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.
We’re located in the most prime spots of the Gulf
Okaloosa Island
Orange Beach
Want to know more?
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.
One More Toast to Summer!
Snow crab legs, seasonal cocktail, and sunset selfies—this is how we wrap up a vacation, The Gulf way. 🌴📸
Come soak it all in while summer’s still summering.
#VacationVibes #Sunburned #saltlife #TheGulfOrangeBeach
🍊 Orange Beach you glad it’s Sunday?
We’re shaking things up every Sunday this summer at The Gulf—to end the weekend on a high note and start your week with a splash of vibe.
Kick off your sandals and slide into the good times with:
🎧 A live DJ spinning from 5–9 PM
🍹 Sunset spritzes & beachy sips
🍤 Gulf-fresh seafood that’s shell-abration worthy
🌊 Views that’ll steal a pint of your heart
Make Aperol Sundays your new go-to tradition—sip back, relax, and soak in the sunset.
No pressure. No dress code. Just pure zest at The Gulf.
#AperolSundays #happy #TheGulfOrangeBeach #Seafood #Spritz #sundayfunday
Come for the vibes, stay for the flavor! ☀️🍹
Celebrate summer at The Gulf—where handcrafted drinks, chef-inspired seafood, and waterfront views turn every visit into a moment worth toasting. 🌊🦀
✨ Let’s eat, sip, and soak it all in.
#TheGulfOrangeBeach #SummerSips #GulfCoastEats
Eat. Sip. Snap. Repeat.
Blackened shrimp tacos, bold cocktails, and the best view on the Gulf Coast. 🌊🦐
Your summer isn`t complete without a table at The Gulf, for lunch or dinner.
#PerdidoPassViews #EndOfSummerEats #TheGulfOrangeBeach
🌊 “Enjoy the little things in life… because one day you’ll look back and realize they were the big things.” – Robert Brault ✨
At The Gulf Okaloosa Island, it’s the simple things that hit just right:
🍽️ Enjoying good food,
🍹 Sippin’ cocktails,
👣 Dippin’ toes in the sand,
🌅 Soakin’ up that golden sunset glow.
It’s shellfish to keep this kind of joy to yourself—so bring your crew, and let’s toast to the small stuff that makes a big splash. 🔱😉
#thegulfokaloosaislandrestaurant
🌕 Full Moon Party is Back! ✨
Let the moonlight lead the way—our Full Moon Party returns on Saturday, June 14 from 7–10 PM at The Gulf Okaloosa Island!
🎶 Vibe out with live music from @12elevenband
🍹 Sip bold, handcrafted cocktails from our main bar
🍽️ Enjoy The Gulf full dinner menu available all evening 🥥 Set your vibe its tropical treats and vibe from The Coconut Girls of @wilddestin
No fireworks needed when the moon puts on a show of her own. Come for the glow, stay for the good times! 🌊
#FullMoonParty #thegulfokaloosaisland #12ElevenLive #WildDestin #CoconutGirls #IslandNights #CoastalVibes
Don’t miss this Sunday—Aperol Spritz Sundays with vibes unmatched! 🍊🎶
Live DJ | 6 PM – 10 PM — @skiz.music is on deck, spinning your weekend into high gear while you sip handcrafted cocktails or mocktails and savour our delicious menu and chef specials by the bay. 🍹✨
Whether you’re cruising in from Crab Island or rolling over the bridge, this is your Sunday reset.
Chill with the @wilddestin The Coconut Girls, dance on the docks, or snack on fresh fruit—your perfect end to the weekend is here at The Gulf Restaurant Okaloosa Island. 🌴🏝️#AperolSpritzSundays #thegulfokaloosaisland #OkaloosaIsland #CrabIsland #SaltLife #30A
#BeachVibes #SundayFunday #WaterfrontDining #LiveDJ
#DockAndDine #EmeraldCoast #BeachCocktails #FloridaVibes #SummerByTheBay
#TheCoconutGirls #SunsetSessions #CoastalLiving #ChillByTheBay
✨ The Essence of The Gulf ✨
You, your favourite people, and a place that feels like your own hidden paradise. 🌴
Whether it’s fresh coastal bites, handcrafted cocktails (or mocktails!), good vibes with us and The Coconut Girls from @wilddestin, or just soaking in the stunning views—The Gulf on Okaloosa Island is where unforgettable moments come naturally.
🌊 Amazing food. 🍹 Refreshing drinks. 💛 The people you love.
Welcome to the good life—island style.
#TheGulfOKI #IslandVibesOnly #HiddenGem #GulfEats #ScenicSips #FamilyFunByTheWater #CoastalCool
