Beach Walk Henderson Park

A Gem on the Emerald Coast – FIVE STARS

Dined on 07/08/2011 

This was one of the best meals we have ever had! Our server was fabulous and she was enjoyable. Just when we thought our evening couldn’t get any better while sitting at our table for two with a gulf view 8 dolphins began to frolic. This just was the icing on the cake. Will definitely make this an annual tradition.

By far, the finest restaurant - FIVE STARS

Local restaurants named ‘Florida’s 500 Best’

In April, Henderson Park Inn’s Beach Walk Restaurant reopened under the direction of chefs Greg Dupas and Charles Lee. Both were formerly with Marina Café and Beach Walk Café.

After taking our drink order, our server, Bernadette, brought us a basket of rustic Tuscan bread and prepared a dipping sauce of Parmesan cheese, fresh garlic and spices. We have been to quite a few restaurants that do this, but no one’s dipping sauce has compared to Beach Walk’s. We finished the first basket of bread, and Bernadette was happy to bring us more.

The Food: We chose the special appetizer of the evening, stacked portabella mushrooms, to begin our meal. A mixture of sautéed spinach and goat cheese was placed between two grilled portabella mushrooms. Other choices included a tomato and shrimp soup, crab meat spring rolls, tempura lobster tail, Kung Pao shrimp, eggplant medallions with crabmeat, crab cakes and grouper cheeks.

Beach Walk offers a classic Caesar salad, a house salad, romaine wedge and a caprese. Our choices were the House and the caprese. If you have ever ordered a house salad and been disappointed with iceberg lettuce and a wedge of tomato, this definitely won’t be the case at Beach Walk. Their house salad includes Boston bibb lettuce, Kumato tomatoes, Vidalia onions, carrots, cucumber, purple cabbage and, feta cheese and is served with a cilantro and sundried tomato vinaigrette. The generous caprese salad, with house-made mozzarella, is also a wonderful option.

Beach Walk Café offers 10 entrees including fish, shrimp, chicken, venison and beef. There are also several specials each evening. The evening of our visit, we chose one of the specials, the grilled duck breast, and a menu item, the filet and lobster tail.

The perfectly grilled, soy glazed duck breast was served sliced on a bed of basmati rice with wild mushrooms and broccolini. The chargrilled 8-ounce center cut filet was paired with a broiled 7-ounce lobster tail. The filet was perfectly cooked and melt-in-your mouth tender. Fingerling potatoes and broccolini completed the plate.
Although entrees are complete meals, side dishes are also offered at Beach Walk. They include grilled or steamed asparagus, marinated bok choy, garlic spinach and mashed potatoes. Jumbo crabmeat is offered as an add-on.

Make sure you leave room for dessert. The night of our visit, a bread pudding had been added to the menu. Since we were the first guests to order it, Chef Lee himself brought the dessert to our table. A delicious warm apple cinnamon bread pudding was served over a thick berry puree with two scoops of vanilla ice cream.
The Atmosphere: The color scheme and furnishings at Beach Walk are understated. With one of the most beautiful beaches in the world just outside your windows, you don’t need a lot of decoration. The colors of the sunset wash over the room and create a soothing ambiance. If you prefer, there are tables on the veranda with even more amazing views. Lingering over your meal at Beach Walk is more the rule than the exception.

The Service: Our server was knowledgeable about the food and enjoyed talking about its preparation when asked. Attention to detail and the fact that everyone goes out of their way to make your dining experience special makes for excellent service. For example, when the bill was presented to the gentleman, each lady was given a long-stemmed red rose.

A final taste: If you are looking for a dining experience with wonderful food in a beautiful setting with excellent service, visit Henderson Park Inn’s Beach Walk Café.

Local restaurants named ‘Florida’s 500 Best ‘

Northwest Florida Daily News
Many Northwest Florida restaurants have been recognized as being among the best in the state by Florida Trend. The state-wide business magazine recently released its list for the top 500 places to dine in the state.
Fifteen local restaurants from Walton and Okaloosa counties made the list this year. Included in Florida Trend’s Top 500 places to dine list were:
(Vin’tij), Beach Walk, Bonefish Grill, Cuvee Beach Cellar and Wine Bar Restaurant, Harbor Docks, Marina Cafe, McGuire’s Irish Pub of Destin, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Seagar’s Prime Steaks and Seafood, Zampieri’s Fish House and Bar, Caffe Italia, Destin Chops 30A, Cafe Thirty-A, Fish out of Water and Bud & Alley’s. Several other restaurants from Panama City and Pensacola also made the list this year.

Southern Living Readers’ Choice Award for Best Beach Destination: DESTIN

Southern Living readers from Texas to Delaware chose Best Beach Destination winners:
Best Beach Destination
1. Destin, Florida
2. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
3. Gulf Shores/Orange Beach (pictured), Alabama
4. Panama City Beach, Florida
5. Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
6. Pensacola, Florida
7. Sanibel Island, Florida
8. Outer Banks, North Carolina
9. Virginia Beach, Virginia
10. Isle of Palms, South Carolina
Posted by Innkeeper at 5/12/2010 Labels: best beach destination, destin florida, southern living

Life’s A Beach

Sea Ray Living advertorial
“Close your eyes. Take a moment to picture your idea of ultimate relaxation. Does an intimate room with luxury amenities come to mind? How about a charming terrace overlooking the white sand beaches of the Emerald Coast or sipping on a glass of wine while you cruise the beach at sunset? That’s the kind of bliss you’ll enjoy with a stay at the Henderson Park Inn.”
Posted by Innkeeper at 1/01/2010 Labels: beach relaxation intimate room luxury beaches emerald coast

Charming Inn Offers All-Inclusive Exclusivity for Grown-ups

Destin Magazine
“The staff at the inn prides itself on their proactive approach to personal customer service, striving to give guests the “wow factor” by anticipating the needs of every guest. This 35-room, adults only boutique hotel offers all-inclusive luxury with a priceless view of the Gulf of Mexico and beach access.” Posted by Innkeeper at 1/01/2010 Labels: charming inn boutique hotel luxury beach

The Henderson Park Inn, Destin, Florida

gourmetgirlmagazine.com
“Few resorts have had such an impact on us. This secluded spot reminds us very much of the movie “Beaches”. The accommodations are impeccable, down to the last detail. All the wonderful things set aside, the true luxury is the staff… offering us options for anything we might be searching for…”
Posted by Innkeeper at 1/01/2010 Labels: destin florida resorts secluded beaches accommodations luxury

Enjoying The Good Life at Henderson Park Inn

MyNewOrleans.com
“Gourmet dining and unspoiled beaches combine for a memorable stay”.
Posted by Innkeeper at 11/01/2009 Labels: good life henderson park inn gourmet dining unspoiled beaches memorable stay

Taste of the Beach – Henderson Park Inn

Florida Travel & Life advertorial
“Henderson Park Inn, Destin, Florida’s premier beachside bed and breakfast inn is a long-time favorite romantic getaway…”
Posted by Innkeeper at 10/01/2009 Labels: destin beachside bed and breakfast inn romatic getaway

Dawn Moliterno on Henderson Park Inn

The Walton Co. Business Journal
“the quiet serenity of the Inn leaves the customers not wanting to leave. With 4.5 star accommodations, the calming atmosphere promises relaxation and evokes the comfort of home. Each morning you are greeted with the heavenly smell of a homemade breakfast… It was just the getaway we needed right in our own backyard without all the packing, gas expense or traffic that accompanies most trips.”
Posted by Innkeeper at 9/01/2009 Labels: inn accommodations calming relaxation homemade breakfast getaway trips

Destin’s Beaches Beckon Mid-Southerners

Jewish Scene Magazine
“From the minute we stepped onto our large veranda, I knew I’d be back – again and again. It was the perfect destination for our ten year anniversary. No kids allowed – you have to be at least 25. Each morning we awoke relaxed and refreshed after a glorious night’s sleep in our to-die-for-bed. Henderson Park Inn is truly Destin’s best-kept secret.”
Posted by Innkeeper at 7/01/2009 Labels: destin beaches anniversary no kids allowed southerners

Henderson Park Inn – The Best of Florida

Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles
“The Innkeeper has thought of everything to make your stay as relaxing and comfortable as possible… lotions and bath gels from London… along with Egyptian cotton bath robes are provided in each room. Bicycles are lined up waiting for guests to enjoy a ride down Scenic 98 after a day on the beach.”
Posted by Innkeeper at 6/01/2009 Labels: florida inn relaxing comfortable scenic 98 beach

Destin’s Best Inn

Southern Living website
“Every Destin property would love to sit on the beach, but only one bed-and-breakfast can claim that its guests can step off the back patio into silky white sand.”
Southern Living magazine
“Find the best view in Destin… stunning. Both buildings are breathtakingly beautiful… features flat-screen TVs, decor, and 750 thread count make-you-melt-like-butter sheets. Henderson Park Inn… will be the only one in your dreams.”
Posted by Innkeeper at 5/01/2009 Labels: destin best inn beach white sand best view beautiful dreams

Summer Travel Season: New Attractions

Birmingham News Article
“Award-winning restaurant at the Henderson Park Inn emphasizes locally grown organic produce but patrons love it for the spectacular views and beachside dining.”
Posted by Innkeeper at 5/01/2009 Labels: restaurant organic beachside dining travel

Where to stay, eat along Gulf

The Huntsville Times
“Destin’s Henderson Park Inn has a new luxury presidential suite.”
Posted by Innkeeper at 3/01/2009 Labels: gulf destin henderson park inn luxury suite

Sea Side Serenity

Montgomery Living
The suites are exquisitely designed, and each one is unique… the views from the private balconies are unforgettable. After a peaceful night sleeping to the sound of ocean waves, guests are treated to a breakfast like no other.
Posted by Innkeeper at 10/01/2008 Labels: sea side serenity ocean

DESTINation: Quaint B & B offers a different side of beach life

TimesofAcadiana.com
“the quaint resort is only three stories high and not constructed of impersonal concrete but rustic wood more commonplace in New England. There are also no children present, and the beach exudes a more private, quiet ambience for the busy Emerald Coast.”
Posted by Innkeeper at 9/01/2008 Labels: resort beach private emerald coast

At the End of the Old Beach Road: Henderson Park Inn

VIP
“a relatively un-discovered gem, the Henderson Park Inn is known to many a loyal traveler, but guests are almost beholden to secrecy as this little piece of heaven will be sold out continuously as soon as the rest of the world discovers it” or “the Inn offers its guests an extremely private stretch of beach that is unspoiled”
Posted by Innkeeper at 9/01/2008 Labels: beach henderson park inn traveler

Best of the Beach-Enjoy the romance of the Henderson Park Inn

Birmingham Magazine
Posted by Innkeeper at 8/01/2008
Labels: romance best beach henderson park inn

Gulf Coast Getaways

New Orleans Magazine
“This B&B for adults only, offers elegant rooms with plush bedding and a complimentary bottle of wine and fruit to celebrate your getaway.”
Posted by Innkeeper at 5/01/2008 Labels: gulf coast getaways bnb elegant rooms

Visiting Destin, Fla, …, native beauty can be found

The Mississippi Press
“Guests can take advantage of the location of Henderson Park Inn by lounging on a chair under an umbrella on the beach, strolling Scenic 98 or grabbing a bicycle and riding over the the state park next door. Henderson Park Inn is a treasured oddity amongst the high-rise hotels of Destin…”
Posted by Innkeeper at 5/01/2008 Labels: destin fla beach scenic 98

Henderson Park Inn offers a private retreat on the beach

The Walton Sun
“Its rustic and rugged gray shaker exterior resembles long-standing New England structures.”
Posted by Innkeeper at 4/01/2008 Labels: private retreat beach inn

Wine Tasting at Henderson Park Inn

The Destin Log

“The inn is perfect for romantic getaways, honeymoons or a relaxing vacation.”
Posted by Innkeeper at 4/01/2008 Labels: inn romatic getaways honeymoons vacation