Niki's Seafood & Thai on Canal Road in Orange Beach is a locally owned Thai restaurant that has been serving authentic Thai food alongside Gulf Coast seafood since 2017.
Niki's Seafood & Thai
Niki's Seafood & Thai is our favorite Orange Beach Thai restaurant. They have a diverse menu of options that we don't find in other local restaurants.
My husband would happily go just for the drunken noodles and chicken satay.
Indoor Seating
There is a lot more space inside Niki's Seafood & Thai than it looks like from outside. We were amazed during our first visit how large the dining area is.
The restaurant has tables and chairs along with bench seating on one wall.
Niki's Seafood & Thai Menu
Niki's Seafood & Thai's menu spans the full range of Thai classics, curries, noodles, stir-fries, soups, and rice dishes, alongside fried Gulf seafood and salads.
Appetizers
- Spring roll
- Crab n Cheese roll
- Chicken Sa-Tay
- Zesty Calamari
- Fried tofu
- Hush puppies
- French Fries
- House Salad
Soup
- Coconut Soup ( Tom-Kha)
- Spicy Herb Soup (Tom-Yum)
Fried Seafood
- Fried Shrimp and Fries
- Fried Filet White Fish and Fries
Fried Rice
- Thai Fried Rice
- Spicy Basil Fried Rice
- Pineapple Fried Rice
Noodles
- Pad Thai - Served with ground peanuts
- Pad-Kee-Mow (Drunken Noodles)
- Pad-See-Ew
- Pad-Woon-Sen
Stir-Fried
- Cashew
- Ginger
- Spicy Basil Leaves
- Spicy Basil Eggplant
- 3-flavor
- Pad-prik-kingh
- Mixed Vegetables
Curries
- Red Curry
- Green Curry
- Pa-Nang Curry
- Masseman Curry
Kids Menu - check with restaurant for current options
Gluten-Free - salads, curries, soups (confirm ingredients)
Vegan - house salad
Vegetarian - Spring rolls, vegetable rice
Why You Will Love Niki's Seafood & Thai Orange Beach
- The Pad Kee Mow Drunken Noodles with house chili paste are the most talked-about dish at Niki's and a great introduction to the menu for anyone new to Thai food
- The Special Seafood with Thai Flavors section is a standout, combining fresh Gulf Coast fish, scallops, shrimp, and soft-shell crabs with Thai curry sauces
- Four curry options each with a distinct flavor profile, from the full-flavored Red Curry to the slow-building Green Curry and the creamy peanut-forward Pa-Nang
- Excellent vegan and vegetarian options throughout the menu with tofu as a confirmed protein substitute
- Imported Thai beer including Singha is available alongside sake, wine, and classic cocktails
- House-made Coconut Cake and seasonal Mango Sticky Rice round out the meal with authentic Thai desserts
- Casual, neighborhood atmosphere with a loyal local following
Things to know when planning a visit
Address - 22641 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, Alabama
Phone - 251-981-1833
Hours - Lunch Monday - Friday 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Dinner
- Monday - Thursday 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm
- Friday & Saturday - 4 pm - 9 pm
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There is a ramp along the side of the building to reach the main entrance. Accessible parking is available
Plus Size Seating - The restaurant has plastic chairs along with a solid bench along the wall.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual
Pets - Pets are not allowed in the restaurant
Parking - There is a gravel parking area in front of the restaurant.
Orange Beach Restaurants and Attractions nearby
Doc's Seafood Shack and Oyster Bar Orange Beach - A Gulf Coast institution since 1984 on Canal Road with world-famous fried shrimp, fresh oysters, seafood platters, and the legendary Salted Caramel Bushwacker.
GT's on the Bay Orange Beach - A casual waterfront restaurant on Canal Road with great views of Wolf Bay, an indoor aquarium, a full salad bar, and a well-rounded menu of seafood and Southern comfort food.
Cactus Cantina Orange Beach - Laid-back Mexican food with a Gulf Coast twist right on Canal Road. Famous for Cactus Grits and a full lineup of margaritas. Two Orange Beach locations.
O'Choppers Almost Irish Pub Orange Beach - A fun Irish pub on Canal Road with Irish-inspired food, a great bar, and some of the most entertaining menu descriptions on the Gulf Coast.
Luna's Eat and Drink Orange Beach - Fresh Gulf Coast Southern food on Canal Road with pimiento hushpuppies with blueberry pepper jelly, smoked cheddar grits, beer cheese dip, and a great happy hour.
Another Broken Egg Cafe Orange Beach - A Southern-inspired breakfast, brunch, and lunch cafe on Canal Road with creative benedicts, fluffy pancakes, and craft cocktails.
Bird Dog Chicken Co. Orange Beach - A newer Orange Beach restaurant serving epic chicken sandwiches for breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Canal Road.
Restaurants at The Wharf Orange Beach - Guide to every restaurant and food option at The Wharf in Orange Beach, just a short drive from Niki's on Canal Road. Great for a full evening out after dinner.
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🔜 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.
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