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Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe

4.5 (3676 reviews)
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Shrimp (fried, coconut, red, basket/platter)

Shrimp is mentioned repeatedly as delicious, abundant, and well-prepared in various styles including fried, coconut, and steamed royal reds. Multiple reviewers highlight the generous portions and freshness, making it a standout item.

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Crab Legs

Crab legs receive high praise for being perfectly seasoned, plump, easy to crack, and fresh. They are frequently ordered and described as a must-have item.

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Cheesecake (especially salted caramel cheesecake)

Desserts, particularly cheesecake and its salted caramel variant, are highly recommended, with reviewers describing them as amazing, decadent, and the perfect way to end the meal.

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Fried Crab Claws

Fried crab claws are described as scrumptious and hearty, with one reviewer calling it a hefty pound and fabulous in taste.

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Fish Tacos

Fish tacos are noted as 'pretty good' and enjoyable, recommended by at least one reviewer.

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Pecan Crusted Flounder

The pecan crusted flounder is specifically praised for being delicious, fresh, and served promptly.

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Scampi Crab Claws

Scampi crab claws are mentioned as fabulous, part of a highly praised meal.

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Gumbo

Gumbo is mentioned positively as delicious, hot, and fresh.

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Fried Shrimp Po'Boy

The fried shrimp po'boy is described as phenomenal, hot, fresh, and loaded with shrimp.

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Bushwacker (drink)

While a drink, the Bushwacker is frequently recommended and described as excellent, smooth, and a must-try for adults.

Location details

601 W Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, Alabama, 36542, US

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Hours

Monday 11 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday 11 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday 11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday 11 AM to 10 PM
Friday 11 AM to 10 PM
Saturday 11 AM to 10 PM
Sunday 11 AM to 10 PM

About Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe

Seafood shack amid the sand dunes serving Caribbean & Southern-style eats steps from the water.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great tea selection
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually somewhat difficult to find a space

Frequently asked questions

What is Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe known for?

It is best known for seafood baskets and platters built around coconut shrimp, crab legs, and fried shrimp, plus gumbo and the bushwacker drink. Reviews repeatedly mention big portions, fresh seafood, and fast service, which makes the specialty dishes feel like good value for the price range.

What dishes are most recommended at Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe?

Reviewers most often recommend the coconut shrimp, crab legs, gumbo, trigger fish, fried shrimp po'boy, fried crab claws, and pecan crusted flounder. Dessert also gets strong praise, especially key lime pie, peanut butter pie, cheesecake, and salted caramel cheesecake.

Do you usually have to wait at Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe?

Yes, the place is noted for usually having a wait, and one review mentioned a 30 to 45 minute wait for a table while the bar had no wait. Fast service once seated is a recurring theme, so the line seems to move fairly well.

Is parking available at Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.

Is Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe kid-friendly?

Yes, Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe is good for kids.

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