Seafood Restaurants

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Get Your Gulf Seafood Fix on Alabama's Beaches

Experience the flavor of Alabama’s Gulf Coast at a local hot spot, fine dining establishment or take in the views from a waterfront restaurant. You'll taste the difference the moment you sink your teeth into seafood served fresh from the Gulf. Local favorites include shrimp, oysters, crab, mahi, snapper, and grouper. 

Seafood Restaurants 

Explore the best seafood restaurants in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Use the filters below to sort by location or dining style, from casual beachfront spots to local favorites serving fresh Gulf catch.

FAQs

Can I find all-you-can-eat or seafood buffet restaurants on Alabama’s Beaches?

Local restaurants on Alabama’s Beaches that offer all-you-can-eat seafood options include Mikee’s Seafood (shrimp, fish, crab, and clams), The Undertow (royal reds), Sea-N-Suds (mullet), and Shrimp Basket (shrimp and flounder). During the spring, several seafood restaurants serve AYCE crawfish.

What comes in a typical Gulf Shores seafood boil?

Seafood boils along Alabama’s Beaches typically include shrimp, crab legs, sausage, potatoes, and corn. Several restaurants also offer items such as crawfish, lobster tails, and mussels.

What are some must-try Gulf Coast seafood dishes on Alabama’s Beaches?

Alabama’s Beaches are known for fresh Gulf shrimp, blue crab, farm-raised oysters, red snapper, and mahi. You can find these must-try seafood dishes at restaurants in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan.

Are there seafood restaurants that feature live music or entertainment?

Alabama’s Beaches are home to many restaurants that offer live music. Check out who’s playing on our calendar of events.

How does a “cook your catch” restaurant experience work?

If you catch fish on Alabama’s Beaches, you can take your haul to a local Cook Your Catch restaurant for a fresh seafood meal. We suggest cleaning and filleting the fish in advance. If you booked a charter trip, your deckhands will take care of this for you. Once you drop off your fish at your desired restaurant, the chefs will prepare your fresh catch as you like. For pricing, it’s best to call restaurants directly.

Are there seafood markets open year-round in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach?

Most of the local seafood markets on Alabama’s Beaches are open year-round, while a few are only open during the spring and summer. These markets offer fresh Gulf seafood, including shrimp, crab meat, oysters, crawfish, royal reds, crab claws, and seasonal fish.

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As part of the Gulf Coast, it’s expected that we should have some great seafood in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. With numerous seafood restaurants in the area, it might be tough to fit in all the great seafood restaurants. Fortunately, our fans have voted for their favorite Gulf Shores and Orange Beach seafood restaurants for you!

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