Public Dining Cruises

Upscale Dinner Cruises in Destin, FL

Cruising from the Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort

Experience a majestic fusion of ambiance, food and live music on our public dinner cruises in Destin, FL

Don’t you deserve to be spoiled on a yacht? Embark on a dining experience like no other along the Emerald Coast. The SOLARIS yacht offers weekly dinner cruises, a great alternative to restaurants in Destin. Enjoy majestic sunset views (seasonal), coastal-inspired meals, and live entertainment. The SOLARIS yacht was voted as one of the best restaurants in Destin by Tripadvisor!

Rated as one of the top things to do in Destin, our dinner cruises are scheduled year-round from the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.  All three decks of the 125′ SOLARIS yacht offer spacious areas and unforgettable experiences. Cruise into the sunset as you sip your cocktail and take in the coastal breezes from the open-air Sky Deck. Indulge in chef-prepared meals from the elegant indoor dining rooms with panoramic windows throughout. Dance under the stars to live music by Reggae Fusion band, Simply D’Vyne, which can be heard throughout all three decks.

Dine, Dance, Cruise. A decadent meal awaits you aboard the SOLARIS. Our locally-inspired menu is freshly prepared on board by our chefs using fresh Gulf seafood, prime meats, and more.

Destin Dinner Cruise Menu

All entrées are served with a wedge salad and seasonal dessert. Iced tea, coffee, & water are also included in your ticket price. A full bar is onboard and wine, beer, and cocktails are available for purchase.

Adults (ages 11+): $89.50
Children (ages 3-10): $48
(8" cheese pizza with salad and dessert)
Infants (ages 2 & under): $25
(No meal served)

ADD Gulf Shrimp or Lump Crab to any entree +$15

All entrees are gluten-free. Please give us a call if you have additional dietary restrictions.

Braised Boneless Short Rib

Smoked tomato cream sauce, garlic roasted mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable

Gulf Shrimp & Grits

Stoneground yellow cheese grits, andouille sausage, zesty creole sauce, Gulf shrimp

Bronzed Gulf Fish

Butter poached, lemon beurre blanc, wild rice, seasonal vegetable

SOLARIS Creole Chicken

Cast iron seared, creamy andouille sauce, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable

Baked Lump Crab Cakes

100% super lump crab cakes (no breading), white wine and lemon butter sauce, wild rice, seasonal vegetable

Quinoa Bowl (V)

Fresh herbs, sauteed vegetables

Dine

Locally-inspired Menu

Indulge in a coastal culinary experience featuring fresh, local Gulf seafood, prime beef, and more. Our Destin dinner cruises feature a decadent three-course meal freshly prepared on board by our chefs. Menu highlights include fresh Gulf shrimp, fish, and beef short rib. Enjoy a fresh wedge salad, entrée of your choice, and dessert. Vegetarian options, premium appetizers, and a children’s menu are available.

Dance

Live Music

While the SOLARIS cruises the local waters, guests can enjoy a great meal and then dance the night away to live music by Reggae Fusion band, Simply D’Vyne. Dance under the moonlight on the open air sky deck or listen from the comfort of your table.

Simply D’vyne’s live music is a blend of rhythm, acoustic, harmonics, electronics, classics, roots & melody When love & music collide, it is Simply D’Vyne…It is jazz, blues, pop, rock, funk, soul & reggae, It is “Life should always feel this good, dance-able, chillax-able…music.”

Cruise

Coastal Breezes

After being greeted on board the yacht by our captain, guests are welcome to begin their voyage by ordering a drink and exploring all three decks of SOLARIS. A full bar is available and beer, wine, and cocktails are available a la carte. Your Destin dinner cruise ticket includes iced tea, coffee, and water in addition to the three-course menu and live entertainment.

As you depart aboard our Destin dinner cruise, take in the coastal breezes and panoramic views of Sandestin as you toast to the evening from the open-air sky deck. Guests can also enjoy sweeping sunset (seasonal) and Choctawhatchee Bay views from the panoramic windows in our elegant, indoor dining rooms. Both are majestic settings for pictures.

You will find groups aboard our Destin dinner cruise who are celebrating special occasions. If you have a more intimate dining experience in mind, please call our reservation line at 850-650-2519 so we can find the right table and cruise for you.

The SOLARIS offers year-round, weekly public dining cruises. Regular Destin dinner cruise prices include a 3-hour cruise, 3-course meal, coffee/tea, and live entertainment.

Hosting an event? Learn more about private and semi-private event packages aboard SOLARIS

Destin Dinner Cruise Menu

All entrées are served with a wedge salad and seasonal dessert. Iced tea, coffee, & water are also included in your ticket price. A full bar is onboard and wine, beer, and cocktails are available for purchase.

Adults (ages 11+): $89.50
Children (ages 3-10): $48
(8" cheese pizza with salad and dessert)
Infants (ages 2 & under): $25
(No meal served)

ADD Gulf Shrimp or Lump Crab to any entree +$15

All entrees are gluten-free. Please give us a call if you have additional dietary restrictions.

Braised Boneless Short Rib

Smoked tomato cream sauce, garlic roasted mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable

Gulf Shrimp & Grits

Stoneground yellow cheese grits, andouille sausage, zesty creole sauce, Gulf shrimp

Bronzed Gulf Fish

Butter poached, lemon beurre blanc, wild rice, seasonal vegetable

SOLARIS Creole Chicken

Cast iron seared, creamy andouille sauce, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable

Baked Lump Crab Cakes

100% super lump crab cakes (no breading), white wine and lemon butter sauce, wild rice, seasonal vegetable

Quinoa Bowl (V)

Fresh herbs, sauteed vegetables

Schedule & Information

  • Reservations are available online and become available 30-45 days in advance.
  • The SOLARIS cruises year-round with weekly upscale dining and dancing cruises.
  • Special Destin holiday event cruises include our Thanksgiving Day and New Year's Eve Fireworks Dinner Cruise.
  • 3-hour cruise of the local waters of Sandestin, Florida. The price includes a 3-hour cruise, 3-course meal, and live music by Simply D'Vyne.
  • Boarding begins 45 minutes prior to departure.
  • Please allow time to find the Sandestin Resort and the Baytowne Marina within the resort. Allow ample time to avoid unforeseen traffic and parking issues.
  • Dress is resort casual.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

What to Expect

Before Your Cruise
  • Upon making a reservation you will receive an email confirmation with boarding times, directions, etc.
  • Entree selections are due 24 hours prior to your cruise. If you did not make entree selections when making reservations, you will be contacted prior to your cruise.
Boarding
  • Boarding begins 45 minutes prior to your cruise time.
  • Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our Captain and shown to your assigned seat(s).
  • Please be patient with your first drink order as 149 guests are boarding and ordering drinks upon arrival at the same time.
  • Appetizers are available a la carte, up until 10 minutes prior to cruise time.
  • Feel free to explore the yacht at your leisure, including the open-air Sky Deck.
Cruise Time
  • SOLARIS departs from the Baytowne Marina and cruises the Choctawhatchee Bay.
  • As the cruise departs, a brief safety announcement will be made and can be heard on all three decks.
  • Guests are welcome to explore all three decks of the yacht at your leisure.
Dinner Service
  • 15 minutes after the start of the cruise, salad service begins. Live music will begin on the Main Deck and can be heard on all three decks.
  • Our live entertainment will announce when entree service begins on both the 2nd Deck and Main Deck.
  • All celebration announcements will be announced during dinner service. Learn more about adding a celebration package to your reservation. 
Following Dinner Service
  • After dessert, join our entertainer on the Sky Deck for a DJ set under the stars, weather permitting. If the weather does not permit outdoor dancing, the DJ set will continue inside.
  • Fireworks Cruises: Venture to the Sky Deck for a fireworks display (seasonal, select Tuesday and Thursday dates throughout the summer and holiday dates)
Disembark
  • 10 minutes prior to the end of the cruise, listen for instructions regarding how to disembark.
  • Your server will present you with your final bill. We appreciate you tipping 18-20% for our staff who provides over three hours of continuous service.
  • As you disembark, say farewell to our Captain and crew back at the dock at Baytowne Marina.

Upgrade Your Experience

Window Table Upgrade

Limited window tables are available. All window table reservations also ensure that your party is seated at a private table and not cruise-style with other parties. An upgraded window table starts at $50/table and can be added to your reservation when you book online. 

Celebration Packages

Anniversary and birthday packages are available to add to your experience aboard SOLARIS. Learn more about available celebration packages to upgrade your dinner cruise experience.

Plan an Event aboard SOLARIS

Group rates are available for groups of 20+ adult tickets. Seeking a more private experience? Inquire about renting out a deck aboard SOLARIS or planning a private cruise. SOLARIS has a max capacity of 149 guests and offers all-inclusive packages for weddings, corporate groups, family reunions, and more.

Boarding Locations

The SOLARIS is docked at the Baytowne Marina inside the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.

Address to the Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort: 9300 Emerald Coast Parkway, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

Address to the Baytowne Marina: 8330 Mike Hayes Dr. Miramar Beach, FL 32550

Once you pass the front gate, take your first right and continue to the roundabout. Take the second exit, turning left onto Baytowne Avenue. Look for the Baytowne Marina sign on the left. Turn left at the sign into the parking lot. Parking at the resort is limited and there are two parking options. Please allow enough time for traffic and parking.

Payments & Cancellations

  • Reservations are required and can be made online or by calling 850-650-2519.
  • A credit card is required to hold the reservation.
  • Upon booking, you will receive an email confirmation with important information such as directions, boarding times, etc.
  • At the end of your cruise, you will be presented with your final bill. Please bring your desired form of payment. We impose a price adjustment on non-cash transactions that is not greater than our cost of acceptance. Cards on file can only be charged in the event you fail to make the cruise.
  • We chose to adopt the Commission Based Pay Model to avoid having to drastically raise menu prices to offset the mandated wage increases put on Florida Restaurants. We also want to ensure that our team is well compensated for the excellent service they provide. We monitor and constantly check on our guests to ensure the team members are delivering the highest level of service. 20% commission is automatically added to your bill. It cannot be removed by law for any reason.  100% of that amount as well as any additional tip left by a guest is distributed in its entirety to the server and bar staff.
  • A 24-hour cancellation policy applies to public dinner cruises. A 72-hour cancellation applies for all holiday/specialty cruises.

Where to Stay

Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort

SunQuest Cruises’ SOLARIS is conveniently located at the Baytowne Marina of Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort and within walking distance from many onsite accommodations including the Village, Fisherman’s Village, Grand Complex, and Hotel Effie. Guests staying on property at Sandestin can also utilize the resort tram for easy transportation to the Baytowne Marina.

"Our experience on the SunQuest Cruise was fantastic! The service was wonderful, the yacht was spacious and the entertainment and dancing were a lot of fun! Our dinners were absolutely delicious and the presentation gorgeous!"

 

- Kristi

"SunQuest Cruises did everything right. The staff was polite and very helpful. The entertainment was just the very best. The food was perfect in every way. The atmosphere was delightful and very exciting."

 

- Mark

"The atmosphere, the food, the service, the entertainment. I could not have asked for more. Wonderful experience."

 

- Jenny