Romantic Restaurants in Destin, FL

1. Beach Walk Cafe

Located in the Henderson Park Inn, the Beach Walk Cafe has been hailed as one of the most romantic dining destinations in the area. Boasting unfettered views of the Gulf and its beautiful beaches, the seaside café has an idyllic setting and is one of the best places to watch the sinking below the horizon while sipping colorful cocktails.

The intimate dining room features a cozy fireplace and magnificent views, and the outdoor verandah offers the perfect place for romantic alfresco dining under the stars. Seasonal menus feature farm-to-table fare such as fresh local seafood, prime steaks, housemade pasta dishes, and crisp salads, all made from scratch using locally sourced ingredients. An extensive wine list of vintages from around the world accompanies the cuisine, along with handcrafted cocktails, and craft beers by the bottle and on tap.

3413, 2700 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 850-650-7100

2. Bijoux

Located in Market Shops at Sandestin, Bijoux is a romantic fine dining restaurant that serves dinner every night and promised an unforgettable dining experience.

The beautifully appointed dining room has crisp white tableclothed tables and gleaming silverware, setting the tone for the sublime cuisine and award-winning wines that follow. The seasonal menu features the freshest Gulf seafood, prime steaks, organic salads, and vegetarian options, and mouthwatering desserts, all of which are prepared using locally sourced ingredients and regional produce.

Guests can relax in the intimate Bijoux lounge, which features plush décor and leather sofas and serves an array of libations from the full-service, including classic cocktail and a large selection of specialty martinis.

9375 US Highway 98 W #22, Miramar Beach, FL 32550, Phone: 850-622-0760

3. Boshamps Seafood and Oyster House

Based on the beautiful Destin Harbor, Boshamps Seafood and Oyster House is a long-standing restaurant that serves locally sourced Southern-style seafood served in a comfortable, family-friendly atmosphere with gorgeous ocean views.

The family-owned and operated restaurant moved from being a fine-dining establishment to a warm and welcoming family restaurant and today features a spacious dining area with two full-service bars and a lovely outdoor deck with seating for dining beneath the stars. The menu features Southern classics like fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, po’boys, and blackened catfish, as well as freshly shucked oysters and an array of fresh seafood dishes.

An extensive wine list accompanies the cuisine, along with handcrafted cocktails and craft beers by the bottle and on tap, and the restaurant serves lunch and dinner daily.

414 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 850-424-7406

4. Brotulas Restaurant

Overlooking the tranquil Destin Harbor, Brotulas Restaurant is a locally-owned and operated restaurant with a warm, family-friendly vibe and beautiful harbor views.

The waterfront restaurant specializes in fresh seafood from the Gulf, offering a wide selection of steamed and boiled shellfish platters, fresh catch-of-the-day fish and oysters on the half shell.

In addition to serving the freshest seafood around, the restaurant is also known for its regional seafood specialties, delicious meat dishes, and wide variety of colorful libations from the bar. Brotula's Seafood House & Steamer serves lunch and dinner daily.

210 US-98, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 850-460-8900

5. Camille's at Crystal Beach

Camille's at Crystal Beach is a quiet, easygoing eatery that serves ocean-fresh seafood and handmade sushi in a tranquil setting.

Set in the charming Beachside Inn, Camille’s serves breakfast and lunch daily with comfortable outdoor seating, which embraces the sights and sounds of the surrounding ocean. Seasonal menus feature locally-sourced and sustainably-caught seafood and naturally-raised beef and chicken dishes, as well as organic salads, vegetables and sides, and mouthwatering desserts.

Sushi and sashimi are hand-made to order, and an extensive wine list of both local and imported wines accompanies the cuisine, along with handcrafted cocktails, and craft beers by the bottle and on tap.

2931 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 850-337-8860

6. Captain Dave's On the Gulf

Captain Dave's On the Gulf is a long-standing go-to for the freshest local seafood, breathtaking views, and warm and welcoming inviting atmosphere.

Established in 1968, the airy oceanside restaurant has been serving classically fried, grilled and broiled seafood against a backdrop of breathtaking ocean view ever since. Beautifully decorated in warm wood tones with floor-to-ceiling windows and a vast Molla-Molla hanging from the ceiling, the restaurant focuses on serving the freshest seafood in town, with a classic Florida-style menu featuring Gulf favorites like Grouper Parmesan, Cajun Redfish, and Broiled Lobster Tail.

The cuisine can be paired with an excellent selection of casual wines, craft, and draft beers, and classic cocktails made with top-shelf spirits.

3796 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 850-837-2627

7. Harbor Docks

Harbor Docks is a family-friendly waterfront restaurant that specializes in serving fresh seafood and handmade sushi in a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere.

Established in 1979, the vibrant waterfront hangout has a spacious dining room and a lovely outdoor deck for alfresco dining against a backdrop of Gulf views. The market-driven menu features a variety of fresh seafood, fish platters, and handmade sushi, succulent steaks and chops, organic chicken dishes, and crisp salads and vegetarian options, and the food is accompanied by an extensive wine list of both local and imported wines, handcrafted cocktails, and craft beers by the bottle and on tap.

538 Harbor Blvd, Destin, FL 32541, Phone: 850-837-2506