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.
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...
Crico's Pizza & Subs
Since 1998, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have been enjoying Crico’s Pizza and Subs. Try our traditional and specialty pizzas...
Salt & Sips
Your new go-to for coastal cocktails, crave-worthy bites, and sunshine-filled afternoons has arrived in Orange Beach. From refreshing sips to...
Acme Oyster House
Looking for authentic New Orleans seafood served with a serious side of fun? Come on down to Acme Oyster House...
Burger King
At Burger King, our restaurants are known for serving high-quality, great-tasting and affordable food including burgers, salads and much more...
Hardee's
If you want to indulge in a big, delicious and juicy burger, look no further than Hardee's. From 5am-10pm we...
Fort Morgan Pizza
Fresh baked pizza delivered to your door. No lines, no waiting, no traffic jams. If you are in Ft. Morgan...
Hurricane Grill & Wings
Hurricane Grill and Wings is unlike any other family-friendly, island-themed restaurant. With over 35 sauces and rubs to choose from...
DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen
Curb the wait and get in line before you dine at www.desotosseafoodkitchen.com. Serving lunch and dinner, we offer fresh local...
Efe's Greek Kitchen
We are a Mediterranean restaurant serving casual quick service classics. Offering drive through pickup with a small outside patio. From...
Bagel Boy
Come get your shmear on! The ultimate breakfast bagels, messy magic in paradise! Try our spicy boy bagel with Cheddar...
Coast Restaurant at The Beach Club
Open to the public and located at The Beach Club Resort & Spa in Gulf Shores, join us for a...
Mile Marker 158 Dockside
Mile Marker 158 resides at the Wharf in the Springhill Suites Hotel, and features waterfront dining serving casual culinary cuisine...
Zaxby's
A Southeast favorite for chicken fingers and wings, Zaxby’s has a home here in Gulf Shores. We are located off...
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!
