Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill  in Destin has been locally owned and operated since inception in 1982. Fudpucker’s restaurant stands out from other Destin area restaurants by being dedicated to our owners’ three favorite “F” words: Food, Fun and Family.

And, you can be assured that there’s plenty of each when you visit Fudpucker’s restaurant in Destin. Fudpucker’s is not just a restaurant, it’s not just a bar, and it’s certainly not just a “tourist” place – it’s a one-of-a-kind experience, and one that can be enjoyed by kids and families of all ages.

Fudpucker’s original restaurant in Destin is renowned for Great Food, Drinks, Live Alligators and World Famous T-shirts. Located in the heart of Destin directly on Highway 98, Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill’s Destin restaurant is the only place in Destin where you can see, feed, and even get your picture taken with a live alligator, shop for souvenirs & “World Famous” t-shirts, write your names on the walls, play arcade games, AND enjoy quality casual food in an upbeat and family friendly atmosphere.

Fudpucker’s is the best restaurant in Destin, Florida for families with children, and was voted “Best Family-Friendly Restaurant” by locals in 2014. Parents love bringing their kids to Fudpucker’s restaurant because there are plenty of kid-friendly things to do so that mom and dad can relax. Fudpucker’s restaurant features live alligators, family entertainment, Teen Nights, special kids’ menus with puzzles and games, sprawling buildings that are just fun to explore, a playground and lots of space where kids of all ages can actually write their names on the walls.

So, stop by Fudpucker’s Destin restaurant for a relaxing meal, a cold drink and a friendly smile any time you’re in Destin. And, most of all, remember our world famous slogan , “Ya Ain’t Been Pucked, Till Ya Been Fudpucked”!