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Top 9 Best Restaurants In Crystal Beach

Nestled along the Gulf Coast just east of Downtown Destin, Crystal Beach is home to some of Destin's best restaurants. From sidewalk cafes to fine dining, Crystal Beach is a popular spot for enjoying delectable dishes prepared with local ingredients from area farmers and fisherman. With the same sugar white, soft sand beaches that have made the Destin (read)

Published on Friday, July 19, 2024
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Top Sushi Restaurants in Destin, Florida

Destin, Florida is renowned for its fresh seafood. As such, there are many local seafood restaurants that offer grilled, fried, and battered seafood options, but what about sushi? Read below to see some of the best sushi spots in Destin, Florida:  ‌ Wagyu (McGuire's Japanese Sushi & Steaks) McGuire’s  is a well-known name (read)

Published on Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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Best Local Coffee Shops In Destin, Florida

When in Destin, do as the locals do. Sure, there’s always a Starbuck’s nearby, but why not support a local Destin coffee shop and hang out with the local residents. Here’s a round-up of some of our favorite 30A and Destin Coffee Shops, including new openings and long-time favorites.   East Pass Coffee Company A Destin original (read)

Published on Friday, February 16, 2024
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Fish On - Best New Seafood Restaurant In Destin, Florida

As one of the longest-operating Destin vacation rental companies, our local team prides itself on knowing the best restaurants in the Destin area, and we were excited to learn of the recent opening of Fish On Seafood Restaurant. Here are the top reasons to love this new Destin eatery: Chef Giovanni .  Executive Chef Giovanni Filippone was a competitor (read)

Published on Friday, December 8, 2023
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RIDEIT E-Bike Tour of the Best Places to Eat In Blue Mountain Beach On 30A

Are you a foodie? Do you love being active and enjoying the outdoors? If you answered, yes, you’ll love this e-bike experience, which serves up activity and delectable fun. We recently headed out on e-bikes from RIDEIT Rentals in Blue Mountain Beach to uncover the best places to eat in Blue Mountain Beach and discovered culinary treasures. If (read)

Published on Friday, July 15, 2022
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Ruby Slipper Café Opens For Breakfast and Brunch In Destin, Florida

The beloved Ruby Slipper Café from New Orleans has migrated east and opened a new location at the beach in Destin, Florida. Known for its inviting nature and innovative brunch and morning cocktail selections, Ruby Slipper Café quickly becomes a neighborhood favorite with each new location. The Ruby Slipper Cafe-Destin located in the heart (read)

Published on Friday, May 20, 2022
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Destin Celebrates Lionfish Restaurant Week, May 8-15

   Get ready for an exciting week of creative preparations of Lionfish. This invasive species, which Destin and many Gulf coast communities are working to eradicate, is actually quite tasty. During Lionfish Restaurant week, May 8-15, local chefs will create unique dishes that prove that the Lionfish can be a culinary delicacy. Lionfish (read)

Published on Friday, May 6, 2022
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Private Chefs and Catering Services for Destin, Miramar Beach & 30A

One of the joys of staying in a Destin vacation rental is the fully stocked kitchen. That being said, one of the joys of being on vacation s not having to cook. To experience the joy of both, many vacationing families have discovered the benefits of hiring a personal chef to create an intimate in-home dining experience.   Whether coming to the (read)

Published on Friday, December 10, 2021
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Newman-Dailey Happy Hours Provide Creative Cocktail Ideas for Destin Vacations

At Newman-Dailey, our team enjoys toasting sunset with delicious libations. We’ve participated in our share of beach bonfires and sunset happy hours along the beaches of South Walton and Destin, Florida. As such, one of the things that got us through quarantine during COVID-19 was our "Dailey Happy Hour" at the Beach series. We had the joy of (read)

Published on Friday, February 19, 2021
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New South Walton Restaurants and Businesses for 2021

Welcome 2021! The New Year brings new beginnings and as such we are welcoming new restaurants and businesses to our community.  Thanks to our friends at Visit South Walton who helped us create this list of the new dining options and new businesses that you’ll want to try out on your next South Walton and Destin vacation. The Citizen (Alys (read)

Published on Monday, February 15, 2021
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Dailey Happy Hour - It's Wine Time Featuring Dakota Shy Wine & Cheese Pairing

Today’s Dailey Happy Hour is in honor of Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation . The last weekend of April is traditionally the Destin Charity Wine Auction, but due to Corona Virus the 2020 Auction has been moved to August 21-22, 2020.    Last year, the Destin Charity Wine Auction raised $3.6 million for children in need in Northwest (read)

Published on Friday, April 24, 2020
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Best Mojitos along the beaches of South Walton and Destin, Florida

  Whether you’re planning a future trip to Destin or just day dreaming about relaxing along Destin’s white sandy shores, a Destin beach tradition is a sunset toast. At Newman-Dailey, we enjoy celebrating a “Dailey Happy Hour” and sunset toast whenever possible, and since we're all staying at home, we've decided to bring (read)

Published on Thursday, April 2, 2020
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Insiders’ Guide to New and Recently Relocated Restaurants in Destin, Florida

Destin has always prided itself on its crystal white sandy beaches, emerald green waters, and a deliciously diverse variety of restaurants. As such, one of our most frequently asked questions by visitors to the area is “what new Destin restaurants should we try?” If you were wondering the same thing, we’ve gathered this list of the (read)

Published on Tuesday, August 28, 2018
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Best Beach Front Restaurants on Scenic 98 with a View

Looking for the best Gulf-front restaurants in Destin and Miramar Beach? Along Florida's Emerald Coast, there are many options for restaurants with delicious food with breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico while you dine.  Here are some of the top restaurants to walk, bike, or scooter to on Scenic 98, one of the original quaint beach roads of (read)

Published on Friday, July 27, 2018
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Best New Destin Restaurants of 2017

Just when we thought Destin and the beaches of South Walton couldn’t get any better, we enjoyed the opening of some delicious new restaurants this year. Here’s a list of the best new restaurants in Destin and South Walton in 2017. Shunk Gulley Located on 30A right across the street from the beach, you cannot beat the breathtaking view and (read)

Published on Wednesday, December 27, 2017
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Florida Trend Names 4 South Walton Restaurants among Golden Spoon Winners

Excerpt from Florida Trend (Dec. 2017):  “Fifty years ago, long before Zagat, TripAdvisor or Yelp, Florida Trend embarked on a novel project to find the state’s best restaurants. In a survey to 1,000 subscribers, editors explained “most of our readers—and all Florida Trend staff members—travel around our state a lot (read)

Published on Friday, December 8, 2017
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Best Oyster Restaurants in Destin

Oyster season is back, and it’s the most delicious time of the year! It’s the perfect time to enjoy some fresh oysters. From Virginia to Louisiana, it's been said that the  Southeast could become the Napa Valley of oysters Yes, you can enjoy them year round, but they are more firm and flavorful in cold weather months when it is not spawning (read)

Published on Tuesday, November 14, 2017
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Best Beach House Recipes - Perfect for Destin Vacation Rentals

One of the joys of staying in a South Walton or Destin vacation rental is the fully equipped kitchen. And while you certainly want to go out to eat some meals, it is nice to have the convenience and cost savings of preparing meals at your beach house. So as you plan your next beach vacation, you may be thinking about recipes that are easy to prepare (read)

Published on Tuesday, September 5, 2017
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Best Local Sushi Spots in Destin

Best Local Sushi Spots in Destin Destin didn’t get to be known as “the world’s luckiest fishing village” by accident. It is true we have some of the best fishing right off the shimmering emerald coast. With great fishing comes great responsibility. That is why we feel it is so important to have so many deliciously fresh caught (read)

Published on Monday, August 21, 2017
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New Stores and Dining Options Open at Grand Boulevard

We’re always asked “what’s new in Miramar Beach and Destin?". Recently, we’ve been sharing the news that there are new stores and dining options at  Grand Boulevard at Sandestin. Conveniently located in Miramar Beach, Grand Boulevard has become the place to go for shopping, dining, and to catch the latest movies on the big (read)

Published on Monday, August 7, 2017
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Top Pizza Places in South Walton

 Staying in the South Walton area and don't feel like cooking? We've got you covered. Here are some of the best local spots in Santa Rosa Beach for you and your family to grab some deliciously, cheesy pizza. 1. Crust Artisan Bakery On your way home from a day in Destin? Stop in Crust Artisan Bakery right before the turn on to 30A. They don&rsquo (read)

Published on Friday, July 21, 2017
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Top Pizza Places in Destin

Ready to relax after the drive-in to Destin? Don’t feel like cooking that first night… or any night because you’re on vacation? Well, here are the top pizza places in the Destin area. And most of them deliver!  1. Jet’s Pizza “Life is short. Eat better pizza.” That’s their motto at Jet’s Pizza. They (read)

Published on Thursday, July 20, 2017
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New Destin Restaurants Opening Fall 2016

We're often asked…"What's new in Destin?” and “Where should we go to eat?” So we’ve combined these frequently asked questions to update you on the new South Walton and  Destin restaurants opening this fall 2016.   Destin Love Shack Comes to the Destin Harbor The Destin Love Shack is a laid-back, open air dining (read)

Published on Tuesday, September 20, 2016
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Best Brunch Spots in South Walton and Destin

 To Brunch or Not to Brunch? That is the question. At Newman-Dailey Resort Properties, we have only one answer, “Yes!”, of course!  Vue on 30A Brunch on 30A Vue on 30a is well known as one of the best dining options in South Walton. Renowned fo their panoramic views, superb service, and an exceptional brunch menu, Vue on 30A is (read)

Published on Friday, August 19, 2016
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Best Ice Cream Treats in Destin

Hot summer days call for cold treats and nothing tastes better than a cold ice cream treat at the beach. The Destin area has many types of frozen treats. From homemade ice cream and frozen custard to frozen yogurt and Dippin’ Dots to sorbet and gelato, there is no shortage of cold, refreshing snacks to cool you down on a hot day. Here&rsquo (read)

Published on Friday, July 22, 2016
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Best Seafood Markets in Destin

The team at Newman-Dailey loves to eat! We will use any excuse to get together for a good time and good eats. So, when our guests come to town we love to give recommendations on where to eat as well as the best seafood markets in Destin to create a delectable dinner within your Destin vacation rental.  Here’s our recommendations on the top (read)

Published on Tuesday, June 14, 2016
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Best Happy Hour in Destin

It’s a great time of year to get out and visit with friends. So you’re probably wondering where to find the best Happy Hour in Destin and South Walton. Here are some of our favorite restaurants in and around Destin with drink specials: The Wine Bar  With three locations (Destin, Grand Boulevard and WaterColor), Chan's Wine Bar is nearby (read)

Published on Monday, March 21, 2016
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Best Breakfast Restaurants in Destin

 One of the most common questions we’re asked is “Where is the best breakfast in Destin?” We know breakfast is the most important meal of the day and quite honestly it was too hard for us to select just one. So here are our picks for “Top 5 Best Breakfast Spots in Destin.” Donut Hole Cafe & Bakery - Best Donuts (read)

Published on Monday, November 2, 2015
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3 Reasons to Dine at Vue on 30A This Fall

Fresh, creative meals are a delicious complement to any South Walton beach vacation. We are spoiled in Florida to have a great climate for local farmers as well as an abundance of fresh, Gulf seafood. And while there are many 30A restaurants that are offering deliciously creative fare, we recently tried the new fall menu at Vue on 30A and were very (read)

Published on Thursday, October 29, 2015