Restaurants Open for Thanksgiving 2025 in Destin, Florida!
If you’re spending the holidays in town, you may be looking for something to do on Thanksgiving in Destin Florida. Not to worry – We’ve got you covered! Check out our list of those restaurants who are open and serving, as well as some day of activities you and your family might enjoy!
Destin Restaurants
Royal Palm Grille
Hours: 11am to 9pm
Special Thanksgiving Menu + full menu available, no Reservations required.
The Henderson
Join us for an unforgettable Thanksgiving feast, 11am-4pm. Indulge in a bountiful buffet spread filled with traditional favorites and delectable seasonal delights. Give thanks with family and friends in a setting of unparalleled elegance. Book your seat at our Thanksgiving dinner now and savor the flavors of gratitude! ($109 for adults/ $39 for kids/ Under 6 free)
Harbor Docks
FREE Thanksgiving Day Buffet from 11am-5pm | No charge but donations will be accepted!
Brotulas
Thanksgiving seating from 11am-7pm – Food will be served Buffet Style
Adults $49.95 | Kids 11 and under $25.95
Give us a call at (850)460-8900 or visit our website to make your reservation!
Vintij Thanksgiving
Hours: 11am-4pm | Reservations: 850-650-9820
Emerald Grande
Thanksgiving Buffet
Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal at the Emerald Grande with all the trimmings plus dessert! Children’s buffet is available.
Seatings at: 12:00pm | 2:00pm | 4:00pm
Limited seating, reservations are required.
Thanksgiving at Grande Vista Bar & Grill
Celebrate and give thanks with friends and family– and leave the cooking to us! Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village is offering our special Thanksgiving dinner at Grande Vista Bar & Grill. A special three-course Thanksgiving menu featuring starter, entree and dessert courses.
Served from 12:00- 4:00pm. Reservations are highly recommended- 850.424.0621
Mezcal Mexican Grill
Enjoy a To-Go Thanksgiving Meal for just $24.99 — your choice of Turkey or Ham (or get both for only $4.99 more!) 🦃🥩
📞 Call ahead to order: (850) 563-7791
📅 Available November 27th from 11AM–3PM
https://www.mezcalmexicangrill.com/thanksgiving
PB&J Cafe (Niceville)
Thanksgiving day feast! 11am and 2pm seatings, $55 / person, reservations required! See the menu here.
Soundside FWB
Soundside will offer an all-you-can-eat Friendsgiving buffet on Thanksgiving catered by Gone Coastal for $25 (kids under 10 eat free). There will also be live music by Hunter Dawson, fire pits, and s’mores for dessert. Grab your tickets here!
Marina Cafe
Reserve your table in advance for our Annual Thanksgiving Buffet. This is our biggest event of the year starting at 11am and ending at 6pm.
Pricing: Adults $75 per person and Children 13 and under $35 per person. 850-837-7960 for reservations!
Aegean Mary Esther & Aegean Shalimar
Thanksgiving Buffet with the Classics & more! 11am-4pm, dine in buffet. Adults $40 | Kids $20. Walk ins welcome, reservations recommended for parties of 6+.
The Gulf Club Destin
Thanksgiving menu, from 12pm-8pm or while supplies last. $25 per plate or full menu available as well. Accepting Reservations!
Solaris Lunch / Dinner Cruise
Enjoy two seating options on the Solaris Yacht: 11:30am or 6pm
This Thanksgiving Day holiday cruise includes a 2.5-HR cruise aboard a 125′ yacht and a chef-prepared traditional Thanksgiving buffet. Iced tea, coffee, and water are included and there is a full-service bar to purchase additional drinks while onboard. Reservations are required and can be made online at Jackacudas
Open 11am-5pm! Jackacudas is serving up all your traditional favorites with a seafood twist. Enjoy great company and even greater flavors this holiday season. Secure your spot now; seats are filling up fast! ☎️ 850-460-2909
AJs Grayton Beach & AJs on the Bayou
AJ’s is excited to open our doors at two locations this Thanksgiving to offer a **Free Thanksgiving Meal**!
Join us for Thanksgiving at:
– **AJ’s on the Bayou** in Fort Walton Beach from **11 AM to 5 PM**
– **AJ’s Grayton Beach** from **12 PM to 5 PM**
Our dedicated staff will be serving plated dinners featuring time-honored classics including:
Turkey, Ham, Dressing, Mashed Potatoes & Turkey Gravy, Green Bean Casserole, Sweet Potato Casserole, Rolls, an assortment of pies, & Iced Tea
This event is a community outreach to give back to a community that blesses us all year long. Everyone is welcome to dine as part of the AJ’s family!
**Cost:** Free! Donations will be accepted from those who can give. All donations will support the Kids on the Coast Foundation, benefiting local youth this holiday season.
**Live Music:**
– **AJ’s on the Bayou**: Enjoy live music with TJ & Brad from **12 PM to 4 PM**
– **AJ’s Grayton Beach**: Featuring Alston Weeks from **12 PM to 4 PM** followed by family Karaoke at **5 PM**
Outcast Seafood
Skip the Turkey and grab some Seafood! Outcast Seafood is open 11am-9pm serving their regular menu. No reservations required!
Outcast Bar & Grill
Open 11am-1am serving their regular menu. Bring the whole family for dinner and stay for late night fun!
Cafe Destin
Hours: 7am-2pm
Boathouse Oyster Bar
Open at 2pm on Thanksgiving Day for drinking and fun! Come by to escape the family, or bring all the craziness with you.
Surf Hut
“Blessings on the Beach” with seating from 11am – 7pm on a first come-first serve basis. Traditional Thanksgiving Plated Dinner (Adults: $38.99, Children: $16.99) along with a limited regular menu. More info at surfhutdestin.com.
Crab Trap Destin
“Thanksgiving on the Beach” from 11am – 7pm. Traditional Thanksgiving Plated Dinner (Adults: $38.99, Children: $16.99) and a limited Crab Trap menu. Details at crabtrapflorida.com.
Crab Trap Fort Walton Beach
“Thanksgiving on the Island” with seating from 11am – 7pm. Traditional Thanksgiving Plated Dinner (Adults: $36.99, Children: $15.99) and limited regular menu. Visit crabtrapflorida.com for more.
Ovide @ Hotel Effie
Enjoy a specially curated à la carte menu featuring a classic Thanksgiving supper, all the traditional sides along with a selection of signature Ovide entrees. Thanksgiving Supper $49 / adult and $19 / child. Open seating is available between 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made via OpenTable or by calling 850.351.3030.
McGuires Irish Pub
Enjoy Ladies Night at 10pm on Thursday at McGuires in Destin!
Bitterroot
Plans for Thanksgiving? We can provide the sides for your special dinner. Shoot us an email for more info or to place an order bitterrootdestin@gmail.com. 4 sides for $40!
Harry Ts Lighthouse
Serving a Thanksgiving Menu with Turkey, Cornbread Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes & Giblet Gravy, Greenbean Casserole, Dinner Roll and Pumpkin Cheesecake.
Evie Mae’s Barbecue
Thanksgiving Feast from 11am-4pm. Prices vary with options alongside $2 mimosas, $1 beers, wine and canned cocktails.
Sura Korean Steakhouse
Open 2pm-8pm with cocktails & your favorite BBQ!
Remedy at Beal House
Open 1pm-8pm, for a Thanksgiving Day Menu. Reservations suggested: 850-243-9444. $35/adult, $20/kids under 10.
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30A Restaurants
The Perfect Pig
Have Thanksgiving with The Perfect Pig – WaterColor! Enjoy a coastal twist on your holiday favorites with reserved seatings at 12PM & 2:30PM.
$60 per adult | $20 for children 12 & under. 📞 Call 850-533-1522 to reserve your table today!
LaCo 30a
Our buffet features roasted turkey, ham, fried shrimp, seafood bisque, stuffing and dressing, plus all your favorite sides and desserts. Check out the full menu below. We’ll be serving from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.—just let us know what time works best for you.
📍 Make your reservation now by emailing info@laco30a.com or calling 850-231-4021. Walk-ins welcome while space lasts!
🦃 $64.50 per adult | $29.50 per child under 12 | Kids 3 & under eat FREE
Cuvee 30a
Join us for Thanksgiving Day Dinner with Chef Tim Creehan’s signature Louisiana Fried Turkey and all the traditional trimmings. Open 11am-3pm, reservations required, book now: Cuvee30A.com/Thanksgiving
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Did we miss an open restaurant? Please let us know in the comments! Hopefully you’ll find something for you and your family to do on Thanksgiving in Destin Florida!