The Wharf
4673 Wharf Pkwy.
Orange Beach, AL 36561
(251) 224-1900
www.thewharfmarina.com
If you plan a visit to The Wharf you may not need to pack much; it’s got everything necessary for the perfect beach getaway. Take the gals to get beach bags, pedicures and sandals before striding out to the sand. Don’t worry, the guys will be busy taking in all the fishing gear while the kids build stuffies at Build a Bear. When everyone meets back up, snack, dine, drink or hit the nearby theater to round out this trip.
LuLu’s at Homeport
200 East 25th Ave.
Gulf Shore, AL 36547
(251) 967-LULU (5858)
lulusathomeport.com
Margaritaville is anywhere you want it, and you’ll definitely want it at Gulf Shores at LuLu’s at Homeport. Gulf Shores own Margaritaville is owned by Lucy Buffett — singer Jimmy Buffet’s sister. This needs no song to be a popular restaurant. Its fresh shrimp and seductive southern sides take care of that, so shoot for arriving before 4 p.m. to avoid a wait. Its fried shrimp is huge hit, but do not hesitate for order the seafood gumbo with a specialty LuLu’s own Crazy Sista Honey Ale.
The Shrimp Basket
301 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36546
(251) 948-7687
www.shrimpbasket.com
Most southern towns have their own versions of the Shrimp Basket, with delicious, soulful coastal food flavored by the locals who know flavor. For a fast seafood meal
featuring perfectly crisp shrimp and all of the fixins’ grab a bite at the Shrimp Basket. Nobody goes wrong here with the fried shrimp basket and potato salad. Wash it all down with some good ol’ southern sweet tea and your meal will be complete.