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    Home » Alabama » Foley

    OWA Restaurants (Downtown OWA and Tropic Falls)

    Modified: Dec 7, 2025 · Published: Apr 19, 2024 by Tammilee · This post may contain affiliate links

    Great OWA Restaurants are located in both Downtown OWA and inside Tropic Falls Water Park and Theme Park.

    Collage of four OWA restaurant photos Cozumel Mexican Restaurant, Sushi Co., Hershey Ice Cream Parlor, and Groovy Goat

    OWA Restaurants

    Contents show
    OWA Restaurants
    Groovy Goat
    C'est Le Vin Wine Bar & Shop
    Cozumel Bar & Grill
    Gusssie's - CLOSED
    Hershey's Ice Cream Parlor
    Sushi Co. - Closed
    Towne Tap - Closed
    Waffles R Wild - The Speakeasy
    OWA Restaurants in Tropic Falls
    Baja Grill at Tropic Falls
    Breakers Bar & Grill
    Grub at Tropic Falls
    Libations at Tropic Falls
    Tiki Treats
    Things to know when visiting OWA Parks & Resorts
    Do any OWA Restaurants have vegetarian food?
    Foley Hotels and Lodging options
    Additional Alabama Gulf Coast Articles
    Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tours

    These OWA Restaurants are located in Downtown OWA outside Tropic Falls Water Park and Amusement Park. A little farther down this article, we have the OWA restaurants located in the theme park.

    Downtown OWA also features a Starbucks, The Spice & Tea Exchange, and Murder Creek Distillery.

    The OWA park complex features tons of dining and entertainment options. OWA has become a premier destination in Baldwin County. They keep bringing in great new restaurants and fun new attractions.

    You can enjoy an unforgettable evening of fun wandering around Downtown OWA. Enjoy great wine at C'est Le Vin Wine bar, delicious desserts at Hershey's Ice Cream Parlor, Epic wings at Groovy Goat, along with checking out a Brandon Styles magic and comedy show.

    Whether this is your first visit to OWA Parks & Resort or you are a Gulf Coast Local bringing guests to experience the fun, I hope you have a great time at one of these OWA Restaurants.

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    Groovy Goat sign with a goat and food drink next to a large arrow

    Groovy Goat

    We are big fans of the Groovy Goat at OWA. They have huge TVs perfect for watching sports or a big event.

    Menu highlights:

    Tableside nachos! Nacho servers come to your table and customize a giant platter of nachos exactly how you want them.

    G.O.A.T. Wings in a wide variety of flavors including  Buffalo, Cola teriyaki, Sticky Honey and Black Pepper, Sweet BBQ, House Medium Voodoo, Thai Chili, Korean BBQ, or Habanero. Boneless or traditional bone-in wings available.

    OWA Grown Up Grilled Cheese is delicious. So is the Bar Burger with a sunny side up egg and bacon.

    Address - 106 S OWA Blvd. Foley, AL

    Park near the Clock Tower and you will see the Groovy Goat right on the corner.

    Phone - 251-999-4628

    C'est Le Vin sign over a glass entrance door on a brick building

    C'est Le Vin Wine Bar & Shop

    This locally owned wine bar and shop offers wine, craft beer, charcuterie boards, and other nibbles.

    Menu highlights: Charcuterie Boards and wine options

    Address - 104 C S. OWA Blvd, Foley

    The closest parking is at the Clocktower parking lot. Walk straight into OWA past groovy Goat and you will see C'est Le Vin Wine Bar ahead and on the right.

    Phone - 251-314-0258

     

    Cozumel lighted sign on a restaurant with multiple painted skull murals

    Cozumel Bar & Grill

    Cozumel Bar & Grill is the fantastic new Mexican Restaurant in Downtown OWA. They are getting rave reviews from local foodies and visitors.

    Enjoy a authentic Mexican culinary journey at Cozumel Bar & Grill in the heart of Downtown OWA. Exquisite traditional dishes, flavor-packed tacos, and the vibrant beats of salsa, bachata, and merengue music await you.

    Menu highlights:

    Appetizers include cheese dip, chicken wings, loaded fries, and charro beans.

    They also have chimichangas, tacos, seafood, traditional plates (El Molcajete, flautas, carnitas, pollo loco, carne asada), Burritos, quesadillas, fajitas, enchiladas, salads, and more.

    The margaritas are delicious! The new hibiscus margarita is refreshing and perfect for a hot Alabama Gulf Coast day.

    Address - 104 OWA BLVD Suite A, Foley, AL

    Look for the amazing mural on the outside of the building.

    The closest parking lot is the clock tower parking area.

    They also have locations in Loxley and coming soon to Fairhope.

    Phone - 251-923-3464

    Gussie's sign with a pelican, sun over water, and good vibes great food text on it.

    Gusssie's - CLOSED

    Gussie's in Downtown OWA is a great family friendly restaurant. They have a fantastic kid's menu with all of their favorites available.

    Adults will love the selection of sandwiches, build your own burger, salads, and so much more.

    Menu highlights:

    Appetizers include hand cut mozzarella sticks, beer battered onion rings, spicy smoked tuna dip, fried banana peppers, and fried green tomatoes.

    They have a great Build Your Own burger with topping options. Tons of sandwiches are available included a grilled buffalo chicken wrap, French dip, shrimp po'boy, bang bang tacos, Uncle B's Big Cheese, and a classic Cuban Sandwich.

    Gussies has a great kid's menu with all of their favorites including a kid burger, hot dog, PB&J, Kid chicken tenders, kid shrimp, and a grilled cheese.

    Address - 101-J S. OWA Blvd. Foley, AL

    The closest parking lot is near the Clock Tower.

    Phone - 251-923-2110

     

    Hershey's Ice Cream Parlor sign over glass doors, with red and white awnings over two windows next to the door.

    Hershey's Ice Cream Parlor

    Hershey Ice Cream is always a good idea! Especially on a hot Gulf Coast of Alabama day.

    This ice cream parlor has a 1950's vintage vibe and so many flavors of ice cream to choose from.

    Menu highlights - ice cream cones, waffles cones, and other ice cream treats.

    Address - 105 S OWA Blvd, Foley, AL

    Located just past the Groovy Goat near the entrance to Tropic Falls. The closest parking area is the clock tower.

    Phone - 251-424-7621

    Sushi Co. sign with fish behind the letters next to a brick building

    Sushi Co. - Closed

    Sushi Co. Closed on Labor Day Weekend! A new restaurant should be announced soon.

    Enjoy Sushi rolls, hibachi fried rice, poke bowls, and more at Sushi Co. in Downtown OWA.

    Menu highlights:

    Appetizers include edamame, spring rolls, crab Rangoon, gyoza, lava onigiri, tuna tataki, and shrimp and vegetable tempura.

    Sushi Single Rolls include a California roll, Philly Roll (smoked salmon), Alaskan Roll (salmon), crawfish roll, unagi roll (BBQ Eel), Shrimp tempura roll, and spicy tuna roll.

    Signature rolls include Spider Roll (fried soft shell crab), Rainbow roll (crab, tuna, salmon, red snapper, and white tuna), Volcano roll (crab, spicy scallops), Cowboy Roll (New York strip, eel sauce) and more.

    Tuna and salmon poke bowls,  hibachi fried rice and meals (chicken, steak, shrimp, and combinations), and more.

    Address - 101-M S. OWA Blvd, Foley

    The closest parking is near the Clock Tower parking area. The restaurant is just down the walkway from the parking lot.

    Phone - 251-214-0606

    Towne Tap sign with leaves over a double door with a British red telephone box and British Royal soldier statue.

    Towne Tap - Closed

    Towne Tap is a European inspired pub in Downtown OWA that features self-pour beer taps.

    Menu highlights:

    Appetizers include loaded beer cheese fries or chips, pub chicken wings, roasted red pepper hummus, buffalo chicken egg rolls, a giant Bavarian soft pretzel, fried brussel sprouts, and duck bacon cream cheese wontons.

    Entrees include bratwurst n chips, beer battered fish po'boy, pub cheeseburger, fried chicken sandwich, pub-style fish and chips, bangers & mash, shepherd's pie.

    They also have potato soup, a strawberry pecan salad, and house salad. The dessert menu looks delicious.

    The kids menu includes pizza sticks, fried chicken bites, and a grilled cheese with fries.

    Address - 103 S OWA Blvd, Foley, AL 36535

    You can park at either of the parking areas to reach the Towne Tap. It may be a tiny bit closer to the clock tower parking lot depending on where you have to park.

    Phone - 251-378-2861

     

    Waffles r Wild presents the Speakeasy text on two glass doors, with a sign over it that says the Speakeasy with a playing card.

    Waffles R Wild - The Speakeasy

    The newest addition to Downtown OWA is Waffles R Wild. You can enjoy a wild range of waffle creations including waffledilla (quesadilla made in a waffle maker), chicken and waffle kabobs, and more. They even have an Oreo Wafflewich.

    This newly opened family restaurant features prohibition cocktails at the Waffles r Wild Bar inside the restaurant.

    Menu highlights:

    Breakfast menu includes a breakfast waffledilla, big shot omelet, breakfast tacos, and classic breakfast dishes with a waffle dish. Don't worry they have traditional waffles.

    They have a ton of waffle toppings to choose from. You can also infuse your waffles with fun flavors.

    Appetizers include chicken waffledilla, steak waffledilla, chicken and waffle kabobs, potato fry party, chicken tenders, loaded nachos, and a lot more.

    Signature dishes include the Wild Plate a Rochester favorite that includes burgers, tenders, or hot dogs over homemade mac salad and fries, covered in meat hot sauce and onions, with a savory waffle.

    Waffles R Wild has a huge menu of choices including waffle sandwiches, traditional waffles,

    Address - 100-F S. OWA Blvd, Foley, AL

    The parking lot near the roundabout on the clock tower side of the complex is the closest parking area to the restaurant.

    Phone - 251-943-2271

    Tropic Falls sign with roller coaster in the background

    OWA Restaurants in Tropic Falls

    These restaurants are in the Tropic Falls water park and outdoor amusement park. You will need Tropic Falls tickets to access these restaurants.

    Tropic Falls at OWA includes and indoor waterpark along with outdoor wave pool and amusement park rides.

    There is a great Coastal Curl Surf Simulator, Rollin Thunder roller coaster, and so many more rides to enjoy.

    Baja Grill sign above a food stand

    Baja Grill at Tropic Falls

    Located in Tropic Falls this restaurant features classic theme park favorites with a tropical twist.

    Menu highlights -

    Baja Snacks include Cauli wines, chips & queso, pretzel bites, French fry basket, bacon and cheese potato kegs, Baja nachos.

    Combos served with fries and a drink include the Baja Burger, Impossible Burger, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Hot dog, Chili Cheese Dog, Chicken Tenders, and Buffalo Chicken Tenders.

    They also have sweet treats, Coke products, beer, and hard seltzer.

    Three paper baskets with a burger and fries, cheese curds, and foil wrapped cheeseburger, with Tropic Falls at OWA paper under them.

    Breakers Bar & Grill

    Located at Big Water Bay inside Tropic Falls.

    Menu highlights:

    The menu features delicious drinks and great food.

    Specialty cocktails include Big Kahuna Margarita, Leisure Island Iced Tea, Ripcurl Rum Punch, Blue Hawaiian, Rogue Wave Bloody Mary, Watermelon Wave, Maui Splash, Tropic Lemonade, and Tropical Kraken.

    They also have frozen cocktails, kids mocktails, beer, hard seltzer, and wine.

    Grub restaurant sign with tropical pig and flowers

    Grub at Tropic Falls

    Located inside the Tropic Falls indoor water park. This Hawaiian themed restaurant offers great food, drinks, and a pineapple Dole Whip signature dessert.

    Menu highlights:

    Snacks & Sides - Paddleboard fried pickles, Hang ten cheese bites, chips & queso, BBQ Chicken longboard nachos, French fry boat, and a queso fry boat.

    Combos with a drink and fries include a Wipeout cheeseburger, impossible burger, BBQ chicken sandwich, island hot dog, jumbo corndog, chicken tenders, and buffalo chicken tenders.

    They also have 16 inch cheese and pepperoni pizzas

    Libations sign with beer mugs and a tropical drinks next to tropical flowers on the wall

    Libations at Tropic Falls

    Located inside Tropic Falls Indoor Waterpark is a great tropical cocktail bar.

    Menu highlights: 

    Big Kahuna Margarita, Hang 10 Margarita, Ripcurl Rum Punch, Blue Hawaiian, Rogue Wave Bloody Mary, Tropical Kraken, Tropic Lemonade, Watermelon Wave, and Maui Splash.

    Frozen cocktails include Frozen Falls margarita, ICEE Strawberry Daiquiri, Original Jack & Coke Frozen, ICEE Pina Colada, and The Bushwacker.

    Kids mocktails include the Shark Bite.

    They also serve beer (Michelob Ultra, Bud Light, and Corona), along with Topo Chico Seltzer.

    Tiki Treats sign next to a multi color food stand

    Tiki Treats

    Located near the kid and family friendly rides in Tropic Falls Amusement Park.

    Menu highlights: Dole Pineapple Soft Serve, root bear float, coke freeze, ICEE Freeze

    Tiki Treats is has Dole Pineapple Soft Serve...and funnel cakes and cookies. I stopped for the Dole Whip and couldn't try anything but frozen pineapple deliciousness.

    Clocktower with OWA Sign below it and parking lot in the background

    Things to know when visiting OWA Parks & Resorts

    Parking - There are large parking areas on both sides of the OWA Parks & Resort complex. Downtown OWA's pedestrian-only streets can be accessed form any of the parking lots.

    The main parking lot for Tropic Falls and a lot of the restaurants is the Clock Tower Parking Lot (Pictured above). In each restaurant description above we have listed which parking lot to park at for the closest walk.

    Closed Restaurants - One thing to know is Paula Deen's Family Kitchen is no longer located at OWA. Wahlburgers closed in 2020.

    Sushi Co. closed as of September 2024.

    Hours - Make sure to check each restaurants website or the OWA website for current hours. Summer hours and spring hours vary depending on the day of the week.

    grown up grilled cheese next to kraft mac and cheese on a silver tray

    Do any OWA Restaurants have vegetarian food?

    Yes! Here are some of our favorite vegetarian options we have found.

    Groovy Goat has a grown up grilled cheese just remove the bacon, parmesan garlic mushrooms, pretzels & queso, pickle fry up, hot pepper cheese curds, mozzarella sticks, and a Greek salad.

    Baja Grill (Inside Tropic Thunder) has an impossible burger, pretzel bites, cauli wings, chips & queso, fry basket, and Baja nachos.

    Cozumel Bar & Grill - Quesadilla, guacamole dip, Vegetarian fajitas, garden salad, Fajita taco salad without meat, taco salad without meat,

    Grub at Tropic Falls has an impossible burger, fried pickles, hang ten cheese bites (cheese curds), chips & queso, and cheese pizza.

    Gussies has hand cut mozzarella sticks, beer battered onion strips, fried banana peppers, fried green tomatoes, Uncle B's Big cheese sandwich with up to 5 cheeses, steamed broccoli, wild rice, mac n cheese, Cole slaw, house and seasonal salad, and a quinoa plate (remove the chicken)

    Towne Tap has a strawberry pecan salad along with a house salad, roasted red pepper hummus, giant Bavarian soft pretzel (check the beer cheese dip), and fried Brussel sprouts (remove bacon topping)

    Waffles R Wild has breakfast waffles, breakfast waffledilla (remove the meat), chips & salsa, onion rings, savory waffle bites, garden salad, wild ranch salad, and dessert waffles. You can also make a gourmet sandwich with a veggie burger in a savory waffle, roll, wrap, sweet waffle, Texas toast, or lettuce wrap.

    Blue OWA sign over a walkway between buildings with two people walking.

    Foley Hotels and Lodging options

    Planning a trip to Foley? Here are the best hotels and lodging options in the area. Foley makes a great base for visiting OWA, Tanger Outlets, the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, and the nearby Gulf Shores and Orange Beach beaches.

    🏨 TownePlace Suites by Marriott Foley at OWA - The most convenient hotel for OWA visitors, located right on the property. Features an indoor pool, full suites with kitchenettes, and easy walking access to The Park at OWA rides and Tropic Falls. Check Rates and Availability

    🏨 Hampton Inn Foley (#1 Rated Hotel in Foley on Tripadvisor) - The top-rated hotel in Foley. Free breakfast, free parking, outdoor pool, and clean comfortable rooms. Located near Tanger Outlets and a short drive to OWA and the beach. A great all-around pick for families and couples. Check Rates and Availability

    🏨 Home2 Suites by Hilton Foley - Spacious, pet-friendly suites with full kitchens, free breakfast, outdoor pool, BBQ grills, and a firepit. A great pick for extended stays or families who want more room to spread out. Check Rates and Availability

    🏨 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Foley - Conveniently located near Tanger Outlets and just 7 minutes from OWA. Offers a free hot breakfast, outdoor pool, hot tub, and gym. One of the most consistently well-reviewed options in Foley. Check Rates and Availability

    🏨 Cobblestone Hotel & Suites Foley (New in 2025) - Brand new hotel with an outdoor pool, fitness center, free breakfast, and a bar on site. Located 1.2 miles from OWA. A fresh, modern option if you want something newly built. Check Rates and Availability

    🏨 Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Foley - A solid mid-range Marriott option with an outdoor pool and fitness center, close to Tanger Outlets. Check Rates and Availability

    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.

    This map will show you the current hotels and vacation rentals available in the area.

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    What's New in Foley, AL - Check out the new restaurants, attractions, things to do, events, and more in town.

    Fairhope Soap Company - This is one of our favorite locally owned shops! So many great luxury bath products. They have a great shop in Downtown OWA.

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    Lambert's Cafe Foley - Home to thrown rolls, comfort food, and fun.

    Foley Train Museum and Model Train Exhibit - Free museum that is so worth visiting!

    The Brick Oven Pizzeria - Locally owned  old-world-style brick oven pizza restaurant in Foley. One of our favorite pizza restaurants.

    Unique Things to do in Gulf Shores - There are so many amazing and unique things to do in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama!

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    Click here to see all of the top rated tours and activities available in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.

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