Brick & Spoon
Down-home Southern cooking with favorites like shrimp and grits and creative plates like their famous OMG pancakes.
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Morning Guide
Best Breakfast in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Fuel your day on the Alabama Gulf Coast—our favorite breakfast stops for hearty plates, classic comfort food, and must-try specials.
One of the great things about vacation is the freedom to eat whatever you want. While you’re taking a break from your daily routine, you can take a break from your diet, too.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day—especially if you’ve planned a full itinerary. Start with something hearty, then head out for beach time, shopping, or exploring the coast.
Top Breakfast Spots
Another Broken Egg Café
An upscale twist on breakfast classics. Don’t miss the Lobster City Grits with andouille sausage and smoked gouda.
Duck's Diner
All-American breakfast staples. Try the banana-stuffed French toast with butter-pecan sauce—and a “Hair of the Duck” cocktail.
Kitty's Kafe
Beloved by locals for variety—especially six different kinds of eggs Benedict. Arrive early for the best seating.
Hazel's Nook
Home to a popular breakfast buffet—tasty, family-friendly, and filling enough to power the whole day.
Plan Your Morning & Stay Nearby
On vacation, why not take a break from your diet as well? Start each morning right at one—or all—of these unique Gulf Coast breakfast spots.
Breakfast FAQs
If you’ve planned a full itinerary, a hearty breakfast helps you start strong—whether you’re heading to the beach, exploring Orange Beach, or enjoying a full day of activities.
Brick & Spoon is a favorite for down-home Southern cooking—popular choices include shrimp and grits and their well-known OMG pancakes.
Another Broken Egg Café is known for elevated breakfast plates—try the Lobster City Grits with andouille sausage and smoked gouda.
Duck’s Diner is a go-to for classic breakfast staples. Their banana-stuffed French toast with butter-pecan sauce is a standout.
Kitty’s Kafe is known for variety, including multiple eggs Benedict options. Arriving early can help you get the best seating.
Hazel’s Nook is known for a popular breakfast buffet—family-friendly and filling enough to power the whole day.
Yes—vacation is a great time to explore unique local breakfast spots. Try a different place each morning, then plan your day around beach time, shopping, and coastal activities.