It's been 6 years since my 4 star and gotta report that this spot is a solid 5 and continuing to…read moreimpress!!! ​My honey and I were already regular locals back then, but over the years they have somehow continue to kick things another level when you're not paying attention :-); The Philly cheesesteaks are still the absolute gold standard around here, which is saying a lot coming from someone who used to live right in Philadelphia and knows the real deal. I have a few faves like the cheesy mushrooms and the BBQ shrimp, and nowadaya you can't just look at the regular menu. You have to check out their daily specials board because they are constantly knocking it out of the park with creative new dishes and fresh catches. ​The atmosphere is just even more welcoming, but the outdoor seating is much improved with some sand and stage, perfect for enjoying the coastal breeze. They updated their operating hours too, so they are now open daily from 11 AM to 10 PM. Whether you want to escape the usual tourist trap seafood lines, watch a game on their big screens, or just grab a ice cold beer, or really strong drink, with friendly folks, this place just keeps getting better. If you haven't been by lately, you are seriously missing out. Highly recommended!!! 5/26/26

10/10 best sandwhich place in gulf shores! Located right under the bridge and tucked away. Sandwich…read morewas 10/10 and prices were unheard of! Alcohol prices were very cheap! Was packed and rightfully so! Love the house made chips. This is a dive bar so super casual. Has live music outside and outdoor seating.

The atmosphere and location of The Gulf are unmatched. Beautiful views, palm trees, and right on…read morethe water. It was very busy when we arrived, so finding a seat was a little stressful. My advice, find a seat, have someone order at the order window, then head to the bar to order drinks. The wait to order food took about a half hour. It was very quick to get our drinks. We were able to snag a couch area on a platform. It was so comfy and we loved the views. A heads up- if you snag a couch like this, kids will get up on the platform and jump off of it. People will step up on the platform and walk extremely close to you. I had to ask a kid to stop throwing sand by us because we were eating our dinner. It was a little chaotic. We were extremely patient and understand, but I could see some people being very upset and annoyed. After ordering, our food came out pretty quick. I started with the coconut grouper bites and they were phenomenal. Light breading, lightly sweat, and flaky. I had the Gulf Grilled Cobia and it was phenomenal. The fish was tender, flaky, and light. No fishiness at all. The sauce on the fish was also delightful. My husband and son had the fajita skewers and both enjoyed them. My husband also had the peel and eat shrimp and said they were amazing at The Gulf. Our drinks were okay. We had better drinks at other places during the week, but they weren't bad. We would return, but try to come on an off-time that wasn't so busy.

Don't rip me off!…read more Food great! Portions great! Service great! View great! Don't change me $10 extra for two tiny condiment cups for guacamole and sour cream!!

Tasteless sandwich, except for the overwhelming taste, of vinegar. The contemporary Christian…read moremusic, blaring from the PA system, was kind of creepy. I thought Jesus tried to warn us about people like this.

So, we walked in 30 minutes before closing. They had already started cleaning the grill and putting…read morethings up. When we ordered, they didn't write down the order, or put it into the computer to read, just yelled it across the kitchen. Because of this and laziness, they got both of our sandwiches wrong. There's a lesson to learn from this. Don't be lazy, and do things the right way. Also, if you want to close at 8:30 Instead of 9, then change your hours.

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.

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

I've been craving a proper lobster roll, and Zeke's absolutely delivered! It was AMAZING--exactly…read morewhat I was hoping for. The fries were really good too, and I have to mention the ranch because I am PICKY about ranch and this was the good kind! The drinks were also a win. We tried the margarita and strawberry daiquiri, and both were so good and refreshing. The kids got butter noodles and chicken, my husband got the fish, and everything at the table was a hit. No disappointing meals here! Great food, great drinks, and that lobster roll alone would bring me back. Definitely one of our favorite meals of the trip!

I drove two hours just to try Avenue Pub. I had never heard of the restaurant before and only…read morediscovered it through a Facebook post, but it was absolutely worth the drive. The first thing that impressed me was the ample parking. The restaurant also has a small private beach area for customers, along with a great bar area overlooking the water. The property is handicap accessible with both ramps and stairs, making it easy for everyone to enjoy. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted by Assistant Manager Taylor. He made me feel extremely welcome and even recommended a lunch item from the menu. I took his advice and ordered the Pork Ribeye Sandwich, and it was absolutely amazing. On the side, I had a salad with their homemade ranch dressing. Without a doubt, this is some of the best ranch dressing I have ever had. The bartender, Cody, was outstanding as well. I tried the Lime Margarita, Blackberry Mojito, and the Strawberry Basil drink. Every one of them was fantastic. You can tell this is a place that people genuinely enjoy working at. The staff were friendly, the atmosphere was relaxing, and the customers all seemed happy to be there. It's rare to find a restaurant that gets everything right, but Avenue Pub comes very close. If you're anywhere near Orange Beach, I highly recommend giving this place a try. I'll definitely be back.

I'm Loving the vibe. This was a highly recommended place. I must say the Blonde bushwwacker was my…read morefave.. We also ordered the wings- subpar, hamburger were recommended and they were said to be top notch. So ofc I had try it and coming from Texas we had high hopes as the bar is set high. With that said, the burger was good, I have had better but for the other food I have eaten in the area I would agree that it was the best burger around here. But for the items we ordered, it was over priced. we sat at the bottom dock area, no server and we had to go to a window to order everything. Sorry no photos.

Food and service was excellent. The ladies both behind counter and in kitchen were ultra pleasant…read more French dip was delicious. It was hot we ate inside, not much vive inside though.

Food was great. Atmosphere is not the best. Service was eh. The workers were on their phones and I…read morehad to wait for her to look up from her phone to take my order. Prices are kind of high for serving size but as previously mentioned the food tasted good.

What an amazing experience, start to finish! We (5 + a high…read morechair) arrived around 5 PM and were seated immediately. Our 18 month grandson decided to throw a fit immediately upon sitting down. Kristy B, without being asked, immediately brought a small plate of french fries and shredded cheese. The "beast" was tamed! Kristy was SO attentive and proactive throughout the meal, which was exceptional all around. 2 filets, crab cakes, ahi tuna and kids burger, were all delicious. The sides were spot- on

Not worth waiting an hour for this food. It was ok. Service was ok. Regret waiting an hour for a…read more$300.00 bill

Excellent spot! Good sauce, just the right amount of cheese, Pepperoni was crunched to perfection…read moreand so was the crust. I got a small Pepp and it was perfect for 1 hungry person...I'll definitely be back the next time I'm at the beach. One suggestion is if they could pull off a Gluten Free pie that would be massive!

While traveling I prefer to eat at local places. TikTok landed us here…read more We had the pepperoni, meat, and supreme. We ordered a total of 8 boxes of pizza Ms Tracey was kind enough to help me carry them to the car. This pizza was so good that we went back to order more a day later Both times there was a 45-60 min wait time but it was worth it

We were at The Wharf in Orange Beach doing some shopping and hunting for a solid lunch spot that…read morewasn't a typical tourist-trap beach restaurant. We stumbled upon Bird Dog Chicken and it turned out to be a great find. The restaurant is locally owned, with friendly staff and a steady stream of locals coming in for both dine-in and takeout. We ordered three of the Four Piece Chicken Tender boxes. Two were rolled in their Louisiana Hot and one in the classic Hot Buffalo sauce. The traditional Buffalo was the clear winner for us -- the Louisiana Hot had a bit too much of the 'Louisiana' seasoning for our taste. That said, both sauces were excellent: hot enough to satisfy without being painful, and packed with great flavor. Included Ranch sauce was great too. The chicken tenders themselves were nicely sized (noticeably bigger than Raising Cane's) and came with a generous portion of lightly seasoned fries. Everything was fresh and crispy. Location-wise, it's super convenient -- easy to hop back on the road or head straight to the beach afterward. We'll definitely be back next time we're in Orange Beach! Highly recommend.

Nice fast food place. Super welcoming friendly staff! Food came out quick and tasty. Definitely a…read moregreat place if you want fast