Tacky Jacks - Orange Beach

Tacky Jacks Orange Beach offers indoor and outdoor dining with epic views of the Perdido Pass Bridge on Cotton Bayou.

Tacky Jack's Grill & Tavern - Orange Beach

Tacky Jacks offers great food, a spectacular view of the Gulf of Mexico, and a fun atmosphere perfect for a Gulf Coast vacation.

This great waterfront seafood restaurant in Orange Beach offers something for everyone in the family. The casual atmosphere is perfect for a laid-back, relaxed meal.

The food tastes fantastic, we have always had amazing service, and the views make you not want to leave the Gulf Coast.

Make sure to check for upcoming events with live music! This fun restaurant is a locals' favorite hangout along with visitors.

How can you go wrong with one of the best happy hour in Orange Beach! This was the first Tacky Jack restaurant to open over 37 years ago.

Tacky Jacks Orange Beach has been voted friendliest staff, best island atmosphere, best happy hour, and best overall bar in local people's choice award.

We have always had a great experience when dining at Tacky Jack’s Grill & Tavern in Orange Beach. This popular vacation destination is well worth planning a visit too.

I have to admit that of the three Tacky Jacks locations the Orange Beach one is our absolute favorite.

Every time we visit the food is amazing for breakfast, the service is unbelievable, and the views are spectacular.

I can't rave enough about the breakfast crew's service. They are truly amazing and we look forward to talking with them every time we are at the restaurant.

There is an onsite gift shop if you want to pick up a t-shirt or souvenir to remember your visit to Tacky Jack's.

Indoor Seating

There is comfortable indoor seating with air conditioning.

Outdoor Dining

There is an outdoor bar and seating area. The outdoor seating offers epic views of the water.

The outdoor deck is super comfortable and fun! There is also a sandy area near the boat marina.

My husband loves the shrimp and cheese grits!

 

Tacky Jacks - Orange Beach Menu

Tacky Jack’s Restaurants offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner along with a great happy hour.

Menu choices to please everyone include full breakfast, hearty appetizers, salads, wraps, burgers, fresh seafood, chicken and steak entrees.

Menu Highlights - Hearty Appetizers, Mexican Garbage Nachos, seafood, Tacky Shrimp, fish tacos, Po'boys, burgers, green tomato fries, and so much more!

Mexican Garbage Nachos - Beef and cheese nachos with corn tortilla chips topped with meat, 2 cheese, tomato, onions, black olives, sour cream, jalapeno peppers, and salsa.

Smoked Tuna Dip - Served on a bed of lettuce with toast points

Crawfish Tails - Fried and spicy!

Philly Cheese Steak - Thinly Sliced Ribeye Grilled with Onions and Peppers on top of New Orleans Loaf and Topped with Melted Cheese Sauce

TJ burger - 2 Quarter Pound Burger Balls – Hand Smashed and Griddle Flashed to Juicy Perfection. Served on a fresh Butter Toasted Bun with Lettuce, Tomato, American Cheese, Fries & Chips.

 

For breakfast check out the Farmer's Omelet, which the State of Alabama lists as one of the "100 dishes to eat in Alabama before you die". The Farmers Omelet comes with potatoes, onions, green peppers, mushrooms, sausage, ham, plus American and Cheddar Cheese inside and out. Served with a choice of bread.

They have one of the best cheese omelets I have found in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach.

The Tacky Jack's in Orange Beach does one of our favorite breakfasts!

Kids Menu - The kids menu includes chicken strips, creamy mac and cheese, flaky fish fingers, fried popcorn shrimp, grilled cheese sandwich, and a cheeseburger.

Gluten-Free - grilled fish, grilled shrimp, steak, snow crab, ahi tuna platter, grilled mahi mahi and more

Vegan - Salads without dressing, steamed vegetables, corn on the cob, baked potato

Vegetarian - Salads, grilled cheese, steamed vegetables, corn on the cob, baked potato

Signature Cocktails - Bushwacker, great beer selection, and a full bar.

Chute for the Sky Parasailing - Tacky Jacks

Have you always wanted to experience the thrill of parasailing along the Alabama Gulf Coast? You can enjoy a bird's eye view of the area by enjoying a ride with Chute for the Skye Parasailing.

Two or three people can fly at the same time as long as the total weight does not exceed 500 pounds!

Children 4-18 are allowed to parasail if a parent signs a waiver.

Book your tour here.

Why you will love Tacky Jacks - Orange Beach

• Boat In Restaurant
• Fun Vibe
• Good food
• Casual Dining
• Cook your Catch
• Outdoor Dining/ Orange Beach waterfront restaurant 
• Sandy beach area
• Kid friendly restaurant Orange Beach

Things to know when planning a visit to Tacky Jacks - Orange Beach

Address - There are three Tacky Jacks restaurant in the Gulf Shores Orange Beach area (Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, and Fort Morgan)

Tacky Jacks Orange Beach - 27206 Safe Harbor Dr, Orange Beach AL 36561

From 161, turn onto Marina Road. At large Tacky Jacks sign turn right onto Safe Harbor Drive. Tacky Jacks is on right at end of Safe Harbor. The restaurant has an epic waterfront setting

Tacky Jacks Gulf Shores is located directly on the Intracoastal Waterway at the curve on Canal Road.

Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan is located near Fort Morgan right on the water.

Phone - 251-981-4144

Hours - Open daily at 7 am.

Sunday through Thursday open until 9 pm

Friday and Saturday open until 10 pm

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

Accessibility - There is a ramp along the side of the building to reach the 2nd floor.

Plus Size Seating - The seats do not have arms and were pretty comfortable.

Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual

Pets - Tacky Jacks Orange Beach has pet friendly outdoor dining.

Parking  - There is a large parking area near the restaurant. Be prepared it does get busy.

Reservations - Reservations are not accepted ahead of time.

Places to visit near Tacky Jacks - Orange Beach

Southern Rose Dolphin Cruises - Located right next to the restaurant is a great Orange Beach Dolphin Cruise!

Gulf State Park - Spend time exploring this gorgeous Alabama State Park! From the backcountry trail to beach access there is something for everyone.

Orange Beach History Museum - The history museum is housed in a 1910 schoolhouse. The museum has local artifacts and memorabilia that relate to local fishing heritage and Native American heritage.

GT's on the Bay - This epic coastal restaurant has an aquarium in the dining room. The entire family will love watching the large fish swim by or looking for dolphins in the Intercoastal Waterway.

Springhill Suites at The Wharf - If you are looking for a fun place to stay check out our stay at the Springhill Suites.

Cotton Bayou Public Beach Access - Check out this gorgeous public beach access in Orange Beach.

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