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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Destin
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(1,776)Ruth's Chris Steak House specializes in serving USDA Prime steaks, each seared to perfection, finished with butter and freshly chopped parsley, and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate. We invite you to join us in Destin, FL!Basil and Baxter's Kitchen & Cocktails
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(304)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.
Seagar’s Prime Steaks and Seafood
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(2,571)Seagar's Prime Steaks and Seafood, located in the iconic Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, is the area's only AAA Four-Diamond steakhouse. Seagar's specializes in the finest prime beef and freshest seafood available on Florida's Emerald Coast, and offers a wine list that has repeatedly garnered Wine Spectator's "Best of Award of Excellence."
Seagar's brings traditional elegance back to the fine-dining experience, complete with private dining options, captain service, sommelier service and tableside preparation of items that include steak Diane, Dover sole and its signature bananas foster.
Seagar's also features a private-reserve wine list of more than 600 wine labels. The lounge offers guests full dining service and live piano entertainment.
Dress code is Sophisticated Casual. Gentlemen are asked to wear collared shirts, long pants and closed toe shoes. Jackets not required but appreciated. No beachwear, athletic wear or casual attire including hats and flip-flops.Pazzo Italiano Destin
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(2,088)Two friends, two devoted family men, two restaurant lovers and now businessmen, that have been serving and delighting others for over 20+ years. We are excited to share with you our passion, our heart’s work: Pazzo Italiano.
Our menu has been carefully pieced together to bring you a combination of your favorite Italian staples, some more sophisticated flavors with a touch of fun and some new crazy combinations. We look forward to sharing our passion for taste and our love for service with you…
Fleming's Steakhouse - Sandestin
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(1,041)Your Sandestin Fleming's is located on Grand Boulevard off Highway 98, between Destin and Route 30A, only a short distance from Sandestin's Hilton Hotel and Baytowne Wharf Conference Center. Fleming's in Sandestin is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room or Outdoor Patio. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Sandestin
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.7(2,569)Tommy Bahama combines a tranquil environment and great food with an emphasis on hospitality to make for the perfect place to recharge or unwind while indulging in a unique dining experience. The experience is sure to feel like a getaway, whether you’re on vacation or looking for a vacation from your everyday life
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- JJessicaSouth Carolina •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoMy favorite food in Destin by far. Great service and fantastic specials.More infoPazzo Italiano DestinPrice: Moderate• Italian• Destin•4.8
- CCherylVIPOklahoma City •22 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoExcellent service and cuisine. We always eat here when we go to Destin.More infoBeach Walk CaféPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Destin•4.7
- MMattVIPNashville •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoRuth's in Destin is ALWAYS my favorite meal.... you can not go wrong grabbing a meal here!!!More infoRuth's Chris Steak House - DestinPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Destin•4.8
- MMelissaLittle Rock •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoRaged was our server & was excellent! Food tasted amazing.More infoPrimrose Coastal ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Destin•4.2
- KKatieVIPNashville •15 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoLoved our drinks and our dinner. Outstanding service. Ambience was lovely and comfortable. Great experience from beginning to end.More infoCommelfo RestaurantPrice: Expensive• European• Miramar Beach•4.5
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A favorite vacation spot for its smooth, sandy beaches, Destin offers visitors a great deal to do. There's relaxing on the beach, enjoying go-carts and water parks, hopping from bar to bar, shopping and an array of restaurants. Given its seaside location, Destin purveys numerous seafood restaurants, places where visitors can dine on a fresh catch. There's also steakhouses, a number of casual dining options and plenty of Italian places. You can find several Creole establishments, Irish pubs and bakeries as well. Many restaurants open up large patios for outside seating at the foot of the ocean, letting guests enjoy the fresh breeze of ocean air while they dine. A popular vacation spot for families across the South, Destin has much to offer in terms of beaches, food and fun.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Destin include Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Sandestin, Ocean Club Restaurant and Bijoux
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Destin are Seagar’s Prime Steaks and Seafood, Beach Walk Café and Fleming's Steakhouse - Sandestin
Bottomless brunch in Destin is available at Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Sandestin, Pazzo Italiano Destin and Beach Walk Café
The most romantic restaurant in Destin is Beach Walk Café
Restaurants in Destin with a great view include Beach Walk Café, Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Sandestin and Primrose Coastal Italian
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