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Destin & Miramar Beach Area Guide

Randall Grier Ministries provides this list for the convenience of those attending our meeting. Inclusion does not imply a recommendation or endorsement by the ministry. We checked these listings on November 12, 2026. Hours, prices, admission fees, and reservation requirements may change. Please check with each location before visiting.

Meeting location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Destin Miramar Beach
570 Scenic Gulf Drive, Destin, FL 32550 · Open in Google Maps Official Website

Beaches, Parks & Things to Do

Scenic Gulf Drive Regional Beach Access
A public beach access on the same road as the meeting hotel, with parking, restrooms, and an accessible boardwalk.
907 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • Visit South Walton, FL

Henderson Beach State Park
A Gulf-front state park with white sand dunes, a nature trail, and boardwalks to the beach. The park currently requires a day-use reservation for all visitors.
17000 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin, FL 32541 · Google Maps •  Florida State Parks

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
A coastal preserve with walking trails, freshwater dune lakes, and a Gulf beach. Check the park website for current beach access during construction.
7525 W. County Highway 30A, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 · Google Maps • Florida State Parks

HarborWalk Village
A waterfront area on Destin Harbor with shops, restaurants, and departures for dolphin cruises, fishing charters, and other boat trips.
10 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, FL 32541 · Google Maps • Emerald Grande At Harborwalk Village

Destin History & Fishing Museum
An indoor museum with exhibits on Destin’s fishing heritage, local fish species, and the Destin Fishing Rodeo.
108 Stahlman Avenue, Destin, FL 32541 · Google Maps • Destin, FL, USA

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
A marine park on Okaloosa Island with animal exhibits and presentations featuring dolphins and sea lions.
1010 Miracle Strip Parkway SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 · Google Maps • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

Shopping & Places to Walk Around

Silver Sands Premium Outlets
An outdoor outlet center about a mile from the meeting hotel, with name-brand stores, covered sidewalks, and places to grab a bite.
10562 Emerald Coast Parkway W., Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • Embassy Suites

Grand Boulevard at Sandestin
An open-air town center with clothing and specialty shops, restaurants, and a lawn used for community events.
495 Grand Boulevard, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • Grand Boulevard

The Village of Baytowne Wharf
A bayside village inside Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort with shops, places to eat, family activities, and seasonal events.
9100 Baytowne Boulevard, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • baytownewharf.com

Destin Commons
An outdoor shopping center with national retailers, restaurants, public murals, and a central lawn.
4100 Legendary Drive, Destin, FL 32541 · Google Maps • destincommons.com

Publix at Grand Boulevard
A grocery store with a deli, bakery, and pharmacy.
725 Grand Boulevard, Sandestin, FL 32550 · Google Maps • Publix Super Markets

Places to Eat

Price ranges are approximate and reflect selected main dishes per person before drinks, tax, and tip. Some dishes may cost more. Online ordering prices can differ from dine-in prices. Fast-food prices generally reflect individual items, with combo prices marked where shown. Some estimates come from local online menus, where prices may differ from dine-in prices.

Fast Food & Quick Meals

Chick-fil-A
Fast-food chicken sandwiches, nuggets, salads, and breakfast biscuits. About $5 for a classic chicken sandwich.
52 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • www.visitsouthwalton.com

McDonald’s
Fast-food burgers, fries, chicken sandwiches, and breakfast. About $6 for a Big Mac.
12830 US Highway 98 W., Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • McDonald's

Culver’s
Fast-food burgers, chicken, and frozen custard. About $6–$9 for selected burgers.
12540 US Highway 98 W., Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • Hwy 98 W

Taco Bell
Fast-food tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. About $7 for a Crunchwrap Supreme.
10859 US Highway 98 W., Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • Taco Bell®

Whataburger
Fast-food burgers, chicken sandwiches, and breakfast biscuits. About $12–$15 for selected combos on the local online menu.
10725 Emerald Coast Parkway, Sandestin, FL 32550 · Google Maps • Burgers, Fast Food, Shakes

Five Guys
Counter-service burgers, hot dogs, fries, and milkshakes. About $12 for a hamburger, with fries priced separately.
17 Poinciana Boulevard, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • restaurants.fiveguys.com

Breakfast, Diners & Cafés

Waffle House
Casual diner with waffles, eggs, hash browns, and breakfast sandwiches. About $6–$14 for selected breakfast dishes.
130 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • info.wafflehouse.com

Maple Street Biscuit Company
Counter-service breakfast and brunch with biscuit sandwiches, waffles, and Southern breakfast dishes. About $8–$18.
9375 Emerald Coast Parkway W., Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • maplestreetbiscuits.com

The Donut Hole – Santa Rosa Beach
Diner and bakery with pancakes, omelets, doughnuts, and pies. About $9–$20 for breakfast dishes.
6745 US Highway 98, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 · Google Maps • donutholerestaurant.com

Another Broken Egg Café
Sit-down Southern-style breakfast, brunch, and lunch at Grand Boulevard. About $16–$20 for selected dishes on the local online menu.
755 Grand Boulevard, Suite B-107, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • www.anotherbrokenegg.com

Moderately Priced Sit-Down Restaurants

Thai 9 Cuisine
Thai restaurant with noodle dishes, curries, stir-fries, and seafood. About $16–$22 for selected main dishes.
10916 US Highway 98 W., Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • Thai 9 Cuisine

Cabana Café
Casual American restaurant at Seascape Resort with wraps, pizza, pasta, and chicken dinners. About $15–$25.
112 Seascape Drive, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • www.cabanacafedestin.com

Aegean Greek Restaurant
Greek and Mediterranean restaurant with gyros, salads, grilled entrées, and American breakfast plates. About $16–$31 for many lunch and dinner dishes. Breakfast plates run about $10–$19.
12889 US Highway 98, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • www.aegeanfl.com

Mezcal Mexican Grill
Sit-down Mexican restaurant at Seascape Towne Centre with tacos, enchiladas, and fajitas. About $16–$32 for selected main dishes.
80 Seascape Drive, Suite 101, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • Mezcal Mexican Grill

P.F. Chang’s
Sit-down Asian restaurant at Grand Boulevard with fried rice, lo mein, chicken dishes, and Mongolian beef. About $18–$32 for selected main dishes.
640 Grand Boulevard, Sandestin, FL 32550 · Google Maps • Asian & Chinese Food Restaurant

Carrabba’s Italian Grill
Sit-down Italian restaurant at Silver Sands Premium Outlets with pasta, grilled chicken, and seafood. About $26–$28 for selected chicken entrées.
10562 US Highway 98 W., Suite 168, Sandestin, FL 32550 · Google Maps • Sandestin, FL

Fat Clemenza’s
Local Italian restaurant with brick-oven pizza, lasagna, ravioli, and other pasta dishes. About $24–$27 for selected pasta dishes.
12273 US Highway 98, Suite 101, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • fatclemenzas.com

Higher-Priced Sit-Down Restaurants

Surf Hut
Beachfront seafood and American restaurant across from the meeting hotel. About $19 for a burger and $33–$45 for many seafood entrées.
551 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • www.surfhutdestin.com

Pompano Joe’s Seafood House
Gulf-front seafood restaurant with Caribbean-inspired dishes, including grilled fish, shrimp, and seafood platters. About $38–$47 for selected seafood entrées.
2237 Scenic Gulf Highway, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • www.pompano-joes.com

Bijoux Restaurant
Fine-dining restaurant at The Market Shops with Gulf seafood, steaks, and dishes influenced by coastal French and New Orleans cooking. About $33–$78 for dinner entrées.
9375 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite 22, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 · Google Maps • bijouxdestin.com