If you’re hankering for a tasty burger and the brews to match, you cannot go wrong with a trip to The Cowhead in Destin. At this innovative burger joint, they go well beyond the ordinary by using bison, prime rib, and many other excellent meats. Their team makes it their mission to serve every meal with a smile, too, ensuring you feel right at home through every visit.
You’re welcome to stop by early in the morning for breakfast. Or wait until 11 am for a chance to order off their amazing lunch and dinner menu. Either way, you’re in for a real treat. Your visit starts with a step into an ultra-clean and welcoming dining room designed with your comfort in mind.
As you walk through the doors, hearty hellos and invitations to explore the menu at your leisure will ring through the air. You’ll need plenty of time to pour over the options, too, especially on your first visit. There are simply far too many exceptional dishes available for you to pick the best one quickly. So, don’t feel bad about reading through the descriptions and weighing your options. It’s worth the effort.
Once you know what you want, place your order at the front counter and then grab a seat at a table or along the bar. Everything is made to order using fresh ingredients, so expect it to take a while for your items to arrive. Although their dishes come big in flavor, their portions are pretty average. Despite that, you can rest assured that your selections will fully satisfy your cravings from the first to the last bite.
Their most popular dishes at The Cowhead are:
Milkshake
Want the classic burger joint experience? Pair your meal with a freshly made milkshake. You can either get traditional flavors like vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry. Or go all out with their caramel and cookie, cookies and cream, or mint chocolate chip flavors. The choice is yours.
Fried Pimento Cheese Bombs
If you absolutely adore pimento cheese flavors, treat yourself to the Fried Pimento Cheese Bombs, for sure. This incredible starter begins with big scoops of pimento cheese rolled in breadcrumbs. Then, four breaded scoops go into the fryer until golden brown and then get served with your sauce of choice.
Cowhead Specialty Burger
For your first visit, consider keeping it simple by ordering the Cowhead Specialty Burger. This fantastic concoction starts with a 1/3 pound bison patty grilled to perfection. Once that’s done, they put it on a challah bun along with Cowhead sauce, pickles, bacon, lettuce, and a pimento cheese bomb. Add tater tots, okra, or fries to the side to complete your meal.
Florida Hot Sandwich
When nothing else will do but a spicy kick, order up the Florida Hot Sandwich. The chef creates this dish by battering and frying a chicken patty just as soon as you order. Once it’s golden brown, the spicy patty goes on a challah bun with American cheese, ranch, pickles, and lettuce. Want an even bigger flavor kick? Add loaded Garlic Asiago Fries to the side for an unforgettable flavor combination.
Are you looking for a fantastic way to feed a huge crowd? If so, you’re in luck because this restaurant offers the perfect thing: a single order of 150 chicken tenders. For one low price, you can get either fried or grilled tenders by the boatload. Add dipping sauces galore, including their ever-popular Cowhead sauce, to bring it all together.
Insider Tips:
-In a hurry? Consider ordering online before you hop in the car. Your order will usually be ready by the time you get there, even at their busiest times.
-Public parking is located right around the corner. Lock your vehicle up tight to keep it secure while you nosh on your selections in the restaurant.