Graffiti Restaurant - Steak Seafood Pizza and Paintings

This is the place with Elvis and the paintings. Elvis is at the door holding a welcome sign. The paintings are everywhere else. Graffiti is one of Destin’s older dining establishments. If the walls could talk — from the look of some of the artwork, they probably can — they’d wonder at all the changes that have taken place around the old-fashioned little building. Graffiti adjoins the Funky Blues Shack, and one can move freely between the two places. There are three dining rooms, one of which contains the bar. Diners can choose between booths and tables. We chose tables, which got us a room to ourselves. Booths seemed to be the seating of choice on the mid-week night we ate there.

Our server was Ashley, a friendly young woman who brought us water and menus, and told us of the day’s specials. I used to eat at Graffiti frequently when I lived in the Destin area. The menu has retained many of the same dishes, obviously proven favorites, and an extensive pizza list.

One cannot ignore the walls, even while studying the menu. Graffiti is known for its collection of paintings and freestanding artwork, displayed on every available inch of restaurant space. All are for sale, and the pieces bear the names of both celebrated and up-and-coming local artists. The colors range from muted to near blinding. There are also crayons on the tables for drawing on the paper placemats. ... read more!