Patrick’s Gulf Shores Guidebook
Food scene
Relaxed picnic-themed eatery with wood tables & faux grass offering BBQ meats & comfort fare.
25 locals recommend
Picnic Beach
128 E 1st AveRelaxed picnic-themed eatery with wood tables & faux grass offering BBQ meats & comfort fare.
Classic dishes served in a laid-back venue in a state park, plus an expansive garden & live music.
18 locals recommend
Woodside Restaurant
20249 State Park RdClassic dishes served in a laid-back venue in a state park, plus an expansive garden & live music.
If you like tapas and great views this place is for you. Super chic & comfortable atmosphere. Excellent quality food with fine dining presentation. Candlelight tables, fire pits, great service. You can eat inside or outside. You can sit outside and enjoy the fantastic view around the fire pit while drinking beachy cocktails. Valet parking is validated.
18 locals recommend
Perch
21196 E Beach BlvdIf you like tapas and great views this place is for you. Super chic & comfortable atmosphere. Excellent quality food with fine dining presentation. Candlelight tables, fire pits, great service. You can eat inside or outside. You can sit outside and enjoy the fantastic view around the fire pit while drinking beachy cocktails. Valet parking is validated.
Coffee & Smoothies
Wonderful little place and super clean! 100% recommend. Amazing interior and exterior vibe. On top of great coffee you get the coolest coffee shop and atmosphere. The owners and baristas are also the nicest and most helpful people. Don’t waste your time going to anywhere but here, Foam is a must-see & taste for Gulf Shores!
16 locals recommend
Foam Coffee
313 E 22nd AveWonderful little place and super clean! 100% recommend. Amazing interior and exterior vibe. On top of great coffee you get the coolest coffee shop and atmosphere. The owners and baristas are also the nicest and most helpful people. Don’t waste your time going to anywhere but here, Foam is a must-see & taste for Gulf Shores!
Sleek chain for custom smoothies made with yogurt, sherbet & nutrition-oriented add-ins.
Planet Smoothie
22843 Perdido Beach BoulevardSleek chain for custom smoothies made with yogurt, sherbet & nutrition-oriented add-ins.
Bars
Hidden gem, small beach bar with great selection of wine & food. Wine tasting on Wednesdays & amazing charcuterie selection! Great customer service and attentive.
10 locals recommend
Lauria's by the Beach
412 W Beach BlvdHidden gem, small beach bar with great selection of wine & food. Wine tasting on Wednesdays & amazing charcuterie selection! Great customer service and attentive.
Great, outdoor atmosphere in an open setting with some amazing live music in the evenings. Amazing selection of drinks!
The San Bar
4851 Perdido Beach BlvdGreat, outdoor atmosphere in an open setting with some amazing live music in the evenings. Amazing selection of drinks!
Red Or White at The Wharf
4851 Wharf Pkwy EGreat small wine shop that offers small bites while you sip on wine.
Parks
Charming, 12-acre park in a lush coastal setting featuring a variety of native wildlife & wetlands.
8 locals recommend
Wade Ward Nature Park
500 Gulf Shores PkwyCharming, 12-acre park in a lush coastal setting featuring a variety of native wildlife & wetlands.
Great facility with restrooms, snack bar and event space on the beautiful beach
7 locals recommend
Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion
22250 E Beach BlvdGreat facility with restrooms, snack bar and event space on the beautiful beach
Attractions
Boat rental service. The boat is awesome and Captain Harold was informative, knowledgeable and fun. You will not be disappointed. The sunset cruise is a perfect way to spend the evening and making great memories with precious friends.
Back Bay Sailing Adventures
5749 Bay La Launch AvenueBoat rental service. The boat is awesome and Captain Harold was informative, knowledgeable and fun. You will not be disappointed. The sunset cruise is a perfect way to spend the evening and making great memories with precious friends.
Downtown OWA
100 N OWA BlvdLots of shopping and dining options! Lots of picturesque places!
Outdoor amusement park with go-kart tracks & bumper boats, plus roller coasters & arcade games.
160 locals recommend
The Track
3200 Gulf Shores PkwyOutdoor amusement park with go-kart tracks & bumper boats, plus roller coasters & arcade games.