Alabama Gulf Coast Visitor Guide Winter/Spring 2021-2022

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OWA Parks & Resort brings the fun—from the 22+ rides of The Park to the pedestrian-only streets of Downtown OWA! With a wide range of entertainment and events, plus new restaurants, shops and more, you might think OWA couldn’t possibly get any better. Think again! Coming in 2022: our exclusive indoor water park with surf simulator and a wave pool with 40-foot screen!

THRILL, THEN CHILL.

L E T T E R f r o m th e PUBLISHER Welcome to the Alabama Gulf Coast Visitor Guide, and more importantly, welcome to the Alabama Gulf Coast, perhaps my favorite place on Earth.

Our hope is that this guide makes your visit just a little bit better. It may spark an idea to spend an afternoon in one of our many unique communities, and you may get a coupon or discount from one of our favorite local businesses or restaurants. But for the most part, this beautiful destination will speak for itself.

You’ve made a good decision to be here.

Our role at Gulf Coast Media is to keep the area’s residents and visitors informed and entertained, and we’ve been playing that role as its local news leader for more than 100 years.

Today, we’ll keep you in-the-know for this visit and future visits to our area.

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Here’s to this trip and many more to the Alabama Gulf Coast.

Best regards, Vince Johnson Publisher, Gulf Coast Media

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OWA Resort and Amusement Park.................................Pgs 2, Map H-9 Ron Jon Surf Shop...............................................................Pg 3, Map K-11

Fort Morgn Marina............................................................................Pg 20 Kiva Dunes...........................................................................Pg 20, Map L-2

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Eastern Shore Art Center.....................................................Pg 8, Map E-2 Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach..............................Pg 10, Map J-1 Gulf Coast Arts Alliance......................................................Pg 10, Map K-9 The Estuarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab...................................................Pg 12, Map E-11 Colonial Fort Condé.........................................................Pg 12, Map O-23 History Museum of Mobile.............................................Pg 12, Map O-23 Phoenix Fire Museum.....................................................Pg 12, Map O-23

Big Daddy’s Grill..................................................................Pg 22, Map F-5 Cactus Cantina – Fairhope................................................Pg 24, Map E-2 Cactus Cantina – Foley.......................................................Pg 24, Map E-2 Lamberts Cafe....................................................................Pg 24, Map H-9 Sassy Bass Amazin’ Grill at OWA......................................Pg 24, Map H-9 Cactus Cantina – Gulf Shores............................................Pg 24, Map J-9 DeSoto’s Seafood Kitchen.................................................Pg 28, Map K-9 Foodcarft, at the Lodge...................................................Pg 28, Map K-10 Kiva Grill – Kiva Dunes.......................................................Pg 29, Map L-2 Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s..........................................................Pg 29, Map K-10 Perch, at the Lodge..........................................................Pg 30, Map K-10 Roasted Oak Coffee & Wine Bar, at the Lodge.......................................................................Pg 30, Map K-10 Sassy Bass Amazin’ Grill.....................................................Pg 30, Map L-1 Sassy Bass Island Grill........................................................Pg 30, Map L-3 Cactus Cantina – Canal Rd..............................................Pg 30, Map J-12 Cactus Cantina – Perdido Bch Blvd................................Pg 32, Map K-12 The Wharf...........................................................................Pg 32, Map J-11 Voyagers at Perdido Beach Resort................................Pg 32, Map K-13 Cactus Cantina – Pensacola.............................................. Pg 32, Off Map Cactus Cantina – Pensacola (Downtown)...................... Pg 33, Off Map

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OWA Resort and Amusement Park...............................Pg 13, Map H-10 Bellingrath Gardens and Home.....................................Pg 13, Map V-21 The Wharf...........................................................................Pg 18, Map J-11 The Wharf Ferris Wheel...................................................Pg 18, Map J-11 The Wharf Mini Golf.........................................................Pg 18, Map J-11 The Wharf Express Train..................................................Pg 19, Map J-11 Wind Creek........................................................................... Pg 19, Off Map Sunny 105.7 FM...................................................................Pg 19, Map K-9

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LODGING PAGE 37

Wolf Bay Landing Condominiums................... Pg 34, Map I-11 The Lodge at Gulf State Park, A Hilton Hotel......................................................................Pg 35, Map K-9

SHOPPING PAGE 41

Christmas ‘Round the Corner............................................Pg 41, Map E-2 Beach House Boutique.......................................................Pg 42, Map I-9 Charm Boutique..................................................................Pg 42, Map K-9 Gulf Shores Beach Supply.................................................Pg 42, Map K-9 Hertha’s Seconds Boutique...............................................Pg 44, Map J-9 Ron Jon Surf Shop.............................................................Pg 44, Map K-12 Souvenir City of Orange Beach.......................................Pg 44, Map K-12 The Wharf...........................................................................Pg 44, Map J-11

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St. Lawrence Catholic Church & 16th Annual Christmas Bazaar ...............................................................Pg 46, Map E-2

Fairhope Brewing Company.............................................Pg 38, Map E-3 B & B Pecan Co.....................................................................Pg 39, Map F-3 Fairhope Chocolate............................................................Pg 40, Map E-2 Punta Clara Kitchen.............................................................. Pg 40, Map G-2

MAPS Baldwin County Map..................................................................Pgs 50-51 Mobile Map.........................................................................................Pg 52

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As the third-oldest county in Alabama, Baldwin County has a wealth of culture and numerous historic places that demand a visit. Whether it’s a trip to one of the many museums that celebrate Baldwin County’s past in areas like seafaring, farming and the railroads or our many monuments celebrating our veterans, both past and present, you will undoubtedly find something to pique your interest. If art or antiquing is more in your wheelhouse, visit our many galleries or pottery studios to view local masterpieces or to make a few of your own.

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FAIRHOPE EASTERN SHORE ART CENTER www.ESArtCenter.org 401 Oak St., Fairhope, AL 36532 251.928.2228 Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-a.m.-4 p.m.

Closed Sunday & Monday Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, Visa FREE ADMISSION TO ARTS CENTER Downtown Fairhope. Six galleries with exhibits changing monthly. First Friday Art Walk. Gift Shop with Art and Accessories. Outdoor Woodfired Kiln.

Classes and Workshops for Adults and Children. Annual Outdoor Art Show 3rd weekend in March. Community Outreach Programming. Facility Rentals.

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GULF SHORES COASTAL ARTS CENTER OF ORANGE BEACH www.CoastalArtsCenter.com 26389 Canal Rd., Orange Beach, AL 36561 251.981.2787 Campus Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Closed Saturday and Sunday Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, VISA Our Hot Shop allows you to blow your own glass creations. Craft your own pottery in our Clay studio.

Join us for annual events: March – Orange Beach Festival of Art June – Summer Art Camp December – Light Up the Arts Visit the new Art Gallery on the beautiful shores of Wolf Bay! Ad Page 9 - Map Location J-12

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GULF COAST ARTS ALLIANCE ART GALLERY www.GulfCoastArtsAlliance.com 225 E. 24th Ave., Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.948.2627 Gallery Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Closed Sunday Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, Visa Over 50 Local and Regional Artists, Original Art, Pottery, Carved Wood, Hand-Crafted Jewelry, Woven Baskets, Glass Art, Textile Art and More!

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MUSEUMS

DAUPHIN ISLAND THE ESTUARIUM AT THE DAUPHIN ISLAND SEA LAB estuarium@disl.org 102 Bienville Blvd., Dauphin Island, AL 36528 866.403.4409 or 251.861.7500 Hours Spring/Summer: March 1-August 31 Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sunday Noon-6 p.m.

Fall/Winter: September 1-February 28 Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday 1-5 p.m.

Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, Visa An exciting educational aquarium highlighting four key habitats of coastal Alabama: Mobile-Tensaw River Delta, Mobile Bay, Barrier Islands and the Northern Gulf of Mexico.

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MOBILE

HISTORY MUSEUM OF MOBILE www.HistoryMuseumOfMobile.com 111 S. Royal St. Mobile, AL 36602 251.208.7569 Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday 1-5 p.m.

Credit Cards: AmEx, MC, Visa Explore 300 years of Mobile history inside the historic Old City Hall and Southern Market.

Ad Page 12 - Map Location O-23 SEE AD FOR DISCOUNT PHOENIX FIRE MUSEUM www.HistoryMuseumOfMobile.com 203 S. Claiborne St., Mobile, AL 36602 251.208.7569 Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Friday 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Closed Saturday and Sunday Credit Cards: AmEx, MC, Visa Discover Mobile’s rich history of firefighting at the restored Phoenix No. 6 fire station.

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COLONIAL FORT CONDÉ www.HistoryMuseumofMobile.com 150 S Royal St., Mobile, AL 36602 Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Sunday 1-4:30 p.m.

The original Fort Condé was built in 1723 by French explorers. Under various colonial powers, it went by different names, including Fort Louis, Fort Charlotte, and Fuerta Carlota. Admission to Fort Condé is included in your admission to the History Museum of Mobile.

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What’s the best thing about Baldwin County? There’s always something to do here! With family-fun activities like go-cart tracks, mini-golf, a top-notch zoo, movies or even a Ferris wheel, we’ve got something that every member of your group will enjoy. Don’t forget one of the best assets of the Alabama Gulf Coast — the many activities related to the water.

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OWA RESORT AND AMUSEMENT PARK www.VisitOwa.com 10113 Foley Beach Express Foley, AL 36535 251.923.2111 Hours & Events: Visit the OWA website for Amusement Park Hours, Special Events and Shopping and Dining Information.

OWA is an award-winning family friendly resort destination set on 520+ acres. OWA’s attractions include boutique shopping, a variety of dining options, live music and entertainment, an amusement park with over twenty rides including a breathtaking roller coaster, and so much more. This world-class resort is centered in Foley, AL, just north of Gulf Coast beaches. DISCOVER THE FUN! Ad Page 2 - Map Location H-10

BELLINGRATH GARDENS AND HOME www.Bellingrath.org 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd. Mobile, AL 36582 251.973.2217 Hours: Open Daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, Visa Stroll through a vibrant, 65-acre estate Garden. Tour the historic Home, built in 1936. Have lunch in the Magnolia Café. Visit the Gift Shop! Adults, $21 for Gardens/Home, $13 for Gardens only; ages 5-12, $13 for Gardens/Home, $7.50 for Gardens only; free to Bellingrath members and ages 4 and younger.

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Stay & Play at Kiva Dunes Discover the Gulf Coast the way it was meant to be, away from the crowds and surrounded by pristine landscapes. Kiva Dunes Golf & Beach Resort is a beautiful combination of relaxation and play.

Just minutes away from the Gulf Shores, the resort offers Alabama’s highest ranked public golf course, four pools and two restaurants. The new Kiva Beach Club has fine dining, a salt water pool overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, and food service delivered on the beach. With houses and condos to rent, you will find the perfect accommodations for your next family vacation.

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ATTRACTIONS

ORANGE BEACH THE WHARF alwharf.com Located at the intersection of the Foley Beach Express and Canal Rd. 23101 Canal Rd. Orange Beach, AL 36561 The Wharf is an official entertainment district with hundreds of family-friendly events throughout the year including the free, nightly SPECTRA Laser Light Experience. Shop at unique stores, enjoy a meal at one of our many restaurants or a drink at our bars and tap rooms. Experience the Ferris wheel, The Wharf Express train, an 18-hole mini golf course, escape rooms, a movie theater, axe throwing, virtual reality arcades and more. The Wharf Amphitheater hosts a variety of well-known entertainers, and The Wharf Marina is home to one of the largest in-water boat shows on the Gulf. With five event venues, The Wharf hosts weddings, meetings and con-

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ferences of all sizes each year. The Levin’s Bend Condominium has one- to fourbedroom luxury condos overlooking The Marina with a private waterpark, as well as a Springhill Suites by Marriott hotel onsite.

No matter when you visit, there’s always something happening at The Wharf.

The Wharf Ferris Wheel It’s a landmark for every Gulf Coast beach vacation. Day or night, that first glimpse of The Wharf’s Ferris wheel — one of the tallest in the Southeast — means you’ve arrived. With the tree-top views and gulf breezes, it’s a favorite way to make memories during your visit! Check ALWharf.com for cost and seasonal hours.

The Wharf Mini Golf 251.974.1870 Plan a few rounds of family fun on your next beach trip. Swing by The Wharf and check out the 18-hole Mini Golf course. It’s a “hole” lotta fun! Check ALWharf.com for cost and seasonal hours.

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The Wharf Express Train The Wharf Express is one of the newest attractions at The Wharf Orange Beach. Hop aboard the Express for a fun ride around Main Street to explore the sights and sounds of The Wharf. Choo Choo! Check ALWharf.com for cost and seasonal hours.

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ENTERTAINMENT

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WIND CREEK® CASINO & HOTEL ATMORE www.WindCreekAtmore.com 303 Poarch Rd., Atmore, AL 36502 866.WIND.360 (866.946.3360) Hours: 24/7 Credit Cards: All major Credit Cards, Diners Club Another Way to Stay and Play!

Wind Creek Atmore provides more than 1,700 hot games in our 65,000 square-foot casino. You’ll also enjoy luxury accommodations, dining, spa, movie theaters, bowling, and more!

PLUS, our RV Park offers over 20 full hook-ups, shower house, and wi-fi, and all of the amenities you enjoy as a hotel guest.

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RECREATION

GULF SHORES FORT MORGAN MARINA www.FortMorganMarinaAL.com 1577 Hwy. 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.540.2828 Hours: Call for details Credit Cards: Call for details Welcome to Fort Morgan Marina, the Gulf Coast’s full-service marina located on the Fort Morgan Peninsula in Fort Morgan, Alabama. We currently offer indoor dry storage facility, wet slips, dockside fuel, an outstanding charter fleet and Tacky Jacks 2 restaurant. The Dock Store offers everything you need for a day out on the Gulf.

Besides excellent service and amenities, Fort Morgan Marina offers a location that is second to none. Located near the tip of the Fort Morgan Peninsula, you are only 1.5 nautical miles from the Gulf of Mexico and within minutes from some of the area’s hottest fishing spots.

Ad Page 21 KIVA DUNES www.KivaDunes.com 815 Plantation Road, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 1-866-540-7100 Hours: Call to book your retreat at our resort TODAY! Credit Cards: Call for details Kiva Dunes Resort is a beautiful combination of relaxation and play. Minutes away from Gulf Shores, the resort offers Alabama’s highest ranked public golf course, four pools and two restaurants. The new Kiva Beach Club has fine dining, a salt water pool overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, and food service delivered on the beach. With over a mile of sugar-white private beachfront, our elegant coastal homes and condominiums have effortless beach access. Start planning your next family vacation today and discover your kiva at the all new Kiva Dunes.

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Enjoy 65 acres of year-round floral beauty in a Southern estate garden.

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Fort Morgan, Alabama The Gulf Coast’s Best Charter Fishing Fleet

• Dry Storage for Boats up to 36’ in Length • Wet Slips for Boats up to 70’ in Length • Transient Slips • Dockside Fuel • Live Bait • Dock Store • Tacky Jacks 2 Restaurant • Excellent Location! Only 1 nautical mile to the Gulf of Mexico & minutes from the area's best fishing spots.

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You’ve come to the right place! All varieties of great food abound on Alabama’s Gulf Coast! Freshly-caught local seafood is a must during your stay , but you also will find great steaks, down home Southern cooking, great burgers and everything in between. Let our world-class chefs present you with a tantalizing dish that will make you sorry when you’ve cleaned your plate!

DINING FAIRHOPE BIG DADDY’S GRILL www.BigDaddysGrill.net 16542 Ferry Rd., Fairhope, AL 36532 251.990.8555 Hours: Thursday-Monday, 11-8 p.m.

Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, Visa A local hot spot on beautiful Fish River.

Special lunch menu Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. year-round. 10 miles from downtown Fairhope, 8 miles from Highway 59 in Summerdale. Arrive by car or boat. GREAT hamburgers, seafood and salads to GREAT people!

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ON FISH RIVER Local Food • Local Folks • Lots of Fun!

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DINING CACTUS CANTINA www.MyCactusCantina.com 108 N. Section St, Fairhope, AL 36532 251.517.9896 Hours: Open Daily 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

Credit Cards: Call for details Cactus Cantina serves delicious Mexican food in a casual, fun atmosphere.

Try our famous, mouthwatering cheese grits and tasty margaritas. We are proud of our great prices, large portions and exceptional service. Visit Cactus Cantina in Fairhope and enjoy the most authentic Mexican food on the Alabama Gulf Coast. We cater!

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FOLEY CACTUS CANTINA www.MyCactusCantina.com 1605 S. McKenzie St., Foley, AL 36535 251.943.9070 Hours: Open Daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Credit Cards: Call for details Cactus Cantina serves delicious Mexican food in a casual, fun atmosphere.

Try our famous, mouthwatering cheese grits and tasty margaritas. We are proud of our great prices, large portions and exceptional service. Visit Cactus Cantina in Foley and enjoy the most authentic Mexican food on the Alabama Gulf Coast. We cater!

Ad Page 25 - Map Location E-2 LAMBERT’S CAFE www.ThrowedRolls.com 2981 S. McKenzie St. (Hwy. 59) Foley, AL 36535 251.943.7655 Hours: Open Daily 10:30 a.m. until Credit Cards: MC, Visa Home of Throwed Rolls! Come hungry, leave full and have a laugh or two. Great country cookin’ and fun for the whole

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family. Nationally known restaurant for 75 years, and a family favorite to Gulf Coast visitors for almost 25 years! WE ACCEPT PERSONAL CHECKS! Ad Page 29 - Map Location H-9 SASSY BASS AMAZIN’ GRILL AT OWA www.SassyBass.com 101 J South OWA Boulevard Foley, AL 36535 251.378.2829 Hours: Visit our website www.sassybass.com Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, Visa It’s unfussy, adventurous and all about the food, the fun, the experience. Enjoy our award winning shrimp n’ grits or sushi grade encrusted fresh tuna or our specialty Chilean sea bass or our famous Navy Cove Oysters right from our farm.

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GULF SHORES CACTUS CANTINA www.MyCactusCantina.com 3849 Gulf Shores Pkwy., Ste. 1 Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.943.8115 Hours: Open Daily 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

Credit Cards: Call for details Cactus Cantina serves delicious Mexican food in a casual, fun atmosphere.

Try our famous, mouthwatering cheese grits and tasty margaritas. We are proud of our great prices, large portions and exceptional service. Visit Cactus Cantina in Gulf Shores and enjoy the most authentic Mexican food on the Alabama Gulf Coast. We cater!

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WINTER + SPRING EVENTS

EXPLORE THE GULF COAST'S MOST EXCITING RESORT DESTINATION WITH 60+ SHOPPING, DINING + ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS One of the Tallest Ferris Wheels on the Gulf Coast Annual Event Calendar Dockside Dining SpringHill Suites Hotel + Luxury Condo Rentals Movies at AMC Theatres Active Entertainment District + Nightlife SPECTRA Laser Light Experience Full-Service Marina with Marina Excursions Arcades, Taprooms, Escape Rooms + more

Seafood Festival + Car Show

Feb. 19

Moonpies on Main: Mardi Gras Parades

Feb. 28

The Wharf Boat + Yacht Show

Mar. 18 – 20

Photos with the Easter Bunny

Apr. 2 – 16

Easter Egg Hunt

Apr. 9

Dec. 31

Girls’ Night Out

Apr. 14

Dec. 31

Bama Coast Cruisin’ Apr. 28 – 30 Car Show

Kip Moore in Concert

Nov. 12

Ice Skating Rink

Nov. 12 – Jan. 17

North Pole Express

Nov. 13 – Dec. 24

Photos with Santa

Nov. 19 – Dec. 24

Christmas Tree Lighting

Nov. 30

Holly Days on Main Festival

Dec. 11 + 12

Kids Confetti Drop Reelin’ in the New Year

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DINING DESOTO’S SEAFOOD KITCHEN www.DesotosSeafoodKitchen.com 138 W. 1st Ave. Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.948.7294 Hours: Monday-Sunday 11 a.m. until Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, Visa Award-winning, casual family dining restaurant features fresh seafood, chicken, pasta, steak, home-style sides, salads, sandwiches and fabulous fresh baked rolls! All seafood specialties are served steamed, fried, broiled, grilled or blackened. Daily lunch specials and homemade desserts. Voted friendliest staff! Kids menu available. Senior menu available.

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FOODCRAFT, AT THE LODGE www.LodgeAtGulfStatePark.com 21196 East Beach Boulevard Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.540.4000 Credit Cards: Call or visit website for details Foodcraft Restaurant at The Lodge at Gulf State Park is home to hand cut steaks, local oysters, coastal favorites and stunning views. Relax with a regional craft beer, a nice glass of wine or one of the best handmade cocktails in Gulf Shores as you overlook the sugar white sand beaches and emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Top it off with a perfect sunset and you simply can’t beat the dining experience at Foodcraft.

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DINING KIVA GRILL – KIVA DUNES www.KivaDunes.com 815 Plantation Road Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.540.7211 Hours: Grill hours change seasonally.

For current hours, call 251.540.7211 Credit Cards: Call for details Kiva Grill serves up a comprehensive menu that will satisfy anyone. Come in for our hearty southern breakfast, grab a post-round burger for lunch, or swing by one evening for a spectacular seafood dinner. Open to the public, the grill has a warm atmosphere with a full coffee and drink bar. Beat the beach crowds and experience one of the best brunches on the island! And as always, everything at Kiva Grill is made to order.

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LUCY BUFFETT’S LULU’S www.LuluBuffett.com 200 E. 25th Ave. Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.967.5858 Hours: Open Daily 11 a.m.-until Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, Visa Family fun destination restaurant located in Gulf Shores, AL on the Intracoastal Waterway! Live Music Nightly!

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DINING PERCH, AT THE LODGE www.LodgeAtGulfStatePark.com 21196 East Beach Boulevard PERCH AT THE LODGE Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.540.4000 Credit Cards: Call or visit website for details At Perch, we offer an elevated culinary experience you’ll always remember. Set above the sugary white sand beaches, Perch offers meticulously prepared meals with freshly sourced products from regional fishermen, farmers and producers. Prepare to let your taste buds soar. Perch’s terrace features two fire pits, gorgeous outdoor seating and amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico.

Ad Page 56 - Map Location K-10 ROASTED OAK COFFEE & WINE BAR, AT THE LODGE www.LodgeAtGulfStatePark.com 21196 East Beach Boulevard Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.540.4000 Credit Cards: Call or visit website for details A modern café bar, located in the main lobby of The Lodge. Enjoy a selection of locally crafted coffees, infused teas, house-baked breakfast goods and light lunch offerings. In the evening, Roasted Oak transforms into a local wine bar featuring carefully selected wines, craft beers and lite bites.

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SASSY BASS AMAZIN’ GRILL www.SassyBass.com 5160 AL-180 Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.975.1010 Hours:Visit our website www.sassybass.com Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, Visa Our commitment to quality includes a variety of tasty made-from-scratch recipes. When the ship bell rings, hollering is expected. Trade jokes with our staff. There is no charge for having fun!

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Ad Page 31 - Map Location L-1 SASSY BASS ISLAND GRILL www.SassyBass.com 375 Plantation Road Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.923.3122 Hours: Visit our website www.sassybass.com Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, Visa Tropical specialties, spectacular beach view… breakfast, lunch, dinner... eggs benedict, conch fritters, fried red tomatoes, tuna poke, grouper reuben, filet mignon steak tips. Tropical food, drinks, breezes!

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ORANGE BEACH CACTUS CANTINA – CANAL RD www.MyCactusCantina.com 25908 Canal Rd. Suite 10 Orange Beach, AL 36561 251.974.0060 Hours: Open Daily 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

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Ad Page 25 - Map Location K-12 THE WHARF alwharf.com Located at the intersection of Foley Beach Express and Canal Rd. 23101 Canal Rd. Orange Beach, AL 36561 As a designated entertainment district, The Wharf features a unique selection of retail and dining options. Enjoy dockside dining, gourmet dishes, local seafood favorites and libations from more than 13 locations. The robust lineup of eateries includes Villaggio Grille, Ginny Lane Bar and Grill, Dippin’ Dots, Red or

White Wine & Gourmet, Orange Beach Concierge, The Southern Grind Coffee House, Mile Marker 158 Dockside, and more. Visit alwharf.com for a complete list, special offers and restaurant hours.

Ad Pages 26 - Map Location J-11 VOYAGERS AT PERDIDO BEACH RESORT www.voyagersrestaurant.com 27200 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561 251.981.9811 Hours: Open daily for dinner service.

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PENSACOLA CACTUS CANTINA – PENSACOLA www.MyCactusCantina.com 5121 North 12th Avenue Pensacola, FL 32504 850.912.8565 Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sundays 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

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Visitors to Baldwin County have a multitude of options when it comes to where to stay. Whether it’s a beachfront condo, a charming bed and breakfast or a cabin far from the hustle and bustle, there’s an option for every visitor.

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FOLEY WOLF BAY LANDING CONDOMINIUMS www.WolfBayLodge.com 20801 Miflin Rd. (Co. Rd. 20) Foley, AL 36535 251.987.5129 Fall/Winter Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

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owned and operated restaurant serves high quality seafood and choice handcut steaks in a warm, nostalgic atmosphere. Wonderful gift shop and full service bar. Banquet rooms can accommodate groups of 25 to 250. On and offsite catering available. Children’s menu available. Local Gulf Coast Seafood Tradition Since 1973! Now at three locations to better serve you – Perdido Key (Florida), Foley (Alabama), and Orange Beach (Alabama).

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GULF SHORES THE LODGE AT GULF STATE PARK, A HILTON HOTEL www.LodgeAtGulfStatePark.com 21196 East Beach Boulevard Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.540.4000 Hours: Check In: 4 p.m.

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Experience a good-natured getaway on the Alabama Gulf Coast where nature is at your doorstep. Located on the white sands of Gulf Shores, Alabama inside the naturally beautiful 6,150-acre Gulf State Park, The Lodge is a leader in sustainable tourism. Enjoy beautiful beach and park views from our guest rooms, suites and restaurants. A stay at The Lodge allows you to embrace your wild side, while preserving ours.

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FAIRHOPE FAIRHOPE BREWING COMPANY www.FairhopeBrewing.com 914 Nichols Ave. Fairhope, AL 36532 251.279.7517 Hours: Closed Monday Tuesday and Wednesday 1 p.m.-8 p.m.

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GULF SHORES BEACH SUPPLY www.GulfShoresBeachSupply.com 1527 Gulf Shores Pkwy. (Hwy. 59) Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251.923.5588 Hours: Open Daily – Hours vary by season Credit Cards: AmEx, Discover, MC, Visa The newest member of the Souvenir City of Orange Beach family of stores features many unique items and signature lines of merchandise for all your beach and condo needs. From all your favorite T-shirts, souvenirs, and seashells to name brand apparel, footwear and sunglasses. We have something for everyone! Conveniently located next to Rouses in Gulf Shores.

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