We were at The Wharf in Orange Beach doing some shopping and hunting for a solid lunch spot that…read morewasn't a typical tourist-trap beach restaurant. We stumbled upon Bird Dog Chicken and it turned out to be a great find. The restaurant is locally owned, with friendly staff and a steady stream of locals coming in for both dine-in and takeout. We ordered three of the Four Piece Chicken Tender boxes. Two were rolled in their Louisiana Hot and one in the classic Hot Buffalo sauce. The traditional Buffalo was the clear winner for us -- the Louisiana Hot had a bit too much of the 'Louisiana' seasoning for our taste. That said, both sauces were excellent: hot enough to satisfy without being painful, and packed with great flavor. Included Ranch sauce was great too. The chicken tenders themselves were nicely sized (noticeably bigger than Raising Cane's) and came with a generous portion of lightly seasoned fries. Everything was fresh and crispy. Location-wise, it's super convenient -- easy to hop back on the road or head straight to the beach afterward. We'll definitely be back next time we're in Orange Beach! Highly recommend.

Nice fast food place. Super welcoming friendly staff! Food came out quick and tasty. Definitely a…read moregreat place if you want fast

We got our usual order, and the food was what we expected. Unfortunately, this particular location…read morewas filthy. The trash cans were overflowing, the condiment station was a mess, the floors were covered with trash, and the bathrooms were in terrible condition as well. We visited around 8:00 p.m. on a Wednesday night, and it wasn't especially busy. There were plenty of associates behind the counter, so I would have expected at least one employee to be maintaining the dining room. The lack of cleanliness really took away from the experience.

I recently visited and had a burger that I really enjoyed, which is why this experience was so…read moredisappointing. After having surgery, I wasn't able to drive, so I tried to place an order remotely. I called, but they don't accept phone orders. Their message instructed customers to text instead, so I did. They initially responded, but then completely stopped replying and never followed through with my order. The only other option listed was email, which isn't practical when you're trying to order food in real time. For a place that serves great food, the lack of basic, reliable customer service is incredibly frustrating. It shouldn't be this difficult to place an order, especially when you're following the exact instructions they provide.

The food was the greatest thing I've ever had. Being from west Texas we don't have much fresh fish,…read moreit was the greatest Mahi Mahi ever, and the grouper bites were phenomena. The service was amazing. The people there were so kind and helpful on are first time there. Being out side near the ocean and seeing the boats ride by was fun. Hopefully will be back. Thank You The Gulf!

The atmosphere and location of The Gulf are unmatched. Beautiful views, palm trees, and right on…read morethe water. It was very busy when we arrived, so finding a seat was a little stressful. My advice, find a seat, have someone order at the order window, then head to the bar to order drinks. The wait to order food took about a half hour. It was very quick to get our drinks. We were able to snag a couch area on a platform. It was so comfy and we loved the views. A heads up- if you snag a couch like this, kids will get up on the platform and jump off of it. People will step up on the platform and walk extremely close to you. I had to ask a kid to stop throwing sand by us because we were eating our dinner. It was a little chaotic. We were extremely patient and understand, but I could see some people being very upset and annoyed. After ordering, our food came out pretty quick. I started with the coconut grouper bites and they were phenomenal. Light breading, lightly sweat, and flaky. I had the Gulf Grilled Cobia and it was phenomenal. The fish was tender, flaky, and light. No fishiness at all. The sauce on the fish was also delightful. My husband and son had the fajita skewers and both enjoyed them. My husband also had the peel and eat shrimp and said they were amazing at The Gulf. Our drinks were okay. We had better drinks at other places during the week, but they weren't bad. We would return, but try to come on an off-time that wasn't so busy.

Really great little dive bar with a good Philly cheesesteak and a great vibe. Our waitresses were…read moreattentive and quick. We really enjoyed it!

It's been 6 years since my 4 star and gotta report that this spot is a solid 5 and continuing to…read moreimpress!!! ​My honey and I were already regular locals back then, but over the years they have somehow continue to kick things another level when you're not paying attention :-); The Philly cheesesteaks are still the absolute gold standard around here, which is saying a lot coming from someone who used to live right in Philadelphia and knows the real deal. I have a few faves like the cheesy mushrooms and the BBQ shrimp, and nowadaya you can't just look at the regular menu. You have to check out their daily specials board because they are constantly knocking it out of the park with creative new dishes and fresh catches. ​The atmosphere is just even more welcoming, but the outdoor seating is much improved with some sand and stage, perfect for enjoying the coastal breeze. They updated their operating hours too, so they are now open daily from 11 AM to 10 PM. Whether you want to escape the usual tourist trap seafood lines, watch a game on their big screens, or just grab a ice cold beer, or really strong drink, with friendly folks, this place just keeps getting better. If you haven't been by lately, you are seriously missing out. Highly recommended!!! 5/26/26

When I was a kid growing up in Ferndale, Mi. we had a McDonalds with a huge fish tank. The…read moreMcDonalds and fish tank are long gone but this McDonalds reminded me immediately of it. Granted ITS fish tank is much smaller, but still pretty cool. The staff may have been a bit... "Medicated" when we arrived, but the gentleman offering me "Anything they make, just for you, just ask" made me feel more welcome than I have at a McDonalds in a while. So if you are looking for some quick grub away from the beach, stop in.. They'll get you anything they make.

The nastiest food. Couldn't even eat my burrito bc it tasted like it was 3 days old. Waited over 20…read moremins for our food and they forgot our hashbrowns. Had to run in and 2 employees were argueing very loudly.

Friendly, hard working staff . Clean. We got our orders fast . Enjoyed our Blizzard. We will be…read moreback

Visited on June 1, 2026…read more I understand this is a busy tourist area, but this visit was disappointing. The dining room had visible spills on the floor, debris under some tables, and several tables that had not been wiped down. I eventually found a clean table. Although there were only a few customers ahead of us, we waited roughly 15 minutes before placing our order. During that time, there was little communication from staff and no acknowledgement of the wait. After ordering, I went to fill our drinks at the self-service station. While I was doing so, an employee approached carrying our two sundaes and attempted to hand them to me while I was holding cups. When I explained I couldn't hold everything at once, she followed me to the table and set them down. After another 10-12 minute wait, the food arrived cold. The overall impression was of a location struggling with organization, cleanliness, and service flow. Hopefully this was simply an off evening, but based on this experience I would choose another option next time.

I was very excited to get Zaxby's since we don't have it back home came around 8 PM. Food was…read moreestimated to be ready on the app at 8:10. They told me to pull around to the front spot. Some guy is blocking half the one spot that they have all of the staff in the inside was rolling their eyes and laughing when I asked how long the food would take. I understand it's mostly teenagers that work here, but learned some professional professionalism. Cheese courage were burnt and sweet tea had no ice in it Don't understand my wrap that I put no tomatoes no cucumbers, half of it had tomatoes and cucumbers

Another Chain, Another Review!…read more If you're hungry for some quick grab-and-go food and find yourself thinking, "I want chicken," then if you're in Gulf Shores, AL, by all means swing by Zaxby's! For a fast-food stop, this was a really solid choice. The food was nicely prepared, seasoned well, and everything came out just right. Ordering was pleasant from start to finish, and the drive-thru window attendant had a smile and a wonderful attitude, which always makes the stop even better. Since it's a chicken place, of course we had to go with the wings and try a few different sauces, and honestly, it was better than I expected. So don't be afraid to branch out and try some of the different sauce options. The Zax Pack is also a great choice if you're looking for something that will fill anyone up. And don't forget to grab a shake or a drink, especially if they have one of their specials running. Having stopped here several times, I can honestly say I tend to grab those often. Quick, simple, and straight to the point--definitely a good chicken stop when you want something fast. If you stop by, tell them "Phatt Panda aka 1/2 Time sent ya!" I don't get anything for it, but it lets them know I was true to my word and really did leave them a review.

Repeat visitors One of our favorite places to go with a…read moregreat view. Located close to Sail Wild Hearts, other boat rides Always go at least once or twice when visiting Probably a bit pricey, but the food, location, etc is worth experiencing for yourself or with a group of people. Service was good, friendly staff. Look forward to visiting again.

We weren't planning on Tacky Jack's but we drove past it during our dolphin cruise and decided it…read morelooked tacky and fun and we had to go! So so glad that we did! We enjoyed ourselves so much! We were right on the water and had a beautiful view. Our server grabbed our drinks and starter order shortly after being seated. The kids ordered drinks in souvenir cups. I started with a spicy margarita and it was delicious. We also had fried pickles and nachos to start. The nachos were phenomenal. The fried pickles were also very good. I had the mahi mahi tacos and they were delicious. I had them blackened and the sauce on the tacos was delicious. My second drink was a bushwhacker and that was super yummy. We ended with a banana pudding and that was delicious as well. Our server was such a gem! She was so friendly and just awesome. We forgot a souvenir cup and she sprinted to find me. I greatly appreciate that!

BEST Mexican food truck in Perdido Key! This hidden gem is out of sight from the road, but tucked…read moreaway behind a gas station with outdoor seating and great service. We love to call and order takeout, all items are made fresh and fast! We're obsessed with the Birria tacos and Texas quesadilla! A must-go to get your Mexican fix at the beach!

Simple good ass authentic Mexican…read more LOVED the California burrito and the veggie deluxe tacos. Even the beans and rice were fantastic. Not a long line I'm sure due to the hidden location. Must find you're in town. Prob the best and fastest Mexican you'll get in the area

Good food. Amazing staff and service. Lovely ambiance and decor! The girl who was our server was…read morevery sweet and the girl who took pictures of us was aswell very sweet. Would recommend!

Prompt, Friendly, and Courteous Service!…read more We arrived in Gulf Shores this evening after driving from Northwest Indiana, and we were dog tired. I called our order in so that we could just go to our hotel room, eat and relax. We ordered 4 different kinds of quesadillas: 1 Vegetarian, 1 Chicken, 1 Steak, and 2 Shrimp. We also ordered chips, salsa, and guacamole. Each order had its own bowl of veggies, sour cream and pico de gallo included. Nice touch! My server was very polite and friendly over the phone, and was very courteous and helpful when I went in to pick up my order. The food and customer service was exceptional. We will be back!