Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Destin

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Destin? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Renaissance

4.9

4.9 (201)

$31 to $50

Traditional French

Santa Rosa Beach

About the restaurant

Pure white Haussmannian wall panel moldings, gold mirrors, marble bistro tables, herringbone floors, green velvet booths…

…The sweet perfume of Rosemary, Thyme, Toasted Baguette, Truffles, Boeuf Bourguignon served by an elegant waiter…

…Melodies from Serge Gainsbourg and Edith Piaf are playing in the back, you love these songs, you try to guess the words…

…A Champagne bottle suddenly pops. You hear that very typical sound of 1500 years of French history in a bottle.

You have landed in Paris.

But are there palm trees in Paris?

Is it the Seine River? Why do you see a white sandy beach on the horizon? Are we in Paris? Or are we in “Floride”?

Come and see for yourself.

You are eating at Renaissance tonight!

Miam! Bon Appétit.

Top review

Leta

Dined 6 days ago

The ambience is perfect for an enjoyable evening with friends. Chef Mel and entire staff are engaging, the food is delicious. Perfect timing and delectable in every front.

Basil and Baxter's Kitchen & Cocktails

4.8

4.8 (304)

$30 and under

American

Destin

About the restaurant

Locally owned and operated in the heart of Niceville, Basil & Baxter’s offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with a chef-driven menu. Led by Chef Amber, we feature fresh Gulf seafood, hand-cut steaks, and creative American cuisine with a Southern twist. Our chalkboard specials highlight seasonal ingredients and local catches like grouper and shrimp. Open Monday through Saturday from 4 to 9 PM, we also offer a full bar and curated wine list—perfect for a relaxed dinner or special night out.

Top review

Todd

Dined 6 days ago

Took the family while on vacation and the meal was excellent! Everyone commented that it was the best meal of our trip!

Bijoux

4.9

4.9 (3337)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Destin

About the restaurant

Bijoux Restaurant + Spirits is an upscale fine dining destination located in The Market Shops, just outside the entrance to Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Open nightly for dinner, Bijoux specializes in fresh Gulf seafood, prime steaks, and an extensive, award-winning wine list. The elegant yet inviting ambiance is complemented by exceptional service and a thoughtfully curated menu. Guests can also unwind in the intimate Bijoux lounge, which offers a full bar and an impressive selection of specialty martinis and craft cocktails. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or looking for a great meal in a relaxed, refined setting, Bijoux is the perfect place to dine.

Top review

SteveVIP

Dined 7 days ago

We dined at Bijoux on Sunday night and loved it so much that we went back for a second time last night. The wait staff is very friendly and the service was excellent! Lobster spring rolls and redfish special were amazing! Goat cheese ice cream was our favorite!

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