Harbor BlvdLocated in Destin. (Right over the bridge)Tourist attractions for groups and families. Including restaurants and games and vendor booths.
Food scene
Great local hangout spot with food and alcohol and live music some nights
39 locals recommend
AJ's on the Bayou
200 Eglin Pkwy NEGreat local hangout spot with food and alcohol and live music some nights
Main Brew Coffee
450 Racetrack Road NorthwestDelicious coffee with some tasty bites whether savory or sweet
Unique and delicious Hawaiian style food. (Instead of eating just seafood at the beach)
15 locals recommend
Maui Bus Stop
101 Perry Avenue SoutheastUnique and delicious Hawaiian style food. (Instead of eating just seafood at the beach)
For a more relaxed, romantic vibe
Ali’s bistro has great Italian food and wine. Staff is accommodating and friendly.
38 locals recommend
Ali's Bistro
171 Brooks St SEFor a more relaxed, romantic vibe
Ali’s bistro has great Italian food and wine. Staff is accommodating and friendly.
Delicious pastries and Mediterranean food items (closed Sunday and Monday)
17 locals recommend
Bon Appetit French Bakery and Cafe
420 Mary Esther Cut Off NWDelicious pastries and Mediterranean food items (closed Sunday and Monday)
Fun pub style restaurant. Good place for steak. Right over Destin bridge on the left.
318 locals recommend
McGuire's Irish Pub of Destin
33 US-98Fun pub style restaurant. Good place for steak. Right over Destin bridge on the left.
FATBOYS (Juicy Beef & Tasty Bird)
104 Harbor BoulevardFor drinks
Props Craft Brewery & Taproom
125 Lovejoy Road NorthwestSightseeing
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
1010 Miracle Strip Pkwy SEFor families - right next to Boardwalk
Traveler advice
What to pack
Have beach sandals on hand when visiting the Emerald Coast
Beach gear always handy to have such as comfy shoes, towel, hat, umbrella , hair ties, sunscreen
Getting around
By car
Drive by car as parking is plentiful wherever you go. Advise to leave early to enjoy beach days :) (We all deal with beach traffic here so be safe.) Note: Uber and Lyft may be hard to get due to COVID-19.