The rolls.... We heard about the rolls that were thrown at you and had to experience for ourselves. We were NOT disappointed! We had an absolute blast here. We had to wait about 15mins for a table which was fine bc it was dinner time and it's a popular spot. We sat down and it wasn't 2 mins when the Famous rolls came out. The young man who threw them was super nice and I swear he should be in the MLB, he's got an arm on him I tell ya. Honey caught his roll with no issues. I caught mine straight in the chest and it exploded. It looked a little worse for the wear but BOY WAS IT GOOD!!!! Our server was super friendly and got everything out to us quickly. There were various servers with fried okra, macaroni and tomato's, black eyed peas, and other amazing sides. My only complaint was that they wouldn't serve me from the kids menu. I had a medical procedure that doesn't allow for me to eat much and the server said she wasn't allowed to serve me from that menu. Aside from that, everything else was amazing and we had a blast. We loved it!!! read more

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04/11/26 This was a fun experience. We arrived a little after 1:30pm on a Saturday and waited about 30 minutes for a table for 2. Our waiter Holden promptly greeted us and brought us drinks. He gave us a few minutes to look over the menu and we finally decided on country fried steak. A gentleman came around with fried okra before our meals came out and it was delicious. This was our first time trying okra and it did not disappoint. Our meals came out pretty quickly and we sat waiting to have rolls "throwed" at us. My husband spotted the roll thrower, put up his hand, and had a roll "throwed" at him that he ended up partially catching with his hand and his chest. I was slow raising my hamd and had to wait for my roll. Surprisingly, I caught the roll. It was soft, but heavy. We then waited for the girl to come around with the apple butter and molasses. We each got a scoop of apple butter and proceeded to enjoy our rolls. We also had the fried potatoes with onions which was the best side second only to the rolls themselves. The sides with our entree - french fries, corn bread, peaches- were okay, but I could do without them. The mashed potatoes and gravy were a good pairing with the country fried steak. The real winners were the "throwed" rolls, friend potatoes with onions, and the okra. Holden was wonderful and attentive. He provided a box to take my leftovers, offered us togo drinks even though all we ordered was water, and went back and got me togo silverware so I could enjoy my leftovers in the car. I don't know if we would go out of our way to return, but it was a fun experience and we enjoyed most of what we ordered. read more

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What a neat place. Be ready to get full and have fun. Such a unique place. They throw hot Hugh rolls around to people across the restaurant. Walk around with fried okra, Blackened peas, fried potatoes with onions, apple butter, sorghum and other stuff I'd imagine and if you want some they give it too you FREE. I thought that was just the coolest thing. It has its own atmosphere for sure. I got the chicken livers and cole slaw avd baked beans. They were out of onions and cucumbers darn it. The chicken livers and the fried onions and potatoes were really good. Check it out at least once. read more

Lambert's Cafe - Huge Roll Tossed to me - Seafood Near Me - Foley, Alabama

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I've been going to Lamberts since 1995. I started at the in Ozark Missouri. I was excited to finally get to this one and as always, it did not disappoint- predictable menu, awesome service, and a great overall experience. I ordered the 10 ounce ribeye with fried shrimp. I asked to speak to a manager to congratulate and compliment, and Darrell came over and stayed at our table at least 10 minutes. Will definitely be back. read more

Lambert's Cafe - Ribeye with all the fixins - Seafood Near Me - Foley, Alabama

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Finally hit this location. Been to the others and always wanted the Alabama lamberts experience. Everything felt right at home. The best staff. Fast food, service and a great overall experience! We will be back as we come down to gulf shores every other year! read more

Home of the "thrown rolls" I might add deliciously fresh from the oven thrown rolls - we came here while staying in a local RV Park, it started out more of a novelty and since we had made no plans for making dinner at the campground. The home cooking was also a draw and we found the food just okay honestly, the rolls and free sides being passed around by the staff was interesting our favorite besides the hot rolls was definitely the fried potatoes. The staff here was very friendly and accommodating after being seated without a wait. We were greeted table side and given menus and placed our beverages order the beverage are large I mean really large. After looking over all the food options we ordered a hamburger steak and liver and onion plate with sides, the food arrived fairly quickly and we were both amazed at the size of the portions (come hungry or definitely plan to share if you partake in the giant rolls and the never ending side dishes being passed around as well as the ginormous drinks or you may not have room for the entree's). It was any enjoyable experience with all the history, wall decor and our visit to the gift shop. The prices are reasonable considering as well as the entertainment interactions between the customers and staff. This is likely a one time visit for us being we aren't from the area. Everyone should experience this at least once it's pretty nostalgic, definitely an all you can eat table-side buffet on steroids... read more

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Four of us enjoyed lunch today. We all agree that the quality of the food items received wior as excellent . Stellar service was received by CHanelle. She was courteous and helpful. I do with that your company made the correct decision and offered COKE products rather than that other inferior soda... Yuck! lol We would return another time and perhaps do a bit of plate sharing as the portions were huge. Thanks for tossing the rolls with such perfection. No one at the table was injured!! read more

I had stayed at a nearby hotel that had recommended this place awhile back, and when I was finally in the area, I decided to try it. I am glad I did. Way more food than I can eat in one sitting. The roast beef was amazing. The rolls are amazing. This is most certainly an experience that you should not miss! Service is friendly. Plenty of beverage refills. Dimly lit inside. read more

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Hubby and I went for late lunch. Bring your appetite it's a lot of food. Hubby had country fried steak with mashed potatoes and corn and also got green beans and had walk arounds of rolls and fried okra. I had the chicken salad on bed of lettuce with tomatoes and sides of Coleslaw and baby carrots. Also had a roll and the macaroni and tomato walk arounds. read more

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I've been in Alabama since Friday and this was the first place that had amazing coleslaw!!! I was so excited. The bread rolls are dangerously good! Had the ribs (amazing!!) and a baked sweet potato. All the food was yummy. It's been more than seven hours and I'm still not hungry! The ambiance is adorable but kinda loud and can be a bit overstimulating/overwhelming for some littles. All the little extras were nice (black eyed peas, potatoes, fried okra, etc). But they came by a lot and it was already a challenge to eat all the food I ordered because I ate two rolls! Haha. So good! Price is pretty good too. read more

Every time we come here it's a fantastic meal - come in hungry and leave full - thanks again read more

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My husband loves this place. For me, not a good place for vegetarians but I knew that going in and was being a good sport. He got the pork jowls (similar to bacon) with two sides of your choice. He got sweet potato with brown sugar (enjoyed) and turnip greens (not his fav). I had a side salad since I was due for some vegetables while road tripping but they do have fried okra and potatoes with onions that are safe for vegetarians apparently. The throwed rolls are actually pretty good too; soft, fluffy and still warm - if you can catch them! A funny and bizarre Southern experience. read more

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What a treat! We still talk about this place years after our visit! The buns they guv out are spectacular! Food is great! It's a show to experience! read more

What can you say that already hasn't been said before? It's the best food at a great price in the greatest atmosphere!! Want great comfort food and rolls that will make your toes curl .. go to Lambert's!! read more

Holy cow is this place a bang for your buck! Food was out of sight, great family atmosphere with the throwed rolls, and fantastic service from everyone involved. read more

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My husband and I like to come after a day at the beach. There can be a long line and our wait was about 20 minutes. These lines used to be for Cracker Barrel but they are now here!! Food comes out quick and before the at they have folks walking around with they call, "pass arounds". This can be friend okra, potatoes and onions or the best, their thrower yeasty hot rolls. Another person can top your head with apple sauce or sorghum. Really good southern cooking. I enjoy and would come back. They also have a cute little shop outside selling their wares. read more

Lambert's Cafe - Fried steak, mashers and geeen beans. - Seafood Near Me - Foley, Alabama

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I have not been to Lambert's since I was a teenager, but had such fond memories of it that I had to make this our first stop when our family went to Gulf Shores We got there around 2pm on a Monday, so we didn't have to deal with a line. I ordered the chicken and dumplings, which were just the kind my grandma made and were more dumplings than chicken, which is how I like it! One of the best parts of going to Lambert's is that they have multiple "pass around" sides that you can get as much of as you want. Most entrees come with at least two additional sides, so you're guaranteed to leave full. The best part of Lambert's is the rolls, and we came at a time that we could get plenty! I had an arm sling while we were there so my daughter became my designated roll catcher and she loved every minute of it. Joy was our server and her positive energy made our experience so much more enjoyable. She interacted with guests and coworkers with ease, and did a great job while training a newer employee. read more

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"Home of the throwed rolls!" And yes, they will throw them to you! Feast for the eyes and the tummy! Everything about this place is generous! I have been here twice and it's a fun place to fill up! The rolls are never-ending as are the Pass Arounds (sides). There's a ton of things to look at here. Decorated to the hilt with all sorts of memorabilia! Old license plates adorn the walls along with photos. You'll see Clint Eastwood and JFK. There's also a vintage stove and information about the Lamberts. The only thing I don't like is that they do not provide a plate for anything that you'd use a plate for before your actual food arrives. They have rolls of paper towels on the tables. You are supposed to use some for your rolls. I also had them drop some okra onto my paper towels because I couldn't wait! They come around with Sorghum and Apple Butter which they will dollop onto your roll. The Sorghum will pretty much run off because it is like a thick syrup. A little too messy to be controlled with a paper towel. I chose the Apple Butter. The Pass Arounds. Staff will bring them around during your meal. It's like free "Add-On" sides. The Pass Arounds are Hot Rolls, Sorghum, Apple Butter, Fried Okra, Macaroni & Tomatoes, Fried Potatoes & Onions, and Black-Eyed Peas. Once your plate of food arrives, you can make room on your plate for these tasty extras! I don't recall what I ordered in 2016, but do remember it was a good place to eat. This last visit in Jan. of 2025, I got the Fish Dinner with Baked Sweet Potato & Turnip Greens ($22.50). I tried the Pass Arounds: Black-Eyed Peas, Macaroni & Tomatoes, and Fried Okra. The Fried Okra was the best, it was served piping hot! Everything was so delicious! I ordered a Sweet Tea and it came in an enormous mug! I didn't need a refill. After you've finished eating, you can head out to their little store. I enjoyed browsing. Out in front of it is a map with pins marking where people have visited from. If you're ever near Foley, AL, give them a try! They'd be happy to throw you a roll! read more

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Definitely a must try once. I enjoyed the fried catfish, okra, blackeyed peas and cukes n onions. It's the atmosphere that makes it! Southern Hospitality at its finest! Loved the Throwed rolls! Great for families Come hungry Leave stuffed read more

On a Saturday in October went about 4pm and wait was about 20-25 mins . These is 2nd time ever eating here it was better this time the last. Sides came by a lot more. Friendly staff like last time got pork chops sandwiches, and wife got chicken and dumplings. If you go home hungry it on you. read more

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Come with an appetite is all I can say! When you are walked in, you are welcomed to A/C boasting true southern smells. The decor is very Alabama on the River or "welcome to our porch" type vibes. Either way, it's inviting, homey, and fun. Now, you came here for the food, but before I get to that, be prepared to wait for a table! No matter the party size. Okay! Food! Do they throw rolls at you? ABSOLUTELY! And it's tons of fun! They will also bring around so many pass around sides and apple butter for your rolls. I ordered Meatloaf that came with Mashed Potatoes and brown gravy and two additional sides: Coleslaw and Baked Beans. The meatloaf was dry and lacked flavor, but the homemade mashed tater and the gravy were so delicious and the beans and coleslaw did not fail me either! So good. My husband ordered the fried gizzards with coleslaw and baked beans as well. He said the gizzards were battered in a thick batter that took away from the taste of the gizzards. Our daughters got the traditional kids meals and did not complain. They enjoyed their meals . The pass arounds!! I tried the macaroni and tomato and it was...interesting. I say PASS! I tried the fried okra: very good; the potatoes and onions: PHENOMENAL!!! ; apple butter:yummy . Here is my take away: great spot for a good family experience, good food, and large portions! Definitely a spot to hit when you're in the area. read more

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Food, service, atmosphere this place has it all. If you're looking for good ole southern food this is it.

Throwback to the past! Such a perfect treat to take you back to Mom's Home cooking. The rolls, thrown, are a perfect treat! Way more food than you can eat in one setting! read more

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I love love love this place. The food was delicious and it was plenty!! They make sure you're well-fed. They keep on coming by with extra foods to try. The rolls are huge! The value you get for the money is unmatched. I will definitely be back next time I'm in town. read more

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The food was great! We had a variety of dishes: liver and onions, roast beef, veggie plate, hamburger steak. It was all delicious. The pass-arounds were also great! Our waitress, Niki, was attentive and very friendly. read more

Lambert's Cafe is a great place for the family to eat for Sunday dinner. You will ALWAYS leave with a full belly from the great food and pass arounds that they load you up with. The building could use some updates but it's authentic and gives it a great vibe. Our waiter, Lionel, was excellent and attentive to our needs. I hope that was his name! read more

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Absolutely loved it. Had always heard about the roll throwing, but we live in Michigan. Totally worth visiting while at Gulf Shores.

Sadly this isn't going to be a complimentary review. It has been a long time since I tried to dine at such a dirty location - from the bathroom to the dining area. I don't think there was one clean spot - including the framed photos and memorabilia on the wall. Upon entering the bathroom, the open stall was filthy. The seat had urine all over it - as did the floor. I had my hands full but had no where I felt was clean to set anything. There is no excuse for an established restaurant to operate like this - none! Have some dignity and pride, Lambert owners! read more

This isn't about the restaurant as much as it's about the patrons. Folks... and yes, I'm talking about yall. The footprints on the floor lead you to the exit. Stop pushing through the host stand with your 14 children trying to get out. I know I know the door works both ways but you're seriously mucking up the flow. Just look down at the big footprints and follow them. I promise, it will make your life so much easier and save you from having to endure the bottleneck that is the host stand. Plus, don't you wanna visit the gift shop?' It's out the EXIT. read more

We were seated right away, it was around 2pm. Nice staff, alot of fun and will definitely return. Rolls fly hot. Get your butter ready!! read more

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Lambert's is a different place. Kinda like a meat and 2 but it's really a meat and 10. They keep bringing samples around of different sides. I took 2 of my out of state work colleagues here, they loved it. It's more of a diner type of experience, not something you'd expect on the Gulf Coast but if you're hungry this is the spot read more

Ambience was great Service was great Food was good. I a good hot roast beef sandwich, the mash potatoes with gravy. The mash potatoes were ok but the potatoes seemed lumpy and the gravy seemed very thin almost watery, but the rolls were amazing, so I'd give it 4 stars, definitely no less read more

Lambert's Cafe - Ambience - Seafood Near Me - Foley, Alabama

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Our family hit up Lambert's in Gulf Shores for the first time over Memorial Day weekend, and let me tell you, those rolls really do fly. The service was awesome, place was spotless, ambiance perfect for loud families, the food was hot and comforting, and we left so stuffed we debated rolling ourselves to the car. If you've never had to dodge bread while trying to eat your meal, you're missing out. We'll definitely be back for more food, fun, and flying carbs! read more

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It's a must restaurant to visit every time I go to Pensacola area. Not only the food is great here but the experience is fun and unforgettable. The highlight experience is when they throw the hot and delicious rolls when you raise your hands. With the big portion amount of the food and unlimited sides that they passed, I would say that the price is cheap here. The service is incredible. All of the servers are friendly and helpful. They also have wonderful atmosphere with a cute southern decoration all over the place. Just can't miss this place out if you are in the area!! read more

Lambert's Cafe - Seafood Near Me - Foley, Alabama

How have I never reviewed this place?! It's one of our required, MUST eat restaurants in the Gulf Shores-Foley-Pensacola area. We had lunch there again today and it was wonderful, as usual. If you're unfamiliar with this place, it's known as the place where they throw the warm rolls to you. Now, for all of you socially anxious people like myself, they won't toss you a roll unless you request one! (Don't picture being bonked in the head, like I did). The other unique thing is "the pass arounds": servers walk around with side items like fried okra, black eyed peas, Mac n cheese with tomatoes and you can request as much as you like in addition to what you order. My husband's go to is the center cut ham steak and while I've tried the chicken pot pie and roast beef, my favorite is the fried catfish. Service is always friendly and fast and it's usually crowded, but it's because it's so good. Also, the decor of the place centers around the family that started this business in the 1940's and I believe it's fifth generation owned now. This location is the 2nd restaurant, with the original in Missouri (I think...!). If you're anywhere within driving distance of Lambert's, I highly recommend. THE BEST. read more

Lambert's Cafe - Center cut Ham Steak, white beans, mashed potatoes & gravy - Seafood Near Me - Foley, Alabama

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Portion size is really good. We got the ribs and it was kinda dry so had to asked for extra sauce . The steak was cook to perfection and best part is they toss a roll at you if you wanted one. Great experience! I took away a star because there were 3 employee at hostess stands that just stared at you without any acknowledgment while coming in and walking out. read more

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I love Lambert's. It is a good meal. Some of our favorites include; pork chops, chicken and dumplings, chicken pot pie, and others. Sides: Mac and cheese, fried okra, fried potatoes. Things that are okay-the rolls are not my favorites, the onion and cucumber is just okay, mayonnaise is heavy in the slaw, mashed potatoes are okay, macaroni and tomatoes, and applesauce are just okay. We enjoy it, and will continue to pig out ever so often. What they do well--is awesome. There are something that I want to be better. The service is always awesome. read more

Lambert's Cafe - Chicken pot pie - Seafood Near Me - Foley, Alabama

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Mediocre food but it's a great place for family and friends to enjoy a good meal. Food is always hot and you will never leave hungry. The rolls are 5 stars all day long! read more

This was an amazing experience of fun with family. I was full before my food came because they feed you fried okra, extra large drinks, and rolls that they throw at you from across the room. The southern hospitality is charming as the waiters and waitresses walk around with unlimited sides and joke just about everything. The place is huge and they are fast with your orders. I got the pot pie, sweet potato, white beans. I tried everyone else's food too. If you want great soul food and a fun atmosphere; you have to check this out. read more

Great service!!! My first visit and we were game for anything! I had never had jowls- but we all agreed I ordered the BEST THING! Other tasty items were okra, rolls, cucumber salad, white beans, liver and onions. Turnip greens and sweet potato rounded out a liver and onions dinner! read more