Experience Adult Contemporary Dining with breathtaking views of the Destin Harbor through a thirty foot window wall in the bar and waterfront dining room. Our extensive international wine collection compliments an eclectic menu of classic Creole, Mediterranean, Pan Asian and American cuisine in addition to gourmet brick oven pizza and sushi selections. Fresh local seafood and USDA prime steaks. Waterfront cocktail deck with sensational sunsets.
"We love this place. It is on the expensive side, but the location is so worth it. The restaurant over looks the Destin Harbor and the day we visited was the blessing of the fleet. The location aside, the food is outstanding. Our favorite dish is the andouille panko crusted redfish with cayanne butter sauce. For appetizers our favorite is eggplant medallions topped with lump crab meat. The service has always been wonderful. The owner greets each table and ensures the dinning experience was up to the dinners expectation."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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"We make it a point to eat at the Marina Cafe at least twice whenever we are in Destin. It never disappoints. The fish is always fresh and perfectly cooked and the service outstanding. This trip we had a party of 8, made reservations and were seated in the semi private dining room right at the windows. As good as the service has been, I will have to say our server this time was the best I've ever had anywhere. He knew the ins and outs of all dishes and never let our coffee get cold. Several in our party raved over the spicy redfish. Others enjoyed the swordfish and the wonderful grouper with crab. All in all the evening was a success. Entrees are about 35. And 2 for 1 before 6 PM. Some entrees come with veggies, salads are bout 12."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, special occasion
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"My wife and I celebrated our 31st wedding anniversary with dinner at the Marina Café and it did not disappoint. The owner took special time to make sure we had a great table outside with a perfect view, plus the food and service were great. Would certainly return the next time I visit the area."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"The waiter started off weak and ended very strong. The fish of the day was swordfish and it was very good. The host was fantastic. The coconut pie was the best. The 5-6 dinner special buy one dinner get one free was a great deal."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view
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"Beautiful Restaurant, food was particularly excellent! Great selection, attentive waitstaff, just an all around wonderful dining experience we indulge in at least once every time we come to Destin,FL"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"very well trained staff great with helping you make a selection. wine list extensive, entrees plenty to choose from, great specials before 5:30.ambiance wonderful, view breath taking. a must to stop at if in the area!"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"Delicious food. Hostess and waiter were disappointing. Neither were friendly. We had to ask our waiter twice for the sushi menu and never got it. The view is amazing and the setting is romantic. For the amount of money you spend there, the staff should be very attentive and friendly. We asked the hostess to recommend a place nearby for an after dinner drink and she struggled to think of anywhere except AJ's and Baytown Wharf, which we had already been to. It was freezing outside so AJ's was really not appropriate and Baytown was 20 Mins away."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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"Excellent service and a great value. We didn't know this before getting to our 6pm reservation but they offer buy one get one off their specialty menu before 6pm. This was surprising since it seemed high end and it made us a bit nervous but it was excellent. We had a wonderful dining experience and spent the same amount if money as we spent at "the back porch pub" which offered subpar food and watered down cocktails. Definitely go to Marina versus the tourist traps down the road. Our best meal in Destin besides Cuvée Bistro which was excellent but overpriced all in Marina Cafe was the best considering all factors!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"The atmosphere was terrific! I went there with my family, a group of 5. We had a great view of the water while we ate, and able to see boats go along in the harbor. However, I really don't think there is a bad seat in the house. I noticed some outdoor dining tables which also looked nice. Our waiter was excellent and gave excellent recommendations. The red fish entree was amazing. It's a little spicy, but if you like the spice this dish is great. The stress relief martini is also fabulous!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"Nice more upscale place away from the horrible touristy part of the harbor. All tables have a good view and we were fortunate to sit along the window looking out on the boats. One dish was a disappointment, the $33 Redfish with andouille crust on the standard menu was rubbery and tough this night, unlike any Redfish I've ever had. I should have sent it back, but service was spread too thin to risk sitting with no food at all for the rest of the meal. Seemed like other orders at our table were were OK."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2005
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"We dined at the Marina Cafe in Destin, Florida on Thursday March 28th. We read on-line that they offer an "early" special between 5:00-6:00 every night and we were able to get 2 of our 4 dinners for free. It's a fantastic deal if you are willing to go a little early.
Marina Cafe is beautiful inside and out. The view of Destin's harbor is lovely.
The food was outstanding. Everything was very nicely prepared and served.
The maitre d was extremely pleasant, polite and professional. He took great care in selecting a table for our family. Our waiter was Matt. He was very nice to talk with although he could use a little more training from some of the seasoned waiters that work at Marina Cafe.
Overall we enjoyed a very nice meal!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"this is a very good rest. located on the water in Destin, Fl. I would recommend to anybody in the area to go for a meal and good time- special valuse before 6pm -- buy one get one free."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"We have been eating at Marina Cafe for over 20 years. During this time the Marina Cafe has been either the best or second in the Destin area; in our opinion it is currently the best. Having dined in Paris, London, Munich, Rome and other famous cities around the world; the Marina Cafe is indeed world quality. Not inexpensive but well worth the price."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"Marina Cafe is my go-to for special dates and it never fails. Food is outstanding and the staff is excellent. This visit was the Friday after Valentines Day and the place was hopping so we had to wait for our table a little, but we got a table with an excellent view, and then they were trying to get us out of there fairly quickly. We took our time and enjoyed the view of the harbor."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"Took advantage of the bar happy hours, then had a very enjoyable meal. By eating later we avoided the busy time leading to fast and very efficient service. We expected a great meal and were not disappointed. Well done!"
Dined on 02/19/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, scenic view
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"We had an amazing view of the sunset over the Harbor while being served a wonderful meal. In fact, with the wall of windows, every table has a view. Our server Chris was excellent."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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"This restaurant has a beautiful ocean view, excellent food, and and a staff that pays attention to detail. Marina Cafe made the last night of my vacation a special experience!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"We visit Marina often and our most recent visit was on Valentine's Day. We knew we would be in for an over-crowded restaurant, but we went anyway. The service at the bar was very friendly. When we moved to our table we were greated by David, our waiter, and our service was excellent. Considering how slammed David was on this evening, sub-par service was expected but thankfully David did not miss a beat. We had a lovely dinner. Thank you."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Delicious food and a great ambiance. It was packed for Valentine's Day and we were seated about 30 minutes after our reservation time, but we enjoyed the time at the bar."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Hostess did not greet us, she wouldn't even take our name for reservation. Was seated 30 min after our reservation. Made whole experience and at $200+ for two of us - it should have been an experience. Ugh!!!! This is the first time I've ever written a bad review if that puts the experience into perspective"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"We were there with another couple to celebrate my wife's birthday. Our waiter was not very friendly and not very attentive. We all felt our meals were not as good as we have had there in the past. Based on our experience, I would not want to reccomend to others."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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