Beaches of South Walton Area Nightlife

Most South Walton communities lean towards the sedate after dark, but Grayton Beach's hip clubs are getting national attention for spicing things up with great live music, disco-style dance floors, and trendy cocktails. For die-hard fun seekers, Destin's popular Hogs Breath Saloon and Club Bimini are worth the trip. A revolving schedule of festivals, art shows, and outdoor concerts liven up nights in Seaside, Rosemary Beach, and Miramar.

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Club Bimini / AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar
116 Highway 98 E
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 857-1913
AJ's is a Tiki-themed local seafood favorite with a great view of Destin Harbor.
Upstairs at Club Bimini, revelers shake the thatched roof to live reggae bands. Go for the tunes and the cocktails, and stay for the view: the bar is regularly voted "Best Outdoor Bar" and "Best Place to Watch the Sunset" by local papers.

Capt. Anderson's Marina
5550 North Lagoon Drive
Panama City Beach, FL 32408
(Located on Grand Lagoon at Thomas Drive)
(850) 246-5940 or 1-800-360-0510
Enjoy an evening dinner cruise on the elegant Lady Anderson dining yacht, trips to Shell Island, dolphin encounters, deep-sea and charter fishing boats, gift shop, Anderson Seafood Market or Mel's Dockside Restaurant.

Funky’s
707 Harbor Blvd (next to McDonalds)
Destin,FL  (850) 654-3839
The Funky’s stage hosts some incredible regional talent as well as some of the area’s brightest up and coming performers. From bluegrass to experimental funk, you wont find a more relaxed, eclectic local spot for entertainment.

Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill
20001 Emerald Coast Pkwy
Destin, Fl (850) 654-4200
Stop by Fudpucker’s  and discover why they are “the place” for great food, friendly service, live music, world-famous T-shirts, and of course…FUN!

Hog's Breath Saloon
541 Highway 98 E
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 837-5991
The first in this famous chain of rowdy pubs got its humble start in nearby Fort Walton Beach. Today, the club is arguably Destin's hippest live music scene, booking up-and coming roots, rock and Americana acts seven nights a week.

McGuire's Irish Pub   
Next to the Destin Bridge
Destin, FL (850) 650-0000
Situated on Destin Harbor, you can enjoy the beautiful sunsets from the deck, while enjoying the best live Irish entertainment.. 

Picolo's Restaurant & The Red Bar
70 Holtz Avenue
Grayton Beach, FL 32401
(850) 231-1008
Housed in an old general store, Grayton Beach's most popular restaurant and night spot offers a funky decor and an even funkier house band with serious credentials: drummer John "Jabo" Stark has backed James Brown. Keep an eye out on for big name celebrity drop-ins, and be sure to sample the small but tasty menu of generously portioned salads, sandwiches, and seafood.

Rum Runners Dueling Piano Bar
Located at Baytowne Wharf
Sandestin, FL (850) 351-1817
The finest dining, the best live entertainment and a sports bar...all under one roof! Take a Rum Runners vacation! Rum Runners new stand alone location is the featured hot spot at the Village and the party never stops – where the World Famous Rum Runners Dueling Piano Players perform every night.

SunQuest Cruises Solaris
Baytowne Marina
9300 Emerald Coast Parkway West
Destin, FL 32550
(850) 650-2519
Dine, dance and enjoy the cruise aboard the area's premiere dining and entertainment yacht. The perfect choice for intimate gatherings, celebrations, weddings and corporate events. Live entertainment and breathtaking sunsets! Baytowne Marina, Sandestin Golf and Beach.

The Boathouse and Oyster Bar 
288-B Harbor Blvd. East
Destin, FL  850) 837-3645
A great tradition at The Boathouse is the excellent musical talent! Many talented local musicians play at The Boathouse with a variety of music. They also love to take requests from the audience and watch out - if you can sing, they'll drag you onstage and you just might find that you're the next Boathouse Idol!