Outdoor Waterfront Dining, Fresh Cocktails & Delicious Seafood. Orange Beach, AL & Fort Walton Beach, FL.

A uniquely designed restaurant destination, serving locally inspired food and beverages in a beautiful outdoor waterfront setting. The Gulf is about relaxing with friends and family, exploring the unique pieces in the shop, and listening to the curated vinyl collection.

Orange Beach

Okaloosa Island

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There’s so much more to The Gulf – With our curated record collection, dedication to sustainable local foods & eco friendly design, it’s hard to fit it all on one page.

Special Events?

The Gulf is equipped to host the most beautiful outdoor waterfront events in the Southeast. With our full bar, catering staff, event planners and private spaces – The Gulf is sure to make your special occasion magical.

The Battle of the Bowls is just days away, and we’re thrilled to host this amazing event at The Gulf, presented by @SeaGlassInitiative Inc.!

Join us on Sunday, Feb. 9, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM for the Battle of the Bowls Charity Cook-Off—an incredible event supporting a wonderful cause while bringing together delicious food, great vibes, and live music. 🍲🌊

Come vibe with us before the Big Game!
🔱The Gulf opens at 11:00 AM and will be vibing all day long.
🍲 Battle of the Bowls Cook-Off Tasting: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

🎟 Grab your tickets for the cook-off tasting now! Plus,  it’s not too late to become a sponsor—secure your spot at Sea Glass Initiative Inc.

For more details, feel free to reach out to pennyphughey at Sea Glass Initiative Inc.

#TheGulf #TheGulfOrangeBeach #BattleOfTheBowls
#SeaGlassInitiativeInc #CharityCookoff

The Battle of the Bowls is just days away, and we’re thrilled to host this amazing event at The Gulf, presented by @SeaGlassInitiative Inc.!

Join us on Sunday, Feb. 9, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM for the Battle of the Bowls Charity Cook-Off—an incredible event supporting a wonderful cause while bringing together delicious food, great vibes, and live music. 🍲🌊

Come vibe with us before the Big Game!
🔱The Gulf opens at 11:00 AM and will be vibing all day long.
🍲 Battle of the Bowls Cook-Off Tasting: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

🎟 Grab your tickets for the cook-off tasting now! Plus, it’s not too late to become a sponsor—secure your spot at Sea Glass Initiative Inc.

For more details, feel free to reach out to pennyphughey at Sea Glass Initiative Inc.

#TheGulf #TheGulfOrangeBeach #BattleOfTheBowls
#SeaGlassInitiativeInc #CharityCookoff
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The best view on the Gulf Coast—sun, rain, or snow, The Gulf always shines!
 So breathtaking. 🔱🌊
 #TheGulfOrangeBeach  #TheGulf #GulfCoastViews #Gulfcoast2025SnowFall #snowday

The best view on the Gulf Coast—sun, rain, or snow, The Gulf always shines!
So breathtaking. 🔱🌊
#TheGulfOrangeBeach #TheGulf #GulfCoastViews #Gulfcoast2025SnowFall #snowday
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We are honored to have partnered with the Tim Tebow Foundation to cater this year’s Night to Shine, held at Shoreline Church in Destin! Our team had an incredible time serving and left feeling happy and inspired by our shining stars. The Gulf Restaurant on Okaloosa Island  is also proud to have teamed up with the amazing people who made this event a success—@jholzapple, @djbrianbofficial  @djzoranusa, the community partners, over 250 volunteers, The Corvette Club, @happyheliumdestin  and so many more. Thank you for making this night truly unforgettable! ✨

#NightToShine #TheGulf  #ShiningStars #communitylove #NightToShineProm #DestinFlorida #Catering

We are honored to have partnered with the Tim Tebow Foundation to cater this year’s Night to Shine, held at Shoreline Church in Destin! Our team had an incredible time serving and left feeling happy and inspired by our shining stars. The Gulf Restaurant on Okaloosa Island is also proud to have teamed up with the amazing people who made this event a success—@jholzapple, @djbrianbofficial @djzoranusa, the community partners, over 250 volunteers, The Corvette Club, @happyheliumdestin and so many more. Thank you for making this night truly unforgettable! ✨

#NightToShine #TheGulf #ShiningStars #communitylove #NightToShineProm #DestinFlorida #Catering
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Taste the magic! Our menu is a culinary adventure waiting for you. 🌟

#thegulf #menu #okaloosaisland #seafoodlovers #restaurant

Taste the magic! Our menu is a culinary adventure waiting for you. 🌟

#thegulf #menu #okaloosaisland #seafoodlovers #restaurant
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Get ready to ride the wave of flavor with our new must-try Surf N' Turf Tacos! 🌊🌮

#thegulf #SurfnTurf #okaloosaisland #seafood #restaurant #boatdock

Get ready to ride the wave of flavor with our new must-try Surf N` Turf Tacos! 🌊🌮

#thegulf #SurfnTurf #okaloosaisland #seafood #restaurant #boatdock
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Guess what?! 🐙

 We’ve got Jellycat in our gift shop! 😍

Come by and grab your cuddly companion! 🩵 💙

#thegulf #okaloosaisland #jellycat #giftshop #souvenir #vacation

Guess what?! 🐙

We’ve got Jellycat in our gift shop! 😍

Come by and grab your cuddly companion! 🩵 💙

#thegulf #okaloosaisland #jellycat #giftshop #souvenir #vacation
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