Chesterfield's 327 Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32541, 850-837-5500, An extensive and varied menu that includes excellent steaks, fried seafood, pastas, gourmet pizzas, and delightful salads is served at this restaurant that also offers a wine list and full bar service to complement your meal. They are open nightly for dinner plus serve brunch on Sundays. 

Harry T's Boathouse 320 Highway 98, Destin, FL 32541, Located at Destin Harbor, 850-654-4800, Enjoy sophisticated dining by the water at this restaurant that features an award-winning menu which includes a wide selection of Gulf fresh seafood, steaks, salads, pastas, and chicken dishes. Full bar service is also available that features over 20 rums from around the world. They are open daily for lunch and dinner plus serve a brunch on Sundays.  

Hog's Breath Cafe & Saloon & Boss Hog Bar-B-Q 541 Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32541, Located in the Harbor District, 850-837-5991, Features a happy hour from 4 to 7 p.m. daily, live entertainment seven nights a week, local gulf seafood, fresh smoked barbeque, a kid's menu, late nite menu and their world-famous t-shirts. "Hog's breath is better than no breath at all."

Basmati's 3295 West Highway C30A, Destin, FL 32540, Located in Blue Mountain Beach, 850-267-3028, Excellent Asian cuisine and sushi are featured at this sleek and sophisticated restaurant that overlooks the beautiful Draper Lake and creates all of their Asian inspired entrees from the freshest local produce and seafood. A full sushi bar is also on site.

Cafe 30-A 3899 Highway 30-A East, Destin, FL 32501, Located in Seagrove Beach, 850-231-2166, Experience a casual dining atmosphere in an old Florida setting while at this restaurant that is open nightly for dinner and offers dishes such as wood grilled and roasted fish, seafood, beef, lamb, poultry, pasta, and vegetarian items on the menu, complemented by fine wines, cocktails, and a creative menu of the best martinis. more...

Cajun Cruises 314 Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32541, Located at Heron Harbor, 850-837-1800, Destin's only Cajun dining cruise, this two hour dinner cruise takes you on the waters of Destin and includes all-you-can-eat boiled seafood, New Orleans style dishes, live entertainment, a cash bar, harbor views, and beautiful sunsets and a harbor view. The boat is also available for private parties up to 149 people. 

Louisiana Lagniappe 775 Gulf Shore Drive, Destin, FL 32540, 850-837-0881, Overlooking Old Pass Lagoon, this popular restaurant specializes in Louisiana and Cajun style seafood and steaks, as well as live Maine lobster, plus features an outdoor deck and full bar service. They are open daily for lunch and dinner from March through October. 

Bud & Alley's Restaurant Scenic City Road 20-A, Destin, FL 32501, Located in Santa Rosa Beach, 850-231-5900, Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, this restaurant offers an eclectic menu of coastal Mediterranean, Floridian, Deep South, and Lousiana dishes with an emphasis on fresh local seafood. An award-winning wine list complements your meal and they are open daily for lunch and dinner. They are closed on Tuesdays in the off season. more...

Frangista Seafood & Spirits 1820 Old Highway 98, Destin, FL 32541, 850-837-2515, A casual, yet upscale, dining establishment that features a unique fusion of Mediterranean, French, and coastal Florida flavors on their menu. They are open nightly for dinner. 

Marina Cafe 404 Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32541, 850-837-7960, Located in a fantastic waterfront home, this unique dining treat features breathtaking views of the Emerald Coast and serves a mix of American, Creole, and Mediterranean cuisine complemented by an extensive wine list and bar. A gift shop and boat docking for dining customers are also on site and they are open nightly for dinner. Reservations are recommended. more... 

Nigel Manley's World Grill and Microbrewery 14051 Emerald Parkway, Destin, FL 32501, 850-650-7854, You will enjoy a wide variety of menu selections from around the world, such as exotic entrees, soups, salads, pastas, sandwiches, and pizzas, as well as a number of original specialty brewed beers, while at this unique restaurant that is decorated in an exotic them and is filled with vintage photos. They are open nightly for dinner.

Cafe Grazie 1771 Old Highway 98, Destin, FL 32540, 850-837-7240, This high energy restaurant serves fresh, tasty Italian cuisine with a Florida flair with dishes such as traditional lasagna, cannoli, and veal with carpers on the menu. Upstairs dancing and entertainment add to this wonderful dining experience. They are open daily for lunch and dinner.

Pasta House 737 Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32541, Located at Downtown Destin Shopping Center, 850-654-5388, This casual, family owned restaurant serves authentic Italian dishes prepared by an expert chef and served by a well trained staff daily for lunch and dinner plus features live entertainment of Friday evenings. 

Vintij Wine Market, Bar and Bistro 10859 West Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, FL 32541, Located at Miramar Beach, 850-650-9820, Combining just the right amount of fun and wine along with your fine dining experience, all in a New York style atmosphere, this restaurant features a wide variety of fine wine, delicious Italian food, and great music. They are open daily for lunch and dinner and reservations are recommended for dinner. 

Flamingo Cafe 414 Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32541, Located at Destin Harbor, 850-837-0961, Showcasing unequaled Gulf Coast cuisine that includes fresh seafood, excellent beef, exquisite veal, and exotic evening creations, this local favorite restaurant also offers an extensive list of fine wines and liquors. Outside deck dinning overlooking the Destin harbor, a full service bar, and live music Tuesday through Saturday are also featured. 

Sunset Bay Cafe, A Family Circle 9300 Highway 98, Destin, FL 32541, 850-267-7108, Overlooking the Choctawhatchee Bay, this tropical treat serves a wonderful menu of Caribbean, Florida, and classic Southern dishes with steaks, seafood, sandwiches, salads, and much more on the menu. They are open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.  

Acme Oyster House Sandestin 140 Fisherman's Wharf, Destin, FL 32550, The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin, 850-622-0200, Acme Oyster House Sandestin offers the same fantastic selections as the famous Acme Oyster House in New Orleans' French Quarter, which was established in 1910. Menu items include shrimp, oyster and catfish po-boys, seasonal boiled shrimp and crawfish, red beans and rice, jambalaya, artichoke bisque, gumbo, and sweet potato fries.

AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar 116 East Highway 98, Destin, FL 32541, 850-837-1913, Overlooking the Destin Harbor, this world famous destination for fun and fresh Gulf food serves a wide variety of fresh seafood, as well as steaks, chicken dishes, and pastas. An oyster bar is also on site and live entertainment is provided on certain nights of the week. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Back Porch Restaurant, The 1740 Old Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32540, 850-837-2022, A casual beachfront restaurant that specializes in great seafood and takes pride in using the freshest possible fish and ingredients. You can have your seafood any way you like it including broiled, steamed, chargrilled, blackened, fried, and pan fried and dishes such as pasta, steak, and chicken are also on the menu. They are open daily for lunch and dinner.

Captain Dave's On The Gulf 3796 Scenic Beach Road 98, Destin, FL 32540, 850-837-2627, The oldest seafood restaurant in Destin, this fine waterfront restaurant was built in the 1950s and serves fantastic seafood dishes in a rustic, sea motif atmosphere. A seafood market, oyster bar, gift shop, arcade, and a room for larger group dining are also on site and they are open nightly for dinner.

Captain Kidd's Seafood Buffet 100 Highway 98 East at Harbor Walk, Destin, FL 32541, 850-650-1666, This family restaurant features an extensive buffet of over 75 seafood items including snow crab legs, great buttermilk shrimp, scallops, raw oysters, and other wonderful seafood entrees. Enjoy a unique crawfish cheesecake for dessert. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Fishermen's Wharf 210-D Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32541, 850-654-4766, Destin's original seafood house, this traditional seafood restaurant serves some of the freshest seafood in the area prepared in the traditional favorite varieties and complemented by a wide selection of specialty drinks. They are open daily for lunch and dinner.

Fudpucker's Beachside Bar & Grill 20001 Emerald Coast Parkway #A, Destin, FL 32541, 850-654-1544, A definite favorite among the locals, this fun filled restaurant has a brilliant Caribbean style and serves exciting seafood entrees, as well as fabulous sandwiches, burgers, and salads, daily for lunch and dinner. They also feature an extensive gift shop, a large lounge bar, and a sushi bar on site. more...

Landry's Seafood House 14059 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, FL 32501, 850-434-3600, Known for their various fresh seafood delicacies, this restaurant has a menu that includes specialties such as Gulf snapper, stuffed flounder, lemon pepper catfish, and a variety of house specialties. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more...

Lucky Snapper Grill and Bar 76 East Highway 98, Destin, FL 32541, Located at Harborwalk Marina, 850-654-0900, Experience exciting deck dining while enjoying the great tastes of Destin Harbor seafood at this restaurant where the seafood is unloaded daily from the docks to ensure the freshest possible food. Live entertainment every day of the week is also featured. 

Pompano Joe's 2237 Old Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32550, 850-837-2224, Experience great times and great food at this neighborhood seafood house that offers an extensive selection of wonderful seafood cuisine and features a great view of the Gulf of Mexico. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Destin Chops 320 Highway 98 East, Destin, FL 32540, Located at Destin Yacht Club, 850-654-4944, The only premium steak house in the area, this fine dining restaurant specializes in delicious USDA prime steaks, chops, and ribs. Be sure to try their delicious coffee liquors for dessert. Outdoor dining, valet parking, boat docking for diners, and premium cigars are also available and they are open nightly for dinner. more... 

Emerald Coast Food Taxi 307 Mountain Drive, Suite B, Destin, FL 32541, Serving Destin & Okaloosa Island, 850-650-8150, They deliver the restaurant to you. They deliver for: Sakura, New Dragon, Red Lobster, McGuire's Irish Pub, Pepitos Mexican, The Lucky Snapper, Mulhollow's and more.