Hog Wild BBQ in Gulf Shores, Alabama, is a local favorite for delicious barbecue near the beach.

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Hog Wild BBQ
If you are looking for some of the best barbecue in Gulf Shores, you need to visit Hog Wild BBQ!
Get ready for delicious slow-smoke meat, housemade sauces, and a fun atmosphere with a beachy twist.
This southern BBQ makes you want to return every day to try something new.
We are already talking about bringing family when they come into town to visit.

Indoor Seating
Hog Wild BBQ has a variety of indoor seating including high and low tables.
Indoor Bar
There are a few bar stools at the counter.

Outdoor Seating
The outdoor seating at Hog Wild Beach + BBQ is covered with both low and high tables. You have to check out the surfing pig mural on the wall.

Hog Wild Beach And BBQ Menu
The Hog Wild Beach BBQ menu is filled with all of your barbecue favorites served in sandwiches and platters.

Menu Highlights
Sandwiches with 2 sides - Pulled pork, pulled chicken, sausage, turkey, brisket, chopped rib, beachin shrimp', and more.
Platters with two sides and Texas toast - Pulled pork, pulled chicken, smoked sausage, turkey, brisket, baby back ribs (½ pound or 1 pound), Beachin' Shrimp, Smoked Wings (½ pound or 1 pound), Smoked crispy chicken, or a combo.
Big T's Sampler - ¼ lb. pork, ¼ lb. sausage, ½ lb. wings, ¼ crispy chicken, ½ lb. ribs, three sides, and three pieces of Texas Toast.
Tantrum - Pulled pork sandwich topped with house French fries and white BBQ sauce
The Nasty G-This was featured on the Cooking Channel. It consists of pork, chicken, chopped ribs, buffalo shrimp, Cole slaw, and the famous white BBQ Sauce.

Sides - Tomato & Cucumber salad, house fries, sweet potato fries, baked beans, bag of chips, Not your traditional Cole slaw, Mac & Cheese, southern green beans, Cait's tater salad.
Kids Menu - Little Piggies meals include Pulled pork, pulled chicken, sausage, or a grilled cheese served with a drink and a side. They also have a ¼ pound rib plate or a ¼ pound turkey or wings plate served with a drink and side dish.
Gluten-Free - Frickles, BBQ Nachos, Wild Fries, Barbecued Salad Bowl
Vegan - I would check with the restaurant. I think the Tomato and Cucumber Salad should be vegan.
Vegetarian - Mac and Cheese, Banana Pudding, Tomato & Cucumber salad, House Fries, Sweet Potato Fries, Southern Green Beans
Large Quantities - If you need larger platters to serve a big group don't worry Hog Wild Beach BBQ can get you set up.
They have 1 pound containers, different family packs, a big daddy pack, and meat lovers pack. You can pick your side orders to go with the meat.
Big Daddy Pack - 2.5 lbs. of Pulled Pork, 2 Whole Smoked Chickens, 2 lbs. Baby Back Ribs, 2 lbs. Smoked Wings, 8 Pints of Sides, Homemade Sauces, Buns, and Pickles
Meat Lovers - 1 lb. Pulled Pork, 1 Whole Chicken, 1 lb. Baby Back Ribs, 1 lb. Smoked Wings, 1 lb. Smoked Sausage
Desserts - Banana Puddin...order this! HELLO YUM!
Hog Wild Beach + BBQ recently opened Piggie Palms Ice Cream n Waffles next to the restaurant with fun bubble waffle ice cream sundaes.

Signature Cocktails - Barbecued Bloody Mary, Blue Lagoon, Shark Bite, and a full bar.
Why you will love Hog Wild Beach & BBQ
- Best BBQ Gulf Shores
- Catering is available
- Located in the heart of Gulf Shores, Alabama

Things to know when planning a visit to Hog Wild BBQ
Address - 911 Gulf Shores Parkway, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Across from Waterville USA water park
Phone - 251-540-9453
Hours - 10:30 am - 8 pm daily
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There is accessible parking near the restaurant's entrance. The restaurant is on the same level, with concrete floors and space between tables.
Plus Size Seating - The chairs do not have arms on them. There is multiple options for seating so you can decide what you are most comfortable with.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual
Pets - Pets are allowed on the outdoor patio.
Parking - There is parking next to the restaurant.

Restaurants and Attractions nearby
Scoops Ice Cream - You can't miss the light-up ice cream cone calling you to enjoy a delicious scoop of ice cream.
Soul Bowlz - Located in the same parking lot is a fantastic acai bowl and smoothie shop.
Efes Greek Kitchen - This drive-thru Greek restaurant has great gyros and Greek Salad.
Papa Rocco's - A local favorite for great pizza and fun atmosphere.
Sunliner Diner - This retro-feeling diner offers fun for the whole family.
Taco Fiesta - Delicious taco and burrito restaurant in Gulf Shores and Foley.

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
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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 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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