CAFE DESTIN – American
A window-lined room on Highway 98 with a large covered patio, Cafe Destin runs breakfast, brunch and lunch only, seven in the morning until two, every day. Breakfast is the draw: a Southern Breakfast with gouda cheese grits, a classic benedict, the Red Eye stacking pulled pork and poached eggs on a buttermilk biscuit under Tennessee gravy, smoked salmon benedict, made-to-order omelets, a strawberry Nutella Belgian waffle, bananas foster. Lunch turns to the Beach Burger, the bacon-jam Bip and Bop, a Club Destin on sourdough, the Very Berry salad. Keto and low-carb options included. Private events after hours, by request.
985 Highway 98 E, Destin, FL 847-274-8656 https://cafedestin.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at CAFE DESTIN
Dairy-Free at CAFE DESTIN
CAFE DESTIN in Destin has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Sausage (2) and Canadian Bacon (4). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at CAFE DESTIN
CAFE DESTIN in Destin has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sausage (2), Canadian Bacon (4) and Avocado. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at CAFE DESTIN
CAFE DESTIN in Destin has 26 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado Toast, Home Fries and Veggie Omelet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at CAFE DESTIN
CAFE DESTIN in Destin has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Classic Benedict. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at CAFE DESTIN
CAFE DESTIN in Destin has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fruit Cup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at CAFE DESTIN
CAFE DESTIN in Destin has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Biscuit and Avocado. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at CAFE DESTIN
CAFE DESTIN in Destin has 23 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Avocado Toast, Home Fries and Veggie Omelet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at CAFE DESTIN
CAFE DESTIN in Destin has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Single Pancake, Avocado and Fruit Cup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at CAFE DESTIN
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Very Berry Salad | 124.8 g | 41.7 g |
| Classic Caesar | 61.1 g | 36.1 g |
| Classic Reuben | 75.2 g | 34.5 g |
| Classic Benedict | 5.3 g | 33.9 g |
| Beach Burger | 95.6 g | 32.3 g |
| Bistro Fries | 31.6 g | 30.1 g |
| Strawberry Nutella Waffle | 38.5 g | 29.2 g |
| Mushroom Swiss Burger | 6.4 g | 27.9 g |
| Salmon Toast | 41.8 g | 26.7 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
| Avocado Toast | 32 g | 23 g |
| The Red Eye | 49.7 g | 19.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Hours
- View Our Menu Now Open!from 7: 00a.m. to 2:0
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Menu
Cafe Destin Classics
- Southern Breakfast - $12.45: 2 Eggs Your Way, Canadian Bacon, Bacon or Sausage, Gouda Cheese Grits and White Toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits and Gravy with 2 Eggs Your Way - $13.99: Buttermilk biscuits, gravy, 2 eggs prepared to order Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Classic Benedict - $13.45: Canadian Bacon, Two Poached eggs, English Muffin, Hollandaise Sauce, Side of Home Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Red Eye - $14.99: Pulled Pork, Buttermilk Biscuit, Two Poached eggs, Topped with Red Eye Tennessee Gravy Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smoked Salmon Benedict - $15.99: Smoked Salmon, Two Poached Eggs, Cream Cheese, English Muffin, Choron Sauce, Side of Home Fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Omelets
- Veggie Omelet - $13.45: Mushroom, Bell Peppers, Onions, Spinach & Shredded Cheddar, Romesco Sauce, Side of Home Fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ham & Cheese Omelet - $13.45: Hickory Smoked Ham, Shredded Cheddar, Romesco Sauce, Side of Home Fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Omlecado - $13.99: Hass Avocado, Mushrooms, Spinach, Feta Cheese, Sesame Seeds, Fresh Mixed Greens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Build Your Own Omelet - $9.75: Choice of Cheese: Cheddar, Smoked Gouda, Cheddar Jack, Feta, or Pepper Jack Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Waffles, Pancakes and French Toast
- Original Belgian Waffle - $11.95: One Belgian Waffle, Fresh Fruits, Powder Sugar and Whipped Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Strawberry Nutella Waffle - $12.45: One Belgian Waffle, Fresh Strawberries, Nutella, Powder Sugar and Whipped Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Strawberry or Blueberry Belgian Waffle - $11.45: One Belgian Waffle, Fresh Fruits, Powder Sugar, Whipped Cream, Fresh Compote Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Triple Stack - $13.85: Three Buttermilk Pancakes, Whipped Cream, Powdered Sugar and Fresh Fruits Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Strawberry or Blueberry Pancakes - $13.45: Three Buttermilk Pancakes, Fruit Compote, Whipped Cream, Powdered Sugar and Fresh Fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Traditional French Toast - $13.25: Three Slices of thick deli French Toast, Powdered Sugar and Whipped Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bananas Foster - $14.95: Choice of Belgian Waffle, Triple Stack of Pancakes, or French Toast, Warm Bananas Foster Sauce, Whipped Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Fancy Toast, Biscuits & Croissants
- Avocado Toast - $12.45: Creamy Avocado spread, Multigrain Toast, Cherry Tomatoes, Microgreens and Sesame Seeds. Served with Fresh Fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Salmon Toast - $13.99: Smoked Salmon, Tzatziki Sauce, Multigrain Toast, Pickled Onions, Capers, Microgreens, and Lemon Zest, Side Fresh Fruit Dietary tags: Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Buttermilk Biscuit or Croissant Sandwich - $8.75: Ham, Bacon or Sausage, Cheddar Cheese and Fried Egg. Side of Fresh Fruit Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beach Burgers
- Beach Burger - $14.95: 8oz Angus Brisket Blend, Applewood Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Grilled Onions, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Garlic Aioli on Brioche Bun, Side of Bistro Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bip & Bop Burger - $16.95: 8oz Angus Brisket Blend, Bacon Jam, Fried Egg, Crisp Onions, Smoked Gouda, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Gojuchang Aioli on a Brioche Bun, Side of Bistro Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Swiss Burger - $15.95: 8oz Angus Brisket Blend, Swiss Cheese, Grilled Mushrooms and Onions, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Garlic Aioli on Ciabatta Bun, Side of Bistro Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Club Destin - $15.95: Toasted Sourdough, Turkey, Hickory Smoked Ham, Applewood Bacon, Gouda Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato and Garlic Aioli, Side of Bistro Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Reuben - $14.95: Corned Beef on Rye Bread, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Topped with Thousand Island Dressing, Side of Bistro Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Sandwich - $13.65: Pulled Pork, Crisp Onions, Barbecue Sauce on a Brioche Bun, Side of Bistro Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT - $12.65: Multigrain Toast, Applewood Bacon, Tomatoes, Pickles, Mayo on Ciabatta Bun, Side of Bistro Fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Chicken Sandwich - $12.95: Crispy Fried Chicken, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Pickles, Mayo on Ciabatta Bun, Side of Bistro Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Classic Caesar - $10.99: Chopped Romaine, Croutons, Aged Parmesan, Cracked Black pepper, Caesar Dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Green Salad - $9.95: Mixed Greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Carrots, Balsamic Vinaigrette or Ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Very Berry Salad - $13.45: Mixed Greens, Strawberries, Blueberries, Sliced Almonds, Caramelized Pecans, Feta Cheese, Raspberry-Walnut Dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $13.45: Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Tomatoes, Feta Cheese, Kalamata Olives and Greek Dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides 'n Stuff
- Applewood Smoked Bacon (3) - $3.95 Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Sausage (2) - $3.49 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Canadian Bacon (4) - $3.49 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Single Pancake - $3.45 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs Your Way A La Carte - $1.99: Single egg prepared to order Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuit - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Fruit Cup - $3.95 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Home Fries - $4.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Bistro Fries - $4.25 Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Fries - $4.45 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Banana Foster Sauce - $3.85 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Gouda Grits - $4.15 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Slice of Toast - $1.15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Beverages
- Cortado: Espresso with a small amount of warm milk
- Espresso: Single or double shot
- Cappuccino
- Cafe Latte
- Americano
- Mocha
- White Chocolate Mocha
- Caramel Macchiato
- Cold Brew
- Hot Tea: Black, Green, or Herbal
- Matcha Latte: Hot or Iced
- Chai Latte: Hot or Iced
- Smoothie: Strawberry Banana, Mango, Peach, Pina Colada, or Very Berry
- Red Bull Blaster: 24oz drink made with Red Bull and flavor of your choice Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about CAFE DESTIN
- Is CAFE DESTIN dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. CAFE DESTIN has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Home Fries, Sausage (2) and Canadian Bacon (4).
- What can I eat at CAFE DESTIN on a dairy-free diet?
- Home Fries, Sausage (2) and Canadian Bacon (4) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does CAFE DESTIN have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Home Fries and Biscuit.
- Is CAFE DESTIN gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at CAFE DESTIN?
- Very Berry Salad, at roughly 41.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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