Seafood Hotspots
Alabama’s
Gulf Shores and
Orange Beach
Thirty-two endless miles of sugar white sand and
turquoise waters are calling you. Explore the area’s
diverse selection of culinary hotspots and authentic
cultural activity options.
B
enefiting from a location on
the northern shore of the Gulf
of Mexico, chefs in the Gulf
Shores and Orange Beach area take
advantage of the freshest local seafood
to prepare mouth-watering treats for
your taste buds. Couples may wish to
park their flip-flops under the table at
a charming beachside eatery for a casual meal with a beautiful waterfront
view. Or check out the area’s collection of casual fine dining restaurants.
Regardless of your preference, the culinary scene of Alabama’s Gulf Coast
features authentic local and freshly
prepared cuisine found at family
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owned restaurants.
Be sure to sample a plate of steamed
royal reds during your stay. These
cold-water shrimp are only harvested
in a few locations, and the Alabama
Gulf Coast is fortunate to call this
large, lobster-like tasting shrimp a
local delicacy. Other inviting local
seafood ranges from fresh cobia and
grouper to triggerfish, scamp, redfish
and speckled trout, just to name a few
of the many fish found in the area’s
bountiful waters. Most local eateries
also offer great wine lists and cocktails to compliment your culinary
selections.