Top 100+ Restaurants in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, AL

With more than 200 restaurants in our destination, you’re sure to find a few new favorites. Our culinary listings below allow you to sort by area, type of cuisine and amenities, including outdoor dining, waterfront dining, takeout, and delivery services. You can check out Fan Favorites or embark on a Foodie Getaway. You'll find fantastic food and dining options no matter where you stay, so book your accommodation directly and start planning your trip today!

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Perch

Gulf Shores

Perch is not the typical steakhouse or coastal seafood restaurant. It’s the perfect venue where everyone can relax, enjoy elevated...

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Mikato Japanese Steakhouse

Gulf Shores

Service, value and atmosphere, Mikato Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar in Gulf Shores gives you the very best. Lively...

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Shrimp Basket of Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores

It all began in 1993, when two local guys in Gulf Shores, Alabama decided to open a casual family-focused seafood...

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Gulf Island Grill

Gulf Shores

Come enjoy a delicious meal served with a Caribbean flair. We have a great variety of foods from island burgers...

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Restaurant FAQs

What restaurants allow pets? What restaurants are pet-friendly?

Many restaurants in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach offer pet-friendly outdoor dining. Be sure to keep your dog leashed at these restaurants at all times.

Where can I get oysters?

Fresh oysters are found on many area restaurants' menus--grilled, fried, steamed or baked. Our oyster trail offers a three-day itinerary that has you dining on oysters for both lunch and dinner.

What restaurants take large parties?

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are home to lots of incredible restaurants. Please contact the restaurants directly to request a reservation or inquire about party sizes.

What restaurants have all-you-can-eat crab legs?

While snow crabs and Alaskan king crabs are not native to our Gulf waters, several local eateries offer the seafood delicacy. Our crab trail highlights many of the restaurants that feature crab dishes of all types, including a local favorite--fried crab claws.