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    Home » Alabama » Fairhope

    Locals Fairhope

    Modified: Jul 4, 2025 · Published: Jun 5, 2023 by Tammilee · This post may contain affiliate links

    Locals Fairhope offers delicious food, and a great atmosphere and is one of our favorite places to eat in Fairhope, Al.

    Locals Fairhope, with tables and chairs, and bright flowers

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    Locals - Fairhope

    Contents show
    Locals - Fairhope
    Indoor Seating
    The Bar at Locals
    Outdoor Seating
    Locals Fairhope Menu
    Why you will love Locals
    Things to know when planning a visit to Locals in Fairhope
    Restaurants and Attractions nearby
    Fairhope Tours and Nearby Attractions
    Additional Gulf Coast Travel Guides
    Fairhope, Alabama Lodging

    If you are looking to enjoy great burgers, epic shrimp and grits, great food, and so much more, you are going to love Locals Restaurant in Fairhope.

    We absolutely love dining at Locals in Fairhope. The restaurant has a comfortable atmosphere, amazing customer service, and delicious food.

    Every time we visit, we have a hard time deciding what to order. There are so many options.

    Indoor seating with tables and chairs, fans and art at Locals Fairhope

    Indoor Seating

    There are a few options for indoor seating, including at the front of the restaurant, in a private room, or at The Bar at Locals.

    We enjoyed a padded chair at a small table at the front of the restaurant that was really comfortable.

    The Bar at Locals

    Located off the courtyard, the Bar at Locals offers frozen drinks, a wine bar, and a full selection of cocktails.

    They have large screen TVs to enjoy gameday or special events. Plus, happy hour specials from 3 pm to 6 pm.

    outdoor dining surrounded by plants and statues at Locals Fairhope

    Outdoor Seating

    The outdoor dining options are epic at Locals Fairhope. You can enjoy live music, a gorgeous courtyard, and a relaxing atmosphere.

    The spacious porch is fantastic! Perfect for enjoying a relaxing meal. The entire Tuscan-style building is amazing. You can tell why it is one of the local favorites.

    Appetizer and Salad menu at Locals Fairhope

    Locals Fairhope Menu

    Locals is the taste of the town in Fairhope for a reason! Fresh food, local meat and seafood, made-to-order pastas, and epic preparation turn into delightful menu options.

    Bruschetta with balsamic glaze on a white platter at Locals Fairhope
    Bruschetta

    Menu Highlights -

    Bruschetta - fresh bread topped with buffalo mozzarella, seasonal tomatoes, fresh basil with a balsamic reduction drizzle.

    Build Your Burger menu at Locals Fairhope

    The Build Your Burger menu is amazing!

    Choose from grass-fed beef, bison, grass-fed lamb, wild game (changes weekly), pork, cage-free chicken, or a veggie burger.

    Choose your fresh baked bread, including French roll, focaccia, on a salad, whole wheat, or Gluten-free.

    Choose your cheese from Baldwin bay Swiss, Elberta, Fenugreek, Leyden, Cajun Spice, Tuscany, Garlic Blue, or Provence.

    Choose your burger toppings, including sauteed onions, sauteed mushrooms, egg, jalapenos, peppers, pineapple, bacon, boudin, Conecuh sausage, or avocado.

    Then choose a sauce! Please try the Garlic Aioli. It is delicious and amazing, and I would be happy to put it on everything.

    This burger is so good it made our Best Burger in Gulf Coast post.

    Gluten-Free - Gluten-free bread is available.

    Vegan - They have salads available.

    Vegetarian - I had the Fettuccine Alfredo and it was one of the best pasta dishes I have enjoyed in a really long time.

    During our next visit, I can't wait to customize a veggie burger.

    Signature Cocktails

    Bourbon Smash - Woodford Reserve Bourbon, fresh lemon, and mint. This drink is so refreshing and tastes fantastic.

    Good Luck Charm - Woodford reserve bourbon, limoncello liqueur, fresh lemon, sour, and muddled spearmint.

    Berry Lavender Champagne - champagne with lavender syrup and muddled fresh berries.

    They also have an epic cucumber gimlet, coconut mojito, and strawberry ginger lemonade cocktail.

    John holding a bourbon cocktail with lemon wedge and mint

    Why you will love Locals

    • Epic food
    • Great atmosphere
    • Indoor and outdoor dining
    • Live music (Local bands play every Friday and Saturday Night)
    • Wonderful Service
    • Ingredients from local farmers
    • Grass-fed burgers
    • Delicious desserts (try the key lime pie)
    Fettuccine alfredo on a white plate next to bruschetta and a burger at locals fairhope

    Things to know when planning a visit to Locals in Fairhope

    Address - 312 Fairhope Avenue, Fairhope, Alabama 36532

    Phone - 251-517-7225

    Hours - Hours vary depending on the day of the week. The restaurant closes from 3 pm to 5 pm to give the staff a break.

    Sunday 11:30 - 3:00

    Monday 11:30 - 3:00

    Tuesday 11:30 - 3:00 and 5:00 - 9:00

    Wednesday 11:30 - 3:00 and 5:00 - 9:00

    Thursday 11:30 - 3:00 and 5:00 - 9:00

    Friday 11:30 - 3:00 and 5:00 - 9:00

    Saturday 11:30 - 3:00 and 5:00 - 9:00

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

    Accessibility - There is easily accessible seating inside and outside of the restaurant.

    Plus Size Seating - The indoor seating was very comfortable with no arms on the chairs.

    The outdoor seating varies so you may need to point to the table with a chair you are comfortable sitting in.

    Dress Code/Suggestions - Dressy casual.

    Pets - Pets are allowed outside on the patio seating

    Parking  - There is street parking in front of the restaurant along with a new parking garage being built a couple blocks away.

    Owners Wade and Ashley Peryer focus on local ingredients, small batch food making with epic gourmet burgers, and so much more!

    Key Lime Pie on a white plate at Locals Fairhope

     

    Restaurants and Attractions nearby

    Warehouse Bakery & Donuts - Enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch with fresh made pastries.

    Panini Pete's Café and Market - Panini Pete has an epic Pete's Muffuletta panini that is listed as one of the 100 things to eat in Alabama.

    Fairhope Soap Company - This is one of our favorite locally owned shops! So many great luxury bath products

    Downtown Fairhope Shopping - Enjoy epic shopping on the main streets of downtown Fairhope.

    Things to do in Fairhope - All of the best things to do while exploring Fairhope.

    Fairhope Restaurant Guide - Check out all of the amazing restaurants to enjoy in Fairhope, Al.

    Mr. Gene's Beans - A great local coffee and ice cream shop! You have to try a Fairhope Float.

    Fairhope Tours and Nearby Attractions

    Walking Food Tour of Fairhope - Enjoy six different foodie stops in Fairhope, learn about the local area, and taste great food.

    Downtown Mobile Food Tour - Explore Mobile's LoDa neighborhood on a gourmet food tour.

    USS Alabama Battleship Tickets - Take a self-guided tour of the USS Alabama and the USS Drum Submarine, National Historic Monuments.

    Perdido Queen Riverboat Dinner Cruise - Cruise on a historic riverboat along the scenic Mobile River.

    Additional Gulf Coast Travel Guides

    Top things to do in Gulf Shores - Don't miss all of the epic things to do while enjoying time on the Gulf Coast.

    Best things to do in Foley, AL - All of the fun adventures to enjoy in Foley.

    Foley Railroad Museum - The Foley Railroad Museum and Model Trail Exhibit are a great family-friendly attraction.

    What's New in Orange Beach & Gulf Shores - Check out all of the new restaurants, attractions, hotels, and things to do in town

    Things to do in Fort Morgan, AL - All of the fun adventures to do while visiting Fort Morgan, including beaches, spa, history, and more.

    Fairhope, Alabama Lodging

    If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations. 

    Grand Hotel Golf Resort and Spa - Gorgeous Marriott property with exceptional amenities.

    Hampton Inn Fairhope - Located right downtown Fairhope, making it easy to walk from your hotel to excellent restaurants and shopping.

    Holiday Inn Express Fairhope -Stay at the centrally located Holiday Inn Express Fairhope, an IHG Hotel, and enjoy complimentary breakfast, a terrace, and convenient dry cleaning/laundry services. The hotel offers a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center, as well as free in-room Wi-Fi for guest convenience.

    Comfort Suites Mobile East Bay- You can enjoy your stay at Comfort Suites Mobile East Bay with complimentary breakfast, laundry facilities, and access to a fitness center. Stay connected with free in-room Wi-Fi, and additional amenities, including a business center, are also available to guests.

    Key West Inn Fairhope- Located in the business district, Key West Inn Fairhope Al offers a range of amenities, including free continental breakfast, convenient laundry facilities, and a well-equipped business center. Guests can stay connected with complimentary in-room Wi-Fi during their stay.

    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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