Outstanding food. Outstanding service by Sarah D. Best burger ever in my life! All 6 entrees, desserts and appetizers were delicious! Strongly recommend this place! They were amazing! read more

OMG -- the Flounder Piccata isn't just good... it is absolutely delicious. Perfectly prepared, light yet rich, with capers and fresh lemon folded into a buttery sauce that melts together beautifully. Every bite felt intentional and elevated. And then -- the meat and potatoes. Another standout. The short rib was incredibly tender, and the potato cake was moist, rich, and full of flavor. True comfort food, done exceptionally well. I also highly recommend: * The deviled eggs * The fries cooked in beef fat (a must!) The steak tartare is excellent as well -- and my one and only recommendation: add the quail egg on top. I Miss that rich, luscious yolk mixed into the beef and spread over a crisp baguette ! Let's talk about the bar -- the bartender made one of the best martinis I've ever had. What truly sets Bitterroot apart is the combination of incredible food and a gracious, brilliant chef. You can feel the care, the creativity, and the commitment to quality in every dish. If you love farm-to-fork dining, this is the place to be. Easily one of the best restaurants in the area. Absolutely loved it -- will be back. read more

Bitterroot - New American Near Me - Destin, Florida

Enjoyed a wonderful dinner here with a group of friends & 3 young kids. We had specified our party had kids in the reservation, & upon arrival, the table had kids menus ready in their seats which was a pleasant surprise. We ordered: -Beef tartare: this was delicious & one of the best tartares I've had. Generous portion. -Bone marrow & escargot: this was meh. It was hard to scoop the marrow out & hardly anything came out. Would be better to cut the bone length wise like other places. Also, the bread the escargot was on top of was wayyy too thick. -Foie gras torchon: rich & really delicious. Perfect ratio & balance of flavors to balance out the fattiness of the foie gras. -Blue crab pappardelle: this was amazing! If you're a crab lover, this is a must order. Generous portion of crab & great al dente pasta. -Husband ordered fish of the day (branzino I think?): fish was nicely cooked, but the sauce was inedible. Was way too sweet, like candy. -Kids had the fettuccine Alfredo & wagyu cheeseburger with fries from the kids menu. I thought both were overly salty, but they all enjoyed it. Fries were exceptionally good, but again, just too salty. Overall, we found some orders to be either exceptionally good or underwhelming. Service was attentive & we were given great wine recommendations to accompany our dinners. We enjoyed our meal & had plenty for lunch leftover with the generous portions. read more

Bitterroot - Bone marrow & escargot, beef tartare - New American Near Me - Destin, Florida

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We came in for happy hour on a Monday afternoon around 5 PM. We were promptly seated outside and noticed there were no other guests in the restaurant. We wondered if the food might reflect this but we were pleasantly surprised to find the opposite as the staff was more than ready to take good care of us. Drinks were phenomenal, food was terrific and Service was the best part! We received great recommendations from our server who delivered our food quickly. Happy hour was great as cocktails were $10 and wine was $6. Appetizers were 30% off and we tried a variety of items. Some of our favorite choices were the beet salad and shrimp primavera which was super fresh and had lots of asparagus and peas along with fresh pasta. Yum! I could literally eat the shrimp primavera every single day! So delicious. The chefs here absolutely know what they are doing. I highly recommend this restaurant read more

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I had a fantastic dinner at Bitterroot! I sat bar side with Krystale and she was fabulous. The selection of cocktails were fantastic. They have a very large selection of liquors and wines. The food.. Oh my. This is food you could put up against some of the best cuisine out there. I had the Flounder Picatta which may sound different but trust it is worth the exploration! So light and airy but perfectly fried to have a little crunch without drying out the fish. I had their Banana Pudding to finish it off and it was delectable. It was a bit sweeter than I'm used to with the accompaniment of a caramel sauce but the presentation was fantastic. The one recommendation I'd have on the Banana Pudding is to pour your own sauce :) Not a negative but because I paid with card there was a 3.5% charge. Just a heads up if you're planning to come in, it might be worth getting some cash handy! read more

Bitterroot - Banana Pudding - New American Near Me - Destin, Florida

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This is a spot in an unassuming shopping center yet as soon as you enter the door you're transported to an intimate, romantic restaurant! Shrimp and grits were delicious, waygu burger was legit, arancini balls were to die for, and I actually enjoyed my healthier salmon salad too! The Mezcal cocktails were very good - they had an interesting aromatic I couldn't place that I liked but my husband didn't. Service was also top notch! May come back for a second time during our trip... still dreaming about arancini balls. read more

The food was delicious! I had the meat and tators (shorts rib with crispy potatoes), my husband had the flounder piccata. Both were wonderful! The waitress and service were stellar. read more

If you're lucky, you'll have the absolute pleasure of being taken care of by Kennedy. Her deep knowledge of the menu, spot-on recommendations for preparation, and genuinely enjoyable conversation made our experience at Bitterroot exceptional from start to finish. This is easily one of the best farm-to-table restaurants we've experienced. The food wasn't just excellent, it was memorable. With a Michelin-trained chef at the helm, the dishes feature unique, thoughtful pairings that truly make the flavors come alive. We honestly wish we could give this place 10 stars. It's a true local gem, not a touristy spot with cookie-cutter food, and those are exactly the kinds of places we seek out when we travel. We're so glad we found it and couldn't recommend Bitterroot more highly as the place to eat in Destin. read more

Bitterroot - New American Near Me - Destin, Florida

Business meal - I had the short rib - which was a great dish. Flatbread appetizer - coconut key lime cheesecake dessert was a bit of a disappointment, not bad but so much potential. Service was great - ambiance was lovely: Small place on the end of a strip mall, lighting was low, nice little place. read more

Bitterroot delivers a local, upscale experience without upscale prices. I tried Bitterroot for the first time on my most recent trip to Destin with my family. It was one of our favorite meals of the trip. Certainly my #1. Every food item delivered. The picanha was delicious, though some pieces were chewy. The burger was tender and full of umami. The drinks were all great. My favorite cocktail was the Billionaire. Their old fashioned is one of the best I've tried (plus they're only $5 all day Monday!!). Service was great throughout the night. My family agreed we will be coming back here next time we're in town. read more

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Some of the best cocktails in the area! Service is great and the eclectic vibe is a nice change for the area.

Everything I've eaten from here has been top tier, some of the freshest, best food I've had! The service is great and the short rib gnocchi is honestly the best dish I've had in the area!! You're seriously missing out if you don't give this place a try! read more

This is the first time we tried this restaurant and really enjoyed dinner there. We made reservations for Sunday evening and service was great. The place looks very nice from the inside. I liked the ambiance. We ordered their Old fashioned with rye and their garlic hummus. The hummus was tasty and it comes with naan pieces. We also ordered their chicken parm but I made some changes. Instead of pasta, I got fresh vegetables. We also got their pepper filet mignon that comes with fresh beans and mashed potatoes but we replaced the mash potatoes with extra fresh beans. The food was delicious. See photos below. I loved their Banana bread cheesecake, which comes with pecans and caramel drizzled. Overall I liked this place and our total was $200 including tip. See photos below. read more

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I would like to preface this review stating i have been a waitress and am currently a registered nurse, having extensive experience in customer service I was extremely disappointed with my experience at this restaurant, especially given the price point and the fact that it was Valentine's Day. From the moment I sat at the bar for the prix fixe meal, I was met with a consistently negative attitude from the bartender. Throughout a $250+ meal, the service remained slow and unwelcoming. At one point, the bartender had a pink vape visibly tucked into her bra, which felt highly unprofessional. Staff members were openly expressing in the background that they couldn't wait for the shift to end, which further detracted from the atmosphere. This negativity carried over to nearby guests as well. For a restaurant charging premium prices, especially on a special occasion, professionalism and basic hospitality should be a given. Unfortunately, that was not the experience here, and it significantly diminished what should have been an enjoyable evening. read more

This is fairly new to the Destin area and it definitely brings something different to the area. For lunch I've always enjoyed the waygu burgers and birrai tacos. Dinner I routinely change it up and it always is good. Alcohol selection is among the best in the area and fairly priced. Service is very professional here and the staff usually makes a point to discuss a course or alcohol with me. Save room for dessert. One of the few places that does it right. The s'more is my favorite. read more

I would give this more than 5 for today's experience!! Great drinks! Caesar wings were a bit different ..had an anchovy flavor and weird but hey we tried them just was not our favorite but enjoyed the creativity. Dinner: 3 of us one chicken piccata, one shrimp and grits, and I had the Al Pastor Pork Steak. We all tried all three and they were amazing. I truly enjoyed this pork steak as much as I had of any filet or ribeye in the area it was that good! But it was Pork steak!! Reminded me of my St. Louis roots but seared and crusty so delish! Thank you to the staff who were amazing also! We will be back and sharing our experience to all. read more

Bitterroot - Al Pastor Pork Steak!!! Wow! - New American Near Me - Destin, Florida

This was my favorite meal in Destin! We came in for an early dinner and were able to sit right away with no reservation (it was the off season). Our waiter was SO much fun and really enhanced our meal. There were plenty of options for all diets. We enjoyed the arancini to start, then I had the grain bowl for dinner. It was light, healthy and delicious! My husband loved the hand pies as well. The restaurant was clean and the decor was gorgeous. I would absolutely return when in the area. read more

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Everything about our dining experience was amazing - from the decor to the food to the service. HIGHLY recommend. After eating all the seafood we could handle on our vacation, I was looking for something special for our last dinner in Destin. I found Bitterroot on Yelp and everything looked great in the pictures. The cocktails were good looking and tasty. We ordered the arrancini, the goat cheese flatbread, split a Wagyu burger and fries with the Harbison fondue, and dessert was bread pudding with bone marrow ice cream. (Yes, it sounds weird, but it was really delicious!) All of the food was perfectly prepared and lovingly presented. I wish we had room to try more of the dishes. The music was right up our alley and we sang along through most of dinner. The servers even sang a little bit as well. They were amiable and light-hearted, when my partner jokingly requested that they box up an errant mushroom that had fallen on the table, they swooped it up and returned with it in a to-go cup LOL Give them a try, I promise you won't regret it! read more

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A+ restaurant. This is a hidden gem. The wings, duck, salmon, beet salad. Everything we had was great. The cocktails, Storm chaser and espresso martini were perfect. Highly recommend this place. Great environment and excellent service. read more

Bitterroot - Salmon - New American Near Me - Destin, Florida

Beautiful dinner and service! Could not have asked for a nicer night out. Pretty restaurant and the waiter went out of his way to make it a special night. read more

Bitterroot - Shrimp with grits. - New American Near Me - Destin, Florida

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We have quite frequently enjoyed meals at Bitterroot and have usually taken friends with us. The food was always excellent with a farm to table feel. They have adopted a few new policies. They will not take phone calls or allow messages. The recording informs you to visit their website for directions, hours and reservations. All reservations are accepted on their site and there is a deposit of $100 needed to make a reservation for parties of six or more. read more

Phenomenal drinks and food. The Wagyu Burger and Boudin Balls were 10/10. We enjoyed the banana pudding afterwards and it was incredible!

This was one of the best meals we've had in a long time! Incredible flavors and texture. We're definitely coming back read more

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This place was wonderful. The food was the best we had all week. The service was excellent. Ambiance was just perfect despite it being in a shopping center. They did however charge me $100 to make a reservation and at first took it off my bill...then said they made a mistake and added it back and told me they would refund. I'm still waiting on that refund. The only negative I have about this one. read more

Amazing food and restaurant. Unique. Nothing quite like it in the area. Farm to table deliciousness.

Great food, great service, great vibe! Love eating here! Delicious burgers and drinks are phenomenal.

Excellent little find tucked away in an unassuming strip. Cozy atmosphere, innovative menus and excellent wine selection. Attentive service from staff each time we've visited. Get off the beaten path and out of the traffic. The Bitterroot is a sweet gem. read more

Really great farm to table small restaurant concept. Good break in prevalent restaurant types of fried foods and hamburger/ seafood options. Unique dishes with good flavorful combinations. Love the allergy friendly and safe atmosphere and service. A bit expensive but nice. You don't go there for the view but for the food. read more

Excellent food,excellent service, a group of five of us visited at lunchtime. I had the Birria tacos and my wife had the BLT both were delicious. We all really appreciate it the attention from the staff. read more

Peaceful vibe, vibrant food. We went in for brunch and was kindly greeted by a handsome tall man. We enjoyed whipped ricotta as an appetizer, steak and eggs and the French toast! Cannot wait to come back! read more

Bitterroot - French Toast - New American Near Me - Destin, Florida

First service was spot on. Upon arrival tonight New Years Eve, we were greeted with a complimentary cocktail. It was a price fixe menu with choices in each area. First up we had Pork and shrimp dim sum and a roasted beet salad! Both were outstanding. The entrees pepper crusted filet for my husband and salmon for me! Both beyond expectations! The dessert topped it off! But wait there is more! A little something extra appeared a to-go bag with a cup of collard greens and black eyed peas for each of us. Talk about EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS. Bitterroot did it tonight! read more

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Fantastic food and service. The burger was delicious and the wine selection was varied.

Had the wagyu burger it was amazing. It was our first time and we will be back. Very laid back vibe

The ambiance was charming, cozy, and welcoming. The service was friendly, helpful, and welcoming. They especially made me feel comfortable in regard to the kitchen's ability to accommodate my soy and gluten allergies. I truly enjoyed the bombitas appetizer! My dinner companion and I were both so impressed with the quality and portions of the meal. I plan to return. read more

Bitterroot - Filet - New American Near Me - Destin, Florida

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Destin, FL. Really cool atmosphere and decorated for Christmas. Tried based on recommendations from a local Eagles fan. Mon: old fashioned drink special which was really good. Food: eclectic menu. Some of the apps were over sauced. Enjoyed our dinners. Service was great. read more

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Stopped in for a quick bite to eat before a date night reservation! Such a great atmosphere loved the lighting. We got the whipped ricotta, just amazing!! We then skirt the chicken piccata! Do not underestimate this classic dish! They killed it! So good! I have never had chicken taste that good, so light and citrusy. 10/10 recommend. Heidi at the bar was so kind and attentive! Perfect birthday dinner! read more

Bitterroot - Chicken Piccata - New American Near Me - Destin, Florida

Absolutely fabulous food and 5 star service!!! Best restaurant in the greater Destin area.

The food was outstanding. Being from New Orleans it's hard to get a wow from me... this place was WOW!! Foigot was delicious, beat salad amazing... but my red snapper dish 12/10 ... so much flavor ... off the path for tourism - service was fantastic read more

I didn't think I'd need a reservation on a weekday but made one on a whim. I'm so glad because this place got packed! It's tucked away in the back of a strip mall so there is no crutch of the awesome view here. It's all about the food. On that front this place delivers in spades. Every dish we tried, from the crab brulee app to the candy bar dessert was mouth wateringly delicious. I had the shirt rib served over pasta. It melted in my mouth and did the same the next day after getting the MW treatment. That's a feat. My wife cleaned her plate, the salmon Florentine which I took a bite of and can attest to its scrumptiousness-ness! This meal is so worth your $$$. Definitely would recommend stopping by here and we're coming back here next time in Destin. read more

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Do not walk but better RUN to Bitterroot!! Their food is on par with a 5 star Michelin restaurant! 1. Service is AMAZING 2. Food is so flavorful and delicious. I had the chicken and dumplings and the sauce was so amazing. Add the chicken, dumplings, and the potatoes on it and I was so full but couldn't stop eating. The Wagyu burger was what my husband had and it tasted like heaven! It's a good size burger too! My brother in law got the lamb and it was more of a pad Thai type meal and again, they had the perfect mix of lamb mixed with the flavors!! 3. If you're looking for a cocktail please get the Huckleberry! It was so amazing! Their wine selection is really great too!! I wish we had a place like this at home as I'd probably try and get a job there and just get paid in food! The food mixed with amazing service makes this restaurant 10 out of 10!! Great job everyone at Bitterroot! Don't change a thing! read more

Bitterroot - The Huckleberry - New American Near Me - Destin, Florida