This was a cool spot. I love exploring when traveling for work. Colleagues introduced me to this…read morespot. Found parking fast and was seated quickly. We were greeted by Svan. I just got a salad with chicken. It was really good and the portion size was for two meals. My colleagues also got salads as well and enjoyed. I would have ordered something heavier but it was later in the evening. I guest that will be a reason to come back. Enjoyed the atmosphere. Staff was great. Food was good. I will return when in the area.

We found this spot the app while traveling to Pensacola beach. I set a reservation for 6 at 7:45…read morepm. We arrived and were seated immediately. The restaurant allows for both indoor and outdoor seating as well as seating at the bar. There are arrangement of booths and regular tables inside. Our server Anthony was very attentive and even gave the table a few recommendations before ordering. We had the bed of croissants as the appetizer. They were nice and fluffy, with a sweet butter drizzle on top. I ordered the shrimp and fries platter . I loved the thick cut of the French fries. My family also had the chicken tacos, the spicy chicken sandwich, the kids shrimp platter and kids pasta platter, and the club sandwich.

My husband and I stopped in for lunch after touring the USS Alabama. We were told the wait would be…read more30 minutes but checked open table and could immediately get a reservation. (I recommend doing that, especially during lunch.) One of my good friends sent recommendations. My husband got the French dip. I hesitate calling it a poboy because I'm from NOLA, and outside south Louisiana, it's just a sandwich . I got the grilled shrimp lunch special with fries. Honestly, spend a little more and get the platter. I'd get them fried, but I can't have gluten. I risked cross contamination and got the fries. They were absolutely worth it. Fortunately, I didn't have a reaction. Trevor was our server, and he was excellent. You could tell he knew the regulars and locals based on how he'd approach new diners. He also gave really good recommendations. The vegetable of the day was a casserole, and Trevor told my husband that was better than the fries. My husband inhaled that casserole. If you're an Elvis fan, request to sit at the table. Overall, I'd definitely come back. For being on Open Table, just know this is a casual restaurant on the bay. Nothing frilly - just good, southern cooking. We will be back!

This spot has a really charming atmosphere and definitely nails the "cute coastal" vibe. Service…read morewas a highlight--staff were genuinely friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from start to finish. That said, the food was a bit of a mixed experience. The chargrilled oysters unfortunately came with quite a bit of shell, which made them difficult to enjoy--though we did manage to find some actual pearl in there, so small win and fun! The grilled fish and shrimp were noticeably overcooked, and my husband's fried shrimp leaned the same way, lacking that fresh, tender bite you hope for. Sides were decent but didn't particularly stand out for my grilled dinner. Husband said slaw and hush puppies were good, my green beans were delicious. Overall, it's a lovely place with great service, but the kitchen execution didn't quite match the setting. With a few tweaks, this could easily be a standout spot.

Supremely underwhelmed with the food this time but the service was still excellent. The restaurant…read morewas clean and well lit. As a family, we came to the Spanish Fort area during Hurricane Ida evacuation in 2021. The food was extremely good and plentiful. Fast forward to 2026, we revisited here and ordered the same seafood plates and was surprised how much they've reduced the amount of food. In 2021, I remember we had 3 catfish filets, imitation crab cake, hush puppies, numerous shrimp, and oysters and everything was hot to taste. It was so much food we needed take out boxes. This time, we were only given 1 catfish filet, four boiled shrimp, 4 fried shrimp, 3 oysters, another imitation crab cake, two cold hush puppies and a plate full of cold French fries. The sides were meh, with canned turnips that were so cold that I couldn't eat them and pretty decent baked beans that were actually tasty. Everything was seasoned very well but it certainly was not worth the $30 price point per person. There was a noticeable difference between what we experienced in 2021 and now. Suffice it to say, we won't be returning here again. Oh how I wish there were a Papadeaux's in Louisiana, Mississippi or the Gulf of Alabama area.

Great family restaurant. This is the type of place you could meet your friends, classmates or…read morefamily for a good old country good time. Everyone thought the food was good. Plenty of options for seafood and American style dishes to choose from the menu. The service was a little slow but I attribute that to the number of people in our group. We were a group of 12. There was plenty of parking, the place was clean and the staff was friendly. The prices were also reasonable.

Half the places weren't open. They had tons of options. Overall the place we did eat from was good…read more Very cool place to take kids because of the park. Just wish they had all the places opened & the bathrooms as well.

Since I've visited, they've added a few things and I still LOVE it!…read more They've added a sun shade in a part of the seating area (needed that), Cammie's Old Dutch ice cream is here (w/ Sno Biz-- definitely needed that), and there's also an adults-only area after 7pm (nice). I'm loving the increased and unique lineup of events coming to the FORT. I attended my first comedy show in the gulf coast area, here last night. Cheers to even more fun times and the evolution of the FORT Container Park!

Nice hiking trail within a housing development in Spanish Fort. The trail begins at a Cul deSac…read morethat is marked by a historical marker sign. The bridge is in diserepair and there are some burned ruins of a former structure, other then that, it was a good hike.

Fairhope Municipal Pier and Park is an absolutely stunning place to visit and is definitely such a…read moregreat gift to the residents of Fairhope, Alabama and its visitors. Truly an amazing view and I enjoyed walking out onto the pier just to enjoy the view. If you so desire, there is also a bar/restaurant about halfway out on the pier. I enjoyed my time here and I will definitely return.

The Fairhope Pier is an excellent choice for walking. You can walk along the beautiful bay and…read moreenjoy beautiful scenery and meet people and walk upon a steady path. There is always an amazing breeze and lots of birds singing to you. There is a beautiful rose garden recently restored and new bathrooms and lots of new drinking fountains with dog fountains attached along the route. You can hang out on benches, sit on the grass with a blanket or sit in your car and enjoy. Come walk, fish or just enjoy life. All are Welcome!!!

Five Stars all the way for Briquettes Steakhouse! From the moment I walked in early for dinner,…read morethere was absolutely no wait. My server, Braxton, greeted me with a warm smile and stayed attentive throughout the entire meal--he made me feel like a VIP. I ordered the petite filet, cooked medium-rare to absolute perfection. It arrived quickly, and each bite was tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The sweet potato casserole surprised me--in general, I avoid sugary sides, but this was so worth it. Briquettes offers a fantastic range of sides, and I went with the grilled broccoli. The char from the grill gave it an extra pop of flavor, a perfect complement to the steak. They even brought out complementary rolls that were delightfully soft and warm. I judge restaurants by their iced tea, and theirs was spot on--refreshing, ideal for a hot Alabama summer. The veggies were cooked just right, and the added bonus of horseradish on the side took my meal to the next level. I actually finished every last bite--a rare occurrence for me! This isn't a bougie, reservation-only steakhouse like you find in big cities. It's a laid-back, hometown gem where you can pull up, park, walk in, and enjoy an outstanding meal without breaking the bank. I'm so glad it's close to home--Braxton and the team at Briquettes have earned a loyal customer. I'll definitely be back!

I have eaten at Briquettes numerous times, and it never disappoints. They have a few locations in…read morethe Mobile area, and I have eaten at the location on Montlimar and the location at the Eastern Shore Mall. My go to is their ribeye, and it is usually seasoned and cooked just right. But I took my wife and daughter to the Spanish Fort location for lunch and to say I was disappointed would be an understatement. The ribeye, although cooked to temp tasted like the chef poured liquid smoke on it. It even smelled like smoke. I took one bite and that was it. The waiter came over several times and never asked why I wasn't eating it. When I asked for the check, he asked if I wanted a box to go and I told him no way. My wife insisted that we take it home to the dog, but she wouldn't eat it either. So disappointed in this location. What happened?!? NOT RECOMMENDED

The food was delicious and substantial portions…read more Service was great! Lively and fun. Price point was reasonable for the food. Fantastic views!!

I really wanted to give them a better rating but it was not good at all. The boiled shrimp was so…read moreovercooked that we couldn't peel them properly. The shrimp stuffed inside of our fish still had peel on it. The oysters were good and so was the huge banana pudding but that's it. We told our waitress about the shrimp but nothing was done about it. For the high prices that you pay it should be better quality.

Took grandkids to Freddy's for supper, and we were all very impressed. The service was fast and…read morefriendly. The restaurant was very clean and well lit. And we all enjoyed our food. We had chili on fries, chili dog with cheese curds, chicken strips with fries, and cheesy fries. Everyone enjoyed their chosen meal. We will definitely be back!

We popped in today because my points were expiring. My friend had the double and I had the all beef…read morehotdog. I love the toasted bun and the all beef dog and just plain. It tasted great. My friend loves their double and we both love their fries. They were busy when we arrived but the lady behind the counter was on her A game and kept the line rolling. The restaurant was clean and it was loud today because of the crowd. We will be back.

We stopped in today because I received an email stating that they offered a 6 oz sirloin, 2 sides…read moreand a soda for $12.99. The steaks were cooked to medium rare to perfection and the best taste even though they were only 6 ounces. My complements to the chef!! The mashed potatoes and gravy were the standard and I love those. The green beans were nothing great and the rice was like a rice pilaf. This is an excellent deal for a Wednesday night dinner. Our server was friendly and kept our table never went without. They have music in the background and the place was clean and the temperature was better today than last visit .

On Dec 31, 2025 I ordered dinner for two with a coupon for ten dollars off I had from using…read moreInstacart. My son ordered a hamburger with loaded baked potato and I got a small steak that came with two sides, I selected sweet potato casserole and French onion soup. The meal was just over 60.00 even with the ten dollars off discount. The steak was tiny and tuff as shoe leather, in fact I considered repairing my boot sole with it. The French onion soup was ( I measured, 3 ounces lol) that's not even 1/2 cup. It was ok because it was not tasty and although I basically live across the road from the restaurant it was cold and I threw it out, it lacked any characteristics of the classic dish. FYI a normal individual serving of soup is 8 to 10 ounces. The sweet potato casserole was pure sugar, I have to admit it tasted ok, but I wouldn't have intentionally ordered dessert for dindin. Now for my son's burger, the bun was hard as a brick! We threw it out and I put his meal on a brioche bun I had at home. The " loaded baked potato wasn't very well baked and certainly not loaded but I was left wondering if maybe the kitchen staff were baked and loaded. A total waste of 60 + dollars and tip we should have gone to Five guys with much better food for a fraction the price!