This place is amazing. The food is always top notch and the service is great. Portions are huge. You will not be disappointed.

Big Daddy's Grill is in a really cool location on the water at The Fish River with a great view. The food was a mixed bag for me as I found their gumbo to more akin to a shrimp creole as for some reason Alabama calls a LOT of things gumbo that we would NEVER call gumbo in Louisiana so typically I just call these concoctions Alabama soup. So far the only actual gumbo I've had in Alabama is at Tamara's Downtown in Fairhope, AL. I ordered the fried grouper finger and shrimp basket which was decent tasting but a smaller portion size. On another visit I sampled their cheeseburger and it had decent sized meat patty on it with some good flavors. I also had the key lime pie for dessert which was alright and pretty par for the course and very similar to most of the other key lime pies I've had in the area. The service was alright but they did a take a bit longer to refill my iced tea than I would have preferred. Overall this is a cool spot to visit and they have a nice variety of options although I can't recommend the "gumbo" Alabama soup. read more

Always a great lunch experience and prices. Love sitting outside and enjoying the view. Food is always great read more

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Another great meal at Big Daddys. It was late on a Sunday but they were down to two servers. Service was still great. Food was exactly as prepared on my previous visits. They are very consistent with that tripletail basket. It was enough food for my wife and I to share. Great tea. Great views of Fish River. Always worth the trip. read more

Visited for later lunch on a Friday after visiting Tom Jones Pottery and a recommendation! I am so happy I listened! Out of the way, relaxed atmosphere on Fish River with great service, delicious fried shrimp and a beautiful view.Totally what I needed! The shrimp were cooked (and seasoned) perfectly and enjoyed immensely. read more

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Quiet, nestled deep in Alabama waterways with an ambiance that inspires music for the soul. I ordered the black and blue burger with potato salad and for an appetizer, I added the fried crawfish tail while my buddy Bobby ordered the Big Daddy's burger. Everything was gooder than fried chicken as Delvin Gibson would say. If you are looking for local yocals and yearning for some old Alabama and good grub with live music and bottomless pours.... Welcome to Big Daddy's grill... read more

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I live 1/2 mile from Big Daddy's. I tried to call for a take out order from between 130 and 2 pm. Called about half dozen times, no answer so I decided to drive there and order. I went to the bar to order and was told she wasn't sure how long it would take but it would be a while. Went elsewhere that was able to accommodate me. Not sure if they are short handed but the lunch crowd was leaving so I figured getting an order in would be easy. Been here for 11 years, this was a first.... read more

First time here... love the atmosphere!! We had excellent friendly service. Blackened shrimp poboy & grouper fingers were great! And THIN French fries!!! Hate the thick fries! We'll be back:) read more

Big Daddy's Grill - Blackened shrimp poboy & fries - Seafood Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

Thoroughly enjoyed big daddy's grill. We went there on a Sunday afternoon and they were working with a shortage of staff. Amazingly, this did not really affect the service that we received. Our table of four, +2 dogs, were accommodated quickly and efficiently. The dogs each got a grilled burger that came out quickly, and I ordered the Grouper fingers basket and it was excellent. Looking forward to my next visit there. read more

Whata great day @ Big Daddy's...we came by boat & enjoyed delicious bushwackers, to cool us off a lil bit before dinner. It was busy holiday weekend and service was still great. Husband and I shared the blackened shrimp basket...awesome!! We learned the place is under new management & we'll definitely be coming more often. read more

I found this place on yelp and came in based on the recommendations. So glad I did. I came in with a friend and ordered the shrimp basket blackened. I had it with the potato salad. The shrimp were perfectly cooked and the seasoning was very tasty. The potato salad was creamy and had some bacon in it. Also delicious. I loved the feel of the place. Feels like an old fish camp. Great outdoor seating but you can also eat inside. Our server was very knowledgeable and honest about things she liked on the menu. It was such a great experience that I brought my husband back two days later and had another great meal. We both had the blackened shrimp and fish baskets. Delicious. Come in. You will be glad you did. read more

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The good and the service was amazing!! Had the crab fingers!! Hard to find, but I found them here! Will definitely go back! read more

my wife and I have been patronizing Big Daddy's grill since it's initial opening. About five years ago, we noticed a significant decline quality maintenance around the facility. Additionally, the traffic has declined considerably. We have recently continued to to go there, but now the personnel have changed. It simply is not the same place. There is not enough quantities in their dishes have It is tables are saturated with oil. I don't know what happened But it will be difficult for us to go back again, even after all these years, Hank Vest read more

Everything about this place has been great lately. The food always comes out hot and fresh. I especially recommend the fried pickles--crispy, flavorful, and addicting. Also, keep an eye out for a worker who looks like Kwebbelkop--he's super friendly and always makes the experience better. Great service, great food. Definitely worth a visit. read more

I personally didn't think the food was all that special or good. Tasted like typical chain food and everything was SUPER greasy. Drinks are expensive and SMALLL. The best thing about the place is that it's on the water. read more

Got in late to the house we stayed at just up the river from this grill. It took a couple of boat rides for our party of 12 and the kitchen was closing. Our waitress, student at Auburn (Go War Eagles!), was great and took the orders in stride and keep the drinks flowing. She did an excellent job and the food was delicious. I got the blackened fish po'boy, but shared some appetizers around the table. I would recommend the onion rings and fried pickles. Thank you to everyone that made our first evening in Fairhope a night to remember. read more

Delicious food, big portions and a cool, bayou vibe! The only concern was the initial service and the restroom- or lack thereof. When my two riding buddies and I walked in, we were looking at three vacant tables inside. We had just ridden our motorcycles several hours to get there and we were hot, wanting to enjoy our meal inside in the air conditioning. When the hostess met us, she told us that there were "no tables available inside". A few moments later, she came back and told us that the "only tables available" were the ones we were standing beside- HUH?!? Ok... that's no big deal, but then, several minutes after we were sitting down, and after we had ordered, a large group came in and they were seated immediately in a table behind us. Ummm... alrighty. After our waitress took our orders, the table behind us gave the waitress their order (a solid 15 minutes AFTER we gave ours). Somehow, the table with 6 people that came in after us, and ordered after us, got their food a solid 15-20 minutes BEFORE we did. What in the.... Huh?? Ok, maybe we looked like scary bikers in our jeans, and T-shirts that didn't even have motorcycle logos on them. Our waitress was nice enough though, and I gave her a good tip... after all, it wasn't her fault. The only restroom I could find was in a tiny closet between the dining rooms. Inside was barely enough room for a single toilet and a small sink. It was sufficient for me, but for a place this size, I certainly hope that there is another one somewhere else. Other than that, the ride over was great and the location is really nice. They even have motorcycle specific parking out front. So, if you're looking for some great food, at a good price, with some questionable service, make sure you go to the restroom before you go, and then head over to Fairhope to Big Daddy's grill and get fed! read more

Food was great. One pound of crab claws followed by seafood basket. Service was excellent. Will definitely return.

If you don't read anything else, know that it's worth the drive and then some. We found this place by accident several years ago and we have talked for a long time about going back. On a recent trip home from Gulf Shores we got rerouted around traffic and ended up in the general area and snapped at the chance to go. I'll start with the service. As soon as you walk in the door, everyone working says hi and welcomes you in. That's really great because the restaurant is kind of hard to find and while it looks cool from the outside, if you're new to the place and don't know what to expect you know you found the right place when you walk in. Our server, Tori (I think that was it, I hope I got it right) was super friendly and accommodating for everything. On to the food. We had the shrimp wrap and the Big Daddy burger. I'm told the wrap was delicious (I'm allergic to shellfish so I don't know), but I can confirm that the burger was amazing. I got it without the sauteed onions, but otherwise as is, and wow! It was so big! Stacked with all sorts of goodies, all of which came together deliciously. I asked for it to be cooked medium, but I think it would have been amazing at medium rare (you just never know sometimes). It was so juicy that by the halfway point I had to give up and use a fork, and I mean that as a huge compliment. The fries were also great. I added a side of the Viper sauce. From the name you may be expecting something super spicy, but instead it is like the best barbecue sauce you will find. Great on the burger, great on the fries. You also get a great view of the water, and you can drive a boat right up. Sorry for the long review but go try it for yourself, you will come away happy! read more

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Great food that is a hidden gem. Don't judge it by the exterior. It's a locals kind of place. Great fresh seafood. Service is friendly and they take care of you. Well with the drive. read more

I don't really go to eat but it's a nice place to stop on the boat or via car and get a good spicy Bloody Mary! Their patio is also dog friendly and the waitress will bring them water too. The servers are always very friendly and I enjoy the river side location. read more

Great food, great atmosphere and great staff! Wavewakers are fantastic if you want a tropical spin on a bushwhacker read more

Fast service, Food was awesome I ordered the blackened shrimp and the grouper fingers. Nice place on the water with outside dining.

Back in the day they were amazing! Last time i went it was amazing! I am ready to try BDG REstaurant again! This food is an absolutely delicious cuisine. Their flavors and freshness is unmatched! Must try once - and again and again! read more

Excellent lunch blackened shrimp, nice view good service. We usually come by boat but not this time. read more

Big Daddy's Grill - Seafood Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

This is very much a local dive...and the food is fantastic. Seafood is very fresh and the food comes out fast. After a day on the Fish River and a visit to the cold hole... this is just what the doctor ordered read more

Big Daddy's Grill - Seafood Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

Their food is always good!! Love the chicken wings!! Had fish tacos last time and they were good. Never had anything there that was bad

Great place to sit along the fish river and have drinks and some food. The food is excellent. My wife and I both just had a burger. It was awesome. The waitresses were wonderful to talk to. A fun environment read more

I absolutely loved this spot. One, giant sandbox with toys to entertain your toddler while you sit at picnic tables close by and enjoy your meal. Two, food was real good. And three, I'm sure you can ask what's in the cocktails with fun names but I just shot my shot and hoped for the best and ordered a couple - "River Water" was I think an AMF which brought me back to college. And there was some type of rum punch, that was good too. This place is awesome. read more

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We have never been there before and wanted to try something new. Extremely rude staff, no customer service training at all. Very off-putting and strange. read more

Last night our group of Rider's went for a ride on the back country roads and decided to stop in at Big Daddy's Grill for a quick refreshment and a snack and we were all pleasantly surprised. Starting off with service they did a very nice job of seating and paying attention to our group. The seats overlook the river and it's very relaxing you can even sit outside but it's so hot right now I don't think the fish want to be outside. Anyway it was clean and very relaxing the drinks were cold and we all had different feature drinks and none of them disappointed. The waitress said the gumbo wouldn't disappoint that they take their time with the rue.. so we had to try it. She was right it was very good. The meals we had sandwiches I had the philly-cheese steak others had the burgers and fried fish etc and everyone gave the food good reviews so I think its safe to say anything on the menu would be good. So if your roaming around the back roads give this place a try it will be well worth the stop. Make sure you tell them that "Phatt Panda - 1/2 Time" sent ya. It won't get you anything but it will let them know that I did give them a great review. read more

Big Daddy's Grill - Gumbo~Outstanding! - Seafood Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

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We sat outside under an umbrella around 11 AM .. perfect time to visit...The fish river as our ambiance . It was peaceful out on the deck. The service was friendly and the server gave us great advice on what to order. The blackened chicken wrap with sweet potato fries was amazing. My husband had a shrimp po boy and he said the shrimp was excellent! The restaurant carries some of the local beers for your enjoyment. Excellent choice for lunch or dinner!!!! read more

Big Daddy's Grill - Where we sat on the patio. The chicken wrap with sweet potato fries - Seafood Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

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Great food and service. Casual family dining with live music. Slower country atmosphere.

Welcoming laid back atmosphere, friendly service, Amazing views of God's Beautiful Work (the river), The Burger is my favorite.. ask em for some more of dat lol... Gumbo and seafood is wonderful as well. A must if you are visiting the area Thank God Praise God for Big Daddy's Grill read more

Big Daddy's Grill - Boat Friendly, Kid friendly, Pet friendly Big Daddy Burger - Seafood Near Me - Fairhope, Alabama

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Prices inflated, services and quality went down. Ordered a to go almost a week ago of just a cheeseburger and fries... charged my cc $81 and still haven't refunded it. Burger wasn't made correctly. Used to love this place. So sad. read more

Pretty solid place good food and beer over looking the lake a lot of fried food big servings

Thought I'd give this place a try. First impression is that it smells like bathroom deodorizer, but I still stayed to see what the food is like. Side salad was fresh, cold, and crisp. Leafy and no stems. Quesadilla was very good. Wait staff sort of okay. read more

Our neighborhood lunch group was at. Big Daddy's this week. There were 10 of us. We were seated almost immediately. Drinks arrived quickly too. Most everyone got something different and all thought it was great. Atmosphere is a 10 if it's sunny and you can watch the Fish River. Unfortunately it was misting rain so we chose indoors which has a nice ambiance too. (Fish Camp decor). Special of the day was Tri-tip which I had grilled. It was very good as were the sides, Cole slaw , red beans and rice and hush puppies. They have a good menu variety. We've had the Big Daddy burger before. Delish and enough for two. One person got the nachos, they were huge! Highly recommend! read more

Just terrible service even for an airport restaurant. The hostess looks like she's angry, greeted her with a smile and hello and she just stared at me and pointed toward the table. I tried the honey chicken sandwich, it was terribly dry, overcooked and lukewarm at best. Plenty of tater tots, but those were lukewarm as well. My waitress never came back to refill my drink or give me my check. I was not in a hurry, so I had hoped to get some more drink before I left. But after about 30 minutes of sitting there with an empty glass and napkins covering my plate. I just scanned the QR code and paid using my phone and left. read more

First time here! It is right up the road from the cottage we are renting. Server was very attentive and you just sit at whichever table you want. I originally wanted the shrimp and oyster basket but they didn't have oysters. Which I should know better than try to order oysters in October. So glad they were out My second choice was the burger. I had considered the shrimp basket but at $16, I felt the burger was a better priced choice. Burger was very good and the onion rings were great. My bf got the Big Daddy burger and he said it was right on point. And he's very picky about his burgers. We had the tuna dip and seafood gumbo as appetizers. Tuna dip wasn't anything special but really enjoyed the gumbo! It's been raining here so the view is gloomy but I could definitely see how nice it could be if it was a clear evening as it's right by the river. Would def come back here to grab food! Photos attached but they are of our half eaten food as I forgot snap a photo before diving in read more

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