In many vacation areas, Italian restaurants and pizza joints come a dime a dozen. Fat Clemenza’s in Destin, Florida, affectionately called Fat C’s, is definitely one of the treasured exceptions to that rule. It has earned the reputation as one of the best restaurants in Destin, FL. The locals always know the best places to eat, and this is one of them. They were voted “Best Italian Restaurant” in 2008 by Emerald Coast Magazine readers. Fat C’s also received top honors with the highest ratings by Northwest Florida Daily News and The Beachcomber Restaurant Review.

Due to the unassuming location of Fat Clemenza’s, it is often quite a surprise for guests to learn that this restaurant is so fabulous. It’s tucked away in the Holiday Plaza strip mall on Highway 98 close to the Silver Sands Outlet Mall and one mile east of the Bass Pro Shop.

The Pizzas are very popular here and guests who try them are in for a real treat. These authentic Italian pies are compared to the best pizzas of Italy. Fat C’s is said to have the “Best Pizza This Side of Naples.” Those guests who have experienced the truly authentic Italian pizzas in Italy are very impressed. That may have a lot to do with the fact that the chef is from Naples! The staff is extremely nice and the owner often walks through the dining area visiting with the guests.

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The Boathouse Oyster Bar in Destin, FL claims to be the best kept secret in Destin, and most of their customers would have to agree. If you’re looking for an upscale, fancy place to eat, this is NOT the place for you. They are exactly what the name claims. It is a boathouse and bar that serves oysters. This is your classic hole-in-the-wall restaurant that customers love to return to again and again.

Awesome dive, great oysters and seafood, best hang out spot in Destin, great view, and the best crab and seafood gumbo around are just some of the phrases you will hear to describe the Boathouse Oyster Bar.

Wanda “Mamma Gumbo” Green and Paul “Action” Jackson took over this business in1986 as a small detached building behind the boathouse. Since then, they have added the Boathouse and doubled in size. Even now, this location on a dock in the Destin Harbor is still not a very large establishment. The Boathouse has an extremely comfortable and laid back atmosphere. No one here tries to impress, so come as you are and just be yourself. It is a very simple wood structure and you can even see outside through the walls in some places.

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If you plan on visiting Destin, FL then there’s one thing you’re almost guaranteed to do…eat! There are plenty of places to eat in Destin, FL and deciding which restaurant to choose can be a difficult decision. Fortunately for you, we’ve piled through numerous reviews, list, opinions, awards, etc and have compiled a list of the top 10 best places to eat in Destin, Florida. If you’re looking for a great restaurant in Destin then this list will provide you with some excellent options sure to please anyone.

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