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Dog Friendly Waterfront Restaurants Near VPS Airport

There are 17 pet friendly waterfront restaurants near VPS Airport that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. Need help to decide where to eat? Here’s a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in VPS Airport. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Harry T's Lighthouse
Harry T's Lighthouse Harry T's Lighthouse is a dog-friendly restaurant in Destin, FL, that serves a variety of seafood favorites. Fido is welcome at outdoor tables with excellent views of the water. Enjoy local seafood, gourmet hamburgers, craft brews, whiskies and bourbons. See Details
Pet Friendly The Gulf on Okaloosa Island
The Gulf on Okaloosa Island The Gulf on Okaloosa Island is a casual, yet chic seaside gathering place in Fort Walton Beach, FL, offering locally-inspired food and beverages on a dog-friendly waterfront patio with umbrella-shaded seating. Their seafood-focused menu specializes in seasonal, local ingredients from Gulf fisherman and regional farmers. See Details
Boathouse Oyster Bar & Grill Boathouse Oyster Bar & Grill is a dog-friendly restaurant located on the harbor in Destin, FL. Fido is welcome to join you at an outside table as you dine on fresh seafood dishes. Boathouse Oyster Bar & Grill has been voted Destin's best oysters and gumbo numerous times. The restaurant has some casual coastal décor, complete with dollar bills and hats. See Details
G.I. Jade Tiki Bar & Bistro G.I. Jade Tiki Bar and Bistro in Fort Walton Beach, FL, is a casual, laid-back restaurant serving American food and seafood in a pet-friendly tiki bar with a beachy vibe and great waterfront views. The enclosed outdoor seating offers heaters to ensure guests are comfortable in the cooler months. See Details
Margaritaville Destin Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville at Harborwalk offers a fun, dog-friendly atmosphere with island-inspired food, house-made margaritas and live music in Destin, FL. Guests can relax on two levels of outdoor seating overlooking the Gulf, including the Porch of Indecision. With a full bar, signature bites like Cheeseburgers in Paradise, and a lively, tropical vibe, it’s perfect for both daytime dining and late-night fun. See Details
Soundside Waterfront Bar Owners and their pups are welcome to unwind together on the pet-friendly patio at Soundside Waterfront Bar in Fort Walton Beach, FL. This waterfront eatery features a full bar with beer and cocktails, plus visiting food trucks. See Details
AJ's on the Bayou AJ's on the Bayou is a pet-friendly restaurant in Fort Walton Beach, FL, offering a relaxed and inviting atmosphere where you and your pup can enjoy a meal. Located on a picturesque waterfront, your pooch can join you on their spacious outdoor deck while you savor fresh seafood for lunch and dinner. Brunch is available on Sundays. See Details
Rhumcay Island Grill Rhumcay Island Grill is a casual grille inside of a Destin beach resort. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome at outdoor tables. Start off with a craft cocktail and an order of the Fried Lobster Bites served with signature Louie Limey dipping sauces. Next, chow down on the Tequila Lime Fish Tacos with island-seasoned fresh catch, Napa cabbage, Bermuda onion, mango salsa, and Louie Limey fresco. Or go for the Island Fajitas with your choice of steak, shrimp, fried lobster, Mahi, chicken, or snapper. See Details
Dockside Oyster Bar & Cafe Weary travelers in need of some down home Cajun cookin' will be happy they discovered Ernie's Dockside Oyster Bar, a festive waterfront eatery offering scrumptious cuisine and dog-friendly outdoor seating. Strap on those feedbags and feast on a mouthwatering menu that includes boudin balls, catfish strips, BBQ shrimp, fresh and baked oysters, smoked tuna rolls, crab cake sandwiches, muffaletta, po'boys, crawfish platters, top sirloin steak, steamed snow crab, grilled redfish, and bread pudding a la mode for dessert. Dogs are welcome at deck tables overlooking the scenic Boggy Bayou. Ernie's Dockside Oyster Bar & Cafe is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11am to 10pm and is closed Mondays. See Details
L J Schooners Dockside Restaurant L J Schooners Dockside Restaurant is an old-Florida-style restaurant offering both seafood and American traditional options, plus regular live music and events. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. See Details
Doc's Oyster Bar Well-behaved dogs can join their owners at Doc's Oyster Bar in Valparaiso, FL. This pet-friendly seafood restaurant welcomes pets on its large patio that overlooks the water with a dozen tables. Menu items include oysters, peel & eat shrimp, po'boys, salads, burgers, and more. See Details
Wharf 850 Wharf 850 is a pet-friendly restaurant in Niceville, FL. Your pup can tag along at an outdoor table overlooking the water, where he'll be brought a water bowl. Food options include appetizers, salads, pastas, fresh seafood and more. Sunday brunch is also on site. See Details
5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar Miramar Beach 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar is a pet-friendly destination with fantastic views in Miramar Beach, FL. Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table while you enjoy a variety of fresh seafood, sandwiches, burgers and more. They also serve margaritas, beer, wine, specialty cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages. See Details

Surf Hut

Destin, FL Wayfinder 22.8 km
Surf Hut Surf Hut is a pet-friendly establishment located directly on the Gulf of Mexico in Destin, FL. Your four-legged friend can join you at an outdoor table on their covered patio with an incredible view. They specialize in seafood, oysters and even offer ribs for you to enjoy. See Details
Fubar Pizza Bar Dine beside your four-legged companion at the dog-friendly Fubar Pizza Bar in Fort Walton Beach, FL. The outdoor seating on the waterfront deck makes this a great spot to unwind with Fido during lunch, dinner or weekend brunch. The menus offer a variety of options, from waffles and pizza to wings and handhelds. See Details
Rum Runners Dine beside your four-legged companion at the dog-friendly Rum Runners in Sandestin, FL. The many outdoor tables make this a great spot to unwind during dinner, weekend lunch, or even just for late-night drinks. Menu items include classic American appetizers, salads, baskets, sandwiches and entrees. See Details
Sunset Bay Cafe For a fun waterfront dining experience, have a meal at the Sunset Bay Cafe, which overlooks the Choctawhatchee Bay. You and your dog can sit at one of the twelve pet-friendly outdoor tables by the pool and tiki bar and enjoy breakfast and lunch. The Sunset Bay Cafe believes in using locally sourced ingredients to create the freshest meals possible, and they pride themselves on their breakfast classics with a twist, like the Hillbilly Benedict- poached eggs, smoked gouda fried grit cakes, fried chicken, and hollandaise. Sunset Bay Cafe is open from 7am-2pm every day, and they ask that people with dogs enter through the pool gate instead of the main entrance. See Details

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