8 Delicious Beach Dinner Spots
in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Dinner on Alabama's Beaches means comfortable coastal breezes, incredible sunsets, and exquisite cocktails. The area has excellent restaurants offering unique atmospheres and delectable dishes. You'll find everything from outdoor restaurants and family-friendly spots to fine dining in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. If you're searching for great restaurants to add to your dining itinerary, here are eight options for delicious meals that will satisfy your taste buds.
Dinner Options on Alabama's Beaches
Cobalt - Burger
Craft your perfect burger at Cobalt with the Do It Yourselfer. This $14 patty contains a gourmet blend of Certified Angus Beef ground chuck, short rib, and brisket grilled on a toasted sourdough bun with romaine lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions. To make it even more delicious, you can add toppings for $1 or $2, such as avocado, sauteed mushrooms, onion rings, and lots more.
Shipp's - Sushi
Sushi tastes best when it’s made with Gulf seafood, and Shipp’s Dockside Grill Lower Deck is an excellent spot to grab a few rolls. Indulge in one of this restaurant’s signature rolls made with fresh ingredients and served by the water. Two favorites include the OBA and island rolls. Both are made with crispy tempura shrimp and are $16.
Beach House - Gulf Fish
Fresh seafood is a must-have while at the beach, and Beach House Kitchen and Cocktails has all your favorite dishes. From shrimp skewers and crawfish Mac and cheese to po’boys and fish tacos, this spot will satisfy your seafood cravings. One of the best meals on the menu is the fresh Gulf fish for $19, which you can have fried, blackened, or lemon peppered. This dish comes with two sides such as shoestring fries, pineapple slaw, veggies, black beans, Mac and cheese, or salads.
The Gulf - Mahi Tacos
Seafood tacos by the water? That's what you get when you dine at The Gulf, as this beachside restaurant serves enticing dishes, including mahi-mahi tacos. You'll find blackened Gulf mahi-mahi, mango pico de gallo, Napa cabbage, and house-made sweet chili aioli inside your tortillas. This tasty meal costs $15 and includes a relaxing outdoor atmosphere.
Tuscany - Arugula & Prosciutto Pizza
You can never go wrong with pizza! At Tuscany Pizza and Grill, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to savor a slice or two. One of the restaurant's specialties is the arugula and prosciutto. This yummy pie is based with marinara sauce and topped with mozzarella, fresh arugula, and shaved prosciutto. You can grab this 14-inch pizza for $24 and add an order of breadsticks for just $3.
Bleu’s Burger - Burnt End Fries
Bleus Burger is known for its incredible patties made with house-made sauces and innovative toppings. However, this burger joint has a whole lot more on the menu, including the Burnt End Fries. Perfectly golden French fries are topped with smoked brisket burnt ends, house BBQ sauce, Carolina aioli and pickled jalapeno. Truly a finger-licking meal, this appetizer is filling enough to be an entree.
Coastal - Tropical American Shrimp
There’s no better way to end a beach day than with a Gulf-front dinner. Coastal’s open-air dining, relaxing breezes, and fantastic views make it an excellent spot to enjoy a memorable meal, such as the Tropical American Shrimp. This vibrant dish features blackened shrimp on a citrus rice pilaf with caramelized pineapple beurre blanc, pineapple salsa, pickled red onion, and greens. Sweet and savory, it offers the best of both worlds.
Tacky Jacks - Tacky Shrimp
Shrimp is a must-order when dining at Tacky Jacks. The Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan locations all serve tantalizing seafood. One of the beach restaurant’s signature dishes is the Tacky Shrimp. Prepared with a special blend of herbs and spices, Tacky Shrimp is simmered for a few hours to create a heavenly, bold broth. It’s then served over rice or Angel hair pasta and comes with a side of French bread, perfect for dunking in the leftover broth.
Sydnie Lee
A Gulf Coast native and Travel Marketing Professional, Sydnie is Alabama's Beaches Content Specialist (AKA taste tester and destination researcher.) She spends time visiting restaurants, attractions, activities, and events in the area to get the inside scoop on all things happening in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan.
