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.
Louisiana Lagniappe at SanRoc Cay
Gulf seafood at its best! For over 20 years we have been known for our Gulf seafood with a Creole...
Southern Shores Coffee
Artisan Coffee Roaster and full-service coffee shop. Best known for their famous Bushwacker coffee. Southern Shores Coffee also offers breakfast...
Kilwins
Kilwins provides our customers with high quality products and a warm friendly customer experience. We create Mackinac Island style fudge...
Spoonz Hand Rolled Ice Cream
We are a hand rolled ice cream shop located in the square on Hwy 59 in the heart of Gulf...
Kiva Grill
Located on the Fort Morgan peninsula of Gulf Shores, Alabama, Kiva Grill has a comprehensive breakfast and lunch menu that...
Starbucks Coffee in Target
Starbucks Coffee in Target serves breakfast, sandwiches, salads and more. Plus, their famous coffee and tea. Because this location is...
Sound Wave
Perched high above the beach, Sound Wave combines live music, Gulf views, and an energetic atmosphere. This open-air, second-floor venue...
O'Choppers Almost Irish Pub
O'Choppers Almost Irish Pub brings a bit of Ireland to Orange Beach with the best food on the island in...
Dairy Queen/Orange Julius at Palm Pointe
Since 1940, Dairy Queen has been serving up crave-satisfying treats and food all across the country. You definitely don't want...
Lucy Buffett's LuLu's
Lucy Buffett's LuLu's is known for FUN, FOOD and MUSIC! Located on the Intracoastal Waterway in Gulf Shores! Come &...
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...
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...
Rotolo's Pizzeria
Rotolo’s Pizzeria uses only the freshest ingredients! We make our original dough fresh daily at each location. Combine that with...
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii
For generations, the donkeys of Kona, Hawaii, could be heard bellowing as they carried precious loads of coffee beans down...
Coastal Code
It's okay to talk with your mouth full (of fresh Gulf seafood).
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!
