32 Best American Restaurants near Bon Secour

“Best service I've ever had! It's not often that everybody in a party agrees. But we all agree that Anna was THE BEST server, likely in this whole restaurant! We never wanted for anything, she gave us everything we could need and more! She was on time, she was fast, and she was the most friendly person I've met in several weeks! 10 stars for the Tin Top, and 11 stars for Anna!“

“The Hangout is a lot of fun! It's a great environment for groups and especially families. Live music, dancing, foam parties, outdoor seating, and a large indoor bar area right on the beach! Large variety of beers and mixed frozen drinks. Can't wait to stop by next time I'm in town.“

“Hands down, awesome experience for our first time here and plan to return for every vacation from now on. The food was delicious and all cooked perfectly. Everything was seasoned just right and good food matching the prices. The service was exceptional! Our server was down to earth which I appreciate and she was knowledgeable on the menu.“

“First, it's worth the drive! Excellent facilities located on the bay with seating both inside and outside. The food was hot and delicious! We started off with appetizers, House Bread, BBQ Shrimp, and Crab & Tasso Gratin, which were excellent. We also ordered the shrimp tacos, which were good. If you are on the coast, it's worth a stop.“

“From seating in a cozy cushioned rounded booth table for four, to our Fav waitress Kayley, to pre dinner drinks the night started with great Vibes. Add a delish Burrata and heirloom tomato basil salad, Phenomenal Braised Pork Shank with garlicky Chard and a bottle of silky red wine and Five Stars doesn't do it justice! Just Go then you'll Know ?“

“Lou/louis was super friendly and made us feel like we were home. By our accent he knew we were from Louisiana lol. Food was delish and coffee too. Great spot for breakfast, but get there early it tends to get busy. Make sure you ask for Louis..“

“This is a place you cannot pass over. Originally looked for a place to stop for drinks. Loved the interior vibe of the place and the drinks were great. Once we saw the food served we came back another time. The food was the best I’ve had. The red fish and tenderloin were amazing! The price is well justified for a good upscale but casual meal. Anytime I come back, eating here would be a must. 10/10.“

“We stopped in on a whim. Restaurant was just a little down from our condo for the week. We wish we would have stopped sooner! Food was phenomenal. We started with appetizers and they came out fast. Kids menu was good and the chicken strips were more than enough. We also ordered some fried fish, the hangover burger, and blackened chicken Mac and cheese. Our waitress Kathy was extremely friendly, very attentive, and one of the most friendly people we have met in the area. All of the staff could be seen smiling, joking around with their customers, and definitely made you feel welcomed and appreciated. If we ever decide to vacation down here again we will definitely be back.“

“I dropped in one morning just to check the place out! Breakfast is my favorite meal for dining out. It was an outstanding experience. Fresh food, properly prepared and served quickly. I had the scrambled eggs with jalapeños. Both the coffee and salsa were good too! I'll be back!“

“This place had the best burger I have had in a while. Bay was about to close at 10. We showed up at nine forty five and the burger was A-1 steak sauce... Who gives you a burger that is so hand crafted and put together fifteen minutes before closing.... I actually had to come in and use the restroom. And when I walked in everyone was vacuuming cleaning. It was like I was in 2050 chick fil. I'm not sure about the mobile location. But this one in Foley hands down. It's off the chain!!!“

“Exactly what you hope for when you stop in at a local diner - good food and good service.I stopped by for breakfast after a morning workout. I was seated immediately and my server had my order just a few minutes later. I thought the food was excellent and saw many other plates that came out that looked equally good. It’s definitely worth stopping by and checking out.“

“This is a great find! Food is amazing, and they have a large beer selection. They have a dive bar vibe without being too dive-y. Also, they have a fantastic outdoor area! Would recommend the wings, tacos, and burgers. Bar tenders are friendly (shoutout Brad!). Sorry, no pictures because the food was too good to wait.“

“Off the beaten path, perhaps where the locals only, go...we discovered a small gem of a diner with smallish portions but tasty food. The waitress was a bit gruff but she warmed up as did the frigid diner after a few minutes... What makes me say, we'll be back?! I said the food was tasty but it's the visit from the Chef, checking on all his customers, and then talking up my father-in-law's alma mater! Did I say locals only, well, please include all the (in the know) snowbirds! BTW: they sell their mugs - and yes, we bought one! And bring your sweatshirt/jacket - it does get really cold every 10 minutes so you'll thank me :-)“

“There are reasons good bars are known as such and 1,100 reviews can't be wrong, as The Cove is a bar I recommend to all. Under the canopy of "concept," one can judge a bar just as Google has it laid out, by three categories: Food, Service, and Atmosphere. Consistently, The Cove hits high on all these marks, but if there was a way to give 6 Stars for Service, I would. Speed and accuracy are important qualities for a bartender, but really, good personalities always trump a menu or drink list for me. Beyond measure, Danielle, Gina, and Ashley behind the stick, the floor staff led by John and with honorable mention to Tina, the crew of this local gem deserves your visit. Usually great energy and music is coming off the small stage, the food doesn't disappoint, and I can usually count on the friendliness of the regulars around the pool table, which is a rarity when nary a one has beaten me...just kidding - but I'm serious about this review.“

“First trip to orange beach and saw this business was highly recommended. We stopped in before our 6 hour trip back home and we will deff be back!Service was great, the early morning view was beautiful, food… delicious, they had many assortments of sweets (which ill be trying next time) BUT most of all my espresso was made perfectly! Reminded me of my coffee shop at home! I love that actual taste of coffee and they got the espresso/milk ratio perfectly.If i could give this business more than 5 stars i would!“

“The place is single handedly fixing unemployment with the number of workers they have. On a serious note, the food was great and the workers were very nice. Would eat there again/10! Get their spinach, artichoke, and crab dip or whatever it is. It's fantastic!“

“04/24/2024 dinner. This place serves wonderful fish…, I just recently enjoyed the almondine trigger fish. The best! The baked brown bread is an awesome treat always. I find their sides and vegetables to be overcooked consistently which is why I give this place 4 stars. The atmosphere is also 4 stars because the restaurant is always so cold.“

“I go here often as I'm never disappointed. The food is always great, the service is quick, courteous, and efficient. The ladies are attentive and the value is spot on. The menu is Deep South perfection. Part of me wanted to give em a lower rating just to keep the crowds down.“

“First time being there. We heard it was a popular place and sure enough going in at noon was a mistake. Lined up for the buffet. Food was good but wife had a problem with the dumplings being peppered too much. We had to sit with three other people at a table but we are not adverse to meeting those of like mindedness. One of the things you will need to decide on whether it offends you or not is their asking those who are not eating to leave due to limited space. We don't like to be rushed at meal time so we just kept eating until the place started to clear. But be prepared to be asked to leave if finished during rush hour, etc. I guess we will try it again in the future. Not as Southern as we would like it but will do.“

“We finally gave them a try. Really good food. The service was a bit slow but we thought it was because they cooked the food fresh and that takes time. We felt it was worth the wait. The price was in line with everyone else. There were 2 of us and it was barely over $40 not including tax. The place is clean as a pin and it was a very nice experience overall.“

“Ashley was our server - wow - what great service - food was excellent as always - Michael the manage remembered us from a year ago - what a great place for phenomenal meal - this place always does a great job !Dietary restrictions: Great broccoli“

“nice staff.. great food.. plenty of seating activities there to do I highly recommend the pulled pork sandwich and the baked 1/2 chicken is excellent!! comes with zucchini and roasted red potatoes! a little pricey but I got it 2 different times it's worth every penny!! they cook the chicken and pork in a smoker and the flavor is really good!! my husband had the Greek salad loved it!! Great restaurant in gulf shores“

“I have been to this Tiki Bar several times and highly recommend it. The food is very good and the atmosphere is welcoming and laid back. The staff is friendly and very attentive to any needs. This place is a hidden gem behind The Pines and you won't regret visiting!!“

“I have been visiting Orange Beach for years and this was my first visit to Cactus Cantina. I can get Mexican at home right? Well, the Shrimp and Grits were delicious! And very reasonably priced. I will be getting my Shrimp and Grits from Cactus Cantina from here on out. Also had a margarita and it was very good too.“

“Absolutely fantastic little place. The best breakfast I have had at a restaurant in Baldwin county and I have tried many. Will 100% be back again. If you have a crazy for home cooked food then you have to try out MJ’s. They were swamped and short staffed, but you would have never known it. Everyone working was pleasant and professional. If I could give them 10 stars I would.“

“Some of the best green food I've ever had. The gyro platter is amazing! The flavor, the portion, the quality....it's really good! The Greek salad is really good too! And the baklava is heavenly! Nothing like homemade real Greek food!“

“We knew of The Gulf Bowl from a previous visit that we enjoyed, and planned our son's party here in the VIP room. We have done event space parties in the past and they have always felt like a rip-off and somehow more stressful than necessary. Not at The Gulf Bowl! Hands down the most wonderful, all-inclusive service and party experience. Taylor, our host, was so helpful! He stopped by periodically and was easy to find if something came up between check-ins. The space was pre-decorated and looked great! I also brought some extras with me day-of and someone helped with those decorations as well when we arrived. Absolutely loved this experience! Our guests had so much fun and I was credited with throwing a great party! So many thanks to your team for making parties a seamless process. We were able to enjoy the event and not worry about little details. Can't sing your praises enough!“

“Since moving here 4 years ago and living close to the Mag Dive Bar and Grill.The staff (owner and bartenders ) have welcomed me with opened arms as part of their family.The have limited food but good and the atmosphere is a great place to visit. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Was looking for a nice breakfast spot to go on our way back home from an awesome beach week. At first the entrance was a little confusing because it is off the highway and in a golf and residential community. The signage could be a bit larger or more plentiful, but like most people, Google Maps and Waze will lead you straight to the front door.Walked in and was greeted immediately. The barista was extremely helpful and patient. Recommended the Brown Sugar Latte, and had plenty of non-dairy options. The coffee was amazing! Also order the Classic Bagel breakfast, which was 2 eggs any style, crispy back (YEA!!) and real cheddar cheese. So many options for different breakfast sandwiches and bagels. And they have Conecuh sausage! Has pastries and plenty of sweet treats. The view is of the 1st tee box and the 18th green. Excellent spot for an adult beverage, plenty of coffee options and a full breakfast and lunch menu.“

“We were there late afternoon so there was only a few other customers. The staff were really friendly and made us feel like old friends. I had my very first seafood nachos here years ago and again on this trip. They were still great. My husband had the bohemith (?) seafood platter and he loved it but you better be hungry or share!!“

“This was our first time here and we will definitely go back the next time we are in Orange Beach. Our server "Jordan" "Ray" "Autistic" was FABULOUS. He was not only personable (after he scared me" he was just a very genuine young man. He joked with our girls to give them the whole "experience" then sat and talked with us (the adults). Super nice guy!!!! We went back to the Wharf last night and as we were leaving the girls stopped back in to tell him goodbye. He wasn't at work ( I think he has a 2nd job) so we are leaving this review in hopes that he (and his boss) see this!!!“

“So many things from which to choose but I (almost) always end up with the Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Nachos. There is just something about the marriage of the pineapple coconut rum slaw, the barbeque sauce, and cheese, that just makes me happy! Next time, I am going to try something else. Maybe.“