Doc's Seafood Shack - Orange Beach

Doc's Seafood Shack and Oyster Bar on Canal Road in Orange Beach has stood the test of time for a reason. Serving the Gulf Coast since 1984. Locals love it, visitors come back trip after trip to enjoy what Doc's says are the best fried shrimp in the entire civilized world.

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Doc's Seafood Shack

The fried shrimp are legendary, the oysters on the half shell are fresh and cold, and the Create Your Own Seafood Platter gives you the freedom to mix and match everything you love in one generous serving.

My husband loves that you can make your own cocktail sauce at the table. He likes it spicy and can get just the right flavor he loves.

Indoor Seating

Doc's Seafood Shack has casual comfortable indoor seating with tables and chairs that can fit groups of 2 - 6 people. The chairs are padded and comfortable.

There is also counter seating available at the front of the restaurant with tall chairs.

Doc's Seafood Shack Menu

The menu at Doc's Seafood Shack covers all the Gulf Coast classics, from their world-famous fried shrimp to fresh oysters on the half shell and hearty seafood platters.

Menu Highlights

• World-famous fried shrimp
• Create Your Own Seafood Platter (choose from fried shrimp, fried fish fillets, fried stuffed crab, fried oysters, boiled shrimp, grilled shrimp, fried clam strips, or chicken strips)
• Super Seafood Platter (shrimp, oysters, stuffed crab, fish fillet, and a free cup of gumbo, served with fries or new potatoes, coleslaw, and hushpuppies)
• Baked Seafood Platter (skewer of grilled shrimp, fried clam strips, baked stuffed crab, fish fillet, boiled potatoes, salad, coleslaw, hushpuppies, and a free cup of gumbo)
• Seafood Gumbo (prepared fresh daily)
• Oysters on the half shell (half dozen or full dozen)
• Fried Oysters
• Fried Fish Fillets and Grilled Fish Fillets
• Fried Crab Claws
• Stuffed Crab Platter
• Dynamite Shrimp
• World Famous Homemade Onion Rings
• Island Chicken (grilled chicken breast with bacon, BBQ sauce, and provolone cheese)
• Burgers and sandwiches
• The Ole Spider Burger (soft-shell crab sandwich)
• Key Lime Pie

Kids Menu - Meals are served with French Fries, a hush puppy, and a rice krispy treat.

• Fried Shrimp
• Grilled Cheese
• Chicken Tenders
• Fried Fish
• Mac n Cheese
• Cheese Sticks
• Hamburger

They have cute drink cups you can buy that include an alligator, pirate or mermaid.

Gluten-Free - boiled shrimp, chicken salad, shrimp salad, grilled fish fillets, grilled shrimp

Vegan - garden salad

Vegetarian - Salad (without meat), mac n cheese side, new potatoes, fries, cole slaw, garden salad

Signature Cocktails - Salted Caramel Bushwacker, margarita, pina colada, key lime colada, long island tea, draft and can beer, wine

Why you will love Doc's Seafood Shack

• Best Bushwacker Orange Beach - Salted Caramel
• Orange Beach seafood institution serving the Gulf Coast since 1984
• World-famous fried shrimp
• Create Your Own Seafood Platter with mix and match options
• Fresh seafood gumbo prepared daily
• Make your own cocktail sauce at the table, a fun and unique touch
• Full-service bar
• Casual, laid-back atmosphere that locals and visitors love
• Delivery via DoorDash and pickup available
• Catering available for groups and events
• You catch them, they cook them! Bring in your fresh catch and Doc's will cook it up.

Things to know when planning a visit to Doc's Seafood Shack

Address - 26029 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Phone - (251) 981-6999

Hours - Restaurant and Pickup: 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily | DoorDash Delivery: 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM

Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.

Accessibility - There is accessible parking near the entrance to the restaurant. Inside the restaurant everything is on the same level with solid floors.

Plus Size Seating - They have chairs without arms that are comfortable. There is space to move within the restaurant.

Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual

Pets - Pets are not allowed inside the restaurant

Parking  - There is parking next to the restaurant. It is not a big lot so make sure you pay attention moving around it.

Orange Beach Restaurants and Attractions nearby

Bird Dog Chicken Co. - A newer Orange Beach restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with epic chicken sandwiches. A great spot if someone in your group is not a seafood fan.

Another Broken Egg Cafe - A Southern-inspired breakfast, brunch, and lunch cafe on Canal Road. Known for creative benedicts, fluffy pancakes, hand-crafted cocktails, and a great brunch atmosphere.

Nami Sushi - A well-loved sushi and Japanese restaurant on Canal Road. Fresh rolls, hibachi, and a welcoming atmosphere. A great change-up if you are looking for something different from seafood.

Cactus Cantina - Laid-back Mexican food with an American twist right on Canal Road. Famous for their Cactus Cheese Grits and knockout margaritas in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.

Cosmos Orange Beach - An eclectic restaurant and bar on Canal Road with a creative menu and fun atmosphere. The Banana Leaf Wrapped Fish was named one of the top 100 dishes to eat before you die by the Year of Alabama Food.

Luna's Eat and Drink - A Southern coastal kitchen and taphouse with a fantastic meat and three lunch special, fresh seafood, salads, and a great outdoor courtyard with lawn games.

BuzzCatz Coffee and Sweets - A beloved local coffee shop and bakery on Canal Road. Amazing breakfast, in-house baked goods including pop tarts, quiche, waffles, and great coffee. A Canal Road favorite for locals and visitors alike.

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