Mardi Gras Trail

in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

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There’s nothing more exciting than experiencing the excitement of Mardi Gras, and we let the good times all season long on Alabama Beaches. Mardi Gras brings lots of amazing events and parades to our shores, but there’s more than just catching beads. Many local restaurants and bars celebrate by offering an array of unique and delicious food and drinks. From cocktails and coffees to desserts, here are the best Mardi Gras-inspired foods on Alabama Beaches during the festive season.

King Cake Iced Coffee

Before you spend the day lining up for parades, get a caffeine fix at Beach Girl Coffee. During Mardi Gras, this cute shop serves its signature king cake iced coffee with purple, yellow, and green sprinkles. A local favorite, this drink is a perfect way to kick off your day or keep yourself energized while celebrating.

Mardi Gras Omelet

Speaking of starting the morning off on the right foot, you can never go wrong with brunch at Another Broken Egg. One of our favorite breakfast dishes is the Mardi Gras Omelet. This savory omelet is served all year long, filled with crawfish, shrimp, andouille sausage, and red peppers and topped with tomato hollandaise, green onions, and tomatoes. The perfect Mardi Gras food for breakfast, it offers a taste of Louisiana cuisine while at the beach.

King Cake Cocktail

You can’t visit any of Flora-Bama’s restaurants without snagging a drink or two, and Flora-Bama Yacht Club serves a delicious spin on traditional Mardi Gras food with a king cake cocktail. The perfect blend of cinnamon and sugar, this drink is topped with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry. It’s ideal for sipping on while you listen to tunes from the restaurant’s outdoor stage.

Kreweser Amber Ale

If you prefer brews to cocktails, pay a visit to Big Beach Brewing. Offered just during Mardi Gras, Big Beach crafts a Kreweser amber ale, a slightly malty ale found only at the brewery. Try it on tap and enjoy some tunes from the stage, or pick up a can or two from the fridge and take it to go.

Boudin Balls

Nothing screams Southern Louisiana more than boudin balls, so it’s no surprise that many people like to have them during Mardi Gras. These delicious sausage snacks are made with pork, rice, veggies, and Cajun spices and fried to perfection. Bon Temps Poboys and Specialty Meats in Orange Beach serves its boudin balls with pepper jack cheese, giving them an extra kick. This spot offers several other great New Orleans-inspired dishes like po’boys, Cajun muffulettas, and crawfish etouffee, so you can enjoy traditional Mardi Gras food in an entire meal here.

King Cake Daiquiri

You can’t celebrate Mardi Gras without having a daiquiri or a daiquiri flight. High Tide Daiquiris & Mimosas serves an irresistible gold and purple King Cake Daiquiri topped with edible gold glitter. This family-friendly spot serves mocktails, so those under 21 can enjoy this frozen drink, too. If you’re craving a little caffeine, you’ll also find a king cake iced coffee on the menu.

Mardi Gras Ice Cream & Donuts

Temperatures can be a little chilly during Mardi Gras, which is why a freshly baked donut is a must. Pete’s Ice Cream & Donuts serves delicious hot donuts, including a glazed donut with green and purple icing. If that’s not enough, pair your donut with a cup of king cake ice cream. Pete’s offers a rotating selection of flavors daily, so be sure to check what’s on the menu.

Seafood Gumbo

End the season with a warm bowl of seafood gumbo and festive soiree at LuLu’s. Each year, this popular restaurant hosts its annual Mardi Gras celebration with a big party and boat parade on Fat Tuesday. You can order LuLu’s delicious gumbo anytime, but what better time to enjoy this coastal delicacy than at a Mardi Gras party?

King Cake Bushwacker

Bushwackers are a staple of Alabama Beaches, and during Mardi Gras, you can find a king cake version of this creamy cocktail at Avenue Pub. This waterfront restaurant is known for its unique, seasonal bushwackers. The king cake bushwacker is crafted with rumchata and boasts a tasty cinnamon flavor. It’s topped with purple, gold, and green sprinkles and, of course, a king cake baby.