Doc's Oyster Bar

We just had the bushwhackers and they were good. It's a bar where the locals go. Very lively! It…read morewas super crowded but got served pretty quickly.

Don't sleep on the potato salad. Surprisingly it's the perfect snack if you're bar hopping in the…read morearea!

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Danny's Fried Chicken

4.0(127 reviews)

1.3 mi

Not much to look at from the street, but don't let that stop you from amazing fried chicken!…read more Anytime we are in the area, this is the place to stop. It's a fast food style or ordering, picking some of the amazing sides, then finding a seat. This may have been a Hardee's or maybe an old A&W store. It's all about the chicken, great crispy outside, always cooked perfect. If you haven't, give it a shot.

we've been wanting to try this for a while and finally made it out. overall, it's a pretty good…read morefried chicken spot. we got the 10pc family meal and it was pretty good deal for $25. chicken was pretty good. batter was crispy and crunchy, chicken was juicy but it definitely didn't blow me away. i think kfc or popeyes has more of those strong seasonings which i prefer. still good nonetheless. we also ordered for dinner and im sure they mass fry these and have them sit ready to go so it may have been sitting for a while. mashed potatoes were good and chicken and dumplings were just okay. i wish they had mac and cheese as a side! we made some at home instead. my little interaction with the staff was good and they were nice and professional. i would come again in the future.

Chicken gizzards and chicken breast

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Fried Mushrooms

Bugsy’s Saloon

4.4(10 reviews)

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My first visit was very welcoming. I asked if they had a menu and the answer was no but they said…read moreyou are welcome to some free food at the complimentary hot bar. Yes it's a smoking place but as a former smoker, I can appreciate a place that allows smoking. Your choice if you don't like that don't go. My next visit to Enterprise I will go right back to Bugsy's. Great people!

Bustling crowds, reasonable prices, good live music and bartenders are great, ages from young to…read moreold and a very welcoming clientelle

Cool place.

Bar area again.

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Bar area.

McGuire's Irish Pub

4.4(4.6k reviews)

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The wait during a crowded time was only about 20 minutes... upstairs bar staff was friendly &…read moreaccommodating. Once seat the ambiance was fun, waiters were great, food was excellent for the price and huge portions! The pork chop dinner was delicious! Shrimp appetizers were amazing! Great choice when visiting Destin!

Mash potatoes were delicious. Loved the filet. Hamburgers looked delicious. They were huge!!read more

Moose

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Blueberry lemon martini & the Godfather.

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4.4(30 reviews)

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Great sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit! The biscuits and gravy are fantastic too! YUMMYread more

Coffee was ok. However my husband & others we were traveling with went back multiple times for the…read morefrozen daiquiri drinks.

Beer Taps!

Live Music Stage

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Frozen Drinks!

Kenny D's Beach Bar & Grill

3.6(681 reviews)

10.4 mi

Kenny D's had some of the best food of our trip. We ate there twice, and the blackened shrimp was…read moreoutstanding. The first visit was excellent with great food and service. The second visit was more crowded, and the food and service weren't quite as strong, but still good overall. I would recommend it, especially for the blackened shrimp.

Slow & rude service on a slow weekday evening made our party of 5 very uncomfortable. $200 tab…read moreand she expected a $40 tip, but that didn't happen. Margaritas were over priced or we ordered wrong (?) at $25 each. The food was good. The fried grouper was the stand out along with the fresh fried mushrooms, $10.95. Raw oysters, $25 a dozen, were small and not nearly as chilled as Boschamp or Austin's (both nearby). Seriously hard to rate this place because no owner would knowingly have a subpar server, yet there she was. She really ruined an otherwise decent meal. We've come here since it opened and replaced Wahoo. Love it, but fell really short this time.

Fried Shrimp Basket

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Strawberry daiquiri on the patio

Coaster's

3.5(39 reviews)

9.6 mi

Not so bad, little dive bar, outside is like a converted garage bar with seating so that's cool…read more Inside, you got your live music, pool, darts, another bar, decent seating. I enjoyed the live music, so I'd go again. Newer in town, but it seems everyone knows each other here so it must be the spot, and where people come when the other bars start to close (I was there at 1 am). Service was fair, no complaints there. Didn't order food, but did order drinks, fairly priced. I'll definitely come back and check it out, loved the live music and the music they played overhead.

It's a good little local bar. Not too many seats and can be a bit loud, but that's to be expected…read moreat a bar. They have darts as well as 2 pool tables. Try their special apple pie shot! It's amazing!

Dope

Old fashioned

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The awesome refrigerator

Lucky's Rotten Apple

3.6(29 reviews)

7.5 mi

Great place if you're tired of singer/songwriter stuff and want to drop it low. Ha!!…read more The drinks are great, good vibes here. This is my kind of place for a night out!

If you're looking for a chill hookah spot in Destin, Florida that place hip hop this is the place…read moreto go to. I didn't have drinks, just did hookah. The service was great. Big Twin & Savannah were great. The have drinks, hookah and pool tables. Also, some is grilling outside. Definitely check it out.

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Pallet Bar and Grill

4.2(90 reviews)

7.8 mi

Enjoyed the atmosphere and food! Service was on point. Menu has many options for anyone's taste…read more Our choices were very tasty

This place is like a good saloon. Great dive bar atmosphere with really solid food. Has the saloon…read morefeel and a wall of draft beers. I ordered an old fashioned and they didn't have block ice so I got a soda fountain amount of ice turning it to a watered down old fashioned. The beers weee really good though. The ribs tased like pepper but everything was pretty good. The server checked on us to give us a menu, take our appetizer, give us our food, give us a check and nothing else. Very inattentive This place has been around for a while because their food and beer is great. I always say, try it twice before giving up on anything. Their BBQ was super good for most part and my burger was great.

The Pork Wings,

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Standing Room Only

3.6(9 reviews)

1.3 mi

We stopped in to watch the Thursday Night Football game which they had playing! It was about 7 pm…read moreand it wasn't crowded at all! We loved the relaxed vibe and there was plenty of drinks options to choose from. They serve food but only a bit later in the evening. The bartender told us that they get busier around 10-2. This is a pretty great hidden gem!

Nice little duck off spot to have a few beers and shoot some pool and darts..it surprised meread more

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Carmen S.

2 years ago

Doc's Oyster Bar is a delightful surprise tucked away in Valparaiso. As I was just passing through, I didn't expect to find such a gem. Here's why you should check it out: Atmosphere: The lively shack vibe, waterfront views, and New Orleans-style flair create a unique experience. Oysters: Whether you prefer them raw or grilled, Doc's oysters are a must-try. Flavorful and fresh! Next time you're in the area, don't miss Doc's Oyster Bar. It's a little piece of foodie heaven! read more

Kayla C.

Elite 26

217

331

1 year ago

Doc's Oyster Bar has a killer view -- right on the water, which definitely sets the mood. The oysters were fresh and full of flavor, but a few came out way overcooked. Like, borderline cremated. That said, the rest of the meal was solid, and the atmosphere made it worth the stop. Just hoping they keep a closer eye on the grill next time because we'll definitely be back! They also have a full bar and plenty of beer options. read more

Justin C.

8 years ago

This is a very cool establishment right at the foot of the Toms Bayou bridge. Its a fun place to kick back and watch the sunset over some beers and (fill in with any menu item) If you are in Valparaiso, I would recommend this place over any other restaurant in the area. The Blue Cheese burger or the Fish tacos... mmmmm... read more

Jen F.

6 years ago

What a hole in the wall local find should be! Margaritas on the rocks and fish tacos are consistently delicious. Fried pickles make a great appetizer. Drink specials for military. Great views (sans construction). Parking can be tight. read more

David F.

13 years ago

Great place. The beer are pricey and a little out of my league but the oysters are good. I heard that this is a new place and I can see that they are just feeling and trying to get their bearings. read more

Setara N.

151

8 years ago

Amazing food! Friendly staff! Great scenery! Price range is on point. Highly recommended. I go here at least two to three times a month. I am never disappointed. read more

Ruby H.

102

9 years ago

Love Doc's fish tacos. Dining in or picking up to-go they are always made quickly and taste delicious. The atmosphere and view isn't too shabby either. read more

Karen N.

13 years ago

I love the food in here. Everything that they serve is a comfort food, burgers and wings and beer, nothing better than that to perk you right up! read more

Robert M.

124

7 years ago

We come to the area once a year. We make it a point to come here for lunch at least once or twice. We are never let down. Love this place!!

Mollie P.

7 years ago

Great food, good atmosphere. On the water so it's a nice place to go with friends and family and gets some food and drinks

Derrick M.

8 years ago

Definitely my favorite place to get oysters and a nice beer! The staff is incredible and I will be coming back for sure.

James H.

103

9 years ago

I went here for lunch. Good food and great view with a cool breeze in early November. You can't beat that for $14 lunch

Malia M.

6 years ago

The space is a bit small but I LOVE the outside dining. The view is beautiful and love how it's on the water

Drew B.

9 years ago

Everything here is great. Anything fried. Great onion rings. Great fried pickles. Great fried shrimp.

Mrs. M.

8 years ago

Delicious food and great location. Everyone was so friendly. Can't go wrong with the fish and chips.

Tracy F.

4 years ago

This is my absolute favorite place to go for years. The atmosphere is great and the food is better.

Dylan S.

8 years ago

Excellent food and service - this is the place to go when visiting. Lively and fun atmosphere!

Susan A.

10 years ago

This place has awesome selection of Oysters. They have very nice staff there! Good prices! read more

Ben R.

3 years ago

Best oysters and other food we had the entire time we were in Destin. Highly recommend!

Jason H.

116

8 years ago

Great place to grab a bite to eat (food is amazing) and watch the sunset.

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