Shipp's Dockside Grill Upper Deck offers upscale dining and an amazing Sunday brunch. Located at the Orange Beach Marina, guests enjoy views of the boats, a relaxed, upscale atmosphere, and great food.

Shipp's Dockside Grill - Upper Deck
Shipp's Upper Deck is open for evening service along with Sunday brunch. The menu focused on fresh Gulf seafood, steaks, and southern inspired dishes.
There is also Shipp's Lower Deck located downstairs which is a casual counter-service option.
Shipp's Dockside Grill has one of our favorite Orange Beach Sunday Brunch menus! It is the perfect relaxing start to the day. They are also a fantastic date night in Orange Beach options.


Indoor Seating
There is great indoor seating perfect for date night, family dinner, or a friends group. They have tables that can easily seat a larger group (Just make sure to make a reservation).

Indoor Bar
The indoor bar is in the heart of the dining area. The perfect spot to start your meal with a great drink. This is the place to be on Sunday mornings for brunch when they have champagne specials.

Outdoor Seating
The outdoor seating overlooks the marina giving guests the opportunity to watch the boats come in and out. It is covered so there is some shade from the hot Alabama Gulf Coast sun depending on the time of day you visit.
Shipp's Dockside Upper Deck Menu
Shipp's Upper Deck offers upscale dinner service along with an amazing Sunday brunch menu.

Upper Deck Dinner Menu
Dinner service includes fresh Gulf seafood, you hook it we cook it options, and island fare.
Appetizers/Beginnings - Smoked yellowfin tuna dip, Bayou blue crab dip, Pimento fried cheese, Fried blue crab claws, Pepper fried shrimp, Ben's blackened tuna, Gulf coast crab cake, New style sashimi, Blue Balls, Southern butterbean cakes, and Royal reds.
Soup & Salad - Gumbo, Crab bisque, Johnson beach salad, Caesar salad, Wedge salad, and southern salad
Oysters - Raw, Rockefeller, Creole, or a combo
Specialties & Seafood - Grouper Pontchartrain, Black sesame tuna, Blackened mahi mahi, Island swordfish, Crab & brie quesadilla, Jumbo lump crab cakes, Fried seafood platter, Fried shrimp platter, Fried oyster platter, and Steamed snow crab legs
Island Fare - Filet mignon, Chipotle filet, Surf & Turf, Baby Bella filet, Blackened duck, Rigatoni with blackened jumbo shrimp, Chicken Florentine, Island eggplant, or Cornish Hen
Desserts - Buzzed brownie, Key lime pie, Southern comfort bread pudding, Giant cheesecake, Pina colada cake, or carrot cake.


Upper Deck Brunch Menu
Shipp's Upper Deck Sunday Brunch menu gives you the option of ordering your choice of appetizer, entree, and dessert for a set price or you can order ala carte.
We go with the set price menu, and it has been fantastic. Pair your meal with their $3 glass of champagne special or Shipp's Signature Bloody Mary.

Brunch Starters - Berries with Grand Marnier Sabayon (photo below), Yellowfin tuna dip, Avocado toast egg BLT (photo above), Southern fried cheese, Cajun oysters, Pepper fried shrimp, Southern biscuits and gravy, or butter bean cakes
Soup & Salad - Bayou blue crab bisque, Steakhouse wedge salad, Gulf coast gumbo, or Turtle soup
Brunch Entree's - Eggs France, Crabmeat Omelette, Steak and Eggs (pictured above), wings and grits, Blackened swordfish sandwich, The big Shipp (Jumbo chicken breast), Gulf coast quesadilla, Ben's blackened tuna, Fried shrimp, Blackened mahi, Caribbean grouper, Chicken Florentine, Island eggplant marinara, or Blackened duck

Kids Menu - Check for current options
Gluten-Free - Grilled fish, steak and eggs, oysters, new style sashimi, salads, and more.
Vegan - salads with adaptations
Vegetarian - salads with adaptations, pimento fried cheese, southern butterbean cakes, island eggplant (remove the lump crab), desserts
Signature Cocktails - The Shipp Faced - The restaurant's signature cocktail. A citrus-based cocktail served in a souvenir glass and designed to set the ideal vacation mood.

Why you will love the Upper Deck at Shipp's
- Chef Matt Shipp's return to Orange Beach Marina brings a genuinely chef-driven dinner menu to one of the most beautiful waterfront settings in the city
- Sunday Brunch from 11am to 3pm has developed its own following as one of the best slow-morning waterfront brunch options in Orange Beach
- The outdoor deck views of Orange Beach Marina with boats coming and going throughout dinner are genuinely hard to beat

Things to know when planning a visit
Address - 27075 Marina Road, Orange Beach, Alabama
Phone - 251-412-7447
Hours - Monday to Saturday 4:30 pm - 9 pm, Sunday 11 am - 3 PM (brunch) and 4:30-9 pm regular service.
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There is accessible parking close to the front entrance with an elevator to reach the upper deck
Plus Size Seating - The chairs do not have arms on them and are comfortable
Dress Code/Suggestions - Date night
Pets - Pets are not allowed in the restaurant
Parking - There is parking available next to the restaurant. Make sure you do not park in the marina parking.

Orange Beach Restaurants and Attractions nearby
Beachside Circle Boats Orange Beach - A fun floating tiki-style circle boat experience on the back bays of Orange Beach. A great activity before or after dinner at the Upper Deck.
Sail Wild Hearts Orange Beach - Sailing adventures, sunset sails, and dolphin tours departing from the marina area. A great pairing with an Upper Deck dinner for a full evening on the water.
Cosmos Restaurant and Bar Orange Beach - An eclectic waterfront restaurant on Canal Road with a creative menu and the Banana Leaf Wrapped Fish named one of Alabama's top 100 dishes. A great option for nights when the Upper Deck is fully booked.
OSO at Bear Point Harbor Orange Beach - Bold coastal cuisine at Bear Point Marina with Bang Bang Shrimp Bowls, BBQ Brisket Mac N Cheese, and waterfront views. Another great marina dining option nearby.
The Tiki Bar at Safe Harbor Sportsman Orange Beach - A casual waterfront tiki bar experience right in the marina area. A great pre-dinner drink spot before your Upper Deck reservation.
Tradewinds Orange Beach - A Gulf-front condominium in Orange Beach with easy access to the marina area and Perdido Beach Boulevard. A great home base for guests planning a special dinner at the Upper Deck.

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Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tours
These are some of our favorite tours available in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama.
Dolphin Tours - Book a dolphin cruise here
Check out our experiences on Hammock Time Tiki Tours, Explorer Dolphin Cruise, Southern Rose Dolphin cruise, Cruise OB (Orange Beach), Sail Wild Hearts, Sunset Sail and Dolphin Tour, and the Sunny Lady Dolphin Cruise.
Slingshot Rentals - Use code GULFJOURNEY To save 10% off a Slingshot Rental with Gulf Coast Rental Co in Orange Beach
Pontoon Boat Rentals - Enjoy cruising the waters of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach on a Pontoon. Check out the pontoon boats with slides for extra fun. Book your Boat Rental Here
Parasailing - Check out the epic views as you parasail in the Gulf of Mexico. Look for wildlife and you float high above the water. Book your Parasailing Trip Here
Jet Ski Rentals - Jet Ski Tours and rentals are a great way to explore the back bays of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Book your Jet Ski Rental Here
Click here to see all of the top rated tours and activities available in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.

Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Lodging
If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations. We have personally stayed at each of these lodging options (except Margaritaville, coming 2027!):
Use code GULFJOURNEY at checkout with Spectrum Resorts and Beachball Properties and Lucky Bird Vacations for an exclusive discount!
🏖️ Beachball Properties - Vacation houses and condos throughout Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Use Code GULFJOURNEY for a discount. Book with Beachball Properties
🏖️ The Beach Club Resort and Spa (Fort Morgan) - Beachfront condos with amazing amenities, a spa, and the incredible Coast Restaurant on-site. Use Code GULFJOURNEY for a discount with Spectrum Resorts. Book The Beach Club
🏖️ Turquoise Place (Orange Beach) - Our favorite resort in the area! Luxury amenities, epic Gulf-front views, and stunning condos. Truly unforgettable. Use Code GULFJOURNEY for a discount with Spectrum Resorts. Book Turquoise Place
🏨 The Tides Hotel (Orange Beach) - Gorgeous beachfront hotel with a great breakfast buffet, outdoor pool, and top-notch customer service. Book The Tides
🏨 Island House Hotel (Orange Beach) - Right on the beach with epic views from every room. Book Island House
⛺ Timberline Glamping (Orange Beach) - Stay in an amazing glamping tent with a private bathroom, right next to Gulf State Park. Book Timberline
🏨 The Lodge at Gulf State Park - Beachfront Hilton hotel in Gulf State Park offering epic views, sustainable practices, and great on-site restaurants. Book The Lodge
🏨 Springhill Suites Orange Beach - Located next to The Wharf with a gorgeous pool. Perfect location for shopping and dining. Book Springhill Suites
🔜 Margaritaville Resort Orange Beach (Coming 2027) - The highly anticipated Margaritaville resort is coming to Orange Beach! The first phase opens in 2027 and will include beachfront cottages, bungalows, condos, pickleball courts, and an entertainment district.
The map below shows the current hotels and vacation rentals available in the area. You can select the dates you are visiting to see current availability.
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