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Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Destin

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4.8
Exceptional(1000)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Destin
Booked 22 times today
Beach Walk Cafe is a neighborhood gem located in Destin, Florida. It's praised for its 'excellent food', 'excellent service', and 'amazing and innovative cuisine' by many reviews. The cozy fireplace and magnificent views of the coast make it a romantic and intimate spot. It's also noted for its 'stunning, unparalleled view' and 'beautiful, quaint, and charming' atmosphere. This restaurant is loved by locals and tourists alike, making it a true neighborhood gem.
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4.8
Exceptional(2002)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Destin
Booked 39 times today
Pazzo Italiano Destin is a true gem in the neighborhood. Reviewers consistently praise its 'consistently excellent' food, 'great atmosphere', and 'top notch service'. The restaurant's unique menu offers 'sophisticated flavors with a touch of fun' that keep patrons coming back. It's described as 'a charming and good food' place that even locals recommend as a 'hidden gem' in Destin. Clearly, this spot is a neighborhood favorite for a reason!
A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Destin restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1720)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Destin
Booked 40 times today
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!
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4.5
Awesome(2491)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Santa Rosa Beach
Booked 45 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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4.9
Exceptional(3183)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Destin
Booked 36 times today
Bijoux Restaurant + Spirits is a full-service fine dining restaurant located in The Market Shops outside the front entrance to Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. Open for dinner seven nights a week, we feature the freshest Gulf seafood, prime steaks and an extensive award-winning wine list. Our intimate Bijoux lounge features a full bar complete with a large selection of specialty martinis.

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  • AlexandraVIP
    Denver / Colorado •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Consistently great food and service. Our go to place for a family meal.
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    Pazzo Italiano DestinPrice: Moderate• Italian• Destin
    4.8
  • Cathy
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The staff was very attentive to all 16 of us from the time we arrived. The food was excellent from cocktails to appetizers to the main course to dessert. Be sure to try the Olive Oil Cake! This will be one of our highlights of our Christmas in Florida.
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    Emeril's CoastalPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Santa Rosa Beach
    4.5
  • Colleen
    Central Kentucky •91 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We had Christmas Eve dinner here and it was wonderful. Terrific service, varied choices on the Prix Fixe menu - seafood, beef and pork. The portions of each course were generous. The wait staff were warm and attentive, even though the restaurant was extremely busy. We did not feel rushed or forgotten. The key lime pie was delicious :) Would hughly recommend.
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    Beach Walk CafePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Destin
    4.8
  • Lynn
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We go here for special occasions and this Christmas season was no exception. Our servers were great as usual, Shane was very attentive and the other help made sure our food was delivered piping hot, and of course delicious. We appreciate the staff for working on Christmas Eve and making ours most enjoyable. thank you very much!!
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    Ruth's Chris Steak House - DestinPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Destin
    4.7
  • David
    Northwest Florida •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    It's our annual tradition to come here for our Christmas Dinner. Most definitely a 5 star restaurant. If I dug deep to find one idea in which to make the occasion even better would be a tad more Christmas decorations. But I'm just nit picking. Great establishment, great staff. See you all next year.
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    BijouxPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Destin
    4.9

Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Destin

Discover the charm of neighborhood gems in Destin, Northwest Florida, where each restaurant brings its own unique flair and exceptional dining experience. Destin's dining scene is vibrant and eclectic, offering everything from sophisticated flavors to cozy, intimate settings that locals and tourists cherish. Each establishment prides itself on delivering consistently excellent food with top-notch service, ensuring every meal is memorable. These neighborhood gems are celebrated for their innovation in cuisine and their ability to provide a romantic backdrop with stunning views of the Florida coast. Whether you're seeking a charming spot for a date night or a quaint venue to enjoy with friends, Destin’s neighborhood gems offer an unparalleled dining experience that catively captures the essence of this beautiful coastal region. Explore our curated selection of restaurants in Destin to find the perfect spot that meets your culinary desires and ambiance preferences.

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