We were hesitant to try this seafood restaurant bc we are on a budget. The food was great and the…read morebartender upstairs was so friendly and kind. I had the head on shrimp and they were huge, sitting in a bowl of melted butter and spices. My husband had fish and it was also great.

Gotta love a local favorite that you can call minutes before closing to say you're on your way to…read morepick up some of the finest steamed shrimp around. Trent never ceases to deliver pure perfection!!!!! Thank you for being our "go to" for our party needs!!!! Always a favorite!!!

My husband and I visited this popular restaurant expecting a wait, but the staff quickly found us…read moretwo seats at the bar. The service was top-notch from start to finish, the restaurant was absolutely beautiful, and the food came out fast. The Alfredo was hands down the best we've ever had! Everything about our experience was exceptional. We will definitely be back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience. 10/10!

We came in to have dinner while celebrating our bachelorette trip. We had a mixed experience. We…read morecame early since they don't take reservations and we had a big group. While waiting, we sat at the bar. I ordered a Paloma. It was tasty and the presentation was nice. However, we saw a cockroach in the straw container on the bar. We told the bar tender and she threw half the straws away. We told her she needed to toss all of them and she did. I couldn't finish my drink after that. The wait was very long. On the phone they told us it would be 20-30 minutes. It was 2 hours. They told us the reason was because another table was overstaying, which didn't make a lot of sense. Our waitress was rude. She was annoyed we wanted separate checks and was very curt. All of us were put off by her attitude. For appetizers, we got the edamame hummus, edamame, Brussels sprouts, and shrimp lettuce wraps. The edamame hummus was weird. It didn't have a ton of flavor and the wasabi peas and ginger on top were just strange. The Brussels sprouts and shrimp wraps were good. The shrimp wrap was probably our favorite app. For my entree, I got Sandor's ravioli. It was good, but not hot. The ravioli was handmade and very cheesy. The fish was perfectly blackened. Unfortunately our bride's steak was undercooked and she didn't want to send it back after the long wait and waitress attitude. I got the key lime pie to go and it took forever to get it. We had to ask another server to get it. It was amazing, but not worth the hold up after an already negative experience. We let the manager know about our experience and while they were very apologetic and offered us a discount, our experience was what it was and we had already paid. I appreciate their acknowledgment and offer to make it right.

We swung by Nick's Seafood on a random weeknight shortly after Christmas. The weather outside was…read morechilly and windy, but inside the restaurant was warm and cozy. Decorated with all kinds of evidence of small town love, this casual restaurant was one of the most welcoming places I've ever been inside! The items I would recommend: *Fish of the day - We got a blackened trout (which was the fish of that day) with two sides. The fish was cooked to perfection and fantastic. The sides were delicious. The mac and cheese side was yummy, but the side of okra with tomatoes (cooked together with pieces of bacon/sausage - sorry, not sure which - for a meaty boost in flavor) was my favorite. *Shrimp - I also recommend getting a grilled or blackened shrimp. It's one of the most tender shrimp you'll eat. So succulent, you'll be tempted to order more! One thing to note, this restaurant is really reasonably priced. You would pay way more across the bay for the same meal. The portions are also very fair and it'll fill you up for sure. Some fun facts about the restaurant: *Captain Nick (owner) closes the eatery to go fishing on Mondays and Tuesdays. Anything he catches then will be served at the restaurant during the rest of the week, so you know the seafood here is local and fresh. *A lot of kids living in the area get their first jobs here, and it's been that way for years. They all seem to be treated well here, and the kids that served us did a wonderful job! *We got to meet Captain Nick and he was one of the nicest and sweetest people you'd ever meet (so were the customers!). He gave us a grand tour of the land where pigs/piglets, turkeys, chickens/roosters are kept in the back of the restaurant. Some of the animals were free-range and friendly. It was fun to see! All in all, Nick's Seafood is well worth the drive from across the bay. Scenic roads all the way to the restaurant, scrumptious foods and the most lovely people to greet us at the end, we drove from Destin and we'll definitely be making the drive again!

Food was awful! The quality of the food is not good for the price . The seafood platter was too…read moreexpensive.

Our favorite of ours every time we visit Destin are for more than 30 years. Fresh local seafood, in…read morea very fun environment. Even though original burned years ago, new venue is bigger and just as cool.

The food is decent, though not somewhere I would consider for a special occasion. We have dined…read morethere several times when visiting town and have generally found it to be an average restaurant. On our most recent visit, after a six-hour drive, we decided to order takeout. When we received the bill, it seemed higher than expected. Upon asking for clarification, we were told there was an 8% "packaging fee," which exceeded the local tax. This charge was not itemized as a packaging fee on the receipt--only listed as "8%"--and there was no explanation provided. Since it had been a long day and our order was already prepared, we chose to proceed with the purchase. What concerned us most was that this fee was neither disclosed on the website nor mentioned when we placed our order. We only became aware of it after questioning the total. Greater transparency would have been appreciated. If such charges were clearly communicated in advance, customers could make informed decisions. While we understand that restaurants operate with tight margins, unexpected fees leave a negative impression and ultimately influenced our decision not to return. We have enjoyed the food in the past, but at this price point, we would likely explore other options that we feel offer better overall value.

Have absolutely loved Stinky's until this visit. We've been coming here for years and missed our…read moreannual trip in 2025, so to say we were looking forward to our meal is an understatement. When we walked in, we all felt something was off or different. We were greeted by a nice young waiter but immediately noticed all the regular, long-time servers were gone. Uniforms different and now everyone was wearing their new "restaurant group" uniforms. While it may still be called Stinky's only the name remains. The classic fresh fish preparation with the diced potatoes and veggies have been replaced by a heaping amount of mashed potatoes and soggy broccolini. While the fish was okay, it lacked the special touches of the past. The firecracker shrimp lacked the good flavor and gentle breading of the past. Maybe it's okay for people who have never experienced what Stinky's was, but we would plan our last night at the beach to always include Stinky's. This year it's time to find a new favorite.

Went here after a friend insisted we go party. Great band, the Stink Juice KICKS and got to meet…read moresome friendly locals. Go check it out if you want some good tunes and libations!!

Great food, drinks, and great service! Very eclectic looking and cozy…read more I like that the menu is very limited. Less choices to make, and they can stick with excellent food preparations. Looking forward to our next visit

My sister and her husband had been here before and really like the place so we booked reservations…read morefor my brother-in-laws birthday dinner. Heir menu really doesn't change, but it doesn't need to. They have amazing seafood, great sides and cold drinks. Josh was our waiter and was very speedy! We go out orders in and dinner seemed like it came out quick and hot. I tried that gumbo first and the flavor put be back in New Orleans. I had the grouper and my fiancé ordered the crab cakes. I heard they were known for their crab cakes, but I wasn't a huge fan. My blackened grouper was absolutely delicious. The seasoning wasn't over powering and the fish was cooked to perfection. The salad was my favorite part crazy enough. It was a tomato basil vinaigrette that was out of this world with flavor. It had a sweet base to it that brought out the basil flavor that made us all guess what the ingredients were. What I really enjoyed about this place was that the owner was walking around all night checking on the tables and making sure everyone was enjoying themselves and that the food was perfection. Great dinner spot and really cool vibe with all the red lights and fun paintings everywhere.

Food was great, fast courteous service even though it was packed! I would go back! Gulf view was…read morebeautiful! Loved watching the kids playing!

We had a great time at Down Island. Kristen our server was amazing. She had really great…read moresuggestions on the food and beverages. The fish dip was hands down my favorite. All fresh ingredients served with fresh vegetables. The cocktails were delicious. The deserts are made fresh in house everyday. Chef kiss the cobbler was outstanding. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Huge bar area with plenty of cocktail and beer options bottle and draft. This place is conveniently located in US 98 with plenty of parking. Definitely coming back next time I am in the panhandle.

Great place with super friendly and quick service. We got a pound of shrimp - peeled and deveined…read moreas well as a pound of scallops and it was all fresh, sweet, and delicious. We also had the smoked salmon dip which was very good - strong smoke flavor (duh). Finally the key lime pie is maybe the best key lime pie I've ever had. Get one. A whole one!

If you are looking for fresh seafood to cook, this is the place! We come here every year to pickup…read moreseafood to cook at the place we are staying. Depending on the season they have several types of fish to choose from. A few things that they have that you may not think about, Spicy Crab dip (yes spelled with a C, the real deal) this is AMAZING! And Smoked Tuna dip also very good! If you are visiting and have a place to cook, you need to go here!

We got seats upstairs at the bar and ordered food and drinks. They had live music going outside…read more The bartenders were nice and attentive. Our food was very good, we got the Ny strip with potatoes, asparagus and a side of mac n cheese and then oysters and the crab legs. Everything was good and the atmosphere was perfect for a beach dinner

A must-stop on 30A! On this girls' trip, we devoured the tuna dip, jalapeño cheddar oysters, and…read moreBlue Chair shrimp--everything was absolutely delicious, as always. Our server, Savannah, was delightful--friendly, attentive, and made our experience even better.

Yo! This spot is LEGIT! Dope service, great burgers, crispy cajun fries, fresh garden salad, and…read morebomb homemade dressings. 100% coming back ASAP."

Fried shrimp that are seasoned perfectly, crispy and delicious! I upgraded from fries to sweet…read morepotato tater tots, 10/10. The cocktail sauce that comes with the basket is very horseradish forward so it definitely clears your sinuses with the first taste the servers work as a team so everyone is assisting you at once. We sat at the bar and watched basketball. Overall, it seems like a nice spot to grab a bite to eat and chill.