Best food I've had in gulf shores. Service is great. Outdoor seating is perfect. Wife got the crab boil and it looked amazing. read more

The Catch - Blackened Fish and grits - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

First- It was ridiculously loud. The coconut shrimp were fantastic. Some of the best I have ever had . Everyone ordered a boil. It was described as "Old bay garlic butter". It absolutely was not. It was light you on fire spicy. I love spice. But this was too much. The sauce was also extremely thick. More like a roux or a gravy and not a boil. My family loves crab boils and we eat them regularly. They gave no gloves, no bibs, no trays, no anything you would normally get. It was quite literally a hot mess. Not sure if we would go back. Overall it was just ok. read more

The Catch - Seafood boil - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

The atmosphere here is nice. The food is just ok. I ordered grilled shrimp and potatoes and broccoli. The shrimp was delicious, broccoli was fine, but the mashed potatoes were instant potatoes. They were bland and unoriginal. I would like to see a home made potato for the price of the food. I feel like restaurants these days just serve blah and expect us to pay too much for blah food. Do better "The Catch". Also it would be nice to see some other options that are not made with flour. read more

Best food we had in gulf shores hands down. Reasonably priced and just fantastic flavor all around.

We were staying in Gulf Shores for four nights this past week for our first time. We had dinner from here several times as we were renting an Airbnb a block away. The drinks were very tasty, and we had an assortment of dishes over the few days. Most everything was pretty good. My boiled shrimp were delicious and cooked perfectly, but my Caesar salad was not very good and they forgot the Parmesan cheese on top. The fish sandwiches were very good, but the chicken wings were a little bit dry. It's a cool place right across the street from the beach. I can't really comment on service because everything was to go since we had small children back at the house. read more

AMAZING food and FABULOUS service!!! Great atmosphere with beautiful views! We drove about an hour to come try this place after hearing so many great things about it. It was definitely worth the drive and DID NOT DISAPPOINT! Our wait was pleasurable. We sat at the bar while we waited and they were great to us while we waited! Our waitress's name was Kennedy and she was incredible, very attentive and went way above and beyond to take care of us the entire time! It was so helpful that she knew the menu and recommended several things to us that were so delicious. We had the Firecracker Shrimp appetizers per her recommendation and it was awesome! My husband ordered the Creole Snapper Delight -- it was absolutely DIVINE! I had the Snow Crab and Kennedy made sure that we were both 100% satisfied with everything! We also had the Key Lime Pie for dessert... and again... absolutely DIVINE!!! We have recommended this place to many and we will definitely be back! read more

Lovely night out with my family. The live music was great. Kaila, was our server and she did a wonderful job. I had the Surf N' Turf Burger, it was so yummy! Can't wait to eat here again. read more

The Catch - The Surf N' Turf Burger - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

We sat on the landing at barstools facing the water. That smoked tuna dip? Delicious! We had the larger boil and some fried okra. Spicy and delicious, shrimp was cooked to perfection. The waitress was a gorgeous girl from New Orleans who expertly served us. The drinks were delicious. And the prices were great. And... that's right... you can bring your puppies! Perfect location to sip drinks and enjoy the view as the breeze blows on one of the most beautiful beaches in the United States. read more

Food was okay. Kinda bland. But great atmosphere. Kid friendly. They do have an elevator if needed. The waitress was nice. The shrimp boil looked like it would have flavor but it did not. My husband had the surf and turf burger, he said he wouldn't get it again. My kid liked his shrimp platter. read more

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Ate there last night Sunday 9-21-2025. The restaurant had that funky bleach disinfectant smell you get with seafoods . I got the shrimp and cheese grits. Too many grits. I think it could have been jazzed up with a sprinkling of finely chopped Jalapeño. And a little mango.. maybe some asparagus fronds. Everyone else enjoyed their food. Wait staff was attentive and kept us well hydrated with drink. So it was ok as a place to eat but I enjoyed flavor that pops. read more

We came for dinner on a very busy Friday night. We had a large party and were told the wait would be a little over an hour. Keeping in mind it was a Friday night the wait didn't bother us at all. We planned to wait in the bar and have a few cocktails while we waited for our table. A spiked blond (possible a Manager) told us we couldn't wait in the bar as the tables were for dining. The tables sat empty for almost 30 minutes we would have paid much more for pre-dinner cocktails if allowed to stay. Keep in mind several tables in the dining area were empty and just needed to be bussed and set for dining guests. The restaurant was severely understaffed. The bar area had 1 bartender (She was working so hard) for the entire restaurant. I must say, the serving staff was extremely pleasant and very focused on keeping everyone happy and understanding of the long waits. Indoor and outdoor dining was available. It was extremely hot and humid outside. The bar area was very comfortable with air conditioning until the Spiked Blond opened the garage doors opening it to the patio area and creating another hot and humid venue within the restaurant. We were seated after about an hour and a half. Our waitress was outstanding and apologized for the long wait. Our food was good but not great. Mixed feelings about this location. read more

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Great food and service, but the radio music was too loud for any lunch conversation..

The food was absolutely amazing and very flavorful! Our waitresses Kennedy and Nye were very helpful and attentive. They knew the menu well and that's super helpful!! The environment is loud so if you're wanting a quiet place this is not but I had fun here read more

Had the red fish. DELICIOUS! Very friendly waitress. Food came quickly. Great atmosphere. All-around great experience.

I never complain about food service, because I understand that shit happens. But this was unacceptable. We waited for almost two hours for our table. I finally decided to ask the hostess when our table is going to be next, to only find out that they didn't have us down, even though we put our reservation in and got a pager. They blamed us for why the pager didn't go off for possibly being outside the facility, when we were in the area of the facility. Then the girl came over to apologize for her mistake, which we did appreciate, but then proceeded to tell us that she never uses the pager when she is downstairs, and that another table apparently took our spot. So then why give us a pager?! No management came over to check on us at all. The poor sever did a great job and I know it wasn't her fault. But we got our food, and got one wrong order, and ended up giving us "on the house" batch of crab legs to make up for her mistake. I still tipped her good because again I know it wasn't her fault. But this was seriously so fucked up. We finished eating at 9:30. The biggest takeaway from this really long review and the only review I've ever done on yelp, is that this business did not take accountability, there was no hospitality, and was absolutely not worth it. Seriously do better. read more

The Catch was recommended by so many people and it did not disappoint. The food was great even though they were out of fried okra! The service was great and the atmosphere was fun! Live music! Games! Amazing food! read more

Very meh. Great view but the food is nothing I'd write home about. I'd choose a different place.

Leah was the best server I've ever had, I'm naming my first born daughter after her because she was so amazing! 11/10 service read more

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First time here... we chose to sit inside because very hot outside. The inside wasn't exactly what I'd call cool by any means. I ordered a side salad... very nice size, but it was warm?! The 3 others in my group ordered both shrimp & fish. And both were good. We all seemed to think prices were a bit higher then what we typically pay for those type of meals. I usually take pictures of our food... but didn't this time read more

The food, service, and hospitality were AMAZING!! The staff were so helpful answering all of our questions. I got Fish & Grits amd a side of okra. Let me say, they were so creamy and delicious!! I was concerned about the crawfish sauce, but it gave the grits a fantastic flavor! The okra was fried crispy like I love them! Definitely 10 out of 10 for this dish! My son and nephew got the Crab Boil with the sauce on the side and they loved it!! Hubby got Coconut Shrimp (forgot picture) and he said it was delicious!! We will definitely come back when vacationing. read more

The Catch - Blackened Fish & Grits --DELICIOUS!! - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

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I ordered shrimp and grits Shrimp was mediocre Grits were thin and runny like the sauce they put on it (which was very salty) Service was very good but I'm still not interested in returning anytime soon read more

Our 1st time and I was ready to try something different since salmon is my go to dinner, it was an easy decision and one I am glad I made. I wish I had asked for the sauce to be left off (I believe it was a basic BBQ sauce that I didn't enjoy) however the salmon and the mango salsa had a great flavor. read more

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The food needs much improvement. I started with a smoke tuna dip. It was not smoked at all. It tastes like it came out a can. It was overly creamy with a mayonnaise. I asked our waitress if they had some liquid smoke to give it some flavor. Of course they said no. I had the crab legs and they were just soaking in grease, butter and obay seasoning. My son and mother-in-law had the shrimp platters. They were overcooked and rubbery. The french fries were cold. The vegetables were over steamed are boiled. My sister-in-law had the fried red fish. It was not good either. ......n The only good thing about that restaurant was the atmosphere and our waitress Ashley. She was very pleasant and nice. If it was not for her we would have left gone somewhere else. read more

A great experience. Walked away with a full belly. My waitress chase was both friendly and knowledgeable. I would suggest bringing an appetite and getting a seafood boil. read more

The Catch - Seafood boil - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

Had some great red fish here! Prices are a bit high, service was great. Will definitely be back. read more

tourist trap!!! the food was cold when served and poorly seasoned, the service was okay but the food made this place 100% not worth it. The meals are all over priced for the quality of what you get. read more

First things first, if you're coming here for a boil, DONT! They don't give you gloves, bibs, or additional necessary tools. The only thing you're given is a seafood cracker and two wet wipes. Overall the taste of the boil was good, but the crab left something to be desired. The fried pickles were some of the best I've had. The service was good and attentive. We sat outside, so of course it was hot, but they have adequate fans blowing. Overall, it was just okay. I'd go back but I would not get the boil. read more

I ordered a blue Long Island and I'm pretty sure it was straight juice. The crab boil is AWFUL. Super spicy and almost had a tomato flavor to it. I never complain about food but this was honestly the worst place I think I've ever eaten at. read more

The Catch - This is the sauce for the boil. DISGUSTING. I didn't eat the food, but I removed it for the picture. - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

The service was good, right on the beach with the ocean view! The fish was tasty but the portion was a bit too small in my opinion. read more

The Catch - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

Visited while in Gulf Shores on New Year's Day 01/01/2026. View of beach was awesome food on the other hand was quite a disappointment. Side dishes and fillers make up majority of main corse on seafood dishes we ordered making the price to portion extremely high !!!! read more

The Catch has a good atmosphere and friendly staff. This was our first visit and we were happy with the portions and the pricing. However, overall we dealt with a long wait time and a need to reorder certain items due to them running out including fish. They did discount our meal due to the wait so that was appreciated. The food once it arrived was very good so we would recommend in hopes that they will improve their planning going forward. read more

One of the best meals I have ever had in my life! We walked in at 8:20. They close at nine! We asked if they were still willing to take us and the manager said they would feed us if we walked in at nine. The nicest staff, very appreciative and attentive. 5 The ambience was amazing. Perfect stop and topped our vacation! read more

The Catch - Seafood Near Me - Gulf Shores, Alabama

Previous reviews showed the chicken Ceasar salad as being great and they did not lie. It was fabulous. My husband had the coconut shrimp and he said it was the best he's ever eaten. Service was great too! read more

Food was just ok. Ambiance was nice and clean. Great loactaion. service was fine.

Amazing food. One of the best we dined at during our week at Gulf Shores. Great service friendly and fast. Ask for Ger read more

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The food was delicious and the service was great. Very clean and roomy. Indoor and outdoor seating.

Initially we were the only ones in there and service was almost too quick....only after we ordered did we see the sign that said the specials and we didn't even know what the catch of the day was. Ended up quickly ordering the lobster and the crab cakes, which were just OK. It was raining and the whole restaurant was cold and there was nothing hot to drink on the menu like a cup of coffee or tea. The waitress brought our bill in the middle of our lunch, and shortly afterwards asked to take my husband's plate while he was still eating. He grabbed his crab cakes sandwich and said OK....and finished eating it with crumbs falling over the table. I would have probably eaten some of his potatoes and pickles if the plate was still there, lol. When we used the restroom we did enter another room smaller that was warmer, so if it's chilly maybe you can ask to sit in there. Probably would have been a better experience if we ordered differently, were told the catch of the day, and were less rushed. read more

Thanks Kennedy, Lauren, and Rihana for excellent service!! Crab Cakes and Fish dinner was great!!

We celebrated St. Patrick's Day and stopped here for an early dinner. Great service, view and food. Karen was excellent and helpful with suggestions. We had peel and eat shrimp that was so fresh and easy to peel. My husband had the crispy fried grouper sandwich and an old fashioned. The perfect combo to celebrate This was our 2nd trip so I had the salmon, again. It's just very good. Everything was perfect! read more

The prices are expensive for what you get because the flavors aren't anything to write home about. We ordered the shrimp platter, chicken salad, snow crab legs, shrimp poboy, and fish and grits. They also don't allow substitutions. The service was excellent, though, and we only had to wait about 20 minutes to be seated. read more