Where to Find the Best Burger on the Emerald Coast

Juicy, greasy burgers are the most satisfying craving after spending a day on the beach. The Emerald Coast knows of this phenomenon and therefore has great burger spots splattered across its coastline. Here’s where to find the 5 best burgers on the Emerald Coast. 


The Craft Bar-Destin 
4424 Commons Dr E
Ste 3C
Destin, FL 32541

Enjoy pub food, juicy burgers, and crunchy french fries at this bar. Enjoy some craft beers in addition to your burgers.

The Cowhead 
184 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

This local spot on Miracle Strip Pkwy offers all kinds of unique burger and frie combos. Whether it’s loaded french fries or a chili and beer cheese mix, you are sure to enjoy great meat with delicious toppings.  

The Gulf 
1284 Marler Ave
Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach

Although they are a seafood restaurant, The Gulf is renowned for their great burgers. Their burgers are made from scratch and are a staple of their business.

Props Brewery 
255 Miracle Strip Pkwy
Fort Walton Beach
(850) 586-7117 ext. 1

This brewery, owned by veterans, is widely known for their excellent beer. However, they serve delicious burgers with Angus beef and great toppings that pair perfectly with their craft beer.

Rockin’ Tacos Grill & Tequila Bar 
1450 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

You wouldn’t expect a taco place to serve a mean burger, but Rockin’ Tacos does. Their burger with is served with a Latin twist, including chorizo, pico de gallo, and queso, for a refreshing post-beach meal.  

Of course, in addition to these restaurants, the Emerald Coast offers classic fast food restaurants Tops and Whataburger. Now that you know the best spots, we hope you enjoy chowing down on some greasy gourmet.

Published on Thursday, August 9, 2018