Destin is blessed with pizza that rivals coastal gems. You’ll find three distinct styles: beachside joints serving foldable New York slices perfect for sandy fingers, upscale kitchens crafting wood-fired Neapolitan pies with Gulf shrimp, and family-run institutions where generations have perfected the pan pizza. We adore them all, but these eight spots deliver Destin’s finest. For great calzones or the area’s top Italian markets, we’ve got you covered.
Landsharks Pizza Company
$ | (850) 424-6743 | WEBSITE
This sports bar is the wings-and-pizza-with-drafts option. Basically, it’s where you should head if you’ve got friends visiting, or need a spot in Niceville to take your most sports-loving crew for dinner (they also have a great speakeasy). Plus, this spot has unbeatable entertainment and cocktails. Go all in on multiple slices of their iconic LandSharks Pizza, which has a chewy crust and abundant toppings that satisfy every craving.
If you’ve got a hankering to snack on something crispy, it’s the delicious cheese curds all the way.
RedBrick Pizza
$ | (850) 424-5990 | WEBSITE
Classic home-style pizza is the draw at RedBrick Pizza in Destin. The brick-walled restaurant is always buzzing with families and friends sharing tables full of cheesy slices and plates of generously topped pies. It’s popular most evenings, but this place operates as smoothly as a well-oiled machine—pizzas arrive piping hot, and staff like Ashley keep your drinks refilled throughout.
And since RedBrick Pizza is family and walk-in friendly, it’s ideal for spontaneous dinners, or when your group of three unexpectedly grows to six.
Vinny McGuire’s
$ | (850) 650-0116 | WEBSITE
Vinny McGuire’s is for an over-the-top feast in a space that makes you feel like you’re sitting in the heart of a bustling Italian piazza. Cozy wooden booths flanked by checkered tablecloths and brick walls split the dining room up into a maze of sections. The pizza coming out of here has a generous flair, too—like the pepperoni and sausage pies piled high with toppings, and fried ravioli appetizers with hypnotic marinara swirls.
We never leave this Destin spot without at least one order of their huge Caesar salad, crisp two-biters tossed to perfection.
Pazzo Italiano Destin
$$ | (850) 974-5484 | WEBSITE
This family-friendly spot has been a Destin favorite for years, and is arguably the best Italian restaurant in the area. They’re still going strong, signature copper pot dishes included. Pazzo Italiano makes consistently great pappardelle with gouda and porcini mushrooms, chicken fettuccine, and tiramisu, so it’s easy to leave satisfied.
Pazzo Italiano has beautiful decor throughout, but the main dining room with its welcoming atmosphere and ample natural light is the best—the spacious layout with tasteful Italian accents makes it perfect for families.
Roberto’s Pizzeria Sports Bar & Grill
$ | (850) 351-1998 | WEBSITE
The glowing sports screens inside Roberto’s Pizzeria Sports Bar & Grill act like a neighborhood magnet, signaling to Baytowne that it’s a pizza destination. The buzz is clearly working—people crowd into this shopping-center spot nightly for their perfectly baked margarita pizza and generously topped buffalo chicken ranch pizza. The open kitchen and bar area stay busy constantly since pies get ordered just as fast.
They’re friendly for dine-in or takeout, so grab a slice and a side of boneless bites, and, likely, enjoy your meal with a frozen drink while catching a game in record time.
Jester Mardi Gras Daiquiris
$$ | (850) 650-3615 | WEBSITE
Jester Mardi Gras Daiquiris feels like a happy accident. It’s perched right on the bustling boardwalk, has a lively counter decked out with Mardi Gras beads and colorful masks, and often plays upbeat jazz on the speakers. The crowd is a blend of sunburned tourists and laid-back regulars, and they’re all packing into this vibrant spot for one reason: the outstanding pizza. The menu nails the classics like pepperoni, sausage, and ham pizzas that deliver satisfaction without fuss.
But the real showstopper, though, are the thin, crisp-crust pies with that light, savory sauce, which are arguably Florida’s finest.
Merlins Pizza
$ | (850) 650-3000 | WEBSITE
Merlins Pizza in Destin is pretty much a local landmark—it’s one of those must-try pizza spots everyone recommends. But tourist trap, this is not. While it’s got that classic family-friendly vibe, we can still rely on them for hot, delicious pizza in a welcoming space. The atmosphere is casual, the service is quick, and the staff are genuinely friendly and helpful.
Make your way to this unassuming spot, and be rewarded with thin-crust combo pizzas that hit all the right notes, garlic Parmesan wings with that perfect crispy texture, and six-cheese breadsticks that are pure comfort food.
Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs
$ | (850) 460-2422 | WEBSITE
Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs commits to the pizza game with full force—customizable crust flavors, anyone? While the setup feels straightforward, it does make this pizza spot incredibly reliable. Pizzas are baked fresh with your choice of toppings. Creamy bacon ranch subs are packed with flavor. And spaghetti plates come steaming hot and generously portioned. Each dish would feel right at home at a casual family dinner.