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The Hangout Gulf Shores

Experience the Best Open-Air Dining

 On the Alabama Gulf Coast

Enjoy Gulf front dining and delicious eats at the best open-air restaurants during your next meeting in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. 

April 13, 2022

With waterside views and a warm breeze, the Alabama Gulf Coast is known for fresh seafood and casual beachside dining. Grab a group or choose to enjoy the view alone, as these restaurants welcome large numbers as well as small parties.

Fried green tomatoes from LuLu's in Gulf Shores, AL
Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s

Lucy Buffett’s LuLu's features open-air dining throughout the restaurant. With roll-up doors and plenty of room to spread out, you and fellow attendees can enjoy casual dining sitting by the water or even with your toes in the sand. Come prepared for a full experience, as this locale boasts live music daily starting at 5 p.m. and offers several bars, an arcade, a ropes course, games for the children and a large gift shop.

The Hangout

Located in the heart of Gulf Shores, The Hangout sits on the beach and is the perfect family-friendly spot. Listen to the waves crash onto the shore as you kick back at one of their many “hangout spots” throughout the restaurant. Choose indoor or outdoor seating and get ready to have a ton of fun with live entertainment, foam parties and yummy seaside food!

Cobalt Restaurant Orange Beach
Cobalt the Restaurant

Looking for something a little more upscale? Cobalt is recognized for its exquisite, contemporary coastal dining. Enjoy beautiful sunsets as you entertain clients or relax during an elegant date night with stunning views from any table you choose. The cuisine is handcrafted by renowned chefs and will thrill your taste buds.

Flora-Bama Yacht Club

Flora-Bama Lounge & Oyster Bar is well known for its famous location right on the Florida/Alabama state line, but across the street from this popular joint is Flora-Bama Yacht Club. Grab one of their deliciously celebrated bushwhackers, and walk down to the water to enjoy a beautiful view while you wait for your food. Thanks to its well-deserved reputation for fantastic food and great entertainment, you can rest assured that upon returning home, your attendees will love to talk about their experience here.

Cosmo's Orange Beach
Cosmo's Restaurant & Grill

If fresh air and eclectic eats are what you’re after, you’ll want to check out the outdoor seating at Cosmo’s. Featuring chef-inspired recipes, their uniquely delicious menu puts a new spin on local staples. Head to this Orange Beach spot during happy hour to enjoy deals on drinks and appetizers and catch the sunset from their outdoor patio.

Moe's Original Bar B Que

Nobody does barbecue quite like the South, and one of the best places to get a plate full of this mouthwatering cuisine is Moe’s Original Bar B Que in Orange Beach. In addition to award-winning barbecue, Moe’s also provides outdoor seating on its deck, where everyone can enjoy a backyard feel with dog-friendly seating so even your furry friends can be included. Behind the restaurant is a sandy area filled with picnic tables and chairs and a stage for live music. It’s the perfect spot to grab some finger-licking barbecue while relaxing in the coastal breeze.

Big Beach Brewing Company
Big Beach Brewing Company

Big Beach Brewing Company is another great “watering hole” option in the area where you can grab a beer with your friends. Make a visit while you’re in town and enjoy good food there while you’re at it!

With so many outdoor dining options here in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, it’s hard to pick just one. View a full list of restaurants and encourage your attendees to explore the area during their meeting. Whether they are traveling with family or by themselves, there is a dining experience for everyone.

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