Retro Sunliner Diner in the heart of Gulf Shores offers epic dining in a great, fun atmosphere.
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Step Back in Time at Sunliner Diner Gulf Shores
You can't miss the glowing Sunliner Diner sign and classic cars parked out front as your drive into Gulf Shores.
This 1950s retro diner beckons you in for classic comfort food, epic shakes, and fun!
When you walk into the restaurant you can't help but smile at the red and white leather booths, retro wait staff uniforms, and classic cars turned into a table near the front of the restaurant.
If you are looking for a family-friendly restaurant for all ages look no further than the Sunliner Diner.
The food is always great, and the milkshakes are amazing.
Make sure to plan time for your meal and enjoy the atmosphere. This is not the restaurant to choose if you are in a hurry or need to get out of town quickly.
Enjoy the jukebox and classic music while enjoying the retro vibes.
Sunliner Diner Menu: Breakfast Served All Day
The menu is a treat all its own! The faux 1950s newspaper-style menu is filled with great dining options.
Breakfast is served all day. The lunch and dinner menu starts at 11am.
Menu Highlights - Classic diner food we all love. Don't miss the corned beef hash, sandwiches, French toast, Belgian waffles, Pancakes, Classic Eggs Benedict, Country fried steak, Hash browns, Avocado toast, omelets, meatloaf and mashed potatoes, Sunliner Burger, and Fried Chicken!
There are so many menu items we can't wait to try! Sunliner Specialties include epic comfort food dishes we all love.
The Jukebox Burger Challenge
The Jukebox Burger - A stack of three griddled burger patties, topped with American, Swiss, and cheddar cheese, bacon, fried green tomato, onion ring, fried egg, and fried pickles, drizzled with our creole hollandaise sauce on a buttered brioche bun. Order it, and you can play any song on the jukebox! Finish it and get a Sunliner surprise! Served with French fries.
This burger is so good it made our best burger in Gulf Shores list.
Epic Breakfast Plates
Avocado Benedict - Two poached eggs, fresh avocado, and sliced red tomato covered with creole hollandaise sauce on top of a Sunliner biscuit. Topped with chopped red bell peppers and green onions. Served with hash browns or grits.
The Big Daddy-O Breakfast - 3 farm fresh eggs made to order, bacon, sausage, ham, and a pancake. Served with your choice of grits or hashbrowns. (Upgrade to a classic Waffle or French Toast available.)
Classic Breakfast - Two farm fresh eggs made to order, choice of bacon, sausage, or ham, Sunliner Biscuit and choice of grits or hashbrowns. We suggest ordering gravy for the biscuits! SO GOOD!
Sunrise Biscuit and Gravy - A Sunliner biscuit topped with our sausage gravy and two farm fresh eggs made to order, served with hash brown or grits.
Dream Boat Waffle - Your sweet and salty fantasy. Three giant waffles, bacon, sausage, caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, and whipped cream. Topped with chocolate chips and chopped bacon. Making dreams come true!
Candied Bacon - Thick-cut smoked bacon transformed into a sweet and savory treat!
Chicken and Waffle Benedict - Belgian waffle, hand battered fried boneless chicken breast, two poached eggs covered with creole hollandaise sauce. Topped with chopped red bell peppers and green onions, drizzled with syrup. Served with hash browns or grits.
Lunch and Dinner Favorites
The Sunliner Chef Salad - Bed of leafy greens topped with turkey, ham, bacon, egg, tomato, cucumber, cheddar cheese, croutons, and choice of dressing.
Epic Milkshakes and Desserts
The desserts include sundaes, banana splits, authentic 1950s shake, and epic cakes and pies!
Big Tickle Party Shake - This is a shake for the adventurer! Let us dazzle and surprise you! You won't be sorry. You choose chocolate, strawberry, or vanilla ice cream and leave the rest up to us!
We had a vanilla milkshake with Mardi Gras Sprinkles, a waffle, and a cherry.
Caramel Apple Sundae - Vanilla ice cream, warm slice of apple pie and caramel sauce. Topped with more apples, caramel, cinnamon and candied pecans (removed in photo above).
Menu Options for Special Diets
Carrot Cake - This 4 layer carrot cake is unbelievable. We highly suggest taking a slice back to your room with you for a late night sweet treat.
Kids Menu - They have a breakfast kid's menu along with a lunch/dinner menu.
Gluten-Free - They have candied bacon, salads, steak, grilled chicken, or a burger without the bun.
Vegan - They have salads and seasonal fruit. I wouldn't say this is the most vegan-friendly restaurant but there are options.
Vegetarian - They have grilled cheese, salads, and breakfast options. They have Beyond Plant-based patty but be prepared they charge $5 to have one instead of ground beef.
The Razz Your Berries Parfait has Greek vanilla yogurt with seasonal mixed berries and granola. It is really good.
Drinks and Cocktails
Signature Cocktails - They offer beer and wine, Bushwacker, Bloody Mary, Mimosa, Cosmos, a Sunliner Margarita, Irish Cream Coffee, and a White Russian.
Why Sunliner Diner Is a Gulf Shores Must-Visit
- Family Friendly 50s diner
- Great photo opportunities
- Retro fun
- Diner food
- Epic milkshakes
- Breakfast all day
- Walking distance from the beach
Planning Your Visit to Sunliner Diner
Address - 100 E 2nd Ave, Gulf Shores, Alabama
There is a new Sunliner Diner in Orange Beach
Phone - (251) 937-6590
Hours - 7:30 am to 10 pm
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There is a ramp leading into the restaurant. There is space between the tables in the restaurant.
Plus Size Seating - The seats do not have arms on them and they are pretty comfortable.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual
Pets - The restaurant is not pet friendly.
Parking - There is a dedicated parking area surrounding the restaurant.
There is also a location in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
What to Do Near Sunliner Diner in Gulf Shores
Shrimpy's Grill and Golf - Enjoy great food, a fun mini golf course, and great atmosphere.
Souvenir City Gulf Shores - Cross the street to get a fun family photo in the shark's mouth.
The Hangout - Great beach restaurant with live music, fun decorations, foam parties, and more.
Crico's Pizza & Subs - Located right across the street is one of Gulf Shores favorite pizza restaurants.
Picnic Beach - Fun casual restaurant with great photo opportunities (don't miss the outdoor swings).
Gulf Shores Public Beach - Enjoy the epic white sand beaches Gulf Shores is known for!
LuLu's - This iconic Gulf Shores restaurant offers a great play area for kids, delicious food, and fun.
Happy Pappys Coffee House - A great local family run coffee shop with amazing Greek Pastries.
Cherry on Top - Cute ice cream store a couple of blocks from the beach with fun flavors!
Papa Rocco's - A local favorite for pizza and oysters, great drinks.
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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!):
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🏖️ 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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