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.
Pelican Scoops Ice Cream
Located in Fort Morgan, near the historic Fort and the Ferry, we are the perfect place to cool off and...
Planet Smoothie Orange Beach
Come see why Planet Smoothie is The Best Tasting Smoothie on the Planet!® With over 30 varieties of real fruit...
Subway of Orange Beach
Subway is the undisputed leader in the sandwich category and serves fresh, great tasting, made-for-you sandwiches and salads. Since our...
Culver's
We welcome buses! Coaches and bus drivers eat for free! Every Culver’s ButterBurger is made with fresh, never-frozen beef and...
Island Pancake House
Come to Island Pancake House today to eat the beach’s best breakfast while admiring the views of our white-sand beaches...
Doc's Seafood Shack & Oyster Bar
Serving seafood on the Alabama Gulf Coast since 1983! Come taste the tantalizing dishes offered on the menu at Doc’s...
Shipp's Dockside Upper Deck
Step into our Upper Deck restaurant, where an upscale casual dining experience awaits, perfectly crafted for families. Enjoy craft cocktails...
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...
Latitude 30 at Perdido Beach Resort
Featuring fresh ingredients and dishes ranging from classic American fare to eclectic regional favorites, Latitude 30 sets itself apart from...
Sassy Bass Island Grill
The finest and freshest ingredients are combined with our renowned creativity to prepare the most delicious, classic favorites, tropical specialties...
Flora-Bama Ole River Grill
Open-air waterfront dining restaurant, family-friendly, hook n' cook available, fresh Gulf seafood, gorgeous sunset water views, 40 TV's, frozen drinks...
The Ruby Slipper Cafe
Born from the spirit and soul of New Orleans, Ruby Slipper was founded in 2008 with a simple goal: bringing...
Surf Skate Coffee
Death to Corporate Coffee! Surf Skate Coffee has specialty drinks blended to order. Hot and cold brews, Frappes, Espresso, Chai...
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...
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!
