Ruby Slipper bringing Southern brunch favorites to Destin; grand opening next week

Special to the Destin Log / USA TODAY NETWORK

DESTIN — The first Ruby Slipper location in Destin will have a ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony celebrating offering offer craveable, creative flavor for everyday brunch.

The first 50 guests to dine in will receive free coffee for the remainder of the year in addition to other free swag. 

The event is 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 4 at the restaurant, 34902 Emerald Coast Parkway, Destin.

The Ruby Slipper features brunch menu items with a Louisiana theme.

Another new restaurant:The Edge Seafood and SkyBar to open soon on Destin harbor

What's new?:Destin Commons welcomes new eatery and retail stores; events on tap the next few months

The ribbon cutting will include speeches from local community leaders; a check presentation to the Food For Thought organization from funds raised during the restaurant’s preview events and other festivities; and samples from French Truck Coffee.

Beignets are also part of the Ruby Slipper's offerings in Destin.

The restaurant will remain open for business during the ceremony and encourages all diners to enjoy the festivities.

“Brunch is so much more than a meal. It’s a culture, a lifestyle. Something just happens at a brunch table and we’re excited to bring our point of view and experience to beautiful Destin, Florida and make it accessible every day of the week,” said Peter Gaudreau, CEO of Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group.

Sweet Heat Chicken is one dish created for the Ruby Slipper's brunch offerings.

Ruby Slipper will offer a vibrant and inviting atmosphere for locals and visitors alike. Brunch will be front and center, every day.

BBQ Shrimp & Grits is one of the menu items that will be available when The Ruby Slipper opens in Destin.

The menu offers inspired and playful twists on traditional Southern brunch favorites, including Eggs Benedict, Beignets, Bananas Foster Pain Perdu and White Chocolate Bread Pudding Pancakes, as well as eye-opening cocktails.

A flight of mimosas is pictured at The Ruby Slipper. The restaurant will bring New Orleans style brunches to Destin.

Ruby Slipper in Destin is part of the Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group’s larger expansion across the Southeast region, which includes locations in Louisiana, Alabama and Florida, Tennessee, North Carolina and South Carolina.