Dauphin Island Restaurants You Cannot Miss

With countless things to do in Dauphin Island, meal prep is the last thing you should think about. When staying in our Dauphin Island Beach Rentals, you’ll be near many of the best Dauphin Island restaurants. Whether you’re looking for affordable meals, posh dining, or a lively atmosphere, our team has recommendations that will satisfy even your family’s most fussy eater!

Dority’s in Dauphin Island

Dority’s in Dauphin Island is one of the best-kept secrets around. Everything from their atmosphere down to the food is terrific. From the second you walk through Dority’s doors, you’ll feel right at home. Toward the end of the week, Dority’s Dauphin Island also often has live entertainment. Some of their past performers include The Red Clay Strays, River Dan, and Rock Bottom. Visit Dority’s Facebook Page to see their upcoming scheduled events.

JT’s Grill

If you’re looking to enjoy some Dauphin Island food on a patio with an ocean view, check out JT’s Sunset Grill. Their menu offers classic dishes such as raw oysters, fried white fish, stuffed crabs, and royal red shrimp. But their seafood platter of shrimp, oysters, and an eight-ounce piece of fish is the star of the menu. If you tremble by the idea of Seafood, no worries. JT’s Grill also serves hand-made burgers and salads. And better yet, sunsets are served daily at JT’s Grill.

Pirate’s Bar and Grill Restaurant?

No Dauphin Island vacation is complete without a trip to Pirate’s Bar and Grill (Pirate Restaurant for short.) Pirate Restaurant serves authentic southern food in a laid back atmosphere, so leave your cocktail attire at home! Pirate Restaurant’s menu features an impressive oyster dinner, crab cakes, grilled mahi-mahi, and many surf & turf dishes. Pirate Restaurant also boasts a weekly special, such as Flounder Pontchartrain. Finish off your Pirate Restaurant visit with The Original Dauphin Island Bushwacker. This frozen, adult beverage is a blend of ice cream, multiple types of rum, chocolate, another splash of rum, whipped cream, and a cherry. They’re dangerously delicious.

Staff Regulars

Personally, when I want a great meal (without much effort on my part!), I often pull up to Reel Deal BBQ and Seafood and get the Fried Shrimp meal or head down to Miguel’s Beach’N Baja to get their Grilled Mahi Mahi Tacos. Both of these restaurants are simple affairs with ordering through a window and eating on the deck or on the go. The staff are wonderful and the food is always fresh and fantastic. Lastly, I can’t help but think of breakfast at Lighthouse Bakery, where you can always count on fresh baked pastries and great coffee!

Dauphin Island Beach Rentals

There are several Dauphin Island restaurants near our beach rentals and our recommendation to explore and try them all!s, but our team’s absolute favorites are Dority’s Dauphin Island, JT’s Grill, and Pirate Restaurant. We’re confident that whichever Dauphin Island restaurants you try, you’ll leave with a big smile on your face.

Believe it or not, the holidays are upon usjust weeks away, and it’s time to start making arrangements. Perhaps you live in Dauphin Island and are searching for ways to avoid cooking on Christmas. Or maybe you’re searching for an escape from the relentless, midwest winter. No matter how you plan to celebrate this holiday season, the countless restaurants near our Dauphin Island beach houses are the perfect option! Forget about making a mess in your kitchen this holiday season and surprise your family with a well-deserved Dauphin Island, Alabama getaway! Dauphin Island Beach Rentals is the place to be for the best holiday season yet. Take the first step in planning your Dauphin Island vacation by visiting our website, or give us a call at 800-771-1480.