DESTIN
DINING
AJ’S SEAFOOD AND OYSTER BAR
Bring your camera. The beautiful harbor
views make this Destin landmark a must-see
for every visitor. Sunsets are particularly awesome atop AJ’s as the fishing fleet returns. AJ’s
has great lunch specials and a fresh seafood
menu prepared any way you like it—grilled,
broiled, steamed or fried. If you’re in the
mood for pasta or steak and lobster, AJ’s can
accommodate. Located on Harbor Blvd one-quarter mile east of the Destin Bridge. Lunch
and dinner served Monday - Sunday. (850)
837-1913 or visit www.ajs-destin.com.
BAREFOOTS BEACHSIDE
BAR & GRILL
At the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort
and Spa, just steps from the pool overlooking
the Gulf, is one of the best outdoor eateries
where guests can soak up the sun and gather
for great food, fun and drinks. Barefoots’
expansive deck offers covered pavilions for
gatherings and expanded seating to accommodate more than 200. Live entertainment
is scheduled seasonally Monday through
Saturday, as well as fun activities for the family. Barefoots is well-known for its traditional
variety of fresh salads, sandwiches, tropical
concoctions, all-American hot dogs and its
signature “best burger on the beach,” as well
as a full menu of fresh-from-the-Gulf favorites
and delicious continental cuisine. In addition,
the Raw Bar features succulent oysters and
other seafood delights. Barefoots is open daily
from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. (seasonal hours may
apply). Enjoy moonlit dining under the stars?
Dinner, featuring delicious chef’s specials
every night, is served from 6 to 9 p.m. daily
during season.
and ‘private toes in the sand’
dining available; full bar.
Beach Walk Crystal Beach
is Destin, Florida’s most
awarded and only beachfront
fine dining restaurant on
the Gulf of Mexico. As a
recipient of Florida Trend’s
Golden Spoon award, Beach
Walk is distinguished as
one of the Top Twenty-Five
Restaurants in all of Florida.
Voted “Best Chef” on the
Emerald Coast for the past
seven years, Tim Creehan’s
tailored menu entails award-winning regional cuisine
featuring seafood, Maine
lobster, U.S.D.A. prime steak and an extensive
wine selection. Creehan’s interpretation of
the highest standards, freshest foods and
artistic preparation has earned him numerous
accolades and coveted awards including:
Emerald Coast’s Best Fine Dining, Best Chef,
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence and the
prestigious DiRoNA award (Distinguished
Restaurants of North America). Open Sunday
for brunch, Sunday - Friday for lunch, daily
for dinner. All major credit cards accepted,
except Diner’s Club. Reservations suggested.
Located in the Inn at Crystal Beach, 2996
Scenic Highway 98 East in Destin, Florida.
Recommended dress: resort casual (850) 650-
7100. www.Beach WalkDestin.com
Bluepoint is the place to
be after dark. Located in
Destin Commons. (850)
654-1921
Cuvee Beach’s
Tuna Tartar
Tower,
an appetizing
work of art with
gulf shrimp, avo-
cado and tomato.
Stop in Cuvee
Beach on Thurs-
day Nights for
Ladies Night
Drink Specials &
Boutique Give-
aways including
first drink “on
the house” for
all ladies.
CLARK AND BLAKE
BRENNAN’S
ROYAL B
RESTAURANT
New Orleans’ world-famous tradition of fine
dining has found a new
home on Florida’s Emerald Coast. Clark and
Blake Brennan’s Royal
B Restaurant is open in
Destin to the delight of
locals and vacationers
alike.
Brothers Clark and Blake Brennan are
grandsons of Owen Brennan, the founder
of Brennan’s restaurant, one of the French
Quarter’s most famous culinary landmarks.
BEACH WALK CRYSTAL BEACH
Brunch/Lunch/Dinner; indoor, outdoor
BLUEPOINT FISH CLUB
Bluepoint Fish Club is a casual fine dining
establishment with eloquent décor and
modern music. Seafood cuisine is the specialty, prepared by Chef Aran Middleton. The
nightlife and bar scene are the best in Destin.
With over 20 martinis and 25 beers on tap,
