We tried a bit of everything and were impressed by the quality and presentation. The whipped feta with pistachios and crustini and the crispy goat cheese over marinara made for perfect starters. For the mains, the savory crab cakes with grilled asparagus, the perfectly seared scallops in a creamy pea and mushroom sauce, and the unique watermelon-feta sweet tea brined chicken tenders were all outstanding. Everything we got was delicious. Service was a little slow and had to remind our waitress for a few items during peak times. read more

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Found this place on a search and wanted to check it out based on the rating. Made an easy reservation. Didn't know it was part of a hotel/resort, but that made no difference. Parking was accessible and plentiful. Definitely a quiet atmosphere during our visit We assumed it was a favorite local spot, but was definitely not busy during the lunch hour we went on a weekday. The hostess was super friendly and welcomed us in to our reservation. Kept it simple and just ordered two lunch items. Only appetizer we hit was oysters and were good. Small but fresh. Grouper sandwiches were different but very good. Our waitress, April, was attentive and pleasant in attending us. Definitely will make an effort to visit again. read more

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Everything about this restaurant was great. Our server was the sweetest, the food was top notch and the atmosphere was cozy. We didn't even make past appetizers (wasn't a bad thing) before we were full. I can only imagine how good the entrees were if their apps were this good. read more

Foodcraft - Oysters and tuna nachos - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

We ate here for our first official night of vacation! We made reservations weeks in advance to make sure we got in and it was delicious! I got the gulf fresh catch & my daughter got the sweet tea chicken tenders. Then the dessert...the peach crumble and oats thing was indescribable. Our server Alex was so sweet & kept on top of everything! The whole vibe was perfection. 10 out of 10 recommend! read more

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Had dinner here tonight couldn't make up my mind Tara was my server and she was very helpful suggesting some of the favorites here I ended up with the half wedge salad with grilled shrimp mmm and the serving was ginormous Thank you for your help Tara! read more

Foodcraft - Half wedge salad with Shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

Food is terrible and overpriced. We got 8 things and they were literally all bad. Standouts were the worst wedge salad I've ever had-The dressing was literally blue cheese from the wishbone bottle and half the lettuce was brown and the worst steak frites I've ever had-terribly seasoned steak and horrible cut of meat full of fat. Service soooooo sloooowwww. Started off by being sad and waiting a full 25 minutes for someone to even come to our table and bring water before we approach the hostess to say that we didn't appear to have a waiter and then watched her negotiate with one before her finally coming over after that the waitress was good, but the food was still really slow . Bad wine list. Cute place but that's about where it ends. read more

I love their Breakfast Buffet! They have everything you could want from fresh fruit, pastries to scramble eggs, grits, sausage, bacon, sausage and gravy and an excellent omelette station. The drink assortment is great with juices, milk, tea and coffee. You can also get your favorite cocktails from the bar. Addison our server was on his A game today and made us feel very welcome! The restaurant is always clean and welcoming. We will return as this is the off season. read more

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Very cute restaurant with a great view inside a hotel. The menu all looked good. I have a shellfish allergy so my options are always limited. We got the catch of the day that came with Brussels and risotto and it was just okay. I think the food is average for the higher price point. If you go here, sit outside, ocean view and at sunset it's beautiful. read more

Foodcraft - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

We ate here on three occasions, one for breakfast and the other two, dinner. The breakfast buffet was One of the best I've ever had. Perfect date night ambience. The service was exceptional except our last visit seemed the waitress was friendly but really got side tracked easily. Overall good experience. For dinner, we had the ribeye steak and fish and chips which was by far the best dish! The next night my wife had ribeye and I got the catch of the day which was a red snapper grilled. Was good but fish and chips was a home run. Personal opinion, Disappointed with Bacon jalapeño shrimp appetizer. . . No easy way to eat it and just didn't wow us flavor wise. Highly recommend Foodcraft overall though. read more

Foodcraft - Kermit lynch wine and bread appetizer. - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

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The service was a bit slow but the food was wonderful, hence the 4 star rating. The place was beautiful and as we sat outside, overlooking the beach, it couldn't have been more peaceful. As the sun set, the staff brought out little lamps for each table, but it was still pretty dark. Having some hanging lights above would have helped. Our group of 5 ladies ordered steaks, salmon, snapper, pasta, and crab cakes. And we shared the bacon & shrimp stuffed jalapeños. They were delicious. Overall a delicious meal. read more

Foodcraft - Crispy Snapper - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

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The BEST meal we have had all year!!!! This place is gorgeous and watching the sunset over the beach as we ate was magical! Our server was so sweet and personable she made our dinner such an enjoyable experience. The drinks, appetizer and our meals were all cooked and or made to perfection! It is SO rare that everything start to finish just keeps getting better! Afterwards we went outside to sit by the fire and watch the stars...such an incredible place! My only critique is they have some great gluten free and allergy friendly options but maybe they need to add a gluten/dairy free dessert. read more

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We were seated by the window and had the perfect view of the Gulf of America. The food was exceptional and the ambience was very laid-back. Our server Ethan did a fantastic job. Highly recommend visiting Foodcraft. read more

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Service and food was terrible. Avoid at all costs! Charbroiled oysters were cold, but good news salads were hot.

Love this place! Beautiful views and great food! Love their spicy jalapeño pineapple margarita. Justin the bartender is great. Our server was sweet. We had the fish bruschetta as an appetizer. Have had their hummus as well as their chargrilled oysters. Also their salads and entrees are great! One of our favorites!! Drinks are the best!! read more

Staying at The Loft with my family. Had dinner here twice in a row and really enjoyed it. Tried the "catch of the day," which was the red snapper with brussels and risotto. It's a large plate and was very good. It was so good, I had it twice. My husband had the pecan-crusted mahi with brussels and squash puree, which was yummy. My girls had cheeseburgers, and those were just OK. read more

Located in the Hilton hotel at Gulf State Park. Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts, and cocktails here at Foodcraft with brunch on Saturday & Sunday. Sit inside or on the patio for stunning water views. This was a large group experience during lunchtime. We were attended to well. Server was friendly and helpful. I had the smashburger, which was good. Some ladies had seasonal salads & sandwiches. Most were not uber impressed. "It was good, not great" Would still consider coming back to try something new maybe during breakfast or dinner service. read more

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Amazing service, great drinks and staff were super friendly. Terrific atmosphere! Food was excellent!!! Great flavor on the ribeye. And perfect risotto!!! Definitely be back soon ! read more

Foodcraft - Grilled gulf shrimp with risotto and layered asparagus. - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

Exemplary service from Sam today for lunch! She suggested remoulade sauce for the oyster Poor-boy and it was perfect! Excellent paring with the local brew. Fried green tomato BLT was amazingly delicious with the tomato bisque soup. Even though we were satiated after our meals, the lemon blueberry bread pudding was too much of a temptation...and worth every calorie! Don't miss this clean & scenic spot on the Alabama Gulf Coast inside the Gulf Shores State Park on the beach. read more

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Overpriced but not bad. It is what expect from a resort style dining. Servers were great.

Beautiful coast view but that's all I can say. Had a reservation. Got seated and then no one ever came back. Three tables that were sat after us were served and still nothing. Wouldn't come back. read more

a great time! however our waitress was pretty inattentive, but she had a large table. management prob should not have let her have that large of a party and multiple parties outside. not very fair to her. otherwise, food was pretty good! fried goat cheese bites were one of the best things ever. read more

We ate at Foodcraft every morning for breakfast while staying at The Lodge, and overall it was a great experience. The first day, our waitress wasn't very attentive, but service improved noticeably on the second day with a different waitress. We opted for the breakfast buffet each time, and it was really good! Honorable mention goes to the waffle maker and the made-to-order omelet station -- both were fantastic. The fruit was also impressively fresh and flavorful. Just note that they stop serving breakfast at 10 a.m., so be sure to get there early. Definitely a great spot to start the day while staying at The Lodge. read more

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Outstanding food. Service was top notch and the atmosphere was very relaxed but people were nicely dressed. We went for brunch and it did not disappoint. If you are in the area. Stop by. You won't regret it read more

The management here is failing their staff and customer's. Our table was not set for our group size and we had a reservation and waited for the table to be set up. Oysters came fast and were good. My bar drink was 15 plus minutes in the window and came watered down. Remade was better but wrong bourbon. The whipped feta sounded really good so we ordered some along with the oysters. I'll never know if it was good because it never came. The entrees were fine but came out very very slow. The salads came with the entrees not before so table space was a fight for all the plates. I wanted the catch of the day but the kitchen refused to sub the warm potato salad for the polenta so I had the shrimp. The blackened shrimp lacked seasoning and everything was one note. I tried the warm potatoes salad from someone else's side and it's not potato salad at all, it's just fingerling potatoes with a little onion and again one note. The food was average at best and service subpar but again I say maybe because management wasn't around or their training was lacking. Certainly not worth the price. The space was beautiful so maybe the food and service can level up. read more

Still a great spot for cocktails and dinner near sunset.. fast service in December low season. We tried an old fashioned and beach mojito- both tasty .. apps of seafood au gratin and shrimp soup were excellent. Wedge of romaine salad was enough for 2 and tasty too. Clean beach ambiance with cushioned and comfortable seating.. read more

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Good food, good service. Nice ocean views. More of a seafood place than steak house. A little pricey. . read more

Fish & Chips was very good. Service was quick, great view and I would come back. If you're staying at the hotel, state park or attending a conference this would be worth it. read more

Food was perfectly cooked, seasoned, and uniquely plated. Patio seating was beautiful! Waiter was attentive. Will definitely eat there is we return to the area again!! read more

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By far favorite place to eat in Gulf Shores. Great service, awesome food, and great with our kiddos.

Pretty good place to eat. We stayed at the lodge for a birthday, and liked the menu of Foodcraft vs Perch (they are in the same building, so similar view and vibe). We were there on a Sunday night and didn't need to make a reservation. It was about half full. We got the fish & chips and chicken & dumplings. The fish was extremely crispy/fried and a little different (no fries, smashed fried potatoes instead). My husband liked it but he had horrible heartburn for hours after (not normal for him) so just be aware it is very heavy and fried. I enjoyed my dish, the chicken was cooked and seasoned very well and was tender. It was also a big portion. Bread service is $6. It was good, we got plain butter, olive oil, and chili crisp (tasted similar to a brand I buy for home). Fine if you really want some bread but it could have been complimentary. I would skip. We got chocolate cheesecake for dessert. It is more like a mousse but it was rich and very chocolately. Really good! We spent around $100 with a tip. Service was okay, maybe a little frosty. It was raining so we were inside - the view was lovely and we saw dolphins in the ocean from our table. Coastal, slightly upscale vibe, but not fancy. Not a place you need to dress up much. read more

The ambiance is fantastic and modern! The valet service is free and convenient (tip-based), and the food is always great! read more

Foodcraft - The view - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

Staying at the restaurant, so we stopped in for a late lunch. Our server, Destiny, was great-friendly, attentive, and efficient. I got the Blackened Ahi Tuna. Very tasty--not much 'blackening' and no zing in the wasabi, but great tuna, nice fresh veggies, and overall very good. My wife got the Farmers Market Salad and added shrimp. The salad was excellent, with a nice vinaigrette and fresh greens and veggies. $9 for 4 small shrimp seemed a bit overpriced. Good wine list and a smattering of beer and other alcohol. Not an extensive bar, but adequate. read more

Not sure of the mixed reviews but this food was awesome! I really loved it and so did everyone with us. We had breakfast twice and dinner once. Each time was exceptional. The buffet was really good. All the food well prepared and properly seasoned. Some of the best potatoes and grits, especially for a breakfast buffet. I opted for the banana bread French toast both time and have zero regrets! Not too sweet and a nice sear on the outside. Bacon was crispy and delicious. For dinner I had the ribeye with potatoes and sautéed spinach. Steak was a little fatty but still great. I included fried oysters and so glad I did. One of my fave parts of the meal. Bread service was delicious as well. The service was friendly and helpful. This being inside the hotel is a huge draw for me. read more

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Visited my family in Alabama recently and we went here for lunch. The restaurant is beautiful and beachy and the view was why we came. The food was quality and the service was good. My step dad really liked the fish and chips and everyone agreed it was the best meal at the table. My chicken pesto sandwich was good and hit the spot. My mom and husband's meals didn't wow anyone, but we would give it another shot and try new things. read more

This is my family's fourth holiday visit and we won't be back. The food was ice cold. Cold fish, cold ham, cold soup. The roll was hard as a brick. They served Caesar salad and had no Caesar dressing (they did eventually find some). No seasoning on the beans and the dressing was made with sweet cornbread. Overall, the food quality was much worse than in years past. The music was even not as good - in the past they had a classy two or three piece jazz ensemble and this year they had a man playing country tunes on a guitar taking requests like he was in a bar, definitely not a Thanksgiving vibe. I brought new people this year and had raved about the experience and was embarrassed and disappointed. We will not be back. read more

Highly recommend if you are staying at The Lodge at Gulf State Park. Clean and classic space. Understated coastal vibes. Friendly wait staff. Food recommendations: Appetizer: Honey Glazed Goat Cheese 100% delicious! 1. Ribeye was delicious and large! 2. Crispy Skinned Snapper. 100% order this fish if you like fish! Served with a tortellini. The cream sauce was light and complimented the dish well. 3. Lemon blueberry Bread Pudding: just make sure they serve it warm...they forgot and had to bring us new bread pudding. But it is delicious. Do not order: 1. Do not order the crab cakes. There was basically zero crab in them. 2. Brownie sundae: name was very misleading. There is no brownie! 3. Banana pudding: very meh. read more

Fish & Chips. I know it sounds simple, but if they can get this right everything else is got to be great!. Yeah, I got fish and chips... I love malt vinegar and so I saw the words malt vinegar and asked the waitress if I could get some. She told me yes and that on the plate there was malt vinegar aioli, tarter and ketchup. Um... .the Aioli was the bomb... I was dipping my fries (chips) in it. It was awesome; flavor was just right and strong. Everyone else loved their food. Sorry I didn't get a picture of the plate. I was hungry and so there's that. I can't wait to go back in September. read more

This place has been an awesome hotel restaurant! It's super cute inside and the food is great. I've had breakfast & lunch here now and not a bad meal yet. The cheese grits were DELICIOUS. read more

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I ordered the Ribeye steak medium. The temp was perfect but the cut was so fatty I couldn't eat most of it. This is a pic of what I couldn't eat out of an unknown weight but I'm guessing 10oz. The broccolini and the collard greens were awesome - the collards were actually spicy but not too spicy. read more

Foodcraft - Ribeye steak - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

Orange Beach Gem, can't go wrong with any of the fish dishes. I Recommend the Red Snapper over Cauliflower with a side of house spicy sauce. Club Sandwich with Fries was also good. Great Service and with fantastic ocean view. Thank you read more

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