We had a great experience at The Hangout! We had zero wait when we arrived (a little after 4pm)…read more Our server was quick to grab drinks, which were great. The vibes of this restaurant are great. Very lively and upbeat. It was Easter Sunday, so the kids received treat bags with Easter eggs filled with candy. That was so nice. I had the smothered snapper. It was phenomenal! It was flavorful, light, and flaky. My husband had the ultimate boil with snow crab. He enjoyed it and the trough of garlic butter for dipping. The kids also enjoyed their food. Now to the shenanigans...so much fun! The kids loved dancing on the tables. All of the staff were so fun and friendly! Loved the music and the DJ. The kids loved playing outside, the foam party, and we all loved the live music. This is the ultimate spring break stop. We didn't try the gelato, but maybe next time.

Service was GREAT as always. Group always has fun thre, they make it fun for kids and adults. Good…read morecomes out very fast and is always very good. Will definitely be back.

This is hands down one of my favorite spots right on the beach in Gulf Shores. We come here for the…read moreawesome view, but honestly, we also come for our regular server, Kevin. He is a terrific guy and really takes care of us every time we visit. The place itself has been sitting on this same patch of sand since the 50s. It takes a beating whenever the weather gets rough, but the concrete construction holds up. I was impressed by how fast they bounced back after Hurricane Sally. They had the repairs done and the steps to the beach fixed in just a few weeks. Inside, do not expect fine dining. It is very casual with plastic chairs and some hearty, rusty picnic tables outside. It fits the vibe perfectly. As for the food, a lot of people overlook this place for lunch or dinner, but they are missing out. The salads are good and the burger isn't bad, but a few items are absolutely not to be missed. The gator bites are delicious. They are fresh and golden brown with a kickin' tiger sauce. You also have to try the Cajun nachos. It is a giant platter loaded with cheese, crawfish, and shrimp in a rich mushroom sauce. My absolute favorite, though, is the Shrimp and Crab Spaghetti. It is crazy good. It comes with Gulf shrimp and jumbo lump crabmeat in a garlic parmesan cream sauce. I always get it with the works, including jalapeños and onions. It is easily enough food for two people. Verdict: If you want a view and some surprisingly great food, stop here. It's unpretentious, the service is friendly, and you can stick around for karaoke if you want.

There were some pros here, but a lot of cons as well. Such a bummer…read more The pros: location This is right on the beach with ocean views. It's beautiful. The pub is cute as well. Nachos: these were huge and delicious. I wish we would've just stuck with the nachos. Our server: our server was so nice but so stressed. I felt for him. People's food was not coming out of the kitchen fast enough. Cons: the wait for food. We waited over an hour and a half for peel and eat shrimp, gumbo, and a kids grilled cheese meal. SMH. Drinks: they were mid. I had a frozen watermelon margarita and it was overly sour/sweat. People were getting so mad and leaving all around us. It made things uncomfortable. This was our least favorite experience out of a week of dinners out to eat for spring break.

I had the chicken club and a pain killer for lunch. The…read moreatmosphere is where Sound Wave really shines. Sitting outside with palm trees, sunshine, and views of the Gulf makes this a perfect spot for lunch, drinks, or just relaxing after a beach day. The vibe is laid-back but still polished, and the staff was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. If you're in Gulf Shores and want great food, solid drinks, and a coastal atmosphere that feels like vacation, Sound Wave is a must-stop. I'll definitely be back!

The Sound Wave is a fabulous new spot for Gulf Shores, AL! The view is fantastic, and they have…read morevery nice bartenders & crew. The Cajun Chicken Caesar Salad was probably the best salad I've had!

The Wharf Amphitheater is one of my favorite music venues. I have been to several other, much…read morelarger venues in Maryland and Virginia, but the size of The Wharf's Amphitheater is amazing! It only seats around 10,000 but it never feels so crowded that you are like a sardine (though the bench seating can feel cramped at times). The entry and exits are easy to transit through -- security lines have never been more than a few minutes for us. One of our favorite parts of The Wharf Amphitheater is the large acts that come in, while it still feels like a small town concert with a few thousand close friends. We have seen Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Tim McGraw, Jimmy Buffett, Walker Hayes, Dierks Bentley, Lainey Wilson, Ingrid Andress, Hardy and more. Not to mention a few others that we missed but who have also played here recently: Jelly Roll and Alabama. I have only sat in the 100 or 200 section, as well as stood in the pit. I prefer the Pit (standing room only) or section 100 (foldable chair), but sections 200 and 300 are benches, so they can feel a little cramped at times. We have never sat up in the 300 section, but our friends have said it's still a great view of the entire show. There is not a bad seat in the house (from my experience). You have a great view of the stage, and even from the last row, you're closer to the stage than other venues. The ticket prices fluctuate depending on the act, but from my past concert experience, The Wharf Amphitheater ticket prices are below the norm. While not unexpected, the prices of food and drinks are high and have been increasing. It's expected that prices are going to be high, so my wife and I will normally just grab a large bag of kettle corn (only $11) and one drink which is a pretty good deal for us. Some of the other prices are a bit higher -- but we are willing to pay them if we are looking to add to our experience. I have never seen any rowdiness or security issues that normally come with drinking, fun, and loads of people. It's is overall a very chill venue but a great time to party. Even though parking can be a little difficult to find closer to the start of the concert, anytime my wife and I have arrived at/before the gates opening (usually 5:30), we have been able to find parking less than 100' from one of the gates. Even still, we have never not been able to find a parking spot, though we may have to walk a bit. And leaving is actually a pretty smooth process so matter where you parked or where you are heading. We can get from our seats and back on the main road away from traffic in ~20-30 minutes. Just be sure to check out the parking guide (https://alwharf.com/amphitheater/directions-parking) so you park in the right area for the easiest departure.

For a music venue the setup is pretty good for food. You have concessions, but also a food court…read morearea with food trucks, although the lines can be long. The venue itself is really good. Stage is plenty big and to have the water close by makes it even better. Only complaint is if you are sitting in the middle areas, it is relatively flat so if people stand it is hard to see over them. There is one section that has a change of your view being somewhat obstructed so check your seating. Parking was easy. Leaving takes some time but not too bad.

Food and service were great. Kinda disappointed in the removal of the crab dip from the menu, but…read morethat happens. Get here early or you're gonna have a wait.

We had a great experience at Lulu's Gulf Shores. We dined on a Saturday night and were told a…read moretwenty minute wait. We waited a little less than that. We had a table with a great water view. Service was a little slow, but they were packed. Our server was so kind and delightful. I had a bushwhacker as my first drink and it was delicious. We started with queso and salsa and both were good. For my main I had the catch of the day blackened. I can't remember what type of fish it was, but it was light and flaky. Zero fishiness. The hush puppies that came with were also delicious. I asked my server to surprise me with my second drink and she brought be a frozen peach drink that was spectacular. We had a great experience at Lulu's. It was really helpful that there's a lot to do while you wait for a table. They also have free ice water available in the waiting area and we found this extremely helpful. This is a great spring break spot. Live music, lots of seating, and good food and drink. This is our second location of Lulu's restaurants and we enjoy visiting them.

The Cove is one of those Gulf Shores spots that just feels right. It has a relaxed, local vibe,…read morefriendly service, good food, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to hang out for a while. Who knew they have a chef? It is casual, comfortable, and fun without trying too hard. Whether you are stopping in for a drink, grabbing a bite, watching a game, or meeting up with friends, The Cove is a great choice. The staff makes you feel welcome, and the whole place has that easygoing beach-town energy that makes Gulf Shores special. Great local spot, great atmosphere, and definitely a place I would recommend to anyone looking for a laid-back place to eat, drink, and enjoy some great music. Make sure you go for Karaoke win Cindy and Jimmy!

What a great hole-in-the-wall. This place rocked!…read more It was such a welcoming environment, having your typical dive-bar look, but also super warm and friendly. The food was so flavorful and original. We had the wings, and they were charred to perfection with the perfect amount of siracha honey sauce. Other people in our party had the stuffed avocado and shrimp wraps, and both said they were great! Our server was super friendly and informative. She did a fantastic job at making sure we were accommodated during our meal. If we're in the area again, we'll be sure to be back!

Big Beach Brewing is a really nice brewery! I only had one beer during my visit, the area two five…read moreone. It's a hazy ipa and I really enjoyed it! The inside space offers a lot of seating and they have televisions. Lots of seating outside too! Plenty of parking. Clean bathrooms. The drink menu has something for beer and non beer drinkers. I will definitely be back here the next time I'm in Gulf shores. The service I received was decent.

This is a great find when you want to escape the touristy places on vacation. The food is amazing,…read morethe beers are fantastic and the serve was fast and friendly. They have live music for you to listen to while you relax and enjoy the beautiful weather of Gulf Shores.

Best food I've had in gulf shores. Service is great. Outdoor seating is perfect. Wife got the crab…read moreboil and it looked amazing.

Thanks Kennedy, Lauren, and Rihana for excellent service!! Crab Cakes and Fish dinner was great!!read more

It's closed. This used to be at the wharf. We searched for a bit and finally asked another bar.read more

Really nice outdoor bar and live music venue. There are 3 good restaurants close by, and this is a…read morenice place to stop before or after your meal. I recommend coming on a Friday or Saturday night.

Had another great dinner with the steak tacos and Boudin egg rolls. Very busy and fun atmosphere as…read morealways

What a fun place!! We had the wicked pigs and the wicked fries. Both were very good and served hot!…read moreWould definitely recommend this place for a quick stop and appetizers! Loved visiting with the other customers and the employees.