Dog Friendly Waterfront Restaurants in Destin, FL

There are 3 pet friendly waterfront restaurants in Destin that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables, and 9 more nearby. Need help to decide where to eat? Here’s a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Destin. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Harry T's Lighthouse
Harry T's Lighthouse Harry T's Lighthouse is a dog-friendly restaurant in Destin, FL, that serves a variety of seafood favorites. Fido is welcome at outdoor tables with excellent views of the water. Enjoy local seafood, gourmet hamburgers, craft brews, whiskies and bourbons. See Details
Pet Friendly Boathouse Oyster Bar & Grill
Boathouse Oyster Bar & Grill Boathouse Oyster Bar & Grill is a dog-friendly restaurant located on the harbor in Destin, FL. Fido is welcome to join you at an outside table as you dine on fresh seafood dishes. Boathouse Oyster Bar & Grill has been voted Destin's best oysters and gumbo numerous times. The restaurant has some casual coastal décor, complete with dollar bills and hats. See Details
Rhumcay Island Grill Rhumcay Island Grill is a casual grille inside of a Destin beach resort. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome at outdoor tables. Start off with a craft cocktail and an order of the Fried Lobster Bites served with signature Louie Limey dipping sauces. Next, chow down on the Tequila Lime Fish Tacos with island-seasoned fresh catch, Napa cabbage, Bermuda onion, mango salsa, and Louie Limey fresco. Or go for the Island Fajitas with your choice of steak, shrimp, fried lobster, Mahi, chicken, or snapper. See Details
The Bay For southern gulf coast inspired cuisine, check out The Bay in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. They have ten pet-friendly outdoor tables on the deck overlooking the Choctawhatchee Bay where you and your dog can enjoy a meal while taking in the bay breeze. Sip at a carefully crafted cocktail while trying modern dishes with a regional twist like the the Point Washington Rolls- spring rolls with alligator tasso, poblano, and Hog Island dipping sauce. All food is made to order, including the sushi selections. See Details
The Gulf on Okaloosa Island The Gulf on Okaloosa Island is a casual, yet chic seaside gathering place in Fort Walton Beach, FL, offering locally-inspired food and beverages on a dog-friendly waterfront patio. Their seafood-focused menu specializes in seasonal, local ingredients from Gulf fisherman and regional farmers. Bring Fido to join you at an outdoor table while you enjoy your meal, where water bowls are offered to thirsty pups. See Details
Angler's Beachside Grill If you're looking for fantastic beachfront dining, then check out Angler's Beachside Grill, which has lots of pet-friendly outdoor tables on their pier while you and your dog can enjoy a meal while soaking up the gulf breeze. Angler's features fresh seafood and local favorites for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch, including the catch of the day, seafood baskets, crab cakes, and even land fare like bayou chicken. See Details
G.I. Jade Tiki Bar & Bistro G.I. Jade Tiki Bar and Bistro in Fort Walton Beach, FL is a casual, laid-back restaurant serving American food and Seafood in a pet-friendly tiki bar with a beachy vibe and great waterfront views. See Details
Dockside Oyster Bar & Cafe Weary travelers in need of some down home Cajun cookin' will be happy they discovered Ernie's Dockside Oyster Bar, a festive waterfront eatery offering scrumptious cuisine and dog-friendly outdoor seating. Strap on those feedbags and feast on a mouthwatering menu that includes boudin balls, catfish strips, BBQ shrimp, fresh and baked oysters, smoked tuna rolls, crab cake sandwiches, muffaletta, po'boys, crawfish platters, top sirloin steak, steamed snow crab, grilled redfish, and bread pudding a la mode for dessert. Dogs are welcome at deck tables overlooking the scenic Boggy Bayou. Ernie's Dockside Oyster Bar & Cafe is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11am to 10pm and is closed Mondays. See Details
L J Schooners Dockside Restaurant L J Schooners Dockside Restaurant is an old-Florida-style restaurant offering both seafood and American traditional options, plus regular live music and events. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. See Details
Doc's Oyster Bar Well-behaved dogs can join their owners at Doc's Oyster Bar in Valparaiso, FL. This pet-friendly seafood restaurant welcomes pets on its large patio that overlooks the water with a dozen tables. Menu items include oysters, peel & eat shrimp, po'boys, salads, burgers, and more. See Details
Rum Runners Dine beside your four-legged companion at the dog-friendly Rum Runners in Sandestin, FL. The many outdoor tables make this a great spot to unwind during dinner, weekend lunch, or even just for late-night drinks. Menu items include classic American appetizers, salads, baskets, sandwiches and entrees. See Details
Sunset Bay Cafe For a fun waterfront dining experience, have a meal at the Sunset Bay Cafe, which overlooks the Choctawhatchee Bay. You and your dog can sit at one of the twelve pet-friendly outdoor tables by the pool and tiki bar and enjoy breakfast and lunch. The Sunset Bay Cafe believes in using locally sourced ingredients to create the freshest meals possible, and they pride themselves on their breakfast classics with a twist, like the Hillbilly Benedict- poached eggs, smoked gouda fried grit cakes, fried chicken, and hollandaise. Sunset Bay Cafe is open from 7am-2pm every day, and they ask that people with dogs enter through the pool gate instead of the main entrance. See Details
Destin, FL, US