New Orleans Original Snoballs in Gulf Shores, Alabama, can be found right off the beach, serving delicious snoballs, burgers, boudin and hot dogs, a frito pie, and more!
New Orleans Original Snoballs
If you have driving down East Beach Blvd in Gulf Shores you have probably seen the bright yellow umbrellas and sign for New Orleans Original Snoballs.
This local Gulf Shores restaurant is the perfect spot to visit for an ice cold snoball, quick and easy lunch or dinner, and relaxed atmosphere.
They make everything to order so you can design your perfect snoball flavor combination and toppings. So good on a hot summer afternoon.
One thing to know is they are a cash only or cash app only restaurant. They do not take credit cards. They can take venmo and other app payments.
Outdoor Seating
There are yellow picnic tables with yellow umbrellas and a couple of benches perfect for enjoying your snoball or a meal right outside the shop, located directly across the street from the white sand beaches of Gulf Shores.
New Orleans Original Snoballs Menu
Snoball Menu
Flavors - Banana, Blue Raspberry, Bubble Gum, Buttercream Vanilla, Cherry, Cotton Candy, Granny Smith Apple, Grape, Ice Cream, Nectar, Pina Colada, Spearmint, Strawberry, Strawberry Cheesecake, Tiger's Blood, and Wedding Cake.
Sugar Free Flavors - Granny Smith Apple, Strawberry
New Orleans Creams Flavors - Chocolate Cream, Wedding Cake Cream, Mocha Cream
Toppings - Condensed milk, whipped cream, sour spray, and chocolate syrup
Food Menu
- Muffaletta Sandwich
- Angus Burger
- Cajun Burger
- Mesquite Chicken Burger
- Cajun Chicken Sandwich
- Hot Dog or Cajun Hot Dog
- Boudin or Cajun boudin
- Nachos
- Frito Pie
Make it a combo with chips & water
Kids Menu - The snoball menu is a kids dream come true
Gluten-Free - Snoballs
Vegan - Snoballs withouth the cream
Vegetarian - Snoballs
Why you will love New Orleans Original Snoballs
- Stuffed Snoball with ice cream inside is a must-try upgrade that takes the experience to another level
- Tiger's Blood, Wedding Cake, and Nectar Cream are the most consistently praised flavors
- Located directly across the street from the Gulf Shores beach, making it one of the most convenient treat stops on East Beach Boulevard
- Kid size snoballs available and the whole menu is family friendly
- Picnic tables with umbrellas and benches outside for comfortable outdoor seating
Things to know when planning a visit
Address - 320 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Hours - Fall Hours - Sunday thru Thursday, 11:00 till 8:00, Friday and Saturday, 11:00 till 9:00
The restaurant closes for the winter. Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.
Accessibility - The restaurant has a gravel lot and walkway leading up to the order counter. Seating is at picnic tables on the dirt.
Plus Size Seating - There are benches along with picnic tables
Dress Code/Suggestions - Beach casual
Pets - Pets need to be on a leash
Parking - There is parking along the fence and behind the building. Make sure you do not block access.
Gulf Shores Restaurants and Attractions nearby
Gulf Island Grill Gulf Shores - A local Gulf Shores favorite right across the street from the beach with great Gulf seafood, the legendary What the Duck cocktail, snow crab legs, and a casual tropical atmosphere.
Island Pancake House Gulf Shores - A Gulf Shores breakfast and brunch institution with build-your-own pancakes and waffles, cinnamon roll pancakes, the island crabcake breakfast, and views of the Gulf.
Pink Pony Pub Gulf Shores - The iconic hot pink beachfront bar right on the water in Gulf Shores with live music, cold drink1s, and one of the best views on East Beach Boulevard.
Shrimpy's Grill and Golf Gulf Shores - Great Gulf Coast food and a fun mini golf course steps from the beach on East Beach Boulevard.
DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen Gulf Shores - A local Gulf Shores favorite for fresh Gulf seafood right on East Beach Boulevard with great lunch specials and a casual beachside atmosphere.
Cherry on Top Gulf Shores - A sweet shop near the beach on East Beach Boulevard.
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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
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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 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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