Food-five stars. Wait-1 star. Go at 4:00 or at 8:00. We went at 6:00 and waited 2 hours 45 minutes…read more There is a sand beach, docks, and a bad out back, but that was too long of a wait. The food hit it out of the park though. The fried green tomatoes appetizer was delicious, but I would get a second app if you are in a group of 6+ people. My husband and I both got the red snapper chef recommendation. It was the best meal I've had in a very long time. Our son got the filet and it was cooked perfectly. I was excited to finally have an elevated meal while we were vacationing here. Very, very good food and an awesome atmosphere!

We came here with a group of 12 for a bachelorette trip and overall had a great experience. We were…read moreoriginally told the wait would be 1.5 to 2 hours, but we were pleasantly surprised to be seated in under an hour. We sat outside, enjoyed the live music, and the atmosphere was perfect for a group celebration. Service was quick and attentive, especially considering how busy they were. Food wise, the pimento cheese dip was unfortunately not a hit for our group. It had a very thick, almost paste like consistency and was difficult to spread. I also ordered the corn and crab bisque, and personally was not a fan of the sweeter flavor. For my meal, I ordered the summer salad and absolutely loved it. I finished every bite. Our server also highly recommended the first three fish options on the menu, and everyone who ordered fish completely cleaned their plates. Portion sizes were very generous. The only issue we had was the bride's steak being overcooked, but the manager personally came over, addressed it, and made sure everything was taken care of. Overall, great atmosphere, live music, generous portions, and solid service. A fun spot for groups and celebrations!

Bartender Natalie was awesome. There's 3 bartender's working as a team. Amazing service. The bean…read moresoup for 18 cents is really good! Our bartender recommended pork chops. I never order them as I'm paranoid of them being too dry. Well anyway.. she talked us into it & the pork chops were absolutely incredible. They came with an amazing bourbon glaze, apple sauce, & mashed taters! All SOO good! & Juicy!!! Oh. Excellent cocktails too. Great free-pour. No measurement crap.

After a number of times visiting Destin, we finally tried MacGuires Irish Pub…read more The most noteworthy thing about the restaurant was the thousands of dollar bills hanging from the ceiling and attached to every flat surface available. It was startling to say the least. Our waitress was top-notch and extremely friendly and very attentive. She was very helpful and made sure we were well attended to. I had the chicken pot pie, which was good but I did not feel that it was worth almost $23. I mean after all, it's a chicken pot pie. It was not overly large nor did it have an abundance of chicken in it. My wife had the fish, shrimp and chips. The fish was thin and bland. The shrimp had been overcooked and was tough. The fries were as basic as any you could get at any restaurant anywhere. We both agreed her meal was the worst that we had had at Destin since we have been here. As far as food goes, the bright side was the black bread which we really enjoyed. But we only got one small loaf to split among four adults and we're not offered anymore. Total bill for four of us, and we ate at the lower end of the menu with water to drink and some iced tea was $136 out the door. We walked away feeling that we did not get our moneys worth. Hopefully you'll have better luck.

This restaurant checked all the boxes. Food service and ambience was awesome. The staff made you…read morefeel like a regular customer even though it was our first time. I had a snapper it was done perfect perfectly. Peggy had a salad and a vegetable plate. Follow up was very good by Chris. He did an outstanding job and checked in just right. I'm writing this now a couple days later and I was thinking about where to go for dinner tonight and then I thought we'll go there again. The reason they had my Mount Gaye rum and Coke it was perfect.

We came here on 01/23/2026 for dinner at about 6pm with a party of five. This was my first time…read morehere; however, everyone else in the party has previously been to the restaurant. The restaurant is very large with indoor and outdoor dining areas, and it is casual, but classy. Overall, we had a great experience. The host was fine; however, lacked empathy and customer service skills. He was a full 30 seconds ahead of us, and if we wouldn't have been tracking him with our eyes, we wouldn't have known where to sit. By the time we got to the table, he was nowhere to be found; however, the menus were in a pile on the table. Our server, on the other hand, was very pleasant. He was kind, caring and kept us informed and checked in on us frequently. The table shared the crab cakes and the blue crab claws, both of which were very good. Of course, the complimentary hush puppies are definitely a hit as well. For my entree I had the Grouper Louisianne. It was a tasty piece of fish, that came with a great side salad and a super delicious twice baked potato. Other than the host, the other reason for the minus one star, was the unusually long time it took between the salad course and the main course. It was a full 20 minute wait, after we were done with our salads, for the main course to arrive. Otherwise, I would likely try the restaurant again at a future time, if something brought me back to the area.

While vacationing in Destin, Florida, we decided to try The Back Porch, a beachfront restaurant…read morelocated just outside our resort. This place is always busy, so I recommend arriving early. They also have a charming gift shop that's worth checking out. The restaurant was clean, well-managed, and organized despite the crowd. We were seated within five minutes, and our table was greeted immediately for drink orders. Our server, Ethan, was excellent--attentive, efficient, and friendly throughout the meal. I ordered the Surf & Turf, featuring a 14-ounce ribeye and snow crab legs, along with coleslaw and lemon dill rice. The steak was cooked very well, though it could have used a little more seasoning. The snow crab legs were sweet and flavorful, especially dipped in the melted butter. The coleslaw was fresh and delicious, and the lemon dill rice was the perfect accompaniment, soaking up all the flavors from the steak and crab. This was the perfect spot for our group to gather after a long day at the beach. The atmosphere, service, and location made for a wonderful dining experience. Rating: 4/5 stars My only critiques would be that the prices were a bit steep and the food could have benefited from a little more seasoning. Overall, it was a great experience, and I would gladly return.

This is one of our top restaurants in Destin because they have an array of grilled options & are a…read moregood value for what you get in Destin prices We got for 2 adults & a toddler: 1/2 dz oysters $13 Snapper sandwich $26 I think Snow crabs 1 lbs ~$50 We ended up eating everything but the sides and took those with us We got the rice but didn't love it. It was too dry but we were hoping our toddler would eat it. The green bean medley was good as just a simple veg side. It's long beans with mushrooms and onions. The onions and mushrooms i could've passed on but it wasn't over seasoned which is what I needed The twice baked potato was good, very cheesy and I think it has bacon in it The grilled fish sandwich was great. Nice sized fish & the Cole slaw is good here, almost fruity. It came with a ton of fries that were cooked well. The bread is soft & the tartar sauce went well with it The crabs were cooked perfectly and so sweet. I almost wish we'd have gotten an extra cluster for $18. It's always busy at this place. They told us 35 mins for the wait but it took maybe 20. It filled up as we left though. They have a gift shop and beach access to entertain you while you wait + a loud speaker so you can hear them call for you. The lot is across the street and it fills up as there's other businesses here but usually someone leaves within 5-10 mins so just have someone get on the wait and then go find a spot if you have more than 1 person

Ordered pickup, it was ready so fast less than 10 minutes and it was delicious! Looks like a…read moreclean, nice restaurant, nice staff!

This is a place you can dress casual and have an incredible dining experience…read more Started off with the fried portobello mushrooms incredible, we then went to the main course,I had the pistachio crusted grouper, which was the best I've ever had. My wife had the fried shrimp basket. Shrimp was fresh and light. The taste of the seafood here is so fresh. Giovanni the owner and chef did two years in Hells kitchen withGordon Ramsay's

We had the best evening tonight! My wife, who is a connoisseur of shrimp and grits said that it was…read morethe best she's ever had!! Highly recommend the fillet mignon wontons, and the fried oyster salad!! Our server Chris was outstanding and the atmosphere was awesome.

Marina Cafe is always a favorite of my husband and I when we visit Destin. We were able to be…read moreseated write in front of the ocean, which was such a beautiful view. We had the pleasure of having Mike as our server. He was nice and knowledgeable. He made several recommendations, which we took him up on. We started off ordering cocktails. I had the white sangria and my husband ordered an old fashioned. Both drinks were just okay, but the star of the show is always the martinis, which was our next round of drinks. My husband also had a Moscow mule and he enjoyed it. For food, we ordered the calamari, filet mignon wontons, scallops and the red snapper. We enjoyed all of our food, but the dirty rice was a little too mushy for our liking, so we'd probably try something else the next time. Overall, we enjoyed ourselves, and look forward to visiting again!

What a great dining experience! Everything we tried was delicious and our server, Olga, was…read morewonderful, as was the whole waitstaff. White table cloths & proper wine service are my love language. Highly recommend making a reservation as they do book up on busier nights/weekends. We sat on the patio which was clean, pretty, and spacious- also dog-friendly. The lobster spring rolls and the tuna carpaccio are a must! The fish special was triple tail and it was delicious. Will definitely be back next time I'm in the area.

My family stops in every time we are in town and every thing we have tried is amazing. I actually…read morethought I wrote a review of how solid this place is. The pics are from 11/24 so the food may be prepared a bit different but is always good. We started with the lobster spring rolls, crab beignets and the mozzarella and tomatoes. All were delicious. They don't skim on the lobster. Each piece has a half of a lobster tail. The crab beignets are crispy on the outside and filled with crab. The dinner menu is not big but I think I have tried everything except the ahi tuna which my son gets consistently and he loves. Our latest visit I got the shrimp and grits for the first time and it was amazing. The mushrooms on the grits complemented the dish well. The staff is welcoming gives great recommendations. We will of course be back.

My husband and I had such a wonderful time celebrating Valentine's Day at Commelfo Restaurant! From…read morethe moment we arrived, the atmosphere was warm, inviting, and perfect for a special evening together. The ambiance really set the tone -- romantic, comfortable, and beautifully done without feeling over the top. The food was absolutely amazing. Every dish was flavorful, fresh, and clearly made with care. You can tell they take pride in what they serve. The drinks were just as impressive -- perfectly prepared and a great complement to the meal. What really made the night special was the overall experience. The service was attentive, friendly, and made us feel welcomed the entire time. It's the kind of place where you can relax, enjoy each other's company, and truly savor the moment. We're so glad we chose Commelfo for Valentine's Day and will definitely be back. Highly recommend for date nights or any special occasion!

This place was so good! We went for both breakfast AND dinner!! Breakfast blew us away so we had to…read morego back and try their dinner. The ambiance is great and service was on point. Can't wait to go back next time we visit Miramar!

Amazing service, Brittney added to the whole experience. Super knowledgeable, personable, and…read morefriendly. Food was phenomenal. Would return to again experience BOTH the service and the food. Super cute ambience, perfect and charming server, exceptional food.

Everything we had was amazing! We split the curry chicken salad sando and it was perfect for lunch…read morewith two people. Instead of the kettle chips, we upgraded to truffle Parm fries. For a quick lunch before flying home to Houston, this place was a wonderful reprieve from the tourists and heat. Sarah D was our server, and we had already heard that she gave great service and other yelp reviews. Delighted to hear that the glass of wine I wanted was on happy hour special for six dollars. They have other specials like old-fashioned Mondays and espresso martini Tuesdays. Bitterroot being on the way to the airport, this will definitely be on the list for next visit to Florida!

Blackened chicken Caesar salad was delicious and raw Key Lime Pie was phenomenal. Xavier's service…read morewas great, and everyone in out 10 person group enjoyed their meal. Only negative is there was zero breeze and tables are tight so it was a pretty warm dinner.

Fresh raw oysters, well spiced, thick and rich gumbo, and some tasty and cold IPA. I also ordered a…read moremahi sandwich which made for a complete dinner. Everyone in my crew commented on this being the best oysters and gumbo of their trip so far. I would say they are not wrong. My ONLY "dings" were the beers are served in plastic cups and our waitress appeared to be miffed that she had to take away our empty oyster trays. I would go here again for sure!!