The Oyster Trail

Looking to spice up your lunch? Begin your oyster journey with the baked Mexican oysters at The Steamer and Baked Oyster Bar in Gulf Shores. You can order these specialty oysters by the dozen or half-dozen.

We are sure you have heard of Oysters Rockefeller, but have you ever heard of Oyster Rockefeller soup? Wrap up the first day of your oyster crawl at Acme Oyster House in Gulf Shores and try their Oyster Rockefeller Soup. This flavorful delight has oysters, spinach, Parmesan cheese and a hint of Herbsaint liqueur. Be sure to finish the evening with an oyster shooter — one freshly shucked oyster with cocktail sauce and vodka served in a shot glass.

Fish River Grill #3 is the perfect laid-back lunch spot. Coined as a funky, junky, redneck joint, this restaurant's fried oyster basket is in the "top 100 dishes to eat in Alabama." It’s served with their famous swamp soup, homemade hush puppies, coleslaw, French fries and fried okra, so we recommend you come hungry.

End day two of your oyster trail at Playa in Orange Beach. Enjoy some of the best waterfront views in Orange Beach while sampling the oysters. They are served raw, fried or grilled, and whichever way you choose, you will not be disappointed.

Bon Temps Po’boys & Specialty Meats is the perfect lunch spot for day three of your oyster trail. We suggest trying the lover boy po’boy. The golden fried oysters are served with lettuce, tomato and mayo on Gambino’s New Orleans-style French bread.

The Royal Oyster is a small restaurant in Gulf Shores, offering a large variety of oysters. The Oyster Grit Cakes are a must-have, with Bayou Cora Farms grits and Gulf oysters served with a sage cream sauce. The establishment is family-friendly and has plenty of outdoor seating overlooking the water, so you can enjoy oysters with a view.