Sip & Savor
From Gulf-front seafood spots to fan favorite spots, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan offer some of the best restaurants on Alabama's Gulf Coast. Whether you're craving shrimp on the sand or fine dining with a sunset view, you'll find both Gulf Shores restaurants and Orange Beach favorites that capture the flavors of the coast. You can check out Fan Favorites or embark on a Foodie Getaway.
Bites, Sips, & Trails
Food Trails
From fresh Gulf seafood to local favorites, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach serve up flavors for every appetite. Discover coastal cuisine, waterfront dining, and unforgettable bites crafted fresh daily by local chefs. Follow our Eat Your Way Trail Itinerary and explore a delicious side of Alabama’s Beaches.
Fan Favorites
Our social media fans know the best spots in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach for fresh seafood, outdoor dining, family-friendly restaurants, barbecue, and unforgettable local flavors. Explore our Fan Favorite categories to discover must-try meals, hidden gems, and popular dining experiences that belong on your next beach vacation itinerary.
Coastal Recipes
Bring the flavors of Alabama’s Beaches home with recipes inspired by the coastal cuisine of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. From refreshing drinks and crowd-pleasing appetizers to seafood favorites and beach-inspired entrées, these recipes let you enjoy a taste of the coast wherever you are. Looking for more dining inspiration? Explore our Food Trails to discover some of the best restaurants and local flavors on Alabama’s Beaches.
Foodie Getaway
Alabama’s Beaches are home to some of the best dining on the Gulf Coast. Start planning your beach getaway and discover fresh seafood, local favorites, and unforgettable coastal flavors.
Bushwacker Trail
No trip to Alabama’s Beaches is complete without trying the iconic Bushwacker. This creamy, frozen cocktail blends rum, coffee liqueur, chocolate, and coconut flavors into a beachside favorite. Follow the Bushwacker Trail to discover the best places in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach to sip this legendary coastal drink and experience a true taste of Alabama’s Beaches.
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Find Restaurants
Ready to find your perfect meal? Use the filters below to explore restaurants in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach by cuisine, location, or amenities. From casual beachfront cafés to romantic spots with sunset views, there’s something for every craving on Alabama’s Gulf Coast.
Ready to find your perfect meal? Use the filters below to explore restaurants in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach by cuisine, location, or amenities. From casual beachfront cafés to romantic spots with sunset views, there’s something for every craving on Alabama’s Gulf Coast.
The Beli- The Original Beach Deli
The Beli is a restaurant concept focused on providing fast and friendly service to the Alabama Gulf Coast. We offer...
Tiki & Raw Bar
Tiki is your go-to open-air watering hole right on the water, offering stunning views of Terry Cove. This laid-back oasis...
The Keg Lounge and Grill
Since opening in 1980 The Keg has been a local favorite for burgers, pizza and barbeque. We are best known...
Domino's Pizza Orange Beach
Is your mouth watering yet for some of our delicious pizza, wings, sandwiches, pasta, stuffed cheesy bread or garlic bread...
Parlor Donuts
Are you ready for the most divinely delicious, flakiest, tastiest layered doughnut your tastebuds have ever laid eyes on? Made...
Duck's Diner
At Duck’s Diner, we combine the taste of an old school diner with modern Southern cuisine. Breakfast is served 7am-1:30pm...
Tacky Jacks - Orange Beach
Tacky Jacks Orange Beach is on the water overlooking Cotton Bayou and the Perdido Pass bridge. We offer family-friendly, casual...
The Sloop
The Sloop is a small local restaurant specializing in authentic Philly Cheesesteak sandwich's and many other eclectic menu items not...
Sea N Suds & Oyster Bar
Experience affordable and casual, family dining at Sea-n-Suds. Located directly on the beach, you can enjoy beautiful sunsets and the...
Tee Off at the Wharf
Tee Off powered by Topgolf Swing Suite is a dining and entertainment venue that features golf-simulation games and a variety...
Vinny's Pizzeria
Take a step back to the pizza parlor of your youth at Vinny's Pizzeria at The Wharf. Featuring giant slices...
Bird Dog Chicken Co
Come try the newest chicken joint in Orange Beach! We have tasty wings, tenders, fries and more. Open for breakfast...
Tacky Jacks 2 - Fort Morgan
We are located on Mobile Bay, less than a mile from the Historic Fort Morgan. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner...
Pirate's Cove Marina & Restaurant
Since 1957, we have been serving locals and visitors of the Alabama Gulf Coast. We are famous for our signature...
Coastal Code
It's okay to talk with your mouth full (of fresh Gulf seafood).
Food Around Alabama's Beaches
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Beach
Ready to dine-in and enjoy the Gulf Coast cuisine after a long day of activities? Choose from a plethora of options including steaks, seafood, burgers and sandwiches alongside numerous cuisine options like Asian, Mediterranean, Italian, Mexican and many more. Find the top restaurants in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach to get your fill while on vacation.
Whether you’re looking to experience local cuisine, or something that hits closer to home, there are plenty of places for you to eat at in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach. Don’t be afraid to try something new while you’re on vacation, you never know what you might learn about your taste buds when being a little more adventurous than usual!
