We had a great time on our tailfins tiki excursion to crab island. Captain Al was great! He is knowledgeable and provided some great suggestions on places to visit while we are here in Destin. Would definitely do this again! read more

we got there at 8:30 worried it would be to close to quitting time. we were wrong! the service was excellent and the drinks were cold! our waitress was super polite and made sure we were taken care of like they had just opened for the day! the lobster tails were to die for as was the rest of the meal. 10/10 will go back on every vacation to Destin!! read more

Whether you're passing through the Destin area, here vacationing, or live in the area this is THE SPOT! The food is phenomenal, and seafood is very fresh. Been here a handful of times and they never miss Don't even get me started on the ambiance...they have TONS of indoor and outdoor seating right on the water. They have several tvs, and usually have games streaming, so if you're wanting to enjoy some Sunday night football, go here! read more

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My bf and I had gone previously with a different captain and had such a great time that we decided to come back again to celebrate his birthday with a group of 8 people. Unfortunately, this last experience was completely different. The previous captain was interactive, gave us fun history facts, got in the water with us, offered cups/drinks, and really created a fun and welcoming atmosphere. This time around, our captain honestly made the experience uncomfortable and not enjoyable. The energy felt very much like "sit down, be quiet, and I'll just take you there." At one point he even said, "This is my aux, I control the music," which just came off unnecessarily rude and dismissive toward the group. We understand every captain has a different personality, but this experience made us realize how much the captain truly dictates the overall vibe of the trip. We ended up mostly avoiding interaction because it felt awkward, which was disappointing considering this was supposed to be a birthday celebration. On top of that, gratuity was automatically added at $15 per person, so we paid an additional $135 for an experience that honestly lacked hospitality and customer engagement. We love the concept of Tiki and had such a positive first experience, which is why this was so disappointing. I just wanted to provide honest feedback because the difference between captains completely changed the experience for us. read more

We had such a great experience on the Tiki Boat tour to Crab Island with Captain Al! He made the trip fun, easygoing, and enjoyable from the moment we boarded. One of the best parts was that there were plenty of floats available for everyone, so we could relax in the water without needing to bring anything extra. Captain Al was also very informative and shared interesting details about the area during the ride, which made the trip even better. He clearly knows the waters well and made sure everyone felt comfortable and had a great time. Highly recommend booking with Captain Al if you're heading out to Crab Island -- it was definitely a highlight of our trip! read more

We had tons of fun on our 3 hour tiki ride to crab island. Our driver Joe was informative, friendly and great to spend time with! The tiki had an array of floaties for guests to enjoy as well as ice for our drinks. We highly recommend! read more

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Best nachos we've ever had! We came to Tailfins after spending the day at Crab Island. It was the perfect scene, as we were still in swimsuits, and the food was delicious! The kids approved too! read more

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I don't even know where to begin to describe the absolutely incredible experience we had with "Tiki Joe"! My friends and I rented the private tiki cruise out to crab Island and it was incredibly fun. All of us wished we had actually planned to be there all day! It was also absolutely worth it to pay up for a private event if you have a big group. Other boats had DJ booths, slides, etc. and it was so fun to get out and meet some new people. Our tiki boat had rafts that we sunned on or ate our lunch on. It was incredibly relaxing. We ended up paying to extend our trip because we were having so much fun. There are vendor boats going around the water selling food, drinks, and clothes which was pretty cool to see. Joe was the best host ever. He helped load our cooler, he had extra ice ready to keep our drinks cold, he made us cookies, he helped grab us drinks and snacks whenever we needed them, got us all set up with a speaker and let us bump our music, I mean seriously whatever we needed. Joe was so helpful, kind, and respectful. He was incredible with his anticipatory service, he would get things for us before we even had to ask, just because he was observant. read more

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omg food, and service was awesome. the setting was great. i love the outside view by the water read more

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If you come to Destin and dont spend some quality relaxing time on the Tiki Boat at Crab Island, you are missing the proverbial boat. Our group had a fantastic time and will do it again on a return visit. read more

Tailfins Waterfront Grill - A good day courtesy of Tailfin Tiki boats! - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

Moving to a 4 star because they were doing quite well for us being open on Christmas and once we were seated. read more

Tailfins Waterfront Grill - Bavarian Pretzel - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

Quick service with a great view! We went early March so it was on the cooler side, but still enjoyed the deck. Firecracker shrimp was 10/10!! Lobster roll had a decent amount of claw meat, but i ended up eating only half of the bun because it was so much bread. Delicious non the less. Husband really enjoyed the grouper and also ended up only eating the fish without the bun. read more

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Had a great time with Captain Al. Highly recommend. We met fun people and enjoyed the day.

The grilled grouper sandwich I had was really good. I wish they offered better side options to go with the food. The beer list wasn't up to date but luckily I happened to walk by the tap and see they had Guinness on draught even though it's not listed in their menu. It was 11am and not many people were there but the bathrooms were filthy. I considered going somewhere else to use the bathroom. The views would also be a lot nicer if there wasn't a huge tv blocking it.. imagine having a restaurant on the Destin harbor and blocking those views with a tv for football. read more

Tiki was clean and comfortable with an enclosed bathroom on board. Captain ryan was very attentive and helped with everything. Had a great time. read more

Tailfins is very appealing for the tourist visiting Destin. Plenty of decor hanging up of your favorite football team. Plenty of items and drinks to choose from. I got their shrimp and grits. Which was delicious which a great Cajun bite to it. Service I felt like could have been better though. read more

Tailfins Waterfront Grill - Award Winning Seafood Gumbo - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

We chose Tailfins Waterfront Grill in part because it's promoted as women-owned, and we were genuinely excited to support that. Unfortunately, the experience did not live up to expectations. What stood out most--and not in a good way--was the large political cutout displayed on the ceiling near the bathrooms. It felt completely out of place in a dining setting and took away from what should have been a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere. Regardless of personal views, it created an uncomfortable environment. Combined with our already disappointing experience with their tiki boat excursion, this just added to an overall negative impression. We had hoped for a better experience, especially given how the restaurant is presented, but it fell short for us. read more

Amber was awesome! Sweet experience! Definitely got to see some cool stuff and hang out at crab island. She was handing us out drinks when we ran out so we didn't have to climb in and out of the boat! She took pictures for us without even asking it was awesome! read more

This was such a great experience. Sunset was beautiful and our captain was fantastic! we would do it again!

Sooooo much fun!!! Captain Al went above & beyond!!! He was great. We even added an extra hour because we didn't want it to end. Also, music was great. read more

Tailfins Waterfront Grill - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

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Hmmmm, this multilevel restaurant with direct views to the harbor and yachts for sale is large and beautiful. We chose to sit outside as my family and I are more of natural humid air people as compared to cold indoor air conditioning. We were here on a Sunday night and were under the impression that they closed at 10:30. However, at about 9 PM it looked like the outdoor side was shutting down. We got there and sat at 7:30 and ordering crab legs so somewhat rushed as we saw them shutting everything down including live music stopping shortly before 9 PM. The live music, single man band was okay. But hey it's Destin, I guess. I don't like to talk negatively about another person's art and craft but for a Saturday night boardwalk, the live music left a lot to be desired. I was not a fan of the outdoor seating. The chairs are implanted as well as the table, so you can't move further in or further out to accommodate how close you like to sit to the table. Some people may not care about this, but I personally like to have flexibility to move my chair and sit up close to the table, so as food is not falling off the table onto the floor. We ordered seltzer water. There was none available as the CO2 machine was not working and they don't have any bottled carbonated water for sale. The tapwater tasted exactly like what it sounds like. I ordered Shirley Temple and it's probably the worst Sprite I've had in over 10 years. I literally took less than three steps from my drink. I could not tolerate it and at the 4.99 price it was not good at all. The food was delicious & fresh. We ordered the Alaskan snow crab legs, tailfin twin tails, and the tailfin stack. The fish in the tailfin stack was a bit fishy for my taste. Something to consider if that's not what you like and depending on how much you like oyster Bay seasoning make sure to ask if they use it and how much. While I like it, some people in my family do not. The young adult server seemed to be a bit inexperienced and a tad bit inattentive, especially when they were only about three tables outside at the time. Not noticing that any of our drinks were consumed, having to wait over 5 minutes to get her attention while waving my arms around like a a highway balloon during tax season is crazy. The inside entry level of the restaurant did have a completely different vibe and I did not notice if they were still active and open when we were leaving about 9 PM. I like coming to Destin, but I would definitely try other restaurants before I go back here again. Fresh seafood seems to be common around here so ambiance and service needs to be top notch. Especially for the money we're spending. read more

It is getting 2 stars because the food was OK... otherwise one star. Gumbo came with no spoon... no waitress around... went to the bar and got a spoon. Took abouy an hour to get our dinner after ordering... and the place was only about 3/4 full. Our table of 6 had no utensils to eat with... again no waitresses around... I went to the bar again for eating utensils. The bill came and for a party of 6 they tacked on a 20% gratuity without telling me, thankfully I caught it. Paid it and vowed to never go again. This place had a major fire last year that shut it down... unfortunately they rebuilt. read more

Funtimes were had at crab island our captain was funny and had great stories. Overall a relaxing time was had. read more

Tailfins Waterfront Grill - Captain Ryan - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

Don't miss this. Beautiful water. Fun people. Thanks to our captain Mike. Great memories made.

The tiki water ride was amazing! Captain Kirk (his real name) is very personable and shared wonderful information during the tour. The sunset tour is the best. And there is a restroom onboard. You can also bring your alcohol choice but no glass. Very glad my husband and I took this tour. read more

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We always stop here on our first day for the shrimp ceviche (excellent and spicy) and great view. read more

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Food and service good. The one man entertainment was great! We will be back and we can't wait.

The food was okay but don't go in having a high expectation for it. The service wasn't very friendly or attentive. It seems like the server doesn't care to be there. The ambiance is okay, they had a lot of visual appealing artifacts. They have a good view of the beach. read more

Tailfins Waterfront Grill - The Captains Platter - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

The scenery was AMAZING!!! i definitely recommend this restaurant. the best fish, and hush puppies in the area. the service was amazing, clean environment. Overall the best restaurant in destin with fried fish. read more

Tailfins Waterfront Grill - the fish basket! - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

Loved the lunch seating with the family. Tried the crab legs. Good and plentiful. Nice view of harbor. read more

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Visited Tailfins during a bachelor trip, and it was exactly the vibe we were looking for. With its surf n turf menu, solid cocktails, numerous amount of TV's, live music, and harbor views, it's a fantastic spot for a group hangout. Whether you're in town for the games or just want to chill with friends, it has a cool, welcoming environment--perfect for fans of all teams. The service was top-notch, the drinks were tasty, and the food came out fast, which is always a win. A special shoutout to the $17 bottomless mimosas that end after breakfast (11am) --hard to beat that deal! We ended up getting coming here twice throughout the weekend. During that period I have a few things: The Chicken Caesar Wrap hit the spot, and the onion rings were the star of the appetizers, crispy and flavorful. Friend pickles were tasty too, but the calamari seemed just "okay". One small gripe: the wings. They were good but definitely felt overpriced at $27 for 16 wings. They reminded me of something you'd get at Buffalo Wild Wings in terms of size and how they came off the bone--not bad at all, but not worth that price in my opinion. Overall, Tailfins delivered a fun, lively atmosphere with great food and drinks. Definitely recommend for anyone looking to watch sports, enjoy the view, and have a good time. read more

Tailfins Waterfront Grill - Johnny's Traditional Chicken Wings BLOODY MARY'S - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

Waited over 25 minutes for a table to be cleared, then another 30 minutes for a waiter to show up. He was rude as heck with a "what do you want" attitude. No hi, welcome, just what do you want. Food was sub par at best and overpriced for the taste. The only positive of this place is Hunter the bartender. read more

This place didn't disappoint with the ambience and the food definitely chef's kiss. Our server made sure we were taken care of from start to finish. Will recommend the Captain's platter and the Lobster roll read more

Tailfins Waterfront Grill - Captain's platter - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

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Great service, although we came in close to closing, our waiter was super friendly and accommodating. The food was served promptly and hot and good fresh fish! read more

Mahi-Mather was grilled and had ton of tasty crab stuffing with white Bernaise sauce . It was a huge portion plus the bartenders were friendly and very welcoming. All in all we will stop in more often to enjoy the happy hour and stay for an early dinner. We also loved the Harbor view that you could watch all the beautiful boats and sunset. read more

My wife has a shellfish allergy which she explained to the server before ordering. She was told she would be safe with the ribs. Well, that was a lie and 2 bites in she started with a reaction and we had to use an epipen to stop the reaction. The servers and/or kitchen obviously don't know how to handle shellfish allergies. So, if you have a shellfish allergy, I would say stay away from this place. We won't be back. read more

The allure of a Tiki Boat was irresistible, prompting us to give it a try. The experience exceeded my expectations. The cleanliness and functionality of the bathroom were a pleasant surprise. As a mother and woman, having a clean and well-equipped restroom is essential. The tour itself was absolutely amazing. Opting for the Sunset Cruise, we enjoyed a serene and stunning ride. Although we didn't spot many dolphins, the breathtaking sunset and tranquil journey were the highlights. A few days later, we attended the fireworks show. It felt like being right on the launch pad, with a panoramic view of the fireworks in every direction. The fireworks display was spectacular. However, my only complaint concerns the music played during both events. The explicit language and vulgarity made me uncomfortable. I would prefer cleaner versions of the songs, please! Definitely still a 5. Side note to owner. The captain and Logan did such an awesome job. Unfortunately, I should have done the review the day of, I can not think of the Captains name! Very professional, represents your company well! They were super helpful at crab island. The kids enjoyed finding crabs in the water etc! Thanks Logan read more

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Mike was amazing! He truly cared for all of his passengers! It was a great experience we will definitely book again! read more

Tailfins Waterfront Grill - Seafood Near Me - Destin, Florida

Bad experience we came at 9:30pm and the host ignored us , and then the server said she won't take anymore tables! Extremely disappointed! First time here and we will never back again! read more

First of all, the have you pay for the tip BEFORE you leave the dock. And they TAX you on the tip!! Then while headed back, after the excursion, the boat captain acted butt hurt that no one put a tip in his tip jar! Tacky! Most people got stung by jellyfish, which took away from the experience. It was nice having a bathroom available and the captain was accommodating. But acting upset that he wasn't getting more tips, rude! read more