The Hangout
Music Venue, Seafood Restaurant, and Bar
Gulf Shores
"Best time to visit: during the annual Hangout Fest!!"(5 Tips)
"Try their famous Shaka Shrimp wrap!!! Excellent!"(4 Tips)
"Hangout music festival is an awesome experience"(2 Tips)
"The cheese burger and the fries are amazing!"(12 Tips)
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Laura TAugust 4, 2018Great nightlife. Oddly still a family friendly atmosphere after dark. Everyone is nice, drinks were strong, clean bathrooms. Live music. Love the beach chairs in the sand but they are ALWAYS occupied!- Brittany ConnerJanuary 29, 2019Best food, their signature sauce is AMAZING. Great atmosphere, awesome service, beautiful ocean view. Best time to visit: during the annual Hangout Fest!!
Becky McGuireJuly 8, 2016Great food service and live music with loads of fun for families while you wait. henna tats and extensions for hair, bungee bounce and bubble machine. Have a unique drink and photo ops.
Chris DavisJune 14, 2017I was very impressed with the food here consider how big this place is. I like beach the location. I visited during Hangout music fest so it was at it's all time high and I thought they were organize
Hope ReedDecember 22, 2014Downtown Gulf Shores where kids and adults can both enjoy. Great food, live music, kids play area, and within steps from the beach
Lacey HarrisonApril 4, 2012This place not only had great food but was so much fun! We ate here for lunch and played TV trivia with the DJ and the kids had a foam party and giant beach ball! Excellent and highly recommended!
Kelli A.June 16, 2014Everyone complaining about the price must never eat out. Maybe a dollar or two more than Chili's or whatever, but definitely worth it. Quick wait, great food, family fun!
Jim DesaiSeptember 21, 2012Gr8 place to hangout with group specially if u love cold weather few shots and born fire perfect and u will see all locals
Agatha UnicornJuly 25, 2011Best place ever! The wait can sometimes be long but there's tons to do while you wait! They're super friendly and you're allowed to dance on the tables! Which is a plus for me! This place is a must!!!
We've been going here MULTIPLE times a year since they opened. Since they started that STUPID Hangout Fest though, it's gone downhill. They have turned my beloved zen beach into Panama City Beach.
Stacey EtchisonJune 16, 2022The most beautiful view while having a late lunch. Food was excellent. Service is great. LOVE Gulf Shores!!
Trisha MillerAugust 3, 2014Ask for Kayla! She's awesome! She's the one with tattoos on her arm and she's very peppy! #awesomewaitress
Paige JosephineApril 7, 2018The atmosphere was great and everyone was super helpful. There was plenty of activities for kids and adults alike.
Jeanna ChandlerJuly 22, 2015Food is ok, atmosphere is great! Go late afternoon so it's not as hot. Lots of fun!
Jackie JohnsonMarch 31, 2015Been there every time I go visit my families and go beach walk to hangouts etc this is best hangouts place 😍
Jenna PayneJune 5, 2015GREAT place! Very nice atmosphere! Great food and service. Nice gifts shop. Good location.
Roti RollsMay 16, 2012We will be slinging delicious Rotis for the Hangout Music Festival Fri, Sat & Sun from 11-11. Come listen to some great bands and get your ROTI ON!!!
Boo BearJuly 9, 2019Lots to do. It is like a carnival. Very loud, live band, lots of people. Games while you wait. No AC, but open breeze walls. Food is not too expensive. Park in grass lot across Beach st.- We love The Hangout and the beach at that Hangout! Try their famous Shaka Shrimp wrap!!! Excellent! They also serve the world's best fries!!!
Anna ItalianoMarch 7, 2013GREAT portions. GREAT food. Price was a little expensive, but you get what you pay for. Definitely a place to visit while here.
Carol KelleyApril 10, 2011A great place to come for people with kids. All ages can find something to do and after a long day in the sun it is nice and easy.
Amy Towry-GriesOctober 20, 2013Had the swordfish grilled. It was so good, the first time I ever had swordfish and will order it again.
Gulfshores AliveOctober 17, 2010Pre Paisley Party at the Hangout, the WES LOPER BAND 1:30 start time. Watch the concert and hang out inside the Hangout, live audio and video all night long. Cary Laine band 10pm until 2am!!
CindyAugust 13, 2015It's the 2nd week of August and the place was dead at lunchtime. Not much happening. Ice cream/sno-cone truck doesn't open until 4p. Skip the handmade Rita. Nice server. The zoo animals were fun.
Anna-Marie EllisonJuly 13, 2016The shrimp basket was very good! I got more shrimp than I thought I would get!
Tee Jay McKenzieAugust 23, 2014The fish tacos and the dog show are great! Crab legs were overcooked!!! Great atmosphere!!
GeauxDC FoodieJune 10, 2017Come here for the ambiance and that alone. If you're here for the food you're either drunk or high. Consistently the absolute worst food in Gulf Shores.
Awesome place, it's always busy and crowded so expect to wait. Service at the bar wasn't great. I felt like the bartender was annoyed we ordered from the menu.
Paula LoveJuly 3, 2015Great for the kids. Fun to see the zoo animals. Petting zoo. Food is good, service is slow.- Jeanna ChandlerJuly 22, 2015Atmosphere is worth the wait and cost. Lots of fun!! Lots to do while you wait.
Jeff JohnsonOctober 6, 2015Food is Okay. Atmosphere is great. Live band, dance on the tables, throw napkins. Something for whole family.
Kitt Diehl-HoustonAugust 11, 2013Great live music! Good food too! Right on the beach. (: if u get the chance, stop by!
ChevroletMay 17, 2013Flag down a Catch A Chevy to get to where you want be, faster. Added bonus: It's complimentary!
Linda FairchildMay 25, 2014awesome atmosphere and bartenders but we waited over 1.5 hours for a table and 1.5 hours for appetizers.
Chip MillerSeptember 15, 2015Wanted to sub a cheaper side: NO. Wanted to order pound and a half of crab: NO. Have eaten here every year. Not again ...
Carissa ParkerJuly 21, 2018Expect a long wait at night, especially on the weekends! GF items are limited, but exist and are clearly marked!
Allen JolleyMay 12, 2015The burger is pretty good. Atmosphere is the best quality. Closes too early.
Awesome bar I love it food is great service is a little slow but staff is friendly and waitresses are hoooooooott
Todd AnstisJuly 8, 2015Unbelievably expensive, but on the plus side they give you huge portions. Absolutely a tourist trap, but not as bad as some and your kids will have a lot of fun.
Callie LawsonAugust 3, 2011I have always loved the hangout. The atmosphere is so fun. Love it when people get up and dance on the tables!!
- Daniel TannerJanuary 8, 2021Over priced for quality of food and drink. A lot of the seafood is frozen coming from who knows where and the alcoholic drinks are made with well or lesser quality spirits. Headaches and bowel issues
Toni MintAugust 10, 2012Prices here are high compared to better restaurants in the area. Bacon egg cheeseburger was good. Glad did not have to wait in line to see a band etc
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The Hangout is a Family Restaurant on the waterfront of Gulf Shores, AL. Located on the beach. The Hangout's fresh seafood, live music, family events and fun for kids brings locals and visitors together for family fun, in an open space...
Open until 2:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 10:30 AM–2:00 AM
(251) 948-3030
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