The Surf Hut

Seafood, oysters, ribs and FUN! Directly on the Gulf of Mexico Surf's Up... Come on Down & Dig In!!! We hope to see you soon... Hang Loose!

Welcome to the Surf Hut... Sit Back, relax and enjoy the view! Located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, we are the area's newest beachside restaurant, specializing in Seafood, Ribs, & Oysters! Sip a Loopy Lifeguard from the bar while the little grommets play in the sand or grab a table in our open air dining room. Watch the waves and enjoy a casual dining experience with a little surfer flare! Boogie on down to the Surf Hut, enjoy the food, the fun and the waves.

07/29/2024

"Unbelievably good. I've been here at least once every time I've visited Destin and everything I've tried has been amazing. Highly recommend this place"

-B. Williams

07/22/2024

"Oh my goodness! We love Surf Hut so much and have to make it our first and last stop every time we come to Miramar Beach! The captains platter is our fav. So much food and everything is delicious!!!"

-Karen D.

07/15/2024

"Excellent. Freshest on the coast. You will not be disappointed!!"

-Claud P.

07/08/2024

"The calamari was the best ever. Gumbo was stupendous. Excellent service."

-Brad M.

05/23/2024

"The Blackened Cobia was amazing. It really didn't need any sauce because the flavor was perfect but the parsley garlic sauce was my choice. The rice and beans was a great side. The service was excellent. This will be a restaurant every trip!"

-Bethany D

05/16/2024

"Total vacation restaurant. The atmosphere is perfect, overlooking the beach. The service was fast, friendly and polite. And the food was amazing!"

-Sarah S.

05/09/2024

"Captain's platter was awesome. Fish, shrimp, oysters, scallops and the best gumbo in the world. Great atmosphere right on beach. Friendly staff and great menu to choose from. Our favorite place to eat in Destin."

-Chuck

03/04/2024

"The atmosphere and vibe is so cool and relaxing. The food is excellent! Good portions and high quality food but not outrageous prices. There is something for everyone on the menu. Location is great and parking was an ease. We will be back for another pic in front of the palms! Thank you!"

-Crystal O.

02/16/2024

"You are missing out on a local favorite if you don't try the Gumbo! It is my go to, along with the fish dip! The gumbo is everything it is supposed to be...delicious!"

-Richard F.

01/19/2024

πŸŒŠπŸ’• Valentine's Day Special at The Surf Hut! πŸ’•πŸŒŠ

Indulge in a romantic seaside dinner with our exclusive Valentine's Day offerings. Choose between our decadent Surf & Turf or the delightful Surf & Surf, starting at $31.99.

Savor the flavors of the ocean with our expertly prepared dishes!

01/12/2024

"The fish tacos are my favorite dish at Surf Hut. Always fresh and the chipotle aioli is such a yummy sauce. I usually order extra. Highly recommended. When I have visitors to town, I always plan a meal at Surf Hut. Great view and great service every time."

- Tracy L.

11/14/2023

🫢 THANK YOU for nominating us for "Best Casual Dining," "Best Outdoor Dining," and "Best Happy Hour" in VIP Destin Magazines' Best In Destin 2024! πŸ™Œ We have made it to the Top 10! πŸ₯³Keep those votes coming! You can vote once per day until December 3rd at www.VIPDestinMagazine.com ! Thank you for all your support!

10/23/2023

Surf Hut is Amazing!!! This is our favorite restaurant on Miramar Beach!! We came on our honeymoon and are back for our anniversary!! Best place on the Beach!!!

-Jen G.

10/16/2023

"This place was so good we ate here twice! The fried shrimp dinner was phenomenal! It also helped that the service we received (both times had the same server) was amazing! Tawni is an exceptional waitress and even Al the manager was very hospitable. Destin is our new vacay spot and Surf Hut is our new go to place!"

-Logan N.

09/29/2023

"This was so good, we came twice during our week vacation just to get this! Comes with three sauces but the Polynesian blows the others out of the water! This was our first visit to Surf Hut but it is definitely now on our list of must-go restaurants every summer!"

-Kat S.

09/07/2023

"We loved our meal at Surf Hut. Everyone in our group of nine, including the kids complemented on the food. Our service was great and after we ate, everyone played co****le that Surf Hut has on the sand. Great atmosphere and great food!"

-Jeff H.

09/01/2023

"The food was fantastic! I am not normally one to like seafood but the fish tacos were amazing! The atmosphere was wonderful and staff was friendly. Definitely will be back."

-Autumn B.

08/24/2023

"Surf Hut is fantastic! Atmosphere is fun and great ocean view! We had the oysters on the half shell, peel & eat shrimp, and the snow crab legs which were all delicious! Staff were extremely friendly and made our visit very enjoyable! I highly recommend Surf Hut!!"

-Andrea M.

08/18/2023

With football season approaching the Surf Hut is the ultimate football destination. Enjoy great food, amazing drinks, and the big game all in one place. 🏈 🍹

08/08/2023

Chicken kabobs: The taste of summer in every bite.

08/01/2023

"I come to Surf Hut every year when I visit from Chicago and this dish is one of my favorites! Myself and my family also like the oysters and shrimp/crab dip as well.
Can't go wrong with any dish, in my opinion."

-Amy

07/28/2023

Snow crab legs: the perfect way to treat yourself.
Try our 1.5lbs of Wild Alaska snow crab boiled in our signature crab boil seasoning, served with mashed potatoes, vegetables, and warm drawn butter.

07/20/2023

Fresh grouper cooked your way!🐟
Choose your style: Grilled -or- Blackened
Choose your sauce: β€’ Citrus Beurre Blanc β€’ Polynesian Chili β€’ Fresh Parsley & Garlic Chimichurri β€’ Mango Salsa

07/14/2023

We're not just a restaurant, we're a family. We'll treat you like one of our own! πŸ’›

07/08/2023

Life is better with a side of The Gulf and delicious plates of food. Get the best of both worlds at The Surf Hut! 🌊

06/30/2023

Smoked tuna dip: our favorite way to enjoy tuna. 🐟 🀀 Dine in at The Surf Hut today and try our fresh tuna smoked over hickory wood on our Big Green Egg.

06/27/2023

"Have ate here several times and everything just keeps getting better in my opinion. Try cobia for the first time prepared the way our waiter recommended and it was awesome. Couldn't have been any better. Surf Hut knocked it out of the park again! Service is always spot on and the view as always is just beautiful. Will always make this a required stop while on vacation. Surf Hut, you rock!"

-Ed W.

06/23/2023

Friends, sun, sand, & sea! 🌊 The Surf Hut has got it all from good eats to family fun for everyone. Dine in with us today! 🀩

06/16/2023

Shrimp and grits, it's the best of both worlds. 🦐 Dine in at the Surf Hut today and get a taste of our local Gulf shrimp, paired with a creamy andouille sauce over buttery parmesan cheese grits.

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551 Scenic Highway 98
Destin, FL
32550

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 10pm

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