Fish River Grill - Gulf Shores

Fish River Grill in Gulf Shores, Alabama, is a local and visitor favorite! This casual restaurant is known for its soft shell crab Bloody Mary, seafood platters, and Swamp Soup.

Fish River Grill

 Fish River Grill on Gulf Shores Parkway has been feeding locals and visitors for years with a menu rooted in authentic Southern cooking and Gulf Coast seafood. Located next to Rouse's Grocery, the restaurant is casual and very comfortable.

If you have heard locals talking about Swamp Soup, this is where you want to go for a bowl!

The Fish River Grill menu is filled with grilled and fried seafood. They are also known for their Bloody Mary with a soft shell crab centerpiece.

Indoor Seating

Fish River Grill in Gulf Shores has a fantastic indoor seating area with tables and chairs along with booths lining the room.

Indoor Bar

 The indoor bar area has seating along the bar with tall chairs. There are also a few tables and chairs near the indoor bar.

Fish River Grill Menu

Fish River Grill is a Gulf Shores institution built around authentic Southern-style cooking and Gulf Coast seafood. Every dine-in guest receives a complimentary cup of the famous Swamp Soup with their meal.

The Famous Swamp Soup

The Swamp Soup at Fish River Grill is a combination of several types of beans and greens slow-cooked together in a rich Southern broth. Every dine-in guest receives a complimentary cup with their meal.

Starters

Gator Bites, Fried Green Tomatoes, Fried Pickles, Crab Claws, Creole Shrimp and Crabmeat Gumbo, the Cajun Crawfish Pistol, and the Sweet Thang Beignet

Fried or Grilled Seafood Platters

All platters served with swamp soup, homemade hushpuppies, coleslaw, French fries, fried okra, lemon, and tartar or cocktail sauce.

Options include Gulf Shrimp, Mississippi Catfish, White Fish, Fried Oysters, Fried Frog Legs, Fried Seasoned Gator, Shrimp and Oyster, Shrimp and Fish, and the Large Bayou Seafood Basket which combines shrimp, oysters, fish, stuffed crab, frog legs, and gator bites into one plate. Grilled White Fish topped with Crawfish Sauce and a Grilled Chicken or Fish Salad round out the lighter options.

Burgers

All served with French fries and swamp soup.

The Hurricane Burger, River Burger, River Cheeseburger, Swamp Burger with bacon and grilled onions, Bleu Cheese Bacon Burger, Mushroom Swiss Burger, and the Fish River Grill Patty Melt on Texas toast.

Sandwiches and Po-Boys

All served with French fries and swamp soup.

OMG Shrimp Feast Po-Boy, Redneck Reuben on toasted rye, Holy Moly Catfish BLT Po-Boy with fried green tomatoes and holy moly sauce, Fried Shrimp Po-Boy, Fried Oyster Po-Boy, Fried Gator Po-Boy, Fried Catfish Po-Boy, Alabama Chicken Melt, Dixie Chik Po-Boy with fried chicken tenders, River Sausage, and the L.A. Steak Po-Boy with Au Jus.

Kids Menu

Fried or grilled catfish, fried or grilled whitefish, fried chicken tenders, fried half dozen shrimp, fried half dozen oysters, cajun crawfish pistol, half reuben on rye, grilled cheese, and corn dog.

Gluten-Free - grilled seafood

Vegan - very limited

Vegetarian - limited, I had a grilled cheese and fries.

Signature Cocktails - Jubilee Beast Bloody Mary with fried softshell crab

Why you will love Fish River Grill

• A Gulf Shores institution
• Every dine-in guest receives a complimentary cup of the world-famous Swamp Soup, a rich Southern bean and greens broth that has been the most talked-about dish
• The Large Bayou Seafood Basket with shrimp, oysters, fish, stuffed crab, frog legs, and gator bites is one of the most complete Southern seafood platters on the Alabama Gulf Coast
• Generous portions at affordable prices
• Great beer selection and a full bar
• Casual, warm, and unpretentious atmosphere where everyone feels welcome
• Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating

Things to know when planning a visit to Fish River Grill

Address - 1545 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 

Located in the Rouse's Gulf Shores shopping center

Phone - (251) 948-1110

Hours - Monday through Saturday 10:30 am to 9:00 pm

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

Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible entrance, wheelchair accessible parking, wheelchair accessible restrooms, and wheelchair accessible seating

Plus Size Seating - The chairs do not have arms and are comfortable. There is booth seating that will be up to each person how comfortable it is

Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual

Pets - Pets are not allowed in the restaurant.

Parking  - There is a large parking area in front of Fish River Grill shared with Rouse's Grocery store.

Gulf Shores Restaurants and Attractions nearby

Soul Bowlz Gulf Shores - Fresh acai bowls, nutrient-packed smoothies, and healthy options right near Fish River Grill in Gulf Shores. A great lighter option for anyone in the group who wants something fresh.

Efe's Greek Kitchen Gulf Shores - A locally loved Greek restaurant in Gulf Shores with gyros, Greek salads, and Mediterranean favorites.

Chocolate Corner and Ice Cream Gulf Shores - A locally owned chocolate shop with house-made fudge, chocolate starfish and shells, buckeyes, Blue Bell Ice Cream sundaes, milkshakes, and smoothies. A great dessert stop nearby.

TopSail Steamer Gulf Shores - Gulf Shores' take-home steam-and-eat seafood bucket shop right around the corner on Gulf Shores Pkwy. Customize your bucket with shrimp, crab, sausage, corn, and potatoes and cook it at your rental.

Hog Wild Beach and BBQ Gulf Shores - Locally loved BBQ restaurant in Gulf Shores with pulled pork, chopped ribs, buffalo shrimp, Alabama white BBQ sauce, and a great kids menu.

Sarah's Homemade Gulf Shores - great take and bake items, cookies, and sweet treats.

Cafe Beignet Gulf Shores - Fresh fluffy beignets covered in powdered sugar right near Rouse's in Gulf Shores. Open early morning.

Happy Pappy's Coffeehouse Gulf Shores - A super cute locally owned coffee shop in the heart of Gulf Shores with comfy chairs, Greek pastries, light bites, and great espresso drinks.

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