A 

unique, upbeat place where out-of-the box 

thinking and creativity give rise to dishes like 

Pastalaya, Bric à Brac prides itself on funkiness 

and fun that’s one-of-a-kind—despite the fact 

that the identical twins who own the joint might leave you 

doing a double-take.  

Born into a family where running restaurants runs in the 

veins, Rudolfo and Fernando Petit opened the doors of 

Bric à Brac in 2014 with their eyes set on giving the lively 

members of the Destin community exactly what their 

chosen name would imply, should you do a little digging 

into what the French term actually means: a little bit of this 

and a little bit of that. And taking their own experience in 

the hospitality industry to forge out on a path of their own 

making, the Petit twins accomplished just what they had 

hoped, bringing bold and vibrant fl air to the dining scene 

that transitions from family-friendly restaurant by day to 

groove on over the line into a rocking party scene at night.

Known more commonly to locals—and repeat offenders—

as BaB, the menu here is clearly representational of a desire 

not to stay confi ned to the expected, as there are dishes 

referential to a melting pot of cultures and regions of the 

world, from Creole and Mexican to Italian and good old 

Southern comfort food. With a twist, of course—not only 

when it comes to their cuisine, but also with regards to their 

lively contribution to the area’s nightlife. After all, how 

does one achieve uniqueness without going slightly off the 

rails?

Not that their patrons would complain, as BaB is known 

far and wide as the place to come for creative concoction 

that’s a party in a glass—and the atmosphere all around just 

keeps things going well past dark. Or, in the case of their 

nightclub Fridays and Saturdays, until the wee hours of the 

morning—four a.m., to be precise. And with good reason, 

as Jones and Company has been their main attraction each 

Friday since their doors fi rst opened, and a steady rotation 

of live music and some wicked spinning are something that 

could keep the dance fl oor packed for days.

So, too, are their signature drinks, and their chart-toppers 

are certainly worth hitting the bar for. Blending together 

light and coconut rums with blue curacao and a sweet hit of 

pineapple juice, the Crab Island is one of their most popular 

cocktails, topping it all off with a cherry and serving up the 

fun in a Mason jar. For something with a bit more kick, try 

the Wipe Out and get ready for the tidal wave of fl avor that 

comes from its mixture of vodka, gin, rum, melon liqueur, 

pineapple juice, and sweet and sour served with a cheery 

little cherry. Love a good dose of whiskey? The Destin 

Comfort is sure to please, combining Southern Comfort 

with peach schnapps and orange, cranberry, and pineapple 

juices garnished with a colorful array of fresh-cut fruits. But 

whatever your drink of choice, the mix-masters at BaB will 

be able to satisfy, as their bar menu offers their signature 

items as well as a wide selection of beers, wines, and—of 

course—margaritas and mojitos on the rocks.

story by

 

Liesel Schmidt

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