Cotton's Restaurant & Lounge

I'd wait another hour for the food & Christy again!…read more We ordered the mozzarella wedges & steak tips for appetizers! The mozzarella wedges were DIVINE! The bread was so good, our 4 year old thought it was chocolate bread! It was hearty but with a good sweetness! The steaks were seasoned great and cooked beautifully! The baked potato loaded was phenomenal. Christy stole our hearts though! She was running and not one table with an empty glass! I was impressed with how attentive she was despite how busy they were! 10/10 will 100% be eating here every time we come to Orange Beach!

Great food but usually a very long wait! Service is very good once you get to the table.read more

Bar view

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Wolf Bay at Orange Beach

3.8(1.3k reviews)

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The crab dip was good although I couldn't taste much crab in it. I wish I would've tried a…read moredifferent appetizer. Was good but not my favorite. I got the grilled sea scallops with Mac and cheese and salad. 10/10 recommend the dish! Both of my parents got the captains platter. They both loved it. Only complain was they said the fish didn't have much flavor. My dad got oysters and said they were good! He rated them a 9/10. All the food was fresh. The salad bar was great. We didn't pay for the all you can eat, we just did the "one trip to the salad bar" because after getting the rest of my food we were too full for more salad! My 2 year old got the kids fried fish and fries. His fish was decent. It was very flaky so the skin just fell off, which is fine he doesn't mind just eating the meat part. The service was great although the young girls at the front desk were not very friendly. Our waitress was excellent. There was a younger male who brought out our food and was also at the front desk when we left. He was very nice. The ambiance of the restaurant was nice! We would visit here again!

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Parm Garlic Oysters - super good!

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Shrimp Cocktail

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My family was looking for a great steak dinner, and Voyager absolutely delivered. The views were…read morefantastic, the ambiance was elegant and welcoming, and the service was professional, kind, and knowledgeable. Our waiter, Craig, was outstanding--funny, personable, attentive, and truly enhanced our dining experience. The filets were cooked perfectly to order, tender and flavorful, and the butter sauce was the perfect complement to the meat. Every aspect of the meal was thoughtfully prepared and expertly executed. From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. We would absolutely recommend Voyager to anyone seeking a five-star dining experience in Orange Beach.

My husband and I were staying in Gulf Shores and wanted to have an upscale dining experience…read morenearby. Based on reviews, we chose Voyagers for our Tuesday evening dinner. When we first arrived at the resort, we were in awe by the beautiful landscaping. We arrived early and decided to have a cocktail at the resort bar before our dinner reservation at 7:30PM. There was live music in the lounge area. When we checked in for our reservation, we were seated right away by a window, which I requested. The view was nice. Our waitress was quiet and seemed very busy with multiple tables. For appetizers, we ordered the fried quail knots and a bowl of soup. For dinner, we ordered the duroc pork chop and 10 oz filet. For sides, we ordered Bayside Blue Mac and Potato Hash. Overall, everything was VERY rich and decadent, heavy. The pork chop was tough, the filet was very thick and tough, the sides were salty, saucy, and heavy. Overall, the resort is nice and the view inside the restaurant is pretty but the food was too heavy and rich for my liking.

Hanging Tenderloin and Voyagers Baked Potato

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Beautiful wife and fried green tomatoes

Bolo Steak & Seafood

4.0(72 reviews)

2.1 mi

Great Food and good service. This is our 2nd visit on vacation. Plan on coming back again next year.read more

Finally stopped into the newest steak place in Orange Beach the expectations were high but my…read morerecent visit was a bit underwhelming. The venue is nice, the service good, but the food was just okay. Located right on Canal Road, this spot sits in the building that used to house a favorite local breakfast joint before transitioning into this casual steak and seafood concept. The name BOLO actually stands for "Bear on the Lookout," which ties into their sister restaurant over at Bear Point Harbor. When you pull up, you will find plenty of easy, dedicated parking right out front. Inside, they have completely transformed the space into a cozy, casual vibe with dim lighting, rustic wood accents, comfortable booth seating, and a nice indoor bar area. Most reviews online have been generally solid, averaging around four stars, with folks usually praising the upscale atmosphere and friendly staff. The crowd favorites on the menu typically include their hand-cut ribeye steaks, the prime rib, broiled oysters, and their unique collard green grilled cheese small plate. I tried a wide variety of their offerings, the bread was just okay, coconut shrimp was very disappointing, the chopped salad was quite good, the wings were different and not bad but not great, my friend's prime rib steak sandwich was fair, but the fries were not good. Unfortunately my ribeye was average at best but that's where the underwhelming really hit home. The place was pretty empty, and it might because of the food, but the same folks that own this previously had an extra special breakfast spot here and I had my hopes that this would just special. I will go back again down the road and give them a try and hope that they improve their food.

Salad April 2026

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4.3(665 reviews)

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Excellent food and service. Right on the water outdoor seating was very nice and enjoyed strolling…read morethe marina.

Ethan was incredible. We had a large party with 2 Littles and 2 seniors turning 91. He went above…read moreand beyond. He was so kind and patient and friendly. The upstairs space is so pretty. Lighting and tables and chairs. Very well done. Gorgeous orchids, pretty seating. awesome view through floor to ceiling windows! We loved it. Food was so good and seriously Ethan made the whole experience so wonderful

View to back

Shrimp Scampi

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Seafood Boil

Luna's Eat & Drink

4.4(947 reviews)

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Great atmosphere. Great service and great food! Dishes were…read morenot cookie cutter but unique and flavorful! We had a group of 19 ladies and everyone loved it!

Good food, service started slow but turned out great and the outdoor covered patio was lovely place…read morefor lunch. Had their gumbo (okra wasn't that okay) and then the shrimp and grits. Shrimp was amazing and the grits were good. I liked my ice tea and that's saying something since most places, the tea is just okay. Clearly freshly brewed and sharp without being overpowering...complemented the meal and set the right tone for the first day of vacation.

Interior restaurant

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Doc's Seafood & Steaks

3.5(673 reviews)

1.9 mi

Locally owned & operated

Happy hour specials

Place boasts the best fried shrimp in the civilized world, I wouldn't go that far but it was good…read more Everyone was pleased with the service we received, the quality of the food and speed of the delivery. One kinda neat thing they offer is a "make your own cocktail sauce" station at your table. I was thrilled to see a COLD water lobster roll. So, that was my obvious choice along with premium fries ( not sure what made them special, they were merely crinkle cut ) All in all a good meal

I'd give them a 3.5 if I could…read more We started with the gumbo. The roux was thin. We both agreed the gumbo was ok, definitely not, "the world's best," but better than some. It had just the right amount of kick to it. My husband ordered a half dozen oysters but promptly sent them back without even tasting them as they were tiny. He likes them big and briny smh. I ordered the, "the best shrimp in the civilized world." I don't know about that but they were pretty good. They were cooked perfectly. The shrimp was tender, not overcooked or rubbery, and the batter was crunchy without the inside being mushy or overcooked as fried shrimp can sometimes be. Could've used a tad more salt if seasoning but I'm guessing they want the freshness of the shrimp to be more forward than anything else. The baked potato was super hot and oiled perfectly; no hard pieces to get through. The cole slaw was good. The hush puppies were too; contain corn. My husband ordered the grilled seafood platter w/ swai fish, crab cakes (he wasn't impressed), shrimp skewer, & peel & eat shrimp, w/ green beans, cole slaw, & hush puppies. His gumbo came with his meal. He rated his meal a C & I gave mine a B-. The shrimp was good. I was slightly annoyed with having to make my own cocktail sauce but liked my concoction. It was a new experience. Our server was attentive w/o being overbearing & provided very good service while managing to attend to another table and you he closing tasks. My meal was hot and fresh. The restaurant is very casual with plenty of TVs to watch around the dining room. They have a gift shop of sorts as you enter and a nice outside area with corn hole, green turf, & cafe lights; real cute area.

Bar

Pick two seafood platter; fried shrimp and fried fish with fries and coleslaw

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Live music

Cobalt

4.0(2k reviews)

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We waited forever for a table as they don't take a reservation. Once seated our waitress was…read moreawesome! The kids grilled cheese and it green beans was amazing! The tuna tostado and wedge were both delicious! My husband had a steak and it was cooked perfect! We really enjoyed it! Just hated the hour wait with a little one

So there's a group of us that travel together frequently and Gulf Shores Al is our Labor Day trip…read moreevery year. We try to do dinners at the Air B and B but a few nights we treat ourselves to a couple of special restaurants. And what a treat COBALT was! If you make the choice to have dinner here you won't regret it. Each person chose a different menu item. I wish I'd gotten pictures, but it was so delicious we dove right in. From the seared chicken (my choice) a solid 10 The blackened red fish, Marghereta pizza, Shrimp Fra Diavolo,the filet, just to name a few, it was all so delicious. I think we all wish we'd chosen it earlier in the week so we could have gone back at least once more before our vacation was over. One things for sure, we will return! Oh let's not forget the amazing cocktails! They were for sure on point Well done COBALT! And thank you!

Happy hour spread

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Pelican Grill

3.9(78 reviews)

1.3 mi

We decided to give this place a try after enjoying it under the previous ownership. The interior…read morelooks almost exactly the same as before. One thing that stood out was the gift shop at the entrance--it could definitely use a refresh. The dark corner filled with outdated beach clothing isn't the best first impression. We visited on a Tuesday around 7:00 p.m., and there was no wait. During our meal, only about four tables were occupied, so it was very quiet. Our waitress was friendly, attentive, and checked on us frequently. The only odd part of the atmosphere was that cartoons were playing on the bar TVs even though there weren't any kids in the restaurant. For dinner, my husband ordered the surf and turf, and his steak was cooked perfectly. The baked potato, however, came with an overwhelming amount of melted cheese--enough for several potatoes. I ordered the blackened grouper. It was cooked well and had good flavor, but the fillet was very thin and wasn't as memorable as other grouper dishes I've had. The whipped sweet potatoes were sweeter than expected from the brown sugar, and the Brussels sprouts were heavily coated in a sweet balsamic glaze, leaving them soft instead of crispy. I think both sides would be better with less added sweetness to let the natural flavors shine. We finished with the Bananas Foster, which was delicious and a fun presentation. It came with three small scoops of vanilla ice cream and half a banana. Since the flaming presentation takes a little time, larger scoops of ice cream would hold up better and not be half melted by the time the fire goes out. We would come back to avoid wait at other restaurants but would try different side dishes next time.

To me this would be 4 stars or really 5. But I'm emotional because my left overs got tossed…read more My daughter and I just moved here this week and every restaurant is SLAMMED. Like it's almost insane. I work in mobile so I'm already crabby for the one hour and twenty minute drive to and from there. I told my daughter I'd take her out to eat. We came here. To my surprise- not many people at all. The bartender was our server she was incredibly tentative and nice. We ordered crab dip 7/10. I would like to see it paired with chips instead of bread stick. I got the catch of the day with a loaded baked potato and side salad which that to me was a 8.5/10. I was so full and so excited for my left overs. The manager was checking on every one and offered my daughter fish food. At this point I have paid and we went to go feed the fish and when we came back everything on the table was gone. My bill was 92 which might be normal for 2 people here I'm not too sure yet. But I was so disappointed. My daughter said it was the best butter noodles she ever had and she ate up the bread.

Inside

Mahi-mahi?

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Coastal Orange Beach

4.1(1.1k reviews)

0.3 mi

The atmosphere and food here are really great! Ocean air is good for the soul! We had fried gumbo…read morebites that were surprisingly good, grouper, shrimp and grits, and shrimp pasta. Everything was really good and flavorful. I also loved my blueberry mojito. Our waitress, Coop was adorable and very attentive. Overall we had a great experience and would recommend. Oh and who can turn down a bushwacker tiramisu??!! It was heavenly!!

We had brunch at Coastal and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. We were seated right…read moreaway and chose to sit outside, where we had a beautiful view of the water. It was relaxing watching the boats and parasailers while we enjoyed breakfast, and the weather couldn't have been better. Everything we ordered was excellent. The Sunrise Chicken Burrito was hearty and flavorful, the Country Benedict with grits was rich and delicious, and the Traditional Eggs Benedict was perfectly prepared. The homestyle potatoes were crispy and well-seasoned, and the grits were creamy and some of the best we've had. The service was friendly, attentive, and efficient without being overbearing. After brunch, we enjoyed walking through the nearby shops, which made for a perfect morning in Orange Beach. If you're looking for a great brunch with good food, beautiful waterfront views, and excellent service, Coastal is definitely worth a visit. We'll absolutely be back.

A view of the outside bar where we sat. We also came here the first night of our visit a week ago, Sunday.

Stuffed Blueberry French Toast

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Coastal Orange Beach

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Bryan R.

10 years ago

We were looking forward to a nice, family meal to close out a great vacation in Orange Beach. Unfortunately, Cotton's managed to fail us in this endeavor. I don't think I have ever dined at an establishment that has "Market Price" on as many items on the menu as Cotton's. How in the world is a freaking seafood platter "Market Price"? It is shrimp, a piece of fried mystery fish, and oysters. You can't price that out? Overall, we were just disappointed in the prices of the food we ate, the inaccuracy of our aloof waitress, and the paltry portions. Anyone that reviews this place and says the seafood is seasoned has either been on a sabbatical in Antartica or has never eaten this delicacy in the southern region. Why are the $28.95 per pound Snow Crab Legs and the $38.95 per pound Alaskan King Crab Legs served cold? I have seen overcooked pasta with less elasticity than the shells on both of these items. It made them extremely difficult to get the meat out of during the meal. Just felt very ripped off and dumb as we walked out of the place. It should be named Cotton's Tourist Trap. read more

Bryce R.

133

10 years ago

If you are visiting from somewhere in the southern U.S., please take the one-star reviews seriously, as the food is extremely bland and lacks any seasoning at all. From the second we walked in the atmosphere of the place was very uninviting and obviously hasn't been updated since 1985. Our server was inattentive and brought the wrong food and drinks. It struck us as odd that half the menu items had "MARKET" as their price; one of these was the seafood platter which had shrimp, scallops, stuffed crab, and grouper, none of which should be at market price. EVER. In addition to the food being under-seasoned, it was lukewarm, almost as if it had been prepared hours before and had been left to sit out. I won't be surprised if I can't leave the toilet for the next few days. Overall, this was by far the worst seafood restaurant I have ever been to in my entire life and we were very disappointed. read more

Maddy G.

12 years ago

They won the Best Steak award for good reason. The Cajun BBQ ribeye was out of this world and my husband's stuffed chicken was not only generously portioned (2 stuffed breasts) but also cooked to perfection. The waitress was friendly and, although extremely busy, kept a watchful eye. We only waited 15 minutes for a table and the waiting area was very accommodating; with a full bar and a friendly bartender, we wouldn't have minded waiting longer. All in all, it was an outstanding experience and we are both looking forward to returning. read more

Elizabeth B.

9 years ago

Get the steak or the fried shrimp! We have eaten there so many times and it's always our favorite place to eat on vacation. We always eat there on the first night of vacation, then try other restaurants in the area, and always go back to Cotton's on the last night. We keep coming back to Cotton's because the steak and fried shrimp are the best anywhere. Unbeatable food, reasonable prices compared to similar restaurants at the beach, and fast, friendly service. We go early to avoid any wait. read more

Patricia C.

10 years ago

This place was horrible from the hostess to the food! Do not waste your time! The employees were very rude sloppy and unkempt! The bus boy looked like he was 12 I think the owner Chris could possible be a pedophile after we left the restaurant he called my 12 year old son and left a message do not know what that was about! He said he got the number from a very rude disrespectful sub par waitress called Annette! Do not go there too many other restaurants in that area to enjoy! read more

Tristan F.

4 years ago

Food is always AMAZING but it's a bit pricey. I took 3 kids and my wife one kid had a chicken kid's meal and the other 2 had crab claws/ crab legs, and we had 2 steaks, price was right at $300 read more

M M.

7 years ago

Excellent food!!!!! I don't know how this place has a 3 star rating. Service and food are always good. We make it a point to eat here every time we come to Orange Beach. read more

Lonnie S.

7 years ago

Our server was excellent no wait for anything, the food was first rate excellent flavor we've been here for a week and this has been the best meal yet. read more

Kandyce M.

100

7 years ago

Great food! Amazing service! I would visit again ANY DAY! I definitely recommend and will be back every time I come back to town!

Danny H.

9 years ago

Garbage, small portions at a high price. With all the other restaurants around, there is no reason to eat here

Milcam A.

1 year ago

Gross, greasy, overpriced. Had to go there due to walking distance, no options and no car.

Madelyn M.

205

7 years ago

We go to cottons every time we are down here. It's a much and it is never disappointing!

Donna F.

7 years ago

The food had no taste. It was bland. Not worth the price they charge.

mark s.

13 years ago

i loved the prime rib.

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