Restaurants Open Thanksgiving in Destin

Take a break and enjoy Destin in a way many have yet to experience.  Thanksgiving at the beach is becoming more popular each year.

Enjoy quality family time together, stroll along quiet, peaceful beaches, and give yourself permission not to cook! Speaking of skipping out on cooking a traditional meal. Here is a list of local restaurants that will be open for Thanksgiving 2022

Check out our 2024 Thanksgiving Blog post Here

Beachwalk

Upscale, Call (850) 650-7100 for Reservations. Buffett Style 12-5 pm

Harbor docks:  Annually, Harbor Docks host a Free Thanksgiving Day meal for Charitable donations.  This year’s proceeds will benefit Destin Harvest and Okaloosa Habitat.

Vin’tij Food and Wine:  Located at Grand Blvd.  The food and wine at Vin’tij are sure to delight.  Reservations are recommended.  Call 850-650-9820. Enjoy Charcuterie and wine. Be sure to check out the specials that are sure to be amazing.

Marina Café: 11 am-6 pm Annual Thanksgiving Day Buffet Adults $48 per person Children 12 and under $24.  Why limit yourself to just Turkey and Dressing?  Branch out and enjoy delicious menu items like Blue Crab Ravioli in Mornay sauce or Oysters Rockefeller.

Thanksgiving at Beach Walk Café: On November 26 from noon to 5 p.m., for $75+ per person, Beach Walk Café will offer a delicious holiday spread, complete with traditional favorites and Chef Daniel’s specialties. Reservations are required.

Café Thirty-A: A quick trip to 30-A to enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner in Destin, Florida.  While there, enjoy a stroll around the seaside or rosemary beach.  Enjoy the ambiance.  Café Thirty-A is offering a four-course Thanksgiving dinner from Noon- 4 pm.  Southern Thanksgiving Favorites like Fried Turkey, Bronzed Snapper, Pecan, and Pumpkin Pie.

The Henderson Resort
Hours: 11 am-5 pm
Thanksgiving Day Buffet Style Feast + To Go Options!

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Hi, I’m Laura Clayton — co-owner of Beach Condos in Destin, Realtor with World Impact Real Estate, full-time vacation rental nerd, and full-time mom-on-the-go. When I’m not helping guests find the perfect beachfront condo in Destin or Miramar Beach, I’m usually taking care of my two dogs, Lily (my terrier mix) and Ziggy (my standard Goldendoodle), or sitting at what feels like my 1,000th sporting event cheering on my kids, Reece and Liam. If you’ve ever tried answering emails from the bleachers, you’ll understand my life perfectly. I’ve spent nearly two decades in the vacation rental world, helping thousands of families make memories along the Emerald Coast — from first-time beach trips to traditions that bring guests back year after year. I love creating welcoming, pet-friendly spaces, coming up with slightly ridiculous beachy condo names, and making sure our homes feel comfortable, clean, and genuinely cared for. As a Realtor with World Impact Real Estate, I also help buyers and owners navigate the real estate side of beach living — whether that means purchasing an investment property, selling a condo, or maximizing rental potential while still keeping a place that feels like home. At the end of the day, I’m just someone who loves the beach, loves people, and believes vacations should feel easy, personal, and a little bit special. If you’re planning a stay — or thinking about owning a piece of the beach yourself — I’d love to help. Let’s get your flip-flops in the sand and make it a great one 🌊👣

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