Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

Gulf Shores Restaurants with Beach Views

Great food and a great view at the same time — these Gulf Shores and Orange Beach restaurants serve up fresh seafood specialties right on the water.

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Spending time at the beach and eating delicious food are both vacation priorities — and on the Gulf Coast, you don't have to choose. During your stay with Brett/Robinson, spend your evenings at one of these beachfront restaurants with gorgeous views, fresh seafood, and fantastic service. Here are the places we recommend.

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Beachfront Restaurants We Recommend

Open-air restaurant seating with a bicycle parked beside the deck
Orange Beach

The Gulf

Built entirely from old shipping containers, this seaside spot pairs delicious seafood with curated music from its vinyl collection. Relax with family and friends right on the water at 27500 Perdido Beach Blvd.

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Gulf Shores

Gulf Island Grill

An island-themed menu with something for everyone, plus an incredible view of the beach. Enjoy tropical drinks and world-famous seafood dishes steps from the sand.

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Orange Beach

Pleasure Island Tiki Bar

The perfect deck view — you can see the water from the deck, the bar, everywhere — with sightlines to Terry Cove and Perdido Pass. Great happy hour, a delicious grill menu, and amazing live music.

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Gulf Shores

The Hangout

Freshly caught shellfish and seafood, plus Gulf Shores' premier entertainment venue and home of the Hangout Music Fest. Expect frequent live music, games for kids, and much more.

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Gulf Shores

Sea-N-Suds

The freshest seafood at bargain prices — crab claws, oysters, shrimp, and wonderful gumbo, plus fried seafood dinners perfect for the whole family, all with a view of the ocean.

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View the Sea During Dinner

Make your Brett/Robinson stay even better with an evening at one of these beachfront restaurants. Start planning your trip with a Brett/Robinson travel expert today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are all waterfront restaurants on the beach?

No. Some overlook the Gulf and sand, while others face bays, coves, or marinas. Choose the setting that suits your plans.

Should we reserve a table?

Check the restaurant’s current reservation and wait-list options before heading out, especially for a large group or a busy weekend.

Can we walk to dinner from our rental?

That depends on the building and restaurant. Check the route and crossings from your exact rental before choosing to walk.

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Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals

Why Book With Us

Brett/Robinson Vacation Rentals is a family-owned vacation rental company in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama, managing more than 1,800 condos, beach houses and hotel suites along Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Guests book Gulf-front and bayfront rentals directly with the local team that operates and maintains them, including the Phoenix condominium towers, with in-house housekeeping, on-site maintenance, staffed Service Desks and 24/7 guest support. Whether you’re deciding where to stay in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach, you can compare beachfront condos, bayfront resorts and beach houses in one place.

Family-Owned & Local

Locally owned and operated beach vacation specialists for 40+ years. We live here. Read the Brett/Robinson story.

Staffed Service Desks

Our staffed Service Desks each serve a group of nearby buildings, and our Hwy. 59 office serves our other properties. Your pre-arrival page tells you exactly where to check in.

Touchless Check-In

Use our touchless check-in or check in at the Service Desk. Your confirmation email and pre-arrival page list your exact check-in location and instructions.

In-House Housekeeping

We run our own in-house housekeeping and laundry services for fresh linens and clean accommodations, keeping properties to a high standard of cleanliness.

On-Site Maintenance

We provide on-site maintenance and security at many properties, plus regular inspections, secure access and 24/7 emergency assistance.

Area Know-How

We serve Gulf Shores (including Fort Morgan) and Orange Beach, and our specialists know the best restaurants, music venues and fishing spots. Start planning with our Gulf Shores & Orange Beach area guide.

Book direct with Brett/Robinson: reserve online, pay through the guest payment portal, and reach our reservations team at 1-800-211-7892. Browse Gulf Shores condos and Orange Beach condos.

Pets: our condos and hotels do not allow pets. Four beach houses accept pets: Pelican Roost, Pipedreams, Sea Oats and WindSwept.

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