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1. Ocean Club Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1055)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Destin
Booked 12 times today
Christmas Eve/Christmas Day/New Year's Eve Updates:PLEASE CONTACT THE RESTAURANT DIRECTLY FOR THESE HOLIDAYS & ANY DAYS THAT ARE BLOCKED DUE TO LARGE PARTIES! Main Phone number: 850-267-3666 (Office Manager/Kathleen)We will have a special Christmas Day Menu, which will be uploaded as soon as it is approved. Please check back by December 5, 2021. New Year's Eve will have 3 seatings with 3 different menus and different price points. Menus will be uploaded no later than December 5, 2021. Early Seating 4:30 pm $59.95 per personMiddle Seating 6:30 pm $89.95 (live music) per personLate Seating 9pm till? $119.95 (LIVE MUSIC/BAND W/ CHAMPAGNE TOAST) per personOcean Club Management
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2. Emeril's Coastal
4.5
Awesome(2494)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Santa Rosa Beach
Booked 47 times today
Located at Grand Boulevard in Sandestin, Emeril's Coastal is the first of Emeril’s Restaurants in Northwest Florida. The cuisine of Emeril's Coastal is symbolic of Emeril’s deep appreciation and connection to the water. Combined with the bountiful variety of nearby fresh Gulf seafood and the freshest local ingredients available, Emeril’s Coastal strives to embark you on a seafood experience like no other. The menu features specialties like Gulf Shrimp Cocktail, Florida Rock Shrimp Rolls, and Oyster Spaghetti. The design of the restaurant compliments the menu using an earthy mix of textures to create a casual, coastal feeling that is complete with elegant and sophisticated touches.
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3. Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Sandestin
4.9
Exceptional(2426)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Destin
Booked 61 times today
The Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - Sandestin is a blast! It's a tranquil escape with an awesome ambiance, great food, and top-notch service. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'fun night out' with a 'friendly atmosphere' and 'live music' in the bar area. It's a perfect spot to unwind or indulge in a unique dining experience, making you feel like you're on vacation even if you're just looking for a break from daily life.
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4. Renaissance
4.8
Exceptional(119)
Price: Expensive
• Traditional French • Santa Rosa Beach
Booked 5 times today
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.
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5. The Crazy Lobster Destin
4.2
Awesome(639)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Destin
Booked 9 times today
Looking for a place to fuel up with drinks and fresh or fried seafood, find your feast today overlooking the beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay at Poppy’s Crazy Lobster. Share a Steamed Seafood Bucket with your pals, or satisfy your own appetite by keeping it all to yourself—a 2-lb. lobster, snow crab, shrimp, clams, mussels, corn on the cob, potatoes, and sausage all seasoned to pure perfection. Taste some of our New Orleans’ favorites like Crawfish étouffée, jambalaya, gumbo, and red beans, or our local specialties such as blackened Redfish, pan seared Amberjack or lobster fettuccine. The signature drinks and full service bar will keep the good times Rollin; Poppy’s Voodoo Juice, an all-time favorite and refreshing tropical cocktail. Live music keeps the restaurant hopping nightly with a variety of musicians and local talentsReservations made through Open Table will only be held for up to 15 minutes
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6. Wild Olives Market & Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(114)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Seagrove Beach
Booked 18 times today
WILD OLIVES Wild Olives in SeaGrove, Florida features gourmet cheeses and fine wines along with a bistro menu. The menu is well thought out, with salads, platters, small plate offerings and entrées. Chris' burger is the burger you won't forget. Small plates at Wild Olives are made for sharing, and, if you choose several, you can create a meal for your entire party. Salads are served with bread, so they can be almost a meal in and of themselves. You have to try the Crispy Tuna Poke, Fried Goat Cheese and Crab Cakes with Red Pepper Aioli. Popular main entrees include the Chef's Cut, Greek Catch and Paprika Chicken with Pancetta, don't forget about Chris' Famous Reuben "Dagwood". Chef Chris Trovas prepares Chef's Specials weekly with fresh local seafood. Wild Olives is known for Friday Night Wine Tastings, they take place every Friday from 4pm-7pm. Wild Olives is a Family-Friendly Restaurant!Join our VIP Email List by visiting www.wildolives30a.comSTAY WILD
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7. SunQuest Cruises
4.4
Awesome(35)
Price: Very Expensive
• Dinner Cruise • Destin
Booked 1 time today
NOTE: Your reservation is NOT confirmed until we receive a credit card to hold the reservation. We must have your entree selections in advance. Please call 850-650-2519 to confirm your reservation. The SOLARIS is a 125′ yacht with three decks of indoor and outdoor spaces, including panoramic windows throughout the indoor dining rooms and the open-air sky deck. Our staff, including our captain, chefs, and servers, is committed to giving you the best service and experience, whether it’s a vacation dinner, a night out on the town, or a special occasion.You will find groups on many of our dinner cruises who are celebrating special occasions. If you have a more intimate dining experience in mind, please call our reservation line at 850-650-2519 so we can find the right table and cruise for you.Rated as one of the top things to do in Sandestin and Destin by Tripadvisor reviews, the SOLARIS dinner cruises offer unparalleled memories for friends, families, couples, and groups.
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8. Slick Lips Seafood and Oyster House - Baytowne
4.4
Awesome(28)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Miramar Beach
Booked 8 times today
Derived from the nickname given to Amberjack who don’t have any teeth, Slick Lips is a family-friendly seafood and oyster bar nestled in the picturesque Baytowne Wharf. With a key concentration on fresh ingredients, locally caught fish, and an assortment of fresh oysters, prepare to be hooked on this prime dining spot! Slick Lips is now officially OPEN!Slick Lips Seafood & Oyster House is in Baytowne Wharf – so spread the word! Property owners and guests of the Sandestin resort are already loyal regulars here. Turn north off Hwy 98 and the guard gate will issue you a pass. Once inside, follow the signs to Baytowne Wharf. We are located down the main strip heading towards the harbor. See you soon!
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9. Hammerheads Bar & Grill
3.3
Good(98)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Miramar Beach
Booked 2 times today
The best place to watch amazing sunsets and enjoy outdoor dining in the Village of Baytowne Wharf. Kick back and relax in a casual atmosphere overlooking the Choctawhatchee bay featuring an open char grill serving up steamed seafood buckets, Char-grilled Oysters, grilled chicken, cheeseburgers, gumbo and much much more. Specialty cocktails, ice cold beer and full service bar. Live music and dancing for the entire family.Reservations made through Open Table will only be held for up to 15 minutes
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10. Ara Rooftop Bar & Lounge
3.6
Very Good(4)
Price: Expensive
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Santa Rosa Beach
The Only Hotel With a Rooftop Pool on Florida’s Emerald Coast.On the top floor of Hotel Effie, Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge awaits! Named for the southern constellation, Ara is both a luxurious pool experience and a stylish rooftop lounge where you’ll find the finest wines, hand-crafted artisanal cocktails, and a delicious menu.Kick back in a private cabana or enjoy a game of life-size chess, Connect 4, or cornhole. After sundown, the fun, relaxing vibe eases into a cool, hip one. And let’s not forget those panoramic views from the top.
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