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Rockin Tacos boasts a high-energy, family-friendly atmosphere with fresh and authentic 

Mexican cuisine, directly overlooking the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico. Locals and visitors favor 
the fl avors and the fun festivities of this Okaloosa Island hot spot. Rock your senses with 
table-side guacamole, fresh fi sh tacos, or sizzling fajitas complete with authentic homemade 
tortillas. For those who love a good tequila, look no further. Rockin Tacos offers 75 different 
varieties of tequilas as well as tasting fl ights and a list of quenching margaritas like the house 
Rockin Rita or sweet-n-spicy Jalapeno Margarita. When day turns to night, Rockin Tacos 
continues to rock with a late-night happy hour and a live DJ. 

Inside the fast-paced kitchen you’ll fi nd Chef Sixto Martinez. Born in Guatemala, Sixto 

brings his roots to the menu with homemade spice blends and vibrant fl avorful dishes. You 
can fi nd this local celebrity also featured on Travel Channel’s Food Paradise with the Cajun-
favorite fried gator tacos. Sixto has been on team Rockin Tacos since their launch in 2015 and 
takes pride in each authentic dish leaving his kitchen. Always rockin a killer smile, don’t be a 
stranger to Sixto next time you’re in Rockin Tacos and say Hola!

Since opening in 2014, Surf Hut is the picture-perfect spot for 

beachfront dining, Southern hospitality, and gorgeous Gulf views. 
Offering everything from fi sh to seafood such as oysters, shrimp, 
and crab, Surf Hut has everything you’d anticipate for a beachfront 
hangout, and more. They mix it up by bringing the tide inland, adding 
turf in along with the surf with dishes like house-smoked pulled pork 
barbecue tacos and sauce-slathered barbecue ribs. 

It’s no doubt that the Surf Hut has become a tradition for visitors, 

and a favorite for locals. Whether you want to go whole hog or cast 
your line fully in the water, the menu at Surf Hut has the perfect blend 
of both worlds. You’ll feel right at home as soon as you step in the 
open-doors and easily become a part of the Surf Hut squad.  

The success of a restaurant always starts in the kitchen and at 

Surf Hut, they double down on their efforts. Chefs Kyle Strong 
and Christian Griffi n co-manage the kitchen with over 50-years of 
combined restaurant knowledge. Their complementary leadership 
skills are the heart of Surf Hut and refl ect in each dish and every 
experience. Both agree that excellent fl avor and superior quality bring 
each Surf Hut entree to life. 

1450 Miracle Strip Parkway, Okaloosa Island

 (850) 226-8226

www.RockinTacos.com

551 Scenic Gulf Drive, Miramar Beach

(850) 460-7750

www.surfhutdestin.com

Year after year, The Crab Trap has been a popular destination for 

friends and families alike. With Gulf-front dining, unforgettable 
sunset views, and a beach playground for the kids, it’s no wonder 
why it’s a staple in the lives of both visitors and locals. The Crab Trap 
features seafood favorites such as wild and sustainable Alaska king 
crab legs, award-winning gumbo, and Southern-style jumbo lump 
crab cakes.

The beachfront bar welcomes sandy toes and salty hair, while 

indoor dining shows off unprecedented views of our favorite Gulf of 
Mexico. Classic rum cocktails and freshly smoked tuna dip set the 
tone of the beach life and give you all the vacation vibes. 

Behind every great restaurant, is a great kitchen manager. Chef 

Frank Lozano is a prime example.  Loyal to the company for 14 years, 
his grit and appetite for The Crab Trap helps feed over half a million 
seafood-hungry visitors annually. Frank is dedicated to the local 
Gulf seafood market and faithful to serving the freshest ingredients. 
There’s no doubt that he’s quick, effi cient, and committed to each 
guest at this fast-paced popular eatery and it refl ects in every delicious 
dish that leaves his kitchen.

3500 Scenic Hwy 98, Destin

(850) 654-2722

www.CrabTrapDestin.com

SURF HUT

THE CRAB TRAP

ROCKIN TACOS

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