Great service, delicious food, and incredible views of the water. This place is so dreamy and the…read moreview of the water is otherworldly.

We went here for a Mother's Day Brunch, on 5/10/26. The price was $95/person…read more We ate at least one of everything to ensure we got our moneys worth. Everything was lukewarm, and not fresh. The prime rib was actually well done, and tough. The salmon Benedict was chewy, not supposed to be. Potatoes were actually cold, when I went to get my prime rib, one of the workers did not want to help me, so he simply stepped back and pointed at another worker to help me. We were served water in plastic cups, and no decorations on any of the tables, for the fantastic Mom's. The Bloody Mary was not good...no mix, just vodka and Tobasco. The photograph on their advertisement for this Mother's Day brunch, showed a plate of food and a mimosa. They offered no description of what was included for the $95 per person. I called them twice and left two messages. I also left a message on their Facebook page, simply asking for a description of what the $95 included. No response, nothing. This is a place that is highly recommended on 38, and we see no reason to recommend this place to anybody or to ever revisit going here. Also, upon asking our waitress for our check, we were told that there would be an automatic gratuity added, which turned out to be just over $60. Non negotiable. We watched the manager who was resting a khaki colored suit, white hair, and glasses, walk around to almost every table in the restaurant, except for ours. We will not be back. Our opinion is that it is overpriced, subpar, quality food, nothing fresh about anything, average service, and really sneaky with the service fee that they add on after your meal is completed. Thank you.

They delivered right on time and they were very kind to do business with. I would defiantly…read morerecommend this company for any size party rentals.

Used them twice now. Best on time service. Worth the $$$. Excellent customer service leading up…read moreto the events.

The Venue is without question a premier location to have a wedding! The organization and…read moreprofessionalism of Suzy Hunt and Kristine Nelson made for a very memorable experience for my daughter and our family. We had great support from the beginning to end to ensure a pleasant and memorable experience. Would not hesitate to have another event at the Venue.

From the owner: Welcome to The Venue, where coastal charm meets chic elegance in the heart of downtown Fort Walton…read moreBeach. Nestled along the waterfront, our unique and fresh event space offers a captivating blend of modern sophistication and laid-back coastal vibes. Picture your dream wedding or special event set against the backdrop of our stunning manicured lawn, with the gentle breeze from the nearby waters adding a touch of romance. At The Venue, we pride ourselves on flexibility, striving to bring your vision to life seamlessly. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our commitment is to exceed your expectations. Step into a world where every detail is perfected, and every moment is unforgettable. Let The Venue be the canvas for your extraordinary memories.

Amazing venue with incredible ambiance at dusk and nighttime. Surround by a beautiful forests, I…read morelove the lights in the fountain and pond and fence-line as you drive up. Perfect space for large events!

Beautiful area. Great for taking photos, relaxing or just strolling around. Not much to say because…read morethe natural beauty of this place says everything better than I ever could.

We love the Hibiscus! Its vintage Florida decor will take you back in time to Old Florida. We have…read morestayed there 5-6 times, and every room or suite is very nice and always clean with much attention to detail. At our last stay, we reserved the Romance room, and really loved it. A trolley runs about every 10 minutes to beach in Grayton, which is a beautiful beach with dune lakes that my grandchildren love. The Garden of Love is in back and is also beautiful and enchanting. Trust me, you will love the Hibiscus. Owners and staff are always very nice and helpful.

Good and not so good. Location is amazing. Not as crowded as Rosemary or Seaside, much more quaint…read morewith an old Florida feel. Walking distance to Red Bar and Chiringos as well as the beach. But it is noisy with the only bar around that stays open past 10pm right next door. Plus we stayed in the hibiscus room which sits right over a small eatery. Bed wasn't very comfortable and linens left alot to be deposited. Bathroom had a step in tub/shower. Not easy to navigate. In short, charming but could use some upgrades. Location is great, especially if you're staying up for the party. Priced fairly. Clean. Parking can be a challenge. So like I said. Good and not so good.

This boutique hotel is straight up wonderful! It's intimate, with its own pool and restaurants…read more Even though it is not an all-inclusive, it sure gets close! There is a sweets suite that has granola bars, popcorn, soda, oranges and apples, goldfish, an ice and water machine, espresso machine (that also makes hot cocoa), and ice cream bars! No need to pack extra snacks for your little ones on this trip! The rooms are large and the balconies have a gorgeous view of the bluest turquoise waters- it reminded me of being in the islands! The turndown service brings you fresh homemade cookies every night (so don't use your DND!). The staff onsite are super accommodating, the drinks at the bar are delicious, and the food is good as well. The pool drinks are more expensive if you go to the beach club next door. The pool area has a huge sunscreen dispenser (never seen one of these), ice water, fire pits (free to use). There is a tiny gym off the lobby (open 24/7). It has one treadmill, one elliptical, free weights, one bench, on pulley system and a Lululemon mirror thing. No one seemed to use it, so that was nice. The beach is powdered sugar soft a the ocean is clear and calm. It was an OASIS! The only surprise is that there isn't any drink service. Luckily the pool bar wasn't too far away. There is a free trolley you can take to other pools like the Watercolor Club (for kids), and other locations. There are some eateries within walking distance (however not a ton). The whole town is walkable and bike friendly. If you're a runner, there's a paved walkway that goes alongside the main road for miles and miles. I stuck to the trails behind the houses and loved it! It was secluded and woodsy, and yet I still saw houses so it didn't feel unsafe. This was probably one of the best vacations I've been on- it felt foreign but was stateside. Everyone enjoyed it- myself, my husband, our toddler, and my older in-laws. It's worth every penny! And bonus: the AC works amazingly! You can have a cold room and the ceiling fan makes it even better! The housekeeping was also phenomenal! Everyone was friendly and did such a great job! They gave us more shampoo, etc without us even having to ask. My only cons- I wish the free bike rental had helmets. I don't trust drivers when I have a little one to take care of, and the pool pump was loud so we couldn't really hear the ocean from the balcony, but not a deal killer.

Hotel is well located and has good entryway staff. Very attentive. Quite a bit of deferred…read moremaintenance and not worth the price IMHO. You are paying for location for sure. Restaurant and most importantly bar staff on 2nd floor were very average. Would not make eye contact with numerous patrons at times ... a number of us were sitting at bar and noted this as it took forever to get a drink at times. Rooms average and third floor room view was great. Won't be coming back to this Ritz priced "inn".

The staff is very welcoming and positive attitude. My wife Churro Martini and I had a Peach Old…read moreFashion. Both drinks were yummy. We started with the brisket queso, holy cow it was delicious. We shared the Cantina Crunch, extremely delicious. The crunch on the inside of flour tortilla was unexpected. Definitely worth it being a regular rotation of restaurants to visit.

We came again and the food was still delicious as always. It was nice and calm in there, despiste…read moreour toddler who was a little wild lol. Our waitress Kay was very kind and attentive. I felt bad because I kept asking for things, but she was nice and ca about it. I recommend coming here. I think it was the manager who as I was walking out with my family was so nice, he greeted us when we came in and as we left.

Beautiful! Lovely building and grassy lawn alongside and at end of building. Our family had a…read morereunion there in October and the weather was gorgeous. We had the building for most of the day so while it was hot we stayed inside but as the sun faded we all went outside for croquet and games. At the time that we went, Tiffani had three huge columns topped with large beautifully planted bowl planters in the lawn creating a gorgeous focal point and backdrop for family photos. Think Mediterranean meets gorgeous farmhouse. Bravo!

Be warned that this place will likely have police called during your event because they violate…read morelocal noise restrictions. You might consider another place that won't have this problem.

Why no one has Yelped this place is beyond me. My friend booked her wedding here and it was…read morefabulous. Simple, classic and elegant! The staff were professional and accommodating. The venue speaks volumes and if you want the classic beach wedding with bridal cottage and reception all in one, definitely check this place out! Great space for catering, music, dancing etc...!

I've catered and filmed a lot of weddings. But this time, it was for my son & daughter-in-law at…read morethe Destin Bay House on the Choctawhatchee Bay. This venue was the best choice we could have made! Private, elegant, and absolutely magical! The building layout, tables, and seating accommodations were perfect, the kitchen very handy, a cute little cottage for getting ready, and a gorgeous background for some great photos and video! It had everything you could possibly want for the perfect wedding ceremony and celebration~ The Destin Bay House would be perfect for any gathering!