Top 6 Gluten-Free Seafood Spots to Enjoy in Destin

Sarah Melvin

Food was very good but the music and service was more of an issue. It is already very busy and very loud, and adding a live band was not a good idea. We had to shout to hear each other, the toddler I was with wouldn’t eat her food until the breaks in between songs due to her covering her ears cause the music was so loud. Server dropped one of our meals and it took another 15 minutes before it came back out. We had a gluten free meal that came out around 15 minutes after everyone else’s food. Wrong sides with some meals as well. But being next to the water and slightly outside has a nice vibe and atmosphere.

M Lapehn

Went twice, two different dinners. Almost everything is GF, they have a disclaimer on CC, knowledgeable and instilled confidence when I asked questions and ordered. First dinner I had popcorn shrimp and fried pickles. Delicious! Went back on our last night for a blackened grouper sandwich on a Udi bun, with kettle cooked Bay chips. May have been my favorite meal. No issues after! We will definitely be back!

M Lapehn

Felt a little rushed to order during our visit and didn’t specify how sensitive I am to cross contamination. Stopped our server to clarify and he reassured me. Ordered an NA strawberry daiquiri and he checked the ingredients and came back to confirm it is GF. I ordered the blackened grouper entree with twice baked potato and mandarin oranges. Separate GF menu. Slightly worried about daiquiri blender CC risk but had No issues after! Will be back.

Gina .Marchese

This is a restaurant that we keep coming back to on every trip- great service and food is delicious! Very much appreciated the gluten free options and even my dad who doesn’t like going out to eat loved his dish. Definitely recommend!

Kim Leatherwood

I have a gluten allergy and was very impressed by the care taken by Pete and Hannah to ensure I had a gluten-free meal. Great service!

Kathy Brink

The entire staff provided exactly what was expected. Our table was ready at the reserved time and our server (Ana) was pleasant and attentive. Once the order was placed the wait was short and done correctly. One in our party required a gluten-free menu and Ana was familiar with that menu and double checked on one item. The evening was very good.

Cyndee Burchfield

I have celiac and our waiter was extremely knowledgeable about what I could have with my dietary restrictions. This is my hubby’s favorite place to go in Destin. The baked oysters are a MUST! My 8 year old even loved them, and he is super picky! We had the mussels as an appetizer and the sauce is exquisite! Thanks for another great experience.

Krista Mullins

Due to having a gluten allergy, I was told I could order any of the sandwiches without a bun. I decided to be safe and go with the burger. On the menu it lists lettuce, tomato, and some other toppings. My burger came out as a slab of meat with melted cheese and nothing else (as seen in the picture). Add to that the fries that come with the meal are not gluten free. I was told I could substitute my side for something else but there would be a charge. They wanted to charge $8 to substitute the fries for mashed potatoes. Most restaurants when they offer a side that doesn’t meet an allergy, are kind enough to substitute it for no charge. Not this place. Add to that the waitress seemed put out with any questions asked. They were not very helpful. So, I had an overpriced extremely greasy burger patty and fries I couldn’t eat (because I wasn’t going to pay $8 for another side). I had to ask for lettuce and tomato that should have come with the burger.

Sam Hilburn

I have a gluten allergy, so eating out is definitely not always a pleasant experience, however the folks here were extremely accommodating with an entire gluten-free menu. I am so glad they had this option available. The food was 10/10 and the service as well 10/10. Highly recommend for anyone, but especially if you are on vacation with a gluten-allergy.

carol bordman

We havebeen in to Tailfins last two friday nights. I’m celiac and have a soy allergy. Both times in we had same waitress she was very knowledgeable about gluten free items as well as the bat staff in letting me know that all their liquors r high quality. We have been back because of their knowledge for gluten free the food and drinks have been amazing. It’s extremely refreshing to eat at a place where u know they care about your food allergies. as I break out with a crumb on anything or by touching it thanks for being a restaurant that cares. We def will be back again before we head back home to ontario canada. Carol b

Thanh Boyer

It's so disappointing. After coming to Dewey Destin for 20+ years, they have changed the batter of their famous fried shrimp. It's what put them on the map. We found out that the owner has changed the recipe to make it gluten-free. The waitress told us that the staff and customers begged the owner to reverse the decision but to no avail. We won't be back.

Lisa Buss

Chris Tanner Sr

Looks to be both a local and tourist favorite. They move a large volume of people through. Food is high quality and presented in a nice manner for the upper end price. Server was very knowledgeable about the menu. Capt Dave's was very accommodating with one of our party's gluten free request. Highly recommend for family, romantic or solo.

Nancy Rice

The online menu is completely misleading and incorrect. I went there for the mahi dinners and my daughter has gluten allergy. When we finally got seated and looked at the menu, there was no mahi available at the restaurant. We always look at the website and menus when we are traveling and are very disappointed with the Crap Trap Destin

Peggy Haynes

The chef went out of his way to make sure this gluten free dairy free person had a wonderful meal. Zoie our waitress was so kind and helpful. Great experience.

Elizabeth Regan

Amazing experience for a large group! Great gluten-free options.