Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove is one of the local favorites along Alabama's Gulf Coast for bushwhackers, boat-in amenities, and fun times.

Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove is not fancy; it is a beach dive bar that locals and visitors love! Many locals will tell you their favorite Bushwacker is at Pirates Cove, and it tastes even better on hot summer afternoons on the water.

I found it interesting to read that the CCC (Civilian Conservation Corp) built the building around 1935 as part of the Intracoastal Waterway Project.

With a retired park ranger husband, I have learned a lot about CCC buildings in national parks, and I enjoy knowing there is one locally.

Legend has it there is also pirate history from way back in Civil War times. Admiral Raphael Semmes hid his ship in the bayou.

Today, you will find locals, visitors, and dogs relaxing on the sandy shores enjoying a cold drink and having fun with friends.

Indoor Seating

There are tables and chairs near the bar where you order and outside under a covered deck.

The outside seating under the deck is fantastic. You get the breeze off the water and can enjoy the gorgeous views.

Outdoor Seating

There are tables and chairs on the outdoor deck and picnic tables in the sand closer to the water.

Pirates Cove Menu

Pirates Cove menu includes Sandwiches, burgers, platters, and more. Pizza is only available on Friday after 5 pm, Saturday, and Sunday.

One thing to know about the menu items is that a note on the menu if you order via mobile says special instructions will be ignored.

If you can't have seeds, please know that the special sauce has seeds. We were unaware of this until my husband took a bite of the cheeseburger. It looks like a Dijon mustard sauce with mustard seeds.

Menu Highlights

Cheeseburger: A ⅓-pound custom short rib, brisket, and chuck beef blend burger with cheddar cheese, special sauce (dijon mustard), lettuce, tomato, and grilled onion.

Double Cheese Burger - ⅔ pound burger

Bacon cheeseburger - ⅓ burger with bacon

Fried chicken sandwich: Two fried chicken tenders, mayo, lettuce, tomato, and onion on a hoagie bun.

Platter of onion rings - Enough onion rings to feed 4-5 people

Chicken platter - 16 - 18 pieces of chicken tenders with cove sauce

Platter of Fries - enough wedge-cut fries for 4-5 people

Grilled chicken sandwich - 5-ounce chicken breast, mayo, lettuce, tomato

Pizza - Available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday ONLY!

10-inch or 14-inch pizzas are available along with a 10-inch gluten-friendly crust.

Kids Menu -

Gluten-Free - They have a 10-inch gluten-friendly pizza, but it is not gluten-free.

Vegan - House salad

Vegetarian - house salad, french fries, onion rings, cheese pizza on the weekend.

Signature Cocktails - Bushwacker, Bushwacker, did I mention the Bushwacker.

They also offer mixed drinks, beers, and Coke products.

Why you will love Pirates Cove

• Best Bushwackers on the beach
• Dog friendly
• Family-owned and operated for over 60 years
• Chill folks relaxing by the water

Things to know when planning a visit to Pirates Cove

Address - Pirates Cove, 6664 County Road 95, Elberta, AL 36530

Make sure you enter the address for Pirates Cove Marina and Restaurant and not Pirates Cove Rrrr V Resort also in Baldwin County.

Seven miles south of US 98, 4.5 miles from Perdido Pass on the north shore of Arnica Bay

Longitude/Latitude - Lon: 87 degrees 32.0’ W, lat 30 degrees 19.2’ N

Phone - 251-987-1224

Hours -

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

Accessibility - The parking lot is sand and rocks, but parking is near the front entrance. A wooden ramp leads up to the building and an outdoor deck.

Plus Size Seating - There are wooden bench chairs that are comfortable to sit on.

Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual, beach clothes

Pets - Dogs are allowed outside of the restaurant. Don't be surprised to be greeted by someone's friendly dog as they wander around the beach.

Dogs are so welcome at Pirates Cove that many regulars have brought their dog ashes back to the cove since it was their favorite place.

Parking  - A gravel parking area is in front of Pirate's Cove. It can get PACKED on busy summer weekends. Go early to get a parking space.

Owner Eileen Mueller and co-managers Karl Mueller and Paul Mueller,

Restaurants and Attractions nearby

Dinosaurs in the Woods - Check out the fun dinosaurs in the woods sculptures just down the road from Pirates Cove.

Lady in the Lake Alabama - Floating in the marina is an amazing Lady in the Lake sculpture. The Lady in the Lake is back after hurricane damage was repaired.

Bamahenge - The Alabama version of a life-size Stonehenge replica is located near the Dinosaurs in the Woods.

Lambert's Café Foley - Home of thrown rolls and Southern Comfort Food

Wharf Amphitheater - Check out the great concerts and events at this outdoor concert venue.

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