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Fisherman's Wharf Seafood House Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Cuisine Seafood
Hours Summer daily 11am-11pm (deck bar open later); off season daily 11am-9pm
Address
210D Hwy. 98 E
Location Destin Harbor, Destin
Reservations Reservations not accepted
Phone 850/654-4766
Web site www.fishermanswharfdestin.com
Prices Main courses $11-$25; sandwiches and burgers $6-$11
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

Frommer's Review

Go fishing, bring your catch here, and then have the chef chargrill it at this atmospheric restaurant next to a charter-fleet marina. (The restaurant hosts most of Destin's fishing competitions.) If you struck out fishing and didn't stop by Sexton's Seafood on the way here, you can select from the restaurant's fresh-off-the-boat catch for grilling, broiling, frying, or blackening. Charcoal grilling is the house specialty -- the triggerfish filet comes white and flaky but still moist. All main courses include a trip to the salad bar, rice pilaf, baked potato, or roasted vegetables. Although this building dates from 1996, it reminds me of an Old Florida fish camp, with rough-hewn wood walls and double-hung windows looking onto a large harborside deck, a venue during the warmer months for two bars, an oyster bar, live music, and great sunsets.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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