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s “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” there is certainty an abundance of fresh seafood options sprinkled along our shores.

With restaurants ranging from star-rated fine dining to seafood at the waters edge, Destin and its surrounding areas have become a veritable playground for both the well trained palate and the casual diner. While seafood may be our specialty, there is truly something for everyone in Destin. Whether you have a taste for authentic Asian cuisine, you’re craving tacos and margaritas, you’re a burger and fries fan or there’s nothing you love more than a great slice of pizza, we have it all! So what are you waiting for? Discover all that Destin has to offer your appetite. Come dig in here on Florida’s beautiful Gulf Coast.

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Bric à Brac Salsa dancing and drinking unique cocktails can work up quite an appetite. That is certainly no problem when you are doing those two things at Bric-à-Brac. Most famous on their unique menu is the Crab Cakes which are flavorful and chock full of crab. Proof of their popularity, Destin locals have voted Bric-à-Brac’s Crab Cakes Best In Destin for two years straight (and they have only been open since 2014). The quirky, cool, fun atmosphere with live music as a backdrop makes Bric-à-Brac an excellent choice for brunch, lunch, dinner or a night out for fun.

Bric à Brac Rudolfo and Fernando Petit opened Bric-à-Brac in 2014 with intentions of giving Destin “a little bit of this and a little bit of that,” just as the name suggests. BaB, as the hot dining, drinking and dancing spot has come to be known, has shaken up the party scene with the identical twin brothers at the helm. This dynamic duo is certainly doing things right because in only two years of operation, the venue has become known as one of the best places for dancing. Very involved in the day to day operations, Rudolfo says, “We make sure every little detail is on point. The bar is my baby, and I’m passionate about the drinks we create. I take particular love and pride in personally serving my guests and do it as often as possible.” It is a point of pride for these brothers so dedicated to fun, whether it means getting out on the dance floor or getting behind the bar, the Petit twins will do whatever it takes to make sure the party goes on.

Landshark’s Brian & Sue Hassmann have created the Local’s Favorite Pizza, Buffalo Wings & Sports Pub in Destin, Florida. They had the vision to create something you don’t see anywhere across the country. That is a Local Sports Bar that serves both Great Pizza and Awesome Wings. They wanted to create an atmosphere where everybody is greeted and shown great customer service, like a Local “Cheers” Tavern. If Brian doesn’t know your name he soon will. It’s all about sports at Landshark’s …we will put any game on you are looking for. We have pretty much every TV Sports station you are looking for...and being a Big 10 guy, that includes The Big 10 Network and of Course the NFL Sunday Ticket.

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Wings, wings, wings! We have 22 sauces and rubs. Additionally, we use a proprietary dough blend that makes our pizza unique and vouch for the Best Local Pizza in Town! Landshark’s has the largest “local beer” selection on tap, serving over 12 local draft beers. They also showcase the Largest Bourbon selection in Destin featuring over 40 premium Bourbons and Craft Whiskey’s. 32

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LuLu’s Destin Just celebrating their first year in Destin, Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s is aiming to please with fun for the whole family. A little off the beaten path, LuLu’s Destin is on the beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay next to Legendary Marine and at the base of the Mid-Bay Bridge. Ample parking, spacious restaurant and plenty of room to play!

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The Blackened Gulf Snapper with sautéed vegetables, house-made coleslaw and tarter sauce. Fish Trax allows you to track where and when your fish was caught and who caught it, making this truly Gulf to Table! Each Gulf Snapper ordered comes with a Fish Trax card with a QR code for you to scan and find out all about your fish! Don’t forget to save some room for the Krispy Kreme Breadpudding!

Sunset Bay Cafe Owned and operated by father-son duo Gary and Bryce Jarvis, Sunset Bay Cafe is located near the Linkside Conference Center in Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. As captain of The Backdown 2, Captain Gary Jarvis lends an expert’s eye to local and sustainable seafood and fresh ingredients that Bryce then brings to the restaurant’s menu. With nearly two decades of restaurant management and menu development experience, Bryce oversees the day-to-day operations and menu design for Sunset Bay Cafe. Serving the finest in locally sourced ingredients including fresh produce and sustainable seafood, beautifully plated dishes showcase innovative twists on the classics including the Hillbilly Benedict with panko fried cheese grits in place of an English Muffin, topped with a perfectly poached egg, house made Hollandaise and the pièce de résistance fried chicken.The ideal backdrop for any celebration from rehearsal dinners to weddings, Sunset Bay Cafe offers seating that accommodates up to 200. The party extends beyond the plates at Sunset Bay Cafe’s seasonal tiki bar. Open in-season from noon to sunset, the tiki bar is the perfect spot for sipping a daiquiri or ice cold beer while soaking in the summer sun or enjoying live local music.

The Vue on 30a Chef Filippone is the Executive Chef for Vue on 30a located in Santa Rosa Beach directly on the Gulf. “Our guests have the unique opportunity to dine just steps from the Gulf of Mexico, and our menu captures that experience,” he explains. “Each dish tells a story using what the eyes see in the view and what the palate tastes, creating an integrated dining experience. “ Since moving to Destin nearly a decade ago, Chef Gio, as many call him, has held the position of Executive Chef in a handful of area restaurants. Now at the helm of Vue on 30a, Chef has incorporated all of his experiences into a refreshed menu which blends his twist of ‘American northern cuisine-meets American southern cuisine-meets southern Italy,’ with the fresh ingredients available in the area.

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Pistachio Crusted Grouper – served with risotto and seasonal vegetable with sweet pistachio cream sauce. Vue Fruits de Mer – Sauteed shrimp, fish, mussels, scallops and half a lobster tail over rice in a tomato saffron broth.

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CREATE YOUR OWN PLATE Combine 3 or more side orders from below & receive 20% off your entree! ENCHILADA Corn tortilla rolled & filled with your choice of beef or chicken & covered in our red Guajillo or green Tomatillo sauce, sour cream & cheese. CHILE RELLENO Roasted poblano pepper stuffed with cheese, dipped in egg whites & pan fried. Add grilled chicken, steak, or shrimp for $2 more TOSTADA A flat, crispy corn tortilla topped with lettuce, tomatoes, pico de gallo & queso fresco. Guacamole or beans. Beef or chicken. MEXICAN RICE REFRIED BEANS SUB BLACK BEANS TAMAL Corn husk stuffed with corn meal & seasoned pork, grilled chicken, steak, or shrimp. QUESADILLA Flour tortilla stuffed with cheese & your choice of chicken, shredded beef, ham or vegetables. Steak, Grilled Chicken or Shrimp. CHIMICHANGA Crispy flour tortilla stuffed with shredded beef or chicken. Covered in cheese dip, homemade tomato onion & chile Ancho pepper sauce. Grilled chicken, steak or shrimp. FLAUTA Crispy corn tortilla rolled & stuffed with shredded beef or chicken, with guacamole salad & sour cream. TACO Crispy corn or Soft flour tortilla stuffed with beef, chicken or guacamole topped with lettuce, tomatoes & cheese. BURRITO Flour tortilla rolled and stuffed with beans, your choice of meat, covered with our homemade tomato, onion & chile Ancho pepper sauce & smothered with cheese. Beef, chicken or shredded beef. GARDEN SALAD Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers & parmesean cheese BLACK BEAN SOUP CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP

FAVORITES BURRITO SUPREME Flour tortilla rolled and stuffed with beans, beef or chicken, covered with our homemade tomato, onion & ancho pepper sauce & smothered with cheese. Add Chile con carne sauce. TACO SALAD Chicken or beef, lettuce, tomatoes and shredded cheese. Grilled chicken or steak. Add beans or sour cream. Add guacamole. COMBO One beef or chicken enchilada covered in our red guajillo or green tomatillo sauce, rice, beans & your choice of a flauta or taco. GUISADO DE PUERCO O RES Pork or beef meat cooked in your choice of salsa verde or salsa roja. Served with cheese, tortillas, rice & beans. MACHACA Seasoned shredded beef sautéed in a spicy Chile de Arbol sauce & scrambled eggs, rice, beans, cheese & tortillas. BIG S BURRITO A 14 inch tortilla rolled and stuffed with ONE POUND of grilled chicken or steak, rice, black beans, peppers, onions, cheese, lettuce & tomatoes. Covered with our queso dip then drizzled with salsa, guacamole & sour cream. LOS DORADOS Crispy corn or soft flour. Three beef or chicken tacos topped with lettuce, tomatoes & shredded cheese. Rice & beans. FLAUTAS Four crispy corn tortillas rolled & stuffed with

shredded beef or chicken. Served with guacamole salad & sour cream. CHIMICHANGA Crispy flour tortilla rolled and stuffed with you choice of meat. Covered in our queso dip, & homemade tomato, onion & chili Ancho pepper sauce, with a side of rice, beans & guacamole salad. Shredded beef or chicken. Grilled chicken or steak.

SPECIALTIES FAJITAS Grilled steak or chicken served on a bed of roasted & grilled bell peppers, onions & tomatoes over a sizzling skillet. Rice, beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream & tortillas. FAJITAS TEXANAS Grilled steak, chicken and shrimp served on a bed of roasted & grilled bell peppers, onions & tomatoes over a sizzling skillet. Rice, beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream & tortillas. BISTEC RANCHERO 8 oz Ribeye steak grilled with bell peppers and onions sautéed in a Chile de Arbol and Chili Guajillo hot sauce. Served with rice, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, cheese & tortillas. PLATO NORTEÑO Grilled shrimp over a 12 oz Ribeye cooked on a colorful blend of bell peppers & onions. Accompanied by rice, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, pico de gallo, guacamole & sour cream. PEPITOʼS RIBEYE 12 oz grilled Ribeye steak, choose 2 of 5 sides : house salad, corn kernels, French fries, steamed vegetables or baked potato. CARNE ASADA Bring the heat and aroma of grilled onions & garlic on a 12 oz classic thin cut ribeye steak along with rice, beans, avocado, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese & tortillas. CARNITAS Pork tips marinated in citrus & Chile de Arbol with Guajillo adobo. Sautéed with grilled onions and garlic, along with rice, beans, lettuce, sour cream & tortillas. PENNE POBLANO Choice of grilled chicken or shrimp sautéed with fresh garlic, diced tomatoes, fresh cilantro & our chili Poblano cream sauce, tossed with penne pasta & Cotija cheese. TAMPIQUEÑA A tender delicious steak with fresh potatoes, seasoned & fried along with a cheese enchilada, rice, beans, lettuce & tomatoes. PEPITOʼS BURGER Cooked your way! Cheese, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, bacon, avocado, fries & jalapeños.

SEAFOOD QUESADILLA MARINA Grilled butter shrimp with pico de gallo and cheese enclosed in two golden toasted flour tortillas, lettuce, guacamole, sour cream & tomatoes. FAJITAS DE CAMARON Grilled shrimp served on a bed of roasted & grilled bell peppers, onions & tomatoes over a sizzling skillet. Rice, beans, lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream & tortillas. PESCADO FRITO HUACHINANGO Whole red snapper fried, served with buttermilk steamed white rice with vegetables, salad, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cucumber, lime & avocado. FILETE A LA PARRILLA Grilled fish fillet over grilled vegetables, along with lettuce, tomatoes, rice, beans & cheese. CALDO DE CAMARON A flavorful shrimp soup in a tomato base cooked with fresh vegetables, onions & garlic. Add fish.

FILETE AL CHIPOTLE Fish fillet grilled & sauteed in a very spicy chipotle Chile de Arbol sauce. Served with buttermilk steamed white rice with vegetables, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, beans & cheese. MAR Y TIERRA Surf & Turf Grilled ribeye steak, fish fillet, a handful of grilled shrimp & chicken, rice, beans, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, limes & tortillas. CHIMICHANGA MARINA Crispy flour tortilla stuffed with Shrimp sautéed in tomatoes, peppers, cilantro & onions. Covered in cheese dip, homemade tomato onion & chile Ancho pepper sauce, rice, beans, & a guacamole salad. COCTEL DE CAMARON Steamed & peeled shrimp in a blend of tomato juice, chopped avocado, a hint of fresh jalapeños, onions & cilantro along with saltine crackers. CAMARONES AL CHIPOTLE Shrimp grilled & sauteed in a very spicy Chili Chipotle & Chile de Arbol sauce with buttermilk white rice, beans & salad. CAMARONES EMPANIZADOS Home-breaded shrimp, French fries, & plantains. MARISCOS AL GUSTO Fish & shrimp platter; your choice, grilled or fried. Choose 2 of 5 sides: house salad, corn kernels, French fries, steamed vegetables or baked potato.

TAQUERIA TACOS All tacos come with soft corn tortilla. Hot salsa, cilantro, onions & limes served on the side. Asada (grilled steak); Pollo (grilled chicken); Al Pastor (Pork seasoned in pineapple, peppers & onions); Pescado (Grilled fish on pico de gallo); Camaron (Grilled shrimp on pico de gallo); Carnitas (pork tips) Chorizo (Mexican Sausage); Birria (Seasoned Goat meat); Lengua; Tripitas GORDITAS Y SOPES Pan fried corn cakes stuffed with your choice of meat, lettuce, tomatoes, beans, queso fresco & pico de gallo. Asada (grilled steak); Pollo (grilled chicken); Al Pastor (Pork seasoned in pineapple, peppers & onions); Chorizo (Mexican sausage); Carnitas (Pork Tips) CEVICHE TOSTADA Flat corn crispy tortilla topped with fish or shrimp lime ceviche, pico de gallo & chunks of avocado. ORDEN DE CEVICHE Shrimp or Fish. Large or small. HANDMADE QUESADILLA Handmade corn tortilla stuffed with cheese & your choice of meat. KING BURRITO Classic California style burrito; 12 inch flour tortilla rolled & stuffed with steak, lettuce, sour cream, pico de gallo, rice, beans & cheese. TORTAS Mexican sandwiches with mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, avocado, jalapeños cheese. Al Pastor (Pork seasoned in pineapple, peppers & onions); Asada (grilled steak); Pollo (grilled chicken) Chorizo (Mexican sausage); Carnitas (Pork Tips) Milanesa (Carne o Pollo) CHILAQUILES ROJOS O VERDES Corn tortilla strips soaked with salsa & scrambled eggs. Served with rice & beans topped with melted cheese. Originales. Con Pollo.t CALDOS (Soups); Caldo De Rez; Caldo De Pollo; Caldo De Camaron; Menudo; Pozole; Caldo De Mariscos. BURRITO CARNE ASADA Served with black beans, lettuce, pico de gallo & queso.

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