128 E 1st Ave
Gulf Shores, AL

Dining in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama is unbeatable. From freshly caught seafood and exquisite desserts to delicious coastal cocktails, the food scene at the beach is incredible. However, the fantastic food isn’t the only reason to dine out here. The restaurants that line our beaches offer unbelievable and picturesque atmospheres. Explore these 10 Instagram-worthy restaurants in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach for your next post.

128 E 1st Ave
Gulf Shores, AL

You’ll want to start a photo shoot as you walk into Picnic Beach in Gulf Shores. From picnic tables and a gazebo standing on bright green turf to a wooden wall with hanging plants and swings, there are plenty of places to snap a pic while here. Not only is the restaurant Instagrammable, but so is the food. Colorful salads, bowls filled to the brim with vegetables and fruits, and berry cheesecake set the scene for a food photo shoot. This spot in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama also offers blankets, board games and picnic baskets to use as props for adding extra cuteness to your photo staging.

27500 Perdido Beach Blvd
Orange Beach, AL

You may not picture shipping containers as the ideal backdrop for a photo, but the upcycled building that holds The Gulf on Alabama's beaches is the ideal spot to snap a pic. This casual and trendy restaurant is made entirely of bright blue shipping containers that sit right by the water. Palm trees, chic furniture, and rustic picnic tables all add to the stylish atmosphere of The Gulf. Grab an order of shrimp tacos and a refreshing cocktail while you’re here for a perfect food pic.

100 E 2nd Ave
Gulf Shores, AL

Take a walk down memory lane while in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, alabama and visit the Sunliner Diner. You’ll be transported back to the 1950s as soon as you step into this jiving place. You’ll find a jukebox playing classic rock and roll hits, stunning vintage cars, and a milkshake bar serving handspun treats. Bring your cat-eyed glasses and neckerchief and order a burger, shake, and a side of onion rings for the perfect ‘50s-inspired picture.

25603 Perdido Beach Blvd
Orange Beach, AL

There’s nothing better than finger-licking southern barbecue – except when it's in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama. Moe’s Original Bar B Que in Orange Beach offers award-winning barbecue, delicious soul food, and amazing bushwackers in a relaxing outdoor hideaway in the sand. Complete with picnic tables, road signs, lush greenery, and colorful photo cutouts, you’ll fill your stomach and photo album at this BBQ oasis.

137 E Gulf Pl
Gulf Shores, AL

If you’ve visited Alabama’s beaches, you’ve probably noticed the Pepto-pink building that sits right on the sand at Gulf Place in Gulf Shores. This casual spot is the iconic Pink Pony Pub, which has been serving family fun and good eats for over 65 years. The well-known bright pink restaurant features a painting of a pony enjoying a cold beverage on the front of its building. Its outdoor deck is perfect for watching the water from above and offers excellent photo opportunities.

101 E Beach Blvd
Gulf Shores, AL

Throw up your shakas and head to The Hangout for good vibes, great food, and plenty of photo ops. Located directly on Alabama's beaches, The Hangout in Gulf Shores is the premiere spot for casual waterfront dining, complete with family fun, tasty cocktails, and live music. Prime spots for a picture include the wall of lunchboxes, crayon sign, large Adirondack chair, surfer statue, and giant shaka. For a truly memorable image, hop up on your table and dance. Yes, this is allowed and even encouraged!

313 E 22nd Ave
Gulf Shores, AL

Need a coffee fix while in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama? Foam Coffee in Gulf Shores is the first craft coffee shop in the area and serves locally roasted coffee. Choose between colorful smoothies, specialty lattes, and special daily creations. The inside of this quaint and trendy shop is a coffee-lover’s dream. Pastel colors, cute succulents, and modern decor create the perfect scene for an insta-worthy caffeine post.

27844 Canal Rd
Orange Beach, AL

A trip to Alabama's beaches calls for dining in a tiki hut. You’ll enjoy your meal at Tiki Bar at Safe Harbor Sportsman Marina while feeling the coastal breeze and watching the waves. This casual watering hole offers a relaxing atmosphere complete with live music, cornhole, and delightful drinks. Dine inside the hut under the string lights and catch live sports on the TVs . Or­­ sit outside at the vibrant picnic tables in the shade of the colorful canvases. Coastal cocktails + tiki hut = the perfect beach picture.

101 E Beach Blvd
Gulf Shores, AL

Our area is filled with plenty more fabulous restaurants that offer enticing eats, refreshing Insta-worthy cocktails, and amazing environments. If you snap a picture at any of these spots, be sure to tag us @visitalbeaches, so we can see your vacation photos!