Fudpucker's Beachside Bar and Grill in Destin, Florida is known for great food, Gator beach, and fun, fun, fun.
Fudpucker's Beachside Bar & Grill
Fudpucker's Restaurant is built for family fun! You can't help but enjoy the bright colors, crazy decorations, and snarky t-shirt designs.
As a guest of the restaurant, you can enjoy a free alligator show at Gator Beach the World's Greatest Alligator Park. Check out the live alligators and even pose for a photo with a gator.
Locals and visitors can enjoy the gator shows, live music, a kid's playground, outdoor games, and so much more.
We had truly amazing customer service during our last visit. The burger my husband ordered didn't taste as good as he hoped it would. Our server noticed and made sure that we were taken care of.
We found out they were testing a new burger vendor and it hopefully will not be the one that they decide to go with.
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Indoor Seating
There is comfortable indoor seating that can easily fit a family. We saw a family with eight people enjoying lunch together.
While it is a pretty large restaurant there may be a wait for larger groups especially during the busy season.
Outdoor Seating
There is an outdoor bar and seating area at Fudpucker's. This is a great space for enjoying the gorgeous Florida panhandle weather (Outside of July and August when humidity is a thing).
Fudpucker's Menu
The Fudpucker's Menu is not your normal menu..It is a newspaper with tos of meal options, stories, and some hilarious Fudpucker humor.
Menu Highlights
World Famous Fud Burger - ½ pound All American eef patty marinated in secret basting sauce, piled high with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and dill pickle chips.
The Fudinator - Eat this burger, fries, and coleslaw in 30 minutes and get a FREE Fudpucker short sleeve t-shirt.
Three Fudburgers layered with American cheese, chili, bacon, sautéed onions and mushrooms, Fresh jalapenos, and fried onion rings with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles
Shrimp A La Fud - Fresh Gulf Shrimp cooked your choice (chargrilled, blackened, or fried).
Father Fud's Famous Blackened Fish - Mahi Mahi blackened to perfection served on a bed of creamy garlic-infushed mashed potatoes, topped with parmesan cream sauce, and bacon jam.
Kids Menu - The Fudpucker's kid's menu features burgers, chicken, seafood, mac and cheese, and moo juices.
Kids meals are sered with hushpuppies and a side.
Gluten-Free - Gluten Free options are available. Ask your server for the current gluten-free menu.
Options include salads, fresh gulf shrimp, blackened shrimp, fresh fish, rib eye ala fud, original fud buger on a gluten free bun, ultimate chicken pucker, and ulitmate fish pucker.
Vegan - Vegan veggie plate with roasted veggies, vegan veggie stir fry
Vegetarian - There is a vegetarian menu available. Just ask the server for a copy. The veggie burger was great.
Other vegetarian options include Fried dill pickles, cheese curds, chips & queso, vegetarian nacho grande, Southwest salad, baked potato, jalapeno and pepper jack veggie burger.
Signature Cocktails AKA Whistle Wetters - Fudpuckerita, Father Fud's Voodoo Magic, Gator Bomb, Fudwacker, Gnarly Gator, Fudpuckin' Mule, The Ultimate Bloodyfudder, and more.
You can get a 32-ounce Souvenir bucket drink that is a great souvenir reminder of the time you got Pucked Up at Fudpuckers.
They also have a bright blue 48oz Big Blue Margarita or The Ultimate Coronarita that is served in the biggest martini glass you have ever seen
Entertainment at Fudpucker's
"Ya Ain't Been Pucked Til Ya Been Fudpucked!"
Gator Beach the World's Greatest Alligator Park is connected to Fudpuckers. So you get a 2 in 1 stop with dinner and live gators.
Live Music is played five nights a week from 6:20 pm to 9:30 pm! You can even show off your karaoke skills on Monday and Wednesday nights.
If you visit during the summer look for the Fudnominals dance team putting on performances througout the day.
Father Fud's Photo Scavenger Hunt is fun for all ages! Use the treasure map to search for fun items and take a photo with each of them.
Earn a spin on the Wheel of Fud! Prizes can be won for completing the scavenger hunt.
There are games set up perfect for the entire family. During the summer you can find a balloon artist, henna tattoos, and more.
Why you will love Fudpucker's
- World famous t-shirts
- Fun Atmosphere
- Perfect beach vacation restaurant
- Great for families of all ages
- Tourists and locals can enjoy delicious food
Things to know when planning a visit to Fudpucker's
Address - 20001 Emerald Coast Pkwy Destin, Florida, 32541
Next to the Fairfield Inn & Suites Destin
The Fort Walton Beach location is closed
Hours - 11 am - 8 pm
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There is a ramp leading up to the restaurant. Within the restaurant there is space to move around.
Plus Size Seating - The chairs do not have arms and were pretty comfortable.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual dress
Pets - Pets are not allowed within the restaurant.
Parking - There is a large parking lot next to the restaurant.
Destin Restaurants and Attractions nearby
Henderson Beach State Park - Just down the road is a gorgeous Florida state park with access to an amazing white sand beach.
The Back Porch - Fantastic beach restaurant with great food just down from the park.
Capriccio Cafe - Fantastic coffee shop with delicious crepes and sandwiches. A must try!
East Pass Coffee Co. - Really cute coffee shop with amazing meals.
The Boardwalk Okaloosa Island - Great restaurants and shopping right next to the beach
Destin Tours and Attractions
Dolphin Cruises - Head out on the water looking for Bottlenose dolphins and other marine wildlife on these great tours. Book tours HERE
Crab Island Tours - World-famous Crab Island is a must visit! Book a tour or private boat HERE.
Pontoon Boat Rentals - Enjoy the day out on the water in a fantastic pontoon boat. Check out Boat Rentals HERE
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - See dolphins, sea lions, penquins, sharks, and more. Grab tickets HERE
Deep Sea Fishing Charters - Enjoy some of the world's best fishing! Book tours HERE
Sunset Cruises - One of our favorite things to do is enjoy a sunset cruise. The sunsets over the water are truly amazing. Book tours HERE
Click HERE to see all of the top-rated tours and activities in Destin.
Destin Lodging and Hotels
If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations.
Fairfield Inn and Suites Destin - We stayed at this great hotel right across from the Henderson Beach State Park. They have an indoor and outdoor pool and easy access to Destin attractions. Book Here
The Henderson Beach Resort - Gorgeous resort with full servcice spa, outdoor pools, white sand beach, and all the amenities you love. Book Here
Hampton Inn & Suites Destin - Close to Henderson Beach Park and Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Book Here
Inn on Destin Harbor - Located near HarborWalk Village with an outdoor pool and free self parking. Book Here
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