The Cove Bar and Grill is a local favorite in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Known for their amazing Cove Burger and live music daily.
The Cove Bar and Grill
We first went to The Cove to try the Cove Burger because we kept hearing it needed to be on our Best Burgers in Gulf Shores list.
I have to tell you that I am really glad we folded to pressure because my husband said the burger was one of the best he has had in town. It is flavorful, and you can customize it with your favorite toppings.
The kitchen stays open late! If you are craving a burger or good food late at night this is one of the best late night restaurants in town.
They have live music daily so you can relax listening to a local band with great food.
Indoor Seating
The restaurant has high and low tables inside with comfortable chairs.
Indoor Bar
There is a small indoor bar on one side of the restaurant.
Outdoor Seating
There is a great outdoor seating area with a combination of tables and chairs along with a group of chairs around a long table.
The Cove Menu
The Cove Menu is filled with great options including their epic Cove Burger! They make all of their sauces and dressing in house.
This is upgraded bar food that tastes amazing.
Menu Highlights
Tuna Nachos - house made fried wontons with seared ahi tuna, seaweed salad, and topped with spicy mayo and eel sauce.
Cove Burger - Hereford or Angus Ground Beef, seasoned and cooked to order over flame roasted chargrill. Served on a toasted brioche bun with lettuce, tomato, onion, and hamburger dill pickles. Customize your Cove Burger with jalapenos, bacon, fried egg, fried green tomato, sauteed onions, fried jalapenos, a ½ avocado, and your choice of American, Blue cheese, Feta or Cheddar Cheese. Served with potato chips, French fries, or a small house salad.
Stuffed Avocado - Fresh avocado seasoned and chargrilled then stuffed with either blackened chicken or shrimp, black bean Pico, mozzarella and cheddar cheese, then topped with creamy tequila lime avocado sauce.
Cajun Chicken & Waffles - chicken strips fried in Cajun batter then served over waffle sticks layered with house made sriracha and a dollop of whipped cream.
Fish Tacos - three grilled fish tacos on a corn tortilla with spicy mayo and slaw.
Chicken Wings - fried naked or chargrilled buffalo wings tossed in mild or hot buffalo, honey BBQ, or sriracha honey sauce. Served with your choice of ranch or bleu cheese dipping sauce.
Hearts of Romaine Salad - Fresh chopped or chargrilled romaine, topped with tomatoes, red onions, cucumber, feta cheese, and croutons. Served with choice of dressing.
House made sauces include - ranch, marinara, eel sauce, spicy mayo, honey mustard, buffalo mild, bleu cheese, sriracha honey, honey bbq, cove spicy, and buffalo hot.
Kids Menu - grilled cheese, quesadilla,
Gluten-Free -Hearts of romaine salad, stuffed avocado
Vegan - stuffed avocado without cheese or protein, salad
Vegetarian - Stuffed avocado without cheese or protein, plain quesadilla, salad
Signature Cocktails - Huckleberry Hurricane
Why you will love The Cove Bar and Grill
- Local favorite with a great burger
- Pool tables and dart machine
- Touch tune jukebox
- Live music daily
- Talented bartenders
- One of the best bars in Gulf Shores.
Things to know when planning a visit to The Cove Bar and Grill
Address - 131 Cove Ave Gulf Shores, AL 36542
There is also a Cove Bar and Grill in Murrieta, CA so make sure you are looking at the correct restaurant.
Phone - 251-968-5353
Hours - Monday - Saturday: 11 am-1 am
Happy Hour: Daily from 2 pm-7 pm
Closed on Sunday
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that the hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There is an accessible parking space at the front of the restaurants. Inside the restaurant there is space between tables and an accessible bathroom.
Plus Size Seating - The chairs do not have arms and were comfortable. They have both high and low tables.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual
Pets - Pets are not allowed inside the restaurant
Parking - There is a parking lot next to the restaurant.
Reservations - The restaurant does not take reservations.
Restaurants and Attractions nearby
LuLu's Gulf Shores - Check out this iconic restaurant right on the Intercoastal Waterway.
Efes Greek Kitchen - This drive-thru Greek restaurant has great gyros and Greek Salad.
The Ugly Diner - Located in the same area as the Downtown Gulf Shores Surfside Pizza. this small local diner has epic food.
Lickin Good Donuts - Right around the corner is one of the best donut shops in Gulf Shores!
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Wade Ward Nature Park - Just down the street is an elevated boardwalk trail perfect for checking out wildlife and bird watching
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
Check out our experiences on Hammock Time Tiki Tours, Explorer Dolphin Cruise, Southern Rose Dolphin cruise, Cruise OB (Orange Beach), Sail Wild Hearts, and the Sunny Lady Dolphin Cruise.
Pontoon Boat Rentals - Enjoy cruising the waters of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach on a Pontoon. Check out the pontoon boats with slides for extra fun. Book your Boat Rental Here
Parasailing - Check out the epic views as you parasail in the Gulf of Mexico. Look for wildlife and you float high above the water. Book your Parasaiing Trip Here
Jet Ski Rentals - Jet Ski Tours and rentals are a great way to explore the back bays of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Book your Jet Ski Rental Here
Click here to see all of the top rated tours and activities available in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Lodging
If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations. We have stayed at each of these lodging options:
The Beach Club Resort and Spa (Fort Morgan): This resort offers beachfront condos with amazing amenities and a great spa. Don't miss dinner at Coast Restaurant.
Use Code - GULFJOURNEY for a discount when booking with Spectrum Resort.
Turquoise Place Luxury Vacation Rentals (Orange Beach): This is our favorite resort in the area! It offers luxury amenities, epic beachfront views, and unbelievable condos.
Use Code - GULFJOURNEY for a discount when booking with Spectrum Resort.
Springhill Suites Orange Beach: Located next to The Wharf, it is an excellent location near shopping and dining. We enjoyed their gorgeous pool.
The Lodge at Gulf State Park: Located on the beach in Gulf State Park, this Hilton Hotel offers epic beach views, a sustainable hotel experience, and great restaurants.
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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