We will be arriving at Topsail Hill State Park in two weeks and was wondering if anyone can share their thoughts of the restaurants we want to try.
Bayou Bills Crab House
Fudpuckers
Jordano's Pizza (after a long day at the waterpark)
Whalestail for Breakfast(before waterpark)
We have two kids that are 8 and 10 so we didn't want anything to fancy.
I would love to hear of any other most try restaurants or things to do.
Oh yeah where is the best place to buy fresh seafood?
Is Big Kahuna worth the money?(I don't think I could get out of going if I wanted to,Kids seen it online)
Sorry for so many questions!!! Dreaming of a perfect vacation.
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beachpiratebeachpirateBeach LoverMontgomery139 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Lover
beachpirateBeach LoverMontgomery139 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach LoverI know it's a little bit of a drive but my fav. is Dewey Destin. It's the last street before you go over the bridge to Ft. Walton. Sit on the piers and eat,great views. it's getting busier but it's still a great smaller (locals) place to eat.
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Beachlover2Beach FanaticSoWal819 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticI agree about Dewey Destins - had lunch there a couple of weeks ago - fresh - fresh fish - (not SYSCO) great views - a lot of locals there for lunch as well. My mahi mahi sandwich was around 8 dollars with fries and cole slaw. Not too bad for a fresh fish sandwich. If you haven't been there before go in to order - don't just sit down and wait for a waitress. When your order is ready they call out your name - wave and they will bring the food to your picnic table. When we were there the dolphins were swimming back and forth within 15 feet of the dock. Very picturesque. This is my sons favorite place - 2nd goes to Borago.
DDDDSoWal Expertgrapevine, tx. /On the road to SoWal23,871 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal Expert
DDSoWal Expertgrapevine, tx. /On the road to SoWal23,871 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertI know it's a little bit of a drive but my fav. is Dewey Destin. It's the last street before you go over the bridge to Ft. Walton. Sit on the piers and eat,great views. it's getting busier but it's still a great smaller (locals) place to eat.
I agree about Dewey Destins - had lunch there a couple of weeks ago - fresh - fresh fish - (not SYSCO) great views - a lot of locals there for lunch as well. My mahi mahi sandwich was around 8 dollars with fries and cole slaw. Not too bad for a fresh fish sandwich. If you haven't been there before go in to order - don't just sit down and wait for a waitress. When your order is ready they call out your name - wave and they will bring the food to your picnic table. When we were there the dolphins were swimming back and forth within 15 feet of the dock. Very picturesque. This is my sons favorite place - 2nd goes to Borago.
I too love Dewey Destin. :clap:
Beach RunnerBeach Runnerbeats on hoodNear the ATL and in SoWal as often as possible15,269 postsJoined View profileMessagebeats on hood
Beach Runnerbeats on hoodNear the ATL and in SoWal as often as possible15,269 postsJoined View profileMessagebeats on hoodjlee745,
Before we discovered SoWal, we used to stay in SanDestin. We really liked the pizzas at Jordano's. Daughter and I liked the chicken and tomato, hubby liked the Italian sausage. We would have it at least twice during a weeklong visit. Now we'll stop there about once every two years on the way back from Destin to pick up a pizza to take back to SoWal. I'd say the pizza is better than Bruno's, way better than Angelina's, and Amoré doesn't compare because it's of a different genre.
We used to eat at Captain Jewel Melvin's for old-school seafood platters, La Paz, and Marina Café and Flamingo Café for more upscale food. I'm not sure which of those are there any more.
There are numerous great restaurants on 30-A that are discussed in another thread.
Oh, and daughter always had fun at Big Kahuna when she was younger. I don't know if it's worth the money for adults, but the kids get their money's worth.
Have funn!
Before we discovered SoWal, we used to stay in SanDestin. We really liked the pizzas at Jordano's. Daughter and I liked the chicken and tomato, hubby liked the Italian sausage. We would have it at least twice during a weeklong visit. Now we'll stop there about once every two years on the way back from Destin to pick up a pizza to take back to SoWal. I'd say the pizza is better than Bruno's, way better than Angelina's, and Amoré doesn't compare because it's of a different genre.
We used to eat at Captain Jewel Melvin's for old-school seafood platters, La Paz, and Marina Café and Flamingo Café for more upscale food. I'm not sure which of those are there any more.
There are numerous great restaurants on 30-A that are discussed in another thread.
Oh, and daughter always had fun at Big Kahuna when she was younger. I don't know if it's worth the money for adults, but the kids get their money's worth.
Have funn!
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Chia PetBeach Comber6 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach ComberFudpuckers was smelly and dirty. I also took issue with the alligators being on display there. Looked like too many in one area. The service was awful too.
Beachlover2Beachlover2Beach FanaticSoWal819 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
Beachlover2Beach FanaticSoWal819 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticForgot to mention - while there - heard that Dewey Destin was planning on opening in the "new" harbor area. Was told they would still keep the current location open - Hope so!!!!
BR
La Paz - Marina Cafe and Flamingo Cafe are all still open.
BR
La Paz - Marina Cafe and Flamingo Cafe are all still open.
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Miss KittyMeow47,011 postsJoined View profileMessageMeowForgot to mention - while there - heard that Dewey Destin was planning on opening in the "new" harbor area. Was told they would still keep the current location open - Hope so!!!!
BR
La Paz - Marina Cafe and Flamingo Cafe are all still open.
Where is Flamingo Cafe? I thought they closed years ago. :idontno: We loved the original and thought it went down hill when it expanded.
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Beachlover2Beach FanaticSoWal819 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticYou are right - I forgot it is now Destin Chops. Sorry. I think Flamingo Cafe closed about 2 years ago.
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what about Blue Orleans for breakfast all day and night!:lolabove:
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We love Blue Orleans!! And Dewey Destins can't be beat for the food, atmosphere and the kids love the fact that the dolphins swim right up to the dock! 😀
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scooterbug44SoWal ExpertSowal16,706 postsJoined View profileMessageSoWal ExpertIs stinky fish camp open for lunch yet?
Ok we have dropped the plans for Fudpuckers and planning on going to Dewey Destin. I was wondering if it will be to hot to go eat lunch there.(will be visiting in 2 wks). What is a good time to get there. We were either wanting to eat first and then hit the outlet mall/destin commons or shopping first and then eating.
Also what does everyone recommend?
Also what does everyone recommend?
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SGBBeach FanaticSouth Walton1,034 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticOk we have dropped the plans for Fudpuckers and planning on going to Dewey Destin. I was wondering if it will be to hot to go eat lunch there.(will be visiting in 2 wks). What is a good time to get there. We were either wanting to eat first and then hit the outlet mall/destin commons or shopping first and then eating.
Also what does everyone recommend?
Good choice! We've eaten there in the middle of summer and there are umbrellas and since you're right on the water there is usually a breeze to keep you comfortable. I think they are closed on Mondays, so check their hours before you go.
Ok we have dropped the plans for Fudpuckers and planning on going to Dewey Destin. I was wondering if it will be to hot to go eat lunch there.(will be visiting in 2 wks). What is a good time to get there. We were either wanting to eat first and then hit the outlet mall/destin commons or shopping first and then eating.What is your fav. thing to eat at Dewey Destin?
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