To honor the memory of trapeze artist “Flying Harry T” Baben, his family opened this lively spot on the ground floor of Destin Harbor’s tallest building. Standing guard is the stuffed Stretch, Harry’s beloved giraffe. The decor includes circus memorabilia and relics from the luxury cruise ship Thracia, which sank off the Emerald Coast in 1927; Harry T was presented with the ship’s salvaged furnishings and fixtures for personally leading the heroic rescue of its 2,000 passengers. In 2007, Harry’s moved into this lighthouse building along the harborfront. Luckily the kitsch—and the giraffe—remain. The menu offers traditional seafood, steak, chicken, burgers, and pasta dishes. Their gumbo is award winning. An 11am to 6pm happy hour Monday through Friday is a big hit with twofer drinks and specials, and bottomless champagne for $15.89 is offered daily during brunch hours.
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Harry T’s Lighthouse
46 Harbour Blvd., Destin Harbor
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Destin Harbor
Hours
Mon–Thurs 10am-9pm, Fri 10am-10pm; Sat 9am-10pm, Sun 9am-10pm
Phone
850/654-4800
Prices
Main courses $19–$39, more for steak
Cuisine Type
American
Web site
Harry T's Lighthouse
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