Dining

By Christopher Manson with Shantelle Dedicke Few attractions along the Emerald Coast offer a more striking view of the Gulf than The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island. Located right on the beach, The Boardwalk (Newman C. Brackin Wayside Park) is a vibrant community hub for locals and visitors alike, offering must-attend...

Nestled along the sugar-white sands of Destin’s Emerald Coast, Henderson Park Inn has long been a beloved retreat for visitors seeking an intimate, gulf front escape. Locals, take note—this stunning haven isn’t just for travelers. With its award-winning Beach Walk Café and the laid-back Tiki Bar, there are plenty...

So. Many. Tacos! Chicken, Pork, Beef, Steak, Shrimp, Barbacoa – you name it; we have it at the wildly popular Tequila & Taco Festival – the 2nd longest-running Tequila and Taco Fest in the U.S.! Sample many types of Tequilas and Margaritas from Blancos, Reposados, Anejos and even Mezcals....

850 Froyo Swirl, top and enjoy! Get your Froyo fix at 850 Froyo, Destin’s favorite self-serve frozen yogurt spot! With 16 rotating flavors and 30+ toppings, the possibilities are endless. Flavors you’ll love: Red Velvet, Salted Caramel, Cookie Monster, Espresso, Tigers Blood (dairy-free), and more! Toppings galore: Brownies, Sugar Cookies, Pretzels, Sour...

AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar SUPER BOWL PARTY AT AJ’S DESTIN, Sun. Feb. 9th! Join AJ’s for the biggest game of the year at AJ’s Destin! Come early to snag the best seats, because no matter what team you’re cheering for, you won’t want to miss the action on the largest...

By Scott Miller I’ll bet you never expected we would have a 12-team college football playoff taking place this year without the Crimson Tide involved. Sorry Alabama fans, I know y’all are still letting that sink in. But I’d be remiss not to talk about it. The Nick Saban led...

Café Destin Looking for dining the entire family can enjoy? Looking for a place to work with free WiFi while enjoying your cup of coffee? For breakfast and lunch, Café Destin offers an expanded menu serving breakfast staples such as pancakes, waffles with Nutella, omelets, eggs benedict, biscuits and gravy...

By Scott Miller Where does the time go? As we head into November, it’s always a bittersweet feeling for me when it comes to college football. On one hand, we’re coming down the home stretch and the season will soon be over. On the other hand, the BIG games, the...

Café Destin Looking for dining the entire family can enjoy? Looking for a place to work with free WiFi while enjoying your cup of coffee? For breakfast and lunch, Café Destin offers an expanded menu serving breakfast staples such as pancakes, waffles with Nutella, omelets, eggs benedict, biscuits and gravy...

For the 9th year, AJ’s on the Bayou, will host a free Thanksgiving Day meal from 11 a.m. till 4 p.m. Last year, the waterfront restaurant served roughly 1,000 meals! “We open up our doors to everyone, to ensure that no one is alone or hungry for the holiday,”...