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Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Destin

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best service 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!


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4.9
4.9 (3349)
$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
Shelle
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food, excellent service! We love coming here for special events like anniversaries etc.
A photo of Basil and Baxter's Kitchen & Cocktails restaurant
4.8
4.8 (306)
$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
Greg
Dined 6 days ago
Food was excellent but it was close to 80 degrees in the back room. Really don’t expect to be hot like that at a nice restaurant. The front seating area was much more comfortable, but we didn’t get to choose our seats.
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4.9
4.9 (211)
$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
Elise
Dined 2 days ago
Absolutely outstanding, from the service to the atmosphere to the food everything was top notch! The best restaurant we have tried along the emerald coast, so personable and quaint!
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4.8
4.8 (1786)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Destin
About the restaurant
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!
Top review
Marlene
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent service and experience . The waiter was amazing the ambiance was great . Definitely recommend
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4.8
4.8 (2107)
$30 and under
Italian
Destin
About the restaurant
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…

Top review
dawneVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Always a pleasure! Perfect service and excellent food!
A photo of Seagar’s Prime Steaks and Seafood restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2583)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Destin
About the restaurant
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.

Top review
ChristyVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Fantastic food and service. We will definitely be returning to this restaurant.
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4.7
4.7 (1130)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Destin
About the restaurant
Beach Walk Café, known as the “Most Romantic Dining Experience in Destin,” is located inside the Henderson Park Inn where guests enjoy unobstructed views of the Gulf overlooking more than a mile of the world’s most beautiful and secluded beaches with spectacular sunset views.

In this idyllic private setting Beach Walk Café features an intimate atmosphere with dining available inside, with a cozy fireplace and magnificent views of the coast and outside on the verandas of the Inn overlooking the emerald waters of the Gulf. A favorite with locals and tourists alike, Beach Walk Café is known for its meticulous service, innovative cuisine and a stunning, unparalleled view.

Reservations are recommended. Please note, all diners at Beach Walk Café must be 13 or older. If there is inclement weather, your outside seating reservation is subject to alteration or cancellation.

Top review
Austin
Dined 4 days ago
 Excellent food and excellent service. Candace is always helpful with her recommendations and lively personality, she always remembers us every year.
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4.8
4.8 (219)
$31 to $50
Sushi
Seacrest Beach
About the restaurant
Modern Japanese meets new urban architecture in the heart of Alys Beach at 30A. Overlooking the town’s iconic Amphitheater, O-Ku will welcome guests with warm hospitality and authentic Japanese cuisine. O-Ku celebrates unique ingredients, traditional techniques, and sophisticated presentations through an approachable menu featuring sushi, sashimi, and nigiri alongside savory dishes.
Top review
HaleyVIP
Dined 1 day ago
Food was very good! The fish quality was great. A little pricey for what it is but it is very good sushi. Our waitress Jada was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and was wonderful. She made the experience great!
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4.5
4.5 (265)
$30 and under
Mexican
Miramar Beach
About the restaurant
Mezcal Mexican Grill at The Seascape Towne Centre serves an upscale menu paired with a full-service bar, top-shelf tequilas and local live entertainment
Top review
Adeline
Dined 7 days ago
Great and quick service! We loved the Sangria swirl and watermelon margarita! The food was delicious. Highly recommend!
A photo of Fleming's Steakhouse - Sandestin restaurant
4.6
4.6 (1049)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Destin
About the restaurant
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.
Top review
DorothyVIP
Dined 7 days ago
Food and service were excellent - we really enjoyed the experience.
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