There are no ifs, ands or buts about it: Along the beach byway, we’ve got the best bites, period. Our access to the freshest gulf seafood, combined with our culinary culture, has resulted in a number of award-winning chefs and restaurants calling the Alabama coast home. Below, you’ll find our guide to eating like a king while venturing along Alabama’s Coastal Connection Scenic Byway. Dig in!
Upstairs at Fisher’s at Orange Beach Marina, Executive Chef Bill Briand relies on his Louisiana heritage and our local ingredients to create a regularly changing, seasonally inspired menu. From incredible seafood dishes to craft cocktails to desserts too pretty to eat, there’s something to please every palate.
Executive Chef Laurence Agnew heads Jesse’s Restaurant in Magnolia Springs (and opening this spring on Ft. Morgan Rd. in Gulf Shores). He has perfected the art of preparing unique cuts of dry- and wet-aged steaks, bone-in cuts and fresh seafood. Jesse’s atmosphere is perfect for big celebrations and intimate gatherings alike. Finish off your meal with dessert and an after-dinner coffee cocktail from their wide selection.
Perdido Beach Resort’s Voyagers, led by Chef Brody Olive, provides authentic coastal cuisine well suited to the panoramic views. A seasonal menu with fresh ingredients results in beautifully crafted dishes accompanied by first-class service. Pair your meal with something new from their award-winning wine list.
Everyone loves a fried seafood shack, but when you’ve got a hankering for something upscale or you’re celebrating life’s big occasions, chefs along Alabama’s Coastal Connection are eager to whip up something magical for you.
