What's New in Destin and 30A for 2026 Bachelorettes
| Quick Summary | |
|---|---|
| Best for | Beach-weekend groups who want to hit the newest spots |
| Budget range | $12 to $40 per person depending on the venue |
| Newest must-try | Sandos Beachside, City Food Hall, Mimmo's on 30A |
Why Destin and 30A Keep Getting Better
The Emerald Coast does not stand still, and 2026 brought a fresh batch of openings worth building a bachelorette weekend around. The new spots lean exactly the way a group wants: walkable, photogenic, and built for sharing plates and rounds.
Here is what landed recently and how to work each one into your trip.
Sandos Beachside, Destin
Built from repurposed shipping containers at 36 Terra Cotta Way, Sandos is a two-story hangout from locals Shaun Cooper and Nic Ascenzo. Downstairs is a café pouring Onyx Coffee Lab and serving sandwiches from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday.
Upstairs, the Nineteen33 Bar runs from noon to 9 p.m. It is a strong daytime-into-sunset move for a group that wants coffee and a recovery sandwich one minute and a cocktail the next.
Order this: a morning coffee and the FUHGEDDABOUDIT sandwich before a beach day.
City Food Hall at Destin Commons
This 14,000-square-foot food hall opened at Destin Commons with nine eateries, a central bar, and two Top Golf Swing Suites under one roof. It solves the classic group problem where everyone wants something different.
Standouts include Birdie's Nourished Kitchen for lighter plates, Nanbu Too for Japanese with a Southern lean, and Tuk Tuk Thai for bold street food. Grab a Swing Suite for an hour as a built-in group activity.
Order this: a spread from three different vendors and a round at the central bar.
The Gulf Club, Destin
An elevated pub that goes well beyond basic bar food, with 27 beers on draft, a full bar, specialty cocktails, and nonstop sports on the screens. It is the easy pick for the night the group wants something casual and loud rather than a sit-down dinner.
Order this: a shareable app round and a flight off the draft list.
Mimmo's, Now on 30A
The well-loved Italian spot Mimmo's opened a second location on 30A, bringing hearty Sicilian pizza, pasta, and meat dishes that travel well to a big table. It is a smart group-dinner anchor if your crew is basing near Seaside or Rosemary.
Order this: a couple of Sicilian pizzas and a pasta for the table to split.
Still Worth Booking on 30A
A few established spots remain trip-worthy. Cuvee 30A at 30Avenue does casual fine dining from chef Tim Creehan near Rosemary Beach and works for the one nicer dinner of the weekend.
On Barrett Square in Rosemary Beach, Gallion's is an upscale restaurant and cocktail lounge with sophisticated small plates, good for a dressed-up cocktail hour before dinner.
How to Use This on Your Weekend
- Base near 30Avenue or Rosemary Beach to keep the newest 30A spots within a short drive or ride.
- Use City Food Hall as your no-argument group lunch, since everyone can pick their own vendor.
- Save Cuvee 30A or Gallion's for the one dressed-up night and book it ahead.
- Check current hours before you go, since several of these are new and still settling their schedules.
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