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Jesses Restaurant

4.6 (704 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Classy
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating

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Short Rib Tacos
Robert S.

Stopped by for lunch after wanting to for a long time and was not disappointed! I had the Taco Special which consisted of 3 short rib tacos with corn salsa. They were amazing. I thought they were a little small but had huge flavor to make up for it. Service was also great. Will be back.

Aged Rib Eye (Medium) with Parmigiana Fries and French Green beans
Douglas B.

We passed by as we went through Fairhope to Gulf Shores and there in almost the middle of nowhere you're forced by a speed bump to slow down is Jesse's. We decided to look it up and it had great reviews and so we decided let's try dinner there and this was a great choice. Walking in we did not need a reservation but this is the type of establishment you would want one at very quaint outside, very elegant inside. Well let's get to it... the food, the food!! We started with the Lollipop Chicken and what an appetizer, perfect size and so yummy! I ordered the Rib Eye dry aged in house and I cannot say enough about this steak it was perfect and well worth the $68.00 I paid. My wife got the Filet and it was melt in the mouth good! Our waitress Julia or Julianne (I am getting old) was amazing and was a professional. I would travel as far as needed to come back to Jesse's

Key lime pie with blueberry topping. Yummy!
Kim T.

Service was good. Our waitperson was Tycie and she was the best part of dinner. She told us that steaks from Jesse's were on a top 25 list in the country. Not even on top 10 steaks I've had. My medium rare was closer to a med well, which was ok, but it was dry. I paid an extra $16 for one (also overcooked) scallop that had a really funky taste. I wouldn't go back. The dessert was really good, though. Key lime pie. The ambience was not what I expected. We had a 2-person reservation made well in advance and they seated a 12-person party with multiple children right next to us. So it was a family-style seating arrangement with family-style cooked average steak.

Thanksgiving dinner was fantastic

Wonderful meal at Jesse's Restaurant Our server Parker was great and attentive Thank you for a memorable experience Thanksgiving 2025!

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Leisa W.

We had lunch no waiting . We had the crab dip as appetizer and I had the brisket sandwich like a French dip with Au juice . My Husband had the burger. We split the tiramisu

Skirt Steak and Risotto
scott h.

Phenomenal meal and service! Steaks are legit and delicious. I had the skirt steak and risotto and it was fantastic. Sat alone at the bar and was very well taken care of. Can't recommend this place enough.

Soup Du Jour - chicken tortilla
Annie P.

December 2024; quaint and comforting resturant, nestled under an oak tree with lots of plants and green space. The ambiance is comforting and feels like returning home to enjoy your moms for a home cooked meals. The meals are delicious and flavorful! Highly recommend this hidden gem.

Paul C.

Great steaks, baked oysters were outstanding. Service was excellent. A great casual fine dining experience.

Chris M.

This is a restaurant worth the drive! Cute little place looks like a house but inside is much bigger than we thought and great atmosphere! We went for special occasion but will be back for a normal weekend visit soon! Great food!

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Great vibe and menu. Been multiple times and never disappointed. Steaks are my favorite

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We go to the restuarant a couple times a month! It's absolutely our favorite in the Fairhope area. The food is always spectacular!

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