Foodie Getaway
Alabama Beaches Best Food
Come Experience the Year of Food on Alabama's Beaches
2024 is the Year of Alabama Food, and Alabama Beaches are the perfect destination to experience some of the best dining in the state. Start planning your next beach trip today!
Foodie Inspiration
Take a look at some of the incredible restaurants and recipes on Alabama Beaches to find inspiration for your next trip.
Dining on Alabama's Beaches is Unparalleled
Our shores have everything from fresh gulf seafood and finger-licking good barbecue to coastal cocktails and delectable desserts. Discover all there is to eat and drink in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach with our food trails, dining blogs, and recipes.
Food Trails
Whether you're a seafood aficionado, burger buff, or dessert lover, there's something to satisfy your appetite along our beaches. Loosen your belt and indulge in the diverse cuisine our local chefs make fresh daily with our carefully curated food trails.
Local Restaurants
With so many fabulous restaurants in the area, it can be challenging to decide where to eat. Get the inside scoop on the local dining scene with our blogs. From fine dining and outdoor restaurants to kid-friendly spots and happy hour joints, you'll discover plenty of options on our shores.
Foodie Events
Our area is teeming with exciting events, many offering the opportunity to chow down on fantastic eats. Make plans to attend these annual food festivals: Orange Beach Seafood Festival, Annual National Shrimp Festival, Experience the Oyster, Coastal Alabama Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival, Fort Morgan Oyster Fest, Waterway Village Zydeco & Crawfish Festival, and Tailgate Cookoff. Gulf Shores & Orange Beach even offer an array of culinary events that boast mouth-watering foods.
Coastal Recipes
Bring the irresistible taste of Alabama's beaches into your kitchen with our recipes. Enjoy unique dishes from local restaurants and tried and true Southern favorites. Even when you can't be here, you can still put a little South in your mouth.
Drink Recipes
We believe it’s always 5 o’clock somewhere at the beach. If you’re dreaming of digging your toes in the sand while sipping on a coastal cocktail, try some of these drink recipes from our local restaurants and bars.
Dietary Restrictions Made Easy
There’s something for everyone on Alabama Beaches. Those with food allergies or dietary restrictions don’t have to miss out on our area's delicious dining. Discover gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options along Gulf Shores & Orange Beach.
