Foodcraft Coastal

4.6 (954)

$30 and under

Unspecified

21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

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Foodcraft Coastal

4.6

$30 and under

Unspecified

Gulf Shores

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2 people

Nov 7, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Unspecified
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(251) 923-2950
Website
https://foodcraftgsp.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Neighborhood
Gulf Shores
Cross street
Located at The Lodge at Gulf State Park on East Beach Blvd in Gulf Shores.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

Weekend Brunch with Live Music
1 - 12 people
Multiple dates available
Come enjoy your Saturday and Sunday with a scrumptious a la carte brunch menu. Premium beverage station: Spice-up your own Bloody-Mary Station Soup and Salad - Roasted Crab Tomato Soup, Summer Peach Salad, Watermelon Salad and Baby Wedge Sharables - Raw Bar & Broiled Oysters, Bacon & Shrimp Stuffed Jalapeno, Butter Bean Hummus, Gulf Seafood Flatbread, Country Deviled Eggs Brunch Specialties - Avocado & Toast, Banana Bread French Toast, Loaded Hash, Big Beach Breakfast, 3 styles of egg benedict, Ham & Gruyere Omelet, Chicken Pesto Grilled Cheese, Gulf Snapper Reuben, Grilled Cheese Croque Madame and Gulf Crab Cakes Dessert - Strawberries and Cream Ice Box, Signature Key Lime Pie, Peach Crisp, Peanut Butter Fudge Ice Cream Pie, Milk & Cookies Complimentary Valet Parking

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Foodcraft Coastal.

4.6

(954)

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Mobile
Innovative
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Good for groups
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Healthy
Mobile
Hot spot
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Great for outdoor dining
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Great for scenic views
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Lively
Orange Beach / Gulf Shores
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Foodcraft Coastal offers "incredible atmosphere and food" with beautiful views, making it a favorite dining spot. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "delicious menu" options like the tuna nachos. The venue is perfect for special occasions with "spectacular views" and a great ambiance. Highly recommended for a memorable Gulf Coast experience.

954 Reviews

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Colleen
Mobile1 review
5.0
Dined on October 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fabulous experience at Food craft. There were eight of us in town for our Pickleball retreat, and this was our one night out. Not only was the ambience perfect with a table outside overlooking the water, but we loved the fire pit going and the entire feel of the restaurant. The food was fantastic. Every single one of our dishes was delicious. I highly recommend and the next time, I’m in the area. I’m definitely going back.
Foodcraft CoastalResponded 4 days ago
Thank you for dining with us. We are so glad that you enjoyed your experience. We hope to see you again soon!
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Cathryn Gold
South Carolina33 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ate at this restaurant several times during our stay at the Hilton Lodge, food and service were always good and plenty to eat.
Foodcraft CoastalResponded on October 28, 2026
Hi Cathryn, We’re happy to hear that. It’s wonderful to hear that the food and service were consistently good and that the portions left you satisfied. Thank you for the kind words. We hope to welcome you back the next time you are in town.
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Lisa
Mobile8 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 19, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a very good meal. Had an excellent view. Service was very attentive and appreciated. Will return and I recommend
Foodcraft CoastalResponded on October 24, 2026
Thank you for the kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed your meal and appreciated the excellent view. We are pleased the service felt attentive and that you plan to return. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another great visit.
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Jennifer
New Orleans3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible atmosphere and food. And, our server Jeff was among the best we’ve ever had!
Foodcraft CoastalResponded on October 18, 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words. We are thrilled that you enjoyed the atmosphere and the food. We are very happy that the service made your visit memorable. It means a lot to our whole team to hear this. We appreciate you sharing your experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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Jeanne
New Orleans2 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 3, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The restaurant is decorated nicely. Great food. The noise level is makes conversation tricky with one hard of hearing. The server was sweet but felt like an extra table she did not have time for. She was very sweet when she came to the table. Other employees removed our plates. A manager delivered our dessert. He asked about our meal.
Foodcraft CoastalResponded on October 14, 2026
Thank you for visiting and for the kind words about our decor and food. We are sorry the noise level made conversation difficult for someone at your table and that your server seemed rushed. We appreciate you noticing the staff who cleared plates and the manager who checked on you. We hope to welcome you back.
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Dylan
Orlando2 reviews
2.0
Dined on September 26, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Was very mid, very nonchalant service when it came to serious allergy’s. Bad tap beer. But modern layout good portion, no parking unless you valet for 22$. Picnic tables for outside seating. There’s work to do.
Foodcraft CoastalResponded on October 5, 2026
We are very sorry that the service felt nonchalant about your serious allergy concerns and that the tap beer did not meet your expectations. We appreciate you highlighting the modern layout, generous portions, and the picnic-table outdoor seating. We also understand the frustration about the parking. Parking is free to all of those dining in our Restaurants with a validation code. We hope you will give us another try in the future and if so please reach out directly so we can personally oversee your reservation. -Kevin Roberts
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Carole
West Sussex1 review
5.0
Dined on September 25, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful surroundings sitting outside! The waiting staff were a little slow clearing and bringing the check… Food was well presented
Foodcraft CoastalResponded on September 27, 2026
Thank you for dining with us and for the kind words about our outdoor seating and the presentation of your meal. We apologize for the slow clearing and the delay bringing your check. We appreciate you taking the time to share this feedback and hope to welcome you back soon.
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larry Gold
Indiana7 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 23, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great dining experience. The white staff was attentive and friendly. The food was very good and we thought the price was reasonable in the ambience is excellent.
Foodcraft CoastalResponded on September 27, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted that you enjoyed attentive, friendly service, our food, reasonable prices, and the restaurant’s ambience. We’re proud our team made your visit pleasant, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon to try more favorites.
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Kaye
South Carolina2 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 13, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We wanted a quiet dinner to explore some different appetizers with our favorite drinks. We were not disappointed. From hostess to servers, the staff was kind, friendly and attentive. We will be back again.
Foodcraft CoastalResponded on September 16, 2026
We’re so glad your quiet dinner hit the mark. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed exploring different appetizers with your favorite drinks, and that our hostess and servers made you feel welcome and attentive. It means a lot to our team to receive your kind words. We hope to welcome you back soon.
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David
Atlanta4 reviews
3.0
Dined on September 11, 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our second visit and will be our last, while the atmosphere and service are exceptional the food is mediocre at best.
Foodcraft CoastalResponded on September 14, 2026
Hello, David Thank you for choosing us again and for praising our atmosphere and service. We are sorry the food fell short of your expectations. We would appreciate hearing which dishes felt mediocre so we can better understand your experience. Please consider sharing details here or contacting us directly; your input matters to our team.
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Unspecified
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(251) 923-2950
Website
https://foodcraftgsp.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
21196 East Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Neighborhood
Gulf Shores
Cross street
Located at The Lodge at Gulf State Park on East Beach Blvd in Gulf Shores.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access

FAQs

Weekends are ideal for the breakfast buffet and brunch, guests repeatedly praise the weekend breakfast offerings, while Sunday evenings have also been noted as less busy.

Guests often describe portions as generous, several reviews call the servings "big" or "very generous, " with many parties leaving comfortably full.

Yes, Foodcraft Coastal is frequently chosen for special evenings, with guests praising anniversaries and birthdays, the sunset patio and attentive service for a memorable date night.

Foodcraft Coastal sees its busiest moments during peak events and holiday buffets, guests report packed parking and long lines at holiday sittings, while weekday lunch visits are often quiet and Sunday evenings have been noted as about half full.

Foodcraft Coastal delivers a relaxed coastal vibe with stunning gulf views and an oversized deck for sunset dining; guests also note occasional live music upstairs and a mix of lively interior service and calmer patio seating.

Casual dress, comfortable, nothing formal expected, fitting the restaurant’s casual-dining setting.

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Foodcraft Coastal

4.6

$30 and under

Unspecified

Gulf Shores

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 7, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Foodcraft Coastal

Make a reservation

Foodcraft Coastal

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Weekend Brunch with Live Music

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