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.
Cafe Beignet Gulf Shores
Does your mouth have the tell-tell powdered-sugar ring around it? Then you know you’ve had a few piping-hot beignets from...
Bleus Burger
Located at Pelican Place at Craft Farms Shopping Center in Gulf Shores, Bleus Burger is a full-service restaurant and bar...
Scoops Ice Cream
A Gulf Shores Family Tradition! Make sure to bring your family in for an old-school, traditional Gulf Shores experience. We...
Angry Crab Shack
Our passion is to serve fresh, delicious seafood to our guests in a casual, sometimes loud, and endlessly fun environment...
I Love Candy and Ice Cream
Located inside Alvin’s Island #37 on West Beach, I Love Candy and Ice Cream has a huge selection of candy...
Efe's Greek Kitchen
We are a Mediterranean restaurant serving casual quick service classics. Offering drive through pickup with a small outside patio. From...
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...
China King
Come try all of your favorite Chinese dishes at China King in Orange Beach. We specialize in a variety of...
Boards By The Bay
Elevate your next special occasion with Boards by the Bay your new go-to for exquisite charcuterie in Orange Beach, AL...
Pelican Scoops Ice Cream
Located in Fort Morgan, near the historic Fort and the Ferry, we are the perfect place to cool off and...
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...
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...
OSO at Bear Point Harbor
OSO at Bear Point Harbor. Our business plan was simply; Create an atmosphere that was relaxing, a menu that was...
Beach Cow Creamery
Try the cutest new ice cream shop in Gulf Shores. Walkable from many condos on East Beach and across from...
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!
