Louisiana Lagniappe is a seafood restaurant in Destin, Florida, located on Gulf Shore Drive. The menu showcases Louisiana- and Gulf Coast-inspired cuisine, offering fresh seafood alongside regional favorites in a relaxed coastal setting.

A fitting choice for visitors seeking local seafood flavors and a memorable meal near Destin’s beaches, Louisiana Lagniappe brings a taste of Louisiana to Florida’s Emerald Coast. 

Louisiana Lagniappe

The Gulf Club Restaurant and Sports Pub, located at 960 US-98 in Destin, offers a relaxed setting for enjoying a meal while following your favorite sports. Combining restaurant dining with a sports-pub atmosphere, it’s a convenient stop for visitors and locals looking for casual food, drinks, and live-game viewing in Destin.

Whether you’re meeting friends, unwinding after a day near the coast, or searching for a place to catch a game, The Gulf Club provides a social setting centered on sports and dining. Its location along US-98 makes it easy to access while exploring the area. 

The Gulf Club Restaurant and Sports Pub

Big Kahuna’s Destin is a water park located at 1007 US-98 in Destin, Florida. It offers a variety of water-based attractions and entertainment for visitors looking to cool off and enjoy an active day in the sun. With options designed for different ages and interests, the park is a destination for families, groups, and vacationers exploring the Emerald Coast.

Conveniently located along U.S. Highway 98, Big Kahuna’s provides a lively setting for spending time together away from the beach. Visitors can enjoy water attractions, relax between activities, and make the most of a full day of seasonal fun.

Whether you are visiting Destin with children, traveling with friends, or seeking a break from traditional sightseeing, Big Kahuna’s offers an easy-to-access outdoor experience centered on water recreation. Check the park’s current operating schedule, attraction availability, admission details, and age or height requirements before visiting. 

Big Kahuna's Destin

The Back Porch, located at 1740 Scenic Highway 98 in Destin, offers a relaxed coastal dining experience in one of the area’s most scenic settings. Its location along the Gulf makes it a convenient stop for visitors exploring Destin and Scenic Highway 98.

Guests can enjoy a laid-back atmosphere and a menu centered on casual dining, making The Back Porch a welcoming choice for travelers and locals looking for a meal near the beach. Whether you’re taking a break from sightseeing or meeting friends for a coastal meal, its beachfront setting adds to the experience.

For the most current menu, hours, and dining details, check directly with The Back Porch before visiting. 

The Back Porch

Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Destin offers a classic upscale steakhouse experience along Emerald Coast Parkway. Known for its USDA Prime steaks served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, the restaurant also features fresh seafood, elegant sides, and indulgent desserts.

Its polished atmosphere makes it a fitting choice for special occasions, business dinners, date nights, and visitors seeking a refined meal while exploring Destin. Conveniently located near the area’s beaches and attractions, this nationally recognized steakhouse brings signature hospitality and expertly prepared dishes to Florida’s Emerald Coast. 

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Fudpucker’s Beachside Bar & Grill is a casual Destin restaurant located along Emerald Coast Parkway, offering a relaxed setting for enjoying a meal and drinks near the beach. Its menu features classic American and seafood-focused fare, making it a convenient choice for visitors looking for an easygoing dining experience in the Destin area.

With its beachside atmosphere and approachable menu, Fudpucker’s welcomes travelers, locals, and groups seeking a laid-back place to dine while exploring Florida’s Emerald Coast. Complimentary details such as current menu items, dietary options, hours, and entertainment may vary, so guests should check directly with the restaurant before visiting. 

Fudpucker's Beachside Bar & Grill

Fat Daddy’s Arcade in Destin offers a lively entertainment experience for visitors looking to enjoy classic and modern arcade games. Located on Emerald Coast Parkway, it’s a convenient stop for guests seeking indoor fun during a beach vacation or a break from exploring the area.

With a variety of arcade-style games and activities, Fat Daddy’s is suited to players of different ages and groups looking for casual entertainment. Whether you’re competing with friends, spending time with family, or enjoying a playful outing, the arcade provides an easygoing way to add excitement to your Destin itinerary. 

Fat Daddy's Arcade

Henderson Beach State Park offers a peaceful Gulf Coast escape in Destin, Florida, with access to a scenic stretch of white-sand beach and clear Emerald Coast waters. Visitors can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, beachcombing, and relaxing amid protected coastal scenery.

The park is also known for its natural setting, including sand dunes and native vegetation, providing opportunities to experience Florida’s shoreline away from the area’s busier commercial attractions. Its location on Emerald Coast Parkway makes it a convenient stop for travelers exploring Destin and the surrounding beaches.

With its combination of coastal beauty, outdoor recreation, and preserved landscape, Henderson Beach State Park appeals to beachgoers, nature enthusiasts, and visitors seeking a relaxed day by the Gulf. 

Henderson Beach State Park

Destin Commons is an open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment destination at 4100 Legendary Drive in Destin, Florida. Visitors can browse a variety of retail stores, enjoy meals and refreshments, and spend time exploring the center’s public spaces.

With its broad mix of shopping and leisure options, Destin Commons is suited to travelers and local residents looking for a convenient place to shop, dine, and unwind in one location. Its location makes it a practical stop for visitors exploring the Destin area.

For current stores, restaurants, events, and amenities, check Destin Commons’ official listings before visiting. 

Destin Commons

AMC Destin Commons 14 is a movie theater located at Destin Commons, offering visitors a convenient place to enjoy current films in a popular shopping and entertainment destination. With multiple screens, it provides a range of movie options for local residents, vacationers, couples, families, and groups looking for indoor entertainment in Destin.

Its location on Legendary Drive makes it easy to combine a film with shopping, dining, and other activities at Destin Commons. Whether you’re planning a relaxed evening or taking a break from the beach, AMC Destin Commons 14 offers a straightforward cinema experience in a central Destin setting. 

AMC Destin Commons 14

FUJI BJJ presents the Destin Fall Championship. We are dedicated to bringing you the best tournament experience possible. Our tournament series offer divisions for any age, weight, skill level, as well as GI and NOGI divisions.

**TOURNAMENT DETAILS:** 

**Date:** 2026/11/07

**Venue:** Rigdon Center

**Address:** 1958 Lewis Turner Blvd. Ft Walton, FL. 32547

**Format:** Depending on the bracket size we offer best of three, round robin, and modified double elimination brackets to ensure everyone gets more than one match.

**Age Standards:** Age 4 and Up

**All States Welcome!**

## IMPORTANT DATES

Early Bird registration deadline: 25 Seo (11:59 pm)

Normal registration deadline: 23 Oct (11:59 pm)

Late registration deadline: 02 Nov (11:59 pm)

Check Day (last day to change weight without fee) is the Wednesday before the event.

Merging of uncontested divisions will happen the Wednesday before the event.

The schedule will be published the Thursday before the event.

Doors Open/Weigh-ins begin: Day of event (8:00 am)

Matches Begin: Day of event (9:30 am)

You have up to one hour to weigh-in prior to the start of your division. Please update and check Smoothcomp as times may change based on bracket restructuring or how fast/slow the competition is going.

## SPECTATOR FEE:

All spectators over the age of 12 years old must have a spectator pass.  Passes may be purchased at the door upon entry of the venue.

* Spectator fee: $20.

**Each academy will receive at least 1 free coaches pass. The amount of free passes depends on how many students from that academy are registered for the event. At least 1 free pass per 5 students will be available. Coaches do not need to message in before the event.** 

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## QUESTIONS/NEED HELP:

• For all inquiries regarding making edits to your registrations, weigh-ins, division merging, etc. please see our [FAQ HERE](https://fujibjj.com/pages/competition-rules)

 • For rules info see our full [Rule Set HERE](https://fujibjj.com/pages/competition-rules) 

For Questions not answered in the links given above:

Email Tim Morthland at [support@fujibjj.com](mailto\:support@fujibjj.com)

FUJI BJJ Destin Fall Championship

The FUJI Jiu-Jitsu Championships is a nation-wide tournament series. FUJI BJJ was founded by Royler Gracie Black Belt and Pan American Champion, JW Wright. JW has been hosting jiu-jitsu events for over 15 years throughout the Midwest. 

FUJI BJJ currently has ten regions throughout the United States and we are partnered with some of the best competitors and academies around!

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