Just stone’s throw away at 101 Matthew Blvd, right across from the Henderson Resort in Destin. Owner Matthew and his fiancée moved from Manhattan after a beach trip sparked a life change. Burnt out from a GM job on the Upper West Side, they opened Royal Redneck. They are serving up global flavors like jambalaya fried balls and kimchi fried rice burritos with bulgogi-marinated royal reds, spicy peanut slaw and Gochujang aioli. Their crab dip and coffee cake are family recipes from his fiancée’s childhood. Do not miss their signature Royal Reds Shrimp—the delicately tender, lobster-like shrimp are offered in various flavorful styles, these shrimp inspired the restaurant’s name. Matthew finally feels happy doing what he loves and he hopes his food brings you as much joy as he and his team puts into every dish. https://www.royal-rednecks.com

Inspired by Hawaii’s magical shave ice, brought to Destin by owners who tasted some of the best shaved ice during their stay in Hawaii. They use authentic Hawaiian flavors, with popular favorites like vanilla ice cream in the center of the shaved ice, topped with a drizzle of sweet condensed milk for that perfect finishing touch. Their goal is to spread smiles and joy with every cup they serve. You can find them at local events and they also offer private bookings for birthdays, weddings, and parties. Once you try Hawaiian-style shave ice, nothing else compares. As they say in Hawaii, “So Ono”—meaning delicious. Sea and Snow Shave Ice promises a refreshing, authentic and sweet experience. 

During COVID, the owners started by delivering tacos from their driveway in South Walton. Originally called “Ta.Co 30A and 98 Delivery,” customers kept asking for Taco 30A, so they rebranded to better reflect their focus. Their street-style tacos, crispy tacos, and especially the Barbacoa brisket tacos quickly became fan favorites. Serving South Walton, 30A, Destin, and Panama City Beach, they take pride in offering fresh, flavorful tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and more. They also provide taco bars, catering, and private event rentals to bring authentic Mexican flavors to any celebration. Their weekly schedule is updated every Monday—so follow them for updates on where they’ll be next. Or better yet, invite them to your next event and enjoy their delicious, handcrafted tacos wherever you are!