5 Vegan-Friendly Restaurants
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach
Alabama’s beaches are known for serving fresh seafood straight from the Gulf. However, fish, oysters, and shrimp aren’t the only delicious options you’ll find on the menus here. Many local restaurants along the Gulf Coast offer fabulous vegan meals. Here are a handful of the best places in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach that are vegan-friendly.
1. Safari Club
The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo’s Safari Club is Alabama’s first certified green restaurant - a leader in conservation, recycling and reduced waste in the restaurant business. This energy-efficient restaurant doesn’t use single-use plastic or styrofoam, composts onsite, and provides extra produce to the animals. They also have a great menu filled with delicious vegan options, including buffalo cauliflower, Brussel sprouts, several sandwich and burger options, pizza, and tacos.
2. Picnic Beach
Cute, quaint, and delicious, Picnic Beach in Gulf Shores is a perfect spot for vegans and meat eaters alike. The casual picnic-themed restaurant is right off the beach and offers a variety of menu items, including charred cauliflower, acai bowls, smoothies, juices, and Beyond burgers and brats. They even have vegan spicy mayo and cheese, so you can flavor your meal just as you like. Picnic Beach’s picturesque outdoor seating, board games, and fantastic menu make this a must-stop for those on the hunt for vegan meals.
3. Soul BowlZ
Soul BowlZ in Gulf Shores is an excellent place for those looking for a healthy place to grab a bite. Start your day with a smoothie, or stop by midday for a refreshing snack. They serve smoothie bowls made from acai, pitaya and other bases, and almost all of the toppings are vegan. If you need an energy boost, don’t hesitate to stop by Soul BowlZ.
4. The Southern Grind
The Southern Grind, located at The Wharf and at Indigo Hotel in Orange Beach, offers several vegan options for both breakfast and lunch/dinner. For breakfast, treat yourself to avocado toast and oatmeal, then at lunch, try the plant-based burger, a veggie wrap, or one of the various salads they can make vegan-friendly. You can even ask the staff for vegan recommendations, and they will be happy to help find something for you.
5. LuLu's
The ever-popular Lulu’s boasts an extensive menu that accommodates those with dietary restrictions. The fun restaurant serves something for everyone with shellfish-free, gluten-free and dairy-free menus. These special menus make it easy to decide what's best for you and eliminate any worries. You’ll find vegan tacos, nachos, salads, bowls, and more on the menu. LuLu’s in Gulf Shores is an ideal spot to dine by the water and listen to live music while you enjoy your meal.
We hope this guide allows you to stay full while visiting Alabama’s beaches! You can also view the menus for these restaurants on their websites.
If you’re ready to try out these fabulous vegan-friendly restaurants, start planning your visit to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach today!
