Love this place! Must eat here when in the area, the original restaurant is the best! Counter service to order, with wait staff to deliver to table. Love sitting out on the dock outside at the original restaurant, has a great sunset. The fish dip is good as a starter. We had the fish and shrimp baskets. Their fried fish is so good, light crunchy coating and so fresh tasting. The shrimp are large and lightly battered, and not greasy. Both baskets are plentiful and come with fries and coleslaw. Will definitely return when in the area! read more

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Ordered a fried oyster dinner with fries and hush puppies. Oysters were definitely NOT fried and there were a total of two completely burnt hush puppies. A order of fish with corn and potatoes had two small potatoes and a half piece of corn on the cob. two meals for well over $50 and it was horrible! won't be back! read more

I think the yelp hours are incorrect, they were open until 8pm when we went. The grouper was fabulous, the mahi sandwich was just okay. The gulf shrimp were so good. We also got a platter and hushpuppies. Everything was hot and amazingly priced. The tables aren't anything fancy but it's so nice to be out in the fresh air on the gulf. read more

Came here for some drinks while we waited for some friends to get done jet skiing. Staff was so nice and helpful. If you're looking for some fresh seafood this place can give you that. I will have to come back and try the food but those around us raved about their food. I love that you can see the boats and people jet skiing while you dine. read more

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Really enjoyed this no frills seafood place right on the water. The seafood was all fried well. We went at 11 and had a short wait for everything except the steamed which took about 10 minutes longer than the rest of our food. read more

Nice laid back atmosphere. Be careful when giving name to person at register. Order came out separately and 1 had the correct name and 2nd part didn't. Not sure how that happens but my meal was cold since they walked around yelling the wrong name. Great place to see the sunset which is what this place is know for. read more

We gave this place a try after seeing so many great recommendations on Reddit. Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing. The shrimp were extremely difficult to peel, and the red potatoes were undercooked. While the rest of the food at the table was decent, the shrimp were probably the worst I've had. I really wanted to like this place, but it just didn't live up to the hype for me. read more

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We love finding local favorites and Dewey's clearly qualified. There is absolutely nothing fancy about this place. It's little more than a food truck but what a fantastic food truck it is. We ordered Triple Tail (on recommendation) Swordfish, and skewered gulf shrimp. Everything was delicious. And eating out on the dock in such a beautiful location... chefs kiss. No complaints. Highly recommended. read more

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We chose to stop in as we saw that it is considered a local favorite and the because of the location on the dock with the ocean view. They have plenty of seating inside and more outside, all tables have an umbrella for shade while enjoying the view. The prices are a bit steep, as is expected from a tourist spot. We opted for their popular gulf shrimp and fries option but weren't too impressed by them. They were cooked/fried perfectly but they were definitely missing seasoning, they tasted very bland. Not a very memorable option but we did enjoy the location and there was a nice breeze out. read more

Dewey Destin Seafood - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

Awesome. Loved it !! We come here every time we're here. Best Stuffed shrimp! The flavor of the gumbo was excellent however could have used some meat in it. Prices was very fair read more

Destin, FL 32541 / SEAFOOD / 07-21-25 / DINNER / 2 Adults, 2 Kids +The gumbo was amazing, lots of fresh seafood. -This seafood shack drenches the grilled fish with a sauce. -The grilled shrimp basket was a bit overcooked and dry. -Kids hot dog was super salty. What we ordered: 1 Gumbo $8.95 2 Today's Catch Baskets (24.95 each) $49.90 1 Grilled Shrimp Basket $20.95 1 Kids Hot Dog $5.95 Total: $91.76 plus tip read more

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Benn coming here for about 10 years and it has been our favorite "go to" .... best view of Crab Island and the Bay while eatin' on the dock - until now. Alas, times change as do so many things. Straightforward - beautiful view. Service here is still 5 star, friendly and courteous; food came out quickly and hot. Food/Taste: Here's where things have begun to slip. I normally go for grilled, but decided to try fried Triple Tail. Yes, fish was flaky and tender....but not "slightly sweet" as described by waitstaff. And it was a bit "off" (one piece in particular was pretty darn "fishy".) Bottom line however was that the seasoning was nowhere to be found. Yes...lightly coated and decently fried.... but zilch for enhanced taste. Maybe I should'a stuck to my regular order of Grouper or Trigger fish. (My bad.) Fries were spot on hot and crispy. Wife's fried shrimp were a bit rubbery. How'd that happen? And, the fountain drinks, while cold, had a "Fort Walton-type" funky flavor. Not my cup of tea so to speak. Fallin stars in my Yelp sky. read more

Dewey Destin Seafood - View from dock seating (there are 2 docks for seating plus indoor) - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

The fried shrimp was outstanding -- the best I have had anywhere in years! Everyone was friendly and it was a great experience and definitely a restaurant I will visit again and again!! read more

The staff here are incredibly friendly! You order at a counter and the food is brought out to you. Every staff member was polite and respectful. The food was also very good. Everything tasted fresh and the fried food was not too heavily battered, so you could actually taste the seafood. The views during sunset were also incredible. If you're looking for a local seafood place that is not overrun with tourists definitely check this place out while you're in Destin! read more

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Recommended by a daycare friend, this place is a Florida dream come true with regards to finding 'Old Florida Authentic' seafood. Gotta say that the drive back to the restaurant had my family saying 'Hell no, turn around' because it is a long, lonely lane back to the main event, but once there you know you have hit gold. There were umbrella covered picnic tables on the side and down the pier, people snorkeling nearby, fishing boats coming in. What can I tell you? The atmosphere was Florida idyllic. Maybe not so perfect on a stormy day but luckily this day was glorious with a nice breeze and about 74°. The Sunday evening line was long to order food (hint, there are menus available inside where you order. Don't be shy and go in and grab a couple to peruse while you make the very worthwhile wait) but it went quickly and was great seeing all the food previously ordered being carried by and listening to those who knew their favorite foods there. My group of 6 started with the hot crab dip , fried crab claws and an order of stuffed shrimp. All great! I had my dream come true combination of fried scallops and oysters which were excellent! I would have liked some lemon and am sure I could have asked for some but was too busy eating and enjoying to worry about it. M had the combination captains basket of fish, shrimp and scallops. We also had peel and eat shrimp, red potatoes, Cole slaw and absolutely delicious key lime pie. The only thing I added was some extra salt because they are obviously very careful to not assume your taste buds when it comes to that. No complaints. We sat in the extra area covered seating looking out on a magnificent sunset over the water and I seriously could not have been happier, surrounded by people I loved and food I craved. Part of me hates to write this review because Dewey's feels like it could be a secret restaurantal handshake between people in the know and I wouldn't want just any yahoo coming in and not appreciating it appropriately, but I trust if you have read this far you are not that yahoo. read more

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Service and staff was great! Hard working. Food was mediocre. Crab claws lots of batter on everything and most items you can only get fried. Need to spend a little money on cleanliness. View is nice. read more

I order grouper basket. The grouper was terrible. Tasted like it had been cooked on a grill that had not been cleaned in a long time. Kind of a burnt taste. My daughter's hamburger was tough and over cooked. read more

The BF and I had a bit of a miscommunication about dinner so when we pulled up I was a little worried as he made it seem like they ONLY had peel n eat shrimp. My fears were quickly calmed when I saw the menu and was pleasantly surprised to see grilled options on the menu. We each got a grilled catch of the day with 2 different fish types. Super happy with the plates. Great flavor on the fish and great sides. He also to an order of shrimp. He said at least 1/2 felt overcooked but was still overall happy because of how fresh they were. A no frills place but with really good food and a decent amount of options on the menu. I'd definitely come back!! read more

Dewey Destin Seafood - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

This charming original restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with its close views of Crab Island. During the summer months, it can get quite crowded, but we had a pleasant meal there. Our lunch arrived in about 10 minutes. We ordered a shrimp basket for four people, which cost around $100. The fried shrimp were good, but they didn't quite meet my very high expectations. However, the key lime pie was an absolute standout. I've tried many versions of this pie, and this one was exceptionally delicious. The homemade cool whip alone was worth the reasonable price. read more

I ordered a fish sandwich on the dock on the bay. First bite I tasted raw fish. Don't know how that happened. I with to the Harbor restaurant. I ordered a fish dinner. There was no seasoning on the fish. I was hungry so I went a head and ate the fish and coleslaw. The coleslaw is delicious. read more

My wife loved this place but I thought it was gross! My food was tasteless and bland at best. I had the mates platter and the shrimp was just ok and the hush puppies were all overcooked read more

Dewey Destin's never disappoints, but catching it at sunset was next-level. The seafood was as fresh and delicious as always, but the view made it unforgettable--turquoise water, orange-pink skies, pelicans skimming the surface, and laughter drifting across the deck. We've been here many afternoons, but dinner at sunset is something special. Highly recommend timing your visit for that golden hour--you'll want to linger and savor every bite. When they call out your name and walk your food down the pier to your table you just know it's going to be the best. read more

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My favorite lunch spot in Destin is Dewey Destin Seafood on Calhoun Avenue. I try to go every time I am in the area. It looks like a shack with a pier, but has the best seafood in the area. Very informal atmosphere. You simply order inside, get your drink and either sit on the pier or in one of their screened areas. Hint: go for the open air pier. Beautiful fresh from just hours prior seafood of the day. What they catch is what you eat! Magnificent! read more

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Excellent fried shrimp, amazing grilled amberjack, great slaw, solid key lime pie Truly the fresh fish is best grilled... trust a 15 year customer... but the fried shrimp are truly excellent! read more

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The food was very disappointing. The taste was inconsistent, and the fish had almost no flavor. I ordered fried triple tail, but the employee told me it was mahi mahi, which was confusing and didn't give me much confidence in what I was actually served. I expected a fresh fish experience, but this was far from it. Even the sides, like the corn, lacked flavor. To make matters worse, the meal ended up upsetting my stomach. For the price, I definitely expected much better quality read more

Wanted some fried shrimp and this place was recommended. It's in kind of a shack with two docks and a rustic dining room all with picnic tables. You order at a counter. We got the fried shrimp basket along with a mixed basket of shrimp, oysters, and mahi-mahi. Fries, hush puppies, and coleslaw came with them. I had to get a side of gumbo too. All in, it was not bad but seemed to lack seasoning. That may be a personal preference. The shrimp were big and fried nicely. I would go back with a bottom of hot sauce in my pocket. Oh, unless you're in shorts and a tee shirt you're over dressed. Very causal. read more

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Wasnt good at all. We really just expected fresher shrimp and oysters but even though fried we could tell they were anything but fresh. Definitely not the hype we had heard or read read more

Looked around the internet for recommendations in Destin and Dewey Destin kept popping up. This place is so good. This one is located by a harbor where you can get a great view of the sunset for dinner. The tables by the docks fill quickly so you might need to get lucky or opt for the indoor seating. Service was fantastic and the line moved quickly despite being long. The person who took our order was very friendly and professional. Highly recommend getting their fried Triple Tail if it's available (catch of the day). The crunchy fried exterior mixed with the fresh pillowy texture of the fish was nothing short of spectacular. Their buffalo shrimp was amazing too. Best part, if you got room for dessert, there is an ice cream spot right next to Dewey. Don't miss out on this fresh seafood spot when you're in town! read more

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The location is really interesting and the food is good of you like fresh fried seafood. The service and wait staff are great.

The view is fantastic, perfect for ocean front dining! Go around sunset but arrive early for a good table! Our waitress was great and we appreciated she brought the kids food first! We started off with the crap dip with ritz crackers - fantastic! We had to get more crackers to finish every last bit of the dip. Had some cocktails and ahi tuna; all in all I'd go here again when in town! read more

Dewey Destin Seafood - Crab dip - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

This was one of our favorite meals and locations while visiting Destin. The views were amazing and everyone enjoyed the fresh air and the ambiance of being on the peer. Three family members enjoyed the Snow Crab Legs and I enjoyed the Fried Triple Tail basket. There was only crab leg husks leftover when everyone was finished. Everything was prepared deliciously and the service was knowledgeable and quick. Just for information, our meal for four with tip was ~$200. Money well spent. read more

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just had dinner last minute here and couldn't be happier with the experience. "mom & pop" vibe, sweet staff, fresh food, amazing dockside views, and better pricing for quality of food. we got 3 dinner orders of the fried shrimp and 1 grilled chicken sandwich, totaling around $97. admittedly, this is steep, but the it was all tasty, and a MUCH cheaper option compared to other seafood options in the area. not tourist trap-y, just solid. entrance is a little scary when you first pull in, but keep driving until you reach the gravel lot. head up the dock's ramp until you enter the wooden shack labeled "entrance" where you order inside, then they bring your food to you after calling out your name. then, enjoy some dewey's ice cream right next door after! read more

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The shrimp the fish the sides.. I recommend all .. the ambiance is amazing .. service was quick and with very pleasant wait staff! Great place for a sunny day ! I had the grilled shrimp skewer with corn and boiled potatoes .. lots of butter on the side and plenty of tarter and cocktail sauce . read more

We've been coming here for many years, it's one of our favorite spots. We come to the one **on the bay.** The ambiance is awesome, beyond relaxed, if you're not in shorts and t-shirt and flip flops, you're over dressed. It's a glorified shack on the beach, ok, maybe not even glorified. As you sit, you'll watch over the clear water, boats on the sand bar way out, and feel the gentle ocean breeze, it's magical. Check out the photos I attached. Saw a couple dolphins today and a bunch of really cool sea birds. It's not simple to find, but not hard, and definitely worth finding! The food has always been great! Today it was good. I got the Mate's Platter which comes with fried scallops, shrimp, fish, hush puppies, fries and coleslaw. I was talked into a fish called triple-tail over the traditional mahi mahi for an up charge, I should have stuck with the original. The fish was good, but not as good as mahi. It was a ton of food and very good. We also got a crab cake sandwich and fries. Always good. They have a ton of seafood choices, amazing menu options really! They have an ice cream shack / store / cafe that's a shack also. Right on site. You can expect to pay $15-$30 per person including a nice beer or soda. They have a decent canned / bottled beer selection too. When you go, you'll 100% think you're going down the wrong "street", which is a driveway, go a few hundred more feet, you'll get there! And you'll be happy you did! read more

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The lines will get long so go early, either after lunch rush or an early dinner. Staff is working fast and quick to get food out. Once you order, they will bring out your food to you. There is inside eating or plenty of patio seating with great views. 8.5/10 read more

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Always good. Always fresh. And fast. We also got snow cones next door. And after eating we walked around the dock, saw blue crabs, hermit crabs, and fish. Kids loved it. read more

Dewey Destin Seafood - Fried shrimp basket - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

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PRO *Grouper was the catch of the day and was so delicious. *The shrimp salad was more than enough for one person . I wish it had more shrimp but I'm just being greedy because that was some of the biggest, perfectly fried, and great tasting shrimp I've ever had. The salad had a great mix of green and veggies! *Pricing was very reasonable for the type of food. CONS: *Limited drink menu read more

Visiting from Seattle during the Christmas boat show. Food was not fresh, fresh frozen. I got the fried shrimp and it definitely came from a bag! The fries were soggy and the hush puppies were burnt. The staff were attentive. Place is not very clean, especially the bathroom! Too many other restaurants to try, skip this one! read more

A great little hidden gem right on the water. I think you would have to kill and clean the fish on site to get them fresher. It depends on what you think is elegant if nature is your favorite this is it . Many fresh catches to choose from and after the meal a great little trailer selling ice cream and snow cones sets out back. Time the sunset adds to your experience. read more

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I ordered the fried shrimp covered with bacon and it was disgusting. The bacon was very raw and still light pink/gray. It was mushy and tasted very wrong. Later after eating it I got terrible food poisoning. I should have known because the inside looked very unsanitary and had flies and also ketchup that had been sitting in the hot sun all day. Don't go here. read more