The Ugly Diner Gulf Shores is open for breakfast and lunch! They serve comfort food done right with a casual fun atmosphere.
The Ugly Diner
This local diner has a great atmosphere and is a hidden gem in the heart of Gulf Shores. High-quality food paired with great service will make you want to plan a return visit.
Plus, you will want to visit multiple times so you have time to check out all of the wall art and signs. We had so much fun giggling over the pictures and signage.
This little diner is a must visit! The friendly staff had us laughing and soaking in the good atmosphere of being on the Gulf Coast.
Our server was truly fantastic. He shared great info on the area and answered a ton of questions we had about living in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
We are already talking about what we will order on our next visit. I definitely want to try the pancakes, we heard the Pho is epic, and my husband LOVES their cheeseburger.
If you talk to locals this is the place to go for great breakfast dishes. Living in Gulf Shores we find ourselves driving over to The Ugly Diner frequently.
Indoor Seating
There are a few options for interior seating including plush booths or a wall bench with tables and wooden chairs.
The restaurant is not big so you will want to plan time if you want to eat inside on a busy morning.
Outdoor Seating
There are a couple of plastic tables and chairs outside of the restaurant.
The Ugly Diner Menu
The Ugly Diner offers comfort food that tastes amazing!
Menu Highlights - It is hard to pick just a few highlights we enjoyed everything we have tried.
Shrimp and Grits - Gulf Shrimp, Bacon, Tomatoes, Chives, specialty sauce with creamy gouda grits.
Biscuits and Gravy - How can you go wrong with 2 biscuits smothered in house made gravy.
Country Fried Steak and Eggs - 2 eggs, country fried steak, home fries, and toast.
Mr. Jim's Peach Cobbler French Toast - Hot French Toast with peach sauce, cobbler crumbs and whipped cream. This tastes like breakfast dessert and is so good!
Pork Chop Breakfast - 2 eggs, pork chop, home fries, and toast.
They have so many epic omelet options including cheese omelette, Denver omelet, Ham and Cheese, Shrimp and Crab omelet, or veggie. Extra omelet toppings include bell pepper, jalapeno, mushroom, feta cheese, spinach, tomato, onion, sausage, bacon, or ham.
For lunch some of the highlights include
Steve's Famous Burger - two ½ pound burger patties, American and Swiss cheese, Sauteed mushrooms, bacon, lettuce, tomato and onion. Served with French fries and a pickle.
This is the top burger on our best burgers in Gulf Shores List!! It's so good.
Banh Mi Sandwich - Pork, cilantro, cucumber, pickled radish, pickled carrots, jalapenos, and special sauce.
Chicken salad melt - House made chicken salad, melted Swiss cheese on Texas toast.
You can't go wrong with the Grilled Chicken sandwich, tuna melt, BLT, Reuben sandwiches, or patty melt. So many epic choices.
Kids Menu - The kids menu includes a hamburger, chicken tenders, or grilled cheeses served with fries or vegetables.
Gluten-Free - They have salads, grilled chicken, omelets, and soups. Make sure to check with the server to confirm there is no gluten.
Vegan - The best option is most likely a salad or a veggie side.
Vegetarian - They have salads, veggie omelet, grilled cheese, and vegetable sides.
Why you will love The Ugly Diner
- Delicious Food
- Friendly atmosphere
- Locally owned diner
- Friendly service
- Best Gulf Shores Breakfast
- American classics and Southern favorites
Things to know when planning a visit to The Ugly Diner
Address - 2200 E 2nd St, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, United States
Located in a small shopping center near China Dragon and Surfside Pizza.
Phone - 251-224-3182
Hours - 7 am to 2 pm
Please confirm with the restaurant to ensure that hours have not changed.
Accessibility - There is a ramp to the sidewalk and the restaurant is one level with space between the tables.
Plus Size Seating - The chairs do not have arms on them and were pretty comfortable.
Dress Code/Suggestions - Casual
Pets - Pets are not allowed in the restaurant.
Parking - There is a large parking area in front of the restaurant.
Takeout is available.
Restaurants and Attractions near The Ugly Diner
Surfside Pizza - The downtown Gulf Shores location is just down from the ugly diner. They have epic thin crust pizza!
Lickin Good Donuts - Just around the corner from the Ugly Diner. Grab a box of doughnuts that taste amazing.
Southern Shores Coffee - Located near the restaurant you can grab a delicious coffee.
Tacky Jacks Gulf Shores - You don't want to miss this colorful restaurant and great food.
Hope's Cheesecake - Local gourmet cheesecakes by the slice or whole cheesecakes.
Yumm Twister & Ice Cream - Close to The Ugly Diner you can enjoy authentic Italian Ice cream and twister cones! Don't miss the epic cones and milkshakes.
Happy Pappys Coffee Shop - This locally owned coffee shop offers comfortable seating and authentic Greek pastries.
Fish River Grill - Don't miss their amazing seafood, oysters, bloody mary's, and fun atmosphere.
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Whether this is a first time visit to the Gulf Coast of Alabama or you are local we hope you stop by The Ugly Diner and check out their amazing food.
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