Discover What's New
in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
If Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan are “your beaches,” then by all means, you’ll want to know what’s new since your last visit. From lodging accommodations, restaurants, attractions, and much more, don’t miss a beat with this list of what's new on Alabama's Beaches!
New Restaurants & Bars on Alabama's Beaches
Tap & Still
Tap & Still
Create your perfect meal at Tap & Still restaurant and bar in Gulf Shores. Choose from an array of sauces and toppings to craft a personalized burger, sandwich, or hot dog. In addition to burgers, this lagoon-front spot boasts chicken tenders, wings, fries, funnel cakes, and cold drinks
Red Haven Live
Red Haven Live
Red Havel Live is the newest place to listen to live music in Orange Beach. This family-owned and operated bar and entertainment venue offers food and drinks and boasts a weekly jam-packed music lineup. Whether you come for the food or entertainment, you'll be glad you stopped by this lively spot.
Jimmy Buffet's Last Mango Bar & Chill
Jimmy Buffet's Last Mango Bar & Chill
The legendary Alabama Gulf Coast native has a new waterfront restaurant at The Wharf, Last Mango Bar & Chill. This vibrant space blends a coastal menu with a relaxing, yet fun atmosphere. The menu features fresh seafood, flatbreads, salads, sandwiches, and plenty of margaritas.
Beach Girl at Legendary Marina
Beach Girl at Legendary Marina
Alabama's Beaches' favorite drive-thru coffee shop, Beach Girl, now has a second location at Legendary Marina. This spot is perfect to grab a caffeine pick-me-up before heading out onto the water or to skip the lines at the original location.
Beach Bun
Beach Bun
There's nothing like a hot dog at the beach, but that's not the only delicious thing on the menu at Beach Bun. Smash burger, loaded fries, nachos, and milkshakes are available in addition to the specialty dogs. This is a great lunch restaurant for a quick bite to eat while at the beach.
Driftwood Oyster Bar
Driftwood Oyster Bar
Whether you like your oysters raw, grilled, or baked, Driftwood Oyster Bar has a dozen for you. In addition to salty bivalves, this new restaurant and bar serves seafood platters, burgers, and wings, as well as signature cocktails and craft beer.
Beach Cow Creamery
Beach Cow Creamery
Beach days call for cool treats, and Beach Cow Creamery is the ideal spot for beachgoers to grab a cup or cone without venturing too far from the shore. This walk-up ice cream shop in Gulf Shores also has shakes, Italian ice, Italian fizz, frozen lemonade, and specialty sundaes.
Anchored Coffee House
Anchored Coffee House
Need a caffeine boost? Head to Anchored Coffee House in Gulf Shores for coffee. Whether you like it iced, hot, or frozen, they've got you covered with a freshly brewed cup.
Pho-Mo Asian Kitchen & Grill
Pho-Mo Asian Kitchen & Grill
Pho, dumplings, egg rolls, and fried rice are a few of the tempting offerings on the menu at Pho-Mo Asian Kitchen. This local, family-run restaurant also has insane smash burgers for those craving something from the grill.
Fresco
Fresco
Fresh ingredients, Italian-inspired cuisine, and a relaxing atmosphere come together at Fresco in Bon Secour. This restaurant offers handmade pastas and pizzas, exquisite desserts, and easy take-out meals for those who want delicious dining on the go.
Sunliner Diner Orange Beach
Sunliner Diner Orange Beach
Fans of the iconic Sunliner Diner are in luck. The retro breakfast and burger spot now has a second location in Orange Beach, so you have double the opportunities to sip on milkshakes and listen to tunes on the jukebox.
Bagel Boy
Bagel Boy
Speaking of breakfast, start your day at Bagel Boy. Whether you like your bagels covered in shmear, eggs, sausage, or hot sauce, this beach spot has a menu filled with classic bagels and breakfast sandwiches.
Nami Sushi
Nami Sushi
Satisfy your craving for Japanese cuisine at Nami Sushi. Keep it classic with a few sushi rolls and bento boxes or try something new and feast on a sushi pizza. You won't refer it.
Mythic Beach Banana Bar
Mythic Beach Banana Bar
Got a sweet tooth? Fix it with one of the frozen and irresistible treats at Mythic Beach Banana Bar. This beachfront shop serves dipped bananas, ice cream sandwiches, and cheesecakes ,covered in toppings and drizzled with sauce.
ShoreFizz
ShoreFizz
Cool off after a day on the beach with a sweet drink at ShoreFizz. This cute soda shop serves dirty sodas, lemonades, milkshakes, and ice cream - the perfect treat for summer.
New Attractions & Activities in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Circle Boats
Circle Boats
If you're looking for a new and exciting way to explore the water, rent a vessel from Beachside Circle Boats. These inflatable boats offer one of the coolest rides around. Cruise to the islands or float down the Intracoastal
Community Fly Supply
Community Fly Supply
Whether you're an avid angler or want to dive into fly fishing on Alabama's Beaches, Community Fly Supply is the go-to spot for all things fly fishing. This shop offers custom flies, fly rods, reels, and accessories. The experts here also provide lessons on fly casting and fly tying and are happy to help pass along their knowledge to others interested in casting off along our waterways.
New Places to Stay on Alabama's Beaches
SpringHill Suites
SpringHill Suites
Just across from the shore and overflowing with amenities, SpringHill Suites Orange Beach is a chain hotel offering guests a luxury experience. This Marriott hotel has a stunning outdoor pool, a bistro and bar, spacious rooms, complimentary breakfast, fire pits and grills, and a 24-hour fitness center.
Gulf State Park RV Resort
Gulf State Park RV Resort
Gulf State Park Campground has added 104 luxury full-hookup sites, making it the largest state park campground in the country. Guests of the new RV Resort can enjoy premium amenities such as a clubhouse, pickleball courts, a saltwater swimming pool, a state-of-the art laundry facility, modern bathhouses with private shower suites, and a putting green.
Alabama's Beaches
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