The architecture is cool, the restaurant is huge with 2 levels plus a pool area (which has a stage…read morefor music sometimes) and from our experience this is the best sit-down restaurant on Dauphin Island (admittedly a low bar). Seafood definitely seems fresh and local, my wife loved her grilled shrimp po-boy and I got a seafood platter with fried shrimp, fish, and oysters that were perfectly seasoned and tasty. We were very happy with everything, and liked that the shrimp were peeled & deveined which we prefer but was unusual to find when we lived in New Orleans. Service was good, drink options sufficient, and the top level has a pretty good view even if you're not seated on the window. We typically cook on Dauphin Island for various reasons including usually travelling with a dog, but Pirates is a gem definitely worth visiting on any visit to Dauphin Island. Bravo!

Likely our last visit for a while as we move our boat up to Fairhope next week. We arrived on a…read morefriday at 5:45, the wait was 35 minutes. Imho, they were seating faster than each waitress could keep up and it affected our service for sure. They were slammed, so I left the 4th star. We ordered eveything at once as we were there a while before our waitress Tanya made it over. Beer / wine, gumbo, fried fish dinner with baked potato and fried okra, she had the ahi tuna with sauteed spinach. We finished with cheesecake and a berry sauce. Everything was tasty, I had a fish filet and enough okra for another meal. The view, makes this place, the building architecture, if you like that, I do, and the food is consistently tasty. When we visit the island going forward, this will be our first pick.

It's a yearly tradition to stop by Lighthouse Bakery for their cinnamon rolls. They never…read moredisappoint and are always delicious. If you visit Dauphin Island, you will want to make time to stop by the bakery!

Lighthouse Bakery is a required stop when on the island. Cream-cheese danishes were so soft,…read morecreamy, and fresh! Chocolate-hazelnut turnover was flavorful and right balance of sweet and pastry. The croissants were so fresh that they were still warm. They were flaky and delicious. The chocolate croissant has a light layer of chocolate on that delicious croissant. The cinnamon rolls have a wonderful flavor but were slightly dry.

The food dilemma on the island continues! So this little place is right next to the ferry, near the…read moreaquarium. We came for lunch. No indoor nor outdoor dining. You order at the window, get your food...then be gone! I mean, food was good. We got a cheeseburger, a Greek chicken wrap, and two gyros. You get charged an upcharge for paying with a credit card. Food was good. But dang, dauphin island. Why is food so difficult!

Cute little waterside snack shack. A good place to get a burger or breakfast sandwich. Loved the…read moreMardi Gras latte with bright color sugar crystals on top. It was pretty and tasted delicious! Had a breakfast egg and cheese sandwich on an English muffin and it was perfect. A great stop near the Dauphin Island ferry for breakfast and lunch. Definitely try their specialty latte if you're close by.

A favorite for locals and visitors. The menu is beachy with…read morefresh seafood and delicious staples. The gumbo is really good. What it lacks in heat (not very spicy), it more than makes up for in shellfish meat! The bisque is as good as any I've ever had. Pretty and tasty drinks. They have a special Moonwalker that sounds like an insulin coma in a glass and it's probably worth it. Locals gather at the bar in the afternoon and evening. They're dog-friendly and have water bowls on the patios. This looks like the place to catch the game, get updates on the local gossip, find out what is being built a few blocks away, and what's biting 1 miles off shore. Service was friendly and prompt. Food was consistently delicious. Prices are island prices, a little higher to account for the great location. A basket of shrimp and oysters, seared scallops, po boys and burgers, pasta, oysters on the half shell, and some of the sweetest and best hush puppies I've ever had.

Busy place but they do take reservations, which I recommend. The food was flavorful and served in…read moregenerous portions. There are two outdoor seating areas. I would recommend the outside back bar. Inside restaurant area is a little cramped but that is where they had the live music playing. Even though it was busy both times we visited, the staff was friendly and provided attentive service!

Went to Dority's for the first time even though we live in the area and loved it! Tonight was the…read moreperfect weather for being outside enjoying good music by The Free Radicals and awesome food from Doritys. The service was great when we ordered and the young girl was able to make some great suggestions. My husband got the crab fried rice and I got the pad-woo-sen. it was delicious! Will be back for sure!

We stopped in on a small plane. A man named Brandon that lives near the airport saw us walking…read moretoward another food source and offered us a ride. He mentioned his family owned a place called Doritys that had Thai food and without persuading us, we opted to give it a try because the guy was so hospitable. The food was great, the atmosphere/music was great, and Brandon's SIL even offered to get us a ride back to the airport. I will be going back to DI if for no other reason, to hang out at Doritys. 10/10 recommend.

Got a couple of burgers and fries for lunch a few days ago. I waited in the car while my mother…read morestayed inside. It took a hot minute, but everything was cooked to order and so hot that I burned my fingers stealing a crinkle fry! Yum! Crinkle fries are the best! The burgers were really good! And had fresh veggies on them (ie. iceberg lettuce, tomato, onions, and b&b pickles). They just needed a little salt. Prices were pretty high, but it IS the Island, so it's to be expected. All in all, I'd give the food a 9/10! And, sorry there's no picture, but I was hangry!

I mean, it's a decent gas station (they offer Ethanol-free gas which is a nice option for boaters…read moreand those who want better gas for their cars) and the convenience store hot food is above average. For a gas station. It's probably a statement on the Dauphin Island food options that so many people rave about the pizza and breakfast sandwiches - which are fine, sometimes pretty good. Service is usually vaguely friendly and convenience store retail & food/drink options are fairly standard. The Chevron has a prime location on Dauphin Island which is more convenient than the other gas station, but when the closest McDonald's is 20-30 minutes away I guess that makes this the best breakfast sandwich around. C'est la vie.

Stopped by to grab some ice cream. The service was quick and pleasant staff. On a hot day the…read moreseating area under the deck will keep you cool and comfortable. The view is limited, but does have a small deck on upper level with a nice view. By the way caramel sea salt Sunday was amazing

Stood at the window for over 10 minutes. No acknowledgement what so ever. Yes, they were making…read moreothers drinks but to ask if I've been helped or if I had been taken care of would have been just fine. Or the acknowledgement would have been fine. We just wanted quick bottled drinks and finally gave up. And the lady clearly noticed me as she looked out the window. Repeat visitors of the island and wanted to go to less congested place. Fail.

Good food Kinda slow getting food…read more Pizza and wings tasted great Glad we went Fun place to go for sure

Went on our first night in town and the food was so good!…read more It was raining so the patio wasn't available so the inside was packed but we got there at just the right time for a big table for our party of 7.