The Best Seafood on the Emerald Coast

Seafood is found all throughout the Emerald Coast with plenty of local choices available. Whether you're looking for great fish, shrimp, oysters or anything else from the ocean, you can find it here. Many restaurants serve some type of seafood and here are the best choices for all your seafood needs in the area.

AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar

The absolute best oysters come from AJ's. This place is known for their Oyster Bar and provides raw, steams or the specialty Oysters AJ, which are topped with jalapeno peppers, back and Monterey Jack Cheese. You can enjoy AJ's in Destin and the restaurant has a huge outdoor deck, which overlooks the Destin Harbor.

Dewey Destin Seafood

An old beach house provides the romantic location of Deweys and it overlooks the Destin Harbor to add to the ambiance. This restaurant provides plenty of great seafood options as you dine at rustic tables along the dock. Over 100 years of history is found here with one of the best grouper sandwiches in the area and excellent smoked tuna dip.

Destin Ice Seafood Market & Deli

If you're looking to cook seafood at home, you can find the best market in Destin, as well. The Destin Ice Seafood Market & Deli provides the freshest selection and some of the best ready-to-eat fish. You can find all the fish you need to prepare and cook at home or you can get something ready for you to eat immediately. They also carry great desserts, a good wine selection and Buckhead meats.

Harbor Docks

Those preferring their seafood in sushi form can find it at Harbor Docks. This place provides a large selection of sashimi and seafood, which is all made fresh daily. The master sushi chefs here provide some of the best choices in the area, whether you prefer your seafood raw, fried, boiled or sautéed.