Local Directory — Gulf Shores, Pensacola & the Gulf Coast
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Acme Oyster House
gulf-shoresLively New Orleans-based chain offering oysters, po' boys, gumbo & other Cajun-Creole classics.
Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe
gulf-shoresSeafood shack amid the sand dunes serving Caribbean & Southern-style eats steps from the water.
Big Daddy's Grill, LLC.
fairhopeHushpuppies, crab cake sandwiches & fried pickles are top picks at this biker-friendly haunt.
Big Fish Restaurant
orange-beachVaried menu focused on seafood also offers steaks & pasta at this comfortable strip-mall eatery.
BLUEGILL Restaurant
spanish-fortRustic, waterfront hangout known for oysters, live music & sunset views of Mobile Bay.
Café Acadiana
silverhillAward-winning Cajun restaurant open since 2013, recognized by AL.com as one of Alabama's 12 best restaurants. Serves authentic Cajun cuisine including fried boudin balls, shrimp Opelousas, and crawfish etouffee.
Capt'n Snapper's
fort-morganBuffalo shrimp, crab cakes & hushpuppies are the draw at this down-home, mellow clam shack.
Coast Restaurant at The Beach Club
gulf-shoresWaterfront eatery offering coastal fare & steak in casual quarters with a roomy, scenic veranda.
Cobalt the Restaurant
orange-beachSeafood & happy hours on an expansive patio at a busy spot with boat slips for those coming by sea.
Cosmo's Restaurant & Bar
orange-beachColorful, art-filled restaurant & bar offers modern Southern & global fare in a casual setting.
Crab Trap Perdido Key
perdido-keyVibrant operation on the waterfront featuring Gulf views & a seafood-heavy menu.
David's Catfish House
spanish-fortFamily restaurant serving catfish, cheese grits, steaks, oysters, and Gulf shrimp since 1983. Their catfish and cheese grits dish was named one of the 100 Dishes to Eat in Alabama Before You Die.
De Soto's Seafood Kitchen
gulf-shoresKitchen dishing out a diverse lineup of seafood & sides in a casual, airy setting.
Doc’s Seafood and Steaks
orange-beachExpansive restaurant offering steak & seafood menus, plus a full bar & outdoor seating.
Doc’s Seafood Shack
foleyGulf Coast seafood restaurant serving chargrilled oysters, seafood gumbo, fried shrimp and oyster platters, and house favorites with hushpuppies and slaw. Part of the Doc's Seafood family since 1984.
Doc's Seafood Shack & Oyster Bar
orange-beachLongtime seafood destination dishing out classics such as oysters in bustling, no-frills surrounds.
Felix's Fish Camp Restaurant
spanish-fortShe-crab soup & crawfish-smothered pork chops star at this rustic hideaway on Mobile Bay Causeway.
Fisherman's Corner
perdido-keySouthern-influenced, seafood-oriented eats in a compact, no-frills setting with nautical decor.
Flora-Bama Ole River Grill
perdido-keySeafood, steaks, burgers & po' boy sandwiches in casual digs with a bar, waterfront deck & TVs.
GTs On The Bay
orange-beachBreezy, family-friendly bar/eatery with waterfront views & a menu of seafood & steaks.
Gulf Shores Steamer
orange-beachRustic seafood eatery with marina views avoids frying by steaming & grilling its catches.
Hammered Crab
gulf-shoresSeafood restaurant specializing in all-you-can-eat snow crab legs, prime rib, smoked ribs, and Gulf seafood, with daily Hammered Time Happy Hour specials from 1 to 5 PM.
Islander Food Shack
perdido-keyUnassuming eatery with a cozy patio offering comfort classics, from burgers to fried fish baskets.